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Police Crack Down on Unlabelled Alcohol as Authorities Warn of Growing Public Health Risks
Zimbabwean authorities have stepped up enforcement against unlabelled alcoholic beverages amid growing concerns over counterfeit products, public health risks, and underage access to alcohol. Police say offenders face prosecution and possible loss of liquor licences.
NRZ Recapitalisation to Transform Zimbabwe's Rail Network, Says Felix Mhona
Transport and Infrastructure Development Minister Felix Mhona has hailed ongoing efforts to recapitalise the National Railways of Zimbabwe, describing the programme as a critical step toward strengthening Zimbabwe's transport network, boosting trade efficiency, and supporting long-term economic growth. Speaking at the Ninth Session of the Line Minister's Public Entities Corporate Governance Oversight Meeting in Bulawayo on Saturday, Mhona said restoring the railway operator's
Harare Man Jailed for Impersonating Deputy Chief Justice in WhatsApp Recruitment Scam
HARARE – A 23-year-old Harare man has been sentenced to two years in prison after he was convicted of impersonating Deputy Chief Justice Paddington Garwe in a bid to obtain confidential recruitment information from officials at the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). Martin Rashai was found guilty of impersonating a peace officer after posing as the country's second-highest-ranking judge and using WhatsApp messages to contact senior JSC officials regarding recruitment processe
International News
Tensions Flare in Botswana as Zimbabweans Targeted in Mogoditshane Clashes
MOGODITSHANE, BOTSWANA – Authorities in Botswana have appealed for calm after violent clashes between local residents and Zimbabwean nationals in Mogoditshane left several people injured and heightened fears of escalating xenophobic tensions. The disturbances, which began over the weekend in the Sentomole ward of Mogoditshane, have prompted increased police monitoring amid concerns that further violence could erupt if tensions are not contained.
Kenya Denies Wicknell Chivayo’s Involvement in Billions JKIA Airport Contract
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Transport has formally denied that any company linked to controversial Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo played a role in the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) expansion project. The statement pushes back against explosive media reports placing the politically connected tycoon at the center of East Africa's largest infrastructure deal.
Black Smoke Over the Capital: Inside Ukraine’s Mass Drone Strike on Moscow
MOSCOW – The skies above the Russian capital were choked with thick columns of black smoke following an unprecedented, mass-scale aerial assault. In what has been definitively confirmed as the largest and most sophisticated Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow since the outbreak of the full-scale invasion over four years ago, Kyiv brought the physical and psychological weight of the war directly to the Kremlin’s doorstep.
Community News
20 Arrested in Harare CBD as Authorities Intensify Anti-Littering Crackdown
Twenty people were arrested in Harare's city centre during a joint anti-littering operation involving Harare City Council, EMA and the police as authorities intensify efforts to improve sanitation and environmental cleanliness.
Mbire Infanticide Tragedy: 22-Year-Old Woman Arrested in Gonono After Dog Eats Newborn
MBIRE, Zimbabwe — Police in Mashonaland Central have arrested a 22-year-old woman from Gonono Village under Chief Matsiwo in Mbire, following a horrific incident where she allegedly abandoned her newborn baby in the bush, leading to the infant being mutilated and devoured by a domestic dog. The suspect, identified as Soleen Vhinyu, has since been formally charged with infanticide under Section 52 of Zimbabwe’s Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act [Chapter 9:23].
Chitungwiza Orders Removal of Illegal Pool Tables Amid Drug Abuse Concerns
CHITUNGWIZA — Chitungwiza Municipality has ordered operators of pool tables located at unauthorised sites across the town to remove them and any associated illegal structures within seven working days, citing growing concerns over drug and substance abuse.
Sports News
Curaçao Goalkeeper Eloy Room Equals World Cup Record as Underdogs Hold Ecuador to Historic Draw
KANSAS CITY, Missouri – Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room produced one of the greatest goalkeeping performances in FIFA World Cup history on Saturday, making 15 saves to help his nation secure a historic 0-0 draw against tournament favourites Ecuador. The result earned Curaçao its first-ever point at a FIFA World Cup and marked a remarkable turnaround for Room, who conceded seven goals in his side's opening 7-1 defeat to Germany just one week earlier.
Charamba Equals Personal Best in Blistering Doha Diamond League 200m Showdown
DOHA, Qatar — Zimbabwean sprint sensation Makanakaishe Charamba turned on the burners at the Wanda Diamond League in Doha, storming to a spectacular second-place finish in a breathless 200-meter final. The 24-year-old Paris Olympic finalist clocked an incredible 19.88 seconds, perfectly equaling his lifetime personal best set just days earlier in Texas. Charamba crossed the line just a fraction behind South Africa’s rising star Sinesipho Dambile, who took the crown in a bli
Almirón Makes World Cup History with First Red Card Under New Mouth-Covering Rule
Miguel Almirón became the first footballer sent off under IFAB's new mouth-covering regulation after a VAR review during Paraguay's World Cup match against Türkiye.
Arts News
Nicholas Zakaria Widow Accuses Nephew of Hijacking Khiama Boys Legacy Band
A bitter family dispute has erupted over the future of the legendary Khiama Boys brand, with the widow of late sungura music icon Nicholas Zakaria accusing a nephew of taking control of the group's legacy without the family's approval.
Zimbabwean Author Sue Nyathi’s The Polygamist Becomes Global Netflix Sensation, Climbs to No. 3 Worldwide
HARARE – Netflix drama series The Polygamist, adapted from a novel by acclaimed Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi, has become one of the biggest television success stories of 2026 after climbing to the third spot among the world's most-watched shows on the streaming platform. The remarkable achievement has placed Zimbabwean storytelling firmly on the global entertainment map and highlighted the growing international demand for African-produced content.
Zimbabwean Musician Jimmy "Guitar Man" Buzuzi Dies, Tributes Pour In
Tributes are pouring in following the death of celebrated Zimbabwean guitarist Jimmy "Guitar Man" Buzuzi, whose remarkable career touched generations of musicians at home and abroad.
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