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Zambia Sentences 22 Chinese Nationals for Multinational Cyber fraud
A Zambian court has sentenced 22 Chinese nationals to long prison terms for cybercrimes that included internet fraud and online scams targeting Zambians as well as people from Singapore, Peru, and the United Arab Emirates. On Friday, the Magistrates Court in the capital Lusaka handed down sentences ranging from 7 to 11 years to the Chinese nationals. The court also…
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Eight Students hospitalized After food poisoning
Eight learners from Matoranhembe Primary School in Murombedzi, Zvimba District, were rushed to the hospital last Friday after falling ill with suspected food poisoning. The students fell ill after consuming rice and soup from a lunch box brought by a fellow classmate, and subsequently began vomiting. According to National Police Spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi, investigations are currently underway to determine…
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Government Translocates 84 Buffaloes to Contain Foot and Mouth Disease
In a strategic move to minimize the risk of foot and mouth disease and human-wildlife conflict, the government has translocated a herd of 84 buffaloes from Eaglemont Range to Nuanetsi Conservancy. The buffaloes, which are reservoirs of the foot and mouth virus, had previously been roaming in the communities surrounding Eaglemont Conservancy in Chiredzi District, Masvingo Province. With no proper…
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Zimbabwe’s ‘Warriors’ Aim to Slay Bafana Bafana in World Cup Qualifier
Zimbabwe’s senior men’s soccer team is gearing up for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C qualifier against South Africa tomorrow at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontoin. The Warriors, who currently sit at the bottom of the 6-team group, will be looking to bounce back from their shock 2-0 defeat to surprise group leaders Lesotho last Friday. Coach…
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Bulawayo Church Leads March to Combat Drug Abuse Epidemic
The St Mary’s Cathedral Minor Basilica in Bulawayo has taken a stand against the alarming rates of drug and substance abuse plaguing the city, organizing a march sponsored by ZB Bank to raise awareness on this growing crisis. The march, held under the theme “Journeying together towards a free generation”, was prompted by concerns over the overwhelming number of drug…
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Can eating chili peppers actually increase obesity risk?
For years, the spicy compounds in chili peppers have been touted as a secret weapon for revving up metabolism and shedding extra pounds. But a growing body of research is now challenging that notion, suggesting that regularly consuming chili-infused foods may actually increase the risk of unwanted weight gain. The purported fat-burning benefits of capsaicin and other active ingredients in…
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Teachers Required to Master Three Local Languages
A Cabinet Minister has reaffirmed that the government’s policy requiring teachers to learn three local languages besides their mother tongue remains in effect. The policy, introduced in 2018, aims to improve student competency in languages spoken in their deployment regions across Zimbabwe. Professor Amon Murwira, the Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development, confirmed the existing…
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VP Chiwenga Leads Zimbabwe’s Participation at Dushanbe Water Action Decade Conference
Vice President Dr. Constantino Chiwenga has arrived in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, where he will lead Zimbabwe’s delegation at the third Dushanbe Water Action Decade Conference starting tomorrow. VP Chiwenga is accompanied by his wife Colonel Miniyothabo Chiwenga, Deputy Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development Vangelis Haritatos, and other senior government officials. He was received upon arrival by Tajikistan…
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Somvubu High School Shines at Orap Zenzele Isuzu Cup Tournament
In a remarkable showcase of rural talent, Somvubu High School, based in Bubi District, Matabeleland North, made a stellar performance at the Orap Zenzele Isuzu Cup Tournament held at Gifford High School on Saturday. The school’s girls’ team emerged victorious, beating Siyoka of Beitbridge 1-0 in the final. The boys’ team, on the other hand, lost 4-2 on penalties to…
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Tobacco Conference Set to Kick Off Tomorrow
The Business Weekly Tobacco Conference is set to commence tomorrow, June 7, 2024, at the Rainbow Towers Hotel, featuring a diverse lineup of speakers who will address key issues facing the tobacco industry. The conference will be headlined by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, who will serve as the guest speaker.…
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