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HIGHLANDERS supporters made good their promise to boycott their home league game against ZPC Kariba in protest against alleged referee bias and the US$6 000 fine imposed on the club for fans’ trouble during their cup match against Simba Bhora in Shamva two weeks ago.   The game was abandoned after Highlanders vehemently disputed a penalty […]

Nqobile Bhebhe, [email protected] THE growing focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations within companies, particularly mining firms, has attracted significant attention in recent years driven by increasing pressure from both internal and external stakeholders to improve environmental sustainability and uphold socially responsible conduct. Sustainability and ESG issues are rapidly becoming the standard for various […]

Sports Writer ABOUT 2 000 people gathered at the Highlanders Clubhouse yesterday in a “boycott” event which they termed a fundraiser for the club after it was slapped with a US$6 000 fine by the Premier Soccer League for crowd trouble that occurred at Wadzanayi Stadium in Shamva a fortnight ago. The “fundraiser”, however, coincided […]

Sikhulekelani Moyo, [email protected] IN a bid to empower women and bolster their role in economic development, 5  000 Sasso chicks were last week distributed to women in Matabeleland South by the Zanu-PF Women’s League. This initiative, aimed at enhancing women’s participation in attaining an upper-middle-income economy by 2030, saw chicks being handed over to all […]

Peter Matika, [email protected] THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC), in partnership with Natwecraft Investments (Pvt) Limited, a private land developer, yesterday commissioned 141 high-density stands in Luveve North suburb as part of the first phase of a housing project aimed at alleviating the city’s housing backlog. The commissioning of the stands marks a significant milestone in […]

Trish Mukwazo, [email protected] A WARRANT of arrest has been issued against a 32-year-old Bulawayo “prophet” who allegedly indecently assaulted a juvenile under the guise of exorcising her of evil spirits. Boniface Mwareka of Entumbane suburb appeared before Bulawayo provincial magistrate, Mr Matthew Mutiro, on charges of aggravated indecent assault. Mwareka was scheduled to appear in court […]

Nqobile Bhebhe, [email protected] THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is working towards setting up a local authority trade hub to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the city. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the […]

Tadious Manyepo, Harare Bureau WARRIORS utility player Jordan Zemura hopes to take the mojo with which he is playing at his Serie A side Udinese to the national team. Zemura is playing with a lot of confidence for a massively transformed Luca Gotti team which is constantly floating in the Uefa Champions League places. The […]

Trish Mukwazo, [email protected] A gold panner from Mahatshula North suburb in Bulawayo was sentenced to 12 months in prison for attacking a rival with a machete following a dispute at a mining site. Gibson Gama (38), along with an accomplice who is still at large, followed Mr Fairman Ndlovu and his friend to a mining shaft […]

Thupeyo Muleya in Maseru, Lesotho ZIMBABWE’S diplomatic relations with Lesotho remain robust, as leaders from both nations continue to collaborate on advancing peace, unity and mutual interests. Vice-President Kembo Mohadi said this partnership benefits not only the two countries but also the broader Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. He said this on Friday while […]

Sipepisiwe Moyo, [email protected] THE number of artistes proudly flying the Zimbabwean flag across borders is on the rise, including comedians, models, musicians, actors and authors. Among them is Kudakwashe Muganu, a Zimbabwean author based in South Africa, whose book, The Power of Wisdom, was recently approved by the Gauteng Department of Education. In an interview, […]

Angela Sibanda, Correspondent THE adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by developing countries is expected to channel economic growth, improve the provision of public services and help address socio-economic challenges. For urban dwellers, this has proved to be a much-needed advancement for efficiency in both learning and professional spaces. Artificial Intelligence can be understood as ‘‘the […]

Peter matika, [email protected] FRESH from making history as the only African representative at an international symposium in Italy, Bulawayo paediatric therapist, Dr Precious Madzimbe, has achieved yet another milestone by representing Zimbabwe at the prestigious 2024 International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders. The congress, organised by the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society […]

Lesley Chikudo, [email protected] A 10-member choir of inmates from Khami Prison yesterday delivered an electrifying and spirit-filled performance at Grace Family Church in Nketa, Bulawayo. The choir’s harmonious melodies captivated the congregants, showcasing the transformative power of faith and redemption. Their heartfelt performance was a testament to the ongoing evangelism efforts within prison walls, highlighting […]