Malaba Says Criticising Court Verdicts Is Breaking The Law, Ahead of 2023 Elections

Chief Justice’s Statement on Judicial Criticism Raises Concerns Over Democracy and Rule of Law

By Farai D Hove | In the ongoing symposium being held in Gweru, Chief Justice Luke Malaba made a statement asserting that people who criticize judicial decisions are undermining democracy and violating the rule of law. While he emphasized the independence of judges and their commitment to the rule of law, it is essential to critically examine his claims and their implications.

Luke Malaba with Emmerson Mnangagwa- file pic

The Chief Justice’s assertion that judicial decisions are not influenced by political interests is questionable. The judiciary’s independence is vital, but it is not immune to external pressures, especially in politically charged cases. The perception of impartiality is crucial for maintaining public trust in the judiciary, and any hint of undue influence can erode this trust.

Moreover, Chief Justice Malaba’s claim that judicial decisions are mere “case law” and not “conclusive, national statute” oversimplifies the significance of these decisions. While judges indeed interpret the law through their rulings, their decisions set important precedents that can significantly impact future cases and shape legal interpretations in the country. Therefore, it is crucial for the judiciary to make well-reasoned and unbiased judgments.

The Chief Justice’s dismissal of criticism against judges’ decisions as “ridiculous” is concerning, as it discourages open debate and the examination of judicial decisions. In a democratic society, citizens should have the right to question and scrutinize the decisions made by any arm of government, including the judiciary. Such critical analysis helps ensure transparency and accountability in the administration of justice.

Additionally, the reported relationship between Chief Justice Malaba and President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s sister, where he is currently staying at her lodge, raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest and further undermines public confidence in the judiciary’s independence. Even if this relationship has no direct influence on judicial decisions, the appearance of impropriety can be damaging.

The Chief Justice’s call for judges to deliver judgments within six months, though aiming for efficiency, must be balanced with the need for thorough and thoughtful deliberation. Rushed decisions can lead to potential errors and undermine the pursuit of justice.

Furthermore, the implementation of the Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS) is a step towards improving efficiency in the judiciary. However, it is essential to ensure that the system does not compromise the confidentiality of sensitive case information or favor any particular group within the legal system.

In conclusion, Chief Justice Luke Malaba’s statement regarding criticism of judicial decisions raises significant concerns about democracy, transparency, and the rule of law in Zimbabwe. It is imperative for citizens, legal professionals, and civil society to closely monitor the actions of the judiciary and hold them accountable for their decisions. Only through an independent, transparent, and accountable judiciary can Zimbabwe uphold the principles of democracy and the rule of law.

Four Family Members Perish In Inferno

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has confirmed the death of four family members, Tonderai Muchimwe (43), Ashton Mundoko (12), Quinton Mundoko (7) and Tamari Mundoko (5) and the injury of a female juvenile, Takunda Mundoko (14), in a fire incident which occurred at Mafararikwa Village, Marange on 29th July 2023 at about 0400 hours.

At about midnight on 29th July 2023, Tonderai Muchimwe broke into the room in which his niece, Violet Muchimwe (35) and her four (4) children, Takunda, Ashton, Quinton and Tamari were sleeping in. Tonderai, who was armed with a knife, demanded to have sexual intercourse with his niece, leading to a scuffle.

Violet Muchimwe fled leaving her children behind. Tonderai sprinkled petrol in the house and set the house on fire. As a result, the four children were burnt beyond recognition, whilst Takunda sustained burns all over the body after escaping out of the room through a window.

In a related incident, Police are investigating circumstances surrounding the death of Emily Kamugiya (65), Letina Chimuka (70) and Maxwell Josi (12) after the thatched bedroom they were sleeping in was set on fire by an unknown suspect on 30th July 2023 at Chitimbe Village, Muzarabani.

The police has established that Letina Chimuka was staying with the other victims after being chased away by her son from St Alberts area on allegations of witchcraft in which she was said to be causing the illness of her grandchild.

Investigations conducted by the police so far have not linked the two fire incidents to political violence.

Meanwhile, the Zimbabwe Republic Police reiterates that investigations are still in progress in relation to Brighton Mazhindu’s report at ZRP St Mary’s, Harare and another report by Leonard Kasanhai of Musonza Village A, Chiweshe over malicious damage to property by suspects who are yet to be identified..

Police also confirmed six reports from Hanke area, Tongogara, Shurugwi where complainants, with some not inclined towards any political party, had their ten houses burnt on 29th July 2023 during the night.

The police has so far arrested Edson Madhuveko and Edwin Madhuveko in connection with this case.

The two suspects were seen running away from the burnt huts scene.

Police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi warned criminal elements who are taking advantage of the current election mood in the country to settle marital and family scores that the law will ruthlessly deal with them.

He also warned political parties to counsel supporters and resolve either inter-party or intra-party disputes without resorting to violence.

He appealed to politicians to tell their members the truth on incidences to avoid misleading the nation.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police once again reiterates that the law will take its course on anyone involved in cases of political violence despite one’s stature, identity or political affiliation,” he said.-ZBC News

Suppression of Democracy: Arbitrary Laws and the Ban on Political Rallies in Zimbabwe

*This article is written in reaction of the recent ban on July 7, 2023 by the police of the Citizens Coalition for Change rally in Bindura.*

By Kennedy Masiye | Zimbabwe, a country with a complex political history, has been grappling with the issue of banning political rallies through the implementation of arbitrary laws. While the government claims that these measures are necessary for maintaining public order and security, critics argue that such bans are a direct assault on democracy and citizens’ right to freedom of assembly and expression. This article aims to shed light on the use of arbitrary laws to suppress political rallies in Zimbabwe, examining the implications for democracy and the importance of safeguarding fundamental rights.

Background

Zimbabwe has experienced a turbulent political landscape characterized by authoritarian rule and a history of disputed elections. In recent years, the government has employed various means to curb political opposition, including restrictive legislation and the use of security forces to quell dissent. One such method is the imposition of arbitrary laws that effectively ban political rallies, denying citizens the right to peacefully assemble and express their political views.

The Arbitrary Nature of Laws

Under the guise of maintaining public order and security, the Zimbabwean government has enacted laws such as the Maintenance of Peace and Order Act (MOPA) that grant authorities broad discretionary powers to restrict political gatherings. These laws are often vague and open to interpretation, allowing the authorities to selectively enforce them against opposition parties or individuals critical of the government. By doing so, the government can effectively stifle political activism and silence dissenting voices.

Implications for Democracy

The banning of political rallies has severe implications for democracy in Zimbabwe. Political rallies serve as a crucial platform for citizens to engage with political leaders, express their concerns, and participate in the democratic process. They are essential for fostering an informed electorate, encouraging political participation, and promoting accountability among politicians. When these rallies are banned, citizens are deprived of their right to engage with their representatives, and the democratic fabric of the country is weakened.

Limiting Freedom of Assembly and Expression

The right to freedom of assembly and expression is a fundamental pillar of any democratic society. These rights are enshrined in international human rights instruments and are essential for the functioning of a vibrant and pluralistic democracy. However, by banning political rallies, the government of Zimbabwe is infringing upon these rights, effectively stifling dissent and limiting the free exchange of ideas. Such actions undermine the democratic ideals that Zimbabwe should strive to uphold.

The Way Forward

To ensure the preservation of democracy and the protection of citizens’ rights, it is crucial to address the arbitrary banning of political rallies in Zimbabwe. The government must review and amend existing laws that infringe upon the right to freedom of assembly and expression, ensuring they are in line with international human rights standards. Additionally, there should be an independent judiciary that can impartially adjudicate cases related to political gatherings, ensuring fair and transparent decision-making.

International pressure and engagement can also play a vital role in advocating for democratic reforms in Zimbabwe. Regional and international bodies, as well as civil society organizations, should monitor the situation closely and speak out against the suppression of political rallies. Diplomatic efforts and engagement with the Zimbabwean government can help foster dialogue and encourage the protection of democratic rights.

Conclusion

The ban on political rallies through the use of arbitrary laws in Zimbabwe poses a significant threat to democracy and citizens’ rights. By suppressing political activism and limiting freedom of assembly and expression, the government undermines the foundations of a democratic society. It is imperative for the government to repeal or amend these laws, ensuring that citizens can exercise their rights freely and participate in the democratic process without fear of reprisal. Additionally, international pressure and engagement are crucial in advocating for democratic reforms and holding the Zimbabwean government accountable for its actions.

Citizens must also play an active role in defending their democratic rights. Peaceful protests, advocacy campaigns, and civil society initiatives can raise awareness about the importance of political rallies and the need for their protection. By organizing and mobilizing, citizens can send a clear message that they will not accept the suppression of their democratic rights.

Furthermore, media organizations and journalists have a crucial role to play in exposing human rights violations and promoting transparency. They can shed light on the arbitrary laws used to ban political rallies, providing a platform for marginalized voices and holding the government accountable. Journalists should be protected and allowed to report freely without fear of reprisals.

In conclusion, the use of arbitrary laws to ban political rallies in Zimbabwe is a grave infringement on democratic principles and citizens’ fundamental rights. These laws not only suppress political opposition but also undermine the democratic fabric of the country. It is essential for the Zimbabwean government to uphold its obligations to protect freedom of assembly and expression. The international community, civil society, media organizations, and citizens must continue to pressure the government to repeal or amend these laws and restore democratic values in Zimbabwe. Only through the collective efforts of all stakeholders can Zimbabwe move toward a more inclusive, transparent, and democratic future.

*Article published by Kennedy Masiye- a human rights lawyer and multiple awarding attorney in Zimbabwe.

Man Sets House On Fire, Kills Four

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has confirmed the death of four family members, Tonderai Muchimwe (43), Ashton Mundoko (12), Quinton Mundoko (7) and Tamari Mundoko (5) and the injury of a female juvenile, Takunda Mundoko (14), in a fire incident which occurred at Mafararikwa Village, Marange on 29th July 2023 at about 0400 hours.

At about midnight on 29th July 2023, Tonderai Muchimwe broke into the room in which his niece, Violet Muchimwe (35) and her four (4) children, Takunda, Ashton, Quinton and Tamari were sleeping in. Tonderai, who was armed with a knife, demanded to have sexual intercourse with his niece, leading to a scuffle.

Violet Muchimwe fled leaving her children behind. Tonderai sprinkled petrol in the house and set the house on fire. As a result, the four children were burnt beyond recognition, whilst Takunda sustained burns all over the body after escaping out of the room through a window.

In a related incident, Police are investigating circumstances surrounding the death of Emily Kamugiya (65), Letina Chimuka (70) and Maxwell Josi (12) after the thatched bedroom they were sleeping in was set on fire by an unknown suspect on 30th July 2023 at Chitimbe Village, Muzarabani.

The police has established that Letina Chimuka was staying with the other victims after being chased away by her son from St Alberts area on allegations of witchcraft in which she was said to be causing the illness of her grandchild.

Investigations conducted by the police so far have not linked the two fire incidents to political violence.

Meanwhile, the Zimbabwe Republic Police reiterates that investigations are still in progress in relation to Brighton Mazhindu’s report at ZRP St Mary’s, Harare and another report by Leonard Kasanhai of Musonza Village A, Chiweshe over malicious damage to property by suspects who are yet to be identified..

Police also confirmed six reports from Hanke area, Tongogara, Shurugwi where complainants, with some not inclined towards any political party, had their ten houses burnt on 29th July 2023 during the night.

The police has so far arrested Edson Madhuveko and Edwin Madhuveko in connection with this case.

The two suspects were seen running away from the burnt huts scene.

Police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi warned criminal elements who are taking advantage of the current election mood in the country to settle marital and family scores that the law will ruthlessly deal with them.

He also warned political parties to counsel supporters and resolve either inter-party or intra-party disputes without resorting to violence.

He appealed to politicians to tell their members the truth on incidences to avoid misleading the nation.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police once again reiterates that the law will take its course on anyone involved in cases of political violence despite one’s stature, identity or political affiliation,” he said.-ZBC News

Mnangagwa Says Zanu PF Will Thrash Opposition

The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa mocked opposition supporters while addressing a star rally in Nkayi at the weekend.

See below Mat North Presidential Star Rally – Snippets of Mnangagwa’s address:

Ndaziva nhasi kuti kuno ku Mat North musangano weZANU PF wakadzikama midzi.

Therefore on 23 August, everyone must go and vote.
Gwendo guno, tivhavarakasha, tigovasvasvanga.

Mat North is a vital and important part of our story as it was one of the key routes for our liberation fighters.

Today as the free people of this country, united as one people, we shall build, modernise, develop and improve the lives of our people at household level.

Our development philosophy is to build our country brick upon brick, stone, by stone towards the Zimbabwe we all want.

I am aware that our development is strained by sanctions imposed on our country, however, we have said we shall build our country using our own resources and thus our economy has become the fastest-growing economy in SADC for the past three years.

My friend Putin sends his greetings, our dear friend and Revolutionary partner.
He says to us, that Western countries in particular America have imposed sanctions on Russia and Zimbabwe, and we the victims of these sanctions should work together to fight these sanctions.

Can I advise the people of Zimbabwe, we have political parties in this country, individuals and groups who are funded to derail our goals but we are marching on.

Let’s focus on production from the household level to the national level, we must preach it, those who are lazy must not eat, in the book of Genesis, it says, those who do not work and are lazy must die.

Wherever there is water, the Ministry of Agriculture, under The Second Republic introduces irrigation schemes, Bulawayo Kraal Irrigation Scheme in Binga is doing well.
We have 35 000 villages in Zimbabwe so The Second Republic will ensure that every village has a solar-powered borehole in three years.

We have a programme where each village shall be converted into a company so that each village has an income at that level.

God loves Mat North a lot, we have coal, lithium, gold and gas and the list is endless.
Kamativi Mine has lithium and they are working on their processing plant which will be commissioned next year.

We are doing a lot of projects which are underway and if you give us another five years we will be able to finish building everything as it cannot all be done overnight.

The Gwayi-Shangani lake is 76% complete and various projects will be done when it is finished.

Mat North will never be the same again.

We used to have electricity problems, and meat rotting in fridges, but now we have electricity and there are no more complaints.

We have 600 megawatts of electricity being generated from Hwange Units 7 & 8 which I will soon commission on the 9th of August. Surely you will agree with me that load shedding is now foreign to us.

