GWERU — Law enforcement in the Midlands province is on high alert following a spike in vehicle thefts that has revealed a targeted pattern in Gweru, while a separate incident in Kwekwe has highlighted the ongoing risks of motorist negligence. Midlands police acting spokesperson, Assistant Inspector Mollidias Zivuku, confirmed that authorities have successfully recovered six stolen vehicles within a tight three-week window, between March 26 and April 16. The concentrated natur

Harare – Zimbabwe’s Health and Child Care Minister Douglas Mombeshora has called on striking nurses to return to work, urging a suspension of industrial action to allow for what he described as “constructive dialogue” with authorities.

HURUNGWE — The community of Hurungwe is in mourning following the tragic death of Tinashe Tadzimigwa, 44, who succumbed to severe injuries sustained in a lion attack near the Zambezi escarpment last week. The incident, which has highlighted the growing dangers of human-wildlife conflict in the region, occurred on Wednesday, April 15, as Tadzimigwa was returning from illegal mining operations in the Mkanga area.

SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA — A community is in deep mourning today following a domestic tragedy of unimaginable proportions. In the early hours of Sunday, April 19, a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, resulted in the deaths of eight children, aged between three and 11.

BULAWAYO — A high-stakes legal battle is set to unfold at the Western Commonage Magistrates’ Court tomorrow, 21 April 2026, as a Bulawayo man takes his fight against Zimbabwe’s maintenance framework to the Constitutional Court. The applicant is challenging the constitutionality of maintenance enforcement in cases where paternity has not been scientifically established, arguing that the current system is fundamentally flawed and unjust.

Bulawayo – Nurses at United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) staged a peaceful but highly visible protest this week, flooding the city streets as they demanded salary increases, improved working conditions, and urgent intervention from the government. The demonstration, which drew attention from motorists and pedestrians alike, highlighted growing frustration among Zimbabwe’s public healthcare workers. Dressed in their uniforms, the nurses carried placards with messages such as “Pay

Harare – The Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA) has rolled out a nationwide promotion granting motorists a 100 percent waiver on penalties for overdue vehicle licence fees, in a move aimed at boosting compliance and easing financial pressure on drivers. The limited-time offer, which runs from April 20 to May 2, 2026, coincides with the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair 2026 (ZITF), one of the country’s largest commercial events. Authorities say the initiative is d

Harare – The ZANU PF Youth League has publicly criticised businessman Wicknell Chivayo over his pledge to donate US$3.6 million to Parliament, warning that such a move risks undermining the integrity of State institutions. Chivayo announced on 18 April 2026, during Zimbabwe Independence Day, that he intended to channel the funds through the Speaker of Parliament for constituency development. Under his proposal, each of the country’s 360 legislators would receive US$10,000, re

Walking around Harare town, it’s a Tsvubvu affair. There is an inviting scent from the dark black delicacy. Tsvubvu, or Smelly-Berry Fingerleaf or Umviyo, is a popular indigenous wild fruit in Zimbabwe. It is a sweet, black, ovoid fruit with a mealy pulp and a large seed, ripening from February to June on small trees. Tsvubvu is packed with nutritious vitamins. It is indeed a national pride.

MASVINGO — The Gutu CID Officer-in-Charge, Inspector Edward Chiweta, has appeared before the Masvingo Magistrates’ Court facing charges of gross negligence of duty. The charges stem from the unauthorized deployment of a suspended junior officer, Constable Farai Simudzirai, who subsequently allegedly shot and killed a passenger on the Beitbridge–Masvingo Highway. The case, currently before Magistrate Misheck Brian Munyaradzi, highlights a grave breakdown in administrative over

CHIMANIMANI — The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have launched an urgent nationwide manhunt for a 30-year-old man, Francis Makuma Magirayano, following a horrific shooting incident on Saturday, April 18, that left three people hospitalized. The shooting, which occurred at Kopa Business Centre, has sent shockwaves through the local community. Authorities have classified the incident as attempted murder, stemming from a domestic dispute that spiralled into violence.

HARARE – Zimbabwe has emerged as the leading destination for South African maize exports, accounting for more than half of last week’s shipments as regional grain trade continues to play a critical role in food security. According to the latest trade data, South Africa exported 36,174 tonnes of maize in the past week, with Zimbabwe taking approximately 51% of the total volume. Namibia followed at 13%, with the remainder distributed across other Southern African markets.

PRETORIA – Three men, including a father-and-son duo, have appeared in court following their arrest in an intelligence-led operation targeting alleged cross-border smuggling networks facilitating illegal movement into Zimbabwe. The suspects Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi (45), Khonsou Seba Capo Chichi (18), and alleged facilitator François van der Merwe were arrested on April 13, 2026, in Brooklyn, Pretoria.

Meanwhile, Hodes continues to push for a resolution via a "hefty fine," arguing that the accused are prepared to settle immediately to secure their return to Zimbabwe. With sentencing now scheduled for April 24, 2026, the court faces the difficult task of weighing the defence’s plea for mercy against the State’s frustration regarding the missing evidence and the seriousness of the underlying charges.

GUTU – A prominent opposition activist in Masvingo Province is reportedly in hiding amid fears of arrest over allegations of undermining the authority of the President in a social media post. The activist, Wilson Run’anga, is said to have gone into hiding after unknown individuals reportedly visited his home in Mpandawana looking for him during the Easter holidays.

HARARE — Botswana’s President Duma Boko is set to arrive in Zimbabwe this Tuesday, April 21, for a high-stakes three-day State visit that is expected to recalibrate bilateral ties and accelerate shared economic agendas. The visit, undertaken at the invitation of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, will culminate in the 66th edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF).

VICTORIA FALLS — The historic Victoria Falls Bridge, a 120-year-old engineering marvel that has long served as a vital artery for regional trade, is set to undergo a major transition. President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia has announced that both Zambia and Zimbabwe will formally restrict heavy trucks and trains from using the bridge to protect its structural integrity.

MATOBOLAND SOUTH – Some traditional leaders were left angered after being denied entry into Maphisa Stadium during Zimbabwe’s 46th Independence Day celebrations, raising concerns over event coordination and recognition of local leadership. Among those affected was Chief Fuyane, who expressed disappointment at being excluded from official proceedings despite serving as the host chief for the event.

GUTU — A 61-year-old man from Gutu has been sentenced to an effective 20 months in prison after a trivial disagreement over a title escalated into a violent stabbing at a local business centre. Hebert Magombedze appeared before Magistrate Innocent Bepura this week, where he was convicted of assault following a brutal attack on 23-year-old Samson Mberikunashe. The case serves as a grim reminder of how quickly verbal altercations in rural service centres can spiral into life-th

NKAYI — The community of Nkayi Ward 19 is reeling in shock and grief following a harrowing incident on Thursday, April 16, that claimed the lives of a Grade 2 pupil and a young man in a local well-shaft. What began as a routine chore ended in catastrophe near Nkayi Primary School when a child was sent into a well to retrieve a fallen bucket, allegedly lured by the promise of sweets. The tragic sequence of events has sparked outrage and mourning across the district.