From the Ecobank heist to the arrest of the “Terror Twins” and the rise of machete gangs ( image source ) In many ways, Bulawayo’s most defining crime story of 2025 was shaped by events that unfolded months earlier. As the year began, the city was still grappling with the aftermath of the October 2024 Ecobank heist, a brazen daylight robbery in which US$4 million disappeared in just 149 seconds. Widely regarded as the largest bank robbery in Zimbabwe’s history, the crime refu

Sweeney Mushonga’s election as NRSL chairman reflects decades of quiet influence, league-building and football governance ( image source ) In Zimbabwean football administration, few figures understand power, influence and survival like Sweeney Mushonga. His election as chairman of the Northern Region Soccer League (NRSL) is not a routine administrative shift, but the culmination of decades spent inside the game’s inner machinery shaping outcomes, building institutions and exe

The Global Institute of Security Management graduates a new cohort of security professionals ( image source ) More than 20 graduands were formally inducted into Zimbabwe’s and Africa’s professional security industry after receiving diplomas in various security disciplines at a graduation ceremony hosted by the Global Institute of Security Management (GISM). The ceremony marked a significant milestone for students who completed specialised training in security, risk management

A review of Rise, Jessica J Rowlands’ Zimbabwe-set film exploring mentorship, resilience and dignity through boxing, community and powerful performances in Victoria Falls ( image source ) Jessica J Rowlands’ Rise is a film that arrives softly and then takes hold — a quiet but unrelenting study of survival, mentorship and the small acts that restore dignity. Filmed entirely in Victoria Falls and rooted in the real-life work of boxing coach Tobias Mupfuti, the film eschews spec

Highrange FC secure historic promotion to ZIFA Northern Region Division One after a 1–0 win over Scottland Under-19 at Rufaro Stadium ( image source ) Harare — Highrange Football Club sealed a landmark promotion on Sunday after edging Premier Soccer League-backed Scottland Under-19 1–0 in the Harare Province Division Two A and B play-off final at Rufaro Stadium, securing the province’s sole ticket into the ZIFA Northern Region Division One for the 2026 season. The hard-fought

The United States signals a shift in relations with Zimbabwe toward trade, investment and policy cooperation ( image source ) Harare — The United States has signalled a strategic shift in its engagement with Zimbabwe, moving from a donor-centric relationship toward one centred on trade, investment and policy cooperation. In a recent interview, US Ambassador Pamela Tremont said Washington intends to pursue a “balanced and partnership-based” approach that prioritises commercial

Econet’s E-Novate Expo showcased 5G, IoT, cloud and start-up innovation, highlighting Zimbabwe’s growing digital ecosystem, skills development drive and public-private partnerships shaping a tech-enabled future ( image source ) Harare — Econet Wireless Zimbabwe’s three-day E-Novate Expo at the Harare International Conference Centre offered a comprehensive showcase of the technologies and partnerships shaping the country’s digital future, drawing thousands of students, develop

Ariana Resources reports encouraging early drilling results at Zimbabwe’s Dokwe gold project ( image source ) Harare — Ariana Resources this week reported encouraging early signs from drilling at the Dokwe gold project in Zimbabwe, a development that could bolster investor interest and add momentum to the country’s mineral exploration landscape. Company updates indicate that initial drilling has intersected mineralised zones consistent with the project’s geological model, pro

A maternal health debate in Zimbabwe’s Parliament turned chaotic after a personal remark against MP Judith Tobaiwa ( image source ) Harare — A debate on maternal health descended into disorder on Thursday night after a ZANU-PF MP made a personal remark about Kwekwe legislator Judith Tobaiwa (CCC), triggering calls for an apology and renewed scrutiny of conduct in the National Assembly. The incident unfolded as lawmakers considered allocations in the Finance Bill and heard app

Merck Foundation and Zimbabwe’s First Lady mark seven years of partnership focused on health worker training ( image source ) Harare — The Merck Foundation and Zimbabwe’s First Lady this week marked seven years of a strategic partnership focused on strengthening the country’s health workforce, supporting infertile women and advancing girls’ education. What began as a targeted capacity-building initiative has evolved into a multi-faceted programme with nationwide impact. Since

