RioZim Limited has resumed production at its Renco Mine subsidiary in Masvingo after an 11-month closure, adding 356 workers to bring total employment to 1,126 people. The facility has yielded 20 kilograms of gold since restarting on September 1, with most employees drawn from nearby Nyajena communities where alternative job opportunities remain limited, according to group chief executive Rajgopal Swami.
The mining company plans to restart its larger Cam and Motor Mine operation in Kadoma, where dewatering of the open-cast pit began in late October. RioZim has also converted illegal miners at Dalny Mine into licensed artisanal operators through a tribute arrangement with the Chakari community.
Swami said the company intends to launch...
Gcina Warabile Mhlanga has established herself as an arts administrator and cultural strategist in Bulawayo while honoring the legacy of her father, renowned playwright Cont Mhlanga. As the eldest daughter of the Amakhosi Cultural Centre founder, she has taken a central role in reviving the institution he created in 1982, which had faced near-closure before her efforts restored its position as a hub for artistic development and youth programs.
Mhlanga serves as both arts administrator at the center and chairperson of the Amakhosi Foundation Trust, overseeing initiatives like the Amateur Arts Development Programme. Her work extends to a board position at Fair Talk Communications, where she leads the programming committee for two radio...
Bulawayo Chiefs received their Zifa Southern Region Division One championship trophy on Sunday, one day after officials dismissed allegations of improper player registration that had cast doubt over their title win. The club secured promotion to the Premier Soccer League following a 2-0 victory at Chiefs Village, with Lewis Milanzi and Jameson Masaza providing the goals in their final match of the season.
Hwange FC and Nkayi United had filed complaints concerning striker Anesu Saiti, claiming his mid-season transfer from Bulawayo City violated league regulations because he had already appeared for his former club during the same campaign. The challengers argued that Bulawayo City failed to provide the required clearance documentation...
Sifiso Yolanda Sibanda, who performs as DJ Sfiso, has received her first major recognition with a nomination for Outstanding Club DJ at the Bulawayo Arts Awards. The Bulawayo-based artist, who has recently expanded her performances to Harare, will compete against established names including Kotwane Hikwa, Nospa and Mzoe in the category.
The 32-year-old DJ began her musical journey playing instruments in church before transitioning to virtual deejaying and sound design. She has since become one of the few women regularly performing in nightlife venues across Zimbabwe's club scene. Sibanda has already shared stages with notable acts such as Mellow & Sleazy, Leemckrazy and Ryan Synth, establishing her presence among recognized DJs in the...
A 32-year-old officer from Mabvuku Police Station faces criminal abuse of office charges after authorities caught him allegedly impersonating a traffic officer and soliciting bribes in Harare. Prosper Nyamurowa appeared in court and was remanded in custody, with his bail hearing scheduled for today.
On November 6, Nyamurowa wore his full police uniform despite being off duty and conducted unauthorized traffic enforcement at the intersection of Julius Nyerere Way and Kenneth Kaunda Avenue. Authorities say he stopped Chinese national Huang Yao, who was driving a LINXIS van, and entered the vehicle to demand $100 for an unspecified traffic violation.
Members of the Harare Province Anti-Corruption Unit, including Webster Makukutu and...
Authorities in Zimbabwe plan to release the identities of seven artisanal miners who perished at Auriga 47 Mine in Silobela, Midlands Province, after floodwaters filled their underground shaft following intense rainfall on Tuesday, November 5. National Police spokesperson Paul Nyathi stated that officials will announce names once families complete identification procedures for the victims, whose bodies were recovered from the flooded mine on Thursday, November 7.
The miners were operating inside the shaft at Base Mineral Block in Nzwananzwi Village when heavy rains caused the collapse that trapped them beneath the surface. Recovery operations concluded two days after the initial incident at the site.
Zimbabwe has completed rehabilitation of a 3.6-kilometer section along the Bulawayo to Victoria Falls Highway in Hwange as part of nationwide infrastructure modernization efforts under the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme. Bitumen World finished construction on Friday through a contract covering 32 kilometers of the route, with 14 kilometers now complete and an additional 10 kilometers scheduled for delivery before year-end.
Construction engineer Peace Takudzwa Harare stated that eight contractors are simultaneously working to finish all 440 kilometers connecting the two cities within 10 months. Each toll plaza will receive weighbridge installations to prevent overloaded vehicles from damaging newly surfaced roads, while...
Zimbabwe's government characterized the Knockmalloch Housing Project in Chegutu as a significant achievement in its residential construction initiative, demonstrating dedication to delivering contemporary and affordable dwellings to citizens under Vision 2030. The Urban Development Corporation is implementing the development alongside the Ministry of National Housing and Social Amenities to produce over 3,500 residential units, representing one of the nation's largest active public housing undertakings.
Corporation chief executive Joey Shumbamhini stated the project supports governmental efforts to provide adequate housing access while stimulating employment and economic expansion. Housing Minister Zhemu Soda disclosed in August that...
A cashier at Dairibord Zimbabwe Limited faces embezzlement charges after allegedly stealing $179,612 from the dairy manufacturer through unauthorized loans and personal spending. Helen Murenha, 40, appeared before a Harare magistrate and remained in custody pending a bail hearing.
Senior internal auditor Tawanda Chinembiri discovered the theft on Monday, November 5, during a routine examination that revealed a $54,612 shortfall in Murenha's accounts. The accused admitted to providing unauthorized loans to four company clients, with investigators recovering $35,166 from three businesses. Additional examination on Tuesday uncovered that Murenha had redirected $125,000 intended for Victor Farm Private Limited by creating false...
