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Nokusa Masuku The Government is seeking to ring-fence revenue generated from sugar taxes and other health-related levies to ensure the funds are used exclusively to strengthen the country’s healthcare system. Health and Child Care Minister Douglas Mombeshora said the move is aimed at creating a sustainable source of funding for critical health services, including cancer […]
SFM NEWS South Africa is set to introduce facial recognition technology at its ports of entry as part of efforts to strengthen border security and combat illegal migration, passport fraud and corruption. Border Management Authority Commissioner Mike Masiapato says Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber is expected to launch the new Electronic Movement Control System, known […]
By Andile Vundla A 41-year-old unemployed man from Pumula North has been sentenced to 40 years effective imprisonment by the Western Commonage Regional Magistrates’ Court for the horrific sexual abuse and rape of a four-year-old female toddler. The incident occurred on 17 May when the convict capitalized on his position as a family friend to […]
By Andile Vundla Renowned traditional healer and spiritual leader Gogo Chihoro has arrived in Bulawayo ahead of “UMgido Wesintu” cultural dance gathering scheduled for Friday at Woodville Park in Mahatshula. The free overnight event, which also forms part of Culture Month commemorations, is expected to attract hundreds of attendees, including traditional healers and cultural enthusiasts […]
Nokusa Masuku Zimbabwe says its drive to promote local mineral beneficiation is beginning to yield significant economic benefits, with the country recording major progress in lithium processing and value addition. Addressing the BRICS PartNIR Innovation Center Entrepreneurs Forum, Industry and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu said government policies aimed at encouraging local processing of strategic minerals […]
By Emelda Jinya Several countries have tightened border controls and increased health screening measures following an outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The World Health Organization says more than 900 suspected cases and 220 suspected deaths have been reported in the DRC since the outbreak […]
SFM NEWS The Warriors have received a major boost ahead of their Unity Cup third-place playoff against India on Saturday, following the arrival of striker Prince Dube in London. Dube linked up with the squad on Wednesday after being released by his club, Young Africans SC, as Zimbabwe stepped up preparations for the weekend encounter. […]
By Monalisa Ntibane Premier African Minerals says it has completed several critical tests at its Zulu lithium project in Fort Rixon, Matabeleland South Province, marking a major step towards commercial production. The company said the remaining stage involves hot commissioning of the new spodumene flotation plant and production of saleable concentrate, with the project still […]
SFM NEWS The Premier Soccer League has released the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League Matchday 15 fixtures, with matches lined up from Saturday through Monday. Action begins on Saturday as Dynamos host defending champions Ngezi Platinum Stars at Rufaro Stadium, while MWOS face Hardrock at Ngoni Stadium. Sunday’s programme will see Highlanders take on FC […]
By Monalisa Ntibane The Government says the proposed US$2.18 billion railway project between Zimbabwe and Zambia is expected to improve regional transport efficiency, lower logistics costs and strengthen access to the ports of Beira, Durban and Dar es Salaam. Cabinet noted outcomes from the Pan-African Mineral Development Company Council of Ministers meeting hosted by Zimbabwe […]
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