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RBZ Injects US$190 Million to Stabilize Currency
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has injected US$190 million into the foreign exchange market since the introduction of its new bullion-backed currency, known as the ZiG to stabilize the economy and meet rising demand for foreign currency, . This move comes as the country grapples with the challenges of reduced dollarization and economic volatility. Persistence Gwanyanya, a member of…
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Street Kids in Harare Become a Growing Concern for Public Safety
The streets of Harare, once bustling with life and commerce, are increasingly marked by fear as the behavior of street kids evolves into a significant public safety threat. Reports of theft and aggression linked to these vulnerable children are alarming residents and prompting urgent calls for action. In recent weeks, incidents of street kids snatching wigs, food, and personal belongings…
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Justice Chigumba Escapes Unharmed in Crash
In a fortunate turn of events, Justice Priscilla Chigumba, chairperson of the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC), emerged unscathed from a serious road traffic accident on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred near Mapinga along the busy Harare-Chirundu Highway when a haulage tanker collided with her Toyota Landcruiser Prado, which was traveling from Chinhoyi. The accident involved three other vehicles, but thankfully,…
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Innscor Win Remains a Myth Until the GMOs Case is Proven: Mupambi
As Zimbabwe grapples with rising cases of diseases like cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure—conditions that were once rare—news broke of Innscor’s legal victory against human rights activist Rutendo Matinyarare. Initially, this might have seemed like good news, a moment for celebration. However, the reality is far less reassuring. Innscor’s win effectively silences Matinyarare but does not address the pressing…
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ZETDC Announces Prepaid Meter Migration for Commercial Sectors
The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC) is facing a staggering debt of over ZiG5.7 billion, prompting the utility to implement prepaid meters for medium and large-scale customers, including those in the manufacturing sector. This measure aims to enhance revenue collection and alleviate the financial strain on the power utility. Recent figures from Zesa indicate that industry, commerce, and…
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Innscor Africa Wins Legal Battle Against Rutendo Matinyarare
The South African High Court has ordered social media activist Rutendo Matinyarare to cease posting defamatory statements about Innscor Africa and its founder, Mr. Zinona “Zed” Koudounaris. The court emphasized that no financial compensation could remedy the long-term reputational damage that Matinyarare’s actions have inflicted on the agro-industrial firm if he is not restrained. The ruling follows a legal battle…
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High Court Against Sale Rural Land
High Court has declared that Rural District Councils lack the authority to sell communal land, nullifying a controversial sale between the Buhera Rural District Council and Munda Family Trust. This decision comes amid ongoing warnings from the government to village heads regarding the unauthorized allocation and sale of State land in peri-urban areas. The case centered around a 40-hectare plot…
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Learnmore Jonasi Advances to Semifinals of America’s Got Talent
Learnmore Jonasi, a 31-year-old stand-up comic from Zimbabwe, advanced to the semifinals of America’s Got Talent on Wednesday, earning high praise from judge Howie Mandel, who backed him to become the first comedian to win the competition. Jonasi was the last of three acts to secure a spot in the semifinals during a one-hour results episode, following aerialist Kelsey Jane…
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Tombstone Unveiled for the Late Soul Jah Love
Three years after his passing, a tombstone celebrating the life of beloved Zimbabwean musician Soul Jah Love was unveiled recently at the Warren Hills Cemetery in Harare. The granite monument, which took almost a year to create, was generously donated by Tendai Mbofana of Ngoda Granites. The intimate ceremony was attended by only the musician’s immediate family and close friends,…
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Ethanol Blending in Petrol Now Mandatory
The Minister of Energy and Power Development has announced the implementation of the Petroleum (Mandatory Blending of Anhydrous Ethanol with Unleaded Petrol) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024 (No. 6). This decision follows consultations with the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority and aims to enhance the country’s fuel standards and promote sustainable energy practices. The amended regulations, published under Statutory Instrument 17 of 2013,…
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