WASHINGTON – In a move that has caught senior military leadership off guard, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed three high-ranking U.S. Army generals. The firings, which include General Randy George, the Army’s top officer, and Major General William Green Jr., the Chief of Chaplains, signal a profound shift in the Pentagon’s leadership philosophy. These dismissals occurred as the U.S. weighs a potential ground invasion in Iran, raising questions about the timing and

HARARE – NASA has unveiled the first high-resolution images of Earth captured by astronauts aboard the Artemis II mission, offering a breathtaking view of the planet as the crew travels toward the Moon.

TEHRAN – The ongoing military conflict between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the U.S.-Israeli coalition reached a new diplomatic and military flashpoint this week. Iranian officials have presented evidence of regional complicity in the aggression, while formally denouncing what they term "barbaric" strikes on civilian health and research facilities.

A new report by Transparency International has uncovered widespread corruption in education systems across Africa, warning of a “direct assault on human rights” affecting countries including Zimbabwe.

TEHRAN – In a move that fundamentally alters the security architecture of the Middle East, Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani, Commander of the IRGC Quds Force, has issued a stark ultimatum to the Zionist regime. Following a month of unprecedented escalation, Qaani declared on Monday that the "resistance front" has achieved a unified strategic command, signaling a "New Regional Order" that Israeli and U.S. forces can no longer ignore.

Zimbabweans living in the United Kingdom staged a protest over the weekend opposing the proposed Constitutional Amendment Number 3 Bill, which critics say could reshape the country’s electoral system and potentially extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s tenure.

HARARE – At least 13 United States military bases across the Middle East have been rendered uninhabitable following Iranian strikes, forcing American troops to relocate to temporary sites, including hotels and office spaces, according to a report by The New York Times.

HARARE – At least 15 Zimbabwean nationals have died in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine War after being allegedly trafficked into joining Russian forces through criminal recruitment networks, the government has confirmed. Speaking at a press conference in Harare on Wednesday, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Zhemu Soda said the victims were lured with promises of lucrative jobs abroad, only to be deployed to active war zones.

HARARE – New claims about the human toll of the ongoing conflict involving Israel have surfaced, with Iran-linked media suggesting significantly higher casualty figures than official reports.

Israel said it carried out an “extensive series” of airstrikes targeting Iranian production facilities, though it did not provide specific details. Explosions were reported across Tehran, with a massive blast heard in northern neighbourhoods and another in the city centre, according to eyewitness accounts. In retaliation, Iran launched multiple waves of missiles towards Israel in the early hours of Tuesday.

HARARE – Billionaire tech entrepreneur Leonid Radvinsky has died at the age of 43 following a prolonged battle with cancer, a company representative has confirmed.

The geopolitical climate in the Middle East has reached a fever pitch, sending ripples through global trade hubs and local markets alike. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) have issued a stern call to action, urging the U.S. administration to cease hostilities against Iran, asserting that the executive branch has "lost control" of the escalating military friction.

HARARE, ZIMBABWE – At least 64 people, including 13 children, were killed in a strike on a hospital in Sudan’s Darfur region, the World Health Organization has confirmed, as international concern mounts over escalating attacks on healthcare facilities in the country’s ongoing war. The attack targeted El-Daein Teaching Hospital in the state capital of East Darfur on Friday, leaving 89 others injured, according to WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

The late Ayatollah Khamenei and President Mnangagwa HARARE, ZIMBABWE – The Government of Zimbabwe has completed the evacuation of its citizens from Iran, including students and non-essential embassy staff, as tensions escalate following military strikes involving the United States and Israel. Authorities confirmed that essential diplomatic personnel have been relocated to Armenia, where they are continuing to monitor developments in the region. Permanent Secretary in the Mi

HARARE, ZIMBABWE – Global trade routes are facing a new threat after Yemen’s Houthi movement warned it could block the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait, escalating tensions already disrupting international shipping. The development comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively constrained following military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran, sending shockwaves through global energy markets.

HARARE, ZIMBABWE – The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Competition and Consumer Commission (CCCC) has issued a strong warning to businesses across Eastern and Southern Africa against profiteering and anti-competitive conduct amid surging global oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions. The caution comes as conflict involving the United States and Israel against Iran disrupts global energy markets, pushing crude oil prices above US$100 per barrel, their hi

ANTANANARIVO, MADAGASCAR – Madagascar has revived its traditional New Year celebration, Alahamady Be, marking a significant cultural resurgence after decades of dormancy. The pre-colonial festival, rooted in Malagasy royal traditions, returned with ancestral rituals, sacred fire ceremonies, and purification rites, drawing large crowds across the capital, Antananarivo. Celebrations peaked at Mahamasina Stadium, where thousands gathered for music, dance, and traditional perform

LIVERPOOL, UK – UK-based Zimbabwean gospel singer turned pastor Walter Chahwanda (33) has been sentenced to nine years in prison after a jury found him guilty of 17 sexual offences involving minors and young women.

Harare, Zimbabwe / Paris, France- The global telecommunications landscape is facing a significant shift following a high-level breach of the Israeli Army’s secure communication infrastructure. The cracking of command communication codes has not only compromised operational security but has also illuminated a network of European firms providing the backbone for the regime's military data and connectivity.

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has intensified security patrols at Makpandu refugee camp in Yambio, Western Equatoria, following a deadly attack that claimed the life of a Sudanese refugee. Peacekeepers conducted a ground patrol to assess the security situation and engage with local authorities, security forces, and refugee representatives, amid growing concerns over the safety of civilians in the camp.