THE rape trial of Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries founder Walter Magaya is set to commence today at the Harare Magistrates Court.Magaya, who allegedly raped four congregants, is out on US$3000 bail.The State alleges that one of the complainants is a 24-year-old woman from Harare, who, along with her family, was a congregant at Magaya’s…
AS the curtain fell on Valentine’s Day celebrations, the echoes of an unforgettable weekend of music and romance continued to reverberate.Among the standout performances was Marcy Janyure’s concert at Sherwood Golf Club in Harare, which left revellers spellbound.“I want to thank all my fans and all the people who came to celebrate Valentine’s Day. It…
A HARARE man is in trouble after he allegedly raped a mentally challenged woman in Waterfalls suburb on the eve of Valentine’s Day.Phillip Mubaira, who is facing one count of rape, was remanded in custody to today for bail consideration.The State led by Shambadzeni Fungura alleges that on Friday at around 2000 hours, Mubaira went…
THE police have arrested a bogus police officer and a member of the security services on charges of drug peddling and trafficking along the Harare–Beitbridge Road near Bubi.This comes after recent arrests in Milton Park, Harare, where a number of fake police officers were terrorising residents in Harare, including those in the Mabelreign area.In a…
THE police in Midlands Province are investigating a suspected murder case following the death of a three-year-old boy in Gokwe South.Police spokesperson Emmanuel Mahoko yesterday said the incident occurred on February 13 at around 10am at Village Madzura under Chief Sai in Gokwe South.“It is alleged that the now deceased Alvin Makore went to the…
PARAMOUNT Garments has secured a High Court victory after successfully challenging its insurer’s attempt to substitute a cash pay-out for the reconstruction of its fire-damaged factory in Southerton, Harare.The dispute arose following a fire that broke out at the company’s premises on December 4, 2023, destroying a building and causing extensive damage to plant equipment…
VETERAN Zimbabwean broadcaster and media executive, John Masuku, was laid to rest yesterday at Glen Forest Memorial Park in the capital.He died on Friday at his house in Harare from a heart attack. He was 70.Speaking to the Daily News yesterday at the cemetery, John’s brother, Lot, said the family had lost a pillar of…
ZACK Smith was named the overall Judoka of the Year at the Judo Association of Zimbabwe (JAZ) annual awards ceremony held in Harare yesterday.The event was held at Country Stables School in the capital where Ropafadzo Vianowas also honoured as Judoka of the Year (cadet female). Other notable winners included Mikaela Du Preez (Female Judoka…
COWDRAY Park suburb bore the brunt of a powerful storm that recently hit Bulawayo, leaving various residents devastated after roofs were blown away, windows were shattered, and some walls collapsed under pressure from floodwaters.The storm, consisting of heavy rain, hail, and strong winds, swept through several suburbs of Bulawayo on Thursday, leaving a trail of…
FROM the moment she first threaded a needle at school, Elizaberth Mutanda knew her dream was already taking shape.While her classmates revised for exams, she filled her notebooks with sketches — flowing gowns, tailored blazers that celebrated every curve.Many remembered her as the girl who could transform a simple piece of fabric into something unforgettable.But…