We the Republic of Zimbabwe are a friend to all and enemy to none.

I wish to congratulate our Chiefs here in Mat North for maintaining peace, culture and good behaviour.

Currently, our young generation is being affected by the use of drugs, we are calling on you our chiefs to fight drug abuse, the church also, kana vana vakadhakwa nemutoriro vano sticker, how do we leave the future of our country kuvanhu vakasticker.

Let us all reject violence, tribalism and hate speech.

We must mobilise all our friends to vote for ZANU PF as it is the only party with people at heart, revolutionary history and development-oriented.

Kana uchiona mumoyo mako mune CCC muka ubike doro nekuti midzimu inenge yakurasha.-ZBC News

Known Zanu PF Thugs Attack CCC Councillor

Tinashe Sambiri

Known Zanu PF agents attacked CCC aspiring councillor for ward 18, Chivi Central on Monday.

Zanu PF agents stoned CCC official Wilson Runopanwa’s house and motor vehicle.

In a brief statement, CCC denounced Zanu PF hooliganism.

“Zanu PF thugs are beating and destroying CCC members homesteads as am writing this message.
Can someone talk to their aspiring MP to stop the violence against ordinary citizens?

Our candidate Wilson Runopanwa is being victimised. “

President Chamisa New Great Zimbabwe Vision Charms Thousands

President @nelsonchamisa continues his countrywide campaign, spreading a message of hope and a vision for a prosperous New Great Zimbabwe that will benefit everyone.

Today, he addressed tens of thousands people of Chinhoyi, inspiring them with his vision for a brighter future.-CCC

https://fb.watch/m8drJPrsDa/?mibextid=9R9pXO

What Is Sexual Exploitation?

Tackling all forms of sexual misconduct

Sexual misconduct – exploitation, sexual abuse, sexual harassment (SEAH), sexual violence – by our personnel violates the rights and well-being of the people we serve and the people with whom we serve. Such behaviours are directly in opposition to WHO’s values and our abiding responsibility to do no harm.

Sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) of the populations we serve, and sexual harassment (SH) of our own workforce require similar prevention and response approaches because they stem from the same power differentials, inequities, drivers, and risks. Using the umbrella term, sexual misconduct, clarifies that these acts pertain to the WHO workforce, are prohibited, and therefore lead to disciplinary action.

WHO has zero tolerance for any form of sexual misconduct, for inaction and for retaliation against those who raise complaints or bear witness. Our work prioritizes the rights and needs of victims and survivors.

In 2021, WHO launched an intense period of prevention and response actions following the harrowing accounts of victims and survivors of SEA during the 10th Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo encapsulated in the Management Response Plan that concluded in December 2023. To build on and institutionalize this progress, our future work is framed by the three-year strategy for preventing and responding to sexual misconduct.

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European Giants Establish Academy In Zim

Former European champions FC Porto have opened a football academy in Harare, Zimbabwe under their Dragon Force project.

The Portuguese club has partnered with GEA Sports Zimbabwe to set up the football school.

The launch comes after the successful hosting of FC Porto World Camp in the capital in March this year.

Porto said on their website: “After the opening in January of the football School in Fortaleza, Brazil, the implementation of the Dragon Force International Certification at FC Beira, in Mozambique, FC Porto opens now the Dragon Force Academy in Harare, Zimbabwe, making it the third project to be implemented internationally in 2023 by Dragon Force Academy.

“The Football Academy will be located in the Alex Sports Club Facilities, which have two 11-a-side soccer fields, a gym, support rooms and a restaurant.

“All the staff of GEA Sports Zimbabwe, FC Porto’s partner in the country, will be trained according to FC Porto’s working methodology, thus allowing the implementation of the Dragon Force International Certification. A multidisciplinary team (in the areas of management, technical expertise, psychology, education, and nutrition) will constantly monitor all the activities.”

Porto’s Dragon Force executive member Ricardo Frey Ramos said: “We are very pleased with this new partnership. GEA Sports welcomed us warmly and being willing to create all the conditions for the tremendous success of the FC Porto World Camp.

“The new expansion model now allows us to respond more confidently to market interests, sharing the good practices of Dragon Force football schools, capable of adapting to any reality.

“We have been working on processes and procedures for 15 years, thinking about the training of our players and coaches in detail, anticipating the day to day, with the ambition of showing that it is possible to make a difference and develop the capabilities of all those who believe in us.”

GEA Sports Zimbabwe Chairman, Mr Chimedza added: “This is the first step towards sustainable growth, but with the great objective of expanding horizons. We believe in the training methodology of Dragon Force, based on a Club with a lot of history, knowledge and victories, and which has a differentiating pedagogical component that will help develop many players, as well as the future citizens of Africa.”

Other top European teams that have established academies in Zimbabwe include Spanish La Liga side Real Betis and EPL club Everton.

Italian giants Juventus announced they are sending scouts this month after partnering with local side Yadah.- Soccer24 News

Trey Nyoni Set To Join Liverpool

Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of signing Zimbabwean youngster Trey Nyoni.

Nyoni was with the Leicester City Academy for a decade before his departure this week.

He turned out for the Foxes in the U18 Premier League last season and also played for the under-21 side against Porto in the Premier League International Cup in December, while he was still 15.

The 16-year-old midfielder confirmed his departure in an Instagram post which read: “Thank you, Leicester. I am grateful to all the players and staff at the club who have helped me develop over the past 10 years and I wish nothing but success to everyone at the club.”

Following his departure, the Reds are reportedly in the final stages of negotiations to bring the teenager to Merseyside.

The Secret Scout tweeted: “Been told Liverpool have won the race to sign England international 16-year-old Trey Nyoni from Leicester. Liverpool been working on the deal for months. Central Midfielder one of the best in his age groups”

Nyoni is expected to join Liverpool’s under-18 squad when his move has been completed.

Born in the UK to Zimbabwean parents, Trey has represented England at U15 but is still eligible to switch this allegiance to Zimbabwe.

He will link up with another player of Zimbabwean descent at Liverpool, Isaac Mabaya.-Soccer24 News

Mnangagwa Mocks Opposition Supporters

The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa mocked opposition supporters while addressing a star rally in Nkayi at the weekend.

See below Mat North Presidential Star Rally – Snippets of Mnangagwa’s address:

Ndaziva nhasi kuti kuno ku Mat North musangano weZANU PF wakadzikama midzi.

Therefore on 23 August, everyone must go and vote.
Gwendo guno, tivhavarakasha, tigovasvasvanga.

Mat North is a vital and important part of our story as it was one of the key routes for our liberation fighters.

Today as the free people of this country, united as one people, we shall build, modernise, develop and improve the lives of our people at household level.

Our development philosophy is to build our country brick upon brick, stone, by stone towards the Zimbabwe we all want.

I am aware that our development is strained by sanctions imposed on our country, however, we have said we shall build our country using our own resources and thus our economy has become the fastest-growing economy in SADC for the past three years.

My friend Putin sends his greetings, our dear friend and Revolutionary partner.
He says to us, that Western countries in particular America have imposed sanctions on Russia and Zimbabwe, and we the victims of these sanctions should work together to fight these sanctions.

Can I advise the people of Zimbabwe, we have political parties in this country, individuals and groups who are funded to derail our goals but we are marching on.

Let’s focus on production from the household level to the national level, we must preach it, those who are lazy must not eat, in the book of Genesis, it says, those who do not work and are lazy must die.

Wherever there is water, the Ministry of Agriculture, under The Second Republic introduces irrigation schemes, Bulawayo Kraal Irrigation Scheme in Binga is doing well.
We have 35 000 villages in Zimbabwe so The Second Republic will ensure that every village has a solar-powered borehole in three years.

We have a programme where each village shall be converted into a company so that each village has an income at that level.

God loves Mat North a lot, we have coal, lithium, gold and gas and the list is endless.
Kamativi Mine has lithium and they are working on their processing plant which will be commissioned next year.

We are doing a lot of projects which are underway and if you give us another five years we will be able to finish building everything as it cannot all be done overnight.

The Gwayi-Shangani lake is 76% complete and various projects will be done when it is finished.

Mat North will never be the same again.

We used to have electricity problems, and meat rotting in fridges, but now we have electricity and there are no more complaints.

We have 600 megawatts of electricity being generated from Hwange Units 7 & 8 which I will soon commission on the 9th of August. Surely you will agree with me that load shedding is now foreign to us.

We the Republic of Zimbabwe are a friend to all and enemy to none.

I wish to congratulate our Chiefs here in Mat North for maintaining peace, culture and good behaviour.

Currently, our young generation is being affected by the use of drugs, we are calling on you our chiefs to fight drug abuse, the church also, kana vana vakadhakwa nemutoriro vano sticker, how do we leave the future of our country kuvanhu vakasticker.

Let us all reject violence, tribalism and hate speech.

We must mobilise all our friends to vote for ZANU PF as it is the only party with people at heart, revolutionary history and development-oriented.

Kana uchiona mumoyo mako mune CCC muka ubike doro nekuti midzimu inenge yakurasha.-ZBC News

FC Wangu Mazodze Smooth Run Continues

A referee disallowed a clear goal scored by Chiredzi Stars in a match against FC Wangu Mazodze yesterday at Mucheke Stadium. The Masvingo club has been accused of paying off referees to win matches.

SA: ZANU PF Lecturer Kudzai Mutisi Fired Amidst Scandal for Se***lly Abusing and Financially Exploiting Students

By A Correspondent | In a disturbing revelation, Damelin College in Randburg, South Africa, has dismissed Zimbabwean lecturer, Kudzai Mutisi following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with some of his students. One of the learners, a 21-year-old woman whose identity is being protected, came forward with claims of emotional abuse and financial exploitation by the disgraced lecturer.

Kudzai Mutisi

The scandal came to light after documents were leaked to the institution, revealing that Mutisi was involved in an affair with the young student while on the college premises. When the student first spoke out about the abuse last year, Mutisi’s response was to dismiss her as a “psycho.” He even attempted to retaliate by making accusations against her, which was unsuccessful.

According to sources inside the college, the student was subjected to severe psychological torment, which pushed her to the brink of suicide. Fortunately, she was rescued by Good Samaritans. It wasn’t until this year that she was able to gather substantial evidence, including pictures and WhatsApp messages, to prove the illicit relationship with Mutisi.

Moreover, records obtained by ZimEye indicate that Mutisi received significant sums of money from the student, amounting to hundreds of thousands of Rands. The situation escalated in April 2023 when Mutisi started struggling to repay the borrowed funds, raising further concerns about financial manipulation.

The college management faced accusations of covering up for Mutisi, leading to demands for accountability from concerned parties. The institution eventually terminated Mutisi’s employment after additional evidence surfaced, suggesting that he had targeted other young students in a similar manner.

Efforts to contact Mutisi for comment have been fruitless, as he has failed to respond to multiple calls and emails for over two weeks.

In response to the scandal, the South African Community Movement and Randburg Parliament sent a letter dated 22nd May 2023, urging Damelin College to take appropriate action. The letter demanded the following:

1. Verification of Mutisi’s qualifications as an educator.
2. Immediate removal of the lecturer from his position.
3. Provision of extra classes and a facilitator tutor for the affected student to catch up on missed modules.
4. The opportunity for the student to write required tests and qualify for exams scheduled for 22 June 2023.
5. An explanation and information on the college’s policy regarding student-teacher relationships.
6. Identification of the education council under which Mutisi is registered.
7. An explanation as to why the college management seems to be taking sides in the matter.

The revelations have sparked outrage among students, parents, and the community, who are now demanding thorough investigations and measures to ensure the safety and well-being of students at Damelin College. The college authorities have yet to respond publicly to the demands and are expected to face significant scrutiny in the days to come.

Mwonzora Loses 87 Seats Before Election Day

By-The MDC, led by Douglas Mwonzora, lost 87 parliamentary seats weeks before the election day.

This comes after Monday’s electoral court dismissed the party’s appeal against disqualification by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) of the 87 aspiring MPs. 

In a statement, MDC said it is now only left with 24 candidates contesting in constituencies besides proportional representation. Reads the statement:

The Electoral Court Passes Judgment on MDC 87

Yesterday the electoral court dismissed the appeal by the MDC’s 87 parliamentary candidates against their disqualification by ZEC. As has become the norm with MDC cases, this case was dismissed on technicalities. The court completely avoided looking into the merits of this case.

It is a matter of record that on the night of the nomination court, the 87 candidates fulfilled all the constitutional requirements and were were successfully vetted as candidates. However, payment for their nomination fees could not be made as the election commission made it impossible for the MDC to pay citing bank challenges.

Although the commission had advised the MDC that it would accept payment by cash and via swipe, they did not avail the swiping machine to the MDC officials.

ZEC then refused the suggestion by the said officials that they make bulk payment for their candidates using bank transfer. On the 22nd of June 2023 , ZEC issued a statement extending the deadline of payment to 1730 on that day. However for reasons best known to them, ZEC still refused to accept payments from the MDC. There is no doubt that this was an act of vindictiveness, partiality and partisanship on the pan of the election management body. It constitutes gross violations of political rights as enshrined in section 67 of the Constitution.

The Elections slated for the 23rd of August 2023 are now but a complete farce and are characterised by mass exclusion of other contestants. Further, they are being held under a delimitation report that is completely illegal and was condemned by parliament.

The MDC is now only left with 24 candidates contesting in constituencies besides proportional representation. Our participation in this election is clearly under serious protest. The ZEC and government have constricted democratic space in Zimbabwe.

Despite all these deliberate setbacks, the MDC will continue with its struggle for true democracy and inclusivity. We therefore call upon our members and supporters to remain calm, peaceful, and resolute in the face of this setback. Our commitment to a free, fair, and inclusive Zimbabwe endures, and we will persist in advocating for the democratic values that form the bedrock of our nation.

Mnangagwa “Closes” Harare

By-President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared a State of Disaster for Harare Metropolitan Province due to the deplorable state of cleanliness in the province.

The Environmental Management Agency (EMA) has been tasked with coordinatingcoordinating the removal of waste dumps that have been accumulating in business and residential areas in the province.

The notice for the declaration of a state of disaster in Harare Metropolitan Province has been published in the Government Gazette and reads in part:

Civil Protection (Declaration of State of Disaster: Emergency Solid Waste Management Harare Metropolitan Province) Notice, 2023

Declaration of State of disaster

2. As a result of the failure to properly manage waste within the Harare Metropolitan Province, a state of disaster exists in that province with effect from the promulgation of this declaration.

