Author: Tendai Chisiri

By Desire Tshuma Harare - The death toll in the Lake Kariba ferry disaster has risen to 46, with Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) calling for a prompt, independent and transparent investigation into what it termed an "avoidable" tragedy. According to the Zimbabwe Republic Police, 46 people are now confirmed dead and 67 survivors … Continue reading Death Toll In Kariba Ferry Disaster Rises To 46, ZLHR Demands Independent Probe

By Desire Tshuma Kariba - The death toll from the Mbuya Nehanda ferry disaster on Lake Kariba has risen to 46, police have confirmed, as questions continue to mount over maritime safety, the condition of the vessel and the State’s preparedness to protect communities dependent on water transport. The ferry, operated by the Rural Infrastructure … Continue reading Kariba Ferry Disaster: Death Toll Rises to 46 as Questions Mount

SPAR Zimbabwe finance director Francis Muchuchu By Tendai Chisiri HARARE - SPAR Zimbabwe has officially launched two major customer initiatives — the SPAR Rewards programme and the return of its flagship promotional campaign, WOZA Summer — in what the retailer calls “the beginning of a new era of customer-led, data-driven promotions.” Addressing suppliers, store managers, … Continue reading SPAR Zimbabwe Launches US$100,000 WOZA Summer Campaign With New Rewards Programme

By Tendai Chisiri MUREHWA – The Government of Zimbabwe, with support from the People’s Republic of China and UNICEF, on Thursday officially launched a 24-month programme to combat the impact of the El Niño-induced drought, targeting more than 212,000 people across eight of the worst-affected districts. The "Combating the impact of El Nino-induced drought in … Continue reading UNICEF, China Launch  Drought Response Programme to Benefit 212,000 in 8 Hardest-Hit Districts

By Tendai Chisiri HARARE — Zimbabwe, South Africa and Namibia will meet for a landmark T20 International tri-series in Windhoek later this month, as African cricket takes its first step toward launching a full continental tournament in 2027. The three-nation series will run from 28 August to 6 September at venues in Windhoek. It is … Continue reading Zimbabwe, South Africa, Namibia to Launch T20 Tri-Series Ahead of 2027 Africa Cup

By Tendai Chisiri CAIRO — The African Export-Import Bank, Afreximbank, has concluded financing facilities totalling US$190 million for Zimbabwe’s CBZ Bank Limited, a move expected to support trade, small businesses and energy development in the country. The three facility agreements were signed on 31 July 2026 in El Alamein, Egypt, by Haytham Elmaayergi, Afreximbank Executive … Continue reading Afreximbank Approves US$190 Million in Loans for CBZ Bank

Harare Taekwondo Executive and team By Desire Tshuma Harare – The Zimbabwe Taekwondo community is gearing up for the Mayor’s Cup Challenge set for August 15-16, 2026 at Harare City Sports Stadium, with organisers saying the event will showcase both local talent and athletes from across the SADC region. Announcing the tournament this week, Martin … Continue reading Harare to Host Mayor’s Taekwondo Challenge Cup as Zim Stars Shine in SADC

By Tendai Chisiri HARARE — The Artificial Intelligence Institute of Zimbabwe (AIIZim) has welcomed Government’s decision to make Artificial Intelligence, Coding and Robotics compulsory subjects in all primary and secondary schools, calling it a “bold stride” towards Vision 2030. The announcement was made by Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, Hon. Tatenda … Continue reading AIIZim Applauds Govt Move to Make AI, Coding and Robotics Compulsory in Schools

By Tendai Chisiri NYANGA — Government has launched a national "AI Grand Challenge" to drive homegrown solutions, as officials declared that Zimbabwe’s digital future must be “coded, designed and scaled right here” by local innovators. The announcement was made at the closing ceremony and awards presentation of the 2026 AI for Impact, AI4I, Challenge Bootcamp … Continue reading Govt Unveils AI Grand Challenge as Zimbabwe Shifts From Tech Consumer to Producer

Palestinian  Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Ambassador Tamer Almassri By Tendai Chisiri HARARE — The State of Palestine has strongly condemned what it described as “ongoing Israeli war crimes” in the Gaza Strip, citing attacks on healthcare facilities and a 24-hour death toll of at least 19 civilians, including women and children. In a statement issued by … Continue reading Palestine Condemns Israeli Strikes on Gaza Healthcare Facilities, Reports 19 Civilians Killed in 24 Hours