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Kuti Dzvii Poem…
By Fadzayi Mahere 🟣My poem is called “Sorry Murungu.” Kuti dzviii. Kuti dzviii. KuPolice. KuImmigration. Kuti dzviii. Tirimukati kati. Dzviiii. My son, huya pano. Ndoda uite soo soo soo. Dzviiii. Ndinokufonera ndasvika kuItaly. Dzviiii. AnaMpofu netumarori twako usaite dzungu. Dzviiii. Musaite dzungu. Ndoda manew ideas. Dzviii. 30 times kupfuura zvemaelections. Dzviii. Red carpet. Dzviii. Kuti dzviii. The end. Like this: Like Loading... Related
Poem: Mahere Mocks Chivayo
Poem: Mahere Mocks Chivayo By Fadzayi Mahere My poem is called “Sorry Murungu.” Kuti dzviii. Kuti dzviii. KuPolice. KuImmigration. Kuti dzviii. Tirimukati kati. Dzviiii. My son, huya pano. Ndoda uite soo soo soo. Dzviiii. Ndinokufonera ndasvika kuItaly. Dzviiii. AnaMpofu netumarori twako usaite dzungu. Dzviiii. Musaite dzungu. Ndoda manew ideas. Dzviii. 30 times kupfuura zvemaelections. Dzviii. Red carpet. Dzviii. Kuti dzviii. The end. Like this: Like Loading... Related
South African elections 2024: Reflections from Zimbabwe
ON March 4, 1980, a palpable excitement and belief that prosperity, freedom and opportunity were upon the masses filled a soon-to-be-born Zimbabwe. The war was over. The nation was pregnant with hope. The liberators’ demand for “one man, one vote” had secured a historic election victory for the black majority. In an eloquent address that captured the hearts and minds of the nation, Robert Mugabe assured Zimbabweans that his government would strive to bring meaningful change to their lives.
South African elections 2024: Reflections from Zimbabwe
ON March 4, 1980, a palpable excitement and belief that prosperity, freedom and opportunity were upon the masses filled a soon-to-be-born Zimbabwe. The war was over. The nation was pregnant with hope. The liberators' demand for "one man, one vote" had secured a historic election victory for the black majority. In an eloquent address that captured the hearts and minds of the nation, Robert Mugabe assured Zimbabweans that his government would strive to bring meaningful change to their lives.
Zimbabwe loses fight to swerve paying US$125 million to Border Timbers
YOU may have heard that the government of Zimbabwe lost a US$125 million lawsuit to Border Timbers Ltd in England on January 19, 2024. What was the case about? Why was the case heard in England? What does it mean for Zimbabwe? This is a summary of what happened. During Zimbabwe’s land reform programme, the government of Zimbabwe compulsorily seized farms and property owned by Border Timbers Ltd, a company owned by German shareholders.
Ncube budget must prioritise social spending and currency stability
AT 3PM on Thursday, finance minister Mthuli Ncube will present his proposed 2024 budget to parliament. Why must you be concerned? What should you look out for? UNDERFUNDED PUBLIC SERVICES The minister has already indicated that there won’t be enough money to fund public services. He stated that bids submitted by line ministries amounted to ZW$110 trillion but only ZW$47,8 trillion could be funded.
Paris battles bedbug infestation ahead of 2024 Olympics
Paris is in a battle against bedbugs. Officials are working to tamp down the problem after numerous reported sightings around the French capital. “No one is safe,” Paris deputy mayor Emmanuel Grégoire said Friday on X, formerly Twitter. He called for “coordinated measures" between health authorities and other stakeholders and has asked Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne to organize a conference on the fight the insects.
War collaborators feel betrayed by govt
TENSION is rising among former Zipra liberation war collaborators who were vetted in 2021 for their role in the country’s liberation war, but are yet to receive their promised monthly payouts. The unarmed combatants who provided logistical information and other assistance to armed liberation war fighters battling former Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith’s regime have, since the vetting process, not received any monthly pay-outs unlike their counterparts.
