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Zimbabwe advances preparations for the 2025 Heroes and Defence Forces Days scheduled for August 11 and 12. Information Minister Jenfan Muswere announced that 223 families of fallen heroes will attend the main ceremony at National Heroes Acre in Harare. President Emmerson Mnangagwa will present...

Victoria Falls released its inaugural Sustainability Monograph on Tuesday, establishing a framework to maintain its wetland city designation and achieve renewal after six years. The document supports Zimbabwe's Paris Agreement commitments and national emissions reduction targets of 40 percent by...

The Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission initiates discussions with South Africa's Public Protector following allegations of mistreatment against Zimbabwean citizens seeking healthcare across the border. Social media platforms report widespread denial of basic medical services to Zimbabweans living...

Kudakwashe Kachiko performs under the stage name Oriyano and creates Afro-fusion music that attracts widespread attention. Established artists seek partnerships with the rising performer whose tracks dominate music charts across Zimbabwe. The musician attributes his songwriting abilities to...

Hip-hop performer Stunner offered criticism regarding attire choices at Zimfest UK following the recent event. The artist expressed disapproval toward certain female participants who selected inappropriate clothing for the festival setting. Stunner recommended that women choose garments suitable...

Sungura music icon Nicholas Zakaria expressed appreciation to fellow musician Alick Macheso through a social media message. Zakaria acknowledged Macheso as both his former student and current colleague within the music industry. The veteran artist praised Macheso for providing consistent...

Olinda Chapel responded to public statements made by her former husband, Tytan Nkomo, through social media evidence. The businesswoman shared screenshots of WhatsApp communications that allegedly originated from Nkomo despite his recent declarations of wanting to distance himself from their past...

iZotope launched FXEQ as the newest member of their Catalyst Series plugin collection. The multi-effects processor combines five distinct audio enhancement tools within a streamlined EQ-based interface. Musicians can apply saturation, reverb, delay, modulation, and lo-fi processing to specific...

Rhodes Music launched the Rhodes Custom Shop, a new division producing limited-edition MK8 pianos with distinctive visual designs inspired by popular culture. The company hand-builds each instrument in small quantities determined by customer demand during brief ordering periods. Master craftsmen...

Audified released the ToneKnob Ultimate Bundle, which combines six single-knob audio plugins for streamlined music production. The collection features ambient reverb, compression, de-essing, guitar amplifier simulation, modulation, and saturation effects. Each plugin operates through a simple...

Musical Sampling launched their Tenor Sax virtual instrument within the Kontakt platform. The software targets music creators who require authentic saxophone sounds for jazz, pop, R&B, and film projects. Developers recorded the instrument at Warm Studios in Texas to capture rich tonal qualities...

HOFA-Plugins released SYSTEM DigiDestroy as the latest component of their modular plugin series. The bitcrusher software targets producers, sound designers, and audio engineers who require vintage character and experimental sound effects. DigiDestroy creates raw digital textures through...

Audioblast launched DistoBlast across three major operating systems this week. The company designed the digital distortion plugin to transform audio inputs into aggressive, harsh tones. Musicians can apply the software most effectively to individual percussion elements, particularly kick drums...

Zimbabwe authorities ordered Harare City Council to remove all street vendors from the central business district. Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe addressed city councillors on Monday about the comprehensive ban. The directive also reinforces existing prohibitions on importing and selling...

Patrick Chinamasa announced that businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei has joined Zanu PF's Central Committee despite internal party opposition. The legal secretary confirmed that the Harare Provincial Coordinating Committee nominated Tagwirei on March 31, 2025. The Politburo approved his membership...

Nigerian public hospital nurses concluded their week-long warning strike Saturday after government officials agreed to address their workplace concerns. The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives announced the suspension following productive discussions with federal...

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi rejected accusations of candidate imposition during Tuesday's Teachers' Appreciation event at Friends Tande High School in Malava. The official declared that voters must select their representatives without political interference from party leadership...

Romania lost its former president, Ion Iliescu, at age 95 following his battle with lung cancer. The government confirmed his death after his hospitalization in Bucharest in June. Officials announced plans for a state funeral while mourning the loss of their first democratically elected leader...

Deputy Governor William Oduol seeks peace with Governor James Orengo after recent conflicts between the two leaders. Oduol issued a public statement affirming his dedication to constitutional leadership while Orengo receives medical care in the United States. The deputy governor emphasized his...

Quickmart Supermarket apologized after a customer service incident at its Buruburu location gained widespread social media attention. The company suspended employees and began investigating the matter with authorities. Two customers purchased milk using the store's ATM system and collected their...