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Buhera man caught stealing women's panties for bizarre sexual rituals
A traditional court heard shocking testimony about Augustine Marimo from Buhera. Community members accused him of stealing more than 30 pairs of women's underwear. He took the items from washing lines around Nemhari area. Headman Nemhari called the hearing after reports spread through the village. Marimo appeared with his mother Fridah Chiweshe and several victims. One woman discovered her missing underwear among the stolen items. The garment belonged to her deceased sister and held special meaning. She felt sick learning about its use during sexual acts. Marimo admitted using the stolen clothing for masturbation rituals. He described placing the underwear on his bed during these activities. The accused man explained his behavior to...
Ramaphosa fires DA deputy Whitfield over rogue US trip
President Cyril Ramaphosa removed Deputy Trade Minister Andrew Whitfield from his government position. Whitfield belongs to the Democratic Alliance party and served under the Government of National Unity. The presidency released a statement confirming the dismissal without giving specific reasons. Officials thanked Whitfield for his service and stated this action did not signal a broader cabinet change. Reports reveal Ramaphosa acted after Whitfield traveled to America during March without permission. The DA politician joined other party members on a trip to meet United States lawmakers and Trump administration officials. Party leaders described their visit as work aimed at improving relations between South Africa and America...
Nadia Nakai's flirty birthday note to bestie has fans talking
South African rapper Nadia Nakai shared a birthday message for her friend Ryan that sparked fan speculation. The post appeared unusually affectionate compared to her previous social media activity. Followers began questioning whether the message indicated romantic feelings. Many supporters expressed surprise at the tone of her words. The birthday tribute quickly became a trending topic across social platforms. Nakai lost her boyfriend AKA when gunmen killed the rapper during 2023. The tragic shooting devastated the music star and her fans nationwide. She withdrew from public appearances for several months after his death. Her return to entertainment has been gradual and carefully managed. The recent birthday post marks one of her most...
Club World Cup group stage wraps up tonight as 14 teams book spots
The FIFA Club World Cup group stage concludes tonight with two final matches from Group H. Fourteen soccer clubs have secured advancement to the tournament's next phase. Teams that finished first and second place advance from each group. The Round of 16 competition begins Saturday on June 28. Tournament organizers designed the format to reward top performers from the initial stage. Palmeiras and Inter Miami CF earned spots from Group A. Paris Saint-Germain and Botafogo advanced from Group B. SL Benfica and FC Bayern München moved forward from Group C. CR Flamengo and Chelsea qualified from Group D. FC Inter Milan and CF Monterrey progressed from Group E. Borussia Dortmund and Fluminense FC claimed Group F positions. Juventus FC and...
Jah Prayzah stuck after visa glitch cancels US shows
Zimbabwean musician Jah Prayzah called off his July 4th and 5th concerts in America after facing visa problems. The performer was set to appear in Washington DC and Dallas as part of his world tour. Embassy officials did not approve travel documents for him and his band members. He blamed technical errors on their application forms rather than political reasons. The artist attended visa appointments earlier but encountered form problems that forced him to restart the entire process. No new appointment slots opened up before his planned concert dates. American organizers and the US Consulate tried to help resolve the situation. Jah Prayzah praised their efforts despite the disappointing outcome. He rejected claims that authorities...
Chiwenga warns briefcase businessmen that their days are numbered
Zimbabwe Vice President Constantino Chiwenga attacked corrupt business practices during a Thursday speech at Victoria Falls. He addressed the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce congress about people who win government contracts through political connections. Chiwenga warned that punishment awaits those who abuse the system for personal gain. He criticized wealthy individuals who cannot explain their money sources or legitimate businesses. The vice president promised accountability for corrupt activities. Chiwenga appeared to target businessman Wicknell Chivayo without naming him directly. The government recently gave Chivayo's company a $437 million contract to supply cancer equipment. TTM Global Medical Exports operates from a...
IOL eats humble pie after bogus R800m laundering claim
A South African news company has apologized to Zimbabwean banker Raymond Chigogwana after falsely accusing him of financial crimes. Independent Online published a story claiming Chigogwana laundered 800 million rand through illegal activities. The article appeared on May 8 and suggested authorities from both countries were investigating the banker. Later research showed the accusations were completely false. Government officials had already approved all transactions as legal business dealings. Editor Lance Wittens wrote a formal apology letter admitting the publication made serious errors. He said someone appeared to be running a planned attack against Chigogwana through false media reports. The editor believes unknown financial...
Stanbic and MSU team up to fund five students with full scholarships
Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe has created a new partnership with Midlands State University to help students pay for college. The bank will give money to five students who cannot afford university fees. These students will receive full payment for their classes from August 2025 until they finish in 2029. The scholarship program costs 52,000 US dollars total. The bank will choose three female students and two male students for this program. Each student will also receive a laptop computer to keep. University officials held a ceremony at their Gweru campus to announce the partnership. Only students from Zimbabwe who need financial help can apply for these scholarships. Dr Gift Manyatera from the university said this program helps the school...
Mugabe's son Chatunga accused of leading wild AK-47 attack on guard
A security guard remains in critical condition after a brutal attack at a Zimbabwe gold mine near Mazowe. Bellarmine Chatunga, son of former President Robert Mugabe, allegedly led the Wednesday afternoon assault with several armed men carrying AK-47 rifles. The group stormed the Ultimate Mining site next to Grace Mugabe's property. Chatunga accused the security team of permitting illegal gold miners onto Mugabe family land. Workers described a terrifying scene as gunmen threatened staff members. Three employees suffered serious injuries during the violent confrontation. Medical reports show victims sustained broken skulls, ribs, cheekbones and limbs. A supervisor was shot when a weapon fired accidentally as he tried to stop the...
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