An 84-year-old man from Buhera died after a veld fire he started for grass clearing suddenly changed direction and engulfed him, as authorities warn Zimbabwe faces an elevated wildfire risk this dry season.

Believed to be Zimbabwe's oldest pensioner, 114-year-old Chazimbwa Kachikunje continues to receive his NRZ pension while living independently in Mt Darwin and enjoying remarkable health.

A Mutare man has sought intervention from Chief Mutasa after alleging he suffered repeated physical abuse by his wife over three years. The traditional leader urged the matter to be reported to police.

The Roman Catholic Church in Zimbabwe has warned worshippers after Archbishop Robert Ndlovu identified Francis Gano as a man allegedly impersonating a Catholic priest and Franciscan deacon in several parishes.

A four-year-old boy allegedly started a fire that destroyed a bedroom at Chief Wenondo's homestead in Bubi, leaving a family without food, furniture, school supplies and identity documents.

Police have appealed for information leading to the arrest of Emmanuel Makazi, who is wanted in connection with the alleged fatal stabbing of his younger brother during a dispute over a missing US$50.

Seven children were among nine Jehovah's Witnesses members who died after a parked kombi rolled into Ruti Dam while they were travelling to a church gathering in Murambinda.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has warned mourners against parading coffins in city centres or carrying them on top of vehicles, saying the practice endangers public safety and violates the law.

Police have arrested three suspects after a village head and his wife were robbed of US$2,050 during a night-time home invasion in Buhera, with one suspect still being sought.

Senior Zanu-PF officials have commended Sakunda Holdings for financing and providing logistics for CAB3 celebrations in Epworth, describing the company's support as a contribution to national development initiatives following the enactment of Constitution Amendment No. 3.

Police are investigating a suspected filicide case in Mabvuku after two children died in a house fire allegedly started by their father following a domestic dispute.

ZANU PF Harare Province has resolved to seek President Emmerson Mnangagwa's continuation as party President and First Secretary until 2037, saying the proposal will be presented at the next party conference.

Protest flyers appeared across Bulawayo overnight, calling for economic reforms and opposition to Constitutional Amendment Act No. 6 as debate over the planned July 31 demonstrations intensifies.

The Catholic Church in Zimbabwe celebrated a historic milestone as twin brothers Fr. Francelino and Fr. Franklin Machirika were ordained to the priesthood in Bulawayo.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa attended the Johane Marange Apostolic Church's annual Pasika gathering in Bocha, where he reaffirmed Government's commitment to working with churches to promote peace, unity and national development.

ZNFPC has cautioned women against using unregulated herbal products for vaginal tightening and cleansing, urging regular cervical cancer screening and evidence-based healthcare.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police have arrested more than 2,000 suspects since launching a nationwide operation targeting serious crime, drug offences and dangerous traffic violations.

The City of Harare has confirmed a scabies outbreak in Hopley and Stoneridge, with children under 12 accounting for most reported cases as health officials intensify containment efforts.

Ward 12 Councillor Simon Manzanga has called on Government to speed up the issuance of lease agreements and resettle families displaced after more than 760 houses were demolished in Harare

Police are investigating the sudden death of a four-year-old girl who collapsed while walking home with her mother and siblings in Headlands, Manicaland.