Mnangagwa 2030 plot in sinister twist
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 By Miriam Mangwaya | Mar. 15, 2026
A key provision of the bill seeks to extend presidential and parliamentary terms by an additional two years, pushing the next transition from 2028 to 2030.

Harare fires top manager over illegal promotions

 Harare fires top manager over illegal promotions
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Self-proclaimed prophet rapes minor

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Business

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By Tim Middleton Mar. 16, 2026
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 TikTok planning 2 more data centers in Europe amid data security concerns
Chinese social media company TikTok plans to open two more data centers in Europe, a senior executive said on Friday.
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Religion

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Referees urged to embrace fairness, competence, integrity
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Commenting on his appointment, Ndlovu said he was deeply honoured to assume the role at such a transformative moment in the company’s journey. 
By Mthandazo Nyoni 17h ago
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Destinations covered in the programme include Harare, Victoria Falls, Kariba, Bulawayo, Nyanga and Masvingo. 
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A Bulawayo woman has appeared in court after allegedly killing her 40-year-old husband during a dispute over a missing SIM card. 
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