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    Afrima hunt turns newbies into gems

    The All Africa Music Awards has launched a search for undiscovered musical talent across the continent through its AFRIMA Diamond Showcase. Janatte Haddadi, an AFRIMA regional manager, explained that the initiative aims to identify and mentor promising artists who currently lack mainstream...
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    Lukona gang case sees suspects deny charges

    Two men from Inyathi, Presley Phiri and Elias Mpofu, appeared in court facing multiple charges, including robbery and aggravated indecent assault. The prosecution alleges they were part of a four-man gang that attacked villagers in the Lukona area of Bubi District. Armed with machetes and axes...
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    Scottland makes history as new champs crowned at Ascot

    Scottland FC will be officially crowned the 2025 Premier Soccer League champions today at Ascot Stadium in Gweru, marking a historic achievement for the club in its debut top-flight season. Under head coach Tonderai Ndiraya, the team secured the title two games early, becoming the first to...
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    New wave of social apps reshapes Zimbabwe scene

    The global social media landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, moving away from the long-standing dominance of platforms like Facebook and X. Newer services such as TikTok and Threads are gaining traction by prioritizing algorithm-driven engagement and authentic content, which...
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    Zimbabwe airports take off with major upgrades

    The Airports Company of Zimbabwe is seeking private partnerships to finance the construction and modernization of several airports. This initiative aims to develop an aviation network that stimulates tourism and economic growth. Key projects include expanding Charles Prince Airport into an...
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    Crystal meth tragedy exposes deepening youth crisis

    A recent tragedy in Bulawayo, where a two-month-old infant died after being breastfed by a mother intoxicated with crystal meth, has highlighted the severe consequences of youth drug abuse. Police reported the incident occurred at a Mabuthweni residence known for drug use. This case underscores...
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    Benza’s magic touch puts African stars on top

    Raphael Benza, the founder of the music agency Vth Season, is recognized as a consistent force in the African entertainment industry. With over fifteen years of experience, his firm has managed the careers of major artists like the late rapper AKA and singer Ami Faku, whose music enjoys...
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    Zim, Mozambique seal new deals at BNC summit

    President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe is conducting a state visit to Mozambique for high-level discussions with President Daniel Chapo. The visit formally elevates bilateral relations to a Bi-National Commission, aimed at strengthening cooperation across multiple sectors. Several memoranda of...
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    Zim, SA set January date for crucial BNC talks

    Zimbabwe and South Africa have scheduled the fourth session of their Bi-National Commission for January 2026 in South Africa. The high-level meeting was confirmed during discussions between Zimbabwe’s Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile. The...
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    Food aid hailed as dignity, not charity, at event

    Government officials and development partners have stated that providing food assistance to vulnerable communities is an investment in dignity and stability, not charity. The remarks were made during the national World Food Day commemorations held at Matopos Research Institute in Matabeleland...
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    Omnipath back in as AHFoZ lifts lab suspension

    Omnipath Medical Laboratories has been reinstated as a member of the Association of Healthcare Funders of Zimbabwe, reversing an earlier indefinite suspension. The suspension had been related to allegations that the laboratory operated an unauthorized sample collection site at Parirenyatwa Group...
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    Bosso 90 gets spotlight with awards bash

    The Highlanders development squad, Bosso 90, will host an end-of-year awards ceremony this Friday afternoon. The event is sponsored by the Send Home company through a partnership arranged by Alexander Maseko. Maseko highlighted his concerns regarding the insufficient support for the...
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    Chikoto rises to the top as Zimpapers names new CEO

    William Chikoto has been appointed as the substantive Chief Executive Officer of Zimpapers, Zimbabwe's largest media group. The announcement was made by Information Minister Dr. Jenfan Muswere at a company workshop. Chikoto, who previously held the position of Group Editorial Executive, had been...
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    Tuskers drenched again as rain stops play

    For the second consecutive week, the Tuskers cricket team saw their Logan Cup match end in a draw due to persistent bad weather. Their fixture against the Eagles at Harare Sports Club was severely disrupted, with only brief periods of play possible across the four scheduled days. After a...
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    MDC drama as party house seized over medical bills

    The MDC-T party and its president, Douglas Mwonzora, have filed an urgent High Court application after a group led by Shakespeare Mukoyi allegedly seized control of the party's headquarters, Morgan Richard Tsvangirai House. According to an affidavit from secretary-general Tapiwa Mashakada, the...
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    War vets fume as Zanu PF offers burial schemes

    A faction of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association, led by Andrease Ethan Mathibela, has condemned recent political pledges of funeral cover for ex-combatants, describing the offer as insulting. The statement responded to businessman and Zanu PF central committee member...
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    Zimbabwe snubs poll delay, stands by the ballot

    A significant majority of Zimbabweans, approximately seventy-nine percent, support selecting their leaders through regular elections, according to a new Afrobarometer report. This public sentiment directly conflicts with a Zanu PF constitutional amendment proposal, known as the 2030 agenda...
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    Leptospirosis grips Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa floods

    A leptospirosis outbreak in Jamaica, following Hurricane Melissa, has caused six suspected fatalities, according to Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton. He confirmed nine cases and an additional 28 suspected or probable infections, noting this surge far exceeds the case numbers from the...
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    Couples Resorts storms back, guests pack bags

    Abe Issa, Deputy Chairman of Couples Resorts, has announced that all four of the company's Jamaican properties will reopen. This reopening follows Hurricane Melissa, which impacted western Jamaica three weeks prior. Issa reported that the resorts, particularly the two located in Negril...
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    Guyana's parents cheer as tax breaks hit home

    The President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali, has announced that his administration is developing a system of special tax incentives and direct support for parents of children with disabilities. He explained that the initiative is intended to alleviate the financial strain on families where one...
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