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Munhumutapa Challenge Cup Round of 16 fixtures confirmed

The Munhumutapa Challenge Cup Round of 16 fixtures have been confirmed following a draw held in Harare on Wednesday. In the men’s draw, only two ties will see Premier Soccer League sides face each other, with CAPS United drawn against Manica Diamonds, while Ngezi Platinum Stars will host Herentals. FC Platinum will face lower-league outfit […]

ALCOZ Holds Belated International Albinism Awareness Commemorations In Kwekwe

Staff Writer The Albino Charity Organisation of Zimbabwe (ALCOZ) held belated International Albinism Awareness Day commemorations at Jairos Jiri Centre in Kwekwe last Saturday. According to ALCOZ, The commemorations brought together persons with albinism, families, community members and stakeholders for a day focused on awareness, empowerment, protection and inclusion. Said ALCOZ in a statement :…

Stanbic Bank Launches Convenient Mobile Wallet Platform

Business Writer Leading financial services institution Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe has launched StanPay, a mobile wallet designed to provide accessible, affordable, and convenient transaction solutions to all Zimbabweans, especially those from traditionally marginalized backgrounds. StanPay is an innovative local remittance solution and digital financial services platform accessible to any individual in…

WCC Sends Solidarity Message Over Kariba Ferry Disaster

Staff Writer Following the Kariba Ferry Disaster,the World Council of Churches (WCC) has expressed solidarity with the Church and people of Zimbabwe, particularly families and communities affected by the tragic ferry disaster on Lake Kariba. In a letter addressed to the Zimbabwe Council of Churches, WCC General Secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay conveyed prayers […]

Nisha T eyes Mzansi Lounge

By Simbarashe Sithole Popular musician Nisha T is set to perform at Mzansi Lounge in Mvurwi this Saturday in what promises to be a major entertainment event for the small town. The show, which will mark Nisha T’s first performance at the Mvurwi entertainment venue, is being organised by events promoter Blessing Kamudyariwa, popularly known […]

Shot in the arm for Shurugwi vulnerable

River Valley chief executive Amb Smelly Dube Stephen Chadenga Vulnerable families in Shurugwi have received a major boost after receiving food hampers and school fees payment assistance from Gweru based land developer River Valley Group of Companies. The donations handed at Tongogara heroes acre during the recent Heroes Day celebrations targetted widows and school children. […]

Gweru launches ‘catch them young’ waste management campaign

Stephen Chadenga Gweru City Council has introduced a waste management campaign targeting school children as part of the Midlands capital’s vision of a smart city by 2030. Speaking at an ordinary council meeting this week mayor Martin Chivhoko said the initiative which targets primary and secondary school children has received support from both parents and […]

BEYOND TOBACCO: HOW DIVERSITY IS SECURING THE FUTURE OF FARMERS

By Chiyedzo Josiah Dimbo, Ambassador of Hope MACHEKE – The next agricultural earthquake will not come from a seedbed, but from a mindset. Every season, Zimbabwe’s rural economy holds its breath between one tobacco sale and the next. The numbers are unforgiving: many smallholder farmers face months of empty pockets after one golden harvest. For […]

Min Mhona Leads Site Visit of Charara-Kanyati Road in Kariba

Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister, Hon Adv F.T. Mhona, yesterday led a site visit to assess the Charara–Kanyati (Gache Gache) road link, which will shorten the distance between Kariba Urban and Kariba Rural, offering a land-based alternative to the boat service. Hon. Adv. Mhona said the visit follows guidance from His Excellency, President Dr. E.D. […]

Bulawayo man rapes ex-girlfriend

By Simbarashe Sithole A 35-YEAR-OLD Bulawayo man is in trouble after he threatened to stab his ex-girlfriend before raping her. Lameck Mguni appeared before magistrate Shingirai Mutiro facing a rape charge. The state alleged on August 10 at Ngoma village A3 hopefountation Mguni stormed the complainant’s yard and killed her door before pulling an okapi […]