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By Prince Takura Masuka The People’s Unity Party (PUP) has called for an inclusive government if President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term is extended to 2030 saying opposition groups, churches and civil society should be brought into any new political arrangement. Speaking in Harare yesterday, PUP leader Herbert Chamuka

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ZIMRA Sets February Deadlines for Tax Returns

January 22, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Kudzaishe Chimonera The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has reminded taxpayers that a wide range of tax returns for the month ending 31 January 2026 are due on or before 5 February 2026 with payments required by 10 February, warning that failure to comply will

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Man Kills Ex-wife to Dodge Maintenance

January 22, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Judith Nyuke A 34-year-old man and his second wife reportedly strangled his ex-wife to death in an attempt to avoid paying US$2 500 in accrued child maintenance last week. The accused, Brian Chanachimwe appeared before Harare Magistrate Ruth Moyo charged with murder. The matter was remanded

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Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition Dissolved

January 22, 2026

author: Elia Ntali

The Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition (CiZC) one of the country’s longest-running pro-democracy networks has voted to dissolve its current organisational structure citing what it describes as an increasingly hostile and repressive political environment. The decision was taken at the coalition’s 16th Annual General Meeting held yesterday

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Govt Taps Starlink to Connect Schools in Bold Digital Push

January 21, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Kudzaishe Chimonera The Government of Zimbabwe, through the Ministry of ICT, Postal and Courier Services has handed over 8 000 Starlink connectivity kits to the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) in an effort to improve internet access in schools particularly remote areas

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Harare Mayor and Ex-MP Arrested in Corruption Probe as ZACC Swoops

January 21, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

Harare’s mayor, Jacob Mafume and former Harare South MP Shadreck Mashayamombe have been arrested by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC). Circumstances surrounding their arrest are still unclear with ZACC yet to release formal details of the charges they face. However, their detention marks one of the

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Police Warn of Surge in Mobile Money Scams

January 21, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Kudzaishe Chimonera The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a public alert over a growing wave of mobile money fraud warning that criminals are increasingly targeting users of platforms such as EcoCash. In a statement, national police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said scammers are using

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Mavetera Challenges Mobile Operators on Affordability

January 20, 2026

author: Elia Ntali

Government has challenged mobile network operators to further reduce data prices arguing that affordability is key to accelerating digital inclusion and economic growth. Speaking at the 2026 Postal and Telecommunications Stakeholders’ Engagement Meeting in Harare, the Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services, Tatenda Mavetera said

Health

Mbuya Nehanda Maternal Hospital Set for Independence Day Opening

January 20, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Lemuel Chekai Government has confirmed that the newly refurbished Mbuya Nehanda Maternal Hospital at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals will officially reopen on Zimbabwe’s forthcoming Independence Day, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing health sector transformation. Finance and Economic Development Permanent Secretary George Guvamatanga made

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Veterans, Former Detainees Rally Behind Tungwarara’s Welfare Drive

January 19, 2026

author: Staff Reporter

By Lemuel Chekai War veterans and former political detainees from across the country have thrown their weight behind Presidential Special Advisor Paul Tungwarara citing his sustained engagement and tangible interventions aimed at improving their livelihoods. The endorsement follows Tungwarara’s recent remarks reaffirming the central role played by