Tinashe Sambiri

CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has ruled the formation of a Government of National Unity(GNU).

The CCC leader said :
GNU, no. My senior Tsvangirai got burnt. “

According to President Chamisa, the nation needs a Transitional Authority.

“Never again shall we have ZEC running elections again,” said President Chamisa at a rally in Mash Central.

He added: “Apart from DISBANDING ZEC, we must disband FAZ,0the CIO terror group.”

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A shocking and tragic incident has unfolded in Lupane, Matabeleland North, as a man identified as Clever Ngwenya (35) is now on the run after allegedly slitting the throats of both his mother, Mildress Ngwenya (71), and his father, Simon Ngwenya (73), during a family gathering that took place last week. The motives behind this horrifying act remain unknown.

According to local authorities, the gruesome incident occurred at a family gathering in Gwalubha Village, Mabhikwa, on September 21. Clever Ngwenya is reported to have attacked his parents, fatally stabbing his mother and father in the throat with a knife. He also purportedly attempted to harm his two brothers during the assault, but they managed to escape unharmed.

In an official statement, the police in Lupane issued an urgent appeal for information that could assist in locating and apprehending Clever Ngwenya. The suspect is now wanted for the callous murder of his parents.

In a separate incident, police are also seeking information regarding three unidentified suspects involved in the killing of Marbel Magurambinga (39) during a robbery at a gold panning site in Mazowe. The suspects allegedly stabbed Magurambinga in the thigh with a knife during the robbery, which resulted in her tragic death. They stole US$350 from the gold panning site at Folyle Farm.

These violent crimes, particularly those occurring at illegal mining sites, have posed significant challenges for law enforcement agencies across the country. Gangs wielding machetes have been terrorizing citizens, prompting multiple police operations aimed at addressing this issue. There have been allegations that some of these gangs may be under the control of influential individuals, further complicating efforts to combat this menace.

A woman named Mazvida Makunani has taken her husband, Dudzai Mandaya, to court for alleged assaults on her and their 17-year-old son. Makunani appeared before Harare magistrate Sharon Mashavira seeking a protection order due to ongoing physical abuse inflicted by her husband, particularly when he returns home intoxicated.

Makunani stated that her husband had been harassing and assaulting their son, even accusing him of being his mother’s boyfriend. She described how he had been subjecting their son to beatings and choking him while he slept, all based on unfounded suspicions.

“He has been beating his son and choking him while he is asleep for the past three months because he says he is my boyfriend,” she revealed. “He usually assaults him when drunk. I have never had extra-marital affairs, but he accuses me daily of bringing a boyfriend into our house.”

Makunani further explained that when she attempted to intervene, her husband would respond with insults and resort to physical violence against her as well.

In his defense, Dudzai Mandaya denied the allegations, claiming that his wife was disrespectful.

However, Magistrate Sharon Mashavira granted Mazvida Makunani the protection order she sought, instructing Dudzai Mandaya to cease all forms of physical and emotional abuse directed at his wife and son. The court’s decision aims to provide safety and security for the affected parties in this troubling situation.-state media

Today, President @nelsonchamisa visited Mashonaland West Province, where he met with all the cluster leaders. He also paid his respects to the Chibaya family, following the untimely death of our ward 2 councilor, Patricia Chibaya, who tragically passed away two days ago. She is survived by two children, a boy and a girl. We mourn the loss of this exceptional mobilizer and change champion. May her soul rest in peace.-CCC

Today, President @nelsonchamisa visited Mashonaland West Province, where he met with all the cluster leaders. He also paid his respects to the Chibaya family, following the untimely death of our ward 2 councilor, Patricia Chibaya, who tragically passed away two days ago. She is survived by two children, a boy and a girl. We mourn the loss of this exceptional mobilizer and change champion. May her soul rest in peace.-CCC

RESIDENTS of Chitungwiza have raised alarm over deep trenches that have been left uncovered by sand poachers who have become a law unto themselves as they harvest river sand.

Sand poachers have become a menace in the dormitory town of Chitungwiza where they are fuelling land degradation as they harvest river sand.

Their illegal sand poaching activities are also creating death traps for children who frequent the area for pastime activities.

Environmental Management Agency Spokesperson, Ms Amkela Sidange revealed the seriousness of the damage being caused to the environment and the danger to human life.

“We conduct raids on sand poachers, but we don’t do that always due to insufficient resources, and so the sand poachers always go back to their illegal activities. It is like a cat-and-mouse game, not only does Sand poaching increase vulnerability to flooding in areas receiving high rainfall, but the practice of sand poaching also threatens wetlands, sand poaching also affects water availability downstream, which then affects water use for climate adaptation purposes,” she said.

This comes hardly a year after a Chitungwiza family lost two children, who drowned in an open pit that was filled with water in the Mayambara area.

RESIDENTS of Chitungwiza have raised alarm over deep trenches that have been left uncovered by sand poachers who have become a law unto themselves as they harvest river sand.

Sand poachers have become a menace in the dormitory town of Chitungwiza where they are fuelling land degradation as they harvest river sand.

Their illegal sand poaching activities are also creating death traps for children who frequent the area for pastime activities.

Environmental Management Agency Spokesperson, Ms Amkela Sidange revealed the seriousness of the damage being caused to the environment and the danger to human life.

“We conduct raids on sand poachers, but we don’t do that always due to insufficient resources, and so the sand poachers always go back to their illegal activities. It is like a cat-and-mouse game, not only does Sand poaching increase vulnerability to flooding in areas receiving high rainfall, but the practice of sand poaching also threatens wetlands, sand poaching also affects water availability downstream, which then affects water use for climate adaptation purposes,” she said.

This comes hardly a year after a Chitungwiza family lost two children, who drowned in an open pit that was filled with water in the Mayambara area.

