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By Pronellah Lunga The Africa Liberation Archive Exhibition, a collaboration between the Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Foundation, the Museum of African Liberation, the Russian State University for the Humanities, and the National Gallery of Zimbabwe, officially opened on Thursday. The exhibition showcases a rich collection of archival photographs and documents gathered by Russian sources during Africa’s […]

By Anisha Hungwe Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi has officially conceded defeat following a significant loss for the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) in the primary parliamentary elections. Speaking at a press conference after the results were announced, Masisi acknowledged the outcome, expressing relief at the end of his term and reflecting on the demanding nature of […]

By Anisha Hungwe The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) in Silobela is appealing for public assistance to locate Dumisani Phakathi and Zigi Sibanda, who are wanted in connection with the murder of 27-year-old Qiniso Bhebhe. The suspects were last seen involved in an altercation with Bhebhe at Donsa 2 shopping centre in Silobela on the 27th […]

By Pronellah Lunga Bulawayo will celebrate its 81st anniversary as an official city on 3 November 2024, with a commemorative service hosted by the Bulawayo City Council at Entumbane Presbyterian Church. The service, scheduled for 10:30 a.m., will include Aldermen, councillors, council staff, and members of the public, led by the Mayor’s Chaplain. This annual […]

By Nomathemba Mathe The Zimbabwe Civil Liberties and Drug Network (ZCLDN), an organization advocating for People Who Use and Inject Drugs (PWUID), convened today with Civil-Based Organizations (CBOs) and Community-Based Organizations (CSOs) on Thursday to strengthen their understanding of harm reduction. Harm reduction encompasses programs, policies, and practices designed to mitigate the adverse effects of […]

Effort Moyo Concerned citizens in Bulawayo called on lawmakers to address issues surrounding free treatment for senior citizens in the Medical Services Amendment Bill. This appeal was made yesterday at the Portfolio Committee on Health and Childcare’s public hearings on the proposed bill. The amendment to Section 82(b) aims to ensure free treatment for senior […]

By Andile Mvundla Vostile Creatives Trust, a community based organisation that promotes environment conservation in Hwange, has bemoaned the impacts of irresponsible mining practices that are slowly turning the town into a toxic hazardous area. Residents in the mining town are already suffering from deteriorating environment conditions, including air and water pollution as well as […]

By Anisha Hungwe The collaboration between Tendy Three Investments (TTI) and the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has created employment for 400 young people in Bulawayo, with the majority being young women. Speaking to Skyz Metro FM, TTI General Manager Bongani Nyathi shared that this initiative focuses on empowering young women from various backgrounds, supporting the […]