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South Africa VP car riddled by six bullets
South African police started looking into an attack on Vice President Paul Mashatile. Someone shot his car six times as he traveled on the N12 highway after an African National Congress meeting in Borksburg. The public learned about this March 31 incident only when a newspaper reported it weeks later. Mashatile talked about what happened after attending church at KwaSizabantu in KwaZulu-Natal on April 20. He first thought stones had hit his car during the drive home from the meeting. His security team noticed serious damage later. They checked the vehicle because bulletproof glass usually resists damage easily. Keith Khoza, who speaks for Mashatile, confirmed that bullets struck the armored windshield multiple times. Despite this...
Harare public servants told to show up or face action
The Public Service Commission warned government workers who skip work during the planned stay away this Tuesday and Wednesday that missing work counts as failing their duties. Civil servants must report to their jobs as normal despite calls for protest from war veteran Blessed Geza. PSC officials believe their employees are disciplined enough to ignore these disruptive calls. Geza posted videos asking Zimbabweans to stay home until President Mnangagwa resigns. He claims the 82-year-old leader has vascular dementia and supports corruption. Geza also accuses Mnangagwa of trying to change the constitution for a third term. The commission reminded workers that their main job is serving Zimbabwe without interruption. They stated that...
Harare cops nabbed taking bribes on camera
Police arrested two officers after a viral video showed them taking bribes in downtown Harare. The female officer was filmed accepting money from suspects at Parkade Rank near Nelson Mandela Street. Police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed that Constable Mupandira and Constable Chirengendure face both criminal and internal disciplinary charges. The Commissioner-General stressed they won't tolerate corruption and will enforce the law fairly against everyone involved. Corruption runs deep throughout Zimbabwe's police force. Social media has become a powerful tool for catching corrupt officers, as brave citizens can secretly record these illegal activities. These recordings help fight against widespread bribery that was...
MWOS keep rolling with win over Dynamos
MWOS surprised everyone with their 1-0 win against Dynamos at Ngoni Stadium on Monday. They remain at the top of the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League table during their first season. Claude Mapoka scored the only goal after 52 minutes, giving Dynamos their third loss this season. The league newcomers keep their dream start alive. Sunday saw Ngezi Platinum tie with Highlanders 0-0 at Baobab Stadium. FC Platinum also tied 1-1 against Scottland. Champions Simba Bhora beat Chicken Inn 1-0 at Luveve Stadium. Kwekwe United failed to show up for their match at the Bata stadium. The PSL confirmed the match did not happen and awaits reports to decide what happens next. Other Sunday matches saw Bikita Minerals defeat Caps United 1-0 at Rufaro...
Banks open as Geza stayaway flops
Banks opened early Tuesday morning as people ignored calls to stay home from work. War veteran leader Blessed Geza wanted everyone to protest President Mnangagwa's leadership, but few listened. Buses brought workers to Harare and Bulawayo just like normal days. Police watched the streets carefully but found nothing unusual happening anywhere. Government officials said the strike failed. Normal business continued across Zimbabwe without problems. Police reported peaceful conditions throughout the country. The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair kept going with many visitors filling the parking lots. Companies from twenty-eight nations joined this important business event. Geza claims the president manages poorly and allows massive...
US general gets heat for Burkina gold comments
African people feel angry after US General Michael Langley said Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traoré misuses gold money for himself instead of his country. Many users posted harsh comments online about these claims. They think America should mind its business about how African leaders handle their resources. People across the continent question why the US stays quiet when foreign companies take African wealth, but complain when leaders control their assets. Traoré came to power in 2022 through military action. He stands against outside influence from Western nations. This criticism shows growing frustration with how Western countries talk down to African nations. Some people compare General Langley to someone who enforces Western...
Treasury under fire over Gaingrid cash scandal
Zimbabwe faces another money scandal with a company called Gaingrid Investments. This firm has links to gold dealer Scott Sakupwanya, who serves as a Zanu PF lawmaker. The government paid them almost 100 million US dollars through what insiders call a corrupt gold program. Treasury head George Guvamatanga approved these payments despite serious questions about the deal. Documents show the original 60 million dollar agreement grew much larger without clear reasons. The company was hired to buy gold for the government, but received extra money as incentives. War veterans leader Blessed Geza says Sakupwanya connects directly to President Mnangagwa. Nobody knows who exactly runs Gaingrid because the company records hide this information...
PSC warns public servants dont ditch work
The Public Service Commission has warned government workers not to participate in the planned stay-away on April 22 and 23, 2025. They said skipping work counts as failing duties and disobeying orders. Officials are concerned about online messages circulating that encourage public servants to skip their duties. The PSC believes staff members understand their responsibilities and will ignore these harmful calls. They reminded everyone that public workers must continue to serve Zimbabwe without interruption. Both days are regular workdays for all government employees, except those with approved time off. Everyone is expected to arrive during normal working hours and stay late if necessary. Participating in protests that harm service...
Police beef up security as Geza stayaway looms
Police beefed up security across Zimbabwe after former party member Blessed Geza called for protests. The stay-away should happen April 22-23, 2025. Officers will arrest anyone who causes trouble during these days. People can move freely around the country with police watching every area. Law enforcement has spread throughout cities, homes, and factories to keep peace. The protest calls came during the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair in Bulawayo. Many foreigners are expected to visit this event, with Mozambique President Daniel Chapo expected to attend. Police promise safety for all visitors attending the fair. Officials want business to continue normally despite protest threats. Geza lost his place in the ruling party last year for...
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