A recent human rights report recorded over one hundred and thirteen violations across Zimbabwe last month. The Zimbabwe Peace Project states these abuses impacted more than six thousand people, predominantly women, through systematic intimidation and political coercion.
A major incident involved the forced eviction of thousands in Mt Hampden, where families were reportedly given less than an hour to leave before bulldozers arrived. The report notes that the relocated families were moved to areas lacking water and sanitation. It also details widespread political interference in distributing food aid and agricultural support, often conditioned on ruling party alignment.
The document cites at least twenty-nine specific violations...
Bulawayo City Council had to seek a donated compressor for its fire brigade due to slow local procurement rules. The equipment, used to charge breathing apparatus sets, broke down some time ago. Operation Florian, a UK-based firefighter charity, provided the replacement through a donor.
The compressor was shipped alongside a separate consignment for the City of Masvingo and is now ready for collection. Council minutes show approval for two fire brigade officers to retrieve it, with all related costs covered by the city. Operation Florian has a history of donating gear and providing training to the local fire service.
Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe recently praised this partnership after touring the Bulawayo fire station. He...
A police constable from the Criminal Investigations Department in Nkulumane and three accomplices appeared in court for attempted armed robbery. The accused, Wellington Ndoro, Felias Mvula, Julius Mugwagwa, and Silence Kwangwa, faced a Bulawayo magistrate following a failed home invasion in Victoria Falls last year.
Prosecutors allege the group targeted a resident, Casey Bean, after learning he kept large amounts of cash and valuables. They traveled from Bulawayo and scaled the property's wall before being spotted. A neighborhood watch team and police responded to the alert, causing the suspects to flee. Ndoro, who was waiting in a getaway car, was forced to stop when the pursuing vehicle rammed it from behind.
A manhunt led to the...
The Council of Churches in Africa is trying to stop fake prophets from using its name. Church president Rocky Moyo stated their goal is to unite congregations and promote genuine religious work. The group recently ordained twenty-six new bishops in Bulawayo, including women, to encourage transparency.
Moyo warned congregants about unlicensed prophets operating without proper certification. He advised people, especially women, to avoid so-called prophets who demand money or conduct unregistered spiritual sessions, noting some engage in criminal acts like rape. The church also recognized two hundred members who completed a three-year leadership institute program.
The council presented awards in twelve categories to honor various...
Zambia's parliament has passed a controversial constitutional amendment bill with overwhelming support. The legislation, known as Bill 7, introduces significant changes to the electoral system ahead of next year's national vote.
The new law increases the number of parliamentary seats and shifts the country to a mixed-member proportional representation model. It also allocates specific seats for women, youth, and disabled persons while removing term limits for mayors. Justice Minister Princess Kasune defended the bill as a covenant for fairness.
Opposition groups and civil society organizations had strongly opposed the measure, arguing it was rushed to benefit President Hakainde Hichilema and his UPND party. The political climate...
The Zimbabwe national football team has revealed its official formal attire for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. Designed through a collaboration between team partner 4May International and the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority, the bespoke outfits aim to showcase national pride off the pitch.
ZIFA President Nqobile Magwizi also confirmed financial support for the campaign, stating that President Emmerson Mnangagwa has allocated four hundred thousand dollars from his office to the Warriors. The team is placed in Group B with Egypt, South Africa, and Angola for the tournament in Morocco.
Controversial businessman and ruling party donor Wicknell Chivayo has gifted 1.8 million dollars to members of his church in Marondera. Each of the six thousand congregants will receive three hundred dollars cash and two gift hampers for Christmas.
This is the latest in a series of extravagant public donations from Chivayo, whose total disclosed giveaways this year reportedly exceed seventy-five million dollars. He is a frequent donor to various influencers, artists, and politicians connected to the Zanu PF party. The wealthy Intratrek Zimbabwe CEO, often seen with President Emmerson Mnangagwa, recently had a corruption investigation into a major election materials tender dropped by authorities.
The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission...
Newly promoted Premier League side HardRock FC has appointed Kelvin Kaindu as their head coach. The Zambian manager joins from Dynamos, having just secured their top-flight survival. He signed a two-year deal with the Kwekwe-based club.
Kaindu expressed his honor at joining the ambitious club during a pivotal moment. He acknowledged the difficulty of leaving Dynamos, a club he considers home after achieving their goal of avoiding relegation and winning a domestic cup.
HardRock chairman Shepherd Chahwanda stated his full confidence in the new manager. Kaindu hopes his departure leaves a positive relationship for future opportunities.
Zimbabwe's main medical aid industry group, the Association of Healthcare Funders, is dealing with major reputational damage. Its assets were recently seized by court officials over an unpaid unfair dismissal award exceeding thirty-seven thousand dollars. The case involves two former employees, Wadzanayi Chiweshe and Monica Garande, who were unlawfully fired last year.
CEO Shylet Sanyanga leads the organization. An arbitrator ruled the dismissals unlawful, ordering reinstatement and compensation. The association's delayed payment prompted the High Court sheriff to attach its property. The former staff described a hostile work environment and a lack of due process during their terminations.
Internal sources suggest deeper governance...
