Police in Gweru are searching for a 37-year-old man suspected of murdering his wife in the high-density suburb of Mkoba. The suspect, identified as Nhlalo Darlington Baloyi, is alleged to have fatally assaulted his wife, Partricia Nyathi (32), at their home in Mkoba 4 on Monday last week. Police say Baloyi, an artisanal miner originally from Mkonto Village under Chief Ntabeni in Zhombe, allegedly attacked Nyathi after accusing her of infidelity. According to the Zimbabwe Repu

Zimbabwe’s retail property sector is experiencing rising interest from international brands seeking to enter or expand within the market, according to the fund manager of Tigere Real Estate Investment Trust. Speaking after the release of the company’s latest financial results, Tigere Property Fund director Brett Abrahamse said the firm is receiving frequent enquiries from global retailers looking for space in the country.

Harare, Zimbabwe- The director of a Harare-based freight clearing company, Lawrence Zifungo (43), has appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court facing allegations of orchestrating a sophisticated fraud scheme. The State contends that Zifungo prejudiced the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) of over ZiG$448,000 through a fictitious payment system involving compromised tax accounts.

HWANGE — The High Court Circuit sitting at Hwange has sentenced 22‑year‑old Mpofu to 16 years’ imprisonment after convicting him of the brutal murder of his 72‑year‑old stepmother, Christine Ncube, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) said.

Residents of Zvishavane are facing reduced water supplies after sludge from illegal mining activities contaminated the Ngezi River, significantly increasing the cost of treating water for the town. The chairman of the Zvishavane Town Council (ZTC), Takarangana Keta, said the local authority has been forced to cut the town’s daily treated water output to manage the rising costs.

Bobi Wine has announced that he has left Uganda, saying he fled the country to escape what he described as a military-led manhunt following January’s disputed presidential election. In a video posted on the social media platform X on Saturday, Wine said he had been in hiding for weeks after security forces allegedly raided his home shortly after the January 15 vote.

Emmerson Mnangagwa has officially launched Zimbabwe’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2026–2030, a policy framework aimed at harnessing artificial intelligence to drive economic growth, innovation, and public sector transformation. The strategy was unveiled on Friday at the New Parliament Building. Speaking at the launch, Tatenda Mavetera said the strategy is a home-grown blueprint designed to position Zimbabwe as a competitive player in the global digital economy w

The world of business does not operate on an even playing field. There are rugged terrains, disruptions, valleys, and cliffs that the entrepreneur should navigate. The word “guerrilla” conjures rebellion, conflict, and insurgency. Put it next to “business”, “research”, “marketing”, “public relations or “selling”, a lot of people will ask “Huh?” “What did you say?” When you go guerrilla, you are rebelling against the conventional or the usual. When the classical formulas aren’

Marshall Munetsi Harare, Zimbabwe- The release of the Zimbabwe national team squad for the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Botswana has reignited a fierce debate over the selection criteria used by head coach Mario Marinica. At the heart of the storm is the continued exclusion of vice-captain Marshall Munetsi , whose absence is being viewed by many as a snub of the country's most in-form overseas talent. Marshall Munetsi’s exclusion is particularly jarring given his re

Former Obadiah Moyo has suggested that Zimbabwe should consider introducing a tax on food manufacturers whose products exceed recommended sodium levels, arguing that the measure could help promote healthier eating habits and reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases.

Anymore Zvitsva, the man accused of murdering 25 people in Guruve, has made chilling claims that he consumed human flesh and sold body parts to traditional healers and self-proclaimed prophets. Zvitsva is currently being held at Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison after his arrest in connection with a series of killings that have shocked communities across the country.

Jacob Mudenda has urged members of the ruling ZANU-PF in Masvingo to closely monitor the activities of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) operating in the province. Mudenda, who is also ZANU-PF Secretary General, made the remarks while addressing a Masvingo Provincial Coordinating Committee (PCC) meeting at the Robert Mugabe School of Education.

Masvingo, Zimbabwe- Zimbabwe’s education supervisory system has reportedly ground to an effective halt as district and provincial offices run out of basic necessities, including fuel, stationery, and water. A severe funding crisis, exacerbated by a Treasury freeze on critical auxiliary accounts, has left school inspectors grounded and administrative buildings in a state of decay.

Bindura, Zimbabwe- A domestic dispute between two co-wives in the Aerodrome suburb of Bindura escalated into a physical confrontation and a subsequent court appearance this week. Precious Matangira (30) was convicted at the Bindura Magistrates’ Court for the assault of her junior co-wife, Ethel Mavhembu (23), following a heated exchange regarding the whereabouts of their mutual husband.

The opening weekend of the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League produced results that may not accurately reflect the strengths of competing teams after several matches were played on waterlogged pitches. Heavy rains left some stadiums flooded, forcing players to adapt to difficult conditions that resembled “water polo tactics” rather than conventional football.

HARARE — Preacher Trymore Muparinga has lodged a police report accusing fellow preacher Dickson Nhumwa of cyberbullying after Nhumwa posted a video alleging Muparinga misused church offerings to seduce women and buy alcohol, Muparinga’s lawyers said. Muparinga denies the allegations and says the video is part of an attempt by Nhumwa to claim a share of the funds he received from businessman Wicknell Chivayo. He has retained legal counsel and asked police to investigate the so

Late in February, Zimbabwe withdrew from a proposed $367 million United States health funding agreement after objecting to provisions requiring broad American access to sensitive national health data.

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is reportedly exploring plans to build a new state-of-the-art stadium in Victoria Falls as part of preparations for a regional bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations. Zimbabwe is expected to jointly bid for the tournament with South Africa and Botswana.

Police have launched a manhunt for a gang of six armed robbers who are reportedly posing as police officers while targeting villagers in parts of Buhera and Hwedza. The suspects are believed to be travelling in a white Nissan Navara and approaching victims under the pretext of investigating illegal fuel sales before producing firearms and demanding cash. Acting Zimbabwe Republic Police Manicaland provincial spokesperson, Assistant Inspector Wisdom Chinyoka, confirmed that inv

Zimbabwe is expected to receive heavy rainfall in the coming days, particularly in northern and eastern regions, according to a new update from the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET). The forecast indicates that a strengthening weather system across southern Africa could bring significant downpours to several countries in the region, including Zimbabwe. Meteorologists say the rainfall could affect northern and eastern Zimbabwe as well as parts of Angola, Zambia,