Conferment of powers and duties by Minister on Minister of Environment and Agency

3. It is hereby notified, in terms of section 38 of the Act that the Minister has-

(a) for the purpose of this declaration, conferred his powers in terms of the Act upon the Minister responsible for Environment, including any power or duty conferred or imposed by or in terms of this Act upon the area civil protection officer for the civil protection area concerned;

(b) for the purpose of paragraph (a), authorised the Minister responsible for Environment to confer upon the Agency, and every employee of the Agency designated by it for that purpose, any power or duty conferred or imposed upon an area civil protection officer or other person by or in terms of this Act.

Remedial work to be done

4. For public information it is projected that, to ensure emergency solid waste management is undertaken efficiently during the period that this declaration is in force, the Agency shall-

(a) coordinatecoordinate the use of materials and services made available by local authorities within the Harare Metropolitan Province during the state of disaster;

(b) endeavour to remove illegal solid waste dump, by means of a range of activities including mapping, quantification and clearing of illegal waste dumps and direct local authorities within the Harare Metropolitan Province to establish appropriately designed and designated waste transfer stations;

(c) direct local authorities within the Harare Metropolitan Province, under its supervision, to undertake periodic refuse collection, consisting of street by street waste collection including sanitary lanes;

(d) direct local authorities within the Harare Metropolitan Province, under its supervision, to install bins in streets and public places;

(e) undertake, together with local authorities within the Harare Metropolitan Province, awareness campaigns through roadshows, radio and television programs and sector specific cluster meetings;

Cost recovery

5. In addition to such reimbursement as the Agency may be entitled to under section 25 of the Act from the National Civil Protection Fund, the Agency shall, to the extent that local authorities within the Harare Metropolitan Province do not make good the expenses of the Agency directly incurred as a result of carrying out the remedial work described in section 4, be entitled in terms of section 40 of the Act to recover, in the name of the Minister responsible for the Environment, the whole or any part of such expenses from the local authority concerned by action in any court of competent jurisdiction.

Enforcement of Agency’s directions

6. To avoid doubt, any direction of the the Agency made to another person for the purposes of this declaration is an order for the purpose of section 43 of the Act.

Strive Masiwa’s Net-Worth Rises By US$600 Million

By-Zimbabwe’s richest businessman Strive Masiyiwa’s net worth has grown by $600 million since the beginning of 2023 at a time when some African billionaires have experienced significant declines in their fortunes this year.
According to Forbes, Masiyiwa’s net worth has surged by $600 million, largely due to the impressive performance of his diversified investment portfolio spanning various industries, such as telecommunications and technology. At the start of the year, his fortune was valued at $1.2 billion, but due to the strong performance of his broad assets, managed through his technology group, Econet Global, his net worth has now soared to $1.8 billion.
This recent increase has solidified Masiyiwa’s position as one of Africa’s richest businessmen and one of the world’s Black Billionaires, alongside prominent figures such as Jay-Z, Oprah Winfrey, Robert F. Smith, Patrice Motsepe, and Abdul Samad Rabiu.
The surge in Masiyiwa’s net worth can be attributed in large part to the outstanding growth of his publicly traded businesses on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange, particularly Econet Zimbabwe and EcoCash Holdings. He holds a majority 52.85 percent stake in Econet Zimbabwe, the country’s largest telecom services provider, and another 30 percent stake in EcoCash Holdings, a diversified intelligent technology company focused on digital and financial solutions.

Soldiers Recalled To Barracks As Another Coup Looms

By- President Emmerson Mnangagwa has recalled all soldiers on leave back to the barracks after reports of some defacing his campaign posters in some parts of Harare.

An online news portal, NewsHawks, reports that Mnangagwa has extended the leave termination to soldiers at Cleveland Shooting Range in Arcturus, Harare. The decision was taken after reports that some soldiers were rampaging at night, defacing Mnangagwa’s campaign posters in Mabvuku, Harare, resulting in Zanu PF officials complaining. A source told The NewsHawks: “The regiments stationed at Cleveland Shooting Range in Harare are being dismantled today, 28 July as soon as the Air Force competition ends. “Soldiers based at the range, especially from 2 Brigade in Harare, Artillery in Shamva and 3 Brigade in Mutare were alleged to have had sprees of tearing Zanu PF President ED’s posters in Mabvuku. The Zanu PF Mabvuku leadership raised a complaint that the soldiers were a menace, especially at night. The order to totally demobilise the range is immediate. All soldiers are going back to their barracks where they were also forced to register at their polling stations.” A CIO-run structure, Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ, has taken over the running of the upcoming elections, with the army playing a peripheral role. FAZ is led by CIO co-deputy director-general, retired Brigadier-General Walter Tapfumaneyi. This has created tensions within the security forces.
-NewsHawks

Soldiers Deface Mnangagwa Posters Ahead Of Elections

By- Soldiers in Harare’s Mabvuku residential area are defacing Zanu PF President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s election campaign posters.

According to the NewsHawks, Mnangagwa has reacted by calling back all soldiers on leave to barracks as he seeks to contain the looming coup.

This has been extended to those at Cleveland Shooting Range in Arcturus, Harare. The decision was taken after reports that some soldiers were rampaging at night, defacing Mnangagwa’s campaign posters in Mabvuku, Harare, resulting in Zanu PF officials complaining. A source told The NewsHawks: “The regiments stationed at Cleveland Shooting Range in Harare are being dismantled today, 28 July as soon as the Air Force competition ends. “Soldiers based at the range, especially from 2 Brigade in Harare, Artillery in Shamva and 3 Brigade in Mutare were alleged to have had sprees of tearing Zanu PF President ED’s posters in Mabvuku. The Zanu PF Mabvuku leadership raised a complaint that the soldiers were a menace, especially at night. The order to totally demobilise the range is immediate. All soldiers are going back to their barracks where they were also forced to register at their polling stations.” A CIO-run structure, Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ, has taken over the running of the upcoming elections, with the army playing a peripheral role. FAZ is led by CIO co-deputy director-general, retired Brigadier-General Walter Tapfumaneyi. This has created tensions within the security forces.
-NewsHawks

FC Porto Establish Academy In Zim

Former European champions FC Porto have opened a football academy in Harare, Zimbabwe under their Dragon Force project.

The Portuguese club has partnered with GEA Sports Zimbabwe to set up the football school.

The launch comes after the successful hosting of FC Porto World Camp in the capital in March this year.

Porto said on their website: “After the opening in January of the football School in Fortaleza, Brazil, the implementation of the Dragon Force International Certification at FC Beira, in Mozambique, FC Porto opens now the Dragon Force Academy in Harare, Zimbabwe, making it the third project to be implemented internationally in 2023 by Dragon Force Academy.

“The Football Academy will be located in the Alex Sports Club Facilities, which have two 11-a-side soccer fields, a gym, support rooms and a restaurant.

“All the staff of GEA Sports Zimbabwe, FC Porto’s partner in the country, will be trained according to FC Porto’s working methodology, thus allowing the implementation of the Dragon Force International Certification. A multidisciplinary team (in the areas of management, technical expertise, psychology, education, and nutrition) will constantly monitor all the activities.”

Porto’s Dragon Force executive member Ricardo Frey Ramos said: “We are very pleased with this new partnership. GEA Sports welcomed us warmly and being willing to create all the conditions for the tremendous success of the FC Porto World Camp.

“The new expansion model now allows us to respond more confidently to market interests, sharing the good practices of Dragon Force football schools, capable of adapting to any reality.

“We have been working on processes and procedures for 15 years, thinking about the training of our players and coaches in detail, anticipating the day to day, with the ambition of showing that it is possible to make a difference and develop the capabilities of all those who believe in us.”

GEA Sports Zimbabwe Chairman, Mr Chimedza added: “This is the first step towards sustainable growth, but with the great objective of expanding horizons. We believe in the training methodology of Dragon Force, based on a Club with a lot of history, knowledge and victories, and which has a differentiating pedagogical component that will help develop many players, as well as the future citizens of Africa.”

Other top European teams that have established academies in Zimbabwe include Spanish La Liga side Real Betis and EPL club Everton.

Italian giants Juventus announced they are sending scouts this month after partnering with local side Yadah.- Soccer24 News

Liverpool To Sign Zimbabwean Youngster

Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of signing Zimbabwean youngster Trey Nyoni.

Nyoni was with the Leicester City Academy for a decade before his departure this week.

He turned out for the Foxes in the U18 Premier League last season and also played for the under-21 side against Porto in the Premier League International Cup in December, while he was still 15.

The 16-year-old midfielder confirmed his departure in an Instagram post which read: “Thank you, Leicester. I am grateful to all the players and staff at the club who have helped me develop over the past 10 years and I wish nothing but success to everyone at the club.”

Following his departure, the Reds are reportedly in the final stages of negotiations to bring the teenager to Merseyside.

The Secret Scout tweeted: “Been told Liverpool have won the race to sign England international 16-year-old Trey Nyoni from Leicester. Liverpool been working on the deal for months. Central Midfielder one of the best in his age groups”

Nyoni is expected to join Liverpool’s under-18 squad when his move has been completed.

Born in the UK to Zimbabwean parents, Trey has represented England at U15 but is still eligible to switch this allegiance to Zimbabwe.

He will link up with another player of Zimbabwean descent at Liverpool, Isaac Mabaya.-Soccer24 News

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Tackling all forms of sexual misconduct

Sexual misconduct – exploitation, sexual abuse, sexual harassment (SEAH), sexual violence – by our personnel violates the rights and well-being of the people we serve and the people with whom we serve. Such behaviours are directly in opposition to WHO’s values and our abiding responsibility to do no harm.

Sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) of the populations we serve, and sexual harassment (SH) of our own workforce require similar prevention and response approaches because they stem from the same power differentials, inequities, drivers, and risks. Using the umbrella term, sexual misconduct, clarifies that these acts pertain to the WHO workforce, are prohibited, and therefore lead to disciplinary action.

WHO has zero tolerance for any form of sexual misconduct, for inaction and for retaliation against those who raise complaints or bear witness. Our work prioritizes the rights and needs of victims and survivors.

In 2021, WHO launched an intense period of prevention and response actions following the harrowing accounts of victims and survivors of SEA during the 10th Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo encapsulated in the Management Response Plan that concluded in December 2023. To build on and institutionalize this progress, our future work is framed by the three-year strategy for preventing and responding to sexual misconduct.

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Zanu PF Goons Walk Scot Free After Destroying CCC Councillor’s House

Tinashe Sambiri

Known Zanu PF agents attacked CCC aspiring councillor for ward 18, Chivi Central on Monday.

Zanu PF agents stoned CCC official Wilson Runopanwa’s house and motor vehicle.

In a brief statement, CCC denounced Zanu PF hooliganism.

“Zanu PF thugs are beating and destroying CCC members homesteads as am writing this message.
Can someone talk to their aspiring MP to stop the violence against ordinary citizens?

Our candidate Wilson Runopanwa is being victimised. “

Time To Resist Mnangagwa Tyranny

Tinashe Sambiri

CCC Youth Taskforce spokesperson, Stephen Sarkozy Chuma, has challenged young people to stand up against the injustice in Bulawayo.

The High Court of Zimbabwe last week disqualified 12 CCC MPs in Bulawayo from participating in the August 23 polls.

The dismissal was based on the assertion at the respective MPs’ papers were filed after 4pm.

Said Chuma in a statement :

“We only have our poverty to lose in this election.

I challenge young people out there to stand up against injustice in Bulawayo.

We cannot allow ZANU PF to shit on our right to vote!

Mnangagwa can’t deny the people of Byo right to choose their own representatives. No!”

Simple Mining Guidelines

practical lessons to mining

Like every business mining has its key factors that can make it do extremely well or fail .

Most miners think a good sample will make them succeed unfortunately a good sample is not sustainable unless you know the importance of the following factors in the mining sector. If you master them day by day you will blossom even in dark days and enjoy glory days to the fullest.

Enjoy the ride .
Three pillars of wholesome mining in order
1 strategic management
2 Debt
3 the boss ” gold panner ” tsheketsha korokoza

1 strategic management
The mine manager is key to function his impact is so crucial such his complete absence can be measured by a lot of red flags like low output ; loss of equipment; no records ; lack of proper compliance and production that cannot be measured let alone be sustainable. Before you appoint a manager know your weakness and hire someone who will compliment your weakness. Secondly create a management team that involves you and him stop cellphone management of any kind . Cellphones are good for reports and analysis only . To your team third person in form of someone who compliments his weak ; it can be a blaster or cyanide plant manager depending on which area your manager is good at .

First attribute of your manager should be administration before anything then followed by one of the two pillars of mining leaching and mining. The security guard is not part of management must not be at whatever costs .

Your relatives ( including your wife and kids ) should get a job somewhere else or be prepared to take instructions from a management team never to directly report to you no matter what. Don’t discuss mining issues with them listen to their opinions silently unless if they qualify then appoint them . Paid management team and all your employees well and fire them for underperformance never rehire someone fired by management team .
Debt .

Debt is a cancer affecting the whole world unfortunately in artisanal mining Debt is what Cellphone lines are to econet , Lithium is to Tesla car , imagine if econet will stop selling lines without coming up with an alternative. Most of mining services are paying after work completion which is rootShare this:

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causes of all Debts you hear about in mining stories. First artisanal miners use cheapest means to reap gold Most cases they don’t have transport and milling means this leads to smart loans by service providers then all problems begin here .

On top of that all services are available on short term based loan usually supported by black market indirectly which explains why black market cannot disappear overnight.

Since gold is not guaranteed failure to pay these loans forces credit to accumulate to so high levels such that its not surprising to find a mine owner or even worker owing 20 000usd or more ranging from diesel credit, stampmill credit, explosives credit ; rental and electricity credit for domestic purposes or many more . Inorder to survive you have to acquire debt management skills that are not only superb but partnered with discipline. When you decide to invest in a mine a guy with more debt is the perfect partner depending on your analysis because of few factors. If he/she has more it means his mine has a huge potential just mismanagement who can borrow someone with no means to pay .

