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Navigating the Winter Fog: Tips for Safe Driving
By Priviledge Zviregei As the winter weather brings more frequent periods of thick fog, it’s especially important for drivers to take extra precautions on the roads. Reduced visibility due to fog, combined with potential ice and snow, can greatly increase the risk of accidents. Here are some tips to help you drive safely when visibility is limited during the winter:…
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Ruwa Local Board Fined $51,000 for Discharging Raw Sewage into River
The Environmental Management Agency (EMA) has fined the Ruwa Local Board $51,000 for the repeated discharge of raw effluent into the Ruwa River. This fine comes after the local authority was issued several non-compliance tickets by EMA for the illegal dumping of untreated sewage into the river. According to the latest report from the Auditor General’s office, the Ruwa Local…
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Army Commander Calls for Resolute, Patriotic Service
The Commander of the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA), Lieutenant-General Anselem Sanyatwe, has urged the country’s uniformed forces to remain resolute, patriotic and loyal in carrying out their constitutional mandate of defending Zimbabwe’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Lt-Gen. Sanyatwe was presiding over the command exchange ceremony between Colonels Andrew Kabaira and Richard Mapanda at the Charles Gumbo Barracks in Harare last…
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Zim Targets English Teacher Jobs in South Korea
The government is in negotiations with South Korea to have the East Asian country classify Zimbabwe as an English-speaking nation, a move that could open up new job opportunities for local English language teachers. According to Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister, Dr. Fredrick Shava, the push to have South Korea recognize Zimbabwe’s official language status is part of efforts…
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Mpilo and UBH Hospitals Receive Major Solar Power Boost
In a significant development for the healthcare sector, Mpilo Central Hospital and United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) have received new 350-kilowatt solar power systems from the Government of Zimbabwe. This project, funded by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Care, marks a major stride in improving the reliability and sustainability of Zimbabwe’s…
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Iran’s Former President Ahmadinejad Registers for June 28 Election
Iran’s hard-line former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad registered Sunday as a candidate for the country’s upcoming presidential election, set to be held on June 28. Ahmadinejad’s decision to run again puts pressure on Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with whom the populist former leader had a contentious relationship during his time in office from 2005 to 2013. Khamenei had previously warned…
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Neville Mutsvangwa Granted $1000 Bail
Harare businessman Neville Mutsvangwa and his two co-accused have been granted $1000 bail each by the High Court, pending their trial on charges of illegal foreign currency dealings. Mutsvangwa is also facing an additional charge of possession of an unlicensed Starlink router. The three had initially been denied bail by a Harare magistrate, Mr. Denis Mangosi, who cited concerns that…
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Sengezo Tshabangu Appointed as New Leader of the Opposition in Parliament
In a significant political development, Matabeleland North Province Senator Sengezo Tshabangu has been appointed as the new Leader of the Opposition in Parliament. The announcement was made earlier today by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Advocate Jacob Mudenda, in the National Assembly. Tshabangu’s assumption of this crucial role means he will serve as the point person for the Government…
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Community Newspapers’ Association of Zimbabwe Condemns Alleged ZEC Tender Scandal
The Community Newspapers’ Association of Zimbabwe (CNAZ) executive committee has expressed grave concern over reports of an alleged corrupt US$40 million tender awarded by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) to ex-convict businessman Wicknell Chivhayo. In a strongly worded statement, the CNAZ said it “unequivocally condemns corruption and the abuse of national resources for personal gain of a few individuals at…
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South Africa in for Historic Election: ANC’s Reign in the Balance Amid Coalition Speculation
Polling stations commenced operations at 7 am (05:00 GMT) and will close at 9 pm (19:00 GMT) for the national and provincial elections in South Africa, potentially marking a significant moment in the African National Congress’s (ANC’s) three-decade reign. With a record-breaking seventy parties participating, the prospect of a coalition government emerges, marking a departure from the single-party dominance post-apartheid. Anticipation…
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