Zimbabwe music star Jah Prayzah gave back the fancy cars and money he got from rich businessman Wicknell Chivayo. People say he did this because everyone's worried about something called the "31 March Fear." This happens as Zimbabwe keeps facing big money problems. The news shocked many fans and raised questions about why artists take gifts from people connected to politics.
Jah Prayzah, whose real name is Mukudzeyi Mukombe, received some pretty sweet gifts from Chivayo. Back in January 2024, Chivayo handed him a 2023 Mercedes-Benz S500 worth about $180,000. Chivayo said he loved how Prayzah's music matched what the ruling Zanu PF party believes in. Later that year, Prayzah also got a Toyota Aqua for his kid to use going to school...
Police started looking into several car fires that happened early Friday morning. These attacks took place at companies located in Avondale, Highlands, Newlands, and Goromonzi. The criminals struck between midnight and 4 am on March 28, according to Commissioner Paul Nyathi, who speaks for the national police.
The bad guys used gasoline to burn the cars as they drove them. Commissioner Nyathi explained that these people set the vehicles on fire, then jumped out quickly. They escaped by hopping into other cars that waited nearby. The Zimbabwe Republic Police received multiple reports about these gasoline attacks on moving vehicles at business locations.
These burnings happened across several areas around the same time. The police...
The police in Zimbabwe just announced they're taking cars off the roads if they don't have license plates. They made it clear that nobody gets special treatment - even government cars face the same rules. You can only drive away with your car again after you finish all the required paperwork and procedures. The police want everyone to know that these rules apply across the board for all vehicles driving on Zimbabwe's roads.
Someone set fire to four cars early Friday morning outside properties connected to several wealthy men in Zimbabwe. The fires broke out at different spots across Harare between midnight and 4 AM. Police commissioner Paul Nyathi reported that drivers parked these vehicles near specific buildings, started the fires, and then jumped into waiting cars that sped away.
The targets included places linked to John Mangudya, who runs the Mutapa Investment Fund, businessman Wicknell Chivayo at his IMC Communications office in Avondale, and Kudakwashe Tagwirei, who operates from Argyle Road in Newlands. Attackers also burned a vehicle at a DA Motors fuel station in Highlands because people associate this company with Tagwirei.
Police believe...
Martin Lukato wants parliament to give him two weeks. The National Democratic Party leader needs time to check the new budget carefully. After looking at all the details, he plans to make a smart choice. Lukato believes Namibians should receive what they deserve from this financial plan.
He shared his thoughts after Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah presented the national spending plan on Thursday. The new N$106.3-billion budget for 2025/26 costs N$6.2 billion more than last year. The previous budget totaled N$100.1 billion, according to Shafudah, who heads finance and social grants management.
Job Amupanda also asked for the budget papers. The Affirmative Repositioning leader wants to read everything before Tuesday arrives. National...
Drinkers face higher prices after Finance Minister Erica Shafudah raised alcohol taxes by 6.75%, starting March 12, 2025. The tax hike hits your wallet differently depending on what you drink. Sparkling wine costs N$1.20 more per liter, and a 750ml bottle of spirits jumps up to N$5.53. Smokers pay more as well, with cigarette packs rising N$1 each.
The numbers show bigger changes across the board. Cigars cost an extra N$369.36 per kilogram, and fortified wine increases by 64 cents. Pure alcohol prices climb N$18.52 per liter. These increases affect every type of alcoholic drink you might buy at stores or bars throughout the country.
Shafudah revealed the national financial plan last Thursday in Parliament. The total budget reaches...
Zimbabwe and Algeria are working together thanks to a new agreement the Zimbabwean government just approved. This deal helps both countries share science and technology knowledge. They will exchange experts and build new skills together. The countries will research biotechnology, electronics, medicine, and computer systems as a team.
Working together should boost both countries with better technology and stronger economies. Dr. Jenfan Muswere from the Information Ministry announced the good news. He said the agreement creates ways for Zimbabwe and Algeria to solve problems together. Both countries face similar challenges in the science and technology fields.
South Korea promised yesterday to help Zimbabwe crush corruption. Both countries signed papers in Seoul to make it official. The South Korean Anti-Corruption boss, Mr. Ryu, felt happy about the growing friendships between their nations. He praised Zimbabwe for fighting against dirty deals and offered to share what his team knows.
South Korea has climbed to 30th place out of 180 countries in fighting corruption this year. Zimbabwe's corruption fighter, Mr. Michael Reza, wants to copy Korean methods like checking for risks and teaching government workers about honest behavior. Zimbabwe already promises officials to stay clean but plans to teach them more about doing the right thing.
Korean laws are strict against bribes and protect...
Zanu PF brought together thousands of backers yesterday at Chemhanza Grounds, Glen View South. They came to cheer for Tsitsi Tawomhera, who wants to win the April 12 special election. President Mnangagwa hopes the party can take over what used to be an opposition stronghold. The Youth League put together this big event where many important party officials showed up.
Youth Affairs boss Tino Machakaire felt sure Zanu PF would grab the seat from rivals. He pointed out how sewage runs right up to people's doors because opposition leaders failed their voters. He said only Zanu PF can fix these problems that plague urban areas. The government has started fixing roads, teaching computer skills to young people, and drilling wells for clean...
