Melinda Kusemachibi

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Breast cancer scourge: When religion seems futile

“I was diagnosed with cancer in December 2020 on my right breast, but the lump was there since 2019,” Moyo said.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Oct. 9, 2022

Sky is the limit for Kadoma art prodigy

When art carries a message and is understood by an audience, it naturally becomes valuable.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Jan. 15, 2023

Odyssey promises fireworks, hosts Koffi Olomide

The popular spot’s events manager Kudzai Chipengo promised revellers in Kadoma and surrounding areas fireworks, come April.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Jan. 15, 2023

Zim Ninja conducts key Ninjutsu Martial Arts grading

The Zimbabwe Bujinkan Ninjutsu is under the authority and guidance of the European grandmaster Dai Shihan Lazarevic Predrag.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Jul. 4, 2023

Rimuka suburb sitting on health time bomb

According to the Health ministry, the country had recorded 3 368 suspected cholera cases and 61 suspected deaths as of July 21 from 38 districts.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Jul. 23, 2023

Kadoma’s small-scale miners turn to child labour

Children as young as 15 years are working in the gold mines where they are abused and initiated into violent activities.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Aug. 20, 2023

LGBTQ+ people experience health disparities

Zimbabwe has one of the worst LGBTQ+ rights records on the African continent.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Sep. 24, 2023

Kadoma mayor pledges quality service delivery

Ruzario of the Citizens Coalition for Change and ward 15 councillor was sworn into office last Tuesday.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Sep. 24, 2023

Kadoma warns against unregistered food vendors

Kadoma Municipality health director Daniel Chirundu confirmed to The Standard on Friday that a case was recorded in the town last week.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Oct. 8, 2023

News in Depth: Zimbabwe’s mining safety compliance under spotlight after mine disasters

The recent mine disaster at Bay Horse Mine in Chegutu has raised concern about artisanal miners and small-scale miners’ safety compliance in the country.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Oct. 15, 2023

Crumbled paths: Tale of neglected Sanyati-Kadoma Road

The crater-like potholes on the lunar surface force drivers to swerve dangerously to avoid damaging their vehicles, leading to high risks of road traffic accidents.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Nov. 29, 2023

Witch hunters wreak havoc in Mhondoro-Ngezi

In Zimbabwe, it is a punishable offence to employ a witch hunter under the Witchcraft Suppression Act Chapter 9:19.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Jan. 7, 2024

Council workers, officials clash

The letter was also copied to the Zimbabwe Urban Council Workers' Union and Zimbabwe Federation of Trade Union.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Jan. 7, 2024

Kadoma residents fume over waste

Kadoma Progressive Residents Association chairperson, George Goliati said the city council had two refuse compactors which are inadequate to service the city.
By Melinda Kusemachibi Jan. 11, 2024