‘Include children in climate change policies’
THE United Nations Children’s Fund (Unicef) has called on policymakers to include children’s concerns when crafting policies aimed at mitigating the effects of climate change. Unicef’s climate and environment programme specialist representative Egline Tawuya made the call at a climate change conference held in Bulawayo last week. “It is important to note that in all this, young people are the most affected, yet they contribute the least to the situation,” Tawuya said.
Concern over biodiversity loss
GOVERNMENT has expressed concern over the rate at which the country’s ecosystems and biodiversity were being lost and degraded. Addressing delegates at a Southern Africa regional workshop on the (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) UNESCO Man and Biosphere (MAB) reserves programme in Kariba last week, Environment minister Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndlovu said environmental threats were real.
Teachers demand invigilation contracts
TEACHERS have demanded contracts to invigilate the Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (Zimsec) final examinations. In a letter addressed to Zimsec, the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (Artuz) said the Primary and Secondary Education Ministry employees and its affiliates should offer them contracts.
Fresh talent excites Lady Chevrons
COMPETITION for places within the senior women’s cricket team has intensified with up and coming younger players challenging the more established lot, leaving officials with a selection headache. This week, the women begin their Regional T20 competition in Harare, their final competitive form of cricket before they depart for India at the end of the month.
Gardener fined for bestiality
A PLUMTREE gardener has been fined US$200 for having sex with two she-goats, resulting in one of them dying from the abuse. Njabulo Moyo (43) pleaded guilty before magistrate Joshua Nembaware yesterday. If Moyo fails to pay the fine by November 1, he will spend a month in jail. Prosecutor Voster Makuwerere told the court that on October 1, the complainant heard his goats bleating and dogs barking continuously. He went to investigate and found Moyo having sex with his she-goats.
Zim records 3% spike in traffic accidents
ZIMBABWE has recorded an increase in road accidents with 514 road crash deaths in 12 981 accidents reported during the second quarter of the year. In the latest statistics on crime, prison and transport, the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) said road accidents rose by 3,4% from 12 558 cases reported in the previous quarter. ZimStat said there were 514 deaths and 2 567 injuries from 12 918 road traffic accidents recorded in the second quarter.
Form 2 pupil faces attempted murder charge
A MZILIKAZI High School pupil is facing an attempted murder charge after stabbing a colleague with a pair of scissors. Bulawayo provincial police spokesperson Inspector Abednico Ncube confirmed the incident. “A Form Two student (15) hit another Form Two student (16) with a brick on the head before stabbing him with a pair of scissors on the chest after an argument. The suspect had accused the victim of taking a broom without permission,” Ncube said. “Investigations on the case are still ongoing.
Govt honours Gems pledge
GOVERNMENT has rewarded the Zimbabwe senior netball team with winning bonuses and appearance fees for their World Cup participation which took place in Cape Town, South Africa in August this year. The Gems were making their second global appearance after their maiden participation in 2019 in Liverpool, UK where they finished in an impressive eighth position. However, this time around, the team struggled posting a series of defeats in their pool matches, eventually finishing last.
AMH journo lodges complaint against JSC
ALPHA Media Holdings (AMH) senior court reporter Desmond Chingarande has filed a complaint over the Judicial Service Commission (JSC)’s recently-introduced Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS) which precludes journalists from accessing court proceedings and documents. Chingarande, who is being represented by Innocent Maja of the Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights, said the IECMS platform has restricted the media’s access to court proceedings.
Luck runs out on land baron
LUCK has run out on a Harare land baron who was this week sentenced to three years in jail for swindling desperate homeseekers. Brighton Garura will serve one year and four months after 10 months were suspended on condition of good behaviour. Magistrate Ruth Moyo ordered Gurura to pay restitution to the complainants before October 28.
Insuza woman arrested for arson
A 42-YEAR-OLD woman from Insuza village in Matabeleland North province has appeared in court charged with arson and malicious damage to property. Tholiwe Dube pleaded guilty to the charge when she appeared before Bulawayo magistrate Nomagugu Maphosa. She was remanded in custody to October 9 for sentencing following her conviction. The complainant in the case is Patson Moyo. According to the State, on September 29 at 8am, Dube had a misunderstanding with Moyo's wife, Virginia Ncube.
