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By Anisha Hungwe NetOne, in partnership with Protraz, has taken a major step in Zimbabwe’s digital transformation with the official launch of a 5G base station in Boka, Harare. The milestone event, held yesterday, was attended by Vice President Kembo Mohadi and key stakeholders in the country’s telecommunications sector. The launch marks the beginning of […]
Lindy Ndhlovu The Bulawayo City Council has extended the contract of Town Clerk Christopher Dube by one year, ensuring continued stability in the city’s administration. The extension, which took effect on the 1st of October 2024, was approved by the Local Government Board following the expiration of Dube’s previous term on the 30th of September. […]
Chenai Museta The annual Mine Entra Expo, Zimbabwe’s premier mining, engineering, and transport exhibition, officially began today in Bulawayo. This year’s event has drawn over 250 exhibitors, both local and international, who are eager to explore new opportunities in the mining sector. Exhibitors, including prominent companies from Zimbabwe and abroad, are focused on attracting new […]
By Makhosethu Ndlovu The Warriors’ head coach, Michael Nees, is urging fans to rally behind the team as they prepare to face Namibia in a crucial match tomorrow at Orlando Stadium in South Africa. Despite being barred from attending the stadium due to regulations set by the host team, Nees remains optimistic that fans will […]
By Makhosethu Ndlovu A recent survey conducted by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce from the 27th of September to the 4th of October 2024, has revealed significant challenges within Zimbabwe’s formal retail sector, primarily driven by disparities between official and parallel exchange rates. The survey findings indicate a marked increase in the prices of […]
By Anisha Hungwe The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is urging the public to assist in the ongoing investigation of the Ecobank robbery in Bulawayo, where USD 4 million was stolen. The heist, which occurred on the 3rd of October involved armed robbers overpowering a Safeguard security driver and making off with six trunks filled with […]
By Pronellah Lunga The Intwasa Arts Festival KoBulawayo has announced new dates for its 2024 edition, now set to run from November 28 to 30 in Bulawayo. The festival, a major cultural event in Zimbabwe, will bring together a wide array of artistic performances, including music, dance, theatre, literature, spoken word, and film. Initially scheduled […]
By Nomathemba Mathe Trevor Mawaka, a local arts teacher at Charlseton Primary School, has launched a book titled “Curating Byo Music Spaces” which aims to celebrate and document Bulawayo musicians. “I wanted to document Bulawayo artists so that future generations can learn about their journeys, achievements, and how they overcame obstacles in their music careers,” […]
By Nomathemba Mathe 08 October 2024 The Bulawayo City Council has issued a health alert following an outbreak of mpox, a viral disease prevalent in parts of central and western Africa, including neighboring South Africa. In a statement issued by the local authority, residents have been urged to take precautions to prevent the disease from […]
By Anisha Hungwe 08 October 2024 Bulawayo is bracing for harsher water shortages as the Bulawayo City Council has increased its water shedding schedule from 120 to 130 hours per week, effective Wednesday, 9 October. The escalation follows the decommissioning of Upper Ncema Dam on 2 October, after its water levels plummeted to a mere […]
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