Number two you use his/ her debt as insurance through what l call debt purchase ” . This desires caution carefully study and implementation. You take his debt but still keep it in his name negotiate for payment plan where possible complete erasing of some of them ( that’s possible ) then use his debt to double you investment on him takes years repairing his debt yet already making profits on it . Let’s miner F owes EMA 3000usd for bills and tickets ; 1500usd ministry of mines tickets; 2000usd stamp mill and 4500usd for car loan and family expenses to make 11 000usd yet you want to invest 25 000usd in his mine you just raise 14 000usd buy his 11 000usd debt ask for payment from ministry of mines and EMA then ask to pay half for stampmill debt or complete erasure then negotiate for transfer of registration first things first then you are in the game .Debt purchase is easier route into a full operational mine . Sometimes you buy personal debt only but be cautious. Will cover debt in a separate post .
3 The boss “tsheketsha; korokoza “
We have a saying ” impara ngelikatsheketsha ” . This means every goldminer has a dry spell or good spell . This means no matter how cautious you are the dry spell will hit you very hard . When supporting this guys financial remember this all the time support them based on performance in areas Iike 1 transparency; consistency, accountability more than the sample. Don’t support them when they are doing well by buying cars and houses at that point they don’t need your help they simply want to use you . Treat them as Kings all the time but don’t borrow them money like you are mother Theresa support them don’t spoiler them hunger and suffering is the manager of “the boss ” the rest is cost . Respect them their dirty is the business part personally any clean person in the mining sector Most probably is a scammmer l don’t trust such lots of them proved to me beyond doubt .

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“Young People Stand Up Against Bulawayo Injustice “

Tinashe Sambiri

CCC Youth Taskforce spokesperson, Stephen Sarkozy Chuma, has challenged young people to stand up against the injustice in Bulawayo.

The High Court of Zimbabwe last week disqualified 12 CCC MPs in Bulawayo from participating in the August 23 polls.

The dismissal was based on the assertion at the respective MPs’ papers were filed after 4pm.

Said Chuma in a statement :

“We only have our poverty to lose in this election.

I challenge young people out there to stand up against injustice in Bulawayo.

We cannot allow ZANU PF to shit on our right to vote!

Mnangagwa can’t deny the people of Byo right to choose their own representatives. No!”

Zanu PF Hooligans Cause Havoc In Chivi

Tinashe Sambiri

Known Zanu PF agents attacked CCC aspiring councillor for ward 18, Chivi Central on Monday.

Zanu PF agents stoned CCC official Wilson Runopanwa’s house and motor vehicle.

In a brief statement, CCC denounced Zanu PF hooliganism.

“Zanu PF thugs are beating and destroying CCC members homesteads as am writing this message.
Can someone talk to their aspiring MP to stop the violence against ordinary citizens?

Our candidate Wilson Runopanwa is being victimised. “

Coup Looms As Soldiers Deface Mnangagwa Posters

By- Soldiers are defacing Zanu PF President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s election campaign posters in Harare as a sign of disgruntlement and revolt against their commander-in-chief.

NewsHawks Tweeted that Mnangagwa has called back to barracks all army officers on leave as he seeks to contain the looming coup.
This has now been extended to those at Cleveland Shooting Range in Arcturus, Harare. The decision was taken after reports that some soldiers were rampaging at night, defacing Mnangagwa’s campaign posters in Mabvuku, Harare, resulting in Zanu PF officials complaining. A source told The NewsHawks: “The regiments stationed at Cleveland Shooting Range in Harare are being dismantled today, 28 July, as soon as the Air Force competition ends. “Soldiers based at the range, especially from 2 Brigade in Harare, Artillery in Shamva and 3 Brigade in Mutare, were alleged to have had sprees of tearing Zanu PF President ED’s posters in Mabvuku. The Zanu PF Mabvuku leadership raised a complaint that the soldiers were a menace, especially at night. The order to totally demobilise the range is immediate. All soldiers are going back to their barracks where they were also forced to register at their polling stations.” A CIO-run structure, Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ, has taken over the running of the upcoming elections, with the army playing a peripheral role. FAZ is led by CIO co-deputy director-general, retired Brigadier-General Walter Tapfumaneyi. This has created tensions within the security forces.
-NewsHawks

Elections Will Never Be Held Without Us, Vows Kasukuwere

By Jane Mlambo| Independent presidential candidate Saviour Kasukuwere made a defiant stand vowing that the 23 August 2023 elections would never be held without him.

Kasukuwere’s remarks follows the dismissal of his Supreme Court appeal challenging the High Court ruling that barred him from contesting the upcoming elections on the grounds that he was absent from Zimbabwe for the past 18 months.

In a defiant Twitter statement, Kasukuwere argued that the framers of the Electoral Act had never envisioned a candidate’s removal through disqualification under section 23(3) of the Act.

In his interpretation, the Act provided for voluntary withdrawal or removal by death, but not through the disqualification route.

“In the eyes of the law, the Act has missed the mark,” Kasukuwere proclaimed, confidently invoking the famous idiom ‘the law is an ass.’

He contended that the Act’s wording presented a catch-22 situation, leaving no clear path forward in case of disqualification.

As a result, he believed that the Act required a reexamination and that section 108 should come into play in his situation.

Chamisa Mocks Mnangagwa For Celebrating Ramshackle Helicopter Gift From Putin

MAIN opposition leader, Nelson Chamisa has taken a swipe at President Emmerson Mnangagwa for accepting a helicopter from Russian President Vladimir Putin and openly supporting his invasion of Ukraine.

Putin recently gifted his Zimbabwean counterpart a chopper as Moscow cements ties with the Southern African country, which is also under heavy sanctions.

The Information Ministry confirmed through Twitter the aircraft will soon be delivered to Zimbabwe.

Addressing thousands of CCC supporters at Gadzema Grounds in Chinhoyi on Monday, Chamisa said the Zanu-PF leader had taken an ill-advised stance in support of Putin in the devastating war.

“My brother (Mnangagwa) was in Russia the other day and was over the moon with joy after receiving a ramshackle helicopter, and he unashamedly declared we, as Zimbabwe, support Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. You and who, whom did you consult?

“A proper leader of Zimbabwe must not support or side with any country, but side with peace, side with unity, side with progress and side with multilateralism and unite the belligerent nations, Russia and Ukraine,” said Chamisa.

The aircraft will soon be delivered to Zimbabwe.

The CCC president chastised Mnangagwa saying he must stop acting like a puppet of the former Soviet Union.

“Don’t be a puppet, be a person who respects the norms of peace across the whole world and not side with aggression, which is not acceptable,” he said.

A new CCC government ushered through the ballot will pursue non-aggression and promote world peace, he added.

“CCC supports peace and harmony of all nations. We support global peace because joining a certain side is against facts and truth and lacks objectivity…there we don’t agree with my brother.”

Chamisa expressed confidence in annihilating Mnangagwa, derogatorily describing the 80-year-old Zanu-PF leader as a “customer” so easy to beat in the upcoming presidential election.

In a wide-ranging address to his supporters that lasted close to an hour, Chamisa promised to stamp out corruption bleeding the country of potential revenue, job creation and improving welfare of civil servants as well as restoration of basic social services like water and roads.

He also took the opportunity to introduce aspiring CCC Chinhoyi MP, Leslie Mhangwa, who pledged to “energise” the once vibrant town, which had the now defunct Cold Storage Commission (CSC) and mining giant Golden Kopje, among other key economic players.

Mhangwa, an engineer by profession, unveiled a manifesto to address myriad challenges facing Chinhoyi, which has lately witnessed exponential population growth burdening existing infrastructure resulting in service delivery collapse, particularly water provision.

-NewZimbabwe.com

Mutambara Rips Into Blind, Deaf And Dump Mnangagwa

President Emmerson Mnangagwa lost an opportunity to unite a fractious Zimbabwe after a military-assisted coup in 2017, failing to chart a new trajectory for the country.

In his recent assessment of the 2017 coup that toppled long-time ruler Robert Mugabe, former deputy prime minister Arthur Mutambara said: “I understand why people supported the coup and were not wrong. The idea was that if Emmerson Mnangagwa was clever, if he had ten percent of Mugabe’s intelligence he would have used that moment of the coup to do a team Zimbabwe approach not much for Zimbabwe but for himself but he was blind, deaf and dumb and missed the moment.”

Mnangagwa in 2017 ended Mugabe’s rule in Zimbabwe, in a moment critics hoped would mark a beginning of a new era in the country’s politics.

An aura of change engulfed Zimbabwe as people from across the political divide called for the resignation of Mugabe.

“A clever Mnangagwa who is strategic would have told Chinamasa to shut up. When I proposed this it was not much for Zimbabwe but for Mnangagwa’s own legacy,” said Mutambara.

Since 2017 polarisation has remained in Zimbabwe with opposition parties and the ruling party at loggerheads over the state of affairs.

However, the opposition has accused Mnangagwa of copying the handbook of Mugabe during his rule.

“There was an opportunity for change. There was so much goodwill in the country in Zimbabwe. So much goodwill in SADC and the continent and globally. The goodwill was squandered by a lack of intelligence, by lack of strategic thinking.

“A different leader in 2017 could have created an opportunity of delinking with the past. I am very clear that there was an opportunity because it was a Zimbabwean moment not Zanu-PF moment. There was a lack of leadership,” said Mutambara.

-Newzimbabwe.com

Supreme Court To Hear CCC Dozen Appeal

The Supreme Court will on Wednesday, 02 August, hear an appeal by a dozen CCC candidates for the National Assembly who were barred from running in the 23 August 2023 general elections.

The date was fixed by the apex court following a case management meeting on Monday.
A lawyer for the candidates, Welshman Ncube, said the appeal has been set down for 2 PM on Wednesday.

Twelve voters allegedly linked to ZANU PF, each from Bulawayo’s 12 constituencies, filed simultaneous applications at the High Court to have the CCC candidates and five others disqualified from contesting in the upcoming general elections.

The applicants argued that the candidates filed their nomination papers after the 4 PM deadline on 21 June.

In an appeal filed at the Supreme Court on 28 July, the 12 CCC candidates raised nine grounds of appeal, citing Justice Bongani Ndlovu for granting an application that they say was based on “objectively established falsehoods.”

The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) and the CCC candidates all opposed the applications which were consolidated into one because of similar facts.

ZEC argued that all candidates who were accepted had filed their papers by 4 PM.

The applicants relied on an internal ZEC document which has time stamps next to the names of candidates, arguing that the indicated times, all after 4 PM on 21 June, showed when CCC candidates filed their nomination papers.

ZEC, however, said the indicated times only showed when a candidate’s details were captured on their computer.

If the Supreme Court upholds the ruling by the High Court, it means that CCC cannot have any senators from Bulawayo or MPs under the youth and women’s quota.

This will be the case because the youth and women’s quotas are determined by the number of votes secured by National Assembly candidates.

Shops Cash In On Change Crisis Caused By USD Use

Zimbabwe is currently battling a local currency liquidity crisis which has resulted in large retail shops failing to give change to consumers who buy goods in United States dollars (US$), a local daily has reported.

Information gathered shows that retail shops are recording excesses of up to $1 million each day from the small amounts of less than US$1 that they fail to give to customers as change due to a shortage of the Zimdollar.

A till operator at one local retail shop told the local daily in an interview yesterday that she recorded excess funds of up to $200 000 each day from customers who buy in US dollars, but won’t get their change in local currency.

The till operators, the local daily heard, sometimes would buy groceries for themselves in-store using the excess funds from the change they withhold from the customers.

Consumers, however, said the retail shops were short-changing them as some deliberately refuse to give them change and maximise on their profits.

The Consumer Council of Zimbabwe (CCZ) yesterday confirmed receiving complaints from disgruntled customers.

“The Consumer Council of Zimbabwe notes consumer complaints relating to unfair conduct prevalent in the market due to shortages of the Zimbabwe dollar currency as some retail shops, commuter (omnibus) operators are forcing consumers, to purchase unbudgeted items such as trinkets, while others are given tokens as change, some leave small amounts in shops without being given an option to utilise their funds,” CCZ executive director Rosemary Mpofu said.

“The Consumer Protection Act [Chapter 14:44] section 35 provides for the right to fair, honest dealing and protection from unconscionable conduct, the section explicitly states that every consumer has a right to be treated fairly, honestly in any transaction or promotional activity by any supplier, suppliers of goods and services are prohibited from using forms of coercion, undue influence, pressure, duress, physical force or unfair tactics against a consumer.”

A manager in one of the retail shops in Harare also confirmed the shortage of local bank notes.

“We are experiencing a serious shortage of bond notes. Customers use plastic money and US dollars mostly for their transactions,” he said.

“We do not have problems with plastic money, but the challenge is, we do not have smaller denominations for US dollars. Sometimes we give airtime for the Zimdollar change, but the service providers do not sell airtime of below $1 000.”

Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers president Denford Mutashu confirmed that the industry was experiencing a shortage of the Zimdollar, but shop owners had to put in place measures to ensure consumer satisfaction for every transaction.

“Generally, there has been a Zimdollar liquidity crunch owing to the monetary policies which led to the stabilisation of the official exchange rate and also the reduction of prices of some commodities,” Mutashu said.

“There has always been a problem of change in shops since we adopted the multi-currency system in 2018 because we have no smaller denomination in United States dollars.”

He, however, said there was no justification for retailers to refuse giving change to their customers.

“It is theft and it is illegal for a retail shop to refuse to give change to consumers,” he said.

In May this year, government put in place a raft measures to curb the further depreciation of the local currency and increases in domestic currency for prices to control liquidity on the market.

Government measures included promotion of use of domestic currency by its agencies which further increased the demand for the local currency.

-Newsday

Disappointed Ndlovu Pens Letter

The inherent nature and often a weakness of law is that justice is predicated upon raw rules and time frames. The rules and time periods have not in them the advantage of facts and scenarios, they are just raw and divorced from the ” real” issues that cause ” real ” human beings to seek to find recourse in courts of law.

These rules of procedures and their time limits are essentially meant to achieve in aiding justice, but in most of times the whole judiciary process collapses into a tribunal of ” time keepers”.

While the issue of the ( CCC – 12) is about timekeeping and a plausible explanation by them is pending on appeal, an eye fixated beyond the cursory time keepers glance to the watch wonders-should it really be about minutes?

An election is about the ” people ” giving a mandate to their government. It takes a good five years for the ” we ” the people to decisively speak on issues of who must be the carrier of their message to government. The right to vote, and the right to contest an election are the fundamental issues that concern an election in it’s practical and jurisprudential context.

