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May 7, 2024, 12:17 am
Selling, Growing Genetically Modified Maize Seed Is Illegal- - Agriculture Deputy Minister
- [New Zimbabwe] DEPUTY Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, Vangelis Haritatos, has warned that those illegally selling genetically modified organism (GMO) maize to farmers for planting will be prosecuted.
Motorists Now Able to Buy Petrol, Diesel Using New ZiG Currency
- [New Zimbabwe] IN a major climbdown, Zimbabwean authorities, initially jittery to force petroleum dealers to accept the new ZiG currency, have announced motorists can now buy petrol and diesel using the money.
Minister Pledges Better Perks for War Veterans to 'Age Gracefully'
- [New Zimbabwe] MINISTER of Veterans of the Liberation Struggle Affairs, Monica Mavhunga says President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration is aware of the plight of war veterans and their dependants, and is working tirelessly to improve their welfare through improved monthly stipends and economic empowerment initiatives.
Gospel Musician Kombo, Husband Challenge Evidence of High Court Judge, Accuse State of 'Animal Farm' Operations
- [New Zimbabwe] GOSPEL artist, Ivy Kombo and her husband, Admire Kasi, have challenged the summoning of a High Court judge as a State witness midway during their trial, arguing that the prosecution was acting illegally.
Reserve Bank Clueless On Dealing With 'Big Fish' Fuelling Illegal Forex Trade
- [New Zimbabwe] The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor John Mushayavanhu last week struggled to present a concrete plan to deal with wealthy politicians and businesspeople pumping money into the black market.
Newly Launched ZiG Currency to Breathe Life Into Ailing Economy - Finance Minister
- [New Zimbabwe] Minister of Finance, Mthuli Ncube says the country's economy is expected to rebound as a result of the newly launched gold backed currency, Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG).
Law Will Catch Up With Fuel Dealers Not Accepting ZiG - Says RBZ Governor
- [New Zimbabwe] RESERVE Bank of Zimbabwe governor, John Mushayavanhu says fuel companies will soon be required to sell in the new currency, ZiG.
We Cannot Be That Cruel - Says Agric Deputy Minister in Zanu-PF's Defence, Amid Fears of Politicisation of Food Aid
- [New Zimbabwe] DEPUTY Minister of Agriculture Vangelis Haritatos has dismissed fears Zanu PF will politicise the distribution of food aid right in the middle of Zimbabwe's worst drought in years, saying they can never be that cruel.
Public Hearing Dates Set for Death Penalty Abolition Bill, Week After Mnangagwa 'Saves' Prisoners On Roll
- [New Zimbabwe] ZIMBABWEANS will, between May 6 and 10, be given an opportunity to share their views on the Death Penalty Abolition Bill in public hearings to be held across the country's ten provinces.
Zimbabwe to Import 1.4 Metric Tonnes of Maize From Brazil, Argentina As Hunger Bites
- [New Zimbabwe] The Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe (GMAZ) has announced plans to import 1.4 million metric tonnes of maize from new source countries including Mexico, Argentina and Brazil among others.
World Press Freedom Day - Govt Urged to Uphold Free, Independent Journalism in Face of El Nino-Induced Drought
- [New Zimbabwe] The Media Alliance of Zimbabwe (MAZ) and the Zimbabwe Union of Journalists (ZUJ) have issued a clarion call to the government to ensure a free and independent media so citizens get credible information as Zimbabwe grapples with the El Nino induced drought.
Macheso Postpones Album Launch
- [The Herald] Sungura maestro Alick Macheso and Orchestra Mberikwazvo has postponed his album launch to August 2 from June 7.
Free State Stadium to Host Bafana Vs Zimbabwe FIFA World Cup Clash
- [SAFA] SAFA acting CEO Dr Thulani Ngwenya confirmed that the South African senior men's national team will return to Bloemfontein for the first time since the 2010 FIFA World Cup. They last played in the city when they beat France 2-1 in the global FIFA tournament 14 years ago.
Mutorashanga Man Acquitted of Raping a 72-Year-Old Granny
- [New Zimbabwe] A 62-year-old Mutorashanga man, Knowledge Machazi who was jailed six years last year for raping a 72-year-old granny had his sentence and conviction set aside by the High Court after the upper court concluded that this was not correctly arrived at.
ZCTU Blasts Rampant Corruption, Says Inequality Gap Widening
- [New Zimbabwe] THE Zimbabwe Congress (ZCTU) of Trade Unions has bemoaned rampant corruption on the back of concerns that the gap between the haves and have-nots continues to widen.
Mental Health Patients Filling Up Prison Psychiatric Institutions Due to Stigmatisation By Relatives
- [New Zimbabwe] A High Court judge Philda Muzofa has challenged authorities to ensure that mental health issues are prioritised to avoid the commission of crimes by mentally challenged people and also protect members of the public.
Police Blocks Workers' Procession, Cites Security Reasons
- [New Zimbabwe] The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) issued two statements warning the Workers Day organisers against convening a procession and roadshows on the day of commemorations.
Econet Opens First Free Remittance Corridors to Zimbabwe
- [263Chat] Zimbabwe's largest telecommunications and technology company, Econet Wireless, has achieved an Africa first by opening two free remittance corridors into the country, completely eliminating the cost to both sender and receiver.
Chamisa Close Ally Walks Out of Worker's Day Commemorations After ZCTU Leader Uses Zanu-PF Mantra
- [New Zimbabwe] Opposition leader Nelson Chamisa's close ally Ostallos Siziba on Tuesday walked out on the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) president, Florence Taruvinga's Workers Day address with a sizable number of the crowds following suit.
'Zim-Russia Relations Excellent'
- [The Herald] Russia's Ambassador to Zimbabwe has expressed satisfaction with the two countries' excellent bilateral relations, indicating that the two allies are now moving towards "exploring new ways and new opportunities" to enhance cooperation.
First Lady's Philanthropic Work Continues to Get Global Attention
- [The Herald] Tendai Rupapa Senior Reporter
Zig Notes, Coins Rollout Brings Relief
- [The Herald] Zimbabweans yesterday began transacting in the newly introduced Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) notes and coins in denominations ranging from ZiG1 to ZiG200, which have since gained acceptance among service providers.
Parirenyatwa Hospital Battles Bogus Doctors, Tutors
- [New Zimbabwe] Parirenyatwa Hospital is plagued by increasing cases of bogus medical practitioners at the institution, with 11 offenders arrested in four months.
Mine Workers Subjected to Slave Wages, Poor Working Conditions - Union
- [New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwe mine workers have said there is nothing to celebrate this Workers Day as they are still working in poor, hazardous conditions and receiving meagre remuneration.
Zimbabwe's Doctors Push for Safe Working Conditions in Workers' Day Message
- [New Zimbabwe] AS Zimbabwe celebrated Workers' Day on Wednesday, medical professionals across the country decried the dire working conditions within the healthcare sector.
New ZiG Currency Notes, Coins Hit the Market
- [New Zimbabwe] The new Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency circulation kicked off Tuesday as members of the public were able to withdraw the new notes and coins from banks across the country.
Police On High Alert As Workers Celebrate Labour Day, Warns Unions Against Toyi Toying
- [New Zimbabwe] ZIMBABWE Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a chilling warning to agitated workers and unions against using the May 1st gatherings for protests.
Workers Day - Surging Poverty, Waning Labour Rights in Zimbabwe Dampen May
- [New Zimbabwe] For Tempson Sajeni burning the midnight oil to attain high grades was an act of wisdom imparted to him by his widowed mother. He did more than enough to pass his Advanced Level examinations and immediately enrolled for a Bachelor of Education Degree.
