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Four people were killed instantly and one other seriously injured in a tragic road traffic accident along the Harare–Mutare Road early today once again spotlighting the deadly consequences of dangerous overtaking on the country’s highways. In a statement, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) said the crash

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ZTA Names Manyaya as New CEO in Bid to Rebrand Zim Tourism

January 27, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

George Manyaya The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has appointed Dr George Munyaradzi Manyaya as its new Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1 February 2026 in a move the board says is aimed at strengthening the country’s competitiveness as a global tourist destination. Announcing the appointment,

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Parents Cry Foul Over Alleged Corruption, Abuse of Funds at Danhiko School

January 27, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

Serious allegations of corruption, financial abuse and maladministration have engulfed Danhiko School in Msasa, a government-run institution for learners with disabilities as parents accuse school authorities of turning the school into a cash cow at the expense of vulnerable students. At the centre of the storm

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Gvt to Honour Top-Performing Schools in New National Excellence Drive

January 27, 2026

author: Elia Ntali

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has announced a new nationwide initiative to recognise and reward academic excellence with top-performing schools across the country set to receive national honours based on their 2025 examination results. Speaking in a statement, the Minister of Primary and Secondary

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Jealous Rage Ends in Prison for Gokwe Man After Knife Attack

January 27, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Kudzaishe Chimonera A 27-year-old man from Gokwe has been sentenced to four years in prison after a jealous confrontation escalated into a violent knife attack that left another man injured. The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) said Khulekani Kangazane, of Magama village under Chief Chireya

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Zim–India Axis Strengthens with UN Security Council Backing

January 27, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Kudzaishe Chimonera Zimbabwe and India have reaffirmed their strong political and economic partnership pledging reciprocal support for each other’s bids for non-permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council. The commitment was announced during India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations in Harare. Minister of Foreign Affairs and

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WestProp: Turning Lifestyle Living into Entrepreneurship at Millennium Heights

January 27, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

WHEN Ken Sharpe, Westprop Holdings chief executive envisioned Millennium Heights as a lifestyle residential enclave where innovation, community, and opportunity converge he never imagined the estate would organically develop into an Airbnb hub. Today, that vision is blossoming into something remarkable: a new wave of entrepreneurs

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Rains Refill the Nation, Major Dams Near Capacity

January 27, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Kudzaishe Chimonera The country’s major dams recorded a national average water level of 90.0 percent as at 26 January 2026 according to data sorted by dam capacity from largest to smallest. The latest update from Zimbabwe National Authority (ZINWA) shows that several major dams were reported

Developmental Issues

Government Steps Up Urban Road Rehabilitation Amid Rain Damage

January 27, 2026

author: Lovejoy Mutongwiza

Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, Felix Tapiwa Mhona, on Monday convened a high-level meeting with key stakeholders to map a coordinated response to the deteriorating condition of urban roads, many of which have been left riddled with potholes and erosion after persistent downpours.

Courts

Mvuma Man Jailed 15 Years for Sexual Abuse of Minor Cousin

January 27, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Kudzaishe Chimonera A 26-year-old man from Mvuma has been sentenced to an effective 15 years in prison after being convicted of multiple sexual offences involving his 14-year-old cousin. In a statement, the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) said the man was convicted by the Gweru