Villagers cry foul over new levy
While section 96 empowers councils to impose development-related levies, it distinguishes a land development levy from a development levy.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Jan 6, 2026
Guruve serial killer linked to 15 murder cases
The 31-year-old killer was remanded to January 19 by Harare magistrate Vakai Douglas Chikwekwe.
By Desmond Chingarande
Jan 6, 2026
Food security to improve in April/May: Fews Net
It said above-average rainfall between October 1 and December 15 in most areas facilitated engagement in land preparation and planting activities.
By Silas Nkala
Jan 6, 2026
Chimombe, Mpofu back in court
Chimombe and Mpofu were sentenced to 12 and 17 years in prison, respectively.
By Staff Reporter
Jan 6, 2026
Guruve serial killer remanded on hospital bed as court hears chilling details of alleged murder spree
Police say the accused was finally linked to the crimes after allegedly stabbing five relatives to death at Ona Farm on December 11, 2025, triggering an intensive nationwide manhunt.
By Desmond Chingarande
Jan 5, 2026
Latest report on Bulawayo dams means city still walking a tightrope
With the exception of Mtshabezi, none of the city’s dams is above the halfway mark, underscoring how uneven the rainy season has been.
By Alfonce Mbizwo
Jan 5, 2026
Four Zesa employees arrested over US$28k theft
FOUR Zesa employees based at the Karoi Depot have been arrested in connection with the alleged theft of electrical materials valued at more than US$28 000, police confirmed.
By Nunurai Jena
Jan 5, 2026
Rights under siege as violations persist
The 2025 ZHRC report comes amid a series of suspected State- sponsored attacks on civic space this year.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Jan 5, 2026
War in Zanu PF as bigwigs tussle over affiliates
The turmoil follows a resolution adopted at the Zanu PF annual conference in Mutare last year which directed that party affiliates be integrated into the ruling party’s structures.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Jan 5, 2026
The diaspora dividend: Zimbabwe’s unofficial state of survival
Socially and culturally, they fund schools, clinics and rural projects, preserve Zimbabwean identity in foreign lands, and inject fresh perspectives on democracy and justice through their youth.
By Wellington Muzengeza
Jan 5, 2026
Chimombe backs ED, dismisses political persecution claims
MC: Honestly, I thought my lawyers had done enough to secure an acquittal for me and even my friend
By Blessed Mhlanga
Jan 5, 2026
Guruve serial killer arrested after two-week manhunt
Anymore Zvitsa, the suspected Guruve serial killer, has been arrested after ta two-week manhunt
By Staff Reporter
Jan 3, 2026
Supreme Court grants US$2k bail to Italian-born businessman Marconati
Supreme Court grants US$2k bail to Italian-born businessman Marconati
By Staff Reporter
Jan 3, 2026
Zim, Zambia urge speedy rollout of Batoka, Kariba power projects
Makozo Chikote, Zambia’s Energy minister, who is also ZRA chairperson, said delays were undermining the full potential of the projects.
By Staff Reporter
Dec 31, 2025
Bulawayo police warn residents over holiday crime spike
Msebele said December 31 is often characterised by activities such as vehicle spinning, drifting and skidding in undesignated areas, which pose serious risks.
By Nizbert Moyo
Dec 31, 2025
Applause for new laws reserving key sectors for locals
The Zimbabwe Union of Drivers and Conductors (ZUDAC) also welcomed the development, saying foreign nationals had for years dominated the passenger transport sector.
By Staff Reporter
Dec 31, 2025
SA soldiers can 1 100 border jumpers on Christmas Day
Defence Intelligence Services assumed control of the matter for further processing. The 1 174 intercepted individuals were later handed over to South African Immigration Services.
By Problem Masau
Dec 31, 2025
RBZ says new ZiG notes ready for rollout
RBZ has reiterated its commitment to maintaining monetary discipline and safeguarding the value of the ZiG as part of broader efforts to sustain macro-economic stability.
By Staff Reporter
Dec 31, 2025
Municipality enforces dog tie-up order
The directive, issued through the Department of Health Services, is aimed at protecting residents from preventable harm.
By Nunurai Jena
Dec 31, 2025
Tafara community celebrates long-awaited public toilet renovation
“While we celebrate this achievement, we must also be mindful of the potential for vandalism and abuse.
By Tonderayi Matonho
Dec 31, 2025
Council fails to deliver Mayor’s Cheer Fund
Mayor Owen Charuza confirmed the delay, attributing it to what he described as a “failure of the system” within council.
By Nunurai Jena
Dec 31, 2025
Taxing for health: Tug-of-war over ring-fencing leaves Zimbos divided
“The government’s position is deeply disappointing,” laments Bernard Nkala, a respected healthcare economist.
By Tonderayi Matonho
Dec 31, 2025
Bus driver’s wedding ‘driven’ by artists, ‘refereed’ by radio DJs
Musical entertainment was taken to another level when Mark Ngwazi, the man behind the hit Taurai Madzoka, thrilled guests as celebrations progressed.
By Staff Reporter
Dec 31, 2025
100 perish in festive season accidents
Drivers accounted for 10 fatalities, while riders and cyclists recorded four and three deaths, respectively.
By Nunurai Jena
Dec 30, 2025
Rising road deaths irk ZHRC
Nyathi said a preliminary review of road traffic accidents recorded on major highways across the country during the festive season points to recurring and preventable causes.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Dec 30, 2025
Ngarava declared national hero
Brig Gen Ngarava, who was 66, died on December 25, 2025. Burial arrangements will be announced in due course.
By Nunurai Jena
Dec 30, 2025
Government pushes for health sector overhaul
Aspect Maunganidze said the renovations were intended to equip central and provincial hospitals with infrastructure suited to current and future healthcare needs.
By Staff Reporter
Dec 30, 2025
Africa’s digital awakening: How Gen Z is shattering analogue authoritarianism
Gen Z has detonated a new political grammar across Africa, rewriting the language of resistance with smartphones instead of rifles, hashtags instead of slogans, livestreams instead of leaflets.
By Wellington Muzengeza
Dec 30, 2025
