A passenger group warns that violence is breaking out between competing bus companies in Zimbabwe, making travel dangerous for riders.
The Passengers Association of Zimbabwe raised concerns about the problem. They said the "route wars" are causing fear and harm, and riders are facing threats and attacks.
Bus companies are fighting over the best routes. They want control of the most profitable paths. This leads some to use force against each other. But passengers get caught in the middle.
People have been forced onto certain buses. If they refuse, they face harassment or worse. The passenger group says this is wrong. They believe riders have the right to choose.
The group wants the government to intervene. They think leaders need to...
Zimbabwe has a new top cop. On Friday, Steven Mutamba took charge of the national police force. The handover event took place at Mkushi Police Academy. It was a big, happy ceremony.
Mutamba is replacing Godwin Matanga as Commissioner General. Matanga retired at the end of last year. He passed the torch to Mutamba at the event.
Many people came to watch the change in leadership, including government officials and police officers. Even some rain didn't spoil the mood.
Mutamba gave a speech. He said he learned a lot from Matanga. He promised to use that knowledge to lead the police well.
The police force is looking ahead to a new chapter, and people are hopeful about what Mutamba will bring. The colorful ceremony marked an important...
Zimbabwe's tobacco farmers can breathe a sigh of relief. The government has pushed back a key deadline. Farmers now have until January 15th to destroy their seedbeds. Before, they had to do it by December 31st.
The dry weather made things tough. Many farmers couldn't move their seedlings in time, and they needed more time to save their crops.
The tobacco board understands. They want farmers to benefit from their hard work. The extra time will help a lot.
More farmers are growing tobacco this year. Over 126,000 have signed up. That's 13,000 more than last year. The country hopes to grow 300 million kilos of tobacco.
Early reports show the crop looks good. Farmers who use smart methods have high-quality leaves. Focusing on good...
Richard Chihoro, a beloved former Dynamos player and long-time club official, passed away on Thursday night at the age of 68. He died shortly after being admitted to a local hospital for leg pain and chest discomfort.
Dynamos shared the sad news in a heartfelt statement. They expressed how difficult it is to accept his passing. The club said his death leaves behind great pain and emptiness.
The team remembered Chihoro fondly. They said he was a dedicated member of the Dynamos family. He gave his all to the blue and white cause, both as a player and coach.
Chihoro first played for Dynamos as a skilled winger. His smooth moves on the field earned him the nickname "Nyoka." After his playing days, he served the club in many roles. He was...
Young Runners Ready for Harare Cross-Country Meet.
Harare begins its racing year this Sunday. The first big race takes place at David Livingstone School. Participants can be of all ages, from small children to grown-ups.
The main race sends men and women on an 8km run through the grounds. Teen boys and young adults face a tough 6km path. Younger teens take on shorter runs of 3km and 4km. The littlest ones dash along for just 1km.
Aaron Whyte leads the race group and wants every runner to join. Fast runners and long-distance pros can test their skills, and even quick sprinters can use this race to build strength.
"We want all runners here," Whyte said. "They need to see how fit they are. The race shows who trained well and who needs...
Dam Project Lights Path to Better Life in Zimbabwe.
A new dam brings hope to the Chivhu area. The water helps farms and homes grow strong. Minister Jenfan Muswere shared the good news on his tour last week.
"This dam makes many good things happen," Muswere said. He points to new chances for farms and jobs near the water. The project helps more than 70 families farm their land.
The dam means more than just stored water. It brings life to farms without rain. Roads lead to the dam. Tourists come to see it. Homes and shops use its water.
Farmers who live near the dam get help growing food. The water flows all year round, so their crops can grow even when rain stays away.
Zimbabwe wants its people to earn more money by 2030. This dam...
Missing Activist Found Dead in Kenya Hospital.
A young man's search ended in grief this week. The family found Mwiti's body at a hospital far from home. He was 24 when he vanished last November.
Police say a car hit him and drove away. But his friends doubt this story. Mwiti worked bringing goods to people. He went missing near the city center, miles from where he died.
His mother searched hard to find him. "We went to many places," said Sadhiya Iman. She looked in morgues until she found her son. "We need answers about his death," she said.
Life had grown hard for Mwiti before he died. He lost his ID card. This meant trouble with the police and problems getting help from the state.
Fear spreads as more young people vanish in...
At Wife's Funeral, 97-Year-Old Brings Joy Through Grief.
A husband made people laugh at his wife's burial. Mzee Dominic Wetang'ula shared funny stories as he said goodbye to Mama Ann Wetang'ula.
His words turned tears into smiles at the service in Bungoma. "Young ladies here want to marry me," he told the crowd. "I have seen what women can do. I need no more wives."
Both his wives passed away. He spoke of his first wedding to Mama Ann on August 20, 1950. He pointed out the printed date was wrong. "The program says August 21," he said. "But I know it was August 20."
He praised his late wife's strength. She gave birth to four sets of twins. "My wife was strong like me," he said. "I must be a bull. Who else in Kenya has four sets of...
Science Warns of Rising Heat in 2024.
Last year brought more heat than ever before. People who study the weather say these high marks break records going back hundreds of years.
Earth heated up more than planned in 2024. Most say we need to use less oil and gas. Yet the world has cut its fuel use just once - when Covid kept everyone home.
Big changes must happen fast. The world needs to burn less fuel each year—right away. The signs show dangers, but people move slowly. Even when storms hit hard, like in the Philippines last fall, many stay quiet.
Something strange happened in June 2023. The Earth got much warmer very fast. The heat jumped up by an amount that should have taken ten years. Bad weather followed - wild storms, huge...