Govt’s intervention on water welcome, but…
REVELATIONS that government will procure a month’s supply of water purification chemicals for the Harare City Council (HCC) is very good news indeed. This is refreshing news, which must be commended given the State’s previous uncaring attitude regarding the dire state of water supply in the capital city. For years, HCC has struggled to purify water from its major raw water supply dam, Lake Chivero, owing to the rising cost of chemicals required.
Cheeky barlady jailed 1 year
A CHEEKY Plumtree barlady has been jailed for one year for pulling her boyfriend’s manhood following a domestic dispute. Senzokuhle Khupe appeared before magistrate Joshua Nembaware and was sentenced to an effective six-month jail term after another six months of her sentence were suspended on condition of good behaviour. Prosecutors said on September 25, Khupe's boyfriend visited her without an appointment. The boyfriend removed his clothes and demanded to be intimate with her, but she refused.
4 nabbed over accident scene theft
FOUR villagers who allegedly stole fruits from a truck that had overturned near Nyamakate along the Harare-Chirundu Highway have been dragged to court. Muchaneta Shoko (34), Malvern Kachingamire (27) Rita Marigachando (22) and Ellen Ndlovu (44) were not asked to plead when they appeared before magistrate Tapiwa Banda. They were granted free bail and remanded to October 12, 2023. According to the State, the complainant is Mwanje Emmie, a Zambian truck driver.
4 nabbed over taxi driver’s murder
A ZANU PF youth member, who was also a pirate taxi driver in Bulawayo, was fatally assaulted on Saturday by passengers following an undisclosed dispute. Provincial spokesperson Abednico Ncube said the incident happened along the Luveve Road around 4am. Victor Zamani Ncube (25) was a well-known taxi driver plying the Bulawayo-city centre and the western suburbs routes. “An altercation arose between the now-deceased with other two passengers over an undisclosed issue,” Ncube said.
Troubled Bosso host Sheasham
HIGHLANDERS will attempt to make up for their Chibuku Super Cup exit at the hands of Caps United on Sunday, when they entertain Sheasham in a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match at Barbourfields (BF) Stadium this afternoon. Bosso seek to keep their league title fight alive following a recent poor run.
Feature: Fishponds bring hope for Cyclone Idai victims
NYASHA Chibvuri (39) dropped to tears as she narrated the devastating effects of the Cyclone Idai disaster which ravaged Zimbabwe’s Eastern Highlands four years ago, leaving her and other villagers devastated. Their only source of income, a fishpond at the heart of the village was not spared by the floods that also claimed the lives of hundreds of villagers and livestock, with thousands also displaced.
Zim’s Sovereign Wealth Fund: Why you must be worried
HISTORICAL accounts of the decline and collapse of the 14th century Mutapa State offer a cautionary tale for Zimbabwe’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, ironically “renamed” the Mutapa Investment Fund by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in an unconstitutional statutory instrument on September 19, 2023.
Non-compliance behind small-scale mining deaths
Business GOVERNMENT says non-compliance to safety and mining laws is the major cause of accidents at small-scale mining operations. This comes as nine artisanal miners were confirmed dead at Bay Horse Mine which collapsed last week Friday. The mine is in the town of Chegutu, Mashonaland West province.
Dexterity may win day for DeMbare
DYNAMOS coach Genesis Mangombe believes his side must be flawless between now and the end of the season for them to entertain any hopes of winning the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League title. The Harare giants are fifth on the log standings with 39 points, nine behind log leaders Ngezi Platinum Stars, with as many rounds of matches remaining.
Drought to affect mopane worm production: USAID
THE anticipated erratic below-normal rainfall season is expected to affect production of mopane worms in the upcoming 2023/24 summer season, a new report has shown. The mopane worm is a traditional local delicacy which has over the years become a source of protein and extra income for hundreds of communal farmers mainly in the Matabeleland and Midlands regions.
