Businessman Marconati hides in mine shaft to evade arrest

Marconati will likely appear at the Harare Magistrate’s Courts on Saturday. 
By Staff Reporter 14h ago
Zimbabwe’s ‘vaccines comedian’ boosts health through stern jokes
Zimbabwe’s ‘vaccines comedian’ boosts health through stern jokes
“Through comedy skits, we are bold in telling our fans to get up to date on their cervical cancer, malaria and their babies’ ‘killer diseases’ vaccines,” Vharazipi tells VaccinesWork. 
By Ray Mwareya Jan. 25, 2026
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Silicosis crisis: Young miners pay with their lungs for Zimbabwe’s gold
In mining towns such as Kwekwe, Shurugwi and Zvishavane, young, able-bodied men who should be driving the country’s economy are instead counting their breaths. 
By Evans Mathanda and Miriam Mangwaya Jan. 25, 2026
How Zim’s second-hand car boom is fuelling a hidden waste crisis
Customs officials at ports like Beitbridge and Chirundu are primarily tasked with assessing duty, checking for stolen vehicles, and ensuring documentation is in order. 
By Nunurai Jena Jan. 25, 2026
Families count the cost as heavy rains wreak havoc
Last Tuesday the Meteorological Services Department and the Department of Civil Protection (DCP) issued a joint weather alert for heavy rains exceeding 50 millimetres. 
By Moses Mugugunyeki Jan. 25, 2026
AFM pastor in court for indecent assault
Tawanda Murombedzi, represented by his lawyer Brian Kashangura, pleaded not guilty to the charge before magistrate Batiraishe Zishiri. 
By Desmond Chingarande Jan. 25, 2026
Incessant rains spark cholera fears
Medical practitioner Johannes Marisa echoed the high-risk assessment, linking it directly to flooding and poor drainage, which contaminate water sources. 
By Vanessa Gonye and Gracious Daniel Jan. 25, 2026
Farmers cry foul over US$700 fees for land surveys
Tycoon and Zanu PF central committee member, Kudakwashe Tagwirei, is the chairperson of the Land Tenure Implementation Committee. 
By Nqobani Ndlovu Jan. 25, 2026
Furore over Chitungwiza mayor’s car
According to sources within the council, the vehicle — estimated to be worth US$147 000 — was recently acquired for official mayoral duties. 
By Staff Reporter Jan. 25, 2026
Garwe’s hand in Harare land scandal exposed
The three were arrested after Marvis Java approached the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) claiming that she had been sold a non-existent commercial stand in Newlands. 
By Staff Reporter Jan. 25, 2026
Tungwarara, Tagwirei feud splits Zanu PF
Tungwarara launched another attack on Tagwirei in Nyanga a fortnight ago, accusing him of being too ambitious and  trying to monopolise Mnangagwa. 
By Staff Reporter Jan. 25, 2026
Chamisa comeback raises stakes
In January 2024, Chamisa abruptly left the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party that he and others had formed in 2022.  
By Staff Reporter Jan. 25, 2026
I’m ready to die, says ED advisor
Tungwarara said there were people who wanted to cause confusion in the party.
By Kenneth Nyangani Jan. 18, 2026
Mnangagwa ordered to release land report
Markham, represented by lawyer Alec Muchadehama, cited Mnangagwa and the Attorney General as respondents.
By Desmond Chingarande Jan. 18, 2026
Clash over control of Mutumwa Mawere funeral contributions
The dispute now threatens to overshadow the legacy of Mutumwa Mawere
By Moses Mugugunyeki Jan. 18, 2026
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Lithium miners grab water sources, squeezing local communities dry
A British company that owned Bikita Minerals back then sunk a 40-metre well at its periphery after realising the villagers had no reliable water supply.
By Miriam Mangwaya Jan. 18, 2026
Why Zimbabweans risk life and limb to enter SA
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF), bolstered by a government mandate to secure porous borders, has intensified Operation Corona.
By Problem Masau Jan. 18, 2026
Ziyambi gets final warning over 2030
Ziyambi, who is also the Zanu PF legal secretary, ignored Sululu’s seven-day ultimatum.
By Silas Nkala Jan. 18, 2026
Mnangagwa, Mugabe reconciliation disputed
The late veteran nationalist was buried at his rural home in Zvimba, after snubbing the National Heroes Acre out of anger despite being declared a national hero.
By Brent Shamu Jan. 18, 2026
Deputy minister urges teacher, parent collaboration
Gata pointed out a lingering gap between teachers and parents in implementing HBC projects, stressing the importance of equipping learners with practical skills.
By Azriel Chimeno Jan. 18, 2026
Harare woman defrauds trust of US$137 000
She claimed to be the executrix of her late brother’s estate and presented documents suggesting she had authority to sell the property.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Jan. 18, 2026
MP arrested for spending CDF money on beer
According to investigators, ZWG993 241 was reportedly spent on personal items, including building materials, groceries, shoes, and beer.
By Nunurai Jena Jan. 18, 2026
Harare blames residents for chaos
Addressing journalists at Town House recently, Mafume warned that the financial burden has become critical.
By Gracious Daniel Jan. 18, 2026
Rusape money laundering case raises eyebrows
He appeared in court last week facing charges of money laundering after allegedly failing to explain his new found source of wealth.
By Nqobani Ndlovu and Brent Shamu Jan. 18, 2026
Mashonaland West records surge in Malaria cases
Mashonaland West province is currently classified into two malaria transmission categories.
By Nunurai Jena Jan. 18, 2026
Tagwirei disavows circulating campaigns
The public relations office also indicated that Tagwirei reserves the right to take appropriate action against any individuals or entities misusing his name.
By Staff Reporter Jan. 16, 2026
Mnangagwa plot faces big hurdle
Zanu PF is said to be banking on MPs belonging to a faction led by self-imposed CCC secretary-general Sengezo Tshabangu.
By Silas Nkala Jan. 11, 2026
Tagwirei ‘HE’ title sends tongues wagging
Critics argued that Mlalazi’s post confirmed long- held suspicions that Tagwirei was harbouring presidential ambitions, claims he has neither publicly confirmed nor denied..
By Miriam Mangwaya Jan. 11, 2026