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Nokusa Masuku Zimbabwe’s winter wheat planting programme has reached 78,458 hectares, representing 63 percent of the national target of 125,000 hectares, as farmers race to complete planting before the May 31 deadline. The current planting progress is ahead of the same period last year, raising optimism for a strong wheat harvest and improved national food […]
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 Nokusa Masuku | FIFA has been ordered to provide information by the states of New York and New Jersey as part of an investigation into ticket pricing and seat allocation for the 2026 World Cup, following complaints from fans over high costs and seating errors at MetLife Stadium. The probe is focused on FIFA’s […]
By Colleta Bell Former Zimbabwe Republic Police detective Jaison Muvevi has been sentenced to four life terms plus 40 years in prison by the High Court after being convicted of murdering four people in Wedza and Harare. The court dismissed Muvevi’s insanity defence, ruling that the killings were premeditated. In sentencing, the judge cited the […]
By Emelda Jinya Government is considering introducing new levies on imported grain and oilseed products to encourage local agricultural production and strengthen food security. Under the proposals, maize imports would attract a levy of US$40 per metric tonne for 90 days, while soybean imports could face a US$20 charge per tonne. Soya meal imports are […]
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 […]
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