A stalled convoy of heavy trucks caused major gridlock on the Harare–Masvingo highway, disrupting traffic, delaying cargo, and exposing gaps in road recovery systems ( image source ) A major traffic bottleneck developed early this morning on the Harare–Masvingo highway after a long convoy of heavy goods vehicles stalled near the 60-kilometre mark, bringing traffic to a standstill and disrupting the flow of commuters and freight between the capital and the southern provinces.

A new tobacco processing plant near Harare signals industrial revival, boosting value addition, jobs, farmer earnings and investor confidence in Zimbabwe’s agro-sector ( image source ) A newly commissioned tobacco processing plant outside Harare has been hailed by industry advocates as a tangible sign of industrial revival, promising to add value to Zimbabwe’s tobacco crop, create jobs and stimulate local supply chains. The facility, which began operations this week, is the l

Zimbabwe’s cement prices have surged 42% in two months amid strong demand, supply constraints and new import tariffs ( image source ) Zimbabwe’s cement market has entered a period of sustained price inflation, with traders and industry sources attributing the surge to strong domestic demand, supply constraints and recent policy changes that have tightened imports. A market survey published in November found prices up by around 42% over two months, lifting the average retail p

Six miners are feared dead after flooding at Golden Reef Mine in Kadoma, prompting rescue efforts and renewed calls for safety reforms in Zimbabwe’s mining sector ( image source ) Six miners are feared dead after an underground shaft at Golden Reef Mine in Etina, Eiffel Flats, Kadoma, suddenly flooded on Wednesday, 19 November. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the incident on Thursday, 20 November, saying the men were working about 40 metres below ground when wate

Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe has been named Best Bank at the 2025 Top Companies Survey Awards ( image source ) Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe has been crowned the Best Bank in the country at the 2025 Top Companies Survey Awards, an event sponsored by Old Mutual Zimbabwe to honour firms demonstrating sustained growth and financial discipline in an increasingly volatile economic environment. This year’s edition placed strong emphasis on fundamentals — business volumes, cashflow resilience and

Bindura faces a deepening water crisis as mining pollution, drought and infrastructure delays choke supply, leaving residents with weeks of little to no water ( image source ) Bindura Municipality has blamed upstream mining operations by a Chinese company for worsening a water crisis that has left residents receiving minimal or no supply for weeks. The local authority says the mining activities are polluting raw water sources and causing blockages in key channels feeding the

Ariana Grande tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of the global launch of Wicked: For Good, forcing last-minute promo cancellations and schedule changes ( image source ) Ariana Grande has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss several promotional appearances for Wicked: For Good, including a scheduled appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show. She announced the result on Instagram the day the film opens. Grande revealed the positive test on her Instagram Stories after appearing

A ranked look at the world’s fastest trains, from record-breaking maglev prototypes to top commercial high-speed models transforming global mobility ( image source ) In an era where nations compete on innovation, efficiency and engineering prestige, high-speed rail remains one of the clearest markers of technological ambition. From magnetic-levitation test marvels to commercially proven wheel-on-rail workhorses, today’s fastest trains embody decades of research, infrastructur

Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim meets AU Commission leadership in Addis Ababa and delivers a youth-focused lecture aimed at strengthening Afro-Malaysia partnerships ( image source ) On the final day of his Ethiopia visit, Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to meet African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf in Addis Ababa and deliver a special lecture focused on deepening Afro-Malaysia ties. The meeting will cap a three-day programme that emph

Nigeria protests after its officials were barred from a US-hosted UN event where Nicki Minaj spoke on alleged Christian persecution, sparking a diplomatic dispute ( image source ) A diplomatic row has erupted after Nigerian officials said they were barred from attending a United States–hosted discussion at the UN where rapper Nicki Minaj spoke about alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, prompting sharp protests from Abuja and renewed debate over the politicisation of

