14 January 2026 By Emelda Jinya Uganda has shut down internet and mobile data services nationwide, just two days before voters head to the polls in a highly contested election. The government ordered telecommunications and internet providers to suspend public access from Tuesday evening, saying the move is meant to prevent the spread of misinformation, […]

14 January 2026 By Colleta Bell Zimbabwe is facing a critical blood shortage, with national reserves now only enough to last two days, according to the National Blood Service of Zimbabwe. The shortage is being driven by increased demand from road traffic accidents, surgical procedures, and maternity cases. NBSZ says at least 450 blood donors […]

14 January 2026 By Andile Vundla Zimbabwean winger Daniel Msendami has officially joined South African football giants Orlando Pirates in a permanent move from Marumo Gallants, the club confirmed yesterday. The 25‑year‑old Warriors international, who impressed with his pace and direct play at the recent Africa Cup of Nations, heads to the Betway Premiership club […]

14 January 2026 Nokusa Masuku Zimbabwe’s foreign currency reserves have reached US1.2 billion, according to the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s (RBZ) 2025 end-of-year report, signaling growing confidence in the country’s economic stability. The RBZ’s Quarterly Report shows that monetary policy in 2025 achieved key goals that comprise inflation control, exchange rate stability, and increased use […]

14 January 2026 By Andile Vundla NetOne has introduced a new Reverse Calling service that allows customers to make calls even when they have no airtime, by giving the receiver the option to pay for the call. Speaking during the Joint Press Briefing on Stakeholder Empowerment hosted by NetOne yesterday, NetOne Regional Manager Gugulethu Mpofu […]