Walmart will launch its first South African location at Clearwater Mall in Roodepoort on an unspecified date. The retailer plans to stock products from local suppliers alongside international merchandise that includes food, clothing, electronics and home goods. A team of 80 employees will operate the facility west of Johannesburg.
The store features Drew Barrymore's Beautiful appliance collection and imported candy brands rarely available in the country. Executives said the layout emphasizes wide aisles, clear department transitions and adequate lighting to enhance the customer experience. Manager Onicca Mothapo began her retail career as a cashier and considers the assignment a career milestone after 20 years in the industry.
Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch FC will each receive at least $400,000 after advancing to the CAF Confederation Cup group stages. The South African clubs earned their places by winning preliminary matches and can increase their payouts to $550,000 by reaching the quarterfinals. Chiefs eliminated Kabuscorp from Angola and AS Simba from Congo, while Stellenbosch continued its continental campaign after last season's semifinal appearance.
The financial rewards represent a boost for both teams under CAF President Patrice Motsepe's expanded prize structure. The Chiefs last competed at this level in 2021 when the team lost the Champions League final to Al Ahly. Officials will conduct the group stage draw on Monday in Johannesburg to determine...
Two Harare residents received six-month prison sentences after authorities discovered them wearing items taken from a break-in that netted groceries and clothing valued at $500. Takudzwa Munetsi, 27, and Brian Madakudya, 29, entered a woman's residence on Aug. 26 while she was away and forced entry through doors and windows. The Mbare Magistrate's Court handed down 12-month terms, but suspended half under conditions requiring restitution of $497 and good conduct in the future.
The victim identified Madakudya on Oct. 2 after spotting him in her stolen garment and contacted the police. Officers arrested both men and recovered only $3 worth of property, as the pair had already sold most of their items. Prosecutors with the National...
A convicted murderer serving a life sentence in Chikurubi Maximum Prison has proposed forming a Prisoners for ED advocacy group to support President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Tapiwa Makore Senior made the request on Tuesday, October 29, while speaking with Justice Permanent Secretary Vimbai Nyemba. The Herald Zimbabwe shared a video of his remarks, which prompted widespread anger from citizens who remembered his 2020 conviction for killing his seven-year-old nephew.
Social media users condemned the state newspaper for giving attention to someone found guilty of such violence. Many questioned why authorities allowed him to speak publicly about politics. Critics suggested he was attempting to gain favor with officials for possible release or...
A new study shows that most Zimbabwean students complete primary school without basic literacy or math skills. The report from the African Union, UNESCO and the African Centre for School Leadership found only one in six children reach minimum proficiency by graduation. The assessment was released on Wednesday, October 30, in Ghana, highlighting that 22 percent of the poorest students never complete primary education.
Schools lack essential resources and clear standards for instruction. Zimbabwe lacks a comprehensive policy for primary grades and does not provide teacher guides for reading or math. Approximately 78 percent of principals report that administrative tasks overshadow educational priorities. UNESCO officials noted that just...
Former Zimbabwe international Gabriel Nyoni has called for retired players to take active roles in developing the country's football future as the federation searches for a new national team coach. The ex-Highlanders and CAPS United winger posted on social media that the next generation of players needs guidance from those who understand the game's demands. He emphasized his readiness to teach and mentor young athletes.
Nyoni believes experienced former internationals possess valuable insights that can strengthen youth development systems and prepare players for international competition. He advocates for comprehensive support structures that include mentorship programs and career planning beyond playing days. The approach mirrors...
Former Zimbabwe international Willard Katsande has publicly backed Stuart Baxter as a potential coach for the Warriors national team. Katsande posted on Facebook asking whether the former Bafana Bafana manager could help restore the squad to its previous standing. The ex-captain cited their successful partnership at Kaizer Chiefs, where Baxter delivered league titles and cup victories through tactical discipline and structured play.
Baxter previously transformed South Africa's national side into a defensively solid unit that competed effectively across the continent. His methods emphasized organization and mental preparation, qualities that lifted Bafana Bafana's reputation regionally. Katsande suggested that Baxter's familiarity with...
Zimbabwe's president opened advanced grain storage facilities at a Mutare depot on Wednesday, marking a significant step in the country's food security strategy. The complex features seven silos with a combined capacity of 56,000 tonnes and uses artificial intelligence to monitor grain conditions and minimize waste. Each unit holds 8,000 tonnes and operates with automated systems that track quality in real time.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa said the technology will help preserve harvests and protect against drought-related shortages. The facility matches a similar installation completed in Kwekwe in May and represents part of a two-year plan to build modern storage at 14 locations nationwide. Equipment at the site processes 100 tonnes...
A truck collided with a Honda Fit on the Bulawayo-Beitbridge Highway on Wednesday morning, killing two people and leaving a toddler in critical condition. The crash happened near the March Binding area when the truck struck the smaller vehicle from behind. One victim was a school pupil, and emergency responders transported the injured child to the hospital by ambulance.
Bulawayo Fire and Rescue Services Chief Fire Officer Mhlangano Moyo said crews freed passengers trapped in the wreckage. Initial reports suggest the truck was traveling toward Bulawayo and failed to yield before hitting the Honda Fit, which was coming from Sipezeni. Authorities continue to investigate the collision and have urged drivers to use caution on this highway...
