What inspired the cabinet reshuffle?
STAFF WRITER FEBRUARY 11th brought the usual tremor to Zimbabwe’s ruling echelons. President Emmerson Mnangagwa, reassigned three cabinet ministers.
Paul Connolly, river pioneer, died on February 1st, aged 72
STAFF WRITER IT WAS a fitting end, though it came too soon for those who loved him. On February 1st, Paul Connolly, the founder of Shearwater Adventures, suffered a suspected heart attack.
ZTA picks communicator as tourism chief
by NORMA TSOPO TOURISTS, like vultures, are sensitive creatures. They circle promising spots but will veer away at the faintest sense of trouble.
Iranian Government Claims to Thwart Foreign-Fomented Unrest
by Dr BRIAN TAWANDA MARWENZE IRANIAN officials stated this week that a coordinated operation against state security by foreign-backed elements had been defeated by national unity and resolve.
The Final Rhythm: Reggae Legend Sly Dunbar Dies at 73
STAFF WRITER LOWELL Fillmore “Sly” Dunbar, the pioneering drummer whose revolutionary beats formed the backbone of reggae and provided rhythm for musical titans from Bob Dylan to Grace Jones, died Monday morning at his home in Jamaica.
Prophet Magaya back in remand over more rape charges
STAFF WRITER A PROMINENT Zimbabwean preacher Walter Magaya, the founder of Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries, appeared in a Harare magistrate’s court on Monday, where the state successfully argued that his alleged crimes are so serious that only the High Court may grant him bail.
The Last Roar – Thomas Mapfumo’s Final Bow
by BERNARD CHIKETO Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo, the exiled lion of Zimbabwean music, will return home in April for a final farewell performance.
Agricultural Advisors form, launch ruling party affiliate
by BERNARD CHIKETO IN A MOVE that blurs traditional lines between civil service and political mobilisation, Zimbabwe’s agricultural extension officers have collectively donned a new mantle.
Mutare City Rovers appoint new coach and announce open trials
STAFF WRITER A RESHUFFLE at Mutare City Rovers aims to revive its fortunes and a return to premier league football ahead of the 2026 Pacific Storm Eastern Region Soccer League.