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Chiwenga approach opens can of worms

Garwe is said to have reacted angrily to the traders’ decision to approach Chiwenga directly without going  through his ministry.
By Nqobani Ndlovu Aug. 24, 2025
Kadoma cracks down on traffic offenders
Kadoma cracks down on traffic offenders
The city council notified motorists of immediate clamping and towing operations for offences listed under the Kadoma (Clamping and Tow-Away) By-law of 2009.
By Azriel Chimeno Aug. 24, 2025
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Bitter estate wrangle sucks in top judges
According to affidavits filed in court, estate DRB 987/20, relating to the late Daya Mlotshwa, was registered in October 2020, with Campion Mlotshwa appointed as executor dative.
By Sharon Sibindi Aug. 24, 2025
In Conversation With Trevor: Bulawayo eyeing diaspora investors
Tourism is a huge expanding market throughout the world with air travel and the like. But our city is terribly under-marketed.
By In Conversation With Trevor Aug. 24, 2025
Council officials block smart city dream
He revealed to The Standard that he already has foreign and local investors ready to pour   millions of dollars into the project.
By Moses Mugugunyeki Aug. 24, 2025
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Green fuel, guards sued for vicious attacks on children
According to the students, their day turned sour when the security guards ‘wrongfully’ accused them of stealing sugar cane before the savage assault.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 24, 2025
MP comes to the rescue of Seke clinic
Mavhunga who is serving for a second term as a legislator clarified the use of CDF money.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 24, 2025
Prominent cleric prays for end to Chitungwiza accidents
Chitungwiza has been grappling with road accident challenges, which have resulted in losses of life and property.
By Albert Masaka Aug. 24, 2025
EcoCash 'ChakachayaZiyawa' promotion enters final stretch
Jacob Ruputsa, a winner from Gweru, expressed gratitude for the promotion.
By Own Correspondent Aug. 24, 2025
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Accountant jailed for money laundering
She said a custodial sentence had been found appropriate
By Trevor Mutsvairo Aug. 17, 2025
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ZETDC revenue officer in court for fraud
Investigations established that this certificate was also fake and was used by ZETDC to award a confirmation of compliance. 
By Trevor Mutsvairo Aug. 17, 2025
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Bindura man jailed for theft
He was initially sentenced to 12 months in jail before four months were conditionally suspended. 
By Nzobizwe Thebe Aug. 17, 2025
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'Rogue' cop back in court
Simbarashe Mandizvidza appeared before Harare magistrate Vakayi Chikwekwe on Friday and was charged with causing disaffection among police officers, fraud and transmission of false data
By Trevor Mutsvairo Aug. 17, 2025
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Top bank official fired over RTGS 3000
Labour Court judge Justice Samuel Kudya said the record of the disciplinary proceedings was replete with evidence that Muza committed the infractions.
By Desmond Chingarande Aug. 17, 2025
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Zanu PF benefactor bags fishy deal
The controversial plan to give the tender to Discovery Ambulance Services, owned by David Munowenyu, sharply divided councillors during the council’s last full council meeting.
By Kenneth Nyangani Aug. 17, 2025
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Employees block RioZim's multi-million dollar asset disposal move
According to statements dated May 29 and July 17, 2025, RioZim was negotiating with potential investors for a US$20 million working capital injection.
By Concilia Mupezeni Aug. 17, 2025
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In a Zimbabwe first, headmasters threaten strike
School heads have broken with tradition and joined teachers in demanding better salaries
By Miriam Mangwaya Aug. 17, 2025
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NHS rocked by cash scandals
The revelations surfaced following the sacking of various executives at the NHS late last year on charges of graft, incompetence, and corporate governance failures.
By Tinashe Kairiza and Nqobani Ndlovu Aug. 17, 2025
Zimbabweans want political renewal, survey shows
“This is the moment to unite voices, demand a clear roadmap, and ensure that Zimbabwe's next chapter is built on integrity, participation, and hope,” the report read.
By Nqobani Ndlovu Aug. 17, 2025
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Mnangagwa relinquishes Sadc chairmanship
President Emmerson Mnangagwa will hand over the chairmanship of the Southern African Development Community
By Staff Reporter Aug. 17, 2025
Trump aid cuts begin to bite in Zimbabwe as Aids funding gap threatens years of gains
Angela Jambo has spent her time advocating for people living with HIV
By Conrad Gweru Aug. 16, 2025
Kadoma elite school shines at regional debate competition
The school has also introduced foreign languages like Chinese and French to prepare students for a globalised world.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 15, 2025
For some Zimbabwe children with heart disease, a rare lifeline restores hope
Another 19 have benefited from two surgical camps last year and in July with Egyptian assistance and supported by nongovernmental organisations such as Gift of Life International
By Farai Mutsaka Aug. 10, 2025
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The shame of zero pass rates: Government’s threats to fire rural school teachers exposes neglect
Zimbabwe’s rural schools are crippled by systemic neglect, underfunding, and teacher attrition, perpetuating cycles of poverty.
By Nhau Mangirazi Aug. 10, 2025
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Marondera council in shady land grab
Nevertheless, since November 2024, the council has been dishing out stands, raising fears of corruption, political patronage and personal enrichment by municipal executives.
By Moses Mugugunyeki Aug. 10, 2025
Suspected rapist tries to flee from custody
The matter came to light at Bindura regional magistrates courts where Nelson Pakata appeared before magistrate Amos Mbobo.
By Simbarashe Sithole Aug. 10, 2025
Illegal miner rapes, robs sex worker
The accused, Thulani Zingwena, appeared before magistrate Amos Mbobo who remanded him in custody to August 20.
By Simbarashe Sithole Aug. 10, 2025
Man (70) assaulted over witchcraft allegations
According to court papers, Sithole stormed his neighbour's house on July 26 in a fit of rage and accused his 70 year-old neighbour of bewitching his mother.
By Simbarashe Sithole Aug. 10, 2025