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Zimbabwean Police Disrupt ZINASU Meeting, Arrest Over 60 Leaders

Zimbabwean police have disrupted a meeting of the Zimbabwe National Students Union (ZINASU) at the ZESA Training Centre in Harare, leading to the arrest of over 60 student leaders. The incident occurred during ZINASU’s annual conference and has been met with widespread

July 24, 2024

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Zimbabwe to Resume Direct Flights to the UK, Revives Johannesburg Route

Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona announced that Zimbabwe will soon resume direct flights to the United Kingdom. Air Zimbabwe, the national airline, will also restart its Harare-Johannesburg route on July 29. “Air Zimbabwe, from July 29, is set to resume

July 24, 2024

Zimbabwe

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

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Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu Denied Bail in Presidential Goat Scheme Fraud Case

Harare – Business partners Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu have been denied bail by Harare magistrate Marewanazvo Gofa, who ruled that the pair could not be trusted with their freedom while awaiting trial. Chimombe and Mpofu are accused of fraud for allegedly

July 17, 2024

Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) interim leader Jameson Timba and 77 arrested

Zimbabwe

Bail Appeal Delayed for Opposition Leader Jameson Timba and 77 Activists

The bail appeal for Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) interim leader Jameson Timba and 77 activists has been delayed. The High Court postponed the hearing to next Tuesday after the State requested more time to respond. Justice Lucy Mungwari will preside over

July 11, 2024

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ZANU PF Concerned Over Electoral Challenges in Neighboring Countries

ZANU PF has raised concerns about the electoral performance of former liberation movements in neighbouring countries. Obert Mpofu, the ZANU PF Secretary-General, spoke to The Herald about the upcoming elections in Mozambique, Namibia, and Botswana, set for later this year. Mpofu claimed

July 11, 2024

Sports

Sports Minister McKenzie Investigates Covid-19 Relief Fund Misuse

Pretoria, South Africa – Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie announced his ongoing investigation into incorrect payments made to Covid-19 beneficiaries by the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC) for the 2020/2021 fiscal year. On Wednesday, McKenzie released a list of 3,962 beneficiaries,

July 11, 2024

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Zimbabwe

Fraud Suspects Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu Await Bail Decision

Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu will discover their fate on July 16 when Magistrate Marewanazvo Gofa rules on their bail application. The two have been in jail for nearly three weeks following their arrest for allegedly defrauding the government of US$7 million

July 9, 2024

Zimbabwe

Human Rights Watch Urges SADC to Address Zimbabwean Crackdown Ahead of Harare Summit

As the Southern African Development Community (SADC) prepares for its 44th summit in Harare on August 17, 2024, Human Rights Watch has called on the regional body to address Zimbabwean authorities’ escalating crackdown on opposition activists and civil society groups. In a

July 9, 2024

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Zimbabwe’s Currency Reserves Rise to $370 Million, Boosting New Currency

Cash and mineral reserves backing Zimbabwe’s new currency have risen to approximately $370 million from $285 million over the past three months, the state-run Sunday Mail reported citing central bank governor John Mushayavanhu. The increase in currency and mineral reserves provides a

July 8, 2024

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