A school principal in Nyanga narrowly avoided imprisonment after the Nyanga Magistrates’ Court opted to issue a warning and caution before releasing him following his apprehension for physically reprimanding a student. Simon Kwakurai (42), the principal of Sanhai Primary School, admitted to the charge of assault. The incident occurred on May 22, 2023, when a […]
Teacher Jailed for Impersonating Students in Exams
A Hwange magistrate has sentenced a local teacher to one year in jail for taking public exams in November on behalf of three students. Mkululi Moyo, 48, will serve eight months, with four months suspended for good behavior. During the trial, it emerged that Moyo collaborated with an invigilator, Mark Bhebhe, who is currently at […]
Wicknell Chivayo Gifts Jah Master a Mercedes Benz C200
In a gesture that seems to solidify his reputation as a generous benefactor, Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has once again captured headlines with his latest act of generosity. This time, the recipient of his lavish gift is none other than the talented musician, Jah Master, who has been gifted a Mercedes Benz C200. Chivayo took […]
Zimbabwe Introduces Long-Acting Cabotegravir HIV Prevention Drug, Celebrates First Recipient
Zimbabwe has initiated the administration of the long-acting cabotegravir (CAB-LA) HIV prevention drug, marking a potential shift from daily pills to a more convenient injection given once every two months. The first injection was administered to a woman at the New Start Centre in Harare on April 10, signifying a milestone in HIV prevention efforts. […]
Women from Sect Face Trafficking Charges
Two women associated with a religious group led by Ishmael Chokurongerwa faced legal action on Thursday due to allegations of trafficking. The individuals, Danai Tigere, aged 56, and Veronica Chitanda, aged 40, were apprehended for sheltering nine females suspected to be significant witnesses in a recent case resulting in their leader’s incarceration. Appearing before Harare […]
Bulawayo Man Sentenced for Bestiality after Caught Assaulting Donkey
A recent incident involved Kimpton Sibanda (40), who was apprehended two weeks ago while sexually assaulting a donkey in a cattle kraal at Bilas Farm, Bulawayo, where he is employed. Following his arrest, Sibanda faced charges of bestiality and subsequently appeared in court. He admitted guilt and was convicted. In an announcement on Wednesday, the […]
Zimbabwe’s New Gold-Backed Currency Faces Hurdles in Fuel Purchases
The Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), heralded as a pivotal move to stabilize the volatile domestic currency, still falls short in its utility for purchasing fuel at service stations, according to a statement released by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ). Announced by central bank governor John Mushayavanhu on Friday, the new gold-backed ZiG commenced trading on […]
President Mnangagwa Declares: No Third Term Bid Amid Constitutional Adherence
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has announced his decision not to seek a third term in office, adhering to the provisions of the Zimbabwean Constitution. Mnangagwa, who is currently in his second and final term, had been presented with the prospect of another term by the ruling Zanu PF, with the slogan “2030 VaMnangagwa vanenge vachipo” gaining […]
Harare Vendors Shun Bond Notes as New ZiG Dollar Takes Center Stage
Despite Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor John Mushayavanu’s announcement that the old notes would cease to be legal tender by the end of April, vendors in Harare have ceased accepting bond notes following the introduction of the new currency, Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG dollar). Mushayavanhu launched Zimbabwe’s new gold-backed currency on Friday in response to […]
Chinhoyi Mayor Escapes Serious Injury in Road Accident
Chinhoyi Mayor Owen Charuza and his driver narrowly escaped a severe road traffic incident near the Mapinga escarpment on Monday morning while heading to Harare for council business. The council-owned Nissan Hardbody they were traveling in sustained significant damage when it was struck from behind by a haulage truck while yielding to a vehicle ahead. […]