An SDA Church elder warns against linking the denomination to political controversy after a social media caption sparked speculation over Kudakwashe Tagwirei’s alleged ambitions ( image source ) HARARE — A Seventh-day Adventist Church elder has urged the denomination to distance itself from political controversy after a social media caption referring to businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei as “HE” sparked speculation about his alleged presidential ambitions. Elder Thabani Mpofu sa

The NDWG is finalising arrangements to repatriate the body of civic activist Sibotshiwe Sibanda from South Africa for burial in Bulawayo following her sudden death on 6 January 2026 ( image source ) HARARE — Arrangements are being finalised to repatriate and bury civic society activist Sibotshiwe Sibanda, who died in South Africa on her birthday, 6 January 2026, the National Democratic Working Group (NDWG) announced. NDWG leader Job Sikhala said logistics and paperwork for th

Hong Kong Xinhai Mining Services has taken a 10.19 percent stake in Ariana Resources ( image source ) HARARE — Hong Kong Xinhai Mining Services has acquired a 10.19 percent stake in UK-listed Ariana Resources, completing the first tranche of a phased AU$11 million (US$7.35 million) investment aimed at advancing the Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe. The transaction, first announced on 22 December 2025 and notified on 30 December 2025, transferred 266,666,670 shares to Xinhai, gi

Zimbabwean hip-hop artist Shone blends traditional sounds with modern trap, achieving global milestones and redefining Zimbabwe’s presence on the international music stage ( image source ) HARARE — Renowned hip-hop artiste Shone Panashe Quongo, known simply as Shone, has emerged as one of Zimbabwe’s most influential musical voices, fusing traditional sounds with contemporary trap to push the country’s music onto global stages. Shone recently became the first Zimbabwean musici

A new textbook by legal scholar Believe Guta seeks to make Zimbabwe’s Constitution accessible to secondary school students ( image source ) HARARE — A new textbook designed to demystify Zimbabwe’s Constitution for secondary school learners has been launched more than a decade after the supreme law came into effect. Constitutional Studies for Schools in Zimbabwe: A Guide to the Constitution for Zimbabwean Secondary School Students, authored by legal scholar and civic education

The Mthwakazi Republic Party marks 12 years of activism, reflecting on arrests, international advocacy and internal renewal as it continues its push for self-determination in Matabeleland and Midlands ( image source ) BULAWAYO — The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) marked its 12th anniversary on Thursday, honouring founding cadres and reflecting on years of persecution, arrests and political pressure as it continues to press for self-determination for Matabeleland and Midlands.

Economics professor Gift Mugano says he will adopt a more constructive, evidence-based approach to engaging with government policy, supporting reforms where justified while highlighting ongoing economic challenges ( image source ) HARARE — Prominent economics professor Gift Mugano has clarified his stance on government policy, announcing a move from neutral commentary and occasional criticism to a more constructive, evidence-based approach to public economic debate. In a publ

Residents in Tafara say a late-night police operation at a local bar left homes filled with teargas, children gasping for air and community members calling for accountability over heavy-handed policing ( image source ) HARARE — Residents of Tafara were left traumatised and struggling to breathe after a late-night police operation at Gurure Nite Sport Bar on Wednesday, witnesses said. The incident began at about 10pm when officers from the Zimbabwe Republic Police Support Unit

UN Women Deputy Executive Director Dr Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda will lead a high-level mission to Zimbabwe focused on sustaining gender equality gains, strengthening partnerships and mobilising support amid shifting donor priorities ( image source ) HARARE — United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and UN Women Deputy Executive Director Dr Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda is due in Zimbabwe on Monday for a high-level mission aimed at galvanising collective action to protect gains on g

Parents face soaring school uniform costs as some Zimbabwean schools enforce exclusive supplier rules ( image source ) HARARE — For thousands of parents enrolling Form One learners this week, the start of the 2026 school year has brought financial shock as compulsory uniform packages at some schools rival and, in some cases, exceed tuition fees. An investigation by this newspaper found a growing, largely unregulated practice in parts of the education system where schools comp

