The Harare Magistrate's Court recently heard the case of Patricia Mwaruta, the 51-year-old deputy head at Zengeza 4 High School. She faces legal troubles for allegedly requesting an illegal payment of US$400 from a contractor handling the school borehole project. Magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa released her on US$150 bail until her next appearance, scheduled for March 13.
Court records presented by prosecutor Lancelot Mutsokoti reveal that Zengeza 4 High School's Development Committee had sought estimates for installing a complete water system. The planned upgrade included a borehole, solar power equipment, a 5000-liter water tank, plus a 4-meter support stand. The contractor submitted his business proposal on January 9 through the proper...
The ZITF Company has started promoting stronger regional partnerships through several roadshows before its 65th exhibition event. This major trade showcase will take place from April 21 to 26 at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre in Bulawayo. The organizers chose "Industrialisation: Crafting an Integrated Economic Landscape" as the central theme for next year's gathering. The event additionally celebrates the Blue Sapphire milestone, recognizing decades of supporting commercial expansion, creativity, and trade across regions.
Promotional activities began on March 1 in Johannesburg, South Africa, followed by presentations scheduled for March 5 in Lusaka, Zambia. The final roadshow happens on March 14 in Gaborone, Botswana...
More than 40 creative entrepreneurs from across Zimbabwe recently completed specialized business training designed to help them launch profitable ventures from their innovative concepts. The training took place during a seven-day session in Bulawayo organized by Fine Touch Development Trust. This business development program brought together the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz), the International Labour Organisation (ILO), and certified trainers from the Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) initiative.
At the closing event, Deputy Director Mr. Tichafa Mujuru delivered remarks prepared by Potraz Director-General Dr. Gift Machengete. He congratulated participants for their exceptional performance...
Mabel Chinomona, national chairperson of the ZANU PF Women's League, strongly declared that President Emmerson Mnangagwa will remain in office despite increasing demands for him to step down before his term ends. Several war veterans, including those connected to the ruling Zanu PF party, have been vocal about asking the 82-year-old leader to resign. They claim he oversees a failing economy and allows corruption to spread during his leadership.
These demands come amid efforts by Mnangagwa supporters to promote the 2030 agenda, which aims to extend his leadership beyond his final term ending in 2028. Another group opposes this plan and supports Vice President Constantino Chiwenga as the next leader after the aging Zanu PF veteran...
The United States embassy officials voiced strong disapproval regarding the detention of Alpha Media Holdings reporter Blessed Mhlanga, calling for Zimbabwean authorities to uphold essential press freedom rights. Police arrested Mhlanga Monday under accusations of distributing information that provokes violence or damages property, charging him through Section 164 of Criminal Law Chapter 9:23.
A magistrate rejected bail Friday, citing concerns that Mhlanga might interfere with witnesses and compromise investigations. American diplomatic representatives emphasized Friday that constitutional protections, including bail rights and speech freedoms, must extend to all journalists throughout Zimbabwe. The embassy statement specifically...
Zimbabwe law enforcement authorities seek to imprison a woman charged with helping armed criminals leave jail facilities and sheltering them at her residence. Theresa Chenjerai, age 49, faced arrest Thursday because of alleged bribery involving fellow robbery suspect Munyaradzi Zakkaria. Officials claim they offered $150 to persuade a detective to testify favorably regarding their associate facing fifteen robbery charges at Norton court.
The Norton magistrate held Chenjerai and Zakkaria without requiring plea statements during Saturday proceedings. Both remain detained until Monday, March 3, when bail applications may proceed. Police reports identify Theresa Chenjerai as married to suspected armed robber Andrew Chenjerai, who currently...
Zimbabweans face severe electricity shortages throughout March because the national power company plans maintenance work on two units at Hwange Power Station. Daily power interruptions may last several hours across numerous areas.
Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority announced weekend plans to shut down essential generation equipment at this important thermal facility. According to their statement, Unit 7 requires Class B maintenance procedures from March 2 until March 29, 2025. This follows the January completion of Class C maintenance on Hwange Unit 8.
The company explained that Unit 6 must undergo statutory maintenance starting March 15 and continuing through May 14, 2025. ZESA describes these repairs as necessary preparation for...
President Lazarus Chakwera promised Malawians he would step down within two years if he were unable to solve national problems. Despite economic difficulties and rising prices for essential items during his presidency, he has not hesitated to seek reelection.
In his recent national address, President Chakwera falsely claimed his administration built a mortuary facility in Bolero. Jonas Mkandawire, who represents the Rumphi West constituency in parliament, confirmed that contrary to presidential statements, no new health center exists at Kamphenda.
The president incorrectly stated that 24 police houses were constructed in Likoma. Investigation reveals this information is completely untrue. Reports indicate that the construction of 28...
Trouble looms for President Lazarus Chakwera as dissatisfied government employees threaten work stoppage over what they consider an inadequate pay raise. The brewing conflict emerged just days after official labor organizations accepted a 20% salary boost starting April 1, 2025.
The Civil Servants Trade Union, alongside the Teachers Union of Malawi, had initially requested much higher compensation—44% base pay increases plus 200% more for transportation and special allowances. Negotiations between these unions and government representatives resulted in the 20% agreement that some workers find unacceptable.
A group calling themselves "concerned Civil Servants" sent correspondence to President Chakwera, union leadership, and various...
