The Chronicle

Kuda Bwititi in BAKU, Azerbaijan THE views of developing countries must be prioritised and respected at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), Southern African Development Community (SADC) chairman, President Mnangagwa, has said. Speaking after meeting Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev yesterday ahead of the conference that begins in the Eurasian nation today, President Mnangagwa said […] …
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Kuda Bwititi in BAKU, Azerbaijan PRESIDENT Mnangagwa is a heroic leader and elder statesman from whom many young African Heads of State can tap wisdom from, Guinea Bissau’s President Umaro Embalo has said. Speaking after paying a courtesy call on President Mnangagwa at his hotel yesterday ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), […] …
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THE alarming rise in suicide cases in Bulawayo, particularly among men, highlights a growing mental health crisis that requires immediate attention. Since June, the city has recorded 21 suicide cases, with 20 of them involving males, aged between 10 and 79. This disturbing trend reflects deeper societal issues that can no longer be ignored, particularly […] …
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Sikhulekelani Moyo, mskhulekelani16@gmail.com INADEQUATE infrastructure development is limiting citizens’ access to markets, livelihood opportunities, and essential services, Transport and Infrastructure Development Minister Felix Mhona has said. In a speech read on his behalf by Deputy Minister Joshua Sacco at the recent Africa Infrastructure and Built Environment Conference (Africonfex) in Bulawayo, Minister Mhona emphasised the critical […] …
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Mthabisi Tshuma in Harare The theme “Tshay’iNgoma” took centre stage at this year’s Chibuku Road to Fame competition, held on Saturday at Glamis Arena in Harare. Among the electrifying performances, it was the emerging Afro-fusion group, Kweseka Band, from the scenic resort city of Victoria Falls in Matabeleland North province that left a lasting impression, […] …
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Mthabisi Tshuma in Harare Emerging Afro-fusion outfit, Kweseka Band from Victoria Falls in Matabeleland North, has claimed the top spot at the Chibuku Road to Fame 2024 edition. The group, which has over 30 singles in the works, won a recording contract along with the US$15 000 grand prize. They stood out among ten other […] …
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Mthabisi Tshuma in Harare Eleven music groups from across Zimbabwe have gathered at the Glamis Arena in Harare, where they are just hours away from competing for the coveted Chibuku Road to Fame title, which includes a prize of US$15 000 and a recording deal. The second-place winners will receive US$10 000, while the third-place […] …
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Mthabisi Tshuma in Harare Representatives from Matabeleland’s provinces — Bulawayo Metropolitan, Matabeleland North, and Matabeleland South — have made their mark at the Chibuku Road to Fame 2024 national finals with captivating performances. Eleven groups from Zimbabwe’s ten provinces are competing this year, with each province represented by one act except for Mashonaland Central, which […] …
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Zimpapers Sports Hub THE Nedbank Tour de Great Dyke has ended in Zvishavane after three pulsating days that tested cyclists’ endurance and mental strength. On Thursday Mashonaland West Provincial Affairs Minister Marion Chombo saw the riders off at the start of an exciting near incident free event. The route saw cyclists go through a demanding […] …
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Mthabisi Tshuma in Harare The National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ), the organisers of the Chibuku Road to Fame 2024 in partnership with Delta Beverages, has clarified the inclusion of an eleventh group in this year’s competition, a deviation from the traditional ten groups. This year, eleven groups are vying for the top prize at […] …
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