Today, President @nelsonchamisa visited Mashonaland West Province, where he met with all the cluster leaders. He also paid his respects to the Chibaya family, following the untimely death of our ward 2 councilor, Patricia Chibaya, who tragically passed away two days ago. She is survived by two children, a boy and a girl. We mourn the loss of this exceptional mobilizer and change champion. May her soul rest in peace.-CCC

Tinashe Sambiri

CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has ruled the formation of a Government of National Unity(GNU).

The CCC leader said :
GNU, no. My senior Tsvangirai got burnt. “

According to President Chamisa, the nation needs a Transitional Authority.

“Never again shall we have ZEC running elections again,” said President Chamisa at a rally in Mash Central.

He added: “Apart from DISBANDING ZEC, we must disband FAZ,0the CIO terror group.”

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“Zimbabwe Announces Stricter Penalties to Combat Exam Paper Leaks Amidst Concerns Over Accountability for Corruption”

In a move aimed at tackling the persistent problem of exam paper leaks, the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) has introduced new regulations imposing significantly harsher penalties on those involved in leaking public examination question papers. This decision comes at a time when concerns have been raised about the apparent impunity of individuals like Wicknell Chivayo, who have benefited from corrupt practices involving public facilities.

Under the newly announced measures, individuals convicted of leaking public examination question papers now risk facing up to nine years in prison, a substantial increase from the previous maximum penalty of one year. Learners found guilty of the same offense will also face severe consequences, with their examination results being nullified.

Previously, those caught engaging in similar misconduct often received community service sentences, leading to criticism that the punishment did not act as a sufficient deterrent.

Zimsec board chairperson, Professor Eddie Mwenje, emphasized that these new regulations have been developed in response to the increasing problem of question paper leaks, which have been exploited for financial gain. He stated that the help of the Attorney-General was sought to draft these stricter regulations, which will be gazetted in the near future.

In a separate interview, Zimsec public relations manager Ms. Nicky Dlamini highlighted that these stringent penalties are intended to discourage potential offenders. Dlamini underlined that Zimsec has taken various measures to enhance examination security and prevent malpractices, though the exact details of these security enhancements remain confidential.

According to the new regulations, candidates found in possession of question papers before the examination, as well as those with pre-access to the papers, will have their results nullified. The same consequences will apply to candidates who are found to have distributed exam papers before the official tests. These individuals will only be allowed to take their exams after a delay of “four examination sessions.”

To prevent future leaks, Zimsec has also implemented additional security measures during the transportation of question papers and answer transcripts.

However, educationist Professor Caiphas Nziramasanga stressed that combating exam paper leaks requires transparency and integrity at every level of the education system. He highlighted the need for honesty in all aspects of the examination process, from the creation of question papers to their distribution and administration.

In recent years, Zimbabwe has faced numerous instances of exam paper leaks, leading to the conviction of over 100 individuals, including school headmasters, teachers, police officers, and learners. The introduction of stricter penalties reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of the education system and addressing this pressing issue.

As these new regulations take effect, Zimbabwean authorities hope to send a clear message that cheating and corruption in education will not be tolerated, while also encouraging a culture of academic honesty among learners.

Man Seeks Justice After Alleged Molestation by Health Worker – Police Under Scrutiny

ESIGODINI, September 23, 2023 – A case of alleged molestation has shaken the community, as a man bravely seeks justice after claiming he was sexually assaulted by a male health worker from Mzingwane Health Centre. The victim alleges that the case has been swept under the carpet, raising concerns about police handling.

The accused health worker is accused of sending the victim US$30 as hush money following the incident. The victim’s efforts to obtain information on the case have hit a wall, as the police at Esigodini Police Station, where the complaint was lodged, have reportedly been uncooperative and failed to provide a case number when questioned by the victim’s family.

Matabeleland South Police spokesperson Inspector Loveness Mangena expressed surprise at the lack of information, saying, “I am not aware of that case yet. I will have to consult Esigodini police where the matter was reported and get details on Monday.”

According to a witness in the case, who also happens to be the victim’s brother, the alleged incident occurred on the night of September 5, 2023, at the health center where the victim had gone to retrieve his belongings.

The brother recounted, “My brother asked me to accompany him to the clinic to collect his belongings he had left when he had to go to a different station. He then opened up to me saying there was someone at work who was making sexual advances at him and sending him messages, so he was scared to visit the clinic alone.”

Allegedly, after collecting his belongings, the accused health worker called the victim into another room, leading to a confrontation.

Seeing that his initial approach had failed, the accused made another attempt, summoning the victim to sign for money. The witness described the horrifying scene: “I got there and heard my brother pleading with the man not to do what he wanted to do, and at this point, I kicked open the door only to find him having stripped my brother while he was half naked, touching my brother’s private parts and kissing him.”

A brawl ensued, drawing the attention of clinic staff, school officials, and others in the vicinity. The altercation resulted in damage to a glass door and test tubes at the clinic.

The accused health worker, naked, disappeared into the night. Esigodini Police Station officers responded to the scene, and both the victim and the witness provided statements.

However, subsequent attempts to obtain information about the progress of the case led to frustration for the victim’s family. They claim they were passed from one police officer to another, leaving them with doubts about the case’s status.

The victim’s brother expressed concern, stating, “The perpetrator is out there, and we want justice served. Last week, the police called my brother and asked us to come to Esigodini and make new statements, but my brother has not done that because of the trauma and pain he feels, reliving an ordeal he would rather not.”

Local sources close to the matter have expressed concerns that similar incidents may have occurred among male workers at the clinic in the past. There are also fears that students may have been affected, with cases potentially going unreported.

The accused health worker is alleged to have sent the victim US$30 as hush money after the attack before switching off his mobile phone. Efforts to obtain a comment from the accused have been unsuccessful.

