Frankfurter Buchmesse 2026: Applications open for international grant programmes
By Dickson Bandera Frankfurter Buchmesse is inviting professionals from the publishing and book trade to participate in its international fellowship and grant programmes in 2026. Participants can look forward to a professional training and networking programme organised by Frankfurter Buchmesse with the support of national and international partners. The FBM grant programmes and calls for…
Zimbabwe Suspends Export of Raw Minerals and Lithium Concentrates
Minister of Mines and Mining Development Dr Eng Polite Kambamura By Dickson Bandera HARARE – The Zimbabwean government has imposed an immediate suspension on the export of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates, including consignments already in transit, in a move aimed at boosting in-country beneficiation and ensuring accountability in the mining sector. Zimbabwe is…
SADC Power Access Rises to 56% as Magosi Urges Investment Beyond Political Will
SADC Executive Secretary His Excellency Ellias Magosi By Dickson Bandera Victoria Falls– SADC Executive Secretary, His Excellency Ellias Magosi says strong political will across member states has driven notable gains in electricity access, with the regional average now reaching 56 percent, while warning that sustained investment is critical to maintain momentum. Electricity access in the…
International Day of Education Commemorated in Mashonaland West
Deputy Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Hon Angeline Gata interacting with students during the event. By Dickson Bandera CHINHOYI – Zimbabwe on Tuesday marked belated commemorations of the International Day of Education in Mashonaland West, with government reaffirming its commitment to inclusive and learner-centred education under the Heritage-Based Curriculum. The event, held at Chinhoyi…
Mugabe’s Son Charged, Remanded In Custody Over Johannesburg Shooting Incident
By Staff Reporter Chatunga Bellarmine Mugabe, the son of former Zimbabwean leader, Robert Mugabe has been charged alongside his co-accused, Thobias Mugabe Matonhodze, in connection with a shooting incident at a private residence in Hyde Park, Johannesburg, South Africa. The pair face multiple charges, including attempted murder, defeating the course of justice, and unlawful possession…
Zimbabwe Rallies SADC on Energy Reforms, Efficiency, AS Sustainable Energy Week Kicks Off In Vic Falls
Minister of Energy and Power Development Hon July Moyo : Images William Muchingamiri/Marcus Chimudzi By Dickson Bandera VICTORIA FALLS – Zimbabwe’s Minister of Energy and Power Development, Honourable July Moyo, has called for urgent regulatory reforms and improved energy efficiency across the SADC region, warning that weak and poor data are undermining progress toward energy…
2026 SADC Energy Week Begins Tomorrow in Victoria Falls as Delegates Arrive
Images: William Muchingamiri/Marcus Chimudzi By Brenda Mazhambe VICTORIA FALLS – Energy and Power Development Minister July Moyo says all is set for the 2026 SADC Sustainable Energy Week, with delegates expected to converge in Victoria Falls for a packed programme of high-level engagements beginning Monday. Delegates have been flocking into the resort city, with all…
Simba Bhora Edge Agama in Charity Match Honouring Mushunje
By Dickson Bandera SHAMVA — Simba Bhora secured a narrow 1–0 victory over Agama FC at Wadzanayi Stadium on Saturday in a commemorative match held in honour of the late Barnabus Mushunje, with proceeds from the fixture set to support his widow and two children. The match, attended by local supporters and community members, served…
Mugabe’s Son Chatunga Arrested Over Johannesburg Shooting
By Staff Reporter JOHANNESBURG – Former Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe’s son Berllamine Chatunga Mugabe has been arrested in South Africa following a shooting incident that left a man critically injured, authorities confirmed. The (SAPS) said Mugabe and a second suspect were taken into custody after an altercation at a private residence in Hyde Park, an…
Government Urges Farmers to Adopt Rhizobia Inoculation for Higher Sugar Bean Yields
By Dickson Bandera The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has urged farmers to adopt Rhizobia inoculation technology in sugar bean production to boost yields, reduce input costs and improve soil fertility. In production guidance issued to growers, the Ministry said the use of the “N-fixer Rhizobia” inoculant enhances Biological Nitrogen Fixation…
