Kenya’s under-fire President William Ruto has dismissed with “immediate effect” all his ministers and the attorney-general, following the recent deadly protests that led to the withdrawal of an unpopular tax bill. The president said the move came after “reflection, listening to Kenyans, and after holistic appraisal of my cabinet”. He has said he will now […] …
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Mat-North Agricultural Show preps on course
Leonard Ncube, leonard.ncube@chronicle.co.zw MATABELELAND North Show Society (MNSS), which hosts the annual Matabeleland North Agricultural Show, will this year have a one-stop exhibition information stand that will showcase all economic, cultural and social activities in the province. The show has over the years evolved to broaden participation of all the seven districts and 11 local […] …
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The UK election: new development priorities in Africa?
The UK went to the polls last week with Keir Starmer, as widely predicted, now installed as prime minister and the Labour party in power for the first time in 14 years. This blog asks, will this bring a change … Continue reading → …
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Association of Mining Journalists catches attention international mining fraternity
Leonard Ncube, leonard.ncube@chronicle.co.zw NEWLY established Association of Mining Journalists (AMJ) has caught the attention of the international mining fraternity with the African Mining Strategy Group commending local media for forming the group and pledging to work with local journalists. Led by Tafadzva Dube who is the president, the AMJ has also since partnered with the […] …
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Spiritual inspiration spurs the fight against Drug and Substance Abuse
Lingani Nyika, in Masvingo, linganinyika99@gmail.com MASVINGO Province yesterday welcomed four ex-drug users on a solidarity walk from Beitbridge to Harare, launching a powerful statement against the devastating scourge of drug and substance abuse. This historic initiative, led by Mr Columbus Mushore, supported by Mr Terence Shenje, Mr Kudakwashe Mafuta and Mr Terence Mpofu, has garnered […] …
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Stranger lures woman to lodge and rapes her in online dating gone wrong
Bongokuhle Moyo, Online Reporter A 28-YEAR-OLD woman was lured to a lodge and raped by a stranger after engaging in an online date on 22 June 2024. The incident occurred in Mabelreign, Harare. In a statement on X, Police said, “On 22/06/24 female adult (28) from Dzivarasekwa Extension, Harare, was lured to a lodge in […] …
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Zimbo Marlon Hove receives Mzansi Arts and Media Awards nomination
Natasha Mutsiba,mutsibanatasha@gmail.com South Africa-based Zimbabwean musician and music producer Marlon Hove has been nominated for the Mzansi Arts and Media Awards (Mamas). Hove, who is no stranger to industry accolades, expressed his gratitude and excitement following the announcement of his nomination. In an interview with Chronicle Showbiz, Hove whose track, “Umile njalo ft Innora and […] …
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Long live land reform! Reflections on Michael Lipton’s classic book
Michael Lipton, the great development economist, died a little over a year ago. In the many tributes paid to him, his contributions to land debates were rather underplayed. Along with his 1977 book, Why Poor People Stay Poor: Urban Bias … Continue reading → …
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Xosti promotes unity with remix of Ndebele traditional song “Emkhayeni”
Mthabisi Tshuma, Online Reporter Bulawayo-born rapper Xosti is staying true to his roots with his upcoming single, which aims to celebrate cultural diversity in Southern Africa. The track, titled “Emkhayeni” is a remix of a Ndebele traditional song and was produced by Prince Bulo. The visuals for the song were shot in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, by […] …
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Magistrates’ Courts in Zimbabwe to go digital from January 2025.
Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw THE digitisation of the magistrates’ courts programme towards a paperless judiciary system will roll out in earnest on 1st January next year, the Judiciary Services Commission (JSC) has revealed In a statement to mark the 14th anniversary of the Commission’s independence from the Ministry of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs, JSC spokesperson Mr […] …
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