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Bindura mayor Jacob Gwature remanded in custody over fraud allegations
Emma ZihonyeThe Bindura Mayor, Jacob Gwature, has appeared before Harare magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa, alongside his co-accused, Jonathan Kapasi, for allegedly defrauding a charity company of US$6 970...
All set for 2023 National Seed Festival on Friday
Patience MuchemwaThe Zimbabwe Seed Sovereignty Programme is on Friday holding the 2023 National Seed Festival, an annual national event that promotes and celebrates food and seed sovereignty in the co...
MSD warns of harsh weather conditions in some parts of the country
Zim Now WriterBetween September 26 and 29, isolated lightning strikes and light showers, drizzle, and moderate winds are expected in some parts of the country.The weather advisory was presented by the...
10-year jail term for beating daughter to death over promiscuity accusations
Zim Now WriterFor beating his 16 year-old daughter to death over promiscuity allegations, a Hwedza man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.Nomore Makwinja, 52, however had five years of the sente...
'Parents of deaf children should be trained in Sign Language'
Michael MashiriOrganisations that advocate and deal with hearing impaired persons have said more can still be done to ensure people living with the condition are catered for.This comes as the world ma...
Smuggled goods drain the Zimbabwean economy
Audrey Galawu and Patience MuchemwaMisheck Mukohwazhizha, a civil servant walks into a bank and withdraws US$200 dollars from his nostro account. The US dollar allowance makes the biggest chunk of his...
Man remanded in custody for cocaine possession
Audrey MabharaniA man from Queensdale, Chirimuuta Charlton, 40, appeared before the Harare Magistrates’ Courts accused of unlawful possession of drugs.The State alleges that detectives were informed t...
Martin Rushwaya appointed substantive Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet
Martin RushwayaZim Now WriterPresident Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed Martin Rushwaya as the Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet with immediate effect.This follows the retirement, from the...
Man loses 7 grammes gold, cash to robbers
Zim Now WriterA man from Gweru lost 7 grams of gold and cash after he was robbed by three armed men who pretended to be buyers.The man was approached in Shurugwi while he was selling the gold and was...
Man up for attempted murder
Michael MashiriA man who allegedly stabbed the complainant after a misunderstanding was has been arraigned before the courts.Lovemore Rupiya, 38, of Epworth, appeared before magistrate Marehwanazvo Go...