ZIMBABWE is currently grappling with a horrifying surge in ritual killings, a scourge that demands immediate and decisive action. The recent arrest of a Harare man in connection with the brutal murder of a 10-yearold boy, found with mutilated private parts, is a stark reminder of the depravity that has gripped our society. This incident,…
THE country’s urban councils are in a state of critical disrepair and teetering on the brink of collapse, as vividly illustrated in an article we published yesterday. This dire situation is a direct consequence of a multifaceted crisis — chronic underfunding from the central government, pervasive resident non-payment of rates, and allegations of massive internal…
THE recent acknowledgement by the deputy minister of Social Welfare, Mercy Dinha, regarding the neglect of men’s mental health, and its alarming impact on national productivity, is a stark wake-up call. A report in the Daily News On Sunday shed crucial light on a silent crisis that has festered for too long, now threatening the…
ZIMBABWE’S Chevrons were clearly outclassed by world Test champions South Africa in the first Test that ended on Monday at Queens Sports Club. In particular, the first of two Tests between Zimbabwe and their southern neighbours was a clear demonstration of the gulf in class between the two sides. The fact that South Africa’s Proteas…
HOUSING has become a pressing issue in Zimbabwe, particularly in urban areas. Rapid urbanisation and a growing population have led to a significant shortage of affordable housing. Cities like Harare and Bulawayo are experiencing increased migration from rural areas, creating a surge in demand for housing that outstrips supply. As a result, the housing waiting…
THE move by the Bankers Association of Zimbabwe (Baz) to significantly enhance security measures in the face of escalating armed robberies is not just welcome news, it is a critical and necessary step towards safeguarding our financial institutions and, by extension, the national economy. The alarming rise in high-profile heists, as highlighted by incidents like…
THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) is making concerted efforts to restore public confidence in the nation’s monetary system and the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG). As articulated by central bank deputy governor Innocent Matshe in a story published in yesterday’s edition of this newspaper, the mother bank’s commitment to transparency, policy consistency, and tangible gold backing…
THE alarming rise in counterfeit goods flooding the local market poses an existential threat to our local industries, public health, and national economic aspirations. As reported by this publication yesterday, this is not merely a nuisance, but a devastating plague that has already claimed over 50 000 jobs in the past decade alone, forcing companies…
LAST Thursday marked a significant milestone in the country’s journey towards healing and reconciliation as the long-awaited Gukurahundi public outreach programme finally kicked off. For decades, the people of Matabeleland and Midlands provinces have carried the scars of a brutal chapter in the country’s history, and it is high time their voices are heard. The…
DYNAMOS FC coach Saul Chaminuka’s actions at Mandava Stadium in Zvishavane last Sunday were not only deplorable, but unbecoming of a coach at the country’s biggest and most decorated club. In fact, as the head coach, he would ordinarily have been expected to exhibit exemplary behaviour when FC Platinum were awarded a penalty by encouraging…
