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Zimbabwe Bans Parallel Development to Improve Urban Planning and Housing Infrastructure
HARARE – The Zimbabwean Government has officially outlawed the practice of "parallel development", declaring that no residential houses may be built or occupied before essential infrastructure such as roads, water supply, sewer systems, and stormwater drainage has been fully installed and certified by local authorities. The policy marks a major shift in Zimbabwe's urban housing development framework and is intended to restore orderly town planning while tackling the rapid gro
Zimbabwe's Biggest Cities Lag Behind as Local Authority Performance Declines in 2025, Government Report Shows
HARARE – Zimbabwe's local authorities recorded a decline in overall performance during 2025, with the country's largest urban councils failing to significantly improve service delivery despite their critical role in driving economic growth, according to the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works' latest performance evaluation. The Annual Performance Feedback Report for the 2025 Fiscal Year reveals that the average performance score for Zimbabwe's 92 local authorities f
Armed Gang Raids NRZ Power Station Near Harare, Steals US$10,000 Transformer Equipment
The National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) has condemned a violent robbery at one of its electricity feeder stations near Harare after an armed gang overpowered security guards and stole transformer components valued at approximately US$10,000. The attack, which occurred on the night of 23 June 2026, has raised fresh concerns over the escalating theft and vandalism of critical railway infrastructure, a problem that continues to disrupt rail operations and impose significant fina
International News
Berlin Police Deploy Water Cannons to Cool Residents as Europe Heatwave Pushes Germany Towards 41°C
BERLIN – As Europe endures an intense heatwave, Berlin police have taken the unusual step of deploying water cannons normally reserved for crowd control to help residents and tourists cool down amid soaring temperatures. The two police water cannon vehicles toured the German capital on Saturday, spraying water over people gathered at some of Berlin's busiest landmarks, including the Brandenburg Gate, Potsdamer Platz, and the Reichstag, home of Germany's parliament.
Cape Town Relocates Zimbabweans to Repatriation Centre as Voluntary Return Process Begins
CAPE TOWN – The City of Cape Town has begun relocating large groups of Zimbabwean nationals who had gathered outside Zimbabwe's Consulate in District Six to the Department of Home Affairs Repatriation Centre in Epping, where they will be processed for voluntary return to Zimbabwe. The relocation operation commenced at approximately 9 am on Sunday, 28 June, and is being coordinated by the City of Cape Town in partnership with the Department of Home Affairs and the Zimbabwean C
Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Tops 900 as Global Rescue Effort Intensifies
The death toll from the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela has climbed to more than 900, while at least 3,360 people have been injured as rescue teams race against time to locate survivors trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Government officials said the twin earthquakes, which struck within seconds of each other on Wednesday, caused widespread destruction across northern Venezuela, with the coastal state of La Guaira and the capital, Caracas, suffering the worst
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
Kwangware Football Legacy Lives On as Eddson 'Kishah' Targets Premier Soccer League Dream
MASVINGO – The Kwangware name has long been synonymous with football excellence in Masvingo, producing generations of talented players who left an indelible mark on the local game. Today, that proud legacy is being carried forward by Eddson "Kishah" Kwangware, head coach of Ngundu-based Division 2B outfit Gwatipedza Mine FC.
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
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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