HARARE — The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has launched a vigorous awareness campaign following a harrowing explosion involving a commuter omnibus, issuing an uncompromising warning to the public regarding the illegal transportation of explosives. In an official statement released today, April 21, 2026, the police force emphasized that the carriage of explosives in public transport or any civilian vehicle is not only illegal but also represents a catastrophic risk to human l

HURUNGWE — The community of Hurungwe is in mourning following the tragic death of Tinashe Tadzimigwa, 44, who succumbed to severe injuries sustained in a lion attack near the Zambezi escarpment last week. The incident, which has highlighted the growing dangers of human-wildlife conflict in the region, occurred on Wednesday, April 15, as Tadzimigwa was returning from illegal mining operations in the Mkanga area.

Walking around Harare town, it’s a Tsvubvu affair. There is an inviting scent from the dark black delicacy. Tsvubvu, or Smelly-Berry Fingerleaf or Umviyo, is a popular indigenous wild fruit in Zimbabwe. It is a sweet, black, ovoid fruit with a mealy pulp and a large seed, ripening from February to June on small trees. Tsvubvu is packed with nutritious vitamins. It is indeed a national pride.

HARARE – Zimbabwe has emerged as the leading destination for South African maize exports, accounting for more than half of last week’s shipments as regional grain trade continues to play a critical role in food security. According to the latest trade data, South Africa exported 36,174 tonnes of maize in the past week, with Zimbabwe taking approximately 51% of the total volume. Namibia followed at 13%, with the remainder distributed across other Southern African markets.

HARARE — Botswana’s President Duma Boko is set to arrive in Zimbabwe this Tuesday, April 21, for a high-stakes three-day State visit that is expected to recalibrate bilateral ties and accelerate shared economic agendas. The visit, undertaken at the invitation of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, will culminate in the 66th edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF).

VICTORIA FALLS — The historic Victoria Falls Bridge, a 120-year-old engineering marvel that has long served as a vital artery for regional trade, is set to undergo a major transition. President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia has announced that both Zambia and Zimbabwe will formally restrict heavy trucks and trains from using the bridge to protect its structural integrity.

HARARE – Zimbabwe’s flagship arts event, the Harare International Festival of the Arts (HIFA), is set to return in 2026 after an eight-year hiatus, marking a major revival for the country’s cultural and creative industries. Organisers confirmed that the festival will run from August 3 to 9, 2026, in Harare under the theme “Up”, symbolising renewal, growth, and a fresh chapter for one of Africa’s most celebrated arts platforms.

CHIREDZI — Tensions within the ruling Zanu PF party in Chiredzi West have taken a dangerous turn following a reported petrol-bomb attack on the home of the Ward 25D chairman, Elias Chinanga, on Thursday night. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through local political circles, is being linked by observers to the deepening factional rifts currently plaguing the party’s district structures.

MASVINGO – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested four suspected armed robbers believed to be behind a string of raids across Triangle, Chiredzi, and Mkwasine between January and mid-April 2026. Police identified the suspects as Collen Gweme (28), Probit Njanjure (24), Gift Chibharo (28), and Farai Tazivarose (59), also known as “Chitichi”.

RUSAPE – A 62-year-old apostolic sect evangelist from Makoni has been convicted of sexually abusing a pregnant 17-year-old congregant, in a case that has reignited concerns over abuse of authority within religious communities. The accused, Russia Muradzikwa, appeared before Rusape provincial magistrate Tendai Mahwe, facing a charge of having sexual intercourse with a young person.

MUSINA — A brazen attempt to smuggle a stolen luxury vehicle across the Limpopo River ended in a dramatic shootout on Friday, as South African security forces engaged a group of suspected carjackers near the Zimbabwean border. The high-speed pursuit, which involved both the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), resulted in the recovery of a grey Toyota Prado valued at approximately R700,000.

HARARE — Motorists breathed a collective sigh of relief late Friday as the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) announced an immediate reduction in pump prices for both diesel and petrol, marking the first tangible cooldown following the steep hikes earlier this month. The adjustment, effective immediately as of April 17, 2026, sees diesel drop to US$2.09 per litre (down from US$2.11) and petrol fall to US$2.08 per litre (a significant drop from US$2.23).

HARARE – Etihad Airways has announced plans to launch flights to Zimbabwe as part of a major African expansion, with Harare confirmed among six new destinations aimed at boosting global connectivity.

BULAWAYO – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed that 12 people died in the deadly kombi explosion along the Bulawayo–Beitbridge Road, as authorities begin identifying victims and investigating the cause of the blast. The incident occurred on April 16, 2026, at around 12:45PM near the 27-kilometre peg close to Esigodini, when a Toyota Quantum carrying passengers suddenly exploded.

HARARE – Seasoned human rights lawyer Bellinda Chinowawa has been appointed Executive Director of Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR), effective March 1, 2026. The appointment comes at a time when rights groups say Zimbabwe is facing mounting challenges around civic freedoms, governance, and access to justice.

HARARE — In a major relief for the private sector, the Government of Zimbabwe has officially extended the deadline for the mandatory re-registration of companies by two years. Businesses now have until April 20, 2028, to comply with the new digital registry requirements or face automatic de-registration. The extension, formalized through Statutory Instrument 76 of 2026, amends the previous deadline of April 20, 2026. The move follows months of mounting pressure from business

HARARE – Christopher Mutsvangwa has warned ambitious members of the ruling ZANU PF to be patient and wait until 2030, as internal tensions over succession continue to simmer.

HARARE — Zimbabwe is not standing still. That much is clear. The roads are busy. The bars are full. The WhatsApp groups never sleep. There is movement everywhere, economic, social, and political. Yet beneath that constant motion lies an uncomfortable question: are we moving forward, or just moving?

The initiative, part of the Presidential Housing Programme, is a strategic partnership between the Ministry of Local Government and property tycoon Philip Chiyangwa through his firm, Pinnacle Holdings. The project aims to provide secure, affordable land to civil servants, with a specific focus on security services, legislators, and parliamentary staff.

The incident, which occurred on Sunday, 12 April 2026, has sparked fresh allegations of systematic extortion, illegal mining, and the use of excessive force within Zimbabwe’s extractive sector. According to the Centre for Natural Resource Governance (CNRG), the victim was shot from behind while fleeing, suggesting he posed no immediate threat to the guards.