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Stalled Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road project gets funding

The minister revealed a startling fiscal reality. His ministry was allocated the equivalent of only US$150 million for road projects across the entire country for the current year.

By Staff Reporter Aug. 2, 2026

Stalled Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road project gets funding

Yadah cry foul over Munhumutapa Cup draw

Alikoko believes the situation could have been avoided had the league adopted a different format from the outset.

By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda Jun. 2, 2026

Yadah cry foul over Munhumutapa Cup draw

Agric shows shift towards business hubs

The AGM elected a new executive committee and adopted a raft of resolutions aimed at repositioning show societies within the country’s development agenda.

By Sharon Sibindi May. 5, 2026

Baba Gweru stands with Baba Harare

Known for his spellbinding and catchy songs, Baba Gweru emphasised that he is not in competition with Baba Harare, despite the pair often being compared.

By Alfred Tembo Sep. 14, 2025

Stocks advance as investor sentiment remains divided

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe remained the most actively traded counter, contributed ZiG488 million to the total, followed by Delta Corporation at ZiG153 million.

By Mthandazo Nyoni Sep. 12, 2025

Stocks advance as investor sentiment remains divided

Making the most of the August holiday: Tips for Zim families

Whatever you choose to do, make the most of the August holiday and create memories that will last a lifetime.

By Elizabeth “bessie” Masiya Aug. 9, 2025

Making the most of the August holiday: Tips for Zim families

From sacrifice to silence — Can Zim's true war heroes stand up?

Once again, 45 years on, we celebrate our heroes. In my soliloquy, I could not fathom what exactly we are celebrating about them

By Farisai Kapepa Aug. 8, 2025

From sacrifice to silence — Can Zim's true war heroes stand up?

Govt changes holiday lesson dates

THE government has brought forward the August holiday lesson dates by a week, beginning August 8, but urged school authorities to respect the national holidays.

By Sharon Zebra Aug. 6, 2025