Nokusa Masuku The National Social Security Authority (NSSA) will increase monthly pension payouts by nearly 30 percent from 1 October 2026, benefiting more than 258-thousand beneficiaries. Under the Pension and Other Benefits Scheme, about 250-thousand beneficiaries will see their monthly payments rise from US$70 to US$90, while 8-thousand Accident Prevention and Workers Compensation Scheme beneficiaries […]

By Andile Vundla Zimbabwean exporters have been urged to move beyond raw commodity exports and increase the production of value-added goods and services as they seek to penetrate international markets. The call comes ahead of the Zimbabwe Business Council (ZIBCO) Exporters Indaba, which will be held in Bulawayo on Wednesday, with the United Arab Emirates […]

By Andile Vundla | 15 September 2026 Matabeleland North Under-19 cricket players have received a timely boost ahead of the NASH tournament in Gweru, following the donation of playing kits to the provincial team. The team received the kit from private sponsors which include Mr Sinkwa, Cake Fairy and Oriental Pies, ahead of the tournament, […]

By Monalisa Ntibane | 10 September 2026 Chief Dakamela is in Beijing, China, attending a two-week seminar on the conservation and inheritance of cultural heritage among Belt and Road countries. The programme, hosted by the China Academy of Cultural Heritage, has brought together 30 representatives from different countries and includes lessons and visits to sites […]

By Andile Vundla The National AIDS Council (NAC) has called for greater community involvement in the fight against HIV and AIDS, warning that Zimbabwe cannot rely solely on external partners to sustain gains made towards ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. NAC Bulawayo Provincial Manager Mrs Sinatra Nyathi stated that individuals, families, […]