The CADAV Philanthropic Awards will spotlight Africa’s grassroots changemakers in 2026 ( image source ) HARARE — Philanthropy, when rooted in lived experience, can become a powerful engine for inclusive development. On March 28, 2026, that principle will take centre stage at the CADAV Philanthropic Awards, an annual platform dedicated to recognising individuals and institutions driving community-level transformation across Africa. Founded by Dr Lot Mudhimburanwa, the CADAV Aw

Proposed UK visa reforms extending settlement timelines have raised concern among Zimbabwean health workers ( image source ) HARARE — Proposed changes to Britain’s immigration rules have sparked alarm among thousands of Zimbabwean health and care workers who have migrated to the United Kingdom in recent years, with campaigners warning the reforms could deepen precarity and worsen staffing shortages in Britain’s overstretched care sector. Official Home Office data show Zimbabw

Mutapa Investment Fund chairperson Chipo Mtasa says the sovereign wealth fund has built strong governance and institutional foundations in its first year ( image source ) HARARE — Mutapa Investment Fund chairperson Chipo Mtasa says the sovereign wealth vehicle has established “strong institutional pillars” during its inaugural reporting period, prioritising governance, transparency and accountability to safeguard national assets. In the Fund’s 2024 Annual Report, Mtasa said t

Quality sleep is essential for physical, mental and emotional health Hope you had a good night’s sleep. If you didn’t, right now your face is probably tired and longish, eyes red, disoriented but, read on. This week we travel from the avocado plantations to unpack the subject of sleep and its importance. When it comes to resting the body and mind, there is no super human. I tend to agree with Ernest Hemingway when he said, “I love my sleep. My life has a tendency to fall apa

Harare has been ranked among the world’s safer cities in the latest Numbeo Crime Index ( image source ) HARARE — Zimbabwe’s capital has been ranked among the world’s safer cities in the latest Numbeo Crime Index, a positioning that officials say could bolster the city’s appeal to investors and tourists despite persistent governance challenges. Numbeo’s survey places Harare 67th out of 400 global cities, with an overall Crime Index of 60.7 and a Safety Index of 39.3. The index

The Mutapa Investment Fund has received a qualified audit opinion ( image source ) HARARE — The Mutapa Investment Fund (MIF) has been issued a qualified audit opinion by Grant Thornton, which flagged significant breaches of international accounting standards in the Fund’s first financial statements covering the period from 19 September 2023 to 31 December 2024. Grant Thornton said MIF failed to comply with IFRS 9 and IFRS 13 by not measuring investments at fair value on initi

The Mthwakazi Republic Party has condemned ethnically charged social media attacks on Warriors players Devine Lunga and Marvelous Nakamba following Zimbabwe’s Afcon exit ( image source ) The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has publicly condemned what it describes as ethnically charged attacks directed at Warriors players Devine Lunga and Marvelous Nakamba following Zimbabwe’s elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations after a 3–2 defeat to South Africa. The loss, which ended Z

Bulawayo City Council distributed over 225,000 male condoms in September and October 2025 while reaching more than 130,000 people through health education campaigns ( image source ) BULAWAYO — The Bulawayo City Council’s Health Promotion Unit reported the distribution of 225,820 male condoms across the city during September and October 2025, compared with 13,548 female condoms over the same period, according to the unit’s October report. Distribution data showed that 131,820

Walter Mzembi’s family has dismissed social media claims that the former minister died in custody ( image source ) HARARE — Family members and close associates of former Tourism and Foreign Affairs minister Walter Mzembi have dismissed social media reports claiming he died in detention, saying the former cabinet minister is alive but enduring difficult conditions in custody. A relative described the death reports as “malicious and irresponsible,” saying the rumours were circu

Zimbabwe’s push to unlock digital monetisation for content creators raises questions around financial reform, platform risk, data trust and the appropriate role of the state in the creator economy ( image source ) Government efforts to unlock digital monetisation opportunities for Zimbabwean content creators have entered the national policy arena, following a detailed public explanation by Information Ministry Permanent Secretary Nick Mangwana on the barriers preventing local