The community is now calling for a thorough investigation into this distressing case, with many demanding transparency and accountability from the authorities.- state media

A 16-year-old boy from Harare who is accused of sexually abusing his two siblings aged six and 12 has appeared in court facing charges of rape.

The teenager who appeared in court this Friday is alleged to have raped his siblings on several occasions before he disappeared.

It is alleged that the boy sexually abused his two young sisters whenever he was left taking care of the children.

He was remanded in custody after his father told the court his son had become a burden.

Meanwhile, in another case, two siblings from Chihota have appeared in court for allegedly defrauding a Harare couple of US$20,000 in a botched land deal.

Tawanda and Tinofara Mvududu allegedly misrepresented to a couple they met in Harare Central Business District that they had four residential stands for sale in the Mahusekwa area at US$5,000 each.

The court heard that the couple paid for the four stands and only realised they had been duped when they wanted to change ownership.

Today, President @nelsonchamisa visited Mashonaland West Province, where he met with all the cluster leaders. He also paid his respects to the Chibaya family, following the untimely death of our ward 2 councilor, Patricia Chibaya, who tragically passed away two days ago. She is survived by two children, a boy and a girl. We mourn the loss of this exceptional mobilizer and change champion. May her soul rest in peace.-CCC

Tinashe Sambiri

CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has ruled the formation of a Government of National Unity(GNU).

The CCC leader said :
GNU, no. My senior Tsvangirai got burnt. “

According to President Chamisa, the nation needs a Transitional Authority.

“Never again shall we have ZEC running elections again,” said President Chamisa at a rally in Mash Central.

He added: “Apart from DISBANDING ZEC, we must disband FAZ,0the CIO terror group.”

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David Coltart, the newly elected CCC Mayor of the City of Bulawayo, has announced that he will not be buying a new mayoral car for the next 5 years!

“I came here using a car which has been used by the council for the past nine years, that car is enough for the whole of my term, I’m not going to get a new car for the next five years, unless we have enough ambulances,” said Coltart.

“How can we have new cars whilst we have only five ambulances instead of 30, we only have four fire engines and six refuse trucks and we need the minimum of 11. So, it starts with me and it needs to reflect in you.”

A grand gesture from the Mayor and this is not the first time that Coltart has done this. When he was appointed Minister of Education in the 2008 to 2013 GNU, he refused to take his allocated ministerial car. He accepted all the other benefits including the generous salary and allowances, the fuel allocation, globe trotting, etc.!

What is most notable about MDC leaders during the GNU is that they were all busy enjoying the trappings of high office they forgot about implementing the democratic reforms, the number one task entrusted to them during the GNU. Their greed was so obvious that Zanu PF cronies openly mocked the MDC leaders.

“Mazivanhu eMDC adzidza kudya anyerere!” (MDC leaders have learned to quietly enjoy the gravy train good-life; they will never rock the boat!) Zanu PF boasted when they were asked why MDC was not implementing the democratic reforms.

True enough, MDC leaders did not rock the GNU boat: they failed to implement even one token reform in five years. Not even one token reform!

When SADC leaders realised the 2013 elections were going ahead with no reforms implemented; they advised MDC leader not to participate in the elections until reforms were implemented. The wise council fell on deaf ears. David Coltart was one of the MDC leaders who have since admitted of the sheer futility of participating in these flawed elections to give Zanu PF legitimacy and thus perpetuating the dictatorship and the failed state which is Zimbabwe today!

“The worst aspect for me about the failure to agree a coalition was that both MDCs couldn’t now do the obvious – withdraw from the (2013) elections,” confessed Coltart in his Book, The Struggle Continues 50 years of Tyranny in Zimbabwe.

“The electoral process was so flawed, so illegal, that the only logical step was to withdraw, which would compel SADC to hold Zanu PF to account. But such was the distrust between the MDC-T and MDC-N that neither could withdraw for fear that the other would remain in the elections, winning seats and giving the process credibility.”

No doubt, Mayor Coltart must have tried to persuade his fellow MDC/CCC leaders on the the sheer insanity of participating in these flawed elections to give Zanu PF legitimacy. When he discovered there were no takers, for exactly the reasons the MDC leaders had ignored SADC leaders to implement the reforms during the GNU – greed and breath-taking incompetence – Coltart throw in the towel. He joined the rest of the opposition in participating in rigged elections out of greed.

Zimbabwe would have been transformed into a healthy and functioning democratic nation by 2013, at the latest, if MDC leaders had implemented the democratic reforms. We are still a failed state stuck with this corrupt and tyrannical Zanu PF dictatorship because the regime has been rigging the elections thanks to MDC leaders’ betrayal on reforms.

Mayor Coltart and his CCC friends participated in these 2023 elections knowing fully well that doing so would give the election process “credibility” and thus give Zanu PF political legitimacy. (The SADC and AU election observers have since dismiss the election process as a sham and thus denying Zanu PF political legitimacy, regardless of the full house Zimbabwe opposition’s participation.)

Like it or not the city of Bulawayo will not buy the required 25 ambulances, fire engines, etc. from the money saved from buying a new mayoral car. What the city and the nation needs is an end to this corrupt and tyrannical Zanu PF dictatorship but for that to happen we must implement the democratic reforms and end the curse of rigged elections and bad governance. At the present moment the greatest impediment to implementing reforms is none other than the MDC/CCC leaders who have sold out on reforms out of greed.

How ironic that Mayor David Coltart is denied himself the mayoral car and is making a big song and dance about it. Meanwhile he and his fellow CCC leaders continue participating in these flawed elections to perpetuate the failed state and the tragic human suffering it has brought out of selfish greed!

Mayor Coltart and his CCC leaders are now nothing but the disease carrying fleas, the anaesthetic in their bite in not for the victim’s benefit but the bug’s – it will gorge itself unperturbed!

-Online

In a shocking incident that unfolded in Maphisa, Kezi, Matabeleland South province a man was allegedly murdered by a mob consisting of over 20 individuals on Monday for robbery.