An election is not about ” short time ” or ” longest time ” . It is not about seconds and split seconds,it is the sacred exercise that bestows the right of governance to the elected.

Life is an enigma and it’s exigencies are difficult to fathom, it manifests in diverse ways. In a day are a thousand ” ifs” ,” but’s” and ” maybe”. At times it’s a car breakdown, at times it’s unexpected vomiting and at times it’s a wave of an unending congestion that determine availability or it’s lack in certain places at certain times. In all of this,the spirit of law must be to seek to achieve resolution of ” real ” issues and avoid the petty trap into the dungeon of ” timekeepers”.

The child in a ” towel” is more important and cannot compare to the towel. The towel is for the comfort of the child and the child is not for the towel. The references to court procedures and time frames must never be equated to the deep live issues of human existence embedded in Constitutional provisions like the right to vote and be voted into office.

The recent events if at all we must learn, teach us that provisions of legislation are not of the same value. There are some of a superior nature known as the ” essential features “.

The ” essential features ” doctrine also known as the basic structure doctrine is recognized in India,Bangladesh and Uganda amongst other jurisdictions. Developed in India in the 1960s and 1970s, it found expression in the famous case of Kesavananda Bharati v State of Kerala wherein then Justice Hans Raj Khanna noted correctly that in the reading of laws,some sections must essentially be viewed as superior.

Notwithstanding the fact that i understand and appreciate that the CCC-12 candidates were on time, the reasons to deny them presence in the ballot box ( even if ) we were to say they were late by some minutes ( of which they were not) would still not make proper legal sense.

It appears quite clear that what is essential far above these ” short time ” disputes of merely the clock is the right to vote and contest. Our courts must rise and see the rational and objective rhythm of the essential features doctrine.

Ephraim Ndlovu ( Disappointed)

Soldiers Ordered Back Into Barracks

Ahead of the crucial elections, army officers on leave have been called back to the barracks as President Emmerson Mnangagwa seeks to control the military.

This has now been extended to those at Cleveland Shooting Range in Arcturus, Harare.

The decision was taken after reports that some soldiers were rampaging at night, defacing Mnangagwa’s campaign posters in Mabvuku, Harare, resulting in Zanu PF officials complaining.

A source told The NewsHawks: “The regiments stationed at Cleveland Shooting Range in Harare are being dismantled today, 28 July as soon as the Air Force competition ends.

“Soldiers based at the range, especially from 2 Brigade in Harare, Artillery in Shamva and 3 Brigade in Mutare were alleged to have had sprees of tearing Zanu PF President ED’s posters in Mabvuku. The Zanu PF Mabvuku leadership raised a complaint that the soldiers were a menace, especially at night. The order to totally demobilise the range is immediate. All soldiers are going back to their barracks where they were also forced to register at their polling stations.”

A CIO-run structure, Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ, has taken over the running of the upcoming elections, with the army playing a peripheral role.

FAZ is led by CIO co-deputy director-general, retired Brigadier-General Walter Tapfumaneyi.

This has created tensions within the security forces.

-Newshawks

Masvingo DJ Cheats Death…

 

MASVINGO-Ezra Carlington (36), known as Dj Kwakatsva, who is in critical condition at Masvingo General Hospital after his vehicle rammed into a haulage truck yesterday, is charged with negligent driving. 

Masvingo Police Deputy Spokesperson Assistant Inspector Lorraine Ndlovu confirmed the charge to The Mirror. 

Dj Kwakatsva suffered a broken right leg and arm after his red single-cab Toyota Hilux rammed into a right front trailer axle tyre of a Masvingo-bound haulage truck driven by Passion Katiyo of Dulibadzimu in Beitbridge.

Kwakatsva was driving towards Chivi. He encroached onto the truck’s lane resulting in the accident.

His vehicle suffered extensive damage… www.masvingomirror.com

Mnangagwa : We Are Bashing Opposition

Ndaziva nhasi kuti kuno ku Mat North musangano weZANU PF wakadzikama midzi.

Therefore on 23 August, everyone must go and vote.

Gwendo guno, tivhavarakasha, tigovasvasvanga.

Mat North is a vital and important part of our story as it was one of the key routes for our liberation fighters.

Today as the free people of this country, united as one people, we shall build, modernise, develop and improve the lives of our people at household level.

Our development philosophy is to build our country brick upon brick, stone, by stone towards the Zimbabwe we all want.

I am aware that our development is strained by sanctions imposed on our country, however, we have said we shall build our country using our own resources and thus our economy has become the fastest-growing economy in SADC for the past three years.

My friend Putin sends his greetings, our dear friend and Revolutionary partner.

He says to us, that Western countries in particular America have imposed sanctions on Russia and Zimbabwe, and we the victims of these sanctions should work together to fight these sanctions.

Can I advise the people of Zimbabwe, we have political parties in this country, individuals and groups who are funded to derail our goals but we are marching on.

Let’s focus on production from the household level to the national level, we must preach it, those who are lazy must not eat, in the book of Genesis, it says, those who do not work and are lazy must die.

Wherever there is water, the Ministry of Agriculture, under The Second Republic introduces irrigation schemes, Bulawayo Kraal Irrigation Scheme in Binga is doing well.
We have 35 000 villages in Zimbabwe so The Second Republic will ensure that every village has a solar-powered borehole in three years.

We have a programme where each village shall be converted into a company so that each village has an income at that level.

God loves Mat North a lot, we have coal, lithium, gold and gas and the list is endless.
Kamativi Mine has lithium and they are working on their processing plant which will be commissioned next year.

We are doing a lot of projects which are underway and if you give us another five years we will be able to finish building everything as it cannot all be done overnight.

The Gwayi-Shangani lake is 76% complete and various projects will be done when it is finished.

Mat North will never be the same again.

We used to have electricity problems, and meat rotting in fridges, but now we have electricity and there are no more complaints.

We have 600 megawatts of electricity being generated from Hwange Units 7 & 8 which I will soon commission on the 9th of August. Surely you will agree with me that load shedding is now foreign to us.

We the Republic of Zimbabwe are a friend to all and enemy to none.

I wish to congratulate our Chiefs here in Mat North for maintaining peace, culture and good behaviour.

Currently, our young generation is being affected by the use of drugs, we are calling on you our chiefs to fight drug abuse, the church also, kana vana vakadhakwa nemutoriro vano sticker, how do we leave the future of our country kuvanhu vakasticker.

Let us all reject violence, tribalism and hate speech.

We must mobilise all our friends to vote for ZANU PF as it is the only party with people at heart, revolutionary history and development-oriented.

Kana uchiona mumoyo mako mune CCC muka ubike doro nekuti midzimu inenge yakurasha.- ZBC News

Mnangagwa Runs To Putin For Protection: Speech

Below is Emmerson Mnangagwa’s speech in Nkayi:

Ndaziva nhasi kuti kuno ku Mat North musangano weZANU PF wakadzikama midzi.

Therefore on 23 August, everyone must go and vote.

Gwendo guno, tivhavarakasha, tigovasvasvanga.

Mat North is a vital and important part of our story as it was one of the key routes for our liberation fighters.

Today as the free people of this country, united as one people, we shall build, modernise, develop and improve the lives of our people at household level.

Our development philosophy is to build our country brick upon brick, stone, by stone towards the Zimbabwe we all want.

I am aware that our development is strained by sanctions imposed on our country, however, we have said we shall build our country using our own resources and thus our economy has become the fastest-growing economy in SADC for the past three years.

My friend Putin sends his greetings, our dear friend and Revolutionary partner.

He says to us, that Western countries in particular America have imposed sanctions on Russia and Zimbabwe, and we the victims of these sanctions should work together to fight these sanctions.

Can I advise the people of Zimbabwe, we have political parties in this country, individuals and groups who are funded to derail our goals but we are marching on.

Let’s focus on production from the household level to the national level, we must preach it, those who are lazy must not eat, in the book of Genesis, it says, those who do not work and are lazy must die.

Wherever there is water, the Ministry of Agriculture, under The Second Republic introduces irrigation schemes, Bulawayo Kraal Irrigation Scheme in Binga is doing well.
We have 35 000 villages in Zimbabwe so The Second Republic will ensure that every village has a solar-powered borehole in three years.

We have a programme where each village shall be converted into a company so that each village has an income at that level.

God loves Mat North a lot, we have coal, lithium, gold and gas and the list is endless.
Kamativi Mine has lithium and they are working on their processing plant which will be commissioned next year.

We are doing a lot of projects which are underway and if you give us another five years we will be able to finish building everything as it cannot all be done overnight.

The Gwayi-Shangani lake is 76% complete and various projects will be done when it is finished.

Mat North will never be the same again.

We used to have electricity problems, and meat rotting in fridges, but now we have electricity and there are no more complaints.

We have 600 megawatts of electricity being generated from Hwange Units 7 & 8 which I will soon commission on the 9th of August. Surely you will agree with me that load shedding is now foreign to us.

We the Republic of Zimbabwe are a friend to all and enemy to none.

I wish to congratulate our Chiefs here in Mat North for maintaining peace, culture and good behaviour.

Currently, our young generation is being affected by the use of drugs, we are calling on you our chiefs to fight drug abuse, the church also, kana vana vakadhakwa nemutoriro vano sticker, how do we leave the future of our country kuvanhu vakasticker.

Let us all reject violence, tribalism and hate speech.

We must mobilise all our friends to vote for ZANU PF as it is the only party with people at heart, revolutionary history and development-oriented.

Kana uchiona mumoyo mako mune CCC muka ubike doro nekuti midzimu inenge yakurasha.- ZBC News

Police Gun Down Suspected Robbers

TWO suspected armed robbers have died following a fire exchange with police officers who were trying to arrest them in Harare this Saturday.

Four other suspects were eventually arrested and are linked to 17 cases of armed robbery in Harare and other towns.

Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) National Spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul this Saturday confirmed the death of Mugove Chimuti and Ishmael Mutungira following a fire exchange that saw four other suspects being arrested.

Those arrested are Tinotenda Zhuwawo Dzvairo, Tinashe Ray Chirombo (31), Trymore Guta and Hebert Clayton Nyamangodo.

“The suspects are linked to several cases of armed robbery, one of which took place in Chegutu on the 11th of July 2023, where one of the suspects, Trymore Derere Guta was captured on CCTV while in the act. The suspects are also linked to a case which occurred at Unadale Farm, Beatrice on the of 6th July 2023 where various household goods were stolen. The suspects were arrested after the ZRP received a tip-off,” he said.

The ZRP is hunting for the other four suspected members of the gang.

Meanwhile, six people have died after a road accident, which occurred in Rusape along the Harare-Mutare Road on Friday evening.

“Three people died on the spot while the others died on admission at Rusape General Hospital.

The accident occurred when a commuter omnibus that was Harare bound side-swiped a haulage truck, as the driver tried to overtake at a sharp curve before Rusape tollgate,” noted Nyathi.

Six other people who were in the commuter omnibus are admitted at Rusape General Hospital after sustaining injuries.-ZBC News

https://zbcnews.co.zw/2023/07/30/police-robbers-in-gunfire-exchange-two-dead/

Bosso Outwit Ngezi Platinum

Highlanders coach Baltemar Brito has explained part of the game plan that helped them beat Ngezi Platinum in Sunday’s top-of-the-table clash at the Baobab Stadium.

Bosso moved seven points clear at the top following the 1-0 win, thanks to Lynoth Chikuhwa’s second half effort.

The visitors played defensively as Ngezi threatened more in the first half and early in the second period.

Captain Qadr Amini even crashed a freekick against the woodwork soon after he was introduced.

Brito’s charges picked up the momentum going forward later on following the introduction of forwards Stanley Ngala and Washington Navaya.

They netted the opener in the 69th minute through Chikuhwa’s effort.

Explaining how they approached the game, the Bosso gaffer said: “Ngezi Platinum played amazing football in the first half and our players tried to avoid mistakes.

“They tried to play to safety and avoided conceding a goal.

“So in the second half we put in fresh legs and our plan was the same. We didn’t change anything but the boys started to gain more confidence as the Ngezi Platinum players were beginning to get tired. It all worked in our favour.”

The victory stretched Highlanders’ unbeaten run in this season, while the team also conceded the least number of goals – four – after reaching midway point of the campaign.-Soccer24 News

Is Rashford Planning To Leave Red Devils?

Arsenal are exploring a deal to sign Brentford’s 27-year-old Spanish goalkeeper David Raya. Athletic

Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford, 25, has said he considered leaving the club before manager Erik ten Hag arrived last summer. Athletic

Senegal winger Sadio Mane, 31, is expected to have a medical with Al-Nassr on Monday after they agreed a £24m deal to sign him from Bayern Munich. Sky Sport

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has agreed to terminate his contract with Gremio this December, with Inter Miami keen on signing the 36-year-old. Fabrizio Romano

Manchester City are confident they will complete a deal for RB Leipzig and Croatia centre-back Josko Gvardiol, 21, before the summer window shuts. Football Insider

Kylian Mbappe has until midnight on Monday to trigger his option to extend his Paris Saint-Germain contract by one year to the summer of 2025 – and the club are 99.99 per cent sure he won’t. Sky Sports

Sadio Mane is expected to undergo a medical with Al Nassr on Monday after they agreed a £24m deal to sign him from Bayern Munich. Sky Germany

Chelsea have agreed a deal in principle with Monaco for French international defender Axel Disasi.

Nottingham Forest are in talks with Arsenal over the signing of keeper Matt Turner. Sky Sports

Galatasaray have reached an agreement to sign Argentine striker Mauro Icardi from Paris St-Germain on a three-year contract, the Turkish Super League champions said on Sunday.- Soccer24 News

Zanu PF Goons Violently Attack CCC Members

28 July 2023

By Wezhira Munya

Today, Zanu PF members unleashed violence against Citizens Coalition for Change [CCC] members at Sipambi Shopping centre, ward 11 in Masvingo West.

https://changeradiozimbabwe.com/2023/07/29/zanu-pf-members-unleash-violence-against-masvingo-west-ccc-members

[See picture of the badly injured head of CCC member, Mr. Gwaradzimba, after Zanu PF attacked him today.]

The CCC members were putting up CCC campaign posters when over 20 Zanu PF members wearing party regalia attacked them.

Also, Zanu PF members are tearing and destroying CCC posters in Masvingo West.

