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2 months ago • 2 min read

PUBLIC HOLIDAY ROAD SAFETY MESSAGE

Police Call on All Road Users to Exercise Caution During the Public Holiday The message below is by ZRP Officer Commanding Police Matabeleland North province, Commissioner Steven Kazingizi. As the nation observes the public holiday, the Police urge all motorists, passengers, pedestrians and other road users to exercise maximum caution and responsibility on the roads. […]

2 months ago • 1 min read

Government Seeks Solutions to Legal Challenges Facing Intersex People

The Government of Zimbabwe is reviewing laws and policies affecting intersex people after a legal challenge exposed gaps in the country’s legal framework. The issue was discussed during a breakfast meeting in Harare, bringing together government officials, experts and other stakeholders. Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi said the meeting was meant to […]

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Matnorth 2026 Annual Agric Show Set to Drive Sustainable Growth

By Lennox Madzudzo: Lyeja FM 107.3 The community of Hwange and the entire Matabeleland North Region is geared up for one of the biggest events on the provincial calendar as the *Annual Matabeleland North Provincial Agricultural Show* returns this August. Running under the theme, “Building Initiatives for a Sustainable Future”, the show will be held […]

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Victoria Falls By-Election Winners Sworn In

Newly elected councillors for Wards 9, 10 and 11 in Victoria Falls Municipality were officially sworn into office on Tuesday during a ceremony held in the Council Boardroom. The swearing-in followed the 1 August by-elections, in which ZANU-PF won all three contested wards. Residents and representatives from various political parties attended the ceremony. The newly […]

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EMA Says 75.6% of Its Enforcement Work Focuses on Water Pollution

The Environmental Management Agency (EMA) says water pollution remains Zimbabwe’s most pressing environmental challenge, with more than three-quarters of its enforcement efforts now dedicated to protecting the country’s water resources. EMA Environmental Protection Director Mr Christopher Musvava made the remarks while giving oral evidence on unsustainable mining practices by mining companies surrounding the Deka River […]

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Cabinet Approves Municipal Police and Courts Bill

Zimbabwe’s Cabinet has approved the Municipal Police and Courts Bill, a proposed law aimed at improving law enforcement, local governance, service delivery and access to justice across the country. The approval was announced by Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Dr Zhemu Soda during a post-Cabinet media briefing on Tuesday. The Bill was presented by […]

2 months ago • 2 min read

ZRP Hwange Relaunches Client Service Charter to Strengthen Public Service

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Hwange District on 21 July 2026 relaunched its Client Service Charter at the Number One Bus Terminus in Lwendulu, reaffirming its commitment to professionalism, accountability and quality service delivery. The relaunch, led by Officer Commanding Police Hwange District, Chief Superintendent Nehwasvi, reminded officers of their responsibility to uphold the standards […]

2 months ago • 2 min read

BAOBAB NORTH ROAD DEVELOPMENT: HWANGE LOCAL BOARD PAVES THE WAY FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT

The Hwange Local Board (HLB) will begin road opening and construction works in Baobab North on Monday, 27 July 2026, as part of its efforts to improve road infrastructure in the area. In a public notice issued on 24 July, the local authority called on residents to remove all materials placed within the road servitude […]

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Kasambabezi Border Post Commissioned to Boost Trade, Safety and Development in Binga

The Government has officially commissioned the Kasambabezi Border Post in Binga District, marking a major step towards improving safe cross-border travel, boosting trade and promoting inclusive development between Zimbabwe and Zambia. Vice President Kembo Mohadi officially opened the border post on Friday, 24 July 2026, saying the project demonstrates the Government’s commitment to ensuring that […]

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Zimbabwe Football Mourns the Loss of Three Highlanders FC Executives

Zimbabwean football is in mourning following the tragic death of three Highlanders Football Club executive committee members in a horrific road accident along the Gweru-Bulawayo Road on Thursday evening. The victims have been identified as Highlanders chairman Retired Colonel Kenneth Mhlophe, vice chairman Fiso Siziba, and treasurer Nkani Khoza. According to both Highlanders FC and […]