The circumstances leading up to the incident began with Hloniphani Ndlovu (45), the now deceased, who was armed with a firearm, robbing a group of individuals who are now considered suspects in the case.

The suspects who have since been arrested and are set to appear in court are, Tamsanqa Nyathi (22), Perfect Nyoni (22), Godswill Dube (21), Somandla Ndlovu (17), Lodrick Hloniphani (24) all from Malindi village in Kezi and Mkhululi Ncube (39), Prince Nkosilathi Khumalo (32), Makesure Mguni (33) all from Mangala village in Kezi.

It is reported that, after the robbery, the suspects reportedly teamed up and pursued Ndlovu. Upon catching up with him, they subjected him to a severe assault. Subsequently, the suspects handed him over to local police in Maphisa. Recognising the severity of his injuries, the authorities referred him to hospital.

Tragically, the man succumbed to his injuries shortly after being admitted to the hospital.

The incident has raised concerns within the community, as the alleged murder involved a large group of individuals. Police are investigating the matter to identify and apprehend all those involved in the incident.

The motive behind the severe assault and subsequent death of the deceased remains unclear at this stage. It is speculated that the suspects may have sought revenge for the earlier robbery, although this is yet to be confirmed by the authorities.

Matabeleland South police spokesperson Inspector Loveness Mangena confirmed the incident and urged members of the public to desist from taking the law into their own hands but allow the authorities to deal with such cases.

A police constable from Nehanda Police Station in Gweru, who is accused of stealing copper cables from President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s Precabe Farm in Sherwood, Kwekwe, has been denied bail.

Musa Mukuli appeared before Kwekwe magistrate Samkelisiwe Gumbo, facing charges of theft and contravening the Electricity Act.

The alleged theft involved the theft of solar panels from a farm adjacent to Mnangagwa’s. Mukuli’s accomplices, Brandon Ncube, William Wurayayi, and another individual named Jameson, are still at large.

The case has been postponed to October 5 for further proceedings.

-Online

South Africa is experiencing the negative consequences of the leadership failures within Zimbabwe’s ruling party, Zanu-PF, which have resulted in migration chaos and an increased burden on the country’s social services.

These sentiments were expressed by South Africa’s opposition leader, Mmusi Maimane, who criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa’s stance on Zimbabwe’s sanctions at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Maimane accused Ramaphosa and the ruling African National Congress (ANC) of siding with dictatorship and supporting oppressive leadership.

Maimane argued that South Africa pays the price for Zimbabwe’s dictatorship in various ways, including the strain on healthcare, housing, and social services.

South Africa is home to an estimated 700,000 Zimbabweans, many of whom are undocumented and have migrated southward in search of better opportunities. Some of these Zimbabweans in South Africa are living in dire conditions, seeking shelter in abandoned buildings as they flee economic challenges in their home country.

During his address at UNGA, President Ramaphosa stated that South Africa has been overwhelmed by Zimbabweans seeking refuge due to illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by Western countries. He called for the lifting of these sanctions, emphasizing that they not only harm ordinary Zimbabweans but also have a negative impact on neighboring countries, including South Africa.

-Online

Patricia Chibaya, the Councillor for Ward 2 in Chinhoyi and a member of the Citizens’ Coalition for Change (CCC), has tragically passed away just a month after being re-elected for her second term in office.

Chibaya was one of the 20 Chinhoyi councillors recently inaugurated at the Town House. She initially assumed the role of councillor in 2018 and was later elected as deputy mayor in January 2023 following the resignation of the former Ward 6 Councillor, Mercy Mada.

During the elections that brought her into office, there was fierce competition for the position of vice mayor, with three CCC councillors and one member from Zanu-PF vying for the position.

Chibaya, a youthful councillor in her early 40s, reportedly passed away on a Wednesday at Chinhoyi Provincial Hospital. She had been rushed there for treatment after experiencing symptoms of a mild stroke and a migraine.

The news of Chibaya’s passing has left Chinhoyi Mayor Owen Charuza deeply shocked and saddened.

Mourners are currently gathering at her parents’ residence in Hunyani to pay their respects.

-Online

A man from Plumtree has appeared in court for a violent assault on his girlfriend after she informed him of her disinterest in their relationship.

Godknows Ndlovu (24) from Alpha suburb stood before Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware, facing charges of physical abuse as outlined in Section (3) (i) (a) in conjunction with Section 4 of the Domestic Violence Act Chapter 5:16.

He pleaded guilty to the charges and was fined US$300, with an alternative sentence of two months’ imprisonment. Furthermore, an additional three months of imprisonment were suspended for a five-year period, contingent upon his avoidance of any offenses involving physical abuse during that time.

Ndlovu explained, “She told me that she was pregnant, but when she came back she told me that she was no longer pregnant. So I was angry that she had aborted.”

According to the State’s case, presented by Voster Makuwerere, the incident occurred on August 26th at approximately 6 am. Ndlovu had a dispute with his girlfriend, Brenda Mdlongwa, after she revealed her intention to end their relationship.

In a fit of rage, Ndlovu confiscated her cellphone and left. Later that same day, around 11 am, he returned home and confronted Mdlongwa regarding their troubled relationship. He began to threaten her with an electric cable and, ultimately, followed through with his threats. He struck her once with an open hand on her face, causing Mdlongwa to flee the house.

Ndlovu pursued her, caught up with her, and forcibly brought her back inside the house.

On September 5th, at approximately 9 pm, Ndlovu and his girlfriend were drinking at Ndabayakhe Night Club when Mdlongwa engaged in a conversation with her friend, known only as Mayibongwe. This interaction displeased Ndlovu, resulting in an altercation between the two parties.

While on their way home, Ndlovu assaulted Mdlongwa multiple times on the face with open hands, causing her to sustain a painful eye injury.

