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Potraz Urges Zimbabweans to Protect Personal Data from Online Fraud
HARARE – Cybercrime and mobile money fraud are emerging as growing threats in Zimbabwe’s rapidly expanding digital economy, prompting regulators to intensify public awareness campaigns and urge citizens to safeguard their personal information.
Mining Boom Drives Demand for Explosives and Industrial Chemicals
Zimbabwe’s rapidly expanding mining sector is driving a surge in demand for explosives and industrial chemicals, highlighting both new economic opportunities and significant gaps in the country’s domestic manufacturing capacity.
Trevor Ncube Admits Salary Delays at Alpha Media Holdings, Announces Leadership Changes
HARARE – The chairman of Alpha Media Holdings, Trevor Ncube, has acknowledged the company’s failure to pay staff salaries on time, describing the situation as a “broken trust” while announcing leadership changes and a renewed focus on digital media.
International News
What Mojtaba Khamenei’s Leadership Means for Iran and the Middle East
Unlike his father, Mojtaba Khamenei has spent much of his career away from the public spotlight, wielding influence largely behind the scenes. Over the years, he has been widely viewed by political observers as a powerful figure within Iran’s clerical and security establishment.
UAE Denies Israeli Media Claims of Strike on Iranian Desalination Plant
The United Arab Emirates has denied Israeli media reports claiming Abu Dhabi was responsible for an air strike on a desalination facility in Iran, as tensions continue to escalate in the Gulf region.
Guinea Opposition Parties Disbanded as Political Tensions Deepen
Guinea’s military-led government has dissolved 40 political parties, including the country’s three main opposition groups, in a move widely condemned by critics as a major escalation in the crackdown on political freedoms under President Mamady Doumbouya.
Community News
Cde Andrew Makahamadze Honoured with Inaugural Kiran Jack Floating Trophy
In a poignant ceremony held in Harare last week, Cde Andrew Makahamadze, the ZANU-PF shadow legislator for Southerton and founder of the Andrew Makahamadze Foundation, was officially presented with the first-ever Kiran Jack Floating Trophy.
Mvurwi woman arrested over suspected infanticide
MVURWI — A 32‑year‑old woman, Thandiwe Kangara, was arrested on 4 March 2026 at Chihwe Village 2 Farm in Mvurwi in connection with a suspected case of infanticide, police confirmed. In a statement, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) said Kangara allegedly gave birth alone to a baby girl before strangling the infant and burying the body in a shallow grave about 10 metres from her homestead.
Veritas Warns Amendment Could Scrap Zimbabwe Gender Commission
This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” highlights the idea that societies thrive when women are given the space, resources and respect necessary to participate fully in national development.
Sports News
Melie Kerr Takes 7 Wickets as New Zealand Women Beat Zimbabwe
Melie Kerr delivered an outstanding all-round performance as the New Zealand women's national cricket team secured a comfortable victory over the Zimbabwe women's national cricket team in the second One-Day International (ODI) at University of Otago Oval. The win ensured the White Ferns clinched the series after previously defeating Zimbabwe by 180 runs in the opening match, also played in Dunedin. The third and final ODI will take place at the same venue on Wednesday.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino Backs Launch of Zimbabwe’s Munhumutapa Challenge Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) President Nqobile Magwizi following the official launch of the ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup, Zimbabwe’s premier national knockout competition. In a message marking the occasion, Infantino described the new tournament as a significant step for the development of football in Zimbabwe, highlighting its potential to strengthen the game at all levels
Online campaign promotes Patrice Motsepe as potential ANC leader
JOHANNESBURG — A new online campaign is promoting South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe as a prospective leader of the ruling African National Congress (ANC), injecting early speculation into the party’s succession contest ahead of its national conference next year.
Arts News
Creative Economy Week Zimbabwe 2026: Inclusive Growth Pivot
Across Harare, Bulawayo, and Masvingo, the mood this week is unmistakable. It is not just the late-summer heat, it is the momentum of Creative Economy Week Zimbabwe 2026. From 2–7 March, creatives, policymakers, and investors are sharing platforms, exchanging cards, and, more importantly, building partnerships.
Macheso Speaks Out as ZIMURA Crisis Deepens
As tensions simmer, confidence within Zimbabwe’s music industry has been shaken. Veteran artistes like Macheso warn that urgent reforms are needed to restore trust in the association tasked with protecting their livelihoods. Whether ZIMURA can regain credibility may depend on its ability to address governance concerns, improve transparency, and rebuild faith among its members.
Amani Festival relocated to Lubumbashi amid insecurity in Goma
LUBUMBASHI — The 11th Amani Festival, long a hallmark of Goma’s cultural calendar and a symbol of youth‑led peacebuilding in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, will be held in Lubumbashi from April 10 to 12, 2026, organisers announced, citing security concerns in North Kivu.
Model Profile : Anesu Suki
Hey my name is Anesu Suki.l am a girl aged 17 and a form 4 candidate at Budiriro 1 high school,l live in a family consisting of 5 girls and 1 boy. It has always been a dream to go through modelling and to be a model Special thanks to Father kusano who gave me a chance to achieve my dream and work towards my success As l girl child l stand firm fighting against drug trafficking and substance abuse hoping and looking forward for a better vision of 2030 Thank you
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Model Profile : Georgina Tiffany Tafa
My name is Georgina Tiffany Tafa I am a girl aged 16 years,we are five children in our family and l'm a form 4 candidate at Mufakose 1 high I am a contest for the 2025 modelling beauty pageant aiming to win and help the girl child to fight against drug trafficking and substance abuse. I'm going through this theme not only as a girl but as a voice who refuses to be silenced by fear,addiction or pressure. I stay in Budiriro 5B,Harare Giving thanks to Father kusano for supportin
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Model Profile: Ruvimbo Chaeza
My name is Ruvimbo Chaeza an 18 old lady fighting to be the next Miss Budiriro 2025 queen.My theme for this year is a girl child against drug and substance abuse.For i have seen that many of my fellow colleagues have started indulging in this deadly things .I hope I can inspire some through modeling.As i advocate against drug and substance abuse hope to change lives of many in Budiriro Constituency .My inspiration for modeling was the crowning ceremony for Miss Zimbabwe 2014
Southerton Business Times
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