When streets become drug havens: Why Zim must confront the mutoriro menace
Drug and substance abuse refers to the harmful or excessive use of substances that affect the mind and body, including alcohol, illegal drugs, and misused chemicals.
By Mitchel Zvingowaniseyi
Mar. 17, 2026
Bulawayo battles drug menace
“I’m not really sure of the illegal substances that he is consuming, but when he comes home he shouts at me. Sometimes he is good, and sometimes he is not,” she said.
By Patricia Sibanda and Nizbert Moyo
Mar. 12, 2026
Man in trouble for urinating at neighbour’s doorstep
The court heard that on February 22, the accused violated a peace order prohibiting him from verbally abusing or disturbing the peace of his neighbour, Orpheus Sibanda.
By Nokuxola Mbangeni
Mar. 7, 2026
Zacc officials arraigned for extortion
The pair is accused of abusing their positions as public officers in a case that has sparked debate over accountability within anti-corruption institutions.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 26, 2026
Benza fights drug abuse in his constituency through sport
"The future of Mutasa Central is looking brighter than ever, with foundations being laid that will benefit generations to come," said ward 19 villager Tendai Nyahuma.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Feb. 22, 2026
Giant Tagarisa uses music to champion fight against drugs, child marriages
He attributes his firm stance against child marriages and substance abuse to his church background and his long musical journey, which began in 1986.
By Style Reporter
Feb. 4, 2026
Drug abuse in Zimbabwe is destroying a generation
Zimbabwe’s unemployment crisis lies at the centre of this catastrophe.
By Newton Tapiwa Mpofu
Jan. 11, 2026
Government ignores concerns over human rights abuses in Russia’s Alabuga
Zimbabwe was represented at the conference by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Amon Murwira.
By Staff Reporter
Dec. 21, 2025
Confronting escalating crisis of drug and substance abuse among young people
Young people represent the backbone of any nation’s future. They are the custodians of tomorrow’s leadership, innovation, and productivity.
By Clever Marisa
Dec. 21, 2025
