Major highway upgrade reaches key milestone

The project remains focused on delivering a safer and more efficient road network that supports tourism, trade and regional integration,” Ncube said.
By Staff Reporter Jun. 21, 2026

Key Mat’land projects to be completed by year-end: Minister

“We expect to complete these projects by the end of the year following the disbursement of US$5 million for the Gwayi Shangani project,” he said.
By Nizbert Moyo Jun. 19, 2026

Lupane hospital stuck with 16 unidentified bodies

The appeal highlights a growing challenge faced by public mortuaries in remote districts, where unidentified or unclaimed bodies can remain in storage for years.
By Silas Nkala Jun. 10, 2026

Nkayi FMD quarantine lifted after 18 months

The quarantine, which affected multiple dip tanks across the district, was imposed under section 21(4)(a) of the Animal Health Act [Chapter 19:01] following the outbreak.
By Silas Nkala Jun. 9, 2026

Hit-and-run suspect arrested over fatal Cross Dete-Binga Road accident

The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the arrest of Mike Ndlovu in a statement posted on its official X account.
By Patricia Sibanda May. 26, 2026

Mercury ban push doubles as informal mining control strategy

“We will assist artisanal and small-scale gold miners to formalise and be integrated into the formal economy” through holistic, integrated pilots,” Mutonhori said.
By Patricia Sibanda May. 20, 2026

Minister denies ID backlog amid growing public outcry

This emerged in the Senate when Matabeleland North Senator Sengezo Tshabangu questioned the Home Affairs ministry about delays in the issuance of identity documents.
By Sharon Sibindi May. 14, 2026

Mat North empowerment programmes fail to stem youth migration

Youths in Matabeleland North migrate to South Africa to escape chronic unemployment and severe climate-induced droughts that have devastated local livelihoods. 
By Sharon Sibindi May. 12, 2026

Bubi farmer calls for mindset shift to transform rural agric

“My research focused on soil management and arable crops, which continues to influence my work today.” 
By Silas Nkala Apr. 18, 2026