The incident was reported to the police, leading to Ndlovu’s arrest. Mdlongwa received medical attention at the hospital.

-Online

PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZIMBABWE, HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. E.D. MNANGAGWA,

AT THE

78TH SESSION OF THE UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY:

21 SEPTEMBER 2023

Your Excellency, Mr. Dennis Francis, President of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly;

Your Excellency, Mr. Antonio Guterres, SecretaryGeneral of the United Nations;

Your Majesties; Excellencies, Heads of State and Government;

Distinguished Delegates.

I wish to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your election as the President of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. We are confident that under your stewardship, we will make progress on the important global agenda before us. Please be assured of Zimbabwe’s support throughout your tenure.

I also pay special tribute to your predecessor, Mr. Csaba Kőrösi, for leading the 77th Session of the General Assembly.
We value the role he played to promote science in ouroverarching goal to improve the lives and livelihoods of all.

Mr. President;
It is imperative that we re-commit to the Charter of theUnited Nations, multilateralism, solidarity, justice and the peaceful settlement of disputes for sustainable development and a shared future. This calls on us all to respect the sovereign equality of nations, big or small, poor or rich.

By working together, we can harness our expertise andlearn from one another to strengthen international institutions for the accelerated attainment of Agenda 2030. The impact of conflicts, terrorism, climate changeinduced natural disasters, biodiversity loss, and the risingprevalence of disease and pandemics, especially in the developing world, deserve our urgent attention.

Regrettably, progress towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals has been uneven, while global solidarity has been tested and self-interest superseding cooperation. We have a duty to reignite our commitment to the principles of the 2030 Agenda andrekindle the spirit of multilateralism.

To accelerate action on the SDGs, we must scale up investments in people and communities by ensuring access to quality education, healthcare, clean water, and sanitation for all. The creation of economic opportunities, decent jobs and entrepreneurship, especially amongwomen and the youth, must remain a priority.

Excellencies;
Zimbabwe continues to entrench democracy, constitutionalism, good governance and the rule of law, following the recently held 2023 Harmonised General Elections.
I am pleased to highlight that our country enjoyed peace,before, during and after our free, fair, transparent and credible elections.

Zimbabwe has been under the illegal, unilateral economic sanctions for 23 years, imposed by some Western countries. These sanctions were designed to subjugate the sovereign will of the Zimbabwean people. We, therefore, demand that the unjustified unilateral sanctions be unconditionally lifted, including those imposed on countries like Cuba. We remain grateful for the supportand solidarity of progressive countries in the comity of nations.

In spite of these debilitating sanctions the people of Zimbabwe have become masters of their own destiny. This is anchored on a philosophy that as a people, we have the duty and responsibility of developing our country, using our own domestic resources.
Partners and investors are welcome, guided by our own vision and national priority areas.

We are recording unprecedented development and economic success milestones. For the last three years, our country has been the fastest growing economy in our Southern African region. Further, Zimbabwe is prioritizing the eradication of poverty and improving the quality of life of our people, particularly, those in rural areas. The empowerment and capacitation of communal and small-scale farmers has seen us realise food and nutrition security at both household and national level.

Tinashe Sambiri

CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has ruled the formation of a Government of National Unity(GNU).

The CCC leader said :
GNU, no. My senior Tsvangirai got burnt. “

According to President Chamisa, the nation needs a Transitional Authority.

“Never again shall we have ZEC running elections again,” said President Chamisa at a rally in Mash Central.

He added: “Apart from DISBANDING ZEC, we must disband FAZ,0the CIO terror group.”

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By A Correspondent

CCC MP for Harare Central Constituency, Hon Lovemore Jimu, is a man who means business.

The energetic MP has already begun work meant to transform the lives of residents in his constituency.

Hon Jimu is rehabililating broken down toilets and vegetable markets.

Kambuzuma 5 shopping centre, ward 14 toilets have been idle for years. The MP(Hon Jimu) and his team cleaned the whole surroundings, getting rid of litter and blockages.

He promised to unroll more projects in the constituency, ” a CCC official told ZimEye.com.

PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZIMBABWE, HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. E.D. MNANGAGWA,

AT THE

78TH SESSION OF THE UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY:

21 SEPTEMBER 2023

Your Excellency, Mr. Dennis Francis, President of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly;

Your Excellency, Mr. Antonio Guterres, SecretaryGeneral of the United Nations;

Your Majesties; Excellencies, Heads of State and Government;

Distinguished Delegates.

I wish to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your election as the President of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. We are confident that under your stewardship, we will make progress on the important global agenda before us. Please be assured of Zimbabwe’s support throughout your tenure.

I also pay special tribute to your predecessor, Mr. Csaba Kőrösi, for leading the 77th Session of the General Assembly.
We value the role he played to promote science in ouroverarching goal to improve the lives and livelihoods of all.

Mr. President;
It is imperative that we re-commit to the Charter of theUnited Nations, multilateralism, solidarity, justice and the peaceful settlement of disputes for sustainable development and a shared future. This calls on us all to respect the sovereign equality of nations, big or small, poor or rich.

By working together, we can harness our expertise andlearn from one another to strengthen international institutions for the accelerated attainment of Agenda 2030. The impact of conflicts, terrorism, climate changeinduced natural disasters, biodiversity loss, and the risingprevalence of disease and pandemics, especially in the developing world, deserve our urgent attention.

Regrettably, progress towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals has been uneven, while global solidarity has been tested and self-interest superseding cooperation. We have a duty to reignite our commitment to the principles of the 2030 Agenda andrekindle the spirit of multilateralism.

To accelerate action on the SDGs, we must scale up investments in people and communities by ensuring access to quality education, healthcare, clean water, and sanitation for all. The creation of economic opportunities, decent jobs and entrepreneurship, especially amongwomen and the youth, must remain a priority.

