South African employers and landlords say the departure of thousands of foreign nationals has disrupted businesses and created labour shortages across several sectors. JOHANNESBURG – South African employers and landlords say the recent wave of anti-immigrant protests has left businesses struggling, as thousands of foreign nationals, many legally documented, have fled the country fearing for their safety. The departures follow weeks of intimidation and threats by vigilante gro

Judicial Service Commission Secretary Walter Chikwanha says the Integrated Electronic Case Management System will improve transparency, reduce corruption and speed up justice delivery in Midlands magistrates' courts.

Zimbabwe's Ministry of Local Government has launched a WhatsApp-based Citizens Scorecard, allowing residents to rate council service delivery and provide anonymous feedback.

Zimbabwe's government has dismissed social media claims that all citizens aged 70 and above qualify for automatic monthly payments after registering at Makombe Building.

HARARE — A dramatic shift in United States foreign health policy under President Donald Trump is reshaping Washington's relationship with Africa, with several countries, including Zimbabwe, rejecting new multi-million-dollar health funding agreements over concerns about sovereignty, medical data and national interests.

HARARE – The Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has suspended its Secretary General, Tirivanhu Marimo, following a stormy National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting that reportedly descended into chaos as divisions within the labour federation deepened. According to NewZimbabwe.com, the NEC on Thursday resolved to suspend Marimo over allegations of misconduct, including claims that he was moonlighting. The federation has not publicly detailed the allegations.

HARARE – The City of Harare has confirmed several cases of chickenpox in the capital and is urging residents to remain vigilant as health authorities intensify efforts to contain the spread of the highly contagious viral disease. In a public notice issued on Friday, July 10, the city's Health Department said all confirmed patients were receiving appropriate medical care and that surveillance had been strengthened in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Child Care (Mo

HARARE – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested a 31-year-old man suspected of carrying out a string of armed robberies that allegedly terrorised residents of Budiriro and Glen View in Harare. Police identified the suspect as Melusi Pilile, whose arrest was confirmed by ZRP national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi in a statement to ZTN Prime on Friday. According to police, investigators have so far linked Pilile to 31 armed robbery cases, with investigations st

HARARE – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested two women accused of defrauding more than 100 job seekers through a fake WhatsApp employment scheme, while separately apprehending a suspect linked to 34 armed robbery cases in Harare's western suburbs. In a statement, police identified the fraud suspects as Clara Chiwashira (20) and Chipo Masuku (22).

HARARE – Renowned South African composer Lebo M has claimed he now requires personal security because some Zimbabweans allegedly want to kill him following his US$27 million lawsuit against United States-based Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi. The legal dispute stems from an appearance by Learnmore Jonasi, whose real name is Learnmore Mwanyenyeka, on the One54 Africa Podcast, where he jokingly translated the opening lyrics of Disney's The Circle of Life. Lebo M, who is in

TSHOLOTSHO – A 36-year-old man from Dugwi Line, Chefunye in Tsholotsho, Matabeleland North Province, has been sentenced after pleading guilty to a charge of bestiality involving a female goat. Leonard Moyo appeared before the Tsholotsho Magistrates' Court, where he admitted to the offence.

MUTARE – A 32-year-old domestic worker from Mutare has been sentenced to an effective 26 months in prison after setting his employer's property on fire following an argument over eating unripe oranges from her orchard. The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) said the incident occurred on June 27, 2026, at Chindoti Village under Chief Marange in Manicaland Province. According to prosecutors, the man became enraged after his 64-year-old employer instructed him

Mai Chenesai is at her stall by five in the morning, before the frost has lifted off the roofs of Mbare. Her hands are cracked from the cold and from washing vegetables in water she carries from a communal tap. She wears two jerseys, a doek, and a blanket knotted at her waist like an apron.

MAKONI – Makoni District has identified several communal and resettlement areas where illegal land allocations, commonly known as "sabhuku deals," are rampant, as Government intensifies efforts to curb unlawful settlements across Zimbabwe.

Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume says an insider may be helping robbers target City of Harare district offices after another cash theft at a municipal banking hall.

The Association of Healthcare Funders of Zimbabwe has urged Parliament to reject proposed regulations that would prohibit medical aid societies from owning healthcare facilities.

MARONDERA – An 18-year-old woman from Baker Farm in Marondera has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly throwing her one-year-old daughter into a dam following a domestic dispute.

HARARE – The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has reduced the maximum pump prices of diesel and petrol, offering motorists and businesses relief after a decline in global crude oil prices driven by easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Zimbabwe's Constitution Amendment Act No. 3 is now law after President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed the legislation introducing major constitutional reforms.

HARARE – AmaZulu King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini and King Ndamase Ndamase of Western Pondoland are expected to visit Zimbabwe for high-level talks with President Emmerson Mnangagwa as regional leaders seek solutions to escalating anti-immigrant tensions in South Africa.