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Former Ugandan Prime Minister Amama Mbabazi addressed guests at the French National Day festivities held at Ambassador Xavier Sticker's residence in Kampala. The celebration honored Bastille Day while highlighting bilateral cooperation between the two nations. Mbabazi represented the Ugandan...

Religious leaders from Uganda met with Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix-Antoine Tshisekadi Tshilombo at his Mount Ngaliema offices on Monday. The delegation featured Ugandan evangelist Dr. Robert Kayanja and Archbishop Evariste Ejiba Yamapia from the Church of Awakening in Congo...

Equity Bank received the Best Regional Bank in East Africa recognition during the 2025 African Banker Awards ceremony held in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The institution earned acclaim for advancing financial inclusion across the region while supporting community development initiatives. Awards...

The United States Embassy in Kampala announced dramatic restrictions on visa validity periods for Ugandan travelers. Officials reduced standard tourist and business visa durations from two years to merely 90 days. Ambassador William Popp stated the changes align with reciprocal treatment...

Dott Services Limited has commenced major infrastructure improvements across Kampala City as part of government efforts to modernize the metropolitan area. The local construction firm will upgrade and reconstruct two dozen roadways throughout the capital over the next three years. Minister...

CBZ Holdings Group Chief Executive Officer Lawrence Nyazema addressed Zimbabwean investors in the United Kingdom about the nation's economic prospects. He emphasized the country's capacity to sustain local currency strength through rising foreign exchange earnings from mineral exports and...

The Zimbabwe Anti Corruption Commission released a statement through spokesperson Simiso Mlevu expressing disapproval of citizens who deliberately ignore national regulations. Officials observed troubling patterns of resistance among travelers attempting to bypass security checkpoint procedures...

Government officials have committed to examining objections submitted by the Tugwi-Mukosi Residents Association regarding potential family relocations connected to the proposed development masterplan. The association fears that planned projects around Zimbabwe's largest inland water reservoir...

Harare City Council adopted its comprehensive Master Plan during a full council meeting last Friday, exposing significant infrastructure deficiencies throughout the capital. The document reveals that municipal authorities struggle with widespread system failures affecting basic urban services...

Harare Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Senator Charles Tawengwa praised Zimbabwe Youth in Tourism for organizing an ambitious 800-kilometer walking campaign from Harare to Victoria Falls. The initiative aims to promote wetlands conservation awareness among citizens nationwide...

Businessman John Rukodzi claims financial losses totaling $87,000 stemming from legal disputes over his Seke Road cemetery operations. The entrepreneur calculated these losses based on previous sales figures when his facility processed five burials daily at $80 per grave. His business ground to...

President Mnangagwa delivered remarks to business leaders from Zimbabwe and Japan during the World Expo 2025 proceedings. The Zimbabwe Business Forum gathered executives from mining, tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors. Government officials and private sector representatives...

A domestic worker from Redwing Mine Compound has received a sentence combining imprisonment and community service after admitting to theft charges. Shylet Maposa, age 33, confessed to stealing five thousand dollars from her employer Betterbrands while working at the residence of employee Sharlot...

A Masvingo airtime vendor faces sentencing delays after magistrate Caroline Tafira ordered dental age assessment due to missing identity documents. Ronnie Mucheme claims he is 20 years old but lacks both birth certificate and national registration card to verify his age. The court convicted him...

Zimbabwe has enacted new legislation requiring all vehicle owners to secure broadcasting permits before completing standard automotive documentation processes. The Broadcasting Services Amendment Act became effective May 23, 2025, establishing mandatory radio licensing procedures for motorists...

Hollywood makeup artist Jackie Muchanyuka-Mgido will conduct her Christmas in July Beauty Empowerment Event this Saturday. The celebration aims to uplift and inspire women through cosmetic artistry, mentorship, and professional networking opportunities. Mgido operates Vault Cosmetics and Vault...

Bulawayo City Council faces mounting pressure from unauthorized gold prospectors who have overtaken the Khumalo gravel extraction site. The municipal authority warns that continued illegal mining activities could force facility closure at a cost exceeding four million dollars. Essential...

Zimbabwean sungura musician Nicholas Zakaria has requested prayers from his compatriots as he confronts significant health problems. The legendary artist, widely recognized by his stage name Madzibaba, has wielded considerable influence over the musical genre throughout his career. His recent...

Illegal gold mining operations have spread across several Bulawayo suburbs, creating widespread disruption in residential areas such as Killarney, Queenspark, Mahatshula, and Mqabuko Heights. These unauthorized activities generate significant environmental damage while posing serious social and...

Zimbabwe has extended agreements with six certification companies to maintain import quality standards and prevent counterfeit merchandise from entering domestic markets. Bureau Veritas, EAA Company Limited, Cotecna Inspection Société Anonyme, Standards Association of Zimbabwe, World...