CCC members Mr. Admire Mufamba and Mr. Danson Gwaradzimba were badly injured after the Zanu PF attacks.

Mr. Gwaradzimba and Mr. Mufamba have reported the case of assault against Zanu PF members at Masvingo Central police.

Police report RRB REF 5432966, Constable Mukoko is the investigating officer.

In addition, Mr. Mufamba and Mr. Gwaradzimba are seeking medical attention.

CCC Masvingo West aspiring member of parliament, Mr. Pedzisai Gasva, said, “We, as CCC members, condemn the violence being perpetrated by Zanu PF members against our members. It’s sad that our members were injured and currently receiving treatment.”

Mr. Gasva said he is in Mvuma and will be in Masvingo town to help the injured CCC members.

Mr. Tichaona Mharadza Chiminya said, “We identified youth who beat our members. Masvingo urban ward 10 Zanu PF councilor, Mr. Manyanga, Delight Mandebvu, Milton Mutongi, ward 12 Masvingo West, Chauke, were among Zanu PF youth members who beat our members.”

In Masvingo Province, Zanu PF members have unleashed violence against CCC members in Gutu, Bikita, Mwenezi, Chiredzi, and Masvingo West, among others.

Interestingly, police are yet to arrest Zanu-PF members who are beating CCC members.

BREAKING: CCC Members Assaulted at Epworth Funeral, Investigation Underway

By A Correspondent | Epworth, Zimbabwe – In a shocking and distressing incident on Sunday, several members of the @CCCZimbabwe party were brutally assaulted during a funeral procession. The incident occurred at approximately 12 o’clock in the afternoon in Ward 1, Epworth.

According to a complainant who spoke to ZimEye, the assault took place while they were attending the funeral of a fellow CCC member. The victims, four in number, were wearing CCC T-shirts at the time of the attack. Unfortunately, they were unable to identify their assailants.

“I was beaten at the manhood. They beat me up with a metal rod to the point that it is still swollen up to this time. They beat me on the head to the point that right now I have a continuous headache, which is failing to heal,” stated the complainant.

The attackers used their hands and batons to inflict harm on the victims, leaving them with severe injuries and trauma. As of now, the motive behind the assault remains unclear, and the identity of the assailants is yet to be established.

The @CCCZimbabwe party, also known as the CCC (Citizens for Constitutional Change), is a political party that has been advocating for democratic reforms and positive change in the country. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of political party members during public gatherings and events.

Authorities have been alerted about the incident, and an investigation is already underway to identify the perpetrators and bring them to justice. Local law enforcement is urging anyone with relevant information about the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation.

In response to the shocking event, leaders of various political parties and civil society groups have condemned the attack and called for a thorough investigation. They are also urging for increased measures to protect individuals’ rights to assemble peacefully without fear of violence or intimidation.

The CCC community and sympathizers are expressing their solidarity with the victims and demanding swift action to apprehend those responsible for the heinous act. Social media platforms have been flooded with messages of support for the affected individuals and their families.

As the investigation continues, the people of Epworth and Zimbabwe as a whole remain hopeful that justice will be served, and measures will be taken to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.

This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Note: The information in this article is based on the statement provided by the complainant to ZimEye and may be subject to updates and revisions as the investigation progresses.

Zanu PF Hooligans Cause Havoc In Masvingo West

28 July 2023

By Wezhira Munya

Today, Zanu PF members unleashed violence against Citizens Coalition for Change [CCC] members at Sipambi Shopping centre, ward 11 in Masvingo West.

https://changeradiozimbabwe.com/2023/07/29/zanu-pf-members-unleash-violence-against-masvingo-west-ccc-members

[See picture of the badly injured head of CCC member, Mr. Gwaradzimba, after Zanu PF attacked him today.]

The CCC members were putting up CCC campaign posters when over 20 Zanu PF members wearing party regalia attacked them.

Also, Zanu PF members are tearing and destroying CCC posters in Masvingo West.

CCC members Mr. Admire Mufamba and Mr. Danson Gwaradzimba were badly injured after the Zanu PF attacks.

Mr. Gwaradzimba and Mr. Mufamba have reported the case of assault against Zanu PF members at Masvingo Central police.

Police report RRB REF 5432966, Constable Mukoko is the investigating officer.

In addition, Mr. Mufamba and Mr. Gwaradzimba are seeking medical attention.

CCC Masvingo West aspiring member of parliament, Mr. Pedzisai Gasva, said, “We, as CCC members, condemn the violence being perpetrated by Zanu PF members against our members. It’s sad that our members were injured and currently receiving treatment.”

Mr. Gasva said he is in Mvuma and will be in Masvingo town to help the injured CCC members.

Mr. Tichaona Mharadza Chiminya said, “We identified youth who beat our members. Masvingo urban ward 10 Zanu PF councilor, Mr. Manyanga, Delight Mandebvu, Milton Mutongi, ward 12 Masvingo West, Chauke, were among Zanu PF youth members who beat our members.”

In Masvingo Province, Zanu PF members have unleashed violence against CCC members in Gutu, Bikita, Mwenezi, Chiredzi, and Masvingo West, among others.

Interestingly, police are yet to arrest Zanu-PF members who are beating CCC members.

Fighting Drug Abuse Through Sport

Sports Correspondent

ZimEye.com is launching a robust sports coverage initiative in August this year.

The scope of coverage comprises the English Premier Soccer League, La Liga, international tournaments, the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League, African football, the Italian Serie A, DSTV Premier League, the French league and the Bundesliga.

The coverage also stretches to an assortment of sporting events that include cricket, tennis, rugby, boxing and swimming.

Individuals, corporates and footballers interested in partnering with ZimEye.com in the robust sports coverage scheme are free to get in touch for further details.

The move seeks to address the scourge of drug abuse through sport.

This is therefore a passionate appeal to those interested in sponsoring sports content to connect with us.

5 Days Mourning for Ezekiel Guti Exclude Refunds for Stolen RBZ Money

Late Ezekiel Guti’s Legacy Celebrations Expose Shocking Allegations of Ritualistic Practices and Unsettling Financial Debts.

By Farai D Hove | Harare, Zimbabwe – The planned five-day celebrations to honor the legacy of the late founder of the Assemblies of God Africa Church, ZAOGA, Ezekiel Guti, have been embroiled in controversy; Notably, the events lined up for the late preacher’s remembrance suspiciously exclude any mention of an expected event to refund the significant sum of $116,000 owed to the Zimbabwean public. This amount was taken by Guti from the Reserve Bank Of Zimbabwe for the farm mechanisation scheme reserved for poor people, which he failed to repay.

The planned events, which include a body viewing, an all-night vigil, and a special day of worship, have sparked outrage among the Zimbabwean public, who are demanding answers and accountability for the financial misconduct allegedly committed by the late religious leader.

Adding to the already unsettling situation, a verified audio recording of one of Guti’s sermons has surfaced, revealing shocking claims of ritualistic practices involving the remains of deceased individuals. The recording alleges that Guti engaged in practices akin to those attributed to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, where supernatural powers were sought from the deceased.

According to the audio recording, Guti claimed to have visited the grave of John, the son of Zebedee, during his time in Asia Minor. Shockingly, he confessed to taking three stones from the grave and smuggling them back to Zimbabwe. These stones were placed in a shrine where Guti believed they would grant him the power to live up to the age of 100. The late preacher passionately proclaimed his determination to avoid death and continue proclaiming the works of the Lord.

The startling revelations have raised concerns among followers of ZAOGA FIF Church, as they stand in stark contrast to the teachings and principles commonly associated with the late church leader. ZAOGA FIF Church has long been known for its emphasis on faith, evangelism, and community engagement, making these allegations deeply unsettling and perplexing to its members.

Defenders of Guti have tried to justify his actions, citing biblical references to Elisha’s bones giving life to a dead person. However, experts and analysts argue that such personalized mythological interpretations do not constitute Biblical scripture instructions.

As the public grapples with these revelations, there is an urgent need for official responses from both the Guti family and ZAOGA FIF Church. The gravity of the accusations demands transparency and accountability from the religious institution and its leadership.

Furthermore, these revelations have sparked broader discussions about the accountability and integrity of religious leaders and the potential misuse of spiritual practices. The parallel allegations against President Mnangagwa underscore the importance of holding individuals in positions of power and influence to high ethical standards.

The authenticity of the audio recording has been verified, adding weight to the claims and prompting an even more urgent need for clarity and explanation from those implicated.

The legacy celebrations for Ezekiel Guti have taken an unexpected turn, leaving the public deeply unsettled and demanding answers to the financial misconduct allegations and the shocking claims of ritualistic practices. As the nation awaits official responses, there is a growing sense of urgency to address the implications of these deeply troubling revelations on both the church and the broader society.

Six Perish In Road Crash

TWO suspected armed robbers have died following a fire exchange with police officers who were trying to arrest them in Harare this Saturday.

Four other suspects were eventually arrested and are linked to 17 cases of armed robbery in Harare and other towns.

Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) National Spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul this Saturday confirmed the death of Mugove Chimuti and Ishmael Mutungira following a fire exchange that saw four other suspects being arrested.

Those arrested are Tinotenda Zhuwawo Dzvairo, Tinashe Ray Chirombo (31), Trymore Guta and Hebert Clayton Nyamangodo.

“The suspects are linked to several cases of armed robbery, one of which took place in Chegutu on the 11th of July 2023, where one of the suspects, Trymore Derere Guta was captured on CCTV while in the act. The suspects are also linked to a case which occurred at Unadale Farm, Beatrice on the of 6th July 2023 where various household goods were stolen. The suspects were arrested after the ZRP received a tip-off,” he said.

The ZRP is hunting for the other four suspected members of the gang.

Meanwhile, six people have died after a road accident, which occurred in Rusape along the Harare-Mutare Road on Friday evening.

“Three people died on the spot while the others died on admission at Rusape General Hospital.

The accident occurred when a commuter omnibus that was Harare bound side-swiped a haulage truck, as the driver tried to overtake at a sharp curve before Rusape tollgate,” noted Nyathi.

Six other people who were in the commuter omnibus are admitted at Rusape General Hospital after sustaining injuries.-ZBC News

https://zbcnews.co.zw/2023/07/30/police-robbers-in-gunfire-exchange-two-dead/

Popular DJ Charged With Negligent Driving

MASVINGO-Ezra Carlington (36), known as Dj Kwakatsva, who is in critical condition at Masvingo General Hospital after his vehicle rammed into a haulage truck yesterday, is charged with negligent driving. 

Masvingo Police Deputy Spokesperson Assistant Inspector Lorraine Ndlovu confirmed the charge to The Mirror. 

Dj Kwakatsva suffered a broken right leg and arm after his red single-cab Toyota Hilux rammed into a right front trailer axle tyre of a Masvingo-bound haulage truck driven by Passion Katiyo of Dulibadzimu in Beitbridge.

Kwakatsva was driving towards Chivi. He encroached onto the truck’s lane resulting in the accident.

His vehicle suffered extensive damage… www.masvingomirror.com

https://masvingomirror.com/dj-kwakatsva-charged-with-negligent-driving/

25 Zanu PF Supporters Injured In ZUPCO Accident

By-At least 25 Zanu PF supporters have been injured in a ZUPCO bus carrying them from Lusulu in Binga to a campaign rally in Nkayi on Sunday.

The bus veered off the road and overturned, resulting in one passenger’s death and the injury of 25.

ZANU PF Matabeleland North provincial chairperson Richard Moyo told NewsDay that several people were injured in the accident. He said:
Yes, it is confirmed that one person was trapped under the bus and died and a few are injured and were rushed to hospital. Some of them were checked and discharged.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) also confirmed the accident on Sunday evening.
Police said the ZUPCO bus had 34 passengers on board when it veered off the road and overturned. Reads a statement by the Police:
The ZRP also confirms that one person died and 25 others were injured when a ZUPCO bus that was travelling from Lusulu to Nkayi with 34 passengers veered off the road before overturning and landing on its side on 30/07/23 at around 0430 hours.
The ZANU PF rally was addressed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa who urged Zimbabweans to desist from regionalism and tribalism saying Zimbabwe is a unitary state.

Zanu PF Supporter Dies In ZUPCO Accident

By-One Zanu PF died in a ZUPCO bus carrying bussed party supporters from Lusulu in Binga to a campaign rally in Nkayi on Sunday.

The bus veered off the road and overturned, resulting in one passenger’s death and the injury 25.

ZANU PF Matabeleland North provincial chairperson Richard Moyo told NewsDay that several people were injured in the accident. He said:
Yes, it is confirmed that one person was trapped under the bus and died and a few are injured and were rushed to hospital. Some of them were checked and discharged.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) also confirmed the accident on Sunday evening.
Police said the ZUPCO bus had 34 passengers on board when it veered off the road and overturned. Reads a statement by the Police:
The ZRP also confirms that one person died and 25 others were injured when a ZUPCO bus that was travelling from Lusulu to Nkayi with 34 passengers veered off the road before overturning and landing on its side on 30/07/23 at around 0430 hours.
The ZANU PF rally was addressed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa who urged Zimbabweans to desist from regionalism and tribalism saying Zimbabwe is a unitary state.

Mnangagwa Undresses Mphoko

By-Zanu PF President Emmerson Mnangagwa at the weekend humiliated his former co-Vice President, Report Phelekezela Mphoko, at the party’s election campaign rally in Nkayi.

Mphoko made a surprise public appearance at the Zanu PF Presidential Star Rally held at Nkayi Business Centre.

He was among members of the G40 group who were fired from the ruling Zanu PF party after the November 2017 military coup.
The party also fire him from the position of Vice President and Second Secretary for siding with the late President Robert Mugabe and his wife Grace.

Mphoko was fired on the day the party also displaced the militarty coup ousted President Mugabe from the position of party First Secretary and replaced him with Emmerson Mnangagwa.

Since the November 2017 coup, Mphoko has not been seen in public events, and Sunday was his first time appearing at a Zanu PF event.
Soon after taking to the podium to address the rally, Mnangagwa acknowledged Mphoko’s presence, before undressing him.

“Former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko is here. Undoda lo sakhula sonke siyazana sasisenza izinto ezinengi kodwa angisoze ngazikhuluma. Ngiyabonga ukuthi namhla ubuye ngapha to support me. I’m am very grateful he came to support me (We grew up together with this gentleman and we did many things together, which I will not talk about. I am happy that today he came here to support me),” he said.

