Social Issues and Politics

To illuminate your life is to, concentrate, upon the tiny little things, linking moments like rings, as each day goes, the chain grows. Small keys open large doors, big ships sail with small oars, cherish each gesture, like kodak moment captures reasonless laughter and carefree banter, with people that make... Read more

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South African businessman Zunaid Moti has dismissed investigative reports that the 10,000-hectare lithium project in Zimbabwe could ‘be just rock’, insisting it has a potential value of up to $1.4 billion. The Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project and AmaBhungane reported this week how Moti Group executives enticed a Chinese... Read more

Ward 17 councilor Sikhululekile Moyo says the women’s quota system for proportional representation will be effective in spotlighting and advocating for issues affecting women. Cllr Moyo was speaking at a meeting hosted by Amakhosikazi Media under the the theme: “Is the quota system in local government going to be significant... Read more

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Renowned author Barbra Makhalisa has applauded the keen interest displayed by learners in upholding the isiNdebele language. Makhalisa was addressing learners, teachers, and various stakeholders at the Ndebele Literature Festival, where she was the guest of honour. The festival is an annual event hosted by Indlu Yokufundela with the motive... Read more

By Thomas Sibanda The Sotho-Bafokeng King Sebetoane/Sebetwane established his kingdom in the area north and south of the Zambezi, including the Caprivi from about 1838 to 1864 after defeating the Aluyi-Luyana kingdom. Sebetoane’s story can be traced back to about 1822, when his people were known as Bafokeng, living on... Read more

Bulawayo police are investigating a case of sudden death where a 29-year-old man from Mahatshula North died at his girlfriend’s residential flat in the Central Business Centre. The deceased has been identified as Winford Nyoni. Bulawayo Police Spokesperson Inspector Abednico Ncube confirmed the incident, which occurred on September 20, 2023,... Read more

The ten-year tenure of the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) was a wasted opportunity for the country to address the Gukurahundi genocide, political analysts have said. The NPRC was established according to Section 251 of Zimbabwe’s Constitution, for a 10-year term beginning on August 22, 2013, with the duty... Read more

Victoria Falls residents are concerned that the delay in electing a mayor and forming council committees will further cripple service delivery. The resort city is struggling with water distribution and refuse collection owing to obsolete water equipment and a depleted fleet. On Tuesday, residents blocked the election of mayor and... Read more

Bulawayo North Member of Parliament, Minehle Gumede has expressed concern individuals are now relying on drugs and other substances as a coping mechanism to the harsh socioeconomic challenges in the country.   The MP said this during an awareness march that was organised in partnership with Susceptible Iyanai Chinoda  Organisation... Read more

A new report has found that 63% of all reported violations that have taken place as part of pre-election Organised Violence and Torture (OVT) are serious, including abduction, arson, assault, attempted murder, murder, torture, and rape. This is contained in a report by the Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum covering... Read more

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said that Zimbabwe continues to entrench constitutionalism and the rule of law post the recently concluded harmonised elections. Mnangagwa was speaking at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Thursday. He reiterated that the country, despite being under imposed sanctions for 23 years,... Read more

Learners from various provinces undertaking isiNdebele lessons have been encouraged to take pride in their local language and equip themselves with knowledge on how to consume, distribute, and produce literature. IsiNdebele is one of the 16 official languages in Zimbabwe and there has been an outcry from numerous culturists and enthusiasts on... Read more

A $1 billion lithium project in Zimbabwe, backed by South Africa’s Moti Group and more recently a significant Chinese investor, is feared to be just rock. Lithium is used to make the batteries powering electric cars and has in recent years rapidly become a sought-after commodity, with mining companies scouring... Read more