Death by tradition: How Zim’s rural folk shun modern medicine

IN rural Guruve, a deadly mix of tradition and misinformation is costing lives with no signs of solutions yet it’s eating away the potential future from teenagers that anchor growth. 
By Nhau Mangirazi Apr. 18, 2026

Padenga’s golden pivot: margin expansion, US$1bn valuation underline FY2025 performance

PADENGA’s full-year results for the period ending December 31, 2025, underscore a company that has undergone a strategic transformation
By Kudakwashe Taimo Apr. 17, 2026

A trail of terror: The Guruve serial killer and the stolen dignity of our sisters

The capture of Anymore Zvitsva has finally brought a semblance of peace to the terrorised hills of Guruve, but for the women of Zimbabwe, the nightmare is far from being over.
By Joyline Chiedza Basira Mar. 31, 2026

State adds fresh murder charges on Guruve serial killer

ANYMORE Zvitsva, the suspected Guruve serial killer, yesterday appeared before Harare magistrate Ruth Moyo after the State added five fresh charges of murder and rape, taking the total to 17.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Jan. 20, 2026
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Guruve murders: Thick cloud of fear, mistrust still hangs

When NewsDay Weekender visited the community, it was greeted with suspicion.
By Miriam Mangwaya and Evans Mathanda Jan. 17, 2026

When a flying machine stole the glamour amid tears and grief

Many used to see it flying and could not make head or tail, but this time, it landed on their soil.
By Emison Haripindi Jan. 10, 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

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

Arrested Guruve serial killer shot

Paul Nyathi, the police spokesperson, confirmed the arrest in a brief statement last night. 
By Staff Reporter Jan. 4, 2026