Yai Incubators: Revolutionizing Poultry Farming with Innovative Egg Incubators

Yai Incubators, a local company specializing in the production and sale of egg incubators, is making waves in the poultry farming industry with its innovative and reliable products. With a commitment to quality and efficiency, Yai Incubators is helping farmers across the country improve their hatchery operations and maximize their productivity.

Founded by a team of passionate entrepreneurs, Yai Incubators aims to address the challenges faced by poultry farmers in Zimbabwe. The company understands the importance of providing farmers with reliable equipment that ensures optimal conditions for egg incubation, leading to higher hatch rates and healthier chicks.

“We started Yai as a response to the growing concern on the market of cheap, low-quality products that have left the market disgruntled due to low hatch rates of even as low as 0%,” says Mr. Mhonda, the founder of Yai Incubators. “We have introduced a product that is made of high-quality material and the latest technology. We have our products being sold through farm n city fourth street. Customers are free to visit and see our products on display and being demonstrated there to show our confidence in our products.”

One of the key features that sets Yai Incubators apart from its competitors is its state-of-the-art technology. The company utilizes advanced temperature and humidity control systems, ensuring precise and consistent conditions for egg incubation. This technology not only increases the chances of successful hatching but also reduces the risk of disease and mortality among the chicks.

Yai Incubators offers a range of incubator models to cater to the diverse needs of poultry farmers. From small-scale farmers to large commercial operations, the company has a solution for every requirement. The incubators are designed to be user-friendly, allowing farmers of all experience levels to easily operate and maintain them.

“Our products are fully automatic, they turn eggs and fill water into the humidity system automatically,” explains Mr. Mutakiwa the technical engineer. “It is not practical to have a machine that you have to manually turn eggs every 3 hours since this is cumbersome and humanly impossible to achieve.”

In addition to their high-quality products, Yai Incubators also provides excellent customer support. The company offers training and technical assistance to farmers, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills to effectively use the incubators. This personalized approach has earned Yai Incubators a loyal customer base and a reputation for exceptional service.

The impact of Yai Incubators on the poultry farming industry in Zimbabwe cannot be overstated. By providing farmers with reliable and efficient egg incubators, the company is contributing to increased productivity and profitability. Farmers who have adopted Yai Incubators’ products have reported significant improvements in hatch rates, leading to higher profits and sustainable growth.

“Hatching is a business, and like any other business, you have to invest time and resources in knowledge accumulation, market research, and capital expenditure, never expect a payback period of 21 days as promised by other players,” he said.

Furthermore, Yai Incubators is actively involved in promoting sustainable farming practices. The company emphasizes the importance of responsible egg production and encourages farmers to adopt environmentally friendly methods. By reducing energy consumption and waste, Yai Incubators is playing its part in building a more sustainable future for the poultry industry.

As Yai Incubators continues to grow and innovate, it remains committed to its mission of empowering poultry farmers and driving the development of the agricultural sector in Zimbabwe. With its reliable products, exceptional customer service, and dedication to sustainability, Yai Incubators is poised to become a leading player in the egg incubator market.

Chitando Kicked Out From Mutoko

High Court judge Justice Munamato Mutevedzi has kicked out Mines and Mining development minister, Winston Chitando through his company, Barrington Resources from mining lithium in Mutoko—Mashonaland East province.

The minister had attempted to block Pulserate, a company linked to the Moti Group from mining lithium in the area but the court ruled that he was abusing his authority.

Under Case number HC 8671/22, Barrington Resources made an application for the resolution of a boundary dispute relating to the boundaries of conflicting lithium claims owned by Barrington and Pulserate respectively, who both contend that their claim includes within boundaries the Good Days mine.

Chitando was accused of being conflicted in the matter as he was the minister as well as being involved in the company fighting over boundaries.

Chitando is also linked to Hanzu Resources, another mining company.

The minister was cited as the third respondent and some of the accusations traded by the parties tangled the minister in the dispute in his capacity.

In a detailed judgement delivered by Mutevedzi, it was contended that the coordinates which Barrington Resources claimed are the correct ones cannot be proved without showing the court that due process was followed in their pegging.

The most critical issue, according to court documents, was whether Barrington Resources was the prior pegger of the mining location in dispute.

Barrington in its application claimed that it had acquired the mining rights in 2012, but the company was only incorporated in 2013 according to its registration number.

There was no pre-incorporation contract, according to the court papers to make the acquisition legal as required in law.

“If there isn’t a pre-incorporation contract, then the applicant’s claim to be the owner of the mining blocks in question can only be a fraudulent transaction,” Mutevedzi stated in his ruling.

Pulse Rate, according to the court papers, said it had carried out necessary due diligence before the acquisition of the mining blocks in question.

These investigations included obtaining information from the second respondent (the Mines Ministry) who confirmed to it that at the time the fifth respondent (Hope Mine syndicate) pegged the blocks the mining location was open for pegging.

Pulserate said Chitando was exerting overbearing influence throughout the allocation process as seen by the illegal procurement of its documents kept at the Ministry of Mines offices.

Pulserate stated that it is Barrington itself seeking to fraudulently take over its Good Days K claim citing that the arrangement between Chitando and Barrington Resources was illegal.

Pulserate had referred to press reports which contained these allegations which the Minister did not deny.

The allegation regarding the incorporation status of Barrington was made right from the start by Pulserate.

Using bare knuckles Pulserate did not only accuse Barrington of approaching the court with dirty hands but that it literally “dripped raw sewage”.

Pulserate alleged that the applicant (Barrington Resources) is a company owned by Chitando citing that this contravened section 364 of the Mines and Minerals Act, which states that such Minister cannot directly or indirectly be involved in any mining business.

The situation, according to the court documents was compounded by Chitando who chose to completely ignore the application and even failed to respond in the case of a personal attack on him.

Barrington, despite the challenge regarding its incorporation, remained mute on the issue and did not refute the allegation that it was incorporated in 2013 as shown by its registration number.

It equally did not disown that registration number.

According to the judgement, the court found that Barrington Resources had not been incorporated in 2012 and its purported acquisition of the mining rights from Andrew Zuze was a nullity in law.

Barrington’s failure to answer to the allegations by Pulserate about their incorporation and their attempt to shift the onus was nothing more than an admission by Barrington that there is no pre-incorporation contract when they purportedly acquired the mining rights in 2012.

Barrington also tacitly admitted a failure to comply with all other requirements that would have validated its transaction with Zuze.

Its acquisition of the mining rights was therefore defective at the very best and a nullity at worst.

According to the court papers, two entities can have mining certificates for the same mining location, and both can be deemed a pegger to the mining location.

To determine the rightful pegger one has to consider prior peggers, where the pegger has to ensure their mining rights are duly maintained, which means to abide by all the conditions for your mining rights not to be revoked.

According to the judgement, Barrington could not have properly acquired the mining rights from Zuze in 2012 as it was before their incorporation as it could not perform juristic acts.

-Sourcemedia

Robbers Break Into ZEC Offices

Robbers broke into the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) offices yesterday in Harare and stole three laptops, two belonging to chief elections officer Utloile Silaigwana and another belonging to his secretary, Isabel Mariwowo.

More to follow….

Traditional Leaders Unhappy Over Kuvimba Mining House Bullying Tactics

Harare- One of the biggest mining companies in the country Kuvimba Mining House -whose formation was shrouded in controversy- is at loggerheads with traditional leaders in Midlands province, a local online has revealed.

According to the local online, the mining giant overstepped lithium mining boundaries in Mberengwa where they took over Sandawana mine.

This development was not welcomed by traditional leaders namely Chief Chingoma,Chief Mposi , Chief Mapiravana and Chief Mposi who feel that the miner is depriving youths and villagers who are not benefiting from the rich resources in the area.

“The chiefs met last week to map way forward over the bullying by Kuvimba and resolved or rather are contemplating to air their griviances to the presidium when they visit the province on August 10,” said our impeccable source .

It is further alleged that Kuvimba connived with police to confiscate mining equipment from youths in the Mberengwa community thereby depriving them of their rights and ore which is in complete negation of NDS1 and sustainable development and youth empowerment that is being championed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa.

Kuvimba owns quite a large array of assets either as 100% owner of major shareholder.

The entities include Freda Rebecca gold mine. Bindura Nickel Corporation,Jena Mines ,Sandawana Mine and Great Dyke investments among others.

The ownership of the mine has also been kept a well guarded secret although government has stake in the company through a public-private enterprise .

However, some speculative reports have linked it to tycoon Kuda Tagwirei a claim which has been rubbished by company authorities.

The said reports suggested that upon it’s formation, documents including leaked correspondence among executives and shareholders, show that weeks after Tagwirei was sanctioned by the US, his Mauritius-based Sotic International began planning to shift its assets to a newly created holding company – Ziwa Resources. Ziwa is the only private shareholder in the partnership in Kuvimba.

Efforts to get comment from the company’s youthful chief executive Simba Chinyemba- a qualified acturian- proved fruitless as he did not respond to questions we sent to him last week and also did not pick up phone calls made to his mobile number .

Presidential Borehole Drilling Project Revolutionizes Water Access and Food Security in Nkayi District

By A Correspondent| In a bid to address water scarcity and improve food security, the Presidential Drilling Project in Nkayi has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative that promises to transform the lives of the local community.

Spearheaded by Prevail International, a leading organization in sustainable development, the project aims to provide access to clean water and promote self-sufficiency through the establishment of a nutritional garden and a fish pond.

Tempter Tungwarara, Chairman of Prevail International, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, highlighting its potential to uplift the community.

“We are committed to promoting sustainable development and improving the lives of Zimbabweans. The Presidential Drilling Project in Nkayi is a testament to our dedication to addressing the critical issues of water scarcity and food insecurity,” Tungwarara stated.

The drilling project involves the construction of solar-powered boreholes in strategic locations within the community, ensuring that clean water is readily available to the residents. This innovative approach not only addresses the immediate need for water but also promotes renewable energy and reduces reliance on conventional power sources.

Under the leadership of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, the Second Republic has introduced an irrigation scheme that aims to benefit 35,000 villages across Zimbabwe. As part of this initiative, 80 rigs have been purchased to facilitate the drilling of boreholes in each village. The goal is to provide every village with a solar-powered borehole within the next three years. Notably, the government has also allocated rigs specifically for the Women’s League and the youth in Binga, demonstrating its commitment to empowering marginalized groups.

In addition to the boreholes, the project includes the establishment of a nutritional garden and a fish pond. The nutritional garden will provide the community with a sustainable source of fresh fruits and vegetables, promoting healthier diets and reducing malnutrition. The fish pond, on the other hand, will enable the community to engage in fish farming, creating opportunities for income generation and enhancing food security.

Speaking on behalf of the community, Mrs. Chipo Moyo expressed her gratitude for the project. “Access to clean water has always been a challenge for us, and this project has brought us hope. With the nutritional garden and fish pond, we will not only have enough food for our families but also the opportunity to generate income,” Mrs. Moyo said.

The Presidential Drilling Project in Nkayi serves as a shining example of collaboration between the private sector, the government, and the community. Through the provision of solar-powered boreholes, the establishment of a nutritional garden, and the creation of a fish pond, this initiative is set to transform the lives of the residents, empowering them to thrive and achieve sustainable development.

As the project progresses, it is hoped that more communities across Zimbabwe will benefit from similar initiatives, ultimately leading to a brighter and more prosperous future for all Zimbabweans.

‘They Are Innocent’ – Court Says As It Clears Trio Of Dealing In Drugs

By A Correspondent| Three businessmen have been cleared of a charge of dealing in dangerous drugs following their arrest last November accused of engaging in a cocaine transaction.

Honest Shumba, Huggins Shumba and Stanley Lawrence Eze denied the allegations stating they were arrested while discussing a vehicle spare parts deal while at an apartment in Avondale.

It was alleged that on November 21 last year detectives from CID Drugs and Narcotics received information from a source that there was a drugs deal at number 3 David Morgen Road in Avondale.

Reports were that the detectives pounced on the apartment and conducted body searches on the trio and found a sachet of cocaine on the bed the trio were seated.

This resulted in the arrest of the three. The cocaine allegedly weighed 105grams.

Represented by Admire Rubaya, Malvern Mapako and Gift Nyandoro, the three denied the allegations when the trial opened before regional magistrate Feresi Chakanyuka.

They even alleged that their arrest was after a failed extortion attempt by the cops who wanted to siphon US$30 000 out of them.

Malema providing 500 buses for Zimbos “to home and vote. They are welcome back.” Juju will flip flop if Zanu PF rig and win.

By Wilbert Mukori- Julius Malema, the leader of SA’s Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party  is a demagogue and, like all demagogues, one cannot reason with him. He does not have the intellectual incapable of comprehending simplest facts! 

Malema has failed to understand that Zanu PF not just rigs elections but that the process has become so flawed and illegal the only rational solution is to stop participating. 

In 2008 Morgan Tsvangirai garnered 73% and that was not good enough to get him the keys to State House. ZEC has failed to produce a verified voters’ roll and Team Pachedu has since uncovered so many glaring and deliberate mistakes in the voters’ roll it is immediately clear why the regime did not want the roll properly audited. The regime has plans to frogmarch rural voters; etc., etc.

There is a mountain of evidence already that Zanu PF is rigging these elections and that participating will only serve to give SADC the excuse to grant Zanu PF political legitimacy. And yet Malema still insists that Zimbabweans must participate.

“We call on all Zimbabweans who are here in South Africa to go back home and vote. If it means coming back, they can come back, they are more than welcome, but they must do the right thing and go and vote,” he said  few weeks ago.

Well the demagogues has since put his money where his mouth is. EFF help pay for 500 buses to transport Zimbabweans travelling back to Zimbabwe to vote! 

Now that Malema has gone the extra mile and offered to pay for 50 000 (assuming 100 voters in @ bus), he will probably assume that 20 times that number will make their own way and so over 1 million of the 3 million Zimbabweans in SA alone will be voting to remove Mnangagwa. 

Many of those who do travel to Zimbabwe to vote will be denied the vote because their name is not in the Polling Station voters’ roll the expected it to be or has been deleted or some such reason as many in Zimbabwe will find out on voting day. But of course, Julius Malema will take another Zanu PF landslide victory as proof Zimbabweans are not fighting to end the Zanu PF dictatorship. 