Mlalazi wins big at Nigerian gospel show
FROM home to Nigeria, multi-lingual praise and worship singer Everton Mlalazi is now reaping the rewards of investments into his artistry. As his efforts and exploits on the music scene continue to attract attention on the continent, Mlalazi on Monday night scooped the Africa Male Gospel Artiste of the Year award at Nigeria’s Clima Africa Awards 2023 held at Lagos Television, Agidinmbi, Ikeja, Lagos.
Food, seed festival seeks to preserve culture
ORGANISERS of the Zimbabwe National Food and Seed Festival held last week at the Harare Botanical Gardens said the event was meant to preserve local cultures. The festival featured traditional dances and dramas which were used to tell stories around seed through art and culture. Zimbabwe National Traditional Dancers Association was the partner to the festival which brought together farmers to promote traditional seeds they grow.
Creatives undergo arts business training
stakeholders in the arts sector are attending a two-week arts business and digital distribution workshop aimed at empowering performing artistes from the Matabeleland region. The programme which commenced yesterday at Sabela Studios at the Zimbabwe Exhibition Centre (formerly ZITF) in Bulawayo will run until October 11. The workshop follows a similar one held in Harare in July.
US$12bn needed for infrastructure rehab, says Govt
THE Ministry of Energy and Power Development has presented a jaw-dropping US$12 billion invoice to optimally restore the sector’s infrastructure to international standards. The majority of the country’s archaic and ailing infrastructure dates back to pre-1980 independence and the powerlines from Kariba Power Station are more than 60 years old.
Marume Classic 4th place shocks CC Banks
HIGH-FLYING Zimbabwe Men’s Physique Bodybuilding champion, Itai Blessing Sithole, said he was shocked to be placed outside the podium at Saturday’s Marume Classic held at the Zimbabwe College of Music in Harare. Sithole, a professional who has serenaded the fitness landscape winning several gold medals locally, regionally and internationally, was placed fourth behind Zambia’s Amon Mugaza and Shadreck Mwaba who won gold and silver, respectively, with Weignrace Masendeke from Harare taking bronze.
Cholera strikes in Harare
A CHOLERA outbreak has hit Harare with five confirmed cases reported so far, health authorities have revealed. The waterborne disease, which spreads through drinking water or eating food contaminated with the cholera bacterium which causes severe diarrhoea and vomiting, is now endemic in the country. In a notice, the Harare City Council said three of the cases were linked to Buhera where there was a cholera outbreak last week, while two other cases were contracted from local sources.
Ex-Auditor-General calls for stronger institutions
FORMER Auditor-General Mildred Chiri says government should prioritise strengthening its institutions if it is to achieve Vision 2030 goals. Through Vision 2030, Zimbabwe hopes to achieve upper-middle-income status by 2030. However, corruption and unexplained expenditures of taxpayers’ money remains a big threat to attaining the goal.
Exposing Mr Mnangagwa’s Looting Gimmicks
Exposing Mr Mnangagwa’s Looting Gimmicks BY FADZAYI MAHERE Zimbabwe’s Sovereign Wealth Fund: What Mr Mnangagwa has done & why you must be worried October 2nd, 2023 Introduction Historical accounts of the decline and collapse of the Mutapa State offer a cautionary tale for Zimbabwe’s sovereign wealth fund, ironically “renamed” the Mutapa Investment Fund by Mr Mnangagwa in an unconstitutional statutory instrument on the 19th of September 2023.
Government fires Gift Mugano from ZimTrade board
GOVERNMENT critic Gift Mugano has been booted out of the ZimTrade board with immediate effect. Foreign Affairs ministry secretary James Manzou, however, did not say why the economist has been removed.
Unicef launches “Communication Campaign on Adolescents”
Unicef Zimbabwe has partnered the government and local stakeholders in a joint communication crusade meant to highlight a myriad of challenges faced by adolescents as well as their success stories countrywide. Dubbed the ‘Communication Campaign on Adolescents’ it will run from October to December 2023, with the child organization pledging that it will extensively spread its focus to touch the entire nation.
Mutapa Investment Fund: a vehicle for looting while avoiding scrutiny
HISTORICAL accounts of the decline and collapse of the Mutapa state offer a cautionary tale for Zimbabwe’s sovereign wealth fund, ironically “renamed” the Mutapa Investment Fund by Emmerson Mnangagwa in an unconstitutional statutory instrument on September 19, 2023.
