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Bolsonaro Favourite To Win Brazil Presidency After Leading In First Round

Right-wing Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has exceeded expectations in the first-round vote with a slight lead over the incumbent left-wing President Luiz Inacio ‌Lula da Silva, triggering a run-off later this month.

News

Bolsonaro Favourite To Win Brazil Presidency After Leading In First Round

Right-wing Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has exceeded expectations in the first-round vote with a slight lead over the incumbent left-wing President Luiz Inacio ‌Lula da Silva, triggering a run-off later this month.

Business

New UK Ambassador Pledges to Strengthen Ties With Zimbabwe

“There is real momentum in the UK-Zimbabwe relationship, built not only on our shared interests but on the strong people-to-people ties that form a living bridge between our countries,” she said.

Business

‘Tagwirei Is Like the Guptas’: Moyo’s 2020 Post Resurfaces

“KUDA TAGWIREI IS LIKE THE GUPTAS,” Moyo wrote, arguing that Tagwirei’s alleged influence mirrored the state-capture scandal associated with the Gupta family under former South African president Jacob Zuma.

Breaking News

Government Investigates Meta Over WhatsApp Business Account Takeovers

The reported account takeovers have raised concerns about the security of WhatsApp Business, which companies and entrepreneurs use to communicate with customers and conduct commercial activities.

Environment & Climate

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Environment

Government Mobilises Emergency Relief for Masvingo Hailstorm-Hit Households

"The government has dispatched 90 tonnes of mealie-meal and 90 tonnes of rice, while cooperating partners are providing additional food and non-food items to affected families.

Diaspora

From Rotting Apples to Clean Air: Zimbabwean Innovator Tendai Dhodho Makes Her Mark in Sweden

The idea emerged after she noticed that many apples growing on Swedish trees go to waste, often rotting before they can be consumed. She began exploring ways to preserve the fruit by combining it with nutrient-rich ingredients, including spirulina, a type of microalgae.

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.

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Video

Watch: Here is Why Mnangagwa Removed Obert Mpofu from Zanu-PF Politburo

Former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa said Obert Mpofu was removed from the Zanu-PF Politburo for missing three consecutive meetings. President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced on Thursday that Mpofu had been reassigned to the party’s Council of Elders.

Video

Watch: Ziyambi Is a Sellout!” Mliswa Explodes Over Cancelled ZANU-PF Politburo

“Ziyambi and his team must go; he is treasonous. Ziyambi Ziyambi is a sellout,” Mliswa said.

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

Opinion
"For decades, the principle has been axiomatic: the President and First Secretary of ZANU PF is, ipso facto, the Party's sole candidate for national presidential elections. The draft now seeks to sever that umbilical cord."
Culture

UN Expert Urges Zimbabwe to Ease Restrictions on Cultural Expression

“Despite what some officials say, not everyone is free to express their identity, opinions, values and worldviews in Zimbabwe today,” Xanthaki said.

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.

Culture

Dr Gideon Gono’s Tribute to Dr Munyaradzi Kereke

My family and I received with deep sadness the news of Dr Munyaradzi Kereke’s passing this morning at Avenues Clinic in Harare. To his family, friends, former colleagues and all who knew and loved him, we extend our heartfelt condolences. At a time like this, words feel inadequate. Behind the name and the public life

Africa

Second Ebola Case Hits Kenya, But Officials Say Outbreak Remains Contained

Kenya has now recorded two confirmed Ebola cases and one death.

Africa

‘Make All Africa Proud’: Ramaphosa Hails Rwanda’s Formula 1 Grand Prix Deal

“We look forward to working with you and all who share this vision as we make this a truly African Grand Prix in every way possible and take motorsport to new heights on our continent.”

Africa

Zimbabwe Police Hunt Five Fugitives Wanted in Zambia

In a press statement dated October 14, 2026, police said the Criminal Investigation Department headquarters was working with the Zambia Police Service to strengthen cross-border cooperation and combat transnational crime.

Business

New UK Ambassador Pledges to Strengthen Ties With Zimbabwe

“There is real momentum in the UK-Zimbabwe relationship, built not only on our shared interests but on the strong people-to-people ties that form a living bridge between our countries,” she said.

Africa

Somali-born Sagal Abdi-Wali Wins Starmer’s Former Seat in UK By-Election

Abdi-Wali, who grew up in London after arriving in Britain as a child refugee from Somalia, secured 12,292 votes, representing about 45% of the total, to claim the seat for the governing Labour Party.

Diaspora

From Rotting Apples to Clean Air: Zimbabwean Innovator Tendai Dhodho Makes Her Mark in Sweden

The idea emerged after she noticed that many apples growing on Swedish trees go to waste, often rotting before they can be consumed. She began exploring ways to preserve the fruit by combining it with nutrient-rich ingredients, including spirulina, a type of microalgae.

Opportunities

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Fellowship

Opportunity Alert! Zimbabwe Youth Innovation HackLab 2026

The Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, in partnership with the United Nations Youth Group chaired by UNFPA, invites young people ordinarily resident in Zimbabwe to submit innovative ideas addressing some of the country’s most pressing development challenges. Opportunity: Zimbabwe Youth Innovation HackLab 2026Organisers: Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, in

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Job 07 September 2026

Project Management Consultant: Engagement Team at Pulitzer Center

About the Pulitzer Center The Pulitzer Center champions the power of stories to make complex issues relevant and inspire action. Founded in 2006, the Pulitzer Center has a bold vision to be the venue for the world’s most innovative and consequential reporting, with journalism as the key element for mobilizing society through audience engagement strategies.

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Fellowship 24 September 2026

Call for Applications: 2027 Tech Policy Press Fellowship Program

By Ramsha Jahangir Tech Policy Press is now accepting applications for its 2027 fellowship cohort. Since its launch in 2023, the fellowship program has supported 25 fellows from 11 countries across three cohorts, who have written on pressing topics such as the governance of artificial intelligence, tech regulation, digital rights, and the entanglement of state and

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