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Bosso arrives at Rufaro ready to twist the knife in Scottland
Scottland faces mounting pressure when Highlanders arrives at Rufaro Stadium on Sunday. The Mabvuku-based club has struggled on home ground, collecting merely four points from their previous twelve available. Recent defeats against TelOne and CAPS United have exposed defensive vulnerabilities that visiting teams continue to exploit. Coach Tonderai Ndiraya acknowledges these shortcomings while his team sits fourth on the league table. The nine-point gap separating Scottland from leaders Simba Bhora and MWOS threatens their championship aspirations. Highlanders enters this fixture with renewed confidence following their victory over GreenFuel. The Bulawayo side recognizes an opportunity to capitalize on their opponents' home form...
Zimbabwe and Palestine unite against Israel and Western sanctions
Palestinian Ambassador Dr Tamer Almassri conducted diplomatic talks with Vice President Kembo Mohadi at government offices in Harare. The envoy briefed Zimbabwe's leadership on escalating violence against Gaza civilians amid ongoing conflict with Israeli forces. Both nations share experiences with international sanctions and colonial struggles that strengthen their partnership. The ambassador highlighted Zimbabwe's consistent backing for Palestinian positions within United Nations forums and African Union meetings. Their discussion emphasized mutual support between countries facing similar external pressures. Almassri described current conditions as genocidal attacks violating international legal standards. He criticized global double...
Govt's Matopos Genebank is selling bull semen for US$5 a straw
The Matopos Research Institute operates Zimbabwe's premier livestock genetics facility, which began operations last October through climate resilience funding. Green Climate Fund resources supported the establishment via a partnership between the agriculture ministry and United Nations Development Programme. Since opening, the center has attracted 223 farming clients seeking genetic services and materials. The facility specializes in preserving indigenous cattle breeds that demonstrate superior adaptation to challenging environmental conditions. Principal Research Officer Bruce Tavirimirwa oversees operations at this genetics preservation hub. Staff members have completed 744 semen processing procedures focusing primarily on Tuli and...
Unlicensed kombi driver Derek Mloyi leaves pedestrian for dead
A Bulawayo commuter omnibus operator faced negligent driving charges after striking a pedestrian during evening hours on Khami Road. Derek Mloyi appeared before Western Commonage Magistrate Archie Wochiwunga following the March 27 incident that left Dumisani Ncube hospitalized. The 29-year-old Nkulumane resident allegedly failed to maintain proper vigilance while operating his Toyota Hiace vehicle. Prosecutor Audrey Kufandikanwe stated that excessive speed contributed to the collision that occurred around 7:40 pm. Medical personnel at Mpilo Central Hospital treated Ncube for severe injuries sustained during the accident. Defense arguments centered on Mloyi's claim that he attempted evasive maneuvers when encountering oncoming traffic...
School neglect forced Gwanda kids into illegal mining
The Earthworks company has begun constructing Dubane Primary School within a Gwanda District resettlement community where children previously trekked 10 kilometers to reach educational facilities. The private firm's director, Charles Kunjani, explained that students faced dangerous journeys through dense vegetation to attend Colleen Bawn Primary or Tshindeni Primary schools. Community members had struggled for over two decades to gather sufficient resources for this educational project. The company plans to finish a classroom block before year-end, enabling Early Childhood Development enrollment by 2026. Earthworks will additionally create recreational facilities to engage youth and prevent substance abuse. Gwanda District Schools...
Zimbabwe's dairy industry facing collapse says new report
Zimbabwe's agriculture ministry has urged stakeholders to embrace technological advancement and streamline distribution networks within the nation's dairy industry. Professor Obert Jiri addressed participants during the release of a comprehensive competitiveness assessment conducted jointly by the National Competitiveness Commission and Zimbabwe Dairy Industry Trust. The analysis examines opportunities for growth while identifying obstacles that hinder sector development. Ministry officials emphasized the necessity of enhanced breeding programs and improved animal health protocols. Strategic investment in processing facilities will enable producers to meet regional and international quality standards. The dairy sector generates...
Mpofu and Chimombe's 32,500 goats vanished into thin air
Prosecutors rejected discharge applications from Moses Mpofu and Mike Chimombe in their US$7.7 million fraud case involving the Presidential Goat Pass-On Scheme. State attorneys Whisper Mabhaudhi and Loveck Masuku filed written responses at High Court dismissing defense arguments about insufficient evidence. The prosecution maintains that substantial proof exists linking both defendants to fraudulent activities. Officials argue the evidence clearly establishes a prima facie case requiring the accused to present their defense. The case centers on alleged misrepresentation and document forgery during the government tender process. Zimra and National Social Security Authority officials testified that submitted tax clearance and compliance...
Govt celebrates the Zhombe road after 16 fatal accidents
Government officials completed the ZWG$14 million rehabilitation of the Kwekwe-Zhombe Road on Friday, delivering relief to motorists who previously endured hazardous travel conditions. The 40-kilometer project connects Kwekwe district with Gokwe North and South districts as part of Zimbabwe's infrastructure development campaign. Minister Owen Ncube commissioned the roadway at Zororo Shopping Centre in Zhombe, highlighting the achievement as evidence of President Mnangagwa's leadership priorities. The rehabilitation forms part of broader infrastructure initiatives aimed at achieving upper-middle income status by 2030. Officials accelerated the project ahead of Independence Day commemorations hosted in Gokwe North District. Construction...
Govt celebrates Zhombe road after 16 fatal accidents
Government officials completed the ZWG$14 million rehabilitation of the Kwekwe-Zhombe Road on Friday, delivering relief to motorists who previously endured hazardous travel conditions. The 40-kilometer project connects Kwekwe district with Gokwe North and South districts as part of Zimbabwe's infrastructure development campaign. Minister Owen Ncube commissioned the roadway at Zororo Shopping Centre in Zhombe, highlighting the achievement as evidence of President Mnangagwa's leadership priorities. The rehabilitation forms part of broader infrastructure initiatives aimed at achieving upper-middle income status by 2030. Officials accelerated the project ahead of Independence Day commemorations hosted in Gokwe North District. Construction...
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