Zimbabwe

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:41:46 GMT
Amnesty International Voices Concern About Repression, Abuse in Zimbabwe
[VOA] Harare, Zimbabwe -- The annual report released Wednesday by Amnesty International paints a dismal picture of human rights repression and international rule-breaking worldwide, all in the midst of deepening global inequality and an escalating cl...

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:33:14 GMT
Prisca's Story - 'I Thought I Had Lost It All'
[UNFPA] Prisca,* a 22-year-old young woman who lives in Chiredzi Rural, Zambia, has faced a harrowing ordeal. One night, while asleep in a room with two toddlers, an unknown man broke into her family home. What followed was a terrifying struggle for ...

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:08:06 GMT
Amnesty International Report Exposes Dire Human Rights Situation in Zimbabwe
[263Chat] Amnesty International has declared a critical moment for international law, citing rampant violations by governments and corporate entities.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:08:06 GMT
CARE International Appeals for $35 Million to Avert Hunger Crisis in Zimbabwe
[263Chat] In the wake of the devastating El Nino-induced drought in Zimbabwe, CARE International has issued a plea for urgent assistance to help the 2.7 million people facing food insecurity in the country.

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:38:04 GMT
Starlink Applies for Zim Licence
[The Herald] THE Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) says the global satellite internet provider, Starlink, which is owned by American tycoon, Mr Elon Musk, has applied to operate in the country.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:23:37 GMT
Over 6,000 Arrested As Govt Ramps Up Drug and Substance Abuse Fight
[New Zimbabwe] The government has revealed that over 6 148 have been arrested in the past four months for supplying and using drugs and substances as it intensifies its response to the scourge.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:23:35 GMT
Legislators Grill RBZ Governor Mushayavanhu Over ZiG's Failure to Purchase Fuel
[New Zimbabwe] The Reserve Bank Governor (RBZ) John Mushayavanhu has said fuel pricing is being negotiated with suppliers and the outcome of the meetings will soon be made public.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:47:11 GMT
Zim Archaeologist Gets U.S.$2,6m Grant
[The Herald] Zimbabwean archaeologist Shadreck Chirikure, who is Edward Hall Professor of Archaeological Science at the University of Oxford, is among four outstanding research leaders awarded a major European Research Council grant which he will use...

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:39:15 GMT
Zimbabwe Authorities Troubled By Tumbling New Currency
[VOA] Mount Hampden, Zimbabwe -- Zimbabwean authorities responded swiftly to the recent decline in the new gold-backed currency by apprehending illicit moneychangers and closing the bank accounts of businesses accused of exclusively dealing in U.S. d...

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:23:38 GMT
Garry Mapanzure's Posthumous Track Tackles Societal Struggles, Hidden Pain
[New Zimbabwe] The music of Garry Mapanzure continues to resonate even after his tragic passing in a car accident last October.

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:06:44 GMT
Chipinge Herdsman Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Raping Two Cousins
[New Zimbabwe] A 52-year-old herdsman was sentenced to 20 years in prison by the Chipinge Magistrates Court on two counts of indecent assault and a single count of rape.

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:06:41 GMT
President Ruto to Be the Chief Guest At Zimbabwe International Trade Fair
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto is set to embark on a state visit to Zimbabwe this week.

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:06:47 GMT
Politically Immature Chamisa Should 'Herd Cattle' - Chiwenga
[New Zimbabwe] ZANU PF Deputy President Constantino Chiwenga has taken a dig at Nelson Chamisa describing the opposition leader as politically immature.

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:47:27 GMT
Arrested 'Money Changers' to Spend Two More Days Behind Bars, Bail Ruling Deferred
[New Zimbabwe] Suspected forex dealers arrested last week on allegations of contravening the Exchange Control Act will spend more days in jail after bail ruling was deferred.

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:29:27 GMT
Zim-Kenya Joint Commission Opens Ahead of President Ruto's Visit
[The Herald] The 4th Zimbabwe-Kenya Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation opened in Harare yesterday, offering an opportunity for the two countries to broaden their relationship for mutual benefit, Director for Africa in Kenya's Ministry of Forei...

