Harare, Zimbabwe- The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has launched a high-stakes, nationwide operation targeting vehicles operating without registration plates and those illegally fitted with unauthorized emergency lighting and sirens. The crackdown, confirmed by Police Spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, is already underway across all provinces. The move follows a spike in crimes, including armed robberies and hit-and-run accidents, where perpetrators utilized plateless ve

HARARE — The High Court has ordered lawyer and opposition politician Fadzayi Mahere to pay US$33,000 in legal costs to Tino Machakaire, the Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, in a preliminary stage of their ongoing defamation dispute. The costs order follows a special plea Mahere filed in response to Machakaire’s defamation suit over comments she posted on X. In that application, Mahere argued the minister’s claim lacked a proper cause of acti

ACCRA – New citizens of Ghana took the oath of allegiance on Monday during a swearing-in ceremony held in Accra, marking another milestone in the country’s efforts to reconnect with the African diaspora. Once a central hub in the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, Ghana has increasingly positioned itself as a destination for people of African descent seeking to reclaim their heritage and establish deeper ties with the continent.

HARARE – Zimbabwe has spent more than US$140 million importing beauty, cosmetic and personal care products over the past five years, raising concerns within government about the growing pressure on the country’s foreign currency reserves.

A devastating incident at the Nyangane River has claimed the lives of a 23-year-old mother, her two-year-old daughter, and a family friend after their vehicle was swept away by a powerful current last Tuesday. The family, traveling from Beatrice in Seke to their rural home, attempted to cross the flooded bridge along the Mashava–Downlands Road around 4:00 PM.

The High Court of Zimbabwe sitting in Mutare has overturned the conviction of public prosecutor Timothy Tafadzwa Katsande, who had been found guilty of defeating or obstructing the course of justice. Katsande was previously convicted by the Magistrates’ Court following allegations that he had inserted a false statement into an agreed statement of facts in a criminal matter involving a minor. The case had drawn attention within legal circles due to questions surrounding prosec

Descendants of Zimbabwean freedom fighters executed during colonial rule have renewed calls for British institutions to help locate and return the remains of their ancestors taken to the United Kingdom more than a century ago. The descendants, linked to leaders of the First Chimurenga uprising against colonial rule in the 1890s, have formally asked the Natural History Museum and the University of Cambridge to collaborate in finding skulls believed to have been taken after the

A 43-year-old apostolic prophet from Chiweshe, Munyaradzi Chasi, has been remanded in custody after allegedly raping a congregant under the guise of performing a spiritual cleansing. Chasi appeared before Bindura Magistrate Charity Maunga on Monday to face formal rape charges.

At just 22 years old, Zanele Moyo is proving that beauty is about more than appearance it is about purpose, pride, and representing the place you call home. The Bulawayo-born model has emerged as one of the standout contestants in this year’s Miss Tourism Zimbabwe pageant, proudly carrying the spirit of Bulawayo onto the national stage. For Moyo, entering the competition has never been solely about winning the crown. Instead, she sees it as an opportunity to highlight the cul

The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) has officially announced March 27, 2026, as the final deadline for the registration of candidates for the November 2026 Ordinary (O) and Advanced (A) Level examinations. Taungana Ndoro, the Director of Communications and Advocacy for the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, emphasized that the registration window is firm and urged all stakeholders to avoid the last-minute rush.

A 35-year-old police officer, Bhekimpilo Ncube, has appeared in court facing a murder charge following a fatal incident involving a suspect who died while in his custody. Ncube, who was the officer-in-charge at Chikukwa Police Base, is accused of fatally injuring 34-year-old Godman Mtimba during an altercation. The case is being prosecuted by the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPA), which outlined the events that allegedly led to the suspect’s death.

Senior members of Mozambique’s ruling party, FRELIMO, last week met Zimbabwean traditional healer Sekuru Nyangatayani during his visit to Magoe District. During the meeting, Sekuru Nyangatayani held discussions with legislator Abudul Carlos Momade and councillor Neto Guidionr Faife. The leaders later extended an invitation for him to attend Mozambique’s national Independence Day celebrations scheduled for June 25 in Magoe.

The Zimbabwe government is considering introducing restrictions that could limit children under the age of 18 from accessing major social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok and Instagram.

HARARE – Cybercrime and mobile money fraud are emerging as growing threats in Zimbabwe’s rapidly expanding digital economy, prompting regulators to intensify public awareness campaigns and urge citizens to safeguard their personal information.

Zimbabwe’s rapidly expanding mining sector is driving a surge in demand for explosives and industrial chemicals, highlighting both new economic opportunities and significant gaps in the country’s domestic manufacturing capacity.

Unlike his father, Mojtaba Khamenei has spent much of his career away from the public spotlight, wielding influence largely behind the scenes. Over the years, he has been widely viewed by political observers as a powerful figure within Iran’s clerical and security establishment.

The United Arab Emirates has denied Israeli media reports claiming Abu Dhabi was responsible for an air strike on a desalination facility in Iran, as tensions continue to escalate in the Gulf region.

BEATRICE – Police have arrested two men in connection with a series of armed robberies that occurred in Beatrice earlier this month, while a third suspect remains on the run. The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the arrest of Conrad Moyo (22) and Milford Sidhakwa (24) following a police operation along the Harare–Masvingo highway. According to police, the suspects are believed to have carried out several robberies between March 5 and March 6, 2026, allegedly using torches,

Renowned for their strong flavor, medicinal properties (eugenol), and high value, they drove global trade, colonialism, and conflict, with the Dutch and Portuguese fighting for a monopoly in the 16th-17th centuries. The barbaric character of the Dutch is first witnessed during the scramble for precious cloves. To maintain high prices, the Dutch destroyed trees on islands they did not control, allowing production only on Ambon and Uliassers. By the early 1800s, the French succ

HARARE – The chairman of Alpha Media Holdings, Trevor Ncube, has acknowledged the company’s failure to pay staff salaries on time, describing the situation as a “broken trust” while announcing leadership changes and a renewed focus on digital media.