Geo Pomona Waste Management has started collecting refuse in Harare as part of its agreement with the city administration to manage waste services. The company began operations by clearing illegal dumpsites across the city, representing the initial stage of a comprehensive waste collection program. Their teams have successfully removed 32.8 tonnes of waste from dumpsites located in Warren Park, Kambuzuma, Highfield, and Mbare neighborhoods. This exceeds their February target of 21.8 tonnes and demonstrates early progress in their cleanup efforts.
The company plans to expand these cleanup activities to additional suburbs through a gradual implementation approach. During the current transition period, Geo Pomona continues finalizing...
Authorities have begun identifying the remains of more than 20 Zimbabwean citizens who died after becoming trapped in the abandoned Stilfontein gold mine located in South Africa. These individuals experienced harsh underground conditions for several weeks, eventually succumbing after they remained hidden in unused tunnels to avoid potential arrest during enforcement operations against illegal mining activities last year.
Officials report that DNA samples collected from five families are currently being compared with genetic material recovered from some of the deceased persons for identification. Authorities encourage additional families who believe their relatives may have perished during this incident to submit their DNA samples. This...
The Zimbabwe Gender Commission launched an investigation into sexual harassment across colleges and universities, as stated in General Notice 134 of 2025, published Friday. Commission Chairperson Margaret Mukahanana-Sangarwe encouraged both survivors and witnesses to submit written statements and supporting evidence regarding these incidents at educational institutions.
The Commission operates under Section 5 of the Zimbabwe Gender Commission Act, which mandates the protection of gender equality and support for abuse victims. After receiving written testimonies, the Commission plans to hold oral hearings at dates they will announce later. These proceedings stem from increasing reports that lecturers and administrators demand sexual...
The Zimbabwean government provides farmers with favorable options to purchase agricultural land through the title deeds program. Land prices differ based on several factors. Agricultural regions with higher rainfall command higher prices per hectare than areas receiving less precipitation. For example, a hectare might cost about US$500 or equivalent Zimbabwe Gold currency in Region One, compared to approximately US$100 in Region Five.
Additional elements affect land valuation, including how the land is used, distance from urban centers, access to water sources, and existing improvements to the property. The current valuation system offers substantial discounts compared to traditional farm pricing methods, making land ownership...
Blessed Mhlanga, a journalist employed by Alpha Media Holdings, was denied bail by Harare magistrate Farai Gwatima. Mhlanga will remain in custody until March 14. The magistrate believes releasing the accused could disturb national peace and security, potentially sparking unrest.
Mhlanga works for the HStv platform and has faced intimidation from State Security agents because of his work interviewing political figures. He was arrested on February 24, 2025, accused of violating Section 164 of the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act, Chapter 9:23. Authorities claim he transmitted messages inciting violence related to interviews with Blessed Geza, a war veterans' leader, and others.
The police investigation is focused on remarks...
Armed criminals recently targeted the Rusape farm of Patrick Chinamasa, a long-serving Cabinet minister known for his legal expertise within Zanu PF. Four individuals carried out this coordinated attack against the property, successfully restraining both the security personnel and farm supervisor present during the incident. The perpetrators conducted an extensive search throughout the residence, looking specifically for cash reserves they believed might be stored within.
Mrs. Chinamasa reported that the assailants restrained both employees with bindings and covered them using blankets found at the location. They proceeded to conduct a thorough examination of the premises, disrupting furniture, including beds and seating areas, during...
Four individuals from Mutare have been charged with fraud after allegedly taking $256,426 from Polish investor Kwiakowski Marcin. Hillary Joseph Dzuda, Ashley Dzuda, Gabriel Tinashe Mapfunde, and Kudzai Garry Muricho appeared before the court to face these accusations. The case involves what prosecutors describe as a sophisticated scheme centered around false claims of gold mining operations.
According to court records, Joseph approached Marcin during a February 2024 business meeting attended by various foreign investors. Joseph portrayed himself as an established businessman with extensive interests in gold mining throughout the Penhalonga region of Mutare. These representations convinced Marcin to form a business partnership with...
Scottland FC achieved their first victory in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League against Triangle United despite facing challenges during most of the match. The team earned three points thanks to an unfortunate error by Triangle United when their defense scored against themselves during the final moments of play. This marked a successful start for Scottland though they performed below expectations given their roster strength and experience level.
The squad appeared disorganized for large portions of the initial 45 minutes, with players struggling to establish effective coordination. Midfielder Thabani Kamusoko emerged as a standout performer, creating multiple opportunities and earning significant appreciation from supporters...
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe continues its efforts to control inflation rates across the nation. Dr. John Mushayavanhu, the central bank governor, discussed these efforts during a recent economic outlook presentation on ZTN media. He emphasized how the institution balances strict monetary controls against broader economic development goals. The bank maintains its primary focus on stabilizing prices to create consistent market conditions.
Dr. Mushayavanhu stated that Zimbabwe should expect yearly inflation figures between twenty and thirty percent. This projection comes from ongoing work to strengthen the value of local currency and adjust public expectations about price increases. The central bank has implemented several strategies to...
