Congo Ruling Party Official Killed by Mob After Promoting Ebola Prevention on Radio
Story By Staff Reporter Attackers beat a senior member of Congo’s ruling party to death after he promoted Ebola awareness on a radio programme, a party representative said Monday. The attack happened Sunday in Butembo, North Kivu province. Butembo…
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Kariba Residents Sue Government Over One Ferry for 45,000 People
Story By Staff Reporter Less than two months after the Mbuya Nehanda ferry capsized on Lake Kariba, killing 97 people, two local residents have taken the government to the High Court. They argue that a single luxury boat is no answer for a population in…
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Biti warns of plan to destroy the Constitution and bring back a monarchy
Story By Staff Reporter Tendai Biti, a member of Sungano Yevanhu, says the ZANU PF government is rushing to destroy the Constitution and turn Zimbabwe into a monarchy. His warning comes after the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Act, 2026…
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Masvingo, Beitbridge, Insiza and Ruwa Crack Down on Vendors: What You Must Do Now
Four councils are getting strict with street vendors, illegal builders and owners of heavy trucks. Here are the dates and rules. Councils in several towns have started clean-up drives. Vendors, traders and property owners are the main targets. If you…
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Free Starlink for Ratepayers: Gwanda Mayor’s Bill Payment Offer
Story By Nizbert Moyo Gwanda mayor Thulani Moyo has offered free Starlink internet kits to residents who pay most of their council bills. The offer is for ratepayers who owe US$2 000 or more. To qualify, they must pay at least 75% of their bill.…
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Tsholotsho Plans 644-Stand Madona Township
Story By Silas Nkala Tsholotsho Rural District Council wants private investors to help build a new suburb called Madona. The council is looking for partners to service and develop 644 residential, commercial and institutional stands. The council is…
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Zanu PF Worried About Vendor Anger, Sources Say
Story By Kenneth Nyangani The government and Zanu PF are facing a tough decision on street vendors. Many Zimbabweans are angry about the economy. Many are also angry about recent changes to the constitution. Sources say the ruling party doesn’t…
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Kariba Chiefs Disagree Over Who Should Lead Prayers After Boat Tragedy
Story By Obert Siamulandu Traditional chiefs in Kariba and Hurungwe are still divided over who has authority over Lake Kariba. This old disagreement has come up again as chiefs plan a cleansing ceremony for the boat disaster that happened on August 11. A…
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Zimbabwe’s 1977 Abortion Law Faces Calls for Review, Lawmaker Says
Story By Obert Mavuza Zimbabwe’s Termination of Pregnancy Act, passed in 1977, was the subject of a recent public discussion in which a member of parliament and a youth advocate outlined concerns about how the nearly 50-year-old law functions in…
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Glen View 8 Hit by Fresh Fire : Harare’s Most Fire-Prone Market
Story By Obert Mavuza Harare, September 25, 2026 — Another blaze has torn through the Glen View 8 Home Industry Complex in Harare this morning. The City of Harare confirms Fire Brigade crews are on the ground, battling what officials describe as a…
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