MP Tafanana Zhou has called for chemical castration of convicted child rapists in Zimbabwe ( image source ) HARARE – Member of Parliament for Mberengwa West, Tafanana Zhou, has called for chemical castration of convicted child rapists, citing a disturbing rise in sexual abuse cases across Zimbabwe. His remarks were made during a heated parliamentary debate on child protection laws. Zhou said the current penalties for child sexual abuse are insufficient and fail to deter repea

Zimbabwe’s retail property market is shifting toward SMEs, informal traders, and mixed-use developments as traditional large retailers downsize and landlords adapt to economic realities and changing consumer behavior ( image source ) HARARE – Zimbabwe’s retail property market is undergoing a major transformation in 2025, as the dominance of large chain stores gives way to a vibrant ecosystem of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mixed-use developments, according to a new

Zimbabwe’s business sector warns that delayed government payments are undermining confidence in the ZiG currency, urging fiscal discipline to sustain its stability and credibility ( image source ) HARARE – Zimbabwe’s business community has warned that the survival and credibility of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency hinges on the government’s ability to ensure timely payments to suppliers and contractors, according to a position paper submitted by the Confederation of Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe’s housing minister Daniel Garwe has urged home seekers to verify land transactions with councils ( image source ) HARARE – Zimbabwe’s Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities, Daniel Garwe, has urged prospective home buyers to verify land transactions with local authorities before making payments, warning that land fraud is on the rise and costing citizens millions. Speaking during a housing policy review workshop in Harare, Garwe said the government is conc

Zimbabwe is reviewing the salaries and conditions of state-employed journalists as part of wider media sector reforms ( image source ) HARARE – The Government of Zimbabwe is reviewing the salaries and working conditions of journalists employed in the public sector, in a move aimed at improving media professionalism, morale, and retention, according to Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Dr. Jenfan Muswere. Speaking at the 2024–2025 National Journalism an

Zimbabwe’s informal economy accounts for nearly two-thirds of national activity, yet formalisation efforts remain strained by mistrust, bureaucracy, and limited incentives for vendors and cross-border traders ( image source ) HARARE – Zimbabwe’s informal economy continues to dominate the national economic landscape, accounting for an estimated 64.7% of total economic activity in 2025, according to World Economics and the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC). Despite i

Five Zimbabweans have been convicted in the UK for a £300,000 NHS fraud scheme involving fake refund transactions, with sentencing expected in November ( image source ) LONDON – Five Zimbabwean nationals have been convicted in the United Kingdom for their roles in a £300,000 (US$365,000) fraud and money laundering scheme targeting the National Health Service (NHS), following a six-week trial at Southwark Crown Court. The scheme was orchestrated by Edias Mazambani (42), a cred

Delta Corporation has paid over US$240 million in taxes to ZIMRA following a surge in beverage sales ( image source ) HARARE – Delta Corporation, Zimbabwe’s largest beverage manufacturer, has paid over US$240 million in taxes to the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) for the fiscal year ending September 2025, reflecting a strong rebound in formal sector performance and consumer demand. The tax contribution includes corporate income tax, excise duty, and value-added tax (VAT),

KHARTOUM – Siham Hassan, a former member of Sudan’s parliament and a prominent humanitarian figure in North Darfur, was reportedly executed by Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia in the besieged city of Al-Fashir earlier today, according to multiple regional sources and resistance networks. Hassan, known for running community kitchens that fed thousands of displaced and starving civilians in Al-Fashir, had remained in the city despite escalating violence. Her death marks a gri

More than 500 Cowdray Park residents in Bulawayo have received title deeds under the Presidential Title Deeds Programme ( image source ) BULAWAYO – More than 500 residents of Cowdray Park in Bulawayo have received title deeds to their homes under the Presidential Title Deeds Programme, marking a major milestone in Zimbabwe’s push to formalize urban settlements and empower homeowners. The handover ceremony, held on 25 October, was presided over by Bulawayo Provincial Affairs M

CBZ’s strategy is expected to attract foreign investment and enhance Zimbabwe’s role in regional value chains ( image source ) HARARE – CBZ Holdings has launched a bold new strategy aimed at positioning Zimbabwe as a gateway to Africa’s US$3 trillion intra-continental trade market, leveraging its banking infrastructure, digital platforms, and regional partnerships. The initiative, unveiled at a high-level summit in Harare, aligns with the African Continental Free Trade Area (

Ghana has ended the use of English as the primary instructional language in schools, mandating mother-tongue teaching nationwide to improve learning outcomes, strengthen cultural identity and support inclusive education ( image source ) ACCRA – Ghana has officially removed English as the primary language of instruction in schools, mandating the use of local Ghanaian languages across all basic education institutions. The directive, announced by Education Minister Haruna Iddris

Zimbabwean bakers warn that bread prices could exceed US$1 amid surging flour costs, inflationary pressures, and supply-chain challenges, prompting government engagement on affordability ( image source ) HARARE – Zimbabwe’s bakers have sounded the alarm over a proposed hike in flour prices, warning that the cost of a standard loaf of bread could soon exceed US$1, further straining household budgets amid a deepening cost-of-living crisis. In a letter dated 24 October 2025 addr

Youth-led protests erupt in Douala over disputed Cameroonian election results, leaving at least four dead, disrupting commerce, and raising concerns over political stability and governance ( image source ) DOUALA – Violent protests led by young supporters of opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma erupted across Douala and other cities following the disputed October 12 presidential vote, with demonstrators demanding that authorities recognise Tchiroma’s claimed victory and publish

African and regional leaders condemn the RSF assault on Al-Fashir, Sudan, calling for an immediate ceasefire, humanitarian access, and accountability amid mass civilian displacement and killings ( image source ) ADDIS ABABA – Regional leaders and multilateral bodies have condemned the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) assault on Al-Fashir, Sudan’s last government-controlled city in Darfur, calling for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian access amid reports of mass atrocities and

Security experts warn that foreign intelligence services are deploying female operatives in long-term romantic relationships to extract sensitive technology and trade secrets from Silicon Valley professionals ( image source ) Intelligence and industry sources warn of a renewed espionage tactic in which foreign operatives, many of them women, use long-term romantic relationships, social engineering and carefully cultivated intimacy to extract trade secrets and sensitive resear

ZIFA and the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education have signed a landmark partnership to integrate structured grassroots football programmes into schools nationwide ( image source ) The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) and the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Harare on Thursday to embed structured grassroots football programmes in schools nationwide, a move officials say will strengthen talent pathways

Humanitarian agencies warn Sudanese women are facing arbitrary detention, violence and blocked access to essential services as the country’s conflict intensifies and institutions collapse ( image source ) Reports from multiple humanitarian and rights organisations indicate that Sudanese women are suffering extreme restrictions on their freedom and dignity as the country’s conflict and sharp political repression intensify, with accounts describing arbitrary detention, physical

Zimbabwe’s Youth Inclusive Budget Conference has produced concrete proposals to influence the 2026 national budget, pushing for increased youth funding, taxation reforms and accountable resource allocation across key sectors ( image source ) Youth leaders and parliamentarians say the second Zimbabwe Youth Inclusive Budget Conference (YIBC) has strengthened national budget discussions after two days of policy proposals focused on increasing funding for youth programmes in the

SARB fines Access Forex R162,500 after identifying serious AML and FICA compliance gaps, warning ADLAs of tightening oversight across cross-border remittances ( image source ) The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has imposed administrative sanctions totalling R162,500 on Access Forex (Pty) Limited, an authorised dealer in foreign exchange with limited authority, after finding material deficiencies in its anti-money-laundering and counter-terrorist-financing controls. SARB’s