HARARE — After years of boardroom skirmishes, vanishing figures, and the infamous “Calculator Crisis,” the artists have finally moved from the studio to the courtroom. In a massive victory for transparency, the power of the quorum has officially overridden the power of the gatekeepers.

Veteran sungura musician Alick Macheso has shared a striking account of his early life, revealing that long before sold-out shows and chart-topping albums, he survived by hunting and selling mice in Dzivaresekwa, Harare. The revelation adds a human chapter to the story of one of Zimbabwe’s most enduring cultural icons—and underscores the grit behind his rise.

The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion has rejected a recommendation by Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) for the State to assume legacy debts owed by the Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ), warning that such a move would strain the national budget and undermine funding for essential public services.

Founded in 2019, Pedros has expanded rapidly and now operates more than 210 stores across South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, and Kenya. The brand is entering the Zimbabwean market through a strategic partnership with Canary Wharf Zimbabwe (CWZ).

Sources close to the club say Bosso are finalising plans for a short camp outside Zimbabwe as part of preparations for the 2026 campaign. While an earlier proposal had identified Malawi as the preferred destination, Botswana has since emerged as the likely venue pending completion of travel and regulatory paperwork.

Semono confirmed that the Local Criminal Record Centre of SAPS was called in to process the firearm and take over the investigation.

The 2026 edition marks the first time the school is hosting the event on such a broad national scale, reflecting growing interest in French language education in Zimbabwe.

In last week’s column, "The Innovation Hub Harvest," we explored how you can utilize high-end university gear to move your production from "bedroom quality" to "global standards." We’ve covered the paperwork, the global digital passports, and the funding tricks.

ZimStat data show 73% of households in Binga have no toilets, and education ministry figures indicate thousands of pupils drop out or attend irregularly because of hunger and distance to schools. Yet council funds have been channelled into the high‑end residence while basic services remain underfunded. Neither Muzamba nor the council responded to repeated requests for comment.

ASHGABAT, February 24 — Turkmenistan and Zimbabwe have signed a Protocol on bilateral political consultations between their respective Foreign Ministries, marking a significant step in strengthening diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

The Dzimbahwe Institute of Heritage and Culture has formally petitioned the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) and the National Arts Merit Awards (Nama) secretariat to introduce a standalone traditional music category, arguing that the move is critical to safeguarding Zimbabwe’s indigenous artistic heritage. The petition comes ahead of the 24th NAMA awards ceremony scheduled for Saturday at the Harare International Conference Centre, one of the country’s premier event v

HARARE — A 21‑year‑old man from Mufakose was sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment at Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison after a Harare magistrate found him guilty of raping a two‑year‑old child.

BULAWAYO — President Emmerson Mnangagwa said on Friday that Zimbabwe will move beyond supplying raw minerals and accelerate local beneficiation and processing to spur industrialisation and economic growth. Speaking at an annual exporters’ conference in Bulawayo, the President urged exporters to develop value‑added products and build global brands rooted in Zimbabwe’s natural resources and skills base.

VICTORIA FALLS — The SADC Sustainable Energy Week opened on Monday in Zimbabwe’s resort city of Victoria Falls, bringing together regional institutions, government agencies, private sector players, academia, and development partners to accelerate renewable energy deployment and energy‑efficiency measures across southern Africa.

HARARE — Zimbabwe has formally discontinued talks with the United States over a proposed $350 million memorandum of understanding (MoU) on health funding after President Emmerson Mnangagwa directed his government to stop negotiations, government officials say.

KHARTOUM/ENTEBBE — Sudan’s Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned Uganda for hosting Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, commander of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), after a meeting with President Yoweri Museveni in Entebbe that marked Dagalo’s first public appearance since September. Khartoum described the reception as an “insult to humanity” and accused Uganda of minimising or enabling atrocities attributed to the RSF.

Harare’s Willovale Road was officially reopened on February 23, 2026, following extensive rehabilitation works that have brought long-awaited relief to commuters, businesses, and residents in the capital.

MUMBAI — Shimron Hetmyer produced a blistering 85 off 34 balls as West Indies opened the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage with a commanding 107‑run victory over Zimbabwe at the Wankhede Stadium.

ALEXANDRA MAGISTRATE’S COURT — Late former president Robert Mugabe’s son, Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, will remain in custody for another week after his attempted murder case was postponed on Monday to allow for a formal bail application.

JERUSALEM — Israel has informed the United States that it will not provide financial contributions to the Board of Peace’s Gaza reconstruction efforts, Security Cabinet Minister Zeev Elkin confirmed Friday. The declaration marks a clear divergence between Tel Aviv and the international coalition assembled by President Donald Trump to rebuild the war‑ravaged enclave.