The Chronicle

Thandeka Moyo-Ndlovu, thandeka.moyo@chronicle.co.zw  A disturbing trend has emerged in Matabeleland, a region renowned for its ethos of ubuntu.  The once-peaceful area is now marred by a surge in violent confrontations, where disputes are settled not with words, but with the blade of a machete or the point of a spear.  The aftermath of these conflicts spills […] …
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Sikhulekelani Moyo, mskhulekelani16@gmail.com  MATABELELAND South is charting a course towards agricultural self-sufficiency, thanks to the innovative farming models Pfumvudza/Intwasa and a robust irrigation strategy.  The Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development Dr Anxious Masuka, has been closely monitoring the summer cropping season in Zimbabwe, with a particular focus on both communal and commercial […] …
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Flora Fadzai Sibanda, florafadzaisibz@gmail.com THE landscape of children’s parties has undergone a remarkable transformation, moving beyond the traditional setup of balloons and sweets to a realm where creativity reigns supreme. Today’s celebrations are a testament to the ingenuity of parents, with each event showcasing a unique flair. Gone are the days when sleepovers were taboo, […] …
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Flora Fadzai Sibanda, florafadzaisibz@gmail.com  WITNESSING the devastating impact of drugs on his friends, Knowledge Shumba, a 27-year-old known as Killer Nox on the streets, found his lifeline through the lens of a camera.  As the presenter of Ekasi Stories, he discovered a sense of purpose in front of the camera, which led him to abandon the […] …
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ZIMBABWEANS must ignore machinations by merchants of violence agitating for chaos in the country as part of an elaborate plot to derail the nation from its developmental trajectory. The country is long past the election mode after the revolutionary Zanu-PF party led by President Mnangagwa romped to a decisive victory in last year’s national elections. […] …
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Nqobile Tshili, nqobile.tshili@chronicle.co.zw GOVERNMENT has adopted a new Road Development Programme, a successor initiative to the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme 2 (ERRP2) whose term lapsed at the end of last year with private sector funding expected to revitalise the country’s road network. The ERRP programme began in 2021 after President Mnangagwa declared the country’s roads a […] …
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Flora  Sibanda/ Sikhulekelani Moyo, Chronicle Writers A MAJOR technical fault at the Insukamini substation in Bulawayo triggered countrywide loss of power early yesterday resulting in a loss of production time by business, which lasted up to noon. Several businesses including small to medium enterprises failed to commence operations as a result of the power outage save […] …
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Sikhulekelani Moyo, mskhulekani16@gmail.com MEAT producers and suppliers have started affecting the 15 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on products and are notifying customers of price increases of various meat products. The standard VAT increased to 15 percent from 14,5 percent effective January 1, 2023 and in his 2024 budget, Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion, Minister […] …
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Lovemore Dube, lovemore.dube@chronicle.co.zw  BHEKA Sibanda and Kindman Ndlovu yesterday entered the race to Number 50 Robert Mugabe Way as they both want to contest the Highlanders committee member’s post. Mgcini Mafu is the present office holder and elections for the post will be held on the first Sunday of February, a week after the annual general […] …
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Flora Fadzai Sibanda, florafadzaisibz@gmail.com WITH just a few days left before the start of the first term for 2024, vendors and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are making a killing from selling uniforms and school stationery. The education sector is big in Zimbabwe and this period presents a lucrative opportunity for uniform and stationery manufacturers and […] …
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