Golden Sibanda, Harare Bureau FINANCE, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, yesterday delivered a recovery and growth-oriented National Budget Statement, pronouncing several measures to drive faster economic expansion, engender stability and build resilience of the economy while protecting vulnerable groups. Presenting the Government’s ZiG276 billion 2025 fiscal plan, running under the theme, […] …
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Car theft socialite’s trial opens can of worms…. Chipunza denied bail, court uncovers potential car theft syndicate
Peter Matika, peter.matika@chronicle.co.zw A Bulawayo magistrate has denied bail for car dealer and socialite Brighton Chipunza. The court found that there was clear and convincing evidence that Chipunza poses a flight risk and might interfere with witnesses. Chipunza will remain in custody until December 11. The decision was delivered by Bulawayo regional magistrate Mrs Benhilda […] …
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COMMENT: Unified approach key in mitigating natural disasters
ADDRESSING the 5th Ordinary Meeting of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Committee of Ministers Responsible for Disaster Risk Management in Victoria Falls, Vice-President Dr Constantino Chiwenga outlined a critical vision for mitigating disasters across Southern Africa. He emphasised the need for strong regional collaboration, warning that without a unified approach, hunger and destruction could […] …
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VP Chiwenga urges SADC construction unity
Nqobile Bhebhe in Victoria Falls VICE-President Dr Constantino Chiwenga has implored the Southern African Development Community (SADC) construction sector to forge a unified bloc, as it is a valuable panacea for unlocking collective potential to transform the region into a vibrant and sustainable industrial hub. With a solid infrastructure development agenda, unity enables the regional […] …
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US$24,7 m for sports in 2025 budget: Government focus on National Sports Stadium refurbishment
Langton Nyakwenda, Harare Bureau THE National Sports Stadium should be ready for use next year after government allocated millions of dollars for the renovation of the giant facility which has been dormant for several months. The country’s senior men’s national team also got a massive boost from government as they were allocated a whopping US$1 million […] …
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Marondera University of Agriculture Science and Technology transforms agriculture
Zvamaida Murwira in MARONDERA PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday capped 103 students at Marondera University of Agriculture Science and Technology (MUAST), an institution that has embarked on several research projects across the country. The university’s third graduation ceremony saw students drawn from various disciplines, including Faculties of Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship, Applied Sciences and Technology, Plant and Animal […] …
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Bulawayo Basketball Association in talks to save Bulawayo basketball
Innocent Kurira , innocent.kurira@chronicle.co.zw Bulawayo Basketball Association (BBA) secretary-general Francis Dube has revealed that discussions with the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) over the use of Khanyisile Sports Centre for basketball activities are progressing positively. Earlier this month, the BCC terminated the Khanyisile Foundation’s lease agreement, leaving the basketball community uncertain about its indoor venue, particularly with the […] …
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Flashy Bulawayo car dealer’s case bail ruling today
Peter Matika, peter.matika@chronicle.co.zw A CAR dealer-cum socialite from Bulawayo who was arrested for allegedly stealing a luxury vehicle from a car wash in the city is scheduled to appear in court today, for bail ruling. Brighton Chipunza, better known by his street name “Dash,” was initially scheduled to have the hearing yesterday. However, the hearing […] …
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Early warning key in disaster management – VP Chiwenga
Nqobile Bhebhe in Victoria Falls Vice-President Dr Constantino Chiwenga has emphasised that strong collaboration and cohesion among Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states in mitigating disasters will ensure that no one dies of hunger in the region. Over the past decade, the SADC region has faced a series of devastating natural and human-induced disasters […] …
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1 300 households rejoice as Gamwa Clinic commissioned
Patrick Chitumba, patrick.chitumba@chronicle.co.zw The Government has commissioned Gamwa Clinic in Ward 6, Shurugwi District, bringing essential healthcare services closer to over 1 300 households. The clinic, funded through devolution funds, marks a significant milestone in the Second Republic’s efforts to transform rural livelihoods in line with Vision 2030. Midlands Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Owen […] …
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