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Simelisizwe Sibanda Nust

Mnangagwa Reinstates Deputy Minister Sibanda After Public Outburst

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reinstated Simelisizwe Sibanda as Deputy Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education. Sibanda was dismissed after a leaked recording showed him reprimanding a Shona-speaking teacher in Matebeleland South for not speaking isiNdebele. The recording, in which Sibanda ordered the
July 31, 2024
Zimbabwean arrested for possession of explosives in Mpumalanga

Harare Teens Arrested After Fatal Fight Over Commercial Sex Worker

Two Harare teenagers are facing serious charges after allegedly killing a rival suitor during a violent altercation over a commercial sex worker. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi, confirmed the incident. “Police in Southlea Park are investigating a case
July 29, 2024
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Mliswa Urges Against Protests During SADC Summit

Temba Mliswa, former ZANU PF Mashonaland West chairman, has advised Zimbabweans not to stage protests during the upcoming Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit. According to Mliswa, such demonstrations are unlikely to be effective in Zimbabwe. Some activists have been calling for
July 29, 2024
Job Sikhala

Sikhala Acquitted: Triumph or Misuse of Justice?

High Court of Zimbabwe acquitted opposition politician Job Sikhala on charges of inciting violence and publishing falsehoods. Sikhala, who had been imprisoned for nearly two years, was released to a mix of jubilation and controversy. The court’s decision is being hailed by
July 22, 2024
Jameson Timba

CCC Interim Leader and 76 Activists Denied Bail

The High Court has denied bail to CCC interim leader Jameson Timba and 76 party activists. They have been in jail since June 16, accused of holding an unsanctioned gathering and disorderly conduct. Magistrate Ruth Moyo initially denied them bail, fearing they
July 17, 2024
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