The Lang'ata cemetery faces fresh controversy as health officials clash with Nairobi county leaders over its future. Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni urged City Hall to shut down the facility due to health risks from overcrowding. County officials quickly rejected her intervention, stating cemetery matters fall under devolved functions. About 30 burials happen weekly at the site, which has been declared full since the early 2000s. Bodies are currently stacked in shallow graves as space runs out.
This adds to a history of problems at the 150-acre graveyard. In 2020, a developer illegally dug through graves to dispose of raw sewage from a nearby estate. Previous attempts to find alternative burial grounds have failed...
Many Zimbabweans question if independence celebrations remain meaningful as the nation marks 45 years since colonial rule ended. The holiday falls on Good Friday this year, creating an unusual overlap that sparks deeper reflection among citizens nationwide.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa hosted a Children's Party at Nyamuroro High School in Gokwe North District ahead of the main events. Officials promoted the theme "Zim@45: Devolve and Develop Together Towards Vision 2030" for the 2025 commemorations. Bulawayo Provincial Affairs official Mr. Nyoni urged people to listen to the Presidential address about self-determination.
Some citizens chose Easter observances instead of national festivities this April. Churches across Zimbabwe filled...
Cold weather didn't stop hundreds from joining Zimbabwe's 45th independence celebrations at Nemanwa Grounds in Masvingo District. The event buzzed with excitement as people gathered at Nemanwa Growth Point, part of the government's plan to spread national events across all regions.
Festivities began around 10 am when the crowd watched service chiefs arrive, led by 4 Infantry Brigade Commander Brigadier General Obert Tshuma. Minister Ezra Chadzamira, who served as the guest of honor for the Masvingo Provincial Affairs office, received cheers upon arrival before inspecting the parade. Dr Addmore Pazvakavambwa, Permanent Secretary for Masvingo Provincial Affairs, attended alongside other high-ranking government officials.
The celebration...
Zimbabwe marked its 45th Independence Day at a place called Uhuru Nakazi in Mashonaland West Province. The name carries special meaning as Uhuru means freedom in Swahili, and Nakazi translates to work. Provincial Affairs Minister Marian Chombo presented the President's address to those gathered. Local lawmaker Webster Shamu emphasized that hard work leads to progress for the nation. He pointed out the importance of the venue name, saying it represents both their freedom and need to work for national development.
The celebration highlights how Zimbabwe connects liberty with labor as the country moves forward. Officials chose the location deliberately to reinforce this message to citizens attending the event. The government wants people...
Qatar's leader sent good wishes to Zimbabwe's president for their national holiday.
Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani reached out to President Emmerson Mnangagwa with congratulations as Zimbabwe celebrated Independence Day. The Qatari Amir expressed his regards through an official cable message. Relations between the two nations continue through such diplomatic exchanges. The gesture maintains friendly ties between Qatar and the African nation.
This marks another instance of Qatar's active diplomatic engagement across different regions. Sheikh Tamim regularly communicates with world leaders during significant national occasions. Zimbabwe gained its independence decades ago, but still commemorates the important date annually. The...
War veterans are happy about their growing recognition under the Second Republic. Zanu PF Secretary Douglas Mahiya expressed their appreciation for receiving proper acknowledgment after years of waiting. He mentioned that the Presidential War Veterans Fund launch makes this year especially important because it addresses welfare concerns.
The government has made real progress helping former fighters through various programs. Housing construction represents one major achievement that veterans appreciate after 45 years of waiting. Mahiya noted their wishes for proper housing are finally becoming a reality through these empowerment initiatives.
Veterans believe Zimbabwe's President Mnangagwa's leadership has led the nation on the right...
St. Petersburg started running seasonal summer buses today as winter routes ended their service. The city Transport Committee announced five bus routes switched to summer schedules: 406, 555, 469, 475, and 485.
Routes 2KR and 3KR began operating earlier this week on April 15. Winter bus routes 469A and 475A stopped running completely until November 18, when they returned to city streets.
The Transport Organizer office also warned riders about changes due to road repairs on Moskovsky Prospekt. Several routes face temporary adjustments during the construction period.
Bus routes 12, 95, 159, 225, and trolleybus route 5 will operate differently starting April 19 through the end of service on April 20. These changes affect only ground...
LSR Group plans to build premium housing at the former Liviz liquor factory site on Sinopskaya Embankment in central St. Petersburg. The project will create 54,000 square meters of total space in the historic location.
The development includes 44,000 square meters of high-end residential units, 3,700 square meters of apartments, 2,800 square meters for commercial use, and 3,500 square meters dedicated to social infrastructure. Market experts say investment might exceed eight billion rubles for the entire project.
Developers intend to design the quarter with a loft-style aesthetic. Several historic buildings will remain but may feature modern attic additions on top of the original structures. The original factory complex dates back to...
Moldovan authorities prevented Bishop Markell from flying to Jerusalem for the Holy Fire ceremony. The Orthodox Church of Moldova bishop reported missing his flight after officials held him at Chisinau airport.
Airport staff searched him twice and kept his passports until 30 minutes after his plane departed. Bishop Markell claimed this action prevented Orthodox Moldovans from receiving the holy relic traditionally brought from Jerusalem on Holy Saturday.
The bishop has previously defended the Russian Orthodox Church, putting him at odds with Moldovan leadership. He called the incident an "outrageous decision" that mocked Orthodox believers who make up most of Moldova's population.
Opposition leader Alexei Lungu from the Chance party...
