The Chronicle

Ricky Zililo, Senior Sports Reporter THE first construction phase of the Marvelous Nakamba Foundation (MNF) multi-sports facility began on Monday morning with earthmoving machines clearing the 5.1-hectare land in Mahatshula South, Bulawayo.   The Aston Villa midfielder popped up at the site for the low-key groundbreaking exercise before leaving to prepare for his trip to […] …
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Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu, Online Reporter A 94-year-old granny from Gwanda was burnt beyond recognition after her house caught fire. Matabeleland South provincial police spokesperson, Inspector Loveness Mangena confirmed the incident which occurred in Mtshabezi Village on June 12. “On 12 June at around 6AM, a neighbour heard noise coming from the homestead of Nanzeni Mlandu (94). […] …
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By Charles Dhewa UNFAIR trading practices have continued to characterize African agriculture and food systems for decades. Determining and setting prices for agricultural commodities remains a big challenge in most African countries including local markets where the majority of farmers, traders and consumers depend for their food and income. There have not been convincing answers […] …
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THE South Africa Reserve Bank (SARB) has dismissed reports it is planning to issue a R10 coin and a R500 note. The bank cautioned South Africans about a social media post claiming it will introduce a new banknote and coin. “We introduce to you the first sample of our possible new R500 note,” read the […] …
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Formula One championship leader Max Verstappen won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in a Red Bull one-two on Sunday as Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc retired from the lead with an engine problem. Mexican Sergio Perez, winner of the previous race in Monaco, was second on the streets of Baku with Britain’s George Russell completing the podium […] …
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Cynthia Mhuru, Online Reporter THREE people have succumbed to Covid-19 as the country recorded 67 new cases in the last 24 hours reporting cycle. According to statistics from the Ministry of Health and Childcare, Zimbabwe has so far recorded 254 098 Covid-19 cases, 5 521 deaths and 246 407 recoveries since the outbreak of the […] …
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Nqobile Tshili, Chronicle Reporter A MAJOR infrastructure upgrade of Bulawayo City Council (BCC) clinics is underway and involves improving water supplies to the health facilities as well as medicines and other consumables. The clinics have also been painted and perimeter walls have been erected to improve security. Nkulumane, Pelandaba, Nketa and Tshabalala are some of […] …
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Sikhulekelani Moyo, Business Reporter WHEN she established her organic skin care products enterprise, Ms Princess Noma Siziba (35) of Bulawayo’s Cowdray Park suburb never imagined that she would make it big in business. Using umsuzwane/zumbani as her key ingredient to produce a range of skin care products, which include soaps, toners and face masks, Ms […] …
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Angela Sibanda, Showbiz Reporter Operating as a group in the arts industry comes with several challenges and Khaya Arts is one of Bulawayo’s cultural groups that have remained standing through overcoming challenges as they arise. Established on September 3, 2011, at Sizinda Youth Centre, the group has built a reputation through consistency and innovative performances. […] …
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Mashudu Netsianda, Senior Reporter SOON after completing her diploma in animal and health production at Mazowe Veterinary College in Mashonaland Central, Mrs Ntokozo Sibanda (38) of Bulawayo had no idea what she wanted to do with her academic certificates until a friend offered her four rabbits. Despite lack of specialised expertise in rabbit farming, she […] …
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