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Mnangagwa wraps up Japan trip with major investment deals at Osaka World Expo
Zimbabwe's leader wrapped up his Japanese diplomatic mission after five days of business-focused activities. President Mnangagwa represented his nation at the World Expo 2025 ceremonies held in Osaka during the designated Zimbabwe National Day celebration. The head of state pursued investment opportunities while building stronger connections between the two countries through various official meetings. His delegation promoted Zimbabwe's business potential to Japanese partners throughout the visit. Economic cooperation and diplomatic relationships received fresh momentum from these bilateral discussions. The Zimbabwe-Japan Business Forum marked a significant milestone under the leadership of the President. Three formal agreements emerged...
Flo Petroleum fined in Harare for selling contaminated fuel at Donnybrook station
A Zimbabwean fuel company received a US$350 penalty after magistrate Gamuchirai Gore convicted the business of distributing tainted petroleum products. Ibhalabhala Private Limited operates under the name Flo Petroleum and must settle the financial penalty by July 25. The company faces its second contamination conviction within twelve months. Energy regulator ZERA discovered water mixed with gasoline at the firm's Donnybrook station during April inspections. Technician Shakespear Kunaka confirmed contamination through field testing and laboratory analysis that revealed substandard fuel quality. A separate July inspection at the company's Burnside location uncovered unleaded gasoline containing 23 percent ethanol content when regulations...
Zimbabwe Union of Journalists to elect new leaders at Harare congress in August
Zimbabwe's largest media workers organization will gather for its annual decision-making assembly this August. The Zimbabwe Union of Journalists plans to host a meeting in Harare on August 29 for discussions focused on employment protections and organizational development. George Maponga leads the union as president and announced the gathering through official channels, as constitutional requirements under Section 8 mandate an annual conference, as outlined in the union's bylaws. The assembly represents the organization's most powerful governing forum. Participants will review financial reports and hear updates from regional branches during scheduled sessions. Leadership elections will determine the new officers, while committee...
Murad Baseer predicts a wave of Pakistani investment as he bids farewell to Zimbabwe
Pakistani Ambassador Murad Baseer concluded his diplomatic mission in Zimbabwe with farewell meetings at the highest government levels. Acting President Dr. Constantino Chiwenga received the departing envoy during morning ceremonies. Baseer highlighted Zimbabwe's development opportunities and investment potential throughout his remarks. The ambassador expressed confidence that bilateral relations between both nations will continue expanding. His tenure witnessed increased cooperation across multiple economic sectors. Business exchanges between Pakistan and Zimbabwe gained momentum during Baseer's service. The Zimbabwe Agricultural Show attracted eighteen Pakistani companies last year as participants. Pakistani officials welcomed ten...
Bung Moktar Radin says Sabah Umno leaves past rifts behind ahead of state polls
Sabah Umno leader Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin dismisses attempts to resurrect past political disputes before the state election. The party chief responds to former minister Datuk Abdul Rahman Dahlan's recent comments about 2022 events. Bung Moktar acknowledges Rahman's right to voice personal opinions within a democratic party structure. He describes their previous disagreements as normal political differences that leadership resolved through collective consensus. The Sabah Umno head emphasizes that past decisions reflected careful consideration rather than personal motives. Bung Moktar criticizes media outlets for attempting to revive old controversies for their narratives. He declares Sabah Umno remains united and prepared for the...
Rapid KL expands on-demand van service to 12 new zones in Shah Alam and Klang
Rapid KL launches expanded On-Demand van coverage across twelve new zones in Shah Alam and Klang today. The service reaches areas such as Persiaran Dato Menteri-KTM Shah Alam, KTM Padang Jawa-Terminal 17, U12 Cahaya Alam, and Bandar Baru Klang. Taman Summit, Sri Andalas, Klang Jaya, Bandar Bukit Tinggi, and Bandar Puteri also gain access to the transportation network. Prasarana Malaysia subsidiary Rapid Bus announced the expansion as part of enhanced urban mobility efforts. The initiative aims to strengthen first-mile and last-mile connectivity for underserved communities. Acting Prasarana Group President Amir Hamdan emphasizes the need for equitable transportation access for all city residents. The company merges the Desa Pinggiran...
Durian orchard tragedy as elderly man found dead in Kuala Klawang shooting
A 67-year-old man died from what police believe was an accidental shooting at his durian farm in Kampung Bandar Tinggi, Kuala Klawang, Jelebu. Family members discovered the victim lying on the ground with blood around his body and contacted authorities at 10:45 PM. The man had traveled alone to his 2,023-hectare orchard that morning but failed to return home by evening. Officers found a makeshift wooden gun near the deceased during their initial examination. Police Chief Superintendent Azizan Said confirmed the discovery and subsequent investigation. Authorities transported the body to Rembau Hospital's Forensic Department for examination. The case is classification as a sudden death pending further analysis. Police have requested that...
Sungai Muar search intensifies as 62-year-old man vanishes from the bridge
Authorities continue searching for a 62-year-old man who disappeared near the Sungai Muar bridge yesterday morning. The victim's son contacted Tangkak police at 8:54 AM after losing communication with his father. Emergency responders launched immediate rescue operations when a stranger answered the missing man's phone from inside his abandoned vehicle. Police suspect the individual plunged into the river after leaving his car on Jalan Panchor-Grisek bridge. Superintendent Roslan Mohd Talib confirmed the incident remains under investigation as a missing person case. The man departed his Kampung Parit Tunggul home at 6 AM wearing traditional clothing and a checkered shirt. Public members discovered his grey Mazda CX-5 vehicle later that...
Abu Bakar Jais named Court of Appeal president after Abang Iskandar retires
Malaysia's judiciary receives new leadership as Datuk Abu Bakar Jais assumes the Court of Appeal presidency. The 63-year-old Federal Court judge steps into the role previously held by Tan Sri Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim, who concluded his tenure on July 3. Abu Bakar brings more than thirty years of legal expertise to his new position. His judicial path began in 2013 when he joined the Kuala Lumpur High Court as a Judicial Commissioner. The appointment marks another milestone in his distinguished career spanning multiple court levels. Abu Bakar's professional journey encompasses diverse legal roles before reaching the Federal Court bench in June 2023. He earned his law degree from Universiti Malaya between 1982 and 1986, later pursuing...
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