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By Dickson Bandera Some dog breeds have gained reputations as dangerous due to their strength, protective instincts, and, in some cases, tragic incidents. However, it’s not the breed alone that poses a risk—it’s how the dog is raised, trained, and managed. In Zimbabwe and beyond, growing reports of attacks call for a deeper understanding of…
President Emmerson Mnangagwa with the new Child President, Lionel Mazarire at the 33rd Session of the Junior Parliament. Pic Credit: ZBC By Dickson Bandera President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called for the Junior Parliament of Zimbabwe to evolve beyond a symbolic platform and become a real engine for shaping national policy, leadership, and innovation. Speaking at…
Zim Ninja, Wilfred Mashaya is welcome by his family, workmates and fellow sportspersons. By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwean martial arts icon Shihan Wilfred Mashaya, popularly known as the “Zim Ninja,” returned home to a hero’s welcome after a phenomenal showing at the IMAC English Open Tournament held at the York Leisure Centre in England. The seasoned…
Minister of Skills Audit and Development, Hon Professor Paul Mavima By Dickson Bandera The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has been urged to move from dialogue to decisive action in transforming foundational education, as the regional bloc races to meet global and continental development targets. This call was made by Zimbabwe’s Minister of Skills Audit…
Minister Barbara Rwodzi By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe’s Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Hon. Barbara Rwodzi, has raised alarm over fraudulent Facebook accounts impersonating her, warning that cybercriminals are using her name and images to scam unsuspecting members of the public through bogus investment schemes. In her post on social media, Hon. Rwodzi condemned the…
Cde David Chapfika By Dickson Bandera Former Deputy Minister of Finance, Member of Parliament for Mutoko and senior ZANU PF official Cde David Chapfika has died following a tragic road traffic accident that occurred near Chabwino, along the Harare-Shamva road on Thursday. Cde Chapfika was driving a Mercedes-Benz ML when his vehicle collided with another…
Shihan Mashaya By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe’s celebrated martial artist, Shihan Wilfred Mashaya, delivered a stellar performance at the International Martial Arts Corporation (IMAC) English Open Tournament, held at the York Leisure Centre in England. Mashaya dominated the competition, securing five gold medals across all five categories he contested. The sixth-dan black belt showcased his expertise…
President Mnangagwa giving his speech in Victoria Falls By Dickson Bandera | Victoria Falls – June 18, 2025 President Emmerson Mnangagwa this Wednesday officially opened the 28th Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Branch of the International Council on Archives (ESARBICA) General Conference in Victoria Falls, calling on African nations to embrace digital technology in archival…
Prof Fanuel Tagwira By Dickson Bandera With urgency and conviction, Zimbabwe’s Permanent Secretary for Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development, Professor Fanuel Tagwira, opened a key SADC technical meeting in Harare with a powerful call: the Southern African region must radically reorient its education systems to produce job creators, not just job…
By Dickson Bandera The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has officially announced the suspension of gold coin sales, marking the successful conclusion of a mop-up operation that aimed to clear residual stock. The announcement was made in a press statement issued on 16 June 2025 by RBZ Governor Dr. John Mushayavanhu. The suspension, which takes…