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ZIMURA Defends Cover Band Tariffs
Rutendo Mazhindu- Zim Now ReporterThe Zimbabwe Music Rights Association has defended its decision to impose a US$150 licensing fee on cover bands, insisting the move is necessary to protect composers'...
Ukraine Considers Ceasefire as U.S. Resumes Military Aid
 Zim Now Writer Ukraine has signaled its willingness to accept a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire in its conflict with Russia following high-level talks in Saudi Arabia. In return, the United States has...
 Reggae legend Cocoa Tea passes on
Cocoa TeaGilbert Munetsi – Zim Now WriterThe world of reggae has lost one of its most cherished voices. Colvin 'Cocoa Tea' Scott, the Jamaican reggae legend known for his smooth melodies and uplifting...
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested on ICC Warrant
Philippine Former President Rodrigo DuterteZim Now Writer Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on Tuesday at Manila’s main airport upon his return from Hong Kong, following a reque...
Court Orders Man to Pay Child Support Despite Paternity Dispute
Rutendo Mazhindu- Zim Now ReporterA Harare man who denied paternity of his children has been ordered to pay US$250 in monthly child support and settle outstanding school fees after his ex-wife took hi...
AFC CFO in Court Over Child Support
 Rutendo Mazhindu- Zim Now ReporterAFC Holdings Chief Financial Officer Desmond Shonhiwa appeared before the Harare Civil Court yesterday, where his former wife, Thandiwe Muchabaya, demanded US$2 800...
ZRP Seizes 3.9 Tons of Dagga in Harare
Witness Runodada- Zim Now ReporterIn Zimbabwe's ongoing battle against drug trafficking, the Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the arrest of three individuals on March 9, 2025, for the unlawful posse...
Ukraine attacks Moscow in daring move
Beleaguered Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky seems determined not to go down without a whimper after Russia announced that it downed 60 drones aimed at Moscow in the night of Monday into Tuesday...
Zelenskiy Seeks Saudi Support as U.S. Pushes for Ukraine Peace Talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy (left) with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (right)Zim Now Writer Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman...
Lustful Father rapes, impregnates 14-year-old daughter
Munyaradzi Mashiri- Court CorrespondentA man who raped his 14-year-old daughter has been sentenced to 15 years imprisonment.The accused ,41, appeared at the Harare Magistrates' Courts accused of rape....