Excellencies;
Zimbabwe continues to entrench democracy, constitutionalism, good governance and the rule of law, following the recently held 2023 Harmonised General Elections.
I am pleased to highlight that our country enjoyed peace,before, during and after our free, fair, transparent and credible elections.

Zimbabwe has been under the illegal, unilateral economic sanctions for 23 years, imposed by some Western countries. These sanctions were designed to subjugate the sovereign will of the Zimbabwean people. We, therefore, demand that the unjustified unilateral sanctions be unconditionally lifted, including those imposed on countries like Cuba. We remain grateful for the supportand solidarity of progressive countries in the comity of nations.

In spite of these debilitating sanctions the people of Zimbabwe have become masters of their own destiny. This is anchored on a philosophy that as a people, we have the duty and responsibility of developing our country, using our own domestic resources.
Partners and investors are welcome, guided by our own vision and national priority areas.

We are recording unprecedented development and economic success milestones. For the last three years, our country has been the fastest growing economy in our Southern African region. Further, Zimbabwe is prioritizing the eradication of poverty and improving the quality of life of our people, particularly, those in rural areas. The empowerment and capacitation of communal and small-scale farmers has seen us realise food and nutrition security at both household and national level.

By A Correspondent

CCC MP for Harare Central Constituency, Hon Lovemore Jimu, is a man who means business.

The energetic MP has already begun work meant to transform the lives of residents in his constituency.

Hon Jimu is rehabililating broken down toilets and vegetable markets.

Kambuzuma 5 shopping centre, ward 14 toilets have been idle for years. The MP(Hon Jimu) and his team cleaned the whole surroundings, getting rid of litter and blockages.

He promised to unroll more projects in the constituency, ” a CCC official told ZimEye.com.

Tinashe Sambiri

Is Zimbabwe a patriarchal nation that does not embrace the elevation of women?

In Masvingo CCC ward 2 councillor Shantel Chiwara became the ancient city’s first female mayor.

Shantel(25) is ready for the mammoth task.

Below is CCC’s statement on Shantel’s elevation…

INTRODUCING NEW MASVINGO MAYOR: Born in 1998, Mayoress Shantel Chiwara holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) in Banking from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST).

Currently, she is pursuing a Master’s degree in Strategic Management at the Great Zimbabwe University (GZU).

Chiwara has previously worked as a customer service teller at Steward Bank. Prior to that, she served as a bank teller at POSB.

INTRODUCING NEW MASVINGO MAYOR: Born in 1998, Mayoress Shantel Chiwara holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) in Banking from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST).

Currently, she is pursuing a Master’s degree in Strategic Management at the Great Zimbabwe University (GZU).

Chiwara has previously worked as a customer service teller at Steward Bank. Prior to that, she served as a bank teller at POSB.

Tinashe Sambiri

CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has ruled the formation of a Government of National Unity(GNU).

The CCC leader said :
GNU, no. My senior Tsvangirai got burnt. “

According to President Chamisa, the nation needs a Transitional Authority.

“Never again shall we have ZEC running elections again,” said President Chamisa at a rally in Mash Central.

He added: “Apart from DISBANDING ZEC, we must disband FAZ,0the CIO terror group.”

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Tinashe Sambiri

CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has ruled the formation of a Government of National Unity(GNU).

The CCC leader said :
GNU, no. My senior Tsvangirai got burnt. “

According to President Chamisa, the nation needs a Transitional Authority.

“Never again shall we have ZEC running elections again,” said President Chamisa at a rally in Mash Central.

He added: “Apart from DISBANDING ZEC, we must disband FAZ,0the CIO terror group.”

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By A Correspondent

CCC MP for Harare Central Constituency, Hon Lovemore Jimu, is a man who means business.

The energetic MP has already begun work meant to transform the lives of residents in his constituency.

Hon Jimu is rehabililating broken down toilets and vegetable markets.

Kambuzuma 5 shopping centre, ward 14 toilets have been idle for years. The MP(Hon Jimu) and his team cleaned the whole surroundings, getting rid of litter and blockages.

He promised to unroll more projects in the constituency, ” a CCC official told ZimEye.com.

Hon Lovemore Jimu Of CCC Embarks On Massive Rehabilitation Projects

By A Correspondent

CCC MP for Harare Central Constituency, Hon Lovemore Jimu, is a man who means business.

The energetic MP has already begun work meant to transform the lives of residents in his constituency.

Hon Jimu is rehabililating broken down toilets and vegetable markets.

Kambuzuma 5 shopping centre, ward 14 toilets have been idle for >>. The MP(Hon Jimu) and his team cleaned the whole surroundings, getting rid of litter and blockages.

He promised to unroll more projects in the constituency, ” a CCC official told ZimEye.com.

30k litres of termite poison spilled in Murare river killing aquatic life and other livestock in the process
Listen to Environmental Management Agency (EMA) Hazardous Substance Expert Irvine Nyaguwa explaining how EMA responded to this provincial disaster. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/status/1704449794888864242?s=20

SOUTH African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has amplified calls for the lifting of illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the United States and its allies.

The South African President addressed the United Nations (UN) General Assembly this Tuesday, with his speech focusing on world peace efforts and the role of the international community.

He drew the world’s attention to the shackles of illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the United States and its Western Allies.

“The sanctions that are also being applied against South Africa’s neighbour, Zimbabwe, should also be lifted, as they are imposing untold suffering on ordinary Zimbabweans, but also have a collateral negative impact on neighbouring countries, such as my own country, South Africa,” he said.

President Ramaphosa also highlighted the social and economic effects of the 60-year embargo on Cuba by the United States of America that has caused untold damage to the country’s economy and the people of Cuba.

The call for the removal of the illegal embargo by President Ramaphosa comes ahead of the October 25 SADC solidarity day against illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe.

