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By Julius Idrissa Manganda The Zimbabwe Grounds, a site etched into the nation’s political and social history, will once again serve as a meeting place for the people — but this time under the banner of faith, music, and sports. From September 26 to 28, 2025, the Love Zimbabwe Festival will transform the grounds into…
By Dickson Bandera The world’s largest book fair, the Frankfurter Buchmesse (Frankfurt Book Fair), will once again draw global attention when it opens its 77th edition from 15–19 October 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. More than just a marketplace for books, the fair has grown into an international platform for cultural exchange, political debate, and technological…
ZGC Chairperson Commissioner Margaret Mukahanana Sangarwe By Dickson Bandera The Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) has launched a National Inquiry into sexual harassment in higher and tertiary institutions, citing a sharp rise in complaints from students and staff. The initiative, unveiled yesterday at Harare Polytechnic College, seeks to uncover systemic causes and recommend reforms to ensure…
The unstoppable multi-awards winner Shihan Wilfred Mashaya By Dickson Bandera Budva, Montenegro – Zimbabwean martial arts icon Shihan Wilfred “Zim Ninja” Mashaya has been awarded the prestigious Weapon Champion of the Year title at the World Humanitarian Martial Arts Festival and Seminar held in Budva, Montenegro, over the weekend. Mashaya received the award from Festival…
Young, Confident and Determined: Model Seven-year-old model Tarrenlee Hodera By Dickson Bandera MUTARE – Seven-year-old model Tarrenlee Hodera stole the spotlight at the Sanganai/Hlanganani/Kumbanayi World Tourism Expo Carnival held in Mutare on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Tarrenlee, who is preparing to represent Zimbabwe at the Toto Miss Africa Pageant in Kenya in April 2026, impressed…
By Dickson Bandera When Mr. Simbarashe Gwawawa speaks about modelling, his words carry the weight of conviction. To him, the runway is not just a strip of polished floor lit by flashing cameras—it is a platform of empowerment, a stage for cultural pride, and a springboard for national development. “Modelling promotes our fashion, markets our…
By Dickson Bandera Mutare is set to rejoin Zimbabwe’s air map as Air Zimbabwe reintroduces passenger flights to the Eastern Highlands city, complementing the existing road and rail networks. The national airline has announced daily return flights between Harare and Mutare ahead of the 2025 Sanganai/Hlanganani/Kumbanayi World Tourism Expo. The service will operate from September…
By Dickson Bandera The streets of Mutare are set to burst into life this Saturday, September 6, as the Sanganai/Kumbanai Carnival and Street Party transforms the city into a vibrant hub of music, food, and cultural celebration. The carnival procession will commence at Lenon Hotel and conclude at Meikles Park, offering a spectacular parade filled…
By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe will host the 2025 Sanganai Hlanganani/Kumbanayi World Tourism Expo from 10–12 September 2025 at the Mutare Sports Club, bringing together over 400 exhibitors including airlines, tour operators, hotels, safari companies, and national tourism boards. Organised by the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), the Expo connects local tourism players with international buyers and…
By Dickson Bandera Amid intensified efforts to strengthen monitoring and evaluation systems, Zimbabwe on Thursday launched the Methodology for Assessing Procurement Systems (MAPS), a landmark initiative designed to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in public procurement. The program aims to align government procurement processes with international standards, ensuring fair competition and the prudent use of…