Getting it right
In our story published on September 26, 2023, titled UDCORP land deals raises stink, we wrote that Zimnat Pensions Fund had bought land at Knockmalloch without going through a competitive bidding process. It has since come to our attention that Zimnat did not buy the land in question. We sincerely apologise to Zimnat Pensions Fund and UDCORP for the damage the article may have caused to their reputation.— EDITOR Related Topics
Présidentielle au Zimbabwe : le chef de l’Etat s’accroche au pouvoir, l’opposition crie à la fraude - Haiti24
Barbancourt le rhum des connaisseurs Les Zimbabwéens ont voté, mercredi 23 août, dans un calme relatif mais sans illusions alors que l’opposition dénonce des « fraudes » et « entraves » qui auraient entaché le scrutin présidentiel et législatif. « Nous avons clairement affaire à des entraves aboutissant à supprimer des électeurs, un cas classique de triche archaïque datant de l’âge de pierre », a dénoncé l’opposant et candidat Nelson Chamisa, avocat et pasteur de 45 ans, devant la presse.
The tragedy of Zimbabwe
Main opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) spokesperson Fadzayi Mahere last week spoke at the Geneva Summit for Human Rights and Democracy - a major United Nations conference that shines a spotlight on urgent human rights in need of global attention. Her speech, titled the Tragedy of Zimbabwe, drew the anger of Zimbabwe's ruling party, Zanu-PF, at a time when the country will go to the polls in little under four months. Below is her speech.
FULL SPEECH: Zim opposition spokesperson recounts the tragedy of her country at Geneva Summit
Inmates ate watery porridge with their bare hands because spoons were not allowed. Before the lights were off, we had to line up in queues for roll-call — groups A, B, C and D. D stood for dangerous. Even though the other women there had committed crimes, such as murder, armed robbery and infanticide, I was the only one put in the dangerous group. I had committed the dangerous crime of tweeting against police brutality.
Zimbabwe: CCC Refutes Gokwe Violence Allegations, Claims Attempt to Jail Chibaya
That has no place in our society.The violence DNA of CCC has no place in our society at all."We condemn in strongest terms, the violence metted against our supporters in Gokwe by Mr Chamisa's CCC hooligans.We pray for the quick recovery of our leaders who were needless victimised by those CCC hooligans," Mugwadi told NewZimbabwe.
Everything you need to know about the new Marriages Act
× AMH is an independent media house free from political ties or outside influence. We have four newspapers: The Zimbabwe Independent, a business weekly published every Friday, The Standard, a weekly published every Sunday, and Southern and NewsDay, our daily newspapers. Each has an online edition. NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS Opinion FADZAYI MAHERE The main purpose of the new Marriages Act is to consolidate the law relating to marriages.
Everything you need to know about the new Marriages Act
The main purpose of the new Marriages Act is to consolidate the law relating to marriages. The new law shall come into operation on a date to be fixed by the President by notice in the Government Gazette. It must be highlighted that the age-old distinction between a “5.11 marriage” (former Chapter 37) and a “5.07 marriage” (former registered customary marriage) no longer exists. All marriages will fall under the “5.13” regime.
Open letter to Mr Mnangagwa
I AM a politician, but I am not writing this letter to you in that capacity. I am writing to you as a young woman, as a citizen and as part of a generation to whom a debt is due. When we were young, we were told we were "born free", but for reasons caused by this government, we go everywhere in chains. We are demanding our freedom because this great nation feels like prison. We were told that a war of liberation was fought on our behalf and that a world of opportunity had been opened.
Open Letter To Mr Mnangagwa
Open Letter To Mr Mnangagwa By Fadzayi Mahere I am a politician but I am not writing this letter to you in that capacity. I am writing to you as a young woman, as a citizen and as part of a generation to whom a debt is due. When we were little, we were told we were “born free” but for reasons caused by this government we go everywhere in chains. We are demanding our freedom because this great nation feels like prison.
Fadzayi Mahere -Pindula, Local Knowledge
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