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- CrimeProphet Arrested After Alleged Assault on Pregnant Wife, Baby DiesA prominent religious leader in Kwekwe has been remanded in custody after allegedly assaulting his pregnant wife, who later gave birth prematurely, resulting in the death of their newborn. Simabvu Shiri, 37, founder of the Spring of Living Waters Church, was arrested on Thursday at his home in…
- ZimbabweRape Case Involving Old Mutual Manager Sparks Public ReactionA rape conviction involving a senior employee at Old Mutual has prompted widespread public discussion in Harare, with many people debating the broader social consequences of rape allegations and the challenges faced by genuine victims. A regional magistrate court in the Zimbabwean capital found…
- USTrump Maintains US Should Help Choose Iran’s Next LeaderUS President Donald Trump has said the United States should have a role in choosing the next leader of Iran, describing a possible successor to the country’s leadership as “unacceptable”. Speaking in interviews with media outlets, Reuters and Axios on Thursday, Trump said Mojtaba Khamenei, the son…
- WorldKhamenei funeral plans revised amid security concernsFuneral arrangements for Ali Khamenei have been altered several times this week, highlighting rising security concerns and uncertainty surrounding the country’s political future. Officials in Tehran have not provided detailed explanations for the repeated revisions, but state media reports suggest…
- South AfricaMchunu not shielded from action, says MashatileDeputy President Paul Mashatile has rejected claims that suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is being protected from disciplinary action while a major corruption inquiry examines allegations within South Africa’s police service. Mchunu has been suspended for more than seven months, prompting…
- PoliticsAd hoc committee to investigate Tshwane deputy mayorThe Ad hoc committee appointed to examine allegations against Eugene Modise, the deputy mayor of City of Tshwane, has been given three months to complete its investigation and submit a report to the municipal council. The committee was established after a forensic investigation commissioned by the…
- ZimbabweZimbabwe Assures of Fuel Stocks for Up to Three MonthsThe government of Zimbabwe says it has enough fuel reserves to last between two and three months, as officials monitor rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that could affect global energy markets. Information Minister Soda Zhemu told the Parliament of Zimbabwe that authorities are…
- ZimbabweAnother Zimbabwean dies in Russia-Ukraine warAnother Zimbabwean has reportedly been killed in the Russia-Ukraine war, raising fresh concerns about the recruitment of African nationals into the conflict. The development comes weeks after the death of Mandla Ncube, whose family said he had travelled to Russia seeking employment before…
- USWhy the US is bombing Iran, for dummiesThe US with help from Israel, targeted Iranian military sites. Airstrikes started on 28 February 2026. US officials say the goal is to stop Iran from using missiles or nuclear technology to threaten other countries. Iran has fired back with missiles and drones at US forces in the Gulf with the…
- WorldSri Lankan Navy Rescues 30 From Sinking Iranian ShipSri Lanka’s navy has rescued at least 30 people from a sinking Iranian vessel off the country’s southern coast, officials have said. The rescue operation began on Wednesday after the ship issued a distress call from waters near Galle. A spokesperson for the Defence Ministry said the navy…
- South AfricaDurban shooting leaves two cash-in-transit guards critically injuredTwo cash-in-transit security guards have been seriously injured in a Durban shooting on the N2 highway, according to emergency services. The incident happened on the N2 southbound highway on Wednesday morning during what police have described as an alleged robbery attempt. Videos circulating on…
- South AfricaFadiel Adams to take hot seat before Ad Hoc CommitteeMember of Parliament (MP) Fadiel Adams is due to appear before the ad hoc parliamentary committee on Wednesday, as part of its ongoing investigation into allegations of police corruption. The committee was established to examine claims raised by Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the KwaZulu-Natal Police…
