Oswald Katuwe is on the run after scamming people by pretending to still be a government official. His fake liquor license schemes have led to a public warning.
Public warned about the fraudulent activities of Oswald Katuwe
Katuwe was fired from the Public Service on 7 February 2025.
He falsely claimed to be a government official handling liquor licenses.
Katuwe reportedly solicited payments for liquor license processing.
The Ministry of Local Government has labeled his actions criminal.
Ministry urges the public to stay away from Katuwe
Any dealings with Katuwe are at the public’s own risk.
The Ministry has made it clear that Katuwe isn’t authorized to act on their behalf.
Business owners and citizens are urged to report him to law...
Walter Magaya’s properties are heading to auction this Friday, 27 February, with some major assets on the line. His financial troubles have led to a big sell-off.
Properties set to be auctioned include Prayer Mountain
Around 30 properties, including Prayer Mountain, will be sold.
The auction is being handled by Graham & Douglas under the Sheriff’s Office.
The well-known Prayer Mountain is among the key assets being auctioned.
A house in Prospect is also on the list for sale.
No Yadah Hotel or Heart Stadium on the auction block
Contrary to rumors, the Yadah Hotel and Heart Stadium aren’t part of the sale.
The auction only includes properties like Prayer Mountain and a house on Smuts Road.
Auction details clarified after conflicting...
A ZPCS officer is in hot water for allegedly helping a convicted rapist escape from Plumtree Prison. This daring jailbreak spanned countries, but the manhunt eventually led to his capture.
ZPCS officer arrested for aiding escape
Yusufu Yusufu helped Mike Mathe break out of Plumtree Prison.
Mathe evaded police using drones and gunfire before fleeing to Malawi.
The officer allegedly accepted a debt repayment to assist in the escape.
Yusufu faces charges and is out on $100 bail, awaiting his hearing.
Mathe’s daring escape and cross-border flight
Mathe cut through three bars over five days, hiding his work as routine.
He escaped in the early hours of 15 November 2025.
After hiding in the bush, he made his way to Malawi, working as a...
Zimbabwe's mopane worm supply is running dry, and traders are turning to Botswana, driving prices through the roof. With local stocks scarce, it's getting more expensive to satisfy the demand.
Traders turning to Botswana for mopane worms
Poor local harvests have traders buying from Botswana this year.
Gwanda and Plumtree saw weak harvests, leaving shortages behind.
Vendors are now sourcing worms from Palapye, Selebi-Phikwe, and more.
The added costs are pushing prices up, with buckets hitting US$50-$80.
High costs and border hurdles push up prices
Transportation, permits, and accommodation make sourcing costly.
Traders say price hikes are simply covering operational expenses.
Customers are frustrated, but the costs are out of their...
OK Zimbabwe is fighting to survive after suppliers cut ties and stopped credit. The company’s financial situation went south fast, and now it’s under corporate rescue.
OK Zimbabwe enters corporate rescue
The board filed for corporate rescue on 23 February 2026.
Bulisa Phillimon Mbano from Grant Thornton is in charge.
Suppliers stopped trading with OK Zimbabwe after cutting credit terms.
The retail giant faces major challenges after stock shortages hit hard.
Despite US$20 million raised, confidence is still shaky
The rights offer didn’t restore supplier trust or solvency.
Stock shortages led to plummeting revenue and worsened cash flow.
Debt repayments and capital expenses drained funds last year.
The board sees potential for a...
Walter Magaya’s Yadah Hotel is in deep trouble after a police raid uncovered a stash of illegal medicines. The hotel’s facing charges over some seriously shady stock.
Yadah Hotel caught with unapproved medicines
Police uncovered unregistered drugs at the hotel in Harare.
Director Donald Makuvaza pleaded guilty to possessing unapproved meds.
The case is set for a hearing on 10 March.
Medicines found include antibiotics, creams, and injections.
The raid followed a tip-off about illegal stock
CID detectives raided a hotel room on 15 November 2025.
They found a variety of drugs, including fluconazole and metronidazole.
Records tied the meds to a person named Happiness Mavindire.
No legal permission to hold these unapproved drugs, say...
Two former footballers are facing 12 years behind bars after being convicted of drug trafficking. They got caught with a hefty stash and can’t escape their fate.
Ex-footballers sentenced for drug trafficking
Abbas Amidu and Reuben Mhlanga each get 12 years in prison.
The two were busted with 750 kg of dagga in June 2025.
Their conviction marks a major win in the battle against drugs.
ZRP confirms crime doesn’t pay.
ZRP praises the public for help in tackling crime
Police commended citizens for their role in the bust.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police thanked the public for keeping drug dealers in check.
They highlighted the importance of cooperation in solving cases like this.
Sanyati residents are sending a direct message to their MP, Polite Kambamura, to reject the controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3. If he doesn't listen, they’ll make their voices heard.
Polite Kambamura urged to oppose Bill No. 3
Sanyati's electorate expects him to stick to their will.
They want him to reject outside pressures or personal gain.
Kambamura’s role is to represent 25,000 voters, not bow to external influences.
They won’t stay quiet if he supports the Bill.
Residents praise MP but want him to steer clear of proposed changes
They recognize Kambamura’s work in the constituency.
They push him to stand firm against the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3.
They are set to protest if he goes against their wishes...
President Mnangagwa has called on party members and departments to ramp up efforts in grassroots mobilisation, entrepreneurship, and strategy execution to strengthen unity and drive national progress.
Mobilisation and leadership
Mnangagwa emphasized that the politburo will continue leading as the driving force behind national growth.
Party leaders are expected to push clear, implementable programs to deliver remarkable results this year.
Members are urged to lead by example and create impactful, time-bound initiatives to foster growth.
Economic policies and entrepreneurship
The Zanu PF-led government is focusing on fiscal discipline and boosting productivity across all sectors.
Mnangagwa praised local businesses, especially those...
