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Former dancehall artist Marion Hall completed her pastoral chaplain certification alongside other ministry graduates, marking another milestone in her transition from entertainment to religious service. The minister announced the achievement through social media, describing it as a significant...

South Korean fried chicken chain Genesis BBQ will establish its initial African presence through a master franchise partnership with Good Tree South Africa, targeting major metropolitan areas including Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Bloemfontein. Chairman Yoon Hong-geun highlighted the expansion...

South Africa's state broadcaster will receive its revised funding framework later than planned after consultant BMI TechKnowledge requested additional time to complete stakeholder consultations. Communications Minister Solly Malatsi told legislators the final report would arrive in early...

Four unidentified men kidnapped Memory Matanga while she traveled to the Chitungwiza Magistrate's Court to provide testimony against robbery suspect Alouis Luciano. The perpetrators pulled the 25-year-old witness into a white Toyota vehicle in the Zengeza 1 neighborhood, drove her to an isolated...

South African producer DJ Maphorisa attracted widespread social media attention following his 38th birthday celebration when photographs revealed a dramatically slimmer physique. The Amapiano artist appeared significantly lighter than in previous public appearances, prompting immediate...

A North Carolina jury awarded Akira Montague approximately 1.75 million dollars after finding TikTok influencer Brenay Kennard liable for alienation of affection and criminal conversation related to her former husband, Tim Montague. Kennard, who maintains nearly 3 million social media followers...

Zimbabwean sungura musician Alick Macheso sparked widespread online commentary after appearing onstage with an unexpected freehand hairstyle, abandoning his typically short haircut. A performance video circulated rapidly across social platforms, generating thousands of responses from surprised...

Bulawayo authorities want to increase littering penalties by 900 percent, raising the maximum fine from 30 dollars to 300 dollars. Council officials claim existing penalties have failed to discourage offenders, especially commercial entities, prompting the proposed escalation during a recent...

Eight Zimbabwean care workers have brought claims before Ireland's Workplace Relations Commission against Unity Healthcare Services Ltd, alleging the company collected recruitment fees ranging from €2,000 to €3,600 before failing to provide promised employment. The workers testified that they...

Zimbabwe's Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training has introduced a comprehensive framework aimed at modernizing skills education throughout the country. Deputy Minister Kudakwashe Mupamhanga announced the initiative while addressing graduates from Bulawayo training...

Bulawayo City Council has cautioned residents against proceeding with building projects without obtaining proper authorization from municipal authorities. Acting town clerk Tennyson Mpunzi stated that construction plans must receive local government approval before work commences, as mandated by...

Parliament Speaker Jacob Mudenda has faced criticism after proposing additional tollgates across Matabeleland North to generate revenue for road infrastructure development. The official suggested increasing collection points to five between Bulawayo and Hwange while adding two facilities along...

Hwange Local Board has intensified efforts to dismantle unauthorized livestock enclosures constructed near residential zones as authorities address persistent problems with wandering animals throughout urban areas. Corporate communications officer Dumisani Nsingo indicated the local authority...

Former ZPRA regional commander Andrew Ndlovu has advocated for implementing nationwide post-election frameworks that prioritize unity and nonpartisan governance following Zimbabwe's history of electoral violence and political divisions. The war veteran, who ran for office in Nkulumane...

Tsholotsho North representative Libion Sibanda has reported advancement in constituency infrastructure following allocation of resources from the Constituency Development Fund. The legislator detailed multiple initiatives addressing educational facilities and water access across the district...

Stonegate Group has initiated discussions with financial advisers regarding the potential disposal of approximately 1,000 premium pubs from its portfolio as the company navigates substantial debt obligations exceeding $3 billion. The hospitality operator, which controls the Slug and Lettuce and...

Democratic Representative Rashida Tlaib has brought forward legislation in Congress that would formally declare Israeli military operations in Gaza constitute genocide against Palestinians. The measure, backed by 21 Democratic colleagues, demands immediate suspension of arms transfers to Israel...

A federal judge in the Northern District of California has issued a sweeping preliminary injunction preventing the government from using a Task Force Policy to threaten the University of California system with funding suspensions and coercive settlement demands. The ruling expands an earlier...

The Vatican has transferred 62 Indigenous artifacts to Canadian Catholic bishops in what officials described as a gesture promoting dialogue and respect between institutions and Indigenous communities. Pope Leo XIV formally gifted the items, which had been housed in the Vatican Museums since...

Human Rights Watch has criticized a care system proposal from the Mexico City government, arguing the legislation fails to protect disabled and elderly individuals' autonomy and rights. Associate disability rights director Carlos Rios Espinosa stated the bill lacks clear definitions of support...