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RBZ Orders Freeze of Mobile Money Agent Accounts Over Suspected Forex Illicit Deals
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), through its Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), has directed banks to immediately freeze accounts linked to mobile money agents suspected of involvement in illicit foreign currency transactions and money laundering. The directive, issued by Acting FIU Director-General Oliver Chiperesa, targets agents operating on EcoCash and OneMoney platforms.
President Mnangagwa Orders Removal of Trade Barriers to Boost SADC Commerce
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has directed government ministries and agencies to urgently eliminate trade restrictions as Zimbabwe intensifies efforts to boost cross-border commerce and deepen regional economic integration. The directive will initially focus on countries within the Southern African Development Community, where persistent tariff and non-tariff barriers continue to slow the movement of goods, services, and people.
DIGITAL PREDATORS: The WhatsApp Verification Scam Trapping Zimbabweans
Behind the scenes, the process is a calculated technical maneuver. When a scammer attempts to register your phone number on their device, WhatsApp’s security system triggers a one-time six-digit verification code sent via SMS to the legitimate owner. Once that code is shared, the hacker logs in, instantly locking the original user out. This begins a "domino effect" where the scammer impersonates the victim to solicit emergency funds, promote fraudulent investment schemes, or
International News
THE SAHEL SHAKEN: Mali Defence Minister Killed in Unprecedented Coordinated Offensive
BAMAKO — The Sahel region is reeling following a wave of unprecedented, coordinated attacks across Mali this weekend, which claimed the life of Defence Minister General Sadio Camara. The offensive, described by analysts as the most significant security breach in the country’s modern history, has plunged the junta-led nation into a state of acute instability.
South Africa Vows Crackdown on Xenophobic Attacks After Ghana Protests Violence
JOHANNESBURG — South Africa’s acting police minister has vowed swift arrests and prosecutions following renewed xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals, after Ghana formally summoned Pretoria’s envoy to demand urgent action.
THE GATEKEEPER: Gilbert Chagoury and the Resilience of an Empire
LAGOS — In the complex narrative of Nigeria’s political and economic history, few figures have maintained as enduring—or as controversial—an influence as Lebanese-Nigerian businessman Gilbert Chagoury. Over decades of political upheaval, transitions, and investigations, Chagoury has managed to remain at the center of the nation's most significant infrastructure and business developments.
Community News
Chief Mutasa Orders Reversal of Alleged Curse in Manicaland Traditional Court Dispute
A traditional court in Manicaland has ordered a Mozambican healer to reverse an alleged curse placed on a young man, after a woman admitted she may have targeted the wrong person over a missing gold mill. The ruling was issued by Chief Mutasa following a dramatic confession by Stella Mwakasikeni, who told the court she had sought spiritual intervention after her mining equipment was stolen, only to later doubt the identity of the alleged culprit.
Highfield Cancer Screening Drive Draws Over 250 Women as Awareness Grows
Harare – More than 250 women attended a free cervical and breast cancer screening outreach in Highfield over two days, reflecting growing awareness of the importance of early detection in Zimbabwe. The programme, spearheaded by Highview Clinic and Maternity in partnership with TM Pick n Pay, CABS, and the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe, exceeded its initial targets as women from surrounding suburbs turned out in large numbers.
ZANU PF Intervention Halts Pamatombo Evictions as Residents Clash with Council
Harare – Tensions are rising in western Harare after residents and small-scale granite workers raised alarm over a planned relocation from the long-established “Pamatombo” site, in Rugare, at the corner of Douglas Road and Lytton Road. The site, widely known across suburbs such as Mufakose, Kambuzuma, and Warren Park, has for years been a hub for tombstone production, supplying cemeteries across the capital.
Sports News
FROM PRIDE TO PERIL: Rufaro Stadium’s Renovated Toilets Already in State of Squalor
HARARE — What was heralded as a new dawn for local football infrastructure has rapidly descended into a scene of neglect. Barely following the completion of high-profile renovations, the sanitary facilities at Rufaro Stadium have fallen into a shocking state of disrepair, raising alarm bells among fans and public health observers alike.
THE PSYCHOLOGICAL PITCH: Musona’s Calm Confronts Football’s Ritualistic Past
HARARE — In a scene that has become a powerful metaphor for the shifting landscape of Zimbabwean football, Walter Musona’s composed standoff against a circle of MWOS players has sparked a national conversation. The moment, laden with traditional symbolism, highlighted the persistent tension between age-old superstitions and the push for modern professionalism in the local game. While some spectators saw the surroundings of Musona as a calculated psychological tactic or a deep
Tawanda Maswanhise Named in PFA Scotland Team of the Season, Eyes Golden Boot
HARARE – Zimbabwe international Tawanda Maswanhise has capped off a sensational breakthrough campaign by being named in the Professional Footballers’ Association Scotland Team of the Season, cementing his status as one of the most in-form forwards in the Scottish Premiership. The 23-year-old striker has been a standout performer for Motherwell F.C., playing a central role in the club’s impressive 2025/26 season.
Arts News
ZIMRA Targets Zimbabwean Content Creators as Madam Boss Earnings Spark Tax Scrutiny
Harare – Zimbabwean digital content creators are facing increased tax scrutiny from the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority following revelations by popular comedian Madam Boss that she can earn up to US$20,000 in a good month. The disclosure has intensified focus on digital earnings in Zimbabwe, with authorities urging influencers and online entrepreneurs to regularise their tax affairs ahead of a 30 May 2026 deadline.
HIFA 2026 Returns After Eight-Year Hiatus as Zimbabwe Revives Arts Sector
HARARE – Zimbabwe’s flagship arts event, the Harare International Festival of the Arts (HIFA), is set to return in 2026 after an eight-year hiatus, marking a major revival for the country’s cultural and creative industries. Organisers confirmed that the festival will run from August 3 to 9, 2026, in Harare under the theme “Up”, symbolising renewal, growth, and a fresh chapter for one of Africa’s most celebrated arts platforms.
Curtain Call for a Television Legend: Zimbabwe Mourns Memory Bususu (1955–2026)
KWEKWE — Zimbabwe’s arts community is in mourning following the passing of veteran actress Memory Bususu, who died at the age of 71. A beloved household name for decades, Bususu passed away on Sunday, April 12, at Kwekwe General Hospital after suffering a stroke. The National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) described her as a "versatile talent" whose performances in iconic dramas such as Paraffin, Pfuma Ye Nhaka, and Ngozi defined an era of Zimbabwean television.
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