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GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY: HCCLH Mashala Medical Outreach Program

By: Lennox Madzudzo. Hwange Colliery Company Limited Holdings (HCCLH) recently hosted a successful Medical Outreach Program in Mashala, a testament to its commitment to community social responsibility. On May 15, 2026, the Mashala Primary School played host to the event, which was made possible through partnerships with the National Aids Council and Lyeja FM. The […]

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From Hwange to the Grand Stage: Ruvimbo Tafadzwa Makes Top 18 as Miss Universe Zimbabwe Hype Grows

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO ​The countdown to the Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2026 grand finale has officially begun, and the excitement across the country is unmatched. This year, the stakes are higher than ever, especially after the thrilling announcement that global icon and former Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi, will host the main event at the Harare Hippodrome […]

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“We Are Still Crying for Sponsorship”: Local Netball Teams Seek Support

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO Local Division 2 netball teams Bluebird, Kasambabezi Queens and Mabale competed in the ” Hwange Bubble” tournament on May 2nd. The event was held at the historic Old Ground in Hwange. The highlight of the day was where Bluebird delivered a powerhouse performance against Mabale, securing a massive 74-26 victory. From the […]

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Historic run sends Zimbabwe to World Athletics Championships and World Relays final

By Zim Sport Live Writer Zimbabwe’s men’s 4x400m relay team produced a historic performance to qualify for the World Athletics Championships and the World Relays final after a record-breaking run at the World Athletics Relays Gaborone 2026 on Saturday. The quartet of Gerren Muwishi, Leeford Zuze, Dennis Hove and Thandazani Ndhlovu finished third in heat […]

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Chatunga Mugabe Fined and Deported from South Africa

A court in Johannesburg has ordered the immediate deportation of Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the son of the late Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe. This follows his conviction for crimes involving a firearm and breaking immigration laws. Mugabe appeared at the Alexandra Magistrates Court on Wednesday. During the sentencing, the judge handed down several strict penalties to […]

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​The Hwange Q&A: Taboos, ‘Power Dynamics,’ and the Truth About Sex and Sanity

​By Nyoni Tatenda K ​The sessions were divided into the “what,” then Q&A was about the “how.” In a rare moment of radical honesty, the panelists tackled the topics usually whispered about in the shadows: sexual health, the legal traps of polygamy, and why Hwange men are cracking under mental pressure. ​The “Correct Exam, Wrong […]

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Update: 12 Confirmed Dead in Toyota Quantum Explosion near Esigodini

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has revised the death toll of the horrific Bulawayo-Beitbridge Road explosion to 12 fatalities, down from the initial estimate of 18. The tragic accident, which occurred on April 16, 2026, has officially been declared a State of Disaster. According to a press statement released on April 17, […]

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Fatal Explosion Shuts Down Bulawayo-Beitbridge Road: 18 Feared Dead

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO A horrific vehicle explosion along the Bulawayo-Beitbridge road this afternoon has left an estimated 18 people presumed dead.The incident occurred at the Much Binding area between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM. According to official reports, the Toyota Quantum involved was completely destroyed in the blast. The force of the explosion was reportedly […]

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