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Bulawayo man gets 10 years for copper cable theft worth 750 bucks
A Bulawayo man got the mandatory decade for copper cable theft. Zororai Musvasviki received a ten-year sentence after security guards caught him with seventeen kilograms of wire. The material, valued at seven hundred fifty dollars, was found during a patrol in the Belmont industrial area. Guards from the Cold Storage Company spotted Musvasviki carrying a suspicious sack. They searched it and discovered insulated wiring bundles and rewound wire inside. He could not explain his possession of the copper when questioned at Donnington Police Station. The arrest highlights ongoing issues with vandalism causing power outages across Bulawayo. The electricity utility ZETDC is replacing copper cables with aluminum ones to deter theft. They lose...
Dambudzo Mnangagwa recalls betrayal, torture, and a decade in Rhodesian jail
A president just detailed how he was sold out and tortured. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa recounted his arrest after a comrade betrayed him to Rhodesian forces. He was captured at Michael Mawema's house in Highfield while preparing a report for Herbert Chitepo in Lusaka. Black CID officers under the regime tortured him in a room called A20 at Harare Central Police Station. He described being hung upside down in leg irons and subjected to waterboarding. His parents visited from Northern Rhodesia, now Zambia, but he urged them to return home. Mnangagwa served a full imprisonment term for sabotage activities with the Crocodile Gang. He was eventually released at the Victoria Falls border, a neutral zone between Zimbabwe and Zambia. The...
Daboe Ncube’s Bulawayo gig packs in fans, vows bigger return
A hometown gospel gig absolutely packed the house recently. South Africa-based musician Daboe Ncube drew a big crowd in Bulawayo for a worship event full of musical prayer. The show featured a lineup of local talent, creating a spirited atmosphere for attendees. Opening act Psalms Revealed delivered powerful songs that connected with the audience. Seasoned performer Mai Mwamuka followed, leading a session of intense prayer during her set. Ncube then took the stage, playing tracks from his latest project and some unreleased material. Saxophonist Vuyo Sax performed cover songs, raising the energy level further. Veteran singer Lorraine Maplanka closed the night, calming the crowd with her smooth vocals. The variety of acts provided a...
Khami inmates swap cells for theology diplomas in rehab push
Hardened criminals are hitting the books for a theology degree behind bars. Inmates at Khami Prison completed a religious studies program run by the Greater Grace Bible College, with fifty-two prisoners and three correctional officers graduating. The effort is a partnership between the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service and the college, focusing on spiritual renewal and personal change. Among those finishing the course was Rodney Jindu, an individual serving a double life term for murder. The program assesses both academic work and demonstrated positive character development in participants. Lessons are provided by the Teach Every Nation organization, involving assignments and examinations. College principal Pastor Godfrey...
Econet Zimbabwe sees big value in splitting off infrastructure business
That telecom giant wants to chop itself up for cash. Econet Wireless Zimbabwe plans to separate its infrastructure business, claiming this will highlight asset value and sharpen spending. Group secretary Tatenda Ngowe said the move shows a focus on shareholder returns in a digital market. The company keeps investing in network upgrades and artificial intelligence tools. These systems handle fault detection, fraud prevention, and personalized customer interactions. Over one hundred new base stations were added nationwide, including many lightweight sites for underserved communities. A core network expansion for voice and data is finished, aimed at boosting service quality. A new automated billing platform is nearly ready for launch...
Chenhaka Trust eyes bold push to make arts central in Zimbabwe
A heritage guardian group wants to make arts policy a real economic force. The Chenhaka Trust is pushing to uplift both rural and city communities through creative sector development. Their name translates to a mission of preserving cultural legacy. Executive Director Taurai Moyo stated that their work empowers the Cultural and Creative Industries. They focus on arts education, business training, and digital skills. The trust also champions youth involvement, gender equity, and environmental causes. The organization convened a major policy dialogue with participants from all Zimbabwean provinces. Cultural professionals, private sector members, and funders like the Culture Fund of Zimbabwe Trust attended. The European Union Delegation...
ICPC charges Mike Ozekhome with a fake passport in the London house saga
A big-shot lawyer landed in deep trouble over a fancy London home. The ICPC charged Senior Advocate Mike Ozekhome for using a fake passport to claim a property tied to the late General Jerry Useni, a former FCT Minister. The house on Randall Avenue was supposedly a gift for legal work. Ozekhome claimed a man named Tali Shani gave him the place. A UK tribunal later found that the person did not exist. Authorities say the lawyer presented a fraudulent Nigerian passport for this fictional benefactor during proceedings. Immigration records show the passport number was defective and never assigned to anyone. The anti-corruption commission filed three separate charges against the lawyer. These include receiving property linked to a felony...
Tiwa Savage gets real about son, says bond took years to build
A major singer admitted she felt crushing disappointment after her son's birth. Tiwa Savage revealed she cried upon learning her baby was a boy, having always wanted a daughter. She struggled to bond with her child for an extended period afterward. Savage recalled how motherhood changed her physique, noting her body did not bounce back quickly. She lost a promotional deal with Pepsi as a result, feeling her son had ruined everything. The artist described looking horrible and believing her career was destroyed during that time. Her perspective transformed completely as the years passed. Savage now calls her son Jamil Balogun her closest friend. She emphasizes raising him to be a good man as her most important mission. The singer...
Fans rattle as Mihlali Ndamase stalker drama takes a weird turn
A popular influencer's stalker drama just got a creepy public response. Beauty content creator Mihlali Ndamase revealed a person had been following and photographing her without consent, with the harassment affecting her family's security. The man she identified answered her claims online with a series of vague and unsettling messages. The situation ignited fierce discussion about safety for public figures. Social media users expressed alarm, urging Ndamase to contact police authorities. Many supporters emphasized the seriousness of stalking and harassment. Reactions to the alleged stalker's cryptic posts were divided. Some interpreted them as threatening, while others called for evidence and legal procedures. The exchange highlighted...
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