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By Dumisani Ndlovu In a rare display of unity and political maturity, Minister Owen Ncube has been commended by opposition members and civic organizations for his handling of National Heroes Day commemorations.The event, held to honor Zimbabwe’s independence heroes, was notable for its absence of political sloganeering and party regalia, creating a sense of national […]

By Dumisani Ndlovu Gweru – As Zimbabwe commemorated Heroes Day, two liberation struggle veterans, Moses Mapepa and Rodgers Ngara, shared a previously undocumented account of the Chibawawa Camp attack in Mozambique. In an emotional interview, they highlighted the need for recognition of those who suffered at the camp. Mapepa, who joined the liberation struggle in

SADC unity and prosperity: President Mnangagwa’s vision for the Region By Dumisani Ndlovu Zimbabwe assumed the chairmanship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) during the 44th Heads of State and Government summit in Harare. Outgoing chairperson, President Joao Lourenco of Angola, handed over the badge of power and gavel to incoming chairperson, President Emmerson

By Dumisani Ndlovu Harare – President Emmerson Mnangagwa has challenged Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states to transform their education systems, moving away from colonial-era architectures that hinder industrialization.He made this call during a public lecture at the University of Zimbabwe, titled “Building Research Capacity and Innovation Ecosystems for a Sustainable Industrialized SADC Economy.”

RBZ Allays Fears on Diaspora Remittances By Staff Reporter Harare, Zimbabwe – The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has reassured the public that their diaspora remittances will not be tempered with following recent concerns and misconceptions surrounding the country’s possible policy changes. In statement issues on Friday, 16 August 2024, RBZ Governor, Dr. John Mushayavanhu

Heroism should extend beyond the battlefield and political arena By Dumisani Ndlovu While the nation pays homage to those who participated in the liberation struggle, it is equally important to recognize that heroism extends beyond the battlefield and political arena.As we were heading towards the 2024 Heroes Day Commemoration this author had an opportunity reflect

Commissioner General Matanga Assures Peaceful 44th SADC Summit By Dumisani Ndlovu The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has deployed adequate personnel and resources to ensure peace prevails during the 44th SADC Summit, Commissioner General Godwin Matanga said. Zimbabwe hosts the Summit on August 17-18, preceded by Heroes and Defence Forces holidays on August 12-13. Commissioner General

Four Dead Including CIO operative as Soldier Goes on Shooting Rampage By Kwedu News Rushinga, Zimbabwe – Four people were left dead, including a Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) agent when a soldier went on a shooting spree in Rushinga on the night of August 9 and 10, 2024, before turning the riffle on himself. The