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Figtree murderers get life for brutal murder after car robbery
The police are happy because the two men who killed their friend will stay in prison forever. These men, named Ketai Nhanha and Jenfat Manamike, stole their friend's car and hurt him very badly in a place called Figtree. A police helper found someone lying in the bushes near a power line. The police learned that the person had been killed and his car was taken away. They heard that people saw the stolen car in another town called Gwanda. The police found one of the bad men driving the car, but he had taken off the car's number plates. They caught him, and he told them about his friend who helped him do the bad things. The police then found the second man in a city called Bulawayo. They searched his house and found the car's number...
Nyambirai's Bold Bank Comeback Sparks Fintech Firestorm
A man named Tawanda Nyambirai owns many businesses in Zimbabwe. He started a bank called TN Bank, which later changed its name to Steward Bank. He sold this bank to Econet Wireless in 2012, but he kept working with the bank through his other company. Tawanda made his company very strong. It became the second biggest company that manages people's money in Zimbabwe. Last year, his company helped another big company sell some shares, which meant Tawanda's company received many new shares in the bank. Tawanda saw a chance to buy even more shares because the old owner wanted to focus on different things. He bought these extra shares because he loved the bank he created. He owns more than half of the bank, and other companies like Econet...
Oriyano Explodes on the Scene in a Musical Makeover
A young musician named Kudakwashe Royne Kachiko brings joy to Zimbabwe. People call him Oriyano, which means "a jewel." He makes music, designs clothes, draws with pencils, writes poems, and creates beats with his mouth. Oriyano worked hard for six years before becoming famous. Many people think he sounds like another famous singer named Jah Prayzah. Oriyano feels happy about this but stays humble. He wants to learn from other great singers like Jah Prayzah, Soul Jah Love, and Andy Muridzo. "Jah Prayzah is amazing," Oriyano says. "I can't say I'm as good as him yet. I want to learn from him. My fans are wonderful, and I love how they support me on my journey." Oriyano sings beautiful songs about love that make people feel good. He...
Zimbabwe Digitruck Sparks Tech Revolution in the Countryside
China's friend in Zimbabwe, Mr Zhou Ding, shared happy news about the special computer trucks. He wants these trucks to help people learn about computers, especially those who live far from big cities. Mr Zhou spoke at the President's house, where they showed everyone the new truck. He believes these trucks will teach many people how to use computers and phones better, and he wants everyone to learn these new skills. Mr Zhou thinks President Mnangagwa works hard to improve Zimbabwe. He likes how the President builds new things and tries to help all people in the country. Mr Zhou promised that China would help bring these special trucks to many places. He wants to make sure everyone has a chance to learn, no matter where they live.
Zimbabwe Goes Digital Hot Wheels of Tech Hit the Streets
The government wants to bring special trucks called Digitrucks to all parts of Zimbabwe. These trucks will help people learn about computers and technology. Dr Tatenda Mavetera, who works with technology in the government, shared this exciting news. President Mnangagwa showed everyone a new Digitruck at his house. Dr Mavetera explained that these trucks will help Zimbabwe grow and become more modern by 2030. She believes everyone in Zimbabwe needs to learn how to use computers and the internet. The Digitruck is amazing because it runs on solar power. It has panels on top that catch the sun's energy and big batteries that keep working for three days without needing more power. Inside the truck, twenty students and their teacher can sit...
Deputy Mayor Nabbed in Wild Besigye Protest
The police took three women away in Kampala city because they wanted Mr. Kizza Besigye to be free. One of these women, Mrs. Doreen Nyanjura, helps run the city. The other two were Mrs. Faridah Nangozi and Mrs. Ingrid Turinawe. People saw many police officers grab the women near a place called Arua Park. The women tried to tell others to fight against unfair things. The police pushed them into their car when people started coming to watch. They drove them to the main police building. The streets of Kampala had lots of police that day. They carried big guns and watched everyone very carefully. The police blocked people from going to the PFF office at Katonga. They made the motorcycle riders and people keep moving in many busy places...
Uganda Faces Ebola Outbreak as Epidemic Fatigue Strikes
Some people in Uganda feel tired of hearing about new sicknesses. Dr Richard Kabanda, who teaches people about health, sees that many people do not believe these warnings anymore. The health leaders said a new type of Ebola came to Uganda at the end of January 2025. A nurse who worked at the big hospital in Mulago became very sick and died. Nine people have caught this sickness since then. Seven sick people stay at Mulago Hospital, and one person stays at Mbale Hospital. The doctors watch 288 other people who might become sick because they met someone with Ebola. Uganda has seen many different sicknesses in the past few years. They had Covid-19, anthrax, Marburg, and Mpox. These made people from other countries worry about coming to...
Family Sues African Portfolio for Fatal Hippo Attack
A man from New Jersey is very sad because his wife died in Africa last year. They were looking at wild animals when a hippo hurt her. The man wants the company that planned their trip to take responsibility. Craig and Lisa Manders went to a place called Zambia to see animals. They walked with guides who were supposed to keep them safe. A big hippo jumped out of the water and attacked Lisa. The guides had guns, but they walked away instead of helping. Lisa died right after the attack. Their lawyer, Paul Slager, says the company did not ensure everyone's safety. The Manderses were celebrating their marriage with this special trip, their first time in Africa. Lisa, who came from New York City, worked with money for many years. She loved...
Govt backs down trial scrapped, Besigye hunger strike lives on
The Uganda government promised to stop using army courts to judge Mr. Kizza Besigye, who speaks up against the leaders. They want him to start eating again because he stopped eating food in jail on February 10. Mr. Besigye used to be friends with President Museveni, but they became enemies. The government said Mr. Besigye did bad things that hurt Uganda, which made them want to put him through an army court. The highest court in Uganda already said this was wrong because Mr. Besigye is not a soldier. Mr. Chris Baryomunsi, who speaks for the government, went to see Mr. Besigye in jail on Sunday. He brought some doctors with him and asked Mr. Besigye to start eating again. The government said they would move his case to a normal court...
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