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Zimbabwe cheers as Coventry becomes IOC boss
President Mnangagwa sent his congratulations to Kirsty Coventry after she became the International Olympic Committee president. The Sport, Recreation, Arts, and Culture Minister made history when she won the election. The voting happened on March 20, 2025, and she received 49 votes out of a total of 97 possible votes. The President expressed how this date marks an important moment for both Zimbabwe and the entire world. With her victory, Coventry broke three records at once. She became the first person from Africa to lead the organization in its 131-year existence. She also became the first female president and the youngest individual ever selected for this position. President Mnangagwa mentioned that despite how huge this achievement...
Namibia wants sanctions lifted for regional unity
Namibia's President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah wants sanctions against Zimbabwe lifted right away. She declared during her State House interview that these penalties hurt everyone across the region, not just Zimbabwe. Her administration plans to keep pushing this policy because it helps economic growth and teamwork between nearby countries. These sanctions came from Britain and its partners after Zimbabwe took back land for its people and have caused suffering for regular citizens across two decades. The President emphasized how close Zimbabwe and Namibia remain as nations. She mentioned she would ask Zimbabwe for help with farming knowledge and continue joint projects between both countries. Her previous trips to Zimbabwe as minister...
Namibia gets its first female president
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah took her oath as Namibia's new President at State House yesterday, making history as the country's first female leader. The ceremony happened during Namibia's 35th independence celebrations, with many important guests watching. President Mnangagwa, who heads the SADC, joined the event alongside Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who served as Guest of Honor. Other African leaders came to witness this milestone, including South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa, DRC's Félix Tshisekedi, and Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema. President Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived at State House, where former President Nangolo Mbumba welcomed her to begin the ceremony. The 72-year-old leader, who captured 58 percent of votes during last November's...
4K monitor with dual modes and plenty of ports
The ViewSonic XG275D-4K comes loaded with all the connections tech fans need. You'll find a power button that lights up white, two USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports, and a headphone jack right on the front panel. The back offers HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort, and a USB-C port that charges devices with up to 65 watts. This lets you connect everything from game systems to computers without any problems. The base takes very little space, making room for your keyboard and mouse close to the screen for a clean desk. Tech enthusiasts will love how this monitor adapts to different needs. It shows native 4K Ultra HD pictures and gives you two refresh rate options. For fast games, you can pick 320 Hz at Full HD resolution. When you want sharp 4K details, it...
Bail Bid Axed for Blessed Mhlanga
Judge Gibson Mandaza turned down journalist Blessed Mhlanga's request for bail. Mhlanga, who works for Alpha Media Holdings, has been behind bars for almost a month. Police locked him up because Heart and Soul TV, where he works, showed Blessed Geza talking to reporters. Geza, a Zanu PF member and war veteran, wants President Emmerson Mnangagwa to quit his job. Magistrate Farai Gwitima first refused bail because he thought freeing Mhlanga might hurt peace in Zimbabwe. The magistrate worried Mhlanga would mess with witnesses. Judge Mandaza agreed with every reason from the first court. He said Mhlanga was wrong to think the case attacked his job as a reporter. The judge reminded everyone they must follow laws when working. Chris Mhike...
Farm Lobola Cash Heist Leaves Cop on the Run
Police caught three guys from Hopley after they robbed a farm near Marondera. The farm belongs to the family of Wicknell Chivayo's wife. The rich businessman made headlines when he paid cash to marry Lulu Muteke. Detectives from the CID Stores and Business team tracked down these men last Thursday. A police officer ran away when his name came up during the investigation. Constable Mukuva worked at Kopje station before he disappeared. Officials say he helped plan the theft that happened early Tuesday morning on March 18. The thieves grabbed $75,000 cash from the wedding money Chivayo had given to his new wife's family. The three arrested men must face a judge this Saturday. Law enforcement officials continue searching for many more...
Farm Heist Mixup Sees Cops Crooks and Lobola Loot
Police caught three people last Thursday after thieves broke into a farm belonging to Wicknell Chivayo's wife's family. The suspects lived in Hopley, near Harare. Detectives from CID Stores and Business found them after investigating the case. Another suspect remains missing. He worked as a constable at Kopje Police Station. His name is Mukuva. The law enforcement team has launched a search to locate him because he helped plan the farm attack. The group stole cash during their raid on March 18. The robbers took US$74,100 from the property. This money came from the marriage payment Chivayo gave when he married Lucy Muteke, nicknamed Lulu. The thieves knew exactly where to find this cash when they hit the Marondera farm early that...
ZDF tells civilians to ditch military uniforms
Zimbabwe military leaders told everyone they must not wear army clothes. The law says regular people cannot dress in military gear. Military officials became concerned after seeing Blessed Runesu Geza, who was kicked out of the ZANU PF Central Committee, wearing army clothes in a video where he asked people to join protests. The Defence Forces released a statement about this problem on Friday, March 21. The Defence Act makes wearing army clothes a crime for anyone not serving in the military. Officials pointed to Section 99 of the law, which says nobody can use decorations given to Defence Forces members without permission. Anyone caught breaking these rules faces legal trouble. The military wants citizens to stop buying or wearing...
Flat Burns Up After Girlfriend Fight
Someone set fire to Trevor Dongo's apartment after a fight broke out between his two girlfriends. The flames damaged his home when the jealous women discovered each other. Neither girlfriend expected to meet the other at his place that day. They started arguing before the situation turned dangerous, with one apparently starting the blaze.
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