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Youth Driving Vision 2030 Forward
Charles Tawengwa thinks young people hold the key to reaching Vision 2030 goals. During his trip to Young Africa Zimbabwe today, the Harare Provincial Affairs Minister talked about how youth drive growth across the nation. The government wants to increase youth participation in making decisions from barely 3.3 percent in 2020 to 25 percent when 2030 arrives. They've already launched job training programs, business development classes, and mentorship projects. Leaders keep changing old policies to better support what young people need. Tawengwa believes that empowering youth unlocks huge potential for everyone's future. He talked about how these young citizens will transform Zimbabwe into an upper-middle-income country by 2030. His...
Highlanders Coach on Limited Squad Options
Even after the transfer ban ended, Kelvin Kaindu still couldn't pick from many players. This created big problems for the Premiership powerhouse as they tried to get ready for 2025. They barely scraped together 20 guys for their first two matches. Kaindu told reporters they remain short-handed heading into the weekend. He shared this news when talking to the press before they travel to play Green Fuel on Saturday. Team leader Andrew Mbeba keeps his head up despite being left off the Warriors roster. He believes strong teamwork matters most right here and right then. Playing well with his teammates will help him return to national team action, regardless of his captain status with Highlanders. The coaching staff hopes their limited...
Mnangagwa Honors Apostolic Church with Faith Plaque
President Mnangagwa gave the Apostolic Church a special honor called the Africa Inheritance Hall of Faith plaque. They earned this award because they worked hard to spread God's word. The church will see their plaque displayed on the walls of the Africa Hall of Faith located in Bethlehem, Palestine, where Jesus Christ was born. Officials handed the award to Madzibaba Moses Gwasarira, who leads the national executive for Vapostori and MaZion for ED. Madzibaba Gwasarira made history as the first person to bring apostolic churches together to support patriotism and protect what freedom fighters achieved. He praised the President, saying he truly lived up to his promise that no one would be left behind. The church group spokesperson...
National Sports Awards Return with Fresh Twists
Sports fans can celebrate the Annual National Sports Awards' comeback after five years away from the spotlight. Mark your calendars for March 30, when athletes gather at Cresta Lodge in Msasa to celebrate under the theme "Setting the gold standard." The organizers have added fresh ideas to make these awards truly world-class. They've created a brand new People's Choice category where fans can vote online for their favorite stars. The lineup features 15 amazing athletes from 12 different sports, including cricket star Sikandar Raza, basketball player Vitalis Chikoko from France, swimmer Paige Van Der Westhuizen, and tennis ace Sasha Chimedza. More big names compete for your votes, including runner Tapiwanashe Makarawu, rugby player...
Guard gets 7 years for office arson
A 26-year-old security guard has gone to prison for seven years after he stole money and burned down his workplace. Tennat Chiremba took US$975 from Muzpen Security Company where he worked. He then started a fire, hoping to cover up his theft by destroying any proof against him. The flames spread throughout the office and ruined US$16,010 worth of property. Police investigators discovered his plan to hide the theft through arson. Chiremba faced Masvingo magistrate Caroline Tafirei on Tuesday where he received his punishment after being found guilty. Detective Inspector Rachel Muteweri from the Criminal Investigations Department praised the court system. She said the Zimbabwe Republic Police appreciates how courts help fight crime and...
Both Parents Get Joint Custody in Zimbabwe
Custody involves two critical components that shape how parents care for their children. Physical custody deals with where a child lives and who directly controls their day-to-day care. Legal custody focuses on making important decisions about the child's life, education, health, and overall well-being. A landmark legal shift occurred when Zimbabwe's courts challenged outdated laws about parental rights. Previously, mothers of children born outside marriage automatically received full custody and guardianship, effectively excluding fathers from meaningful parental involvement. The High Court and Supreme Court decisively ruled that these traditional legal practices violated constitutional principles of equal parental rights. The...
How to End a Foreign Marriage in Zimbabwe
Ending a marriage that was originally recognized in another country can be complex in Zimbabwe. The legal system has a specific approach to handling divorces involving marriages that began outside the country's borders. Zimbabwe's courts require a detailed examination of the original marriage's legal framework. When processing a divorce for a marriage from another country, the court doesn't automatically assume the laws are similar to Zimbabwean regulations. Instead, they carefully investigate the specific legal requirements of the marriage's country of origin. Experts play a crucial role in these proceedings. The court seeks out professionals with deep knowledge of the foreign country's legal system. These experts provide critical...
Divorce in Zimbabwe Without a Year Together
Divorcing in Zimbabwe becomes possible even if couples haven't lived together for a full year. The country operates under a straightforward legal system that allows marriage dissolution based on irretrievable breakdowns. Under Zimbabwe's Matrimonial Causes Act, courts will grant a divorce if one spouse can demonstrate they haven't cohabitated as a married couple for at least twelve continuous months before filing the divorce action. The legal framework recognizes that prolonged separation effectively signals a marriage has fallen apart. The landmark 1993 case of Ncube v Ncube reinforced this principle. Essentially, when married partners have not shared a living space or maintained a marital relationship for an entire year, the law...
Do We Qualify as a Civil Partnership in Zimbabwe?
When you're trying to figure out if your relationship counts as a civil partnership in Zimbabwe, there are several key things to look at. Basically, it's about two people living together like a married couple without actually being legally married. The key is that you're not blood relatives, and you're genuinely sharing your life just like a typical couple would. Courts will take a deep dive into your relationship to see if it meets the civil partnership criteria. They'll check out how long you've been together and whether you're really sharing your life in a meaningful way. They're looking at everything from how you handle money to how you support each other and whether you're seen as a couple by the people around you. Importantly...
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