HARARE — A dark cloud hangs over the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) following the death of a male suspect in custody at Glen Norah Police Station in the early hours of Tuesday. The tragedy, which reportedly resulted from a sustained physical altercation between two detainees, has sparked national outrage over allegations of gross negligence by officers on duty.

The Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) has renewed calls for a minimum wage of US$650 for mine workers, alongside stricter safety standards, as pressure mounts on mining companies to improve conditions in one of Zimbabwe’s most hazardous industries.

HARARE — In a major boost for the government’s human capital strategy, Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Zhou Ding, has reaffirmed Beijing's commitment to bankrolling and supporting Zimbabwe’s professional skills-development agenda. Speaking at the inaugural Presidential Programme for Professionals (PP4P) Annual Stakeholder Convention, Ambassador Zhou hailed the initiative as a "strategic driver" that will bridge the gap between academic theory and economic productivity.

In a separate executive adjustment, President Mnangagwa has appointed Tsitsi Zhou as the Deputy Minister of Lands and Rural Development, effective 1 May 2026. The announcement was made by the Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Martin Rushwaya.

Zimbabwe’s embattled national airline, Air Zimbabwe, is facing renewed scrutiny from Parliament over alleged corruption, missing aircraft records, and failure to comply with tax obligations, issues lawmakers warn could expose the airline to asset seizure and further financial distress.

A 33-year-old security guard employed by Shurugwi Town Council has been sentenced to 36 months in prison after masquerading as a police officer and extorting money and goods from local businesses. Wilson Mateveke was convicted on his own plea by Shurugwi magistrate Sithembinkosi Gowero last Friday on two counts of impersonating a police officer and theft.

A 24-year-old woman from Glenview has been sentenced to 12 months in prison after biting off part of her neighbour’s ear during a violent altercation linked to an alleged extramarital affair.

Zimbabwe’s mobile telecommunications sector recorded steady growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, driven by rising data consumption, increased voice traffic, and continued infrastructure investment, according to the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ). Active mobile subscriptions rose by 2.11% to 16.78 million, up from 16.43 million in the previous quarter, pushing mobile penetration to 107.04%. Analysts say the figure reflects widespread a

Families in Shurugwi are racing against time to identify the remains of their loved ones as 147 graves at the old Peak Mine Cemetery face exhumation to pave the way for expanding gold mining operations in the mineral-rich Boterekwa Hills. The exercise, funded by Chinese-run Chengxi Mine and implemented by Zi-Heritage and Environmental Consultancy, has triggered emotional distress and renewed debate around heritage preservation, environmental impact, and community consultation

Police in South Africa have arrested a 69-year-old medical doctor in KwaZulu-Natal over allegations that he sexually assaulted four female patients under his care at a hospital in Madadeni. The senior practitioner was taken into custody on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, by detectives from the KwaZulu-Natal Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit, working in collaboration with officers from the Madadeni police station.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa, in his capacity as Commander-in-Chief of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, has promoted nine officers from the Zimbabwe National Army from the rank of Major to Lieutenant Colonel in a move described as part of routine military progression.

Newly appointed Warriors interim head coach Kaitano Tembo says he is under no illusion about the expectations that come with leading Zimbabwe’s senior men’s national team, pledging to bring focus, discipline and continuity to the role. Tembo steps into the position following the departure of former head coach Marian Marinica, whose exit was confirmed on Monday, 27 April by the Zimbabwe Football Association.

A disturbing pattern is beginning to emerge across Zimbabwe, one that strikes at the very heart of institutions long regarded as moral anchors. Increasingly, men of the cloth are finding themselves entangled in serious criminal allegations, raising uncomfortable questions about accountability, power, and trust within religious spaces.

A general hand employed by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has been arrested after allegedly stealing US$1,500 from his workplace and gambling away the entire amount on the online betting game Aviator, widely known in Zimbabwe as “chindege.” The incident, which occurred on 25 April 2026, has once again put the spotlight on the rising risks associated with online gambling platforms in the country.

The Embassy of Zimbabwe in South Africa has dismissed viral claims that it is offering “free deportation” services to Zimbabwean nationals, describing the reports as false, misleading, and not sanctioned by any official authority. In a strongly worded statement issued on 28 April 2026, the Embassy of the Republic of Zimbabwe in South Africa said it had noted with concern the circulation of social media messages suggesting that citizens could access free transport and deportat

PRETORIA – The Embassy of Zimbabwe in South Africa has issued a safety advisory to Zimbabwean nationals living in South Africa following reports of protests targeting foreign nationals, urging citizens to remain vigilant and limit movement. The warning, released on 28 April 2026 via the embassy’s official X account, comes amid growing concern over demonstrations reported in major cities, particularly Johannesburg and Cape Town.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has initiated a massive nationwide crackdown on the illegal possession of explosives, a move triggered by a horrific transport disaster that claimed 12 lives earlier this month. The operation aims to dismantle dangerous syndicates and prevent further loss of life caused by the "unlawful handling of hazardous materials" on public roads and in residential areas.

HARARE – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has launched a nationwide crackdown targeting stock theft syndicates and the illegal sale of meat, amid growing concern over rising livestock crime and public health risks. In a statement issued on Tuesday, police spokesperson Paul Nyathi said the operation will enforce strict compliance with laws governing the ownership, movement, slaughter, and sale of livestock, including cattle, goats, and sheep.

Hundreds of civil servants in Bulawayo are demanding justice after allegedly being swindled out of their life savings in a residential stands project that has failed to materialize for over 12 years. The scandal, involving the Mahlaba Housing Scheme, highlights the growing risks faced by public sector workers seeking affordable housing in Zimbabwe. Since 2014, more than 400 government workers have been diligently paying monthly installments to Rivervalley Properties, a land d

MASVINGO – Former police officer and opposition leader Togara Fambi has been re-arrested and charged with cyberbullying after posting political content on Facebook, in a case that is raising fresh questions about freedom of expression and the use of cyber laws in Zimbabwe.