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Kenya's Lands Secretary Challenges Former Deputy President's Housing Claims. Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome demanded Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua provide evidence for his allegations of corruption in the government's affordable housing program. Wahome expressed concern over...

Tensions Rise Between African Leaders Over DRC Conflict. A diplomatic dispute erupted Wednesday between Rwandan President Paul Kagame and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa regarding military operations in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Ramaphosa claimed the M23 rebel...

The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 draw took place at Rabat's Mohammed V National Theatre. The event drew dignitaries from entertainment, politics, and football, including former players and coaches from all 24 competing nations. Morocco, the host nation, delivered an impressive ceremony...

Nigeria Joins BRICS as Partner Country, Reshaping West Africa's Economic Landscape. Nigeria is now a "partner country" in the BRICS group, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Nigeria's partnership could change trade and politics in West Africa. Nigeria is Africa's...

Kirsty Coventry Denies Thomas Bach's Involvement in Her IOC Presidential Campaign. Kirsty Coventry is running for IOC president. She says current president Thomas Bach is not helping her campaign. They have been friends for over 10 years. Coventry is a two-time Olympic champion and Zimbabwe's...

Willis Wataffi Urges Band Managers to Prioritize Professionalism. Willis Wataffi is a co-founder of Afrika Revenge. He wants band managers to be more professional, saying this is key to success. Wataffi spoke to The Herald Arts. He said managers should focus on developing their artists...

Climate Fresk Workshops Tackle Climate Change Head-On. A new type of workshop is helping people understand climate change. It's called a "climate fresk." In these workshops, small groups learn about the complex effects of greenhouse gases. They see how emissions impact things like...

Zimbabwe's youth face a growing problem with crystal meth. The drug is known as "guka," "dombo," or "mutoriro." It is very addictive and harmful to mental health. More young people started using meth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lockdowns in 2020 left many feeling bored and hopeless. Meth is...

Foreign investment in Zimbabwe brings opportunities and challenges. The government wants investment to be responsible and sustainable. It should not hurt citizens or the environment. There are reports of some investors mistreating workers and not following labor laws. This is not acceptable. It...

President Donald Trump's return to the White House could boost China-Africa ties, which would have big implications for countries like Zimbabwe. Trump may not intend to "push Africa into the arms of China." But his policies could have that effect. China and Africa already have strong economic...

The Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA) has again given Eskom a qualified audit for 2023/24. AGSA is worried about Eskom's finances, and rising municipal debt is a big problem. AGSA said Eskom can still operate. But this depends on government support. It also depends on Eskom solving its...

Schweppes Holdings Africa says prices of its sugary drinks will likely stay high despite a lower sugar tax. The company cites rising costs of fruit and sugar. In the 2025 National Budget, the sugar tax on cordials was cut in half, from US$0.001 to US$0.0005 per gram, starting on January 1. The...

Indian investments in Zimbabwe have reached $600 million, which has created many jobs for Zimbabweans. About 5,000 people work directly for Indian companies, and another 10,000 jobs are supported indirectly. More Indian businesses are coming to Zimbabwe and working on new projects. President...

Frank Agyemang is a new player for Dynamos, a soccer team in Zimbabwe. He is from Ghana. He usually spends Christmas in his hometown of Effiduase Oyoko. But this past Christmas was different. Agyemang was about to sign with Dynamos. He stayed in Warren Park 1, a busy neighborhood in Zimbabwe...

Stakeholders work to fight gender-based violence (GBV). They want to create a more equal society. The society should have progressive laws and policies. People should know that violence is never okay. The government backs these laws. It says there is no excuse for violence. A march in Harare...

Dr. Paul Tungwarara, a special advisor to the United Arab Emirates and a prominent businessman, criticized some war veterans' attacks on President Mnangagwa. Dr. Tungwarara said the attacks hurt Zimbabwe's development goals. He thinks the criticism confused potential investors. This could have...

GWERU, Zimbabwe - The Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) said on Wednesday that calls for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign are improper and careless. According to ZNLWVA national chairman Cde Cephas Ncube, Mnangagwa was democratically elected by a majority of...

Zimbabwean Minister Calls for Party Discipline at War Veteran's Burial. HARARE, Zimbabwe - Dr. Jenfan Muswere, Zimbabwe's Information Minister, urged ZANU PF party members to maintain discipline. He spoke at the burial of Lt. Col. Luxon Micheal Mapfumo on Tuesday. Mapfumo was a retired war...

Zimbabwe Deploys Agencies to Tackle Illegal Gold Mining at Cattle Farm. Zimbabwe's government has sent security and environmental agencies to the Rhodes Estate in Matopos National Park. The move aims to address illegal gold mining activities that threaten livestock production at a major cattle...

Zimbabwe Boosts Health Funding After US Aid Cut. Zimbabwe is increasing its health budget. This comes after the United States withdrew funding for some health programs in the country. The US decision has raised concerns in many developing countries. These nations relied on US aid to support...