A 70-year-old woman has given birth to twins following IVF treatment, a hospital in Uganda has said. Safina Namukwaya delivered a boy and a girl via caesarean at a fertility centre in the capital, Kampala. Ms Namukwaya, who is is one of the oldest women to give birth, told local media it was a “miracle”. […] …
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Deputy Minister removed from office
Online writer THE Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce, Roy Bhila, has been removed from office with immediate effect. In a statement dated 30 November, without giving reasons, Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet Dr Martin Rushwaya said: “His Excellency the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Cde. Dr Emmerson D. Mnangagwa has, in […] …
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Civil servants’ US$300 cushioning allowance to be taxed
Nqobile Tshili, nqobile.tshili@chronicle.co.zw GOVERNMENT will convert the US$300 Covid-19 cushioning allowances paid to civil servants into a salary beginning January 2024 while introducing a two-cent taxation on sugary beverages including alcohol. The taxation on sugary beverages is meant to increase their cost and promote reduction on their consumption as the country aims to minimise the […] …
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Warriors move up Fifa rankings
Innocent Kurira, innocent.kurira@chronicle.co.zw THE Zimbabwe senior men’s national team has moved up one place on the FIFA rankings to number 124 in the world after their two draws in the World Cup Qualifiers played last month. International matches were played all over the world in November 2023, with FIFA World Cup 26 qualifiers taking place […] …
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Budget raises PAYE, bonus tax-free thresholds
Online Reporter Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube has raised tax and bonus tax-free thresholds in a bid to provide much-needed relief to ordinary Zimbabweans whose incomes have been eroded by inflation. Unveiling the 2024 National Budget that largely reflects the Government’s commitment to fostering a more equitable society at the […] …
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Zimbabwe sets minimum standards for unleaded petrol
Sikhulekelani Moyo, mskhulekelani16@gmail.com THE Minister of Energy and Power Development, has adopted the revised ZWS 753:2020 (Unleaded Petrol) standard, as the standard for unleaded petrol RON 93 and all fuel importers are advised that in five months’ time, they are expected to import fuel that meets or exceeds specifications laid out in the revised standard. […] …
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Gwanda marks 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence
Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu, sukulwenkosi.dube@chronicle.co.zw GWANDA District today commemorated 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence at Stanmore Secondary School with community members being urged to make it a priority to protect victims of GBV, especially children. This year’s commemoration is being held under the theme: “Unite! Invest to Prevent Violence against Women and Girls!” The […] …
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Ziyajuluka Festival on cards
Natasha Mutsiba, mutsibanatasha@gmail.com The Ziyajuluka Festival is set to take place at The Hub in Bulawayo next week Saturday. The festival aims to uplift youth talent and help local up-and-coming artistes gain more recognition in all music genres. Killer Nox and Taddy Bear Events, popular entertainers known for their engaging performances, will host the festival. […] …
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Chasing Sunsets wine tasting event to showcase Italian and South African wines
Natasha Mutsiba, mutsibanatasha@gmail.com The Wine Bar is set to host an event dubbed “Chasing Sunsets wine tasting” event in Bulawayo on December 17. The event, which promises to be an intimate affair, will feature a selection of exquisite wines from Italy and South Africa. It will be held at TenOnBrooke, a boutique hotel located in […] …
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Zanu-PF holds rally in Bulawayo
Peter Matika, Online Writer TO rally cadres and connect with constituents, Minister Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri, the Zanu-PF national chairperson, paid a visit to Sizinda residents in the Bulawayo South constituency. The visit comes in anticipation of the forthcoming by-elections scheduled for 9 December. Minister Muchinguri-Kashiri led a Zanu-PF delegation consisting of Chairman Jabulani Sibanda, Provincial Affairs […] …
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