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Revealed: Tshabangu plot to help Mnangagwa 2030 bid

Tshabangu’s camp wants the two processes avoided, and has reached out to Zanu PF to cobble up a unity government with his CCC party and then suspend elections altogether.
By Miriam Mangwaya May. 11, 2025
Zimbabwe in massive gold mop up
Zimbabwe in massive gold mop up
Zimbabwe produced approximately 37 tonnes of gold in 2024, with authorities believing the additional three tonnes are within reach if compliance improves and leakages are curbed.
By Ashton Ndakusiya May. 11, 2025
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48 000 children drop out of school
One of the major reasons why the learners are dropping out is poverty and girls getting impregnated, Parliament heard last week.
By Harriet Chikandiwa May. 11, 2025
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Opposition power struggles a gift to Zanu PF
Tshabangu recalled the CCC legislators after snatching the opposition party from its founding leader Nelson Chamisa
By Freeman Makopa May. 11, 2025
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Harare executives’ mega salaries rile residents
The town clerk was reported to be earning US$27 000, which can increase to US$30 000 with additional perks while the least-paid executive earns US$15 000 per month.
By Nqobani Ndlovu May. 11, 2025
Supreme Court to rule on Tapiwa Makore killers’ appeal
The convicted killers are Tapiwa Makore, an uncle of the deceased and Tafadzwa Shamba, a  herdboy.
By Desmond Chingarande May. 11, 2025
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Furore as giant lithium miner displaces villagers
Chief Marozva confirmed the development and said the issue required broader consultation and legal positions have been taken.
By Staff Reporter May. 11, 2025
Kombi driver jailed for 36 months
The convict Tapiwa Kaseke (28) pleaded guilty to the charges when he appeared before magistrate Apollonia Marutya.
By Trevor Mutsvairo May. 11, 2025
Absentee ministers rile Senate president
Chinomona expressed frustration over ministers, who frequently missing Senate sittings, with only two ministers attending on time for last week’s session.
By Miriam Mangwaya May. 11, 2025
Woman violates visually impaired man
The matter came to light at Bindura regional court where Fatima Kamuponisi (44) appeared before magistrate Amos Mbobo.
By Staff Reporter May. 11, 2025
Families of Zimbabweans trapped in SA mine cry for help
The 10 miners were trapped days after descending 50 metres into an old shaft next to the Amatshe mine Krugersdorp with seven others on November 22 last year.
By Kimberly Mutandiro May. 4, 2025
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Battle over Emmerson Mnangagwa succession plays out in SA
Zanu PF officials have also accused exiled former ministers Saviour Kasukuwere and Walter Mzembi of being behind the push for Mnangagwa’s removal.
By Nqobani Ndlovu May. 4, 2025
Goromonzi farmers gear-up for winter wheat season
The collaborative spirit underscored the collective commitment to ensuring a successful winter wheat season, building upon the achievements of the previous year.
By Own Correspondent May. 4, 2025
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Mutsvangwa blasted over attack on Coltart
He accused the opposition-led Bulawayo City Council of ignoring national development efforts spearheaded by President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
By Sharon Sibindi May. 4, 2025
Man jailed for attempting to kill cop
Wellington Moyo (26) of Ziko Farm, Chitungwiza was sentenced to five years in jail by Magistrate Elisha Singano for attempted murder.
By Staff Reporter May. 4, 2025
Larry Norton: Why Vic Falls must be protected
I wish that we could pay credit to the lives of the Zimbabweans in this country, the unknown Zimbabweans in this country.
By In Conversation With Trevor May. 4, 2025
Pastor’s daughter abuses father
Eliot Madede told the court that Merlisa turns violent whenever she is high on drugs.
By Rejoice Phiri May. 4, 2025
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Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway debacle exposes govt’s trail of false promises, neglect
Amid mounting criticism, the ministry issued multiple contradictory statements in recent weeks, claiming initially that “eight contractors” were already on site.
By Sharon Sibindi May. 4, 2025
Man ordered to stop stalking ex-wife
Kelly Mufambi told the court that Steven Chikwiramatara regularly beats her in public whenever he sees her with her new boyfriend.
By Rejoice Phiri May. 4, 2025
Malawi President Chakwera: UK support critical for global health
With nearly 60 000 recorded cases and 1 772 deaths, it was the worst such outbreak in our country’s history.
By Lazarus Chakwera May. 4, 2025
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Top cop, wife in kidnapping storm
The woman said she was paid US$50 instead of the agreed US$100 salary with Bangajena’s wife promising to settle the difference during the second week of April.
By Nqobani Ndlovu May. 4, 2025
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Hero’s family disowns his disabled widow
Kudzai Rangarirai, the Vezha family’s lawyer, told The Standard that Dungeni was never married to the national hero and they considered her a mere ex-girlfriend.
By Nqobani Ndlovu May. 4, 2025
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Govt puts moratorium on change of land use applications
The ministry said the moratorium sought to create and maintain order as well as harmony in the built environment throughout the country.
By Takudzwa Munemo May. 4, 2025
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General’s death exposes rot at hospitals
Rungani died at the age of 76 at Mbuya Dorcas Hospital in Waterfalls, Harare following a brief illness.
By Vanessa Gonye May. 4, 2025
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Bed bugs: Mutare on high alert
Harare’s Mbare suburb was the first to record a bedbug infestation last month amid reports it has spread to other suburbs such as GlenView, Mabvuku and Budiriro.
By Kenneth Nyangani May. 4, 2025
Man bashes mother’s boyfriend
Brigdet Chigwedere said her son, Tariro, always turned violent whenever her boyfriend visited her Avondale home.
By Rejoice Phiri May. 4, 2025
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Blessed Mhlanga: HStv now under siege
Prosecutors indicated the same position when Mhlanga appeared for routine remand the following day.  The trial date has now been set for May 14.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni May. 4, 2025
Harare woman fined for attacking ex-husband
Rubenstein claimed that the dispute arose when she returned a second-hand cell phone given to her by Mandaza alleging that it contained a nude picture.
By Staff Reporter Apr. 28, 2025