China–Zimbabwe relations marked a major milestone in 2025 as the two countries celebrated 45 years of diplomatic ties ( image source ) Harare — The year 2025 has been hailed as a landmark in the long-standing relationship between Zimbabwe and China, marking 45 years of diplomatic ties and the formal elevation of bilateral relations to an All-Weather Community with a Shared Future. Officials from both countries say the milestone reflects deep historical solidarity while signal

CCC MP Chalton Hwende calls for a delay to the 2026 Finance Bill debate, citing MPs’ unpaid dues and welfare concerns ahead of Christmas ( image source ) Harare — Kuwadzana East MP Chalton Hwende (CCC) on Thursday moved to delay debate on the proposed 2026 Finance Bill, arguing that the welfare of Members of Parliament has reached crisis levels and that many legislators face a bleak Christmas without urgent intervention. Hwende told the House that a planned joint caucus with

Zimbabwe’s music fraternity mourns sungura legend Nicholas “Madzibaba” Zakaria, the iconic guitarist and mentor whose four-decade career shaped modern Zimbabwean music ( image source ) Harare — Zimbabwe’s music community is in mourning following the death of sungura icon Nicholas “Madzibaba” Zakaria, the revered guitarist, composer and mentor affectionately known as the Senior Lecturer. Zakaria passed away on Thursday, ending a career that spanned more than four decades and h

Traditional chiefs were left stranded outside Rainbow Towers Hotel in Harare after delays in government stipends promised at their annual conference ( image source ) Harare — A delegation of traditional chiefs was left stranded outside Rainbow Towers Hotel this week after hotel staff denied them re-entry, saying their rooms had already been formally checked out. The incident occurred as the chiefs awaited government stipends promised by President Emmerson Mnangagwa during the

A Mpumalanga arrest involving 582 passports uncovers an alleged illegal stamping scheme ( image source ) Mpumalanga, South Africa — The arrest of a 43-year-old Zimbabwean national in Mpumalanga has exposed a suspected passport-for-profit scheme that highlights both the vulnerability of undocumented workers and ongoing concerns about corruption within immigration systems. The suspect was apprehended on Monday after police discovered 582 passports and a large sum of cash hidden

The US is shifting its engagement with Zimbabwe from a donor-led model to a partnership approach focused on trade ( image source ) The United States has signalled a major recalibration of its engagement with Zimbabwe, shifting from a donor-driven relationship toward a partnership model centred on trade, investment and policy cooperation. In an interview outlining the new approach, US Ambassador Pamela Tremont said Washington intends to prioritise commercial ties in key sector

An analysis of the Chimombe and Mpofu goat scheme fraud case, examining public reactions, claims of tribalism and political persecution ( image source ) By Percy Nhara | Southerton Business Times (Opinion) Sometimes Zimbabwe feels like one long, chaotic village court — the kind where nobody reads the docket, but everyone has already chosen a side based on clan, cousin, or whichever goat bleated the loudest. This week’s national argument centres on the sentencing of Harare bus

The Lux Collective has announced LUX* Xinii Victoria Falls, a high-end eco-luxury lodge estate opening in 2028 ( image source ) Victoria Falls — Zimbabwe’s tourism sector is set for a major boost after The Lux Collective, backed by Chinese investors, confirmed plans to develop LUX* Xinii Victoria Falls, a high-end eco-luxury lodge estate on the banks of the Zambezi River. The property is scheduled to open in 2028, marking the group’s second major Southern African venture afte

Zimbabwe’s music industry mourns Sungura legend Nicholas “Madzibaba” Zacharia ( image source ) The Sungura music community is in mourning following the death of legendary musician Nicholas “Madzibaba” Zacharia, who passed away this morning after a long battle with diabetes. His management confirmed the news, prompting widespread grief across Zimbabwe’s music industry. Zacharia, revered as the Sungura Godfather and fondly known as the Senior Lecturer, was celebrated for his in

African Sun Limited will close Elephant Hills Resort in November 2026 for an 18-month, multi-million-dollar refurbishment and rebranding ( image source ) African Sun Limited has announced that Victoria Falls’ iconic Elephant Hills Resort will close in November 2026 for an extensive 18-month refurbishment and rebranding programme, with reopening slated for the second quarter of 2028. The multi-million-dollar upgrade is being positioned as one of the most significant hospitalit