Finding ‘solace’ in comedy over governance
While government agencies struggle to gain traction on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, local comedians command audiences that rival the populations of major cities.
By Evans Mathanda
Feb. 28, 2026
Uncle jailed 20 years for rape
On August 21, 2025, at around 1pm, the victim returned to her residence from a nearby business centre and encouraged the offender tending to a fire.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 26, 2026
Matobo farmers reap big in small grains
The shift from maize to small grains such as sorghum, millet and rapoko is proving transformative for farmers in this drought-prone region.
By Silas Nkala
Feb. 23, 2026
Drama unfolds in Magaya rape trial
It has also emerged that the State has been preventing her from seeing her family lawyer, while police reportedly tracked the legal representative over unverified claims.
By Desmond Chingarande
Feb. 17, 2026
Murape slams Zifa over exorbitant academy registration fees
DYNAMOS FC legend Murape Murape has publicly challenged the Zimbabwe Football Association (Zifa) over its current fee structure for football academies.
By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda
Feb. 17, 2026
Cattle deaths: Govt seeks Belarus support
Marapira said protecting the national herd was a priority after the successful implementation of the Zimbabwe-Belarus mechanisation programme.
By Tatenda Kunaka
Feb. 13, 2026
Man jailed 18 years for raping and impregnating stepdaughter
According to the prosecutor, Cecilia Mashingaidze, sometime in August last year, the convict approached the minor and demanded to have sex with her.
By Trevor Mutsvairo
Feb. 11, 2026
Gwanda man jailed 15 years for rape
According to the prosecution, the offence occurred on November 7, 2025, at around 5:30pm, when the victim was at her homestead with her younger brother.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 4, 2026
Girl (14) raped, murdered; cousin (9) murdered for being witness
In a statement on Thursday, national police spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi cautioned against letting children move around alone, particularly in secluded areas.
By Sharon Zebra
Jan. 31, 2026
