THE Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) has accused the Harare City Council (HCC) of gross negligence and systemic failures following the recent, preventable deaths of both council workers and residents. In a strongly worded statement yesterday, the ZHRC said it was “deeply concerned” by the deaths of two council employees, Peter Mupinga and Steven Mangombe,…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER PROMOTER Clive Madora has stepped up efforts to fight drug and substance abuse with a community campaign held in Sunningdale, Harare. The recently-held event featured musical performances, workshops, panel discussions and testimonies aimed at raising awareness and breaking the stigma surrounding addiction. “We need to work together to break down…
Yvonne Ncube in BULAWAYO THE High Court in Bulawayo has set aside a 15-year jail term imposed on a Beitbridge man convicted of unlawful dealing in dagga, ruling that the magistrate misdirected herself in applying sentencing guidelines. Tapfuma Moyo was arrested at Beitbridge Border Post on May 21, 2025, after being found in possession of…
Brandon Josphat CHIEF WRITER PARLIAMENT has called for the creation of a quota system to ensure young people are given priority in public service jobs, amid growing concern over unemployment and the exodus of graduates seeking opportunities abroad. Moving a motion in the National Assembly on Tuesday, legislator for Chiredzi Central, Ropafadzo Makumire, said while…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER HARARE will this December debut its own version of the popular reality television show Big Brother, with a corporate twist. Titled Brother in House Zimbabwe, the show will bring together contestants from different professional backgrounds — including doctors, lawyers and celebrities — who will live together under one roof. “The…
NEDBANK Zimbabwe has expanded its footprint with the opening of a new branch at Greenfields Complex in Harare, in a move the bank says will boost financial inclusion while accelerating a shift towards digital-first banking. Speaking at the launch of the branch in Harare yesterday, Nedbank executive head of sales and business origination Heresy Herry…
AIR Zimbabwe is set to dispose of two of its Boeing 777 aircrafts parked at Robert Gabriel Mugabe (RGM) International Airport, having invited international bidders for the sale. The Boeing 777 is a long-haul passenger aircraft offering various seating configurations, including business, premium economy, and economy classes. “Disposal of 2X B777-200ER aircraft in an ‘AS…
THE government has urged public institutions to embrace innovation, stronger accountability, and strategic goal-setting as key tools for strengthening environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Speaking at the 9th Public Sector Convention in Bulawayo on Tuesday, Mutapa Investment Fund chairperson Chipo Mtasa stressed that ESG adoption should go beyond policy statements, focusing on measurable outcomes…
Zambia’s government says it will seek more compensation for communities affected by a toxic spill from a Chinese-owned copper mine, if this…
Charlie Kirk was one of the highest profile conservative activists and media personalities in the US and a trusted ally of President…
