By Kudzaishe Chimonera The Mayor of Harare Cllr Jacob Mafume has defended the demolition of durawalls in Mbare saying the move was necessary to prevent flooding and protect residents as heavy rains continue to affect the city. Speaking on the matter, Mafume said some of the structures
By Kudzaishe Chimonera Grammy Award-winning composer and producer Lebo M has filed a US$20m lawsuit in the United States against Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Mwanyenyeka alleging misrepresentation, defamation and cultural misappropriation. The case, lodged on 17 March 2026 is before the United States District Court for the Central
By Kudzaishe Chimonera Retailers have been warned against raising prices unfairly as tensions in the Middle East threaten to disrupt global fuel supplies. In an interview with 263chat, Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers president Denford Mutashu, said ongoing conflict involving Israel, the United States and Iran was
Reserve Bank Governor Dr. John Mushayavanhu By Kudzaishe Chimonera The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has endorsed a government directive requiring public sector suppliers and contractors to be paid exclusively in the local currency, ZiG describing the move as a key step towards strengthening its use
By Tinomudaishe Muzanenhamo The government will host a joint national commemoration of the International Day of Forests and World Meteorological Day in Bulilima District this week as authorities step up efforts to promote environmental protection, climate awareness and sustainable livelihoods. Environment, Climate and Wildlife Minister Evelyn Ndlovu
By Lemuel Chekai The Chief Executive Officer of the Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (ARDA), Tinotenda Mhiko, has once again been recognised for his leadership after being named the Overall Best Performer among CEOs of Commercial State-Owned Enterprises under the President’s Award for Performance Excellence. Mhiko
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested two foreign nationals in connection with an alleged fraud involving a mining investment deal worth US$1.5m. In a statement ZRP national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the suspects are being investigated for fraud, externalisation of funds and unlawful possession
By Kudzaishe Chimonera Government has renewed its push for stronger accountability and improved service delivery across the public sector as senior officials signed performance contracts for 2026 and the results of the 2025 performance evaluations were announced. Speaking at the ceremony in Harare, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said
By Kudzaishe Chimonera Leaders from countries in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have warned that declining international funding for HIV programmes could undermine years of progress in protecting women and girls from the epidemic. The concern was raised during a high-level meeting between SADC gender ministers,
The Buy Zimbabwe campaign group has urged authorities and energy sector players to prioritise domestic fuel production in order to reduce the country’s vulnerability to global supply disruptions. The call follows recent fuel price increases linked to tensions in the Middle East that have disrupted supplies
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