Government officials distributed twenty thousand dollars and ten boreholes to cross border entrepreneurs across Matabeleland North Province. The Presidential Fund allocation supports business development while the Borehole Drilling Scheme addresses water access needs. Cross Borders for Economic Development Association coordinated the distribution efforts during yesterday's gathering. More than three hundred members from seven provincial districts attended the Victoria Falls ceremony at Chinotimba Hall. The initiative aims to strengthen legitimate cross border commerce while reducing illegal smuggling activities.
Twelve selected beneficiaries will receive portions of the monetary support distributed across various districts. Association...
Industry leaders gathered at Victoria Falls for the Institute of People Management of Zimbabwe's 2025 Annual Human Resources Convention. The event centered on empowering people through digital transformation strategies. Human resources professionals and policymakers explored innovative approaches to workplace challenges. Convention participants examined methods for navigating evolving employment landscapes. Digital disruption and economic volatility dominated discussions throughout the gathering.
Nomore Nhema from the National Employment Council Tourism and Hospitality Industry praised Zimbabwe's labor relations achievements. Statutory bodies established under the Labour Act have strengthened workplace stability through dispute...
Detectives from CID Drugs and Narcotics apprehended Zheng Chunping following intelligence reports about alleged crystal methamphetamine distribution activities. The Chinese citizen faced charges of unlawful possession of dangerous drugs when he appeared before Harare magistrate Ruth Moyo. Authorities received the tip regarding suspected narcotics operations at his residence early Friday morning around 6:30am. Officers proceeded to Peachwood Village along Cecil Road where the suspect maintained his residence. The defendant did not enter a plea during his court appearance.
Law enforcement personnel positioned themselves at the entrance of the gated residential community and waited for Chunping's arrival. The suspect drove a black BMW X6...
Bulawayo City Council acknowledges that Sidojiwe Flats has become uninhabitable as infrastructure failures plague the 168-unit complex in Sizinda suburb. The three-story residential building suffers from collapsed water and sewage systems that create unsanitary conditions for hundreds of families. Broken windows force residents to patch openings with cardboard and plastic materials while blocked toilets produce overwhelming odors throughout common areas. Bat droppings accumulate in entryways as the municipal authority admits the structure violates basic health standards. Disease outbreaks threaten the overcrowded population that pays between twelve and thirty-six dollars monthly for substandard accommodations.
The council closed the...
Police arrested Oliver Sedze on charges of stealing livestock from his younger sibling. The 61-year-old Nyanga resident faces accusations of stealing seven cattle, valued at $4,000. Weston Sedze reported the theft after discovering his brother had removed the animals from their designated grazing location. David Goba had been caring for the entire herd of 22 cattle since June, when the incident occurred. Assistant Inspector Wiseman Chinyoka confirmed that authorities recovered neither the stolen animals nor the proceeds from their sale.
The theft stemmed from a financial obligation left by the brothers' deceased mother, Anna Sedze. She had contracted services from traditional healer Matthias Sithole for supernatural assistance...
Rural youth across Gwanda District have accessed transformative vocational training programs through an initiative spearheaded by legislator Dr Omphile Marupi. The comprehensive skills development effort targets nurse aide care, mortuary science, beauty therapy, and security services sectors. Dr Marupi, who serves as Deputy Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, partnered with private organizations and stakeholders to deliver these programs. The training addresses employment gaps while creating entrepreneurship opportunities for young people from rural communities. Multiple beneficiaries have already obtained formal positions with established organizations.
Security guard training launched the empowerment program...
The Women's Premier Soccer League title race remains unresolved following a deadlocked encounter between championship contenders Chapungu Queens and Herentals Queens in Gweru. Rudo Neshamba broke the deadlock within three minutes for the home side before Prayance Zwawanda restored parity seven minutes before the interval. The stalemate preserved Chapungu's position atop the standings despite sharing identical point totals with Correctional Queens. Both teams accumulated 37 points through their campaigns, though Chapungu maintains superiority through goal differential advantages. Herentals trails by two points in third position after failing to capitalize on their opportunity to claim the summit.
Neshamba continues her prolific scoring...
Zimbabwe's shisha tobacco auctions have generated substantial revenue as international demand surges for the specialized variety. The Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board reports sales of 401,705 kilograms valued at $13 million since the marketing season began. Cavendish Lloyd Tobacco operates under government licensing to facilitate domestic production of this water pipe tobacco. Auction floors have processed 5,235 bales with 4,720 finding buyers while 515 faced rejection for various quality issues. Prices have ranged from $0.10 to $5.75 per kilogram with an average of $3.35.
Production volumes demonstrate remarkable growth as farmers embrace this alternative crop. The 2023 harvest yielded 101,600 kilograms before jumping to 399,400...
Zimbabwe prepares to host the Southern Region Senior Athletics Championships after a decade-long absence from regional competition duties. The University of Zimbabwe will serve as the primary venue for the two-day event scheduled for July 26 and 27. More than 500 athletes and officials from all 13 SADC member nations will converge on Harare for the competition. The National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe confirms readiness for the high-profile championship return. Track facilities have undergone inspection with only minor improvements remaining for World Athletics compliance.
Government institutions have rallied behind the tournament through comprehensive support measures. The Sport and Recreation Commission and Ministry of Youth...