Namibian opposition warns the N$2.4bn Dangote-backed oil pipeline could sideline local businesses, distort market power, and expose the country to long-term risks ( image source ) A political firestorm is brewing in Windhoek as opposition leaders warn that the proposed N$2.4 billion Dangote-backed oil pipeline could choke local businesses, tilt market power toward foreign giants, and saddle Namibia with long-term risks disguised as “infrastructure progress.” The project, pitc

Zambia’s PF acting president Given Lubinda rejects a proposed seven-year presidential term, warning it threatens accountability and risks public backlash ( image source ) Patriotic Front acting president Given Lubinda has rejected proposals to extend Zambia’s presidential term from five to seven years, arguing the idea is being advanced by “surrogates” aligned with President Hakainde Hichilema and will not be accepted by the public. Lubinda’s remarks follow a submission by fo

A U.S. and South African withdrawal from a G20 ceremonial handover disrupts the summit, raising questions about diplomacy, protocol tensions and political motives ( image source ) A ceremonial handover meant to symbolise unity at the G20 summit instead delivered one of the most striking diplomatic disruptions of the year, after both the United States and South Africa abruptly withdrew from participating. The double no-show, confirmed only hours before the event, triggered a b

A new investigation exposes Ethiopia’s illegal post-war gold rush, revealing environmental destruction, armed profiteering, and a collapsing governance system ( image source ) An explosive investigation has described Ethiopia’s post-war gold boom as “a crisis of colossal scale,” alleging that a fast-growing illegal mining economy is tearing communities apart, poisoning land and water, and enriching armed actors and foreign intermediaries. Reporters working with The Bureau of

Zimbabwe’s High Court rules parts of the abortion law unconstitutional, citing violations of mental health rights and protections for sexually abused patients ( image source ) The High Court has issued a landmark ruling declaring portions of Zimbabwe’s Termination of Pregnancy Act unconstitutional, finding that the statute unjustifiably limits fundamental rights by excluding mental health as a lawful basis for abortion and by failing to protect victims of sexual abuse in ment

The Grand Family Show returns to Belgravia Sports Club on December 6 with top Zimbabwean artists, family activities, food stalls, and a full day of live music ( image source ) Belgravia Sports Club will transform into a family-friendly music hub on December 6, when the Grand Family Show brings together some of Zimbabwe’s most exciting performers for a full day of live music, food, and entertainment. Promoted as a celebration of local culture and community, the event promises

Harare fuel company director faces court over an alleged US$56,000 petrol fraud, exposing deeper trust, compliance, and volatility issues in Zimbabwe’s fuel sector ( image source ) A Harare fuel company director appeared in court over allegations that his firm orchestrated a US$56,000 petrol fraud, igniting fresh debate about integrity in Zimbabwe’s volatile petroleum trade. Prosecutors say the scheme involved 40,000 litres of petrol and a web of misrepresentation that left a

China’s Premier Li Qiang visits Zambia for the first time in 28 years, signalling intensified global competition for investment as the country emerges from a debt crisis and seeks renewed growth in mining and infrastructure ( image source ) Zambia will host a Chinese premier for the first time in 28 years this week, a symbolic visit that underscores Beijing’s bid to deepen ties with the copper-rich nation as global partners including Western countries compete for an investmen

Dr. Titanic Urayayi’s musical journey highlights patience, growth, and leadership as he rises in Zimbabwe’s music scene, emphasising his philosophy of “grow before you go” ahead of his 2025 return ( image source ) Theophilus T. Urayayi, better known by his stage name Dr. Titanic Urayayi & Fearfighters Express, has carved out a unique path in Zimbabwe’s music scene. Emerging in 2018, his journey reflects not only artistic ambition but also a deliberate philosophy of patience,

The National Blood Service Zimbabwe launches its 2025 festive blood donation campaign, targeting 7,800 units to meet increased holiday demand ( image source ) The National Blood Service Zimbabwe (NBSZ) has launched its 2025 festive season blood donation campaign, setting an ambitious target of nearly 8,000 units to meet heightened demand over the holidays. Running from 1 December to mid-January, the drive is designed to cushion seasonal pressure on national supplies, driven b