THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) is in the country for a week-long mission to engage Harare in a Staff-Monitored Programme (SMP) aimed at resolving Zimbabwe’s long-standing external debt arrears.The mission comes at a time when Zimbabwe’s total public and publicly guaranteed (PPG) debt stood at about US$23.4 billion by late 2025, with external liabilities accounting…
THE Harare Under-20 Rugby League begins its first week of action this weekend at Old Georgians, showcasing an impressive 30 teams, including 24 boys’ teams and six girls’ teams.Harare Province Rugby chair Ambrose Tinotenda Sakala said the upcoming year will mark a significant growth in participation, with the number of teams almost doubling from last…
A KOMBI driver rammed into pedestrians on Wednesday night in Bulawayo’s central business district, killing two people and injuring 12 others.Police spokesperson Nomalanga Msebele said the fatal accident occurred after a Toyota Hiace kombi carrying 18 passengers veered off the road.“A 28-year-old male adult from Emakhandeni was driving a Toyota Hiace kombi due west along…
FARMERS must brace for possible pest outbreaks as the country experiences a short mid-season dry spell characterised by warm temperatures, which authorities say favour rapid pest multiplication.Speaking to the Daily News yesterday, the director for migratory pest control in the ministry of Agriculture, Simbarashe Nyamasoka, said the temporary absence of rains was creating ideal conditions…
MUTARE City Council has commissioned a feasibility study on solid waste management, including recycling, as it moves to address persistent refuse collection challenges and develop a sustainable long-term solution for the city.Addressing the media recently, town clerk Blessing Chafesuka said the feasibility study would guide the council on whether to privatise waste management or not.“Council…
PARLIAMENT is set to embark on nationwide public consultations to gather citizens’ views on the proposed Police Amendment Bill after it was approved by the Cabinet last year.The Bill seeks to align the Police Act with the country’s Constitution and was published late last year in the Government Gazette.In a notice, Parliament said the public…
A MAN wanted for murder and armed robbery, who was arrested in 2025 after evading capture for 15 years, has appeared in court facing additional charges linked to identity fraud.Justin Mpofu appeared before Bulawayo magistrate Patience Madondo, charged with contravening the Births and Deaths Registration Act.The offences include counterfeiting or falsifying official records and defeating…
THE government yesterday said that it is mobilising resources to ensure the continuation of the Gukurahundi community engagement programme, following the recording of nearly 25 000 testimonies.Speaking to the Daily News, Attorney General (AG) Virginia Mabiza, who heads the secretariat for the outreach programme, said the government was committed to supporting victims and ensuring the…
SHORT-LIVED Highlanders coach Thabo Senong says he turned down the opportunity to be Benjani Mwaruwaru’s assistant due to a breakdown in trust between himself and the club.The South African gaffer’s tenure at Bosso was unceremoniously terminated after the club decided to take up benefactor Wicknel Chivayo’s offer to have former Manchester City striker Benjani as…
GWERU City Council has given businesses a 14-day ultimatum to comply with waste disposal regulations or face prosecution without further notice.The local authority said it had observed a surge in refuse being dumped at skip bin points after collection times, a practice that has resulted in unsanitary conditions and heightened public health risks.“All business operators…
