Innocent Chishumba, a fraudster who allegedly claimed to be the son of business mogul Kuda Tagwirei, recently appeared in court facing theft and fraud allegations. He was not asked to plead when he appeared before Magistrate Dennis Mangosi, who remanded him in custody for bail considerations.
Chishumba met his ex-girlfriend, Anyway Mazoe, a teacher at Kwayedza High School in Kadoma, through her friend Tichafa Chirewo in September. He lied to Mazoe that his name was Nyasha Tagwirei and that he was the son of businessman Kuda Tagwirei. On September 21, Chishumba took Mazoe's phone, claiming he wanted to check if she was cheating on him since he intended to marry her. Mazoe agreed, but Chishumba never returned the phone.
Using Mazoe's...
In a recent development, the Treasury has announced spending limits for ministries, departments, and agencies for November and December. This decision comes as the government faces a shortage of funds in its coffers. George Guvamatanga, the Permanent Secretary for Finance Economic Development and Investment Promotion, has urged government agencies to be mindful of their expenses and prioritize them accordingly.
The annual bonuses for government workers are given priority, along with essential expenses such as addressing food shortages and financing agriculture support for 2024-2025. A circular dated November 13, sent to Permanent Secretaries and the Clerk of Parliament, warns that non-wage Budget support will be restricted during this...
In a surprising turn of events, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has decided to bar one of its senior members, Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, from attending the party's upcoming National People's Assembly (NPA) elective conference in December. This conference is significant because the EFF is expected to choose its next national office bearers during the event. There are rumors that Ndlozi might challenge Godrich Gardee for the position of deputy president, which goes against the wishes of Julius Malema, the party's leader.
Dr Levy Ndou, a political analyst, believes that the EFF owes its supporters an explanation for this decision. He says that the party should provide clear and convincing reasons for preventing Ndlozi from attending the...
In a surprising turn of events, the First Lady, Auxillia Mnangagwa, has expressed her astonishment at the growing trend of women taking the lead in infidelity and causing the breakdown of marriages. She shared her thoughts during a gathering focused on the Afrikana Family Humanism Programme, which aims to tackle the alarming rates of violence and divorce nationwide.
Mnangagwa emphasized the critical role that families play as the backbone of society. She stressed the importance of ensuring families remain strong, united, and nurturing. However, she acknowledged that the nation is facing many challenges threatening the sanctity of marriage and the essence of family life.
The First Lady revealed that her office has received disturbing...
The Harare City Council wants to tear down over 5,000 houses in the next few weeks. These houses were built illegally in different parts of the city. The council says it has permission from the High Court to do this.
Most houses are in crowded suburbs like Kuwadzana, Budiriro, Glen View, and Mabvuku. The houses were built on land meant for important public services and facilities.
However, the government says there won't be any demolitions.
The mayor of Harare, Jacob Mafume, said the council will proceed with the plan. He wants to follow the law and restore order to the city. He said the demolitions have been delayed for many years because of various problems.
Mafume mentioned that the council and some private people have 37 court...
The Welshman Ncube-led Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) won't talk to Sengezo Tshabangu anymore. They say he's just a regular member of the party.
Willias Madzimure speaks for Ncube's group. He told The Standard that talking to Tshabangu would make it seem like he leads a political party. But Tshabangu says he's the secretary general of CCC. Madzimure thinks he can't be both a leader and secretary general simultaneously.
Madzimure also said Tshabangu has no right to determine who is legitimate in the party and who is not. He's just an ordinary member, so he doesn't get to make those calls.
There are some disagreements within the CCC about roles and leadership. Ncube's faction doesn't want to give Tshabangu any extra power or...
In an exclusive interview with The Sunday Mail Entertainment, Chief Hwenje disclosed that he has been diagnosed with lymphoma, a type of blood cancer affecting his lymphatic and immune systems. He revealed that the lymphomas had spread throughout his body, and doctors advised removing some of them to prevent further development into cancer. Chief Hwenje is experiencing severe pain, and sometimes, the attacks are so intense that he cannot move or talk.
The respected musician has recently retreated to his rural home in Shanyura village, seeking healing in a peaceful environment away from the music industry's scrutiny. Speaking with the "Mai Welly" singer, it becomes clear that he is struggling with his health. He finds it painful to...
Frank Chitukutuku, the former CEO of Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara), has gone to the Supreme Court. He wants to appeal against a High Court ruling that ordered the forfeiture of his properties. Frank argues that he lawfully acquired the properties before the Money Laundering and Proceeds of Crime Act was enacted in 2013.
Last year, the High Court said Frank's assets were acquired using illicit funds misappropriated from Zinara during his time as CEO. The court noted that Frank failed to explain the source of his wealth adequately. The assets include two houses in the affluent suburbs of Borrowdale and Glen Lorne, luxury vehicles, and shares in Champions Insurance Company.
However, Frank now claims that the forfeiture...
In a shocking turn of events, the villagers of Matjinge in Plumtree, Ward 5, Bilingoma Village, Matabeleland South, were left stunned when Costine Moyo, a man accused of murder nine years ago, returned to the scene of the crime under police guard for a reconstruction exercise. The accused allegedly killed and buried a victim there in 2015.
The villagers described Moyo as a notorious figure with a long history of criminal activity. They shared that he was jailed and released in 2014, and in 2016, he raped two women in Matjinge and Gambo before evading police by hiding in the Tsholotsho bush, where he committed another rape before being caught.
Witnesses said that Moyo arrived in the village with police, who announced he was there to...
