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Mwaruwari graduates with professional coaching diploma

Former Zimbabwe Warriors striker Benjani Mwaruwari has taken a major step in his post-playing career after successfully graduating with a Diploma in Professional Football Coaching.The ex-national team star, who enjoyed a distinguished care…

Published: 54 mins ago | by Staff reporter

BAT to halt cigarette production in South Africa

Rampant smuggling of illicit tobacco, much of it originating from Zimbabwe and other countries, has forced British American Tobacco (BAT) to stop producing cigarettes in South Africa by the end of 2026, the company has announced.BAT South …

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe govt denies grade inflation

Zimbabwe's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has moved to address widespread allegations of "grade inflation" following the release of record-breaking 2025 Advanced Level (A-Level) results, which saw a national pass rate of 95.75…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

ZRP acquires boats, motorcycles, and vehicles to boost operations

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has acquired several high-powered boats to enhance police operations, including rescue missions, water escorts and patrols along the country's major waterways.In a statement released on Monday, 19 January…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

US dollar remains dominant as ZiG struggles for relevance

Despite government efforts to promote the gold-backed Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency and claims that it has brought exchange rate stability, the United States dollar remains the most dominant currency in circulation and the real anchor of Zi…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Head robbed of O-Level results

A headmaster at Chikwere Secondary School in Odzi lost Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) Ordinary Level results slips following a robbery in Dangamvura, Mutare, on Monday evening.Tizai Gwazhi (49) had reportedly just collected …

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

BCC closes section of Jason Moyo Street for rehab

A section of Bulawayo's busy city centre market area has been temporarily closed to allow the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) to carry out road rehabilitation works aimed at extending the lifespan of the pavement, enhancing road safety and imp…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

2 Zimbabweans in South African court for smuggling 33 children

Two Zimbabwean men have appeared briefly before the Musina Magistrate's Court in South Africa facing charges of aiding illegal immigrants and contravening immigration laws after they were allegedly caught transporting undocumented children…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

HEXCO releases 2025 results with 70% pass rate

The Higher Education Examinations Council (HEXCO) has released the results for the November/December 2025 national examination session, recording a national pass rate of 70 percent.In a statement, the Permanent Secretary for Higher and Ter…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Female police officers in Zimbabwe rise into senior positions

Deliberate efforts to capacitate women within the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have resulted in a significant increase in female officers assuming senior leadership positions, a development that was once uncommon in the organisation.Spea…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo blocked drains worsen situation

The Bulawayo Fire Brigade has responded to 15 flood-related incidents since the start of the 2026 rainy season, including cases at three schools - Vulindlela Primary, Nzwananzi Primary and Aislyby Primary - with one minor injury recorded.T…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's govt rolls out hotlines for potholes reporting

The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development's recent appeal for citizens to report potholes and urgent road defects through provincial hotlines is drawing mixed reactions, as questions mount over whether public reporting alon…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Highlanders FC 'appoints' Mwaruwari as head coach

Highlanders FC have reportedly appointed former Warriors captain and ex-Manchester City striker Benjani Mwaruwari as head coach, with indications that the Bulawayo giants are set to pay off South African tactician Thabo Senong.According to…

Published: 4 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo fire officer allegedly refuelled command vehicle twice daily

IT has emerged that a Bulawayo City Council (BCC) senior divisional fire officer in charge of the city's ambulance unit, Peter Dube, who is facing fraud charges involving 37 560 litres of diesel worth about US$54 637, allegedly refuelled h…