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U.S launches 'Freedom 250' exchange initiative to boost Zimbabwe ties
3+ hour, 36+ min ago (258+ words) THE United States Embassy in Harare has launched a year-long programme aimed at strengthening bilateral relations with Zimbabwe, marking 250 years of American independence under a global initiative dubbed Freedom 250. The programme launched Thursday will run throughout 2026 and is expected to…...
Bishops warn Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 threatens Zimbabwe’s democracy
3+ hour, 30+ min ago (514+ words) Zimbabwe's Catholic bishops have raised concerns over the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3, saying it may have far-reaching implications on the country's" democratic processes. In a statement, the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference (ZCBC) said the Bill, which was recently gazetted…...
When you shake the baobab, be certain you can withstand what falls from it - retired army generals tell Mliswa in latest correspondence
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (514+ words) BARELY a day after being cautioned by a former army general, Temba Mliswa has again been warned by Air Marshall (Retired) Henry Muchena not to go in over his head in ongoing, questionable attempts to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's stay…...
Zimbabwe to host CAF African Schools Championship finals
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (183+ words) Zimbabwe is set to host the 2026 CAF African Schools Championship Finals from the April 2 to 10. The tournament will see a total of 16 teams competing, with 8 in the boys category and the other 8 in the girls" division. Now in it"s…...
Zimbabwe’s RioZim coal unit loses operating license after appeal
3+ day, 3+ hour ago (149+ words) Zimbabwe's RioZim coal unit loses operating license after appeal'NewZimbabwe.com Zimbabwe's RioZim coal unit loses operating license after appeal RioZim Ltd., a former unit of Rio Tinto Group, lost its operating license in Zimbabwe after the miner failed to develop…...
Opposition appeals to UN, SADC to block Constitutional Amendment extending Mnangagwa's term
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (307+ words) The move comes as Parliament prepares for public hearings on the bill later this month, which has heightened political tensions across the country. Opposition figures have alleged intimidation and repression as authorities clamp down on their efforts to lobby various…...
Exiled former minister Kasukuwere warns Mnangagwa against ignoring military generals' position on Constitutional Amendment Number 3
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (525+ words) SELF-exiled former Cabinet minister Saviour Kasukuwere has issued an ominous warning to President Emmerson Mnangagwa against rubbishing serving and retired military generals" push to subject Constitutional Amendment Number 3 to a referendum. Posting on social media at the weekend, Kasukuwere, who…...
Will Trump help or hinder Zimbabwe's white farmers in their compensation battle?
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (1607+ words) By Shingai Nyoka l BBC DESPERATE and ageing white farmers whose land was seized during Robert Mugabe's rule more than two decades ago hope Donald Trump may be able to help them get billions of dollars in unpaid compensation owed…...
'Four days is too short'— war veterans say in petition to Parliament over 'restrictive' hearings on Constitutional Amendment Number 3 Bill
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (471+ words) WAR veterans have petitioned the Parliament of Zimbabwe demanding an urgent review and extension of the ongoing consultations on the proposed constitutional amendments, arguing that the current process excludes the majority of citizens, particularly those in rural areas. The petition…...
Rising fuel prices weigh on Zimbabwean commuters amid Middle East crisis
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (502+ words) AMID rising crude oil prices due to the conflict in the Middle East, Zimbabweans are already feeling the squeeze at the fuel pump. On Wednesday, the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority, the national energy regulator, announced fuel hikes amid the supply…...