Takudzwa Dhambu SCHWEPPES says Mazoe Orange Crush, the iconic Zimbabwean concentrated citrus drink, continues to experience strong demand locally and abroad. Speaking to the media at the Mazoe Magic Buy and Win promotion handover ceremony, Schweppes managing director Stanley Muchenje said the brand is now being exported to multiple regions, including Europe, the United Kingdom,…
Brandon Josphat CHIEF WRITER BUSINESSMAN-cum politician, Paul Tempter Tungwarara, could still become a member of the ruling Zanu PF central committee (CC)— because his matter remains on the table. So says the ruling party’s spokesman, Christopher Mutsvangwa, who yesterday also revealed that the Politburo will make a final decision on his eligibility — despite an…
Brandon Josphat CHIEF WRITER LOCAL financial advisory and investment firm, Bard Santner Markets Incorporated, has won this year’s Capital Markets Awards top prize for its outstanding achievements. Bard Santner was awarded the 2025 Outstanding Contributions to Investment Promotion Award, during a ceremony held in the capital on Thursday evening. This comes after the firm recently…
Brandon Josphat CHIEF WRITER SPEAKER of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda has issued a stern reminder to legislators to put the nation first and avoid prioritising personal benefits ahead of public service. This comes amid growing frustration among MPs over the delayed payment of allowances, fuel coupons and other parliamentary benefits. Speaking in the National…
Tapiwa Chirume THE Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) says women across the country continue to endure entrenched, systemic barriers that undermine their rights, limit opportunities and compromise their wellbeing. Speaking on Thursday at the launch of a book titled ‘Women’s Rights, Gender Inequality and Intersectional Vulnerabilities: 20 Years of the Maputo Protocol’ in Harare, ZGC commissioner…
HARARE businessman, Cosmas Mushininga, has donated a set of computers, a printer and WiFI kit to Zanu PF’s district coordinating committee four…
THE increasing number of murders taking place after petty arguments across the country is a cause for concern. Yesterday we carried a story in which national police spokesperson Paul Nyathi reported several murders at beer drinking places which came about after minor disputes. Nyathi said the police were worried by the frequency at which “petty…
EMMANUEL MARAMBE AFRICA Chess Confederation president Tshepiso Lopang has lauded the Zimbabwe Chess Federation for delivering an exciting African Youth Chess Championship (AYCC) which is being staged in the capital. Harare-based Dominican Convent is playing host to one of Africa’s top youth chess events, which has attracted at least 500 participants from 17 countries, all…
STANBIC Bank Zimbabwe donated US$10 000 to the Friends of the Environment 500 Million Tree Walkathon, championing a greener future. The US$10 000 contribution is part of the Standard Bank Group’s corporate social investment (CSI) strategy premised on providing lasting solutions to the communities in which it operates. Stanbic Bank head, brand and marketing, Tariro…
Ashley Moyo and Anesu Mirisawu SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS THE LOCAL music industry has been plunged into mourning following the death of veteran sungura musician Nicholas “Senior Lecturer” Zakaria, who died yesterday at Chitungwiza Central Hospital due to complications related to diabetes. He was 69. One of his musical protégés, Alick Macheso, described the Khiama Boys…