More African leaders are expected to call for the lifting of the sanctions during the United Nations General Assembly which is running under the theme: “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all.”
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SOUTH African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has amplified calls for the lifting of illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the United States and its allies.

The South African President addressed the United Nations (UN) General Assembly this Tuesday, with his speech focusing on world peace efforts and the role of the international community.

He drew the world’s attention to the shackles of illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the United States and its Western Allies.

“The sanctions that are also being applied against South Africa’s neighbour, Zimbabwe, should also be lifted, as they are imposing untold suffering on ordinary Zimbabweans, but also have a collateral negative impact on neighbouring countries, such as my own country, South Africa,” he said.

President Ramaphosa also highlighted the social and economic effects of the 60-year embargo on Cuba by the United States of America that has caused untold damage to the country’s economy and the people of Cuba.

The call for the removal of the illegal embargo by President Ramaphosa comes ahead of the October 25 SADC solidarity day against illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe.

More African leaders are expected to call for the lifting of the sanctions during the United Nations General Assembly which is running under the theme: “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all.”
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President Emmerson Mnangagwa has met with Angolan President and the current SADC chairperson, His Excellency Joao Lourenco.

The meeting took place on the sidelines of the ongoing 78th United Nations General Assembly in New York, USA.- ZBC News

Violence against women in politics marks ‘moral and ethical failure’- Petronellah Kwanisai

By A Correspondent

Despite a women’s quota system, men continue to dominate Zimbabwean politics.

Many women who fight for political participation suffer harassment and even violence, with no apparent consequences for abusers.

This constitutional requirement had been set to expire this year but was brought back through an amendment. Other sections of the constitution require political parties to put in place mechanisms for women to run for constituency-based seats.

Nevertheless, we have noted that there has been a lack of political will to bring more women into governance.

Zimbabwean women who want to participate in political decision-making face more than just ill will from their peers and political parties.

Despite dominating the voter population, women have been reduced to mostly cheerleaders in Zimbabwe’s political landscape. The large increase in candidate nomination fees impacted all but the wealthy from being able to run for National Assembly seats.

Women who run for office in Zimbabwe face a variety of persistent challenges. The most significant of these are discrimination and all forms of harassment. Women involved with politics faced threats from political opponents, members of their own parties, religious leaders and members of their community at large.

We are rising, but we are not there yet. So I encourage more and more young women to go for elective positions because we can, yes, we can, ” Petronellah Kwanisai, programs director with Girl Child Empowerment of Zimbabwe said.

The Zimbabwean constitution and other legal frameworks contain commitments to
ensure gender equality and provides for temporary measures to promote
participation of women.

According to Tatenda Maposa, a human rights defender, “These measures are not fully enabled in
subordinate legislation, and no sanctions are in place for non-compliance. As a
result, participation of women was lower than in previous elections, as political
parties generally failed to ensure gender balance among their nominated
candidates for directly elected seats, relying solely on seats reserved exclusively for women to give any inclusion for women. “

Gweru City Council has taken decisive action by closing down the iconic HAJEE Ismail Bahadur Centre, a prominent shopping complex in Gweru, Zimbabwe, renowned as Bahadur Centre. This closure comes as a result of the shopping center’s failure to settle operational fees amounting to millions of dollars.

Bahadur Centre is among the 187 businesses facing closure by the Gweru City Council due to outstanding water bills and other service charges. On Tuesday, the council initiated an operation to shut down businesses indebted to them, and a total of 40 shops within Bahadur Centre were affected by this drastic measure.

Bahadur Centre’s debt to the council has spiraled to an astonishing $60 million. Situated along Emmerson Mnangagwa Way (formerly known as First Street) in Gweru’s central business district, this bustling shopping complex is a hub for various businesses, including beauty salons, electrical shops, and clothing stores, making it one of the city’s busiest and most popular destinations.

The closure led to pandemonium within the center as council workers armed with chains and locks sealed off the shops. Some tenants were left stranded, while others attempted to continue their businesses outdoors.

In response to this sudden development, some tenants approached the real estate company responsible for managing the building, seeking guidance. According to one dealer, they were assured that the shops would be reopened soon, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the uncertainty.

A cellphone shop operator commented on the situation, expressing surprise at being labeled in arrears despite consistently paying their bills through the estate agent. The closure has undoubtedly resulted in significant losses for many shop owners.

Gweru City Council’s public relations officer, Ms. Vimbai Chingwaramusee, explained that numerous businesses had been compelled to shut down due to their failure to settle rates, water bills, and other charges. She emphasized the importance of regular bill payments to prevent such inconveniences and encouraged businesses to meet their financial obligations promptly.

This closure of Bahadur Centre serves as a stark reminder to businesses of the consequences of unpaid fees, shedding light on the city’s ongoing efforts to enforce financial responsibility among its commercial establishments.

In a significant development, Zimbabwe’s Primary and Secondary Education Minister, Torerayi Moyo, announced yesterday that the future of Continuous Assessment Learning Activities (CALA) will be unveiled by the end of this month. This revelation comes following recent public hearings seeking input on the CALA system, which represents a shift away from traditional knowledge-based final examinations towards competency-based evaluation.

CALA requires students in Grade Seven, O-Level, and A-Level to engage in school projects and tasks, constituting 30 percent of their final examination coursework under the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) for each subject.

In May, the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education initiated consultations with stakeholders to gather feedback on CALA. These hearings, which took place on May 23 and 24, utilized every school as a consultation center.

The public consultations yielded a spectrum of opinions, with some parents and guardians advocating for CALA’s continuation, while others voiced concerns about affordability, especially for learners from low-income families.

