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‘Sparing the rod hurting schools’… teachers say, as they demand return of corporal punishment

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Blessings Mashaya and Thabiso Mutirwara THE government needs to reintroduce corporal punishment in schools to curb the rampant indiscipline that is now threatening the country’s education sector, stressed school heads say. Speaking to the Daily News — the country’s most influential newspaper — the president of the National Association of Secondary Schools, Cephas Mutumhe, said…

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Harare-Istanbul direct flights expected by 2026

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ZIMBABWE and Turkey are finalising negotia­tions for the resumption of direct flights between Harare and Istanbul by 2026, a move expected to boost trade, tourism, and investment between the two nations. Speaking at the Turkish National Day celebrations in Harare this week, Foreign Affairs ministry permanent secretary Albert Chimbindi said discussions between civil aviation authorities…

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Address football’s credibility crisis

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THURSDAY’S suspension of referees Lawrence Zimon­di and Rumeck Edgar by Zifa for “incorrect decisions that materially affected the outcome” of the recent Dynamos versus Ngezi Platinum match is a stark illustration of the deep-seated professionalism crisis plaguing our football. While Zifa’s action to discipline the match officials is commendable — as demonstrated by a series…

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Be innovative, health professionals told

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THE government has implored health professionals to embrace innovation, digital technology and modern healthcare practices to improve health delivery services across the country. Speaking at the 2025 Mpilo Hospital nurse graduation ceremony, the deputy Minister of Health, Sleiman Kwidini highlighted the growing role of technology in healthcare delivery. “In this modern era of Information Communication…

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Harare fights illegal tree cutting

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TAPIWA CHIRUME THE Harare City Council (HCC) has voiced serious concern over the widespread illegal cutting of trees on council land, warning that culprits will face prosecution for breaching municipal and environ­mental regulations. In a statement yesterday, acting town clerk Phakamile Mabhena Moyo said the destructive practice had become prevalent in many suburbs across the…

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Tourism investment creates jobs in Vic Falls

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THE government reports that the country’s tourism industry is on the rise, generating new employment opportunities through increasing investments in Victoria Falls. This follows the government’s commissioning of a state-of-the-art US$2 million helipad in Victoria Falls on Wednesday, built by Zambezi Helicopters. Speaking on the sidelines of the event, the minister of Tourism and Hospitality,…

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Chimombe, Mpofu in a fix

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Rutendo Ngara SENIOR STAFF WRITER CONVICTED business­men Moses Mpofu and Mike Chimombe are in hot water. This comes after the State notified the court yesterday that it had drafted an application that seeks to confis­cate their properties believed to be proceeds of crime. The two men were convicted of fraud last month involving US$7 mil­lion…

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‘Ambassadors must elevate Zim’

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POLITICAL EDITOR PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday called upon the country’s ambassadors to work diligently to promote the country’s development and create opportunities for locals to secure posi­tions in international organisations. Speaking during his meeting with ambassadors at State House yesterday, Mnangagwa said he expected them to support the government’s development efforts. “Your missions should function…

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Life & Arts

Firm Faith rocks South Africa

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ZIMBABWE’s acclaimed a cappella gospel ensemble, Firm Faith Zimbabwe, has once again demonstrated that music is a powerful force for unity and hope. The group recently launched their ninth album, Munesimba, during a sold-out concert at Sandton SDA Church in Gauteng, South Africa. The event drew gospel lovers from across the con­tinent — including South…

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Gweru doubles down on social

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Tapiwa Chirume GWERU City Council has proposed a ZiG2,13 billion budget for 2026 that focuses on revamping critical infrastructure and enhancing service delivery, with priority given to improving water supply, upgrading sewer systems, and rehabilitating the city’s ageing road network. Presenting the budget on Thursday, finance com­mittee deputy chairperson Fortunate Mlambo said the 2026 budget…

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