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By Charity Chikara The government, in collaboration with the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (ZESA), is working to restore electricity supply following major technical faults at Hwange Power Station and the Harare substation over the weekend, which triggered widespread load shedding. Zimbabwe has experienced significant power outages in the past week after five units at Hwange […]
06 May 2025 By Andile Vundla ZESA has alerted the public to expect heightened load shedding across the country following a technical breakdown at Hwange Power Station. The fault has caused a major reduction in electricity generation, prompting the power utility to extend outages affecting all consumer groups nationwide. In a statement, ZESA said its […]
29 April 2025 By Nokusa Masuku The Minister of Industry and Commerce, Honourable Mangaliso Ndlovu, has highlighted the critical role of rural industrialization in fostering economic growth and overall development in Zimbabwe. Minister Ndlovu highlighted that rural provinces’ contribution to GDP has consistently declined over the past three years, while metropolitan provinces have seen an […]
29 April 2025 By Andile Vundla The Zimbabwe Olympic Committee (ZOC) has announced its newly elected and dynamic board, poised to guide Zimbabwean athletes and champion the Olympic spirit. Led by the newly appointed President Thabani Gonye, the board brings together a wealth of experience and a shared passion for sport. The leadership team includes […]
17 April 2025 By Charity Chikara The Government of Zimbabwe has launched a US$7 million partnership with the Government of Japan and four United Nations agencies aimed at improving health, nutrition, food security, and community resilience across the country. According to a press statement released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), five projects have […]
By Makhosethu Ndlovu British-based Bulawayo artist Valerie Menyiwe Sibanda, popularly known as Valee Music, has released the music video for her latest single “Uthandolunje”, featuring South African artist Aubrey Qwana. The video pays homage to Africa’s rich musical heritage through its visuals and sound. Speaking to Skyz Metro FM, Valee Music said the song reflects […]
14 April 2025 By Effort Moyo Umkhathi Theatre, in collaboration with the Centre for Talent Development, will present Icala Lezinduna at the Bulawayo Theatre on Thursday, 17 April. The play, performed by Umkhathi Theatre Works, is adapted from a book by S.J. Nondo and features historical Ndebele chiefs. In an interview with Skyz Metro FM, […]
10 April 2025 By Kenneth K Nyika Researchers at the ongoing Bulawayo Economic Development Conference (BEDCOM) have proposed practical and sustainable solutions to help the city tackle its persistent water shortages. Kelvin Mutseta, an academic from the Namibia University of Science and Technology, recommended the adoption of smart water management technologies. He said these systems […]
10 April 2025 Makhosethu Ndlovu The Government of Zimbabwe has approved the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) Amendment Bill, aimed at curbing examination leakages, registration irregularities, and fraudulent practices within the education system. Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, said the bill seeks to strengthen accountability and protect the integrity of […]
10 April 2025 Nomathemba Mathe A 30-year-old man from Bulawayo has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the rape of his 13-year-old sister. According to National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the court heard that on the day of the assault, the man was left alone with the young victim at their family home in […]
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