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Stories

Business

IMF Warns El Niño Drought Will Slow Zimbabwe’s Growth

The Fund said the drought poses a key downside risk, particularly if it is more severe than expected or government mitigation measures are delayed.

Breaking News

Killer T Vows To Quit Alcohol After Cyberbullying Case Is Withdrawn

“He has told me that he is going to quit drinking alcohol,” Mthombeni said.

Environment

Great Zimbabwe University Postpones Graduation After Storm Damages Venue

“The decision follows the severe devastation caused by the sudden storm that affected Masvingo last night, resulting in significant damage to the city and, in particular, the graduation venue and surrounding infrastructure,” the university said.

Africa

Zimbabwe Football Hit by CAF Spectator Ban After Fan Dies at National Stadium

“All CAF matches to be played in Zimbabwe during the period of this suspension shall therefore be held behind closed doors until further notice,” the Cabinet announced.

Africa
Wicknell Chivhayo with Tanzanian president

Media Blackout as Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan Visits Chivayo Family

The visit was kept private, with reports indicating that cameras and mobile phones were not allowed inside the residence.

Breaking News

Mnangagwa’s Advisor Tungwarara Speaks Following Reports He Was Airlifted to South Africa

“Yes, I was airlifted, but I was airlifted for other reasons, not being sick,” Tungwarara said, adding that he wanted to make it clear to Zimbabweans that he was alive and would be returning home.

News
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and his wife Colonel Dr Miniyothabo Baloyi-Chiwenga.

Why Didn’t VP Chiwenga Visit the Chivayo Family? Here’s What We Know

The confrontation intensified when Chiwenga increasingly criticised politically connected wealthy businessmen whom he referred to as “Zvigananda”.

Culture

Musician Killer T Arrested for Alleged Cyber bullying

Killer T is expected to appear in court today.

Breaking News

Trevor Ncube’s Zimind sues 36 employees for US$100,000 over alleged defamation

Zimind is seeking an order compelling the defendants to publish an unconditional retraction and apology, as well as an interdict preventing further publication or dissemination of what the company considers defamatory statements

Video

Watch: Machakaire Livestreams Helicopter Flight To Funeral Of Chivayo Crash Pilot

HARARE — Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Minister Tino Machakaire on Sunday live-streamed himself aboard a helicopter as he travelled to the funeral of Captain Kelvin Tafirei Soda, one of the pilots killed in the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of businessman Wicknell Chivayo, his wife Lucy Muteke and three others. The helicopter

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