Addressing an audience of pupils, teachers, and stakeholders at the 3rd National Annual Science, Sport, and Arts Festival (NASSAF) at Chaplin High School in Gweru, Minister Moyo stressed the importance of public input on the CALA issue. He thanked parents, pupils, stakeholders, and educational partners who participated in the consultative meetings to shape the curriculum in alignment with national development needs.

Minister Moyo revealed that a team of consultants has been engaged to analyze and synthesize the collected data, ultimately influencing the decision on the curriculum for the next seven years. He emphasized that the fate of CALA hinges on the evidence gathered from this process, with the official report set for public release at the end of the month.

Regarding NASSAF, Minister Moyo explained that the event aligns with a 21st-century education approach, emphasizing creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and emotional intelligence. NASSAF serves as a platform for learners to showcase their skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes across various disciplines, from technical graphics to contemporary dance and ICT.

Minister Moyo commended the innovations displayed by learners, highlighting the importance of a whole-of-government approach in nurturing talents and promoting economic development, particularly in the arts and sciences. The event not only highlights academic achievements but also fosters qualities like discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship through sports participation.

In conclusion, Minister Moyo emphasized the nation’s commitment to producing enterprising youth capable of translating their learning into innovative products and services, creating income opportunities, and contributing to employment generation.

The awaited report on CALA, set to be revealed by month-end, will undoubtedly have far-reaching implications for Zimbabwe’s education system.

– Domestic Worker and Husband Accused of Conspiring to Murder 11-Month-Old Child in Plumtree

In a deeply unsettling case that has sent shockwaves through the community, a 24-year-old domestic worker, Leaflet Ndlovu, hailing from Mbamba Village under Chief Gampu in Tsholotsho, Matabeleland North province, stands accused of collaborating with her new husband, Trust Mitsi, to allegedly murder her 11-month-old child from a previous relationship. The incident has left the town of Kandana Village in Plumtree in disbelief.

Reports suggest that Leaflet Ndlovu and Trust Mitsi were driven by their desire to solidify their union as husband and wife, leading them to conspire to end the life of Ndlovu’s infant daughter from a prior relationship.

The shocking events unfolded on the night of September 8th, around 10 p.m., when Leaflet is believed to have conspired with her boyfriend, Mitsi, who is currently evading authorities, to strangle her 11-month-old child. Disturbingly, the child survived this sinister plot.

To cover up their failed attempt, the following day, Leaflet reached out to Givemore Ndlovu, her employer’s younger brother, and informed him that the child was unwell. Concerned, Givemore arrived to check on the baby and discovered her in agonizing pain, with a swollen left leg.

In a bid to seek help, Givemore took Leaflet and the baby to Bakisani Gambule’s residence, seeking assistance from Hleziphi Ncube, a community health worker. Suspecting foul play and discounting dehydration as the issue, Ncube advised them to take the child to the hospital. Tragically, on their way back, the child succumbed to her injuries.

Givemore reported the matter to the police, who promptly launched an investigation. A post-mortem conducted at Plumtree District Hospital mortuary revealed that the child’s death was a result of impaired breathing and strangulation, implicating the grim intentions of those involved.

Following the post-mortem results, Leaflet Ndlovu was arrested and brought before Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware, where she faced a murder charge. She was remanded in custody until October 2nd, with the magistrate advising her to apply for bail at the High Court.

Arnold Mudekunye represented the State in the proceedings, as the community grapples with the harrowing details of this shocking case. The whereabouts of Trust Mitsi, the alleged co-conspirator, remain unknown, and authorities are intensifying efforts to locate and apprehend him as the investigation continues.- state media

at Mutare Polytechnic Arrested for Alleged Drug Supply Operation.

In a significant development this week, a lecturer employed at Mutare Polytechnic was apprehended in Dangamvura, Mutare, in connection with an alleged drug supply operation. The arrest not only led to the detention of the accused but also the seizure of over 200 bottles of Broncleer syrup with an estimated value of US$1,442.

Manicaland provincial police spokesperson, Inspector Nobert Muzondo, confirmed the arrest of Nancy Tanyaradzwa Nyanzunda, aged 51, hailing from Gimboki 2, and her alleged accomplice, Prosper Munamwe, residing in the same neighborhood.

According to authorities, the duo stands accused of violating Section 29 of the Medicines and Allied Substances Act, Chapter 15:03.

The sequence of events began on September 18 when the Dangamvura Police Station’s intelligence detectives received a tip-off regarding Munamwe’s alleged sale of illegal syrup from his residence. Simultaneously, reports surfaced indicating that Nyanzunda was the supplier of the contraband Broncleer syrup.

In response to this information, law enforcement officials swiftly conducted a raid at Munamwe’s residence, recovering a quantity of the illicit substances. Subsequently, another search warrant was executed at Nyanzunda’s residence, where additional boxes of Broncleer syrup were uncovered.

Inspector Muzondo provided further details, stating, “On September 18, Nyanzunda and Munamwe were arrested at their respective places of residence for allegedly selling unregistered medicines. The two had over 200 x 100ml bottles of Broncleer syrup.”

Intriguingly, prior to the police searches, Munamwe voluntarily disclosed the presence of 56 x 100ml bottles of Broncleer in his wardrobe. Meanwhile, at Nyanzunda’s residence, a meticulous search yielded three boxes concealed behind her cottage, containing a total of 150 x 100ml bottles of Broncleer.

During subsequent interrogations, Nyanzunda purportedly revealed that she had received the drugs as a parcel from South Africa and had enlisted Munamwe to handle their sale on her behalf.

Both accused individuals were promptly escorted to ZRP Dangamvura Police Station, where a case pertaining to the sale or possession of unregistered medicines was officially lodged.

This arrest and the subsequent recovery of a substantial quantity of Broncleer syrup underscore the concerted efforts of law enforcement agencies in combating the illegal drug trade. As the investigation unfolds, the legal implications and consequences for the accused remain uncertain, and further developments in this case are eagerly anticipated.