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By Judith Nyuke A dispute over a cap escalated into violence when an 18-year-old allegedly stabbed a Kuwadzana man who had reportedly taken it from one of his younger brothers. Mtandazilwa Gumede was not asked to plead when he appeared before Harare magistrate Ruth Moyo charged

Entertainment

Young Rapper Giving Voice to Zimbabwe’s Streets

January 6, 2026

By Kudzaiishe Zvaguma A new generation of Zimbabwean hip-hop artists is beginning to find its voice, and among them is Gareth4L, a rising talent whose music blends personal storytelling with hard-hitting social commentary. Gareth4L says his love for music began early. “Music has always been something I

Courts

School Administrator in Court Over Alleged US$432k Fraud

January 6, 2026

By Judith Nyuke A school administrator at a Harare primary school has appeared in court accused of defrauding the institution of more than US$432 000 and millions in ZIG over a four-year period. Julia Gorogodo (50) of Bible Temple Primary School in Waterfalls, is alleged to have

Zimdancehall Musician Shinsoman detained in Harare

January 6, 2026

Zimdancehall musician Tinashe Romeo Antony popularly known as Shinsoman is reportedly being detained at Harare Central Police Station for an alleged violation of the Medicines and Allied Substances Control Act (MASCA). Details surrounding the alleged offence remain unclear. Police have not yet released an official statement and

Police Condemn Threats Against Officers as Social Media Clash Sparks Debate

January 5, 2026

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has appealed for calm and cooperation from motorists following the circulation of a viral social media video showing a confrontation between a driver and traffic officers. In a statement, police national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said police had taken note of

MSD Warns of More Heavy Rains as Thunderstorms Sweep Across Zim

January 5, 2026

The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has warned that unsettled weather conditions are set to continue after widespread thunderstorms brought heavy rain to parts of the country including Harare and surrounding provinces. In a weather update, the MSD said intense rainfall was recorded in several locations within

Notorious Guruve Suspect Captured After Joint Police–Army Operation

January 3, 2026

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has confirmed the arrest of Guruve serial killer Anymore Zvitsva following a joint operation involving the army. Police national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said Zvitsva (32) was arrested on Saturday afternoon after a wide-ranging manhunt that drew support from the local community. Commissioner

Retrenchment by Design: How “Restructuring” Can Be Used to Weaken Unions in Zimbabwe

January 2, 2026

File pic. By Given Dingwiza When Zimbabwe’s Supreme Court handed down Nyamande & Another v Zuva Petroleum (SC 43/15) in July 2015, it reaffirmed an employer’s common-law right to terminate employment on notice, and the aftermath was immediate and bruising for workers. Within weeks, Zimbabwe’s main labour federation said

South African Singer Makhadzi in Hospital after Car Crash

December 31, 2025