POLICE have arrested eight suspects in Harare, Bulawayo and Mutare for unlawful possession of crystal meth. In a statement over the weekend, the national police spokesperson, Paul Nyathi, confirmed that among the arrested was a 17-year-old male juvenile. “The police confirm the arrest of eight suspects in connection with unlawful possession of dagga and crystal…
STAKEHOLDERS representing the business community and residents have implored the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) to be transparent with its proposed 2025 budget in order to have it approved by government. In a joint notice, The Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI), the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce ((ZNCC), the Bulawayo United Residents Association (Bura), the Bulawayo…
BULAWAYO councillors have expressed concern over the high number of incomplete key projects, resulting in the city lagging behind in development. This concern comes after the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) recently announced that local projects are only 50 percent complete and are expected to be finished this year, with some projects extending into 2026. According…
ORGANISERS of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) have announced that this year’s expo is generating interest from both local and international exhibitors, with 24 foreign investors confirming attendance. Speaking at a media briefing on Thursday, ZITF board chairperson Busisa Moyo stated that the space uptake by exhibitors was notable. “As preparations for the international…
A 62-YEAR-OLD ranger died after being trampled by an elephant in Kariba while on duty, the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has announced. In a statement yesterday, ZimParks spokesperson Tinashe Farawo said the incident occurred during a patrol on Thursday. “ZimParks is deeply saddened to announce the untimely death of 62-year-old ranger Josphat…
THE Business Council for Sustainable Development in Zimbabwe (BCSDZ) says climate change can be a blessing in disguise for businesses if they craft innovative solutions to mitigate it. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement meeting on Wednesday, BCSDZ executive director Dingane Sithole said there were numerous opportunities for companies to develop the nation through innovative climate…
Staff writer in BULAWAYO POLICE in Bulawayo have confirmed that some parents or guardians involved in selling illegal drugs are using their children as mules and have vowed to end such practices. This comes as the police have intensified a crackdown on drug dealers in the country. Speaking during a stakeholders’ engagement yesterday, Bulawayo acting…
THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is planning to repossess at least 133 undeveloped residential stands that have not been developed over the past two years. The owners have since been advised to approach the local council’s officials and present “compelling cases” of why they were not developing the stands within the next 30 days to…
THE Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) has warned citizens to be cautious of individuals posing as their or ministry of Home Affairs officials visiting households and requesting national identity particulars for a purported upcoming census. Speaking to the Daily News yesterday, ZimStat public relations officer Ronald Chiringa said they had received reports of bogus officials…
Staff writer in BULAWAYO THE Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) is pushing to improve facilitation of import and export processes to boost industrial growth. Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting yesterday, Zimra regional manager Bekezela Majokojoko said smooth processes would attract more industry players. “Zimra is committed to supporting Zimbabwean industries and products through facilitation of imports…
