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NCC, ZimStat to Release National Competitiveness Survey Findings This Wednesday

ZimStat Director General Tafadzwa Bandama By Dickson Bandera The National Competitiveness Commission (NCC) and the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) will this Wednesday release findings of the National Competitiveness Baseline Survey (NCBS), providing data intended to guide economic policy reforms and improve Zimbabwe’s competitiveness. Data collection was conducted nationwide across various sectors from 14 May…

ARTUZ threatens court action over teachers’ housing deductions

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Obert Masaraure, President of ARTUZ By Donald Chakamanga The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has threatened to take the Public Service Commission (PSC) to court over housing and rental deductions being made from the salaries of educators staying in Government-provided institutional accommodation. In a letter dated 25 September 2026 and signed by Obert…

Munhumutapa Half Marathon Sets Pace for President Mnangagwa’s 84th Birthday Celebrations

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By Brenda Mazhambe The Munhumutapa Half Marathon held at Mvurwi High School on Saturday has set the pace for President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s 84th birthday celebrations, bringing together nearly 1,000 athletes for a day of sport, health and community mobilisation ahead of the main celebrations on Tuesday, September 15. The marathon attracted about 980 participants against…

War Vets Association Pledges Renewed Focus on War Veterans’ Welfare

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By Lisca Philo The Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) has pledged to intensify its focus on the welfare of liberation war veterans, with pensions, medical care, land and sustainable economic projects emerging as key priorities. The commitment was made at the Association’s Annual General Meeting held in Harare on Friday, bringing together delegates…

All Hands On Deck As Zimbabweans Are Repatriated from SA

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By Reginald Tapfumaneyi The Zimbabwean government has joined hands with the private sector and NGOs to repatriate undocumented Zimbabwean immigrants from South Africa, following similar actions taken by other African countries. Ghana was the first African country to act, sending planes to ferry its citizens from different parts of South Africa, followed by Nigeria. Through…

Betting, Risks and Redemption: How the Lotteries and Gaming Board Is Shaping Responsible Gambling in Zimbabwe

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The LGB has adopted a proactive, community-centred approach to regulating the industry while safeguarding public welfare. By Dickson Bandera When the story of a Bakers Inn manager who lost US$3,400 of company funds on the online game “Kandege” (Aviator) went viral last year, it ignited a fierce national debate across social media platforms. The manager…

Sekuru Banda Backs First Lady’s Humanitarian Drive as Zimbabwe’s Development Agenda Gains Momentum

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Sekuru Banda is rallying behind the Vision By Dickson Bandera Renowned philanthropist and respected traditional leader Dr. Sekuru Kamwelo Banda has hailed First Lady Dr. Amai Auxillia Mnangagwa for her sustained humanitarian work in Zimbabwe, which continues to provide substantial relief and empowerment to vulnerable families across the country. On Wednesday, 7 January 2026, Sekuru…

Deputy Minister Raj Modi Donates Food Hampers to the Underprivileged in Bulawayo

Newsreel10 months ago10 months ago06 mins

By Evans Zhou Laughter and animated conversation filled the courtyards of Zeenatul Islam Masjid in Bulawayo,this Sunday 28 December 2025 as the aroma of freshly prepared meals wafted through the air with community members gathered for a moment of shared joy and generosity. The occasion marked a philanthropic outreach led by the Deputy Minister of…

Emmanuel Zvada Pens a Timely Guide on Retirement Preparedness

Newsreel10 months ago5 months ago05 mins

By Exson Tivafire Global Human Resources Consultant and author, Emmanuel Zvada has added his voice to the growing national conversation on life after formal employment with the launch of his new book on retirement preparation, titled 7 Golden Rules of Retirement Preparation unveiled in Harare. The book is a precursor to the Zimbabwe Institute of…