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Family Leaves Murder Victim’s Body at Suspect’s Home

A family in Kwekwe left the body of murdered Anna Matambo at her boyfriend’s home Thursday, following traditional beliefs about avenging spirits, after she was allegedly killed with an axe on February 10 in Zimbabwe’s Mbizo suburb. The dramatic protest took place
February 17, 2025
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African Union Summit to Launch Major Reparations Push

ADDIS ABABA – The African Union (AU) summit aims to develop a “unified vision” for reparations, seeking financial compensation, formal acknowledgment of atrocities, and policy reforms. “Reparations is the hot topic in Addis Ababa,” the AU’s Economic, Social, and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC)
February 15, 2025
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CCC Senator Tshabangu Challenges Party’s Disciplinary Process

HARARE – Senator Tshabangu, through his lawyer Nqobizitha Mlilo, issued a statement questioning the independence of the party’s disciplinary panel. He announced plans to subpoena panel members’ phone records to identify who was allegedly directing their decisions. “The differences have become irreconcilable,”
February 15, 2025

Zim Compensates BIPPA-Protected White Farmers

HARARE- Zimbabwe has commenced compensation payments to farmers and investors affected by the country’s Land Reform Program in 2000, as part of a US$20 million facility allocated in the 2024 National Budget. Finance and Investment Promotion Minister Mthuli Ncube confirmed the payments,
February 12, 2025
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Harare Mayor’s Property Faces Demolition Over Illegal Conversions

City official recommends razing unauthorized hostel renovations at Jacob Mafume’s Belvedere residence after admission of permit violations. Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume faces the prospect of demolition at his Belvedere property after converting it into a hostel without proper permits, just months after
February 12, 2025
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