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Kidnapped Trans Preacher Found Sleeping on Road
The Bulawayo community was left in a state of shock and disbelief this past weekend as a transgender woman, who was previously kidnapped, was found in a disturbing situation on the streets of the city. The woman, known as Sunflower, used to be a church preacher but had fallen victim to a harrowing ordeal. According to a close source, Sunflower…
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A Patriotic Celebration of Zimbabwe’s Gallant Heroes
by Priviledge Zviregei The National Heroes’ Day commemorations at the revered National Heroes Acre were a resplendent display of national pride and reverence for the country’s liberation icons. The 44th annual event was a vibrant celebration bathed in the warm golden light of the setting winter sun. Thousands gathered to honor the gallant sons and daughters who sacrificed their lives…
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Thousands Gather in Marondera to Celebrate Heroes Day at Provincial Shrine
by Priviledge Zviregei Thousands of people gathered at the Mashonaland East Provincial Heroes Acre in the farming town of Marondera today to join the nation in commemorating Heroes Day. The provincial celebrations were attended by a range of attendees, including members of the opposition Citizens’ Coalition for Change (CCC) party, such as legislator Caston Mateu and CCC councilors. Relatives of…
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Kidney patient loses US$13 000 to EcoCash Agent
A 46-year-old Harare man, Tendai Chibwe, was brought to court yesterday for allegedly converting $13,000 in donations intended to cover his niece’s medical expenses abroad. Chibwe, who is a registered EcoCash agent in Dzivarasekwa 4, is facing fraud charges after he allegedly cheated Nigel Makono, the uncle of the sick niece, Ruth Hwarara. According to the prosecution, in January 2024,…
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Car Dealer in Court for forging documents
A Harare car dealer has found himself in legal trouble after allegedly forging documents to import a Mercedes Benz without paying the required duties. Panashe Chawatama, aged 26, appeared before a Harare magistrate on charges of fraud, stemming from his attempt to defraud the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) of potential revenue. According to the state’s case, Chawatama, in collusion with…
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Mupambi Shares Key Citizen Rights &Responsibilities Ahead of SADC Summit
Ahead of the upcoming SADC Summit, prominent human rights defender Abigale Mupambi has shared a simplified extract of the rights, privileges, benefits, duties, and obligations of Zimbabwean citizens as enshrined in the country’s constitution. In a post on social media platform X(formerly twitter), Mupambi emphasized the importance of citizens being aware of their fundamental rights and duties, particularly as Zimbabwe…
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Man jailed 18 months for weird way to show love
In a shocking display of misguided “love,” a 30-year-old man from Plumtree is facing 18 months in prison after brutally attacking his wife with a hammer. Sims Ncube, the perpetrator, claimed that his violent actions were a sign of his affection for his wife, Monalisa Mpofu. However, the court made it clear that a wife is not a punching bag,…
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Cotton Harvest Plummets to Record Low
The cotton season has ended with an estimated 13,000 tonnes delivered by farmers, the lowest known production record. This is a significant drop from the 82,000 tonnes delivered last year and far below the government’s projection of 42,000 tonnes. The devastating impact of the El Niño-induced drought is primarily to blame for this record low harvest. Zimbabwe endured what is believed…
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Air Zimbabwe Resumes Harare-Johannesburg Flights
by Priviledge Zviregei Air Zimbabwe has announced the resumption of flights between Harare and Johannesburg. Starting yesterday, the national airline will operate flights on a twice-weekly schedule, providing a much-needed connection between the two bustling cities. The reintroduction of these flights comes as a welcome relief for many Zimbabweans who have long relied on connecting through other African hubs to…
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Born-Again Musician Baba Harare Finds New Calling in Christ
by Priviledge Zviregei Braveman Chizvino, better known by his stage name Baba Harare, has made a bold decision to leave his successful secular music career behind and dedicate his life to gospel music and serving God. The 35-year-old multi-instrumentalist, who rose to fame in the jiti music scene, says he has no regrets about his newfound faith, despite facing skepticism…
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