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:29:24 GMT
Garbage Piles Up in Harare
[The Herald] Harare City Council is failing to maintain consistent and regular trash collection after the Government's "Operation Chenesa Harare" initiative ended.

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:29:21 GMT
Man Awarded U.S.$205k in Late Tsvangirai Breach of Contract Case
[The Herald] The close contact hired by the late MDC-T leader, Mr Morgan Tsvangirai, to facilitate coalition talks with prospective political allies before the 2013 election, has been awarded US$204 800 for breach of contract and damages for the assa...

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:58:11 GMT
Malawi Challenges USA and European Nations to Lift Sanctions On Zimbabwe
[Nyasa Times] Malawi has told the United States of America and European countries to lift sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe.

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:37:26 GMT
Zimbabwe Is Now a Family State - Says Chamisa Taking Aim At Mnangagwa 'Dynasty'
[New Zimbabwe] Opposition leader Nelson Chamisa says the political arena under President Emmerson Mnangagwa's rule has worsened and slipped the country into a one-party dictatorship.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:47:11 GMT
Zim's Digital Competence Can Match Developed Countries
[The Herald] Teachers' digital literacy level and use of ICT in the learning process in Zimbabwe's high schools has been rated as intermediate and comparable to some developed countries, a new study shows.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:47:07 GMT
Bus Firm Boss Loses U.S.$147 000
[The Herald] Transport tycoon Mr Leonard Mukumba allegedly lost US$147 000 after investing in a close friend's business.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:47:07 GMT
Prospect Lithium Zim Celebrates Milestones
[The Herald] Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe (PLZ) today celebrated its 2nd anniversary with a grand event highlighting the theme "Adapting and Thriving: Celebrating 2 Years of Growth and Resilience in the Lithium Industry".

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:47:06 GMT
348 Irrigation Schemes Transformed Into Business Units
[The Herald] The Government's drive to transform 460 irrigation schemes into viable business units is gaining momentum with 348 entities having already made the grade, thanks to the power of the Vision 2030 accelerator model.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:47:03 GMT
Zim Chamber of SMEs Lauds Govt On Zig Currency
[The Herald] The Zimbabwe Chamber of SMEs has hailed the Second Republic for introducing the ZiG structured currency, saying the landmark move is a tonic for accelerated economic growth as it will arrest inflationary pressures, restore savings and st...

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:06:44 GMT
Zimbabwe Rugby Union Face Criticism for Docking Junior Sables Allowances
[New Zimbabwe] ZIMBABWE Rugby Union is facing criticism from fans after it was revealed there will be no remuneration for the Junior Sables who are currently participating in the ongoing Barthes Trophy which the country is hosting.

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:37:28 GMT
El Nino-Linked Drought Threatens Maize Production in Zimbabwe
[New Zimbabwe] Mazowe district of Zimbabwe's Mashonaland Central province is struggling with prolonged severe drought, threatening the country's maize supply, and impacting business of its grain millers.

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:37:26 GMT
65 Illegal Forex Dealers Arrested, Set to Appear in Court
[New Zimbabwe] A CLAMPDOWN on illegal foreign exchange dealers operating on the streets of Harare has netted a total 65, who are set to appear in court this Monday, April 22, 2024.

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:37:25 GMT
Gospel Musician Ivy Kombo, Hubby in Futile Bid to Block 'Incriminating' Exhibits
[New Zimbabwe] Gospel musician Ivy Kombo and her husband, Admire Kasi's efforts to block tendering of exhibits in the matter they are accused of illegally acquiring conversion certificates to practice law in Zimbabwe failed last week after the court ...

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 13:08:49 GMT
China Writes Off Interest-Free Loans Given to Zimbabwe
[New Zimbabwe] China has written off an unspecified amount of Zimbabwe's interest-free loans and pledged to help the Southern African country find a way out of its debt crisis, even as activists warned of a permanent debt trap.

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 13:08:48 GMT
'Triple Spending' - Zimbabweans Bear Cost of Changing to New Zig Currency
[New Zimbabwe] Local businesses, transport and even government services are rejecting old notes despite the unavailability of new ZiG bills until the end of the month.

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