HARARE — In a major boost for the government’s human capital strategy, Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Zhou Ding, has reaffirmed Beijing's commitment to bankrolling and supporting Zimbabwe’s professional skills-development agenda. Speaking at the inaugural Presidential Programme for Professionals (PP4P) Annual Stakeholder Convention, Ambassador Zhou hailed the initiative as a "strategic driver" that will bridge the gap between academic theory and economic productivity.

In a separate executive adjustment, President Mnangagwa has appointed Tsitsi Zhou as the Deputy Minister of Lands and Rural Development, effective 1 May 2026. The announcement was made by the Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Martin Rushwaya.

Zimbabwe’s embattled national airline, Air Zimbabwe, is facing renewed scrutiny from Parliament over alleged corruption, missing aircraft records, and failure to comply with tax obligations, issues lawmakers warn could expose the airline to asset seizure and further financial distress.

Zimbabwe’s mobile telecommunications sector recorded steady growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, driven by rising data consumption, increased voice traffic, and continued infrastructure investment, according to the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ). Active mobile subscriptions rose by 2.11% to 16.78 million, up from 16.43 million in the previous quarter, pushing mobile penetration to 107.04%. Analysts say the figure reflects widespread a

A general hand employed by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has been arrested after allegedly stealing US$1,500 from his workplace and gambling away the entire amount on the online betting game Aviator, widely known in Zimbabwe as “chindege.” The incident, which occurred on 25 April 2026, has once again put the spotlight on the rising risks associated with online gambling platforms in the country.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has initiated a massive nationwide crackdown on the illegal possession of explosives, a move triggered by a horrific transport disaster that claimed 12 lives earlier this month. The operation aims to dismantle dangerous syndicates and prevent further loss of life caused by the "unlawful handling of hazardous materials" on public roads and in residential areas.

HARARE – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has launched a nationwide crackdown targeting stock theft syndicates and the illegal sale of meat, amid growing concern over rising livestock crime and public health risks. In a statement issued on Tuesday, police spokesperson Paul Nyathi said the operation will enforce strict compliance with laws governing the ownership, movement, slaughter, and sale of livestock, including cattle, goats, and sheep.

Hundreds of civil servants in Bulawayo are demanding justice after allegedly being swindled out of their life savings in a residential stands project that has failed to materialize for over 12 years. The scandal, involving the Mahlaba Housing Scheme, highlights the growing risks faced by public sector workers seeking affordable housing in Zimbabwe. Since 2014, more than 400 government workers have been diligently paying monthly installments to Rivervalley Properties, a land d

In a major blow to illegal gold mining in Zimbabwe, law enforcement agents have impounded 12 heavy-duty excavators during a high-stakes raid along the Mutare River near Beauly. The machinery, suspected to be owned by Chinese nationals, was discovered hidden in thick brush as miners attempted to evade a coordinated security crackdown.

GWERU – A Gweru woman has accused a Chinese-owned mining company, Harsh 3 Mine, of illegally exhuming her late husband’s remains without family consent an incident that has sparked outrage and renewed scrutiny over mining operations and cultural rights in Zimbabwe. Keresia Mucharuza (45) claims the remains of her husband, Takesure Mutanda, were dug up on 5 April 2026 from their family homestead near Guinea Fowl, under Chief Gambiza, and reburied about a kilometre away under d

BULAWAYO — The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) was meant to be a showcase of convenience and progress, but the Vehicle Inspectorate Department’s (VID) on-site presence has left a sour taste for many motorists. The department’s decision to offer expedited driving licence services during the 2026 exhibition has triggered a wave of public frustration, with citizens leveling accusations of "extortion" regarding the US$50 fee charged for on-demand licence discs.

BULAWAYO – Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has hit back at Bulawayo mayor David Coltart following criticism over his presence alongside President Emmerson Mnangagwa and visiting Botswana leader Duma Boko during last week’s Zimbabwe International Trade Fair.

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 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.

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

Police in Bindura have impounded six tipper trucks loaded with suspected illegally mined gold ore from Phoenix Prince Mine, in a major operation targeting syndicates accused of looting resources under Mining Lease 21. The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the seizure followed a coordinated operation by officers in Mashonaland Central, marking one of the most significant crackdowns on illegal mining in the area in recent months.

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.

The implementation of this framework is intended to formalize the integration of these cadres into the national land tenure system, providing them with tangible economic support while ensuring that those who contributed to the country's sovereignty are appropriately recognized.

A major security crackdown along the Mutare River has forced illegal miners, including suspected foreign nationals, to flee into nearby mountainous areas, as authorities intensified efforts to curb environmental damage and unlawful gold extraction. The operation, led by the Provincial Joint Operations Command, brought together the Zimbabwe National Army, Zimbabwe Republic Police, and State Security agents. The coordinated raid targeted illegal alluvial gold mining sites blame

BULAWAYO — Mines and Mining Development Minister Dr. Polite Kambamura has issued a stern warning to individuals facilitating "proxy mining" arrangements, signaling that the government is preparing strict measures to dismantle illegal sales of mining claims.