Police in Bindura have impounded six tipper trucks loaded with suspected illegally mined gold ore from Phoenix Prince Mine, in a major operation targeting syndicates accused of looting resources under Mining Lease 21. The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the seizure followed a coordinated operation by officers in Mashonaland Central, marking one of the most significant crackdowns on illegal mining in the area in recent months.

Seven suspected members of the Movement for Democratic Change – T (MDC-T) have been arrested and appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court for allegedly organising a protest against the controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3). The accused Clifton Zumba (27), Shingirai Chitauro (45), John Simon (53), Tonderai Cephas Makuyana (28), Decent Zaina (46), Jane Makovere (47), and Austin Name (52) appeared before Magistrate Ruth Moyo and were remanded in custody t

A major security crackdown along the Mutare River has forced illegal miners, including suspected foreign nationals, to flee into nearby mountainous areas, as authorities intensified efforts to curb environmental damage and unlawful gold extraction. The operation, led by the Provincial Joint Operations Command, brought together the Zimbabwe National Army, Zimbabwe Republic Police, and State Security agents. The coordinated raid targeted illegal alluvial gold mining sites blame

A traditional court in Manicaland has ordered a Mozambican healer to reverse an alleged curse placed on a young man, after a woman admitted she may have targeted the wrong person over a missing gold mill. The ruling was issued by Chief Mutasa following a dramatic confession by Stella Mwakasikeni, who told the court she had sought spiritual intervention after her mining equipment was stolen, only to later doubt the identity of the alleged culprit.

Tensions boiled over at the Methodist Revival Church (MRC) in Rusape last Sunday after two rival factions attempted to hold separate worship services in the same building, forcing police to intervene and suspend proceedings. The confrontation involved supporters loyal to MRC founder Phillip Mupindu and a breakaway faction led by Philemon Munyaradzi Chamburuka, whose leadership has been at the centre of a protracted dispute within the church.

NKAYI — The community of Nkayi Ward 19 is reeling in shock and grief following a harrowing incident on Thursday, April 16, that claimed the lives of a Grade 2 pupil and a young man in a local well-shaft. What began as a routine chore ended in catastrophe near Nkayi Primary School when a child was sent into a well to retrieve a fallen bucket, allegedly lured by the promise of sweets. The tragic sequence of events has sparked outrage and mourning across the district.

SHURUGWI — A 38-year-old Shurugwi man has been ordered to perform 140 hours of community service after a violent confrontation with a teacher at Gato Secondary School over the removal of an old school sign. The accused, Reason Magedi, appeared before Shurugwi Magistrate Sithabile Zungula this week. Magedi pleaded guilty to the charge of assault, leading to a conviction that highlights the growing concern over the safety of educators in rural school settings.

HARARE — The City of Harare has launched a crackdown on residents and business owners who are illegally occupying and damaging public road infrastructure, warning that offenders will face stiff penalties and direct charges to their municipal accounts. In a public notice issued this week, the local authority expressed deep concern over a rising trend of "infrastructure lawlessness." This includes the unauthorized storage of building materials, illegal excavations, and the cons

HARARE — Tensions in Zimbabwe's public health sector reached a boiling point yesterday, Tuesday, 14 April 2026, as nurses at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals staged a localized protest over "starvation wages" and deteriorating working conditions.

Following the accident, the Toyota Hilux was impounded and inspected by the Vehicle Examination Department (VED) in Eastlea to determine if mechanical failure played any role. The findings of that report are expected to be a focal point when the trial opens in May. If convicted of culpable homicide under the Road Traffic Act, the broadcaster could face a range of penalties, including a fine, a suspended prison sentence, or the cancellation of his driver’s license.

HARARE — In a coordinated early-morning sweep on Tuesday, April 14, the Harare Metropolitan Police removed over 100 individuals living on the streets of the Central Business District (CBD), transporting them to various state-run and registered care facilities.

HARARE — In a lecture that has sent shockwaves through geopolitical circles, Prof. Jiang Xueqin has doubled down on his controversial 2024 predictions, outlining a terminal decline for American influence in the Middle East. Speaking to a global audience this week, Jiang argued that the current US–Iran war is not merely a regional conflict, but the "Sicilian Expedition" of the American empire—a fatal overextension from which there is no recovery.

MASVINGO — A thick blanket of morning mist turned deadly today as a head-on collision at a notorious blackspot near the Mutimurefu Prison entrance claimed one life and left another passenger fighting for their life. The accident occurred at approximately 7:00 am, roughly 25km from Masvingo along the Masvingo–Mutare Highway, a stretch of road frequently cited for its poor visibility during the autumn and winter months.

HARARE — In a sobering revelation for global health, the 2023 Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study , published this week in The Lancet , has identified childhood cancer as the eighth-leading cause of death among children worldwide. Perhaps most alarming for the African continent is the finding that pediatric cancer now claims more lives than measles, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS combined. While high-income nations have seen a 27% decrease in mortality since 1990, the WHO Afric

HARARE — The legal profession in Zimbabwe has been struck by another blow to its reputation after Concellia Maheya, a Harare-based lawyer, was sentenced to an effective one-year prison term for theft of trust property involving a fraudulent land deal.

PENHALONGA — A 45-year-old man from Sadziwa Village in the Mutasa area tragically took his own life on Wednesday morning following a confrontation over a US$200 debt. The incident, which occurred at the Marune homestead, has once again cast a spotlight on the devastating impact of financial distress on mental health in rural communities. The deceased has been identified as Lovemore Mlamuli Sibanda.

HARARE — Prominent human rights lawyer Douglas Coltart has broken his silence regarding his nationality, categorically stating that he holds no foreign passport and is not entitled to British citizenship. The clarification comes amid a storm of political hostility following a violent encounter at a public hearing last week.

HARARE — Zimbabwe is grappling with a severe security staffing crisis, with Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Kazembe Kazembe revealing that the country requires an additional 36,000 police officers to reach internationally recommended policing standards. The shock statistics were disclosed during a high-stakes National Assembly question-and-answer session on Thursday, April 9, 2026. The Minister painted a picture of a thin blue line stretched to its breaking point,

BULAWAYO — Zimbabwe may have been bled of over US$400 million in potential revenue due to the export of undeclared caesium and tantalum prior to the recent government crackdown on raw mineral shipments. These high-value minerals were reportedly "piggybacking" on lithium concentrates, leaving the country unaccounted for and untaxed.

GWERU — In a decisive move to restore urban hygiene and curb the rising threat of waterborne diseases, the Gweru City Council has officially introduced a US$30 spot fine for public littering. The new penalty is part of a broader "war on litterbugs" aimed at transforming the Midlands capital into a cleaner, healthier environment. The local authority is demanding collective responsibility from residents, businesses, and visitors as it seeks to eliminate the illegal dumpsites th