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By William Muchingamiri Zimbabwe’s fashion and creative industry has been plunged into deep mourning following the untimely death of celebrated fashion designer and creative entrepreneur Rose Vambe, popularly known as Ashava—a woman whose life story embodied resilience, creativity, and cultural pride. Born in 1974, Ashava passed away on 5 January 2025 at Sally Mugabe Central…
The late Justice Chatukuta By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe is mourning the death of Supreme Court Judge, Honourable Justice Felicitas Chatukuta who passed away in Harare on Saturday, 22 November 2025, at the age of 63. In a statement released yesterday, the Chief Justice of Zimbabwe and Chairperson of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Justice Luke…
By Dickson Bandera President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has expressed deep sorrow following a tragic bus accident in South Africa’s Limpopo Province that claimed at least 40 lives, including Zimbabwean citizens. In a condolence message issued on Sunday, President Mnangagwa described the incident as a “deep shock and grief,” saying the loss of so many lives…
The late Brigadier General (Rtd) Victor Mpandasekwa Mzheri By Dickson Bandera President Emmerson Mnangagwa this Monday led thousands of mourners at the National Heroes Acre in Harare, where he described the late Brigadier General (Rtd) Victor Mpandasekwa Mzheri as a patriotic soldier, gallant fighter, and symbol of selfless service to Zimbabwe. Brig Gen (Rtd) Mzheri,…
The late businessman and music promoter Joseph “Mutangaz” Mutangadura By Dickson Bandera Talented mbira musician Gushungo has expressed shock and sorrow over the death of businessman and music promoter Joseph “Mutangaz” Mutangadura, who was fatally shot by armed robbers at his Lisheen Estate farmhouse in Ruwa on 17 August. Gushungo, who performed several times at…
Mr Simon Maketo By Dickson Bandera A municipal refuse management worker, Mr. Simon Maketo, has died following a tragic accident while on duty in Manyame Park, the Chitungwiza Municipality confirmed yesterday. Mr. Maketo, who served under the Refuse Section, reportedly lost his life after being struck by a refuse truck during a routine collection exercise…
By Luscious Velinya President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed profound grief following the passing of Dr. Sydney Zikuzo Gata, the Executive Chairman of ZESA Holdings, who died on July 3, 2025, after a brief illness. In a condolence message released Friday, President Mnangagwa described Dr. Gata as a dedicated and visionary leader who played a pivotal…
Dr Gata By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe is mourning the passing of Dr. Sydney Zikuzo Gata, the Executive Chairman of ZESA Holdings, who died on 3 July 2025 at a local hospital after a short illness. Dr Gata’s departure marks the end of an era in Zimbabwe’s energy sector — one shaped by vision, resilience, and…
Elizabeth Gambe By Wellington Mareva I am writing this article today with heart heavy with grief to celebrate the life of a beautiful soul—Elizabeth Fair Gambe. Though her time with us was far too short, her impact on some people’s lives (especially her relatives) was deep, unforgettable, and profound. Elizabeth lived with a quiet strength…
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…