Sikhulekelani Moyo mskhulekelani16@gmail.com Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector is undergoing a significant transformation, with a strong focus on empowering women in horticulture. The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting gender equality in the sector. Speaking at the Horticultural Development Council’s Women Business Conference, Permanent Secretary Professor Obert Jiri, […] …
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Water emergency declared in Plumtree following critical distribution Tower Pipe failure
Ronald Mpofu-itsronaldrox@gmail.com The Plumtree Town Council has issued an urgent notice to residents following a critical failure of a pipe at the main distribution tower, resulting in a temporary water disruption across the town. Residents in high-lying areas have been warned to brace for severe water shortages, as the town’s backup pumping system has limited […] …
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Storms Wreak Havoc in Bulilima
By Ronald Mpofu – itsronaldrox@gmail.com STORMS have wreaked havoc in Bulilima District following severe weather earlier this year. On 15 January 2025, at around 4 PM, strong winds and heavy rains ripped off the roofs of three classroom blocks at Kandana Primary School. On the same day, Huwana ward experienced relentless overnight rainfall, causing flooding in […] …
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Villagers in shock as rebuilt Charlie Dam Wall collapses after heavy rains
By Ronald Mpofu itsronaldrox@gmail.com A DEVASTATING dam wall collapse has struck Bulilima District in Matabeleland South, leaving villagers reeling in distress—despite the dam having been newly rebuilt in 2024. Charlie Dam, located in Village 17, Nyabane, under Headman Sikhathini, suffered a catastrophic breach in the early hours of Monday, 17 February 2025. Although over 20 […] …
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Filabusi man jailed 15 years for rape and assault of minor
Sidumisile Mabena, sidumisile77mabena@gmail.com A 31-YEAR-OLD man from Filabusi in Matabeleland South has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for raping and assaulting a 12-year-old girl. “On the 25th of November, 2024, in Filabusi, the accused approached a 12-year-old girl while she was on her way to school with her siblings. He asked for directions, […] …
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President Mnangagwa launches US$3.6 Billion Palm River Energy Metallurgical Special Economic Zone in Beitbridge
Nqobile Bhebhe in Beitbridge PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has carried out a symbolic ground-breaking ceremony and plaque unveiling of the US$3.6 billion Palm River Energy Metallurgical Special Economic Zone project here in Beitbridge.This marks an example of growing investor confidence in the country under the Second Republic. The landmark initiative has the potential to significantly transform the […] …
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ICT Ministry supports promotion of technology and innovation through educational platforms
Mthabisi Tshuma in Bulawayo THE Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services is fully committed to supporting the promotion of technology and innovation through educational platforms, Deputy Minister Dingumuzi Phuti has said. In his keynote address at the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Zimbabwe, Bulawayo Hackathon, held at Girls College on Monday, ICT Deputy […] …
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President Mnangagwa arrives in Beitbridge for the ground-breaking of a US$3.6bn industrial park
Thupeyo Muleya, Beitbridge Bureau President Mnangagwa has arrived in Beitbridge, Matabeleland South province for the ground-breaking ceremony of the Palm River Energy and Metallurgical Special Economic Zone. The Government, in collaboration with a Chinese mining company, is developing a US$3.6 billion energy industrial park. The President is accompanied by his two Vice Presidents, Constantino Chiwenga […] …
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Man axes daughter to death, while beating up wife
Midlands Bureau A Gokwe man fatally struck his four-year-old daughter with an axe while attempting to strike his wife before consuming pesticide in a bid to commit suicide following allegations of infidelity. Midlands Provincial police spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko said the police are investigating two cases of murder and attempted murder which occurred on Wednesday […] …
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Pan-African Parliament Gears Up for Key Discussions on Reparations and Justice
Jerry Chifamba Nearly 30 African legislators will be sworn in as Pan-African Parliamentarians during the Sitting of Permanent Committees, set to take place from February 18 to 28, 2025, in Midrand, South Africa. The session, held under the African Union’s 2025 theme, “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations,” aims to address […] …
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