The accusation that Zimbabweans were in SA because they are cowards who would not confront the Zanu PF dictatorship was the caucus celebre to justify the xenophobia attacks of Zimbabweans.

Credit where credit is due, Julius Malema and his EFF have condemned the xenophobia attacks. His language has changed, there is a razor sharp edge to it.

“No-one is going to fight for these Zimbabweans who are loitering the streets here. They are their own liberators. For once, they must take responsibility and get into buses and go home and vote.”

Julius Malema and his EFF cronies are renowned for their flip flops. Will another Zanu PF landslide victory; Malema will not care that the elections were rigged, he does not care about details especially when they are way above his head; force Juju to perform one of his notorious flip flops.  

If Zanu PF rigs and wins the 23 August elections, all signs are they will, then there will be new wave of Zimbabwean economic and/or political refugees. Those going to SA will be shocked to find increased anti-Zimbabwean vibes and the next xenophobia violence will be even worse than ever! 

Again, credit where credit is due, SA’s Minister Lindiwe Zulu did push Morgan Tsvangirai and his MDC friends to implement the democratic reforms during the 2008 to 2013 GNU. If the reforms were implemented Zimbabwe would have cured herself once and once for all this curse of rigged elections and bad governance. 

Sadly, all her effort was wasted, the MDC leaders turned out to be (and still are) corrupt and breathtakingly incompetent. They failed to implement even one token reform in five years. 

SADC leaders made one last minute attempt to have the 2013 Zimbabwe elections postponed until reforms were implemented. “If you take part in these elections, you will lose. The elections are done!” the regional leaders told Tsvangirai and company to their faces at the June 2013 SADC Summit in Maputo, Mozambique.

But again MDC leaders paid no heed to the warning. Zanu PF went on to rig the 2013 elections, as SADC leaders had warned and they did a volte-face of their own by granting vote rigging Zanu PF political legitimacy. And granted vote rigging Zanu PF legitimacy yet again in 2018. 

At its party congress SA’s ruling party, ANC, resolved that they would not allow regime change in Zimbabwe. This is most alarming because this suggests that SA will use it dominance in SADC to once again grant vote rigging Zanu PF political legitimacy in these 2023 elections regardless of the evidence these elections a flawed and illegal. 

It is infuriate that both EFF and ANC are completely ignoring the political reality that Zanu PF is blatantly rigging these elections, and are conniving in granting vote rigging Zanu PF legitimacy and thus perpetuating the dictatorship and yet have the chutzpah to blame the ordinary Zimbabwean economic and political refugee escaping the consequences the failed state they are nurturing! 

More toilets and borehole, “which I will fund”, promised “Bull” Mliswa. Turning Norton into an oasis in failed state desert

By Wilbert Mukori- Zanu PF is rigging these 2023 elections. It is insane to keep participating in these flawed elections only to give the vote rigging Zanu PF legitimacy, especially after 43 years of the Zanu PF mafiosi rigging elections. 

The opposition are participating out of greed, there are after the few gravy train seats Zanu PF is giving away as bait. Pure and simple.

As for the ordinary Zimbabweans they are participating in these flawed elections to give Zanu PF legitimacy and thus perpetuating their own suffering out of fear and ignorance. 

If you are in the rural areas, it is foolhardy to defy the dictates of the Zanu PF operatives who are frogmarching povo to party rallies in preparation to frogmarch them to vote on 23 August. The opposition has been telling them “Your vote is your secret!” They are smart enough to know that is just hot air. Zanu PF has increased the number of Polling Stations from 10 per constituency in 2008 to over 60 this year and the Zanu PF goons will marking a register of all who vote. As soon as the results of each Polling Station is announced, the goon will KNOW who did not vote for Zanu PF!

The so-called Zimbabwean intellectual and urbanites (so called because they should know better but they clearly don’t) are participating in these flawed elections even after all the warning about the sheer futility of doing so because they are seduced by the opposition leaders’ rhetoric.

“The Water and Sanitation program which I have been financing throughout my term in Norton continued this week with more boreholes and toilets unveiled for various areas in need,” post Themba Mliswa, Independent MP for Norton, “the Bull of Norton”, one of the luminaries in the opposition camp.

“The latest areas to benefit included Mutubva Secondary, Mutubva Compound and Skea Farm.

The school has an allocation of 10 toilets and a borehole which we commissioned on Saturday.”

Mliswa is campaigning to be re-elected MP in this election. He clearly does not understand why Zimbabwe is in this mess much less understand that his blundering incompetence and greed are the root causes we are stuck in this mess! 

Zimbabwe is a failed state because we have failed to hold free, fair and credible election, the prerequisite for competent and accountable government. Since the 2008 to 2013 Zanu PF has learned that the regime can continue to rig elections and get away with it as long as it allowed the opposition to win a few seats and thus maintain the facade the country is a healthy and functioning democracy. 

People like you Mliswa and Tendai Biti have had many, many man-hours in parliament to deliver your speeches “full of sound and fury” but when push came to shove Zanu PF has always done as it damn well pleased. I salute Tendai Biti, at least he was smart enough to realise the sheer futility of this political circus and bold enough to admit it.

“Look, you can’t keep on participating in flawed electoral processes that serve to give big benefits to dictators such as Robert Mugabe. Mugabe has perfected the art of winning elections. So it will be very foolish for the opposition to continue legitimizing these sham elections which don’t deliver. This country will go through a serious economic crisis in 2020 caused by Zanu PF. And yet, this is the only country where a government doesn’t perform, it is encouraged by a super majority in parliament,” said Tendai Biti in a 2015 interview with Isaac Mugabi.

“So you can’t continue subjecting Zimbabweans to processes where their hopes just get crushed.”

What Biti has lacked is the courage of his conviction to stop participating in rigged elections. Greed got the better of him. 

As for you Themba Mliswa you clearly do not have the intellect to see that the opposition are participating in these flawed elections to give Zanu PF legitimacy and thus perpetuate the dictatorship, the failed state and the heartbreaking suffering that entails to millions of Zimbabweans out there.

“The Water and Sanitation program which I have been financing,” you boast. How nauseating! 

You are paying for these basic needs because the people cannot afford to pay because unemployment in Norton, like every where else in the country, is 80% plus. These people would pay for all these things for themselves and lots more besides if they have the opportunity to work and earn a living wage. They do not want charity because even you cannot meet all their needs.

The people of Norton are not going to wake up one day living in posh houses with running water, no power cuts, five star schools and hospitals, all their roads paved with gold; an oasis in the desert. All thanks to the generosity of their independent MP, the Honourable Themba Mliswa. 

The number one task for any MP in Zimbabwe today is to end the Zanu PF dictatorship that is holding the nation to ransom by implementing the democratic reforms and thus stopping the regime rigging the elections. How anyone can think that participating in flawed elections to give Zanu PF legitimacy for selfish gain is the answer beggars belief! 

Mnangagwa’s Penchant For Wasting State Cash Continues

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has dismissed allegations that ZANU PF is interfering with the operations of the judiciary, saying such claims are either motivated by mischief or ignorance of the laws of the land.

President Mnangagwa said this at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International this Saturday on arrival from Russia.

It has been a busy couple of weeks for the country’s courts, which made significant judgments ahead of the 23 August general elections.

Firstly, it was Elizabeth Valerio, who won her appeal to run for presidency after her nomination papers had not been accepted on 21 June.

Then, another presidential aspirant, Savior Kasukuwere had his nomination nullified by the High Court, a ruling that was then upheld by the Supreme Court on Friday after the two courts proved that he was not in the country for a period of 18 months as stipulated by the constitution.

In Bulawayo, 12 CCC candidates were also barred by the High Court from contesting after it was proved they had submitted their nomination papers after the closure of the nomination court on 21 June.

But, some politicians have accused ZANU PF of being behind their losses in the courts.

Upon arrival at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from Russia this Saturday, President Emmerson Mnangagwa scoffed at those accusing his party of capturing the judiciary urging politicians to acquaint themselves with the law before making such ignorant allegations.

“They should go and collect their school fees wherever they went to school because I am nowhere near a court, I have never taken anyone to court so if they make such allegations it shows that they don’t have much education,” he said.

Turning to his visit to Russia, President Mnangagwa said the summit proved that African countries are sovereign and refuse to be bullied by their former colonisers.

“We were well received and the response by Heads of State from Africa was very encouraging. Out of the 54 countries the majority came to Russia for the summit which means that Africa is now independent and can no longer be bullied adding the continent respects Russia,” he noted.

The President added, “Yes a few countries did not come but the majority came. Those who were not represented at head of state level also sent representatives and there was a lot of cooperation especially in the area of food security across Africa.”

President Putin made donations to several African countries who are food insecure.

“He made several donations of thousands of metric tonnes and then of course you are fully aware of the geo political situation in the country, there is now a mood of creating a new world order and its unfolding and we all are contributing to creating a new world order where everybody is treated equally and where international law is observed.”

While in Russia President Mnangagwa met with his Russian counterpart, President Vladmir Putin, paving way for the signing of several Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) in the fields of ICT, agriculture, higher and tertiary education, media, as well as industry and commerce between Russia and Zimbabwe.

https://zbcnews.co.zw/2023/07/29/president-mnangagwa-challenges-politicians-to-acquaint-themselves-with-the-law/

Mnangagwa Claims Does Not Influence Court Decisions

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has dismissed allegations that ZANU PF is interfering with the operations of the judiciary, saying such claims are either motivated by mischief or ignorance of the laws of the land.

President Mnangagwa said this at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International this Saturday on arrival from Russia.

It has been a busy couple of weeks for the country’s courts, which made significant judgments ahead of the 23 August general elections.

Firstly, it was Elizabeth Valerio, who won her appeal to run for presidency after her nomination papers had not been accepted on 21 June.

Then, another presidential aspirant, Savior Kasukuwere had his nomination nullified by the High Court, a ruling that was then upheld by the Supreme Court on Friday after the two courts proved that he was not in the country for a period of 18 months as stipulated by the constitution.

In Bulawayo, 12 CCC candidates were also barred by the High Court from contesting after it was proved they had submitted their nomination papers after the closure of the nomination court on 21 June.

But, some politicians have accused ZANU PF of being behind their losses in the courts.

Upon arrival at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from Russia this Saturday, President Emmerson Mnangagwa scoffed at those accusing his party of capturing the judiciary urging politicians to acquaint themselves with the law before making such ignorant allegations.

“They should go and collect their school fees wherever they went to school because I am nowhere near a court, I have never taken anyone to court so if they make such allegations it shows that they don’t have much education,” he said.

Turning to his visit to Russia, President Mnangagwa said the summit proved that African countries are sovereign and refuse to be bullied by their former colonisers.

“We were well received and the response by Heads of State from Africa was very encouraging. Out of the 54 countries the majority came to Russia for the summit which means that Africa is now independent and can no longer be bullied adding the continent respects Russia,” he noted.

The President added, “Yes a few countries did not come but the majority came. Those who were not represented at head of state level also sent representatives and there was a lot of cooperation especially in the area of food security across Africa.”

President Putin made donations to several African countries who are food insecure.

“He made several donations of thousands of metric tonnes and then of course you are fully aware of the geo political situation in the country, there is now a mood of creating a new world order and its unfolding and we all are contributing to creating a new world order where everybody is treated equally and where international law is observed.”

While in Russia President Mnangagwa met with his Russian counterpart, President Vladmir Putin, paving way for the signing of several Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) in the fields of ICT, agriculture, higher and tertiary education, media, as well as industry and commerce between Russia and Zimbabwe.

https://zbcnews.co.zw/2023/07/29/president-mnangagwa-challenges-politicians-to-acquaint-themselves-with-the-law/

Chamisa Slaps Mnangagwa: No 2023 Election Without My 12 MPs

CCC President Nelson Chamisa Threatens Election Boycott Over Disqualified Candidates.

*Marondera, July 31, 2023* – By Farai D Hove | The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) President, Nelson Chamisa, has declared that the 2023 elections in Zimbabwe will not take place if his 12 parliamentary candidates from Bulawayo are not reinstated. The announcement was made during a campaign rally held outside Rudhaka Stadium in Marondera yesterday.

The selection process for CCC candidates has been marred by chaos, with about 20 constituencies, particularly in Harare, witnessing double or triple candidates. The situation in Bulawayo was particularly contentious, as Nelson Chamisa attempted to gain an advantage by keeping his candidates in the dark while others submitted their nomination papers after the 4 pm deadline.

In response to this situation, 12 concerned registered voters from Bulawayo sought legal intervention and approached the High Court to have all 18 candidates who filed their nomination papers after the deadline disqualified. The Bulawayo High Court subsequently ruled in favor of disqualifying the 18 candidates, leading to three ZANU PF candidates winning unopposed in Cowdray Park, Bulawayo South, and Bulawayo Central.

Frustrated by the court’s decision, Nelson Chamisa publicly threatened to boycott the upcoming August 23 elections if his 12 Bulawayo candidates are not reinstated. He stated that if President Mnangagwa refuses to reinstate their candidates, it would be tantamount to declaring there will be no election in the country.

“Akaramba ma MP edu 12 (anenge) ataura kuti munyika muno hamuna ma election (If he refuses to reinstate our 12 candidates, he would have declared that there is not going to be an election in this country),” remarked Mr. Chamisa during his address at the rally.

In response to the opposition leader’s stance, President Mnangagwa emphasized that his administration has not filed any cases against political parties and should not be held responsible for candidates’ ignorance of electoral laws. He urged the opposition to familiarize themselves with the laws and challenged them to seek reimbursement for their tuition fees if they had studied law.

Amid the election dispute, Mr. Chamisa also made promises about bringing back the US dollar as the national currency, dismissing the local currency. However, his statements were met with criticism for ignoring the existence of the Minister of Finance and the local currency, which is currently pegged at about US$1 to $4,500.

As tensions escalate between political parties, Mr. Chamisa maintained that if his candidates are not reinstated, it would be a vote of no confidence in the elections and the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC). He also hinted at the possibility of seeking alternative solutions, such as a Transitional Authority.

“We will now be saying if you don’t want elections, we shall now go for a Transitional Authority,” said Mr. Chamisa. “If he refuses our 12 MPs, he has done a couple on the ballot. It’s a vote of no confidence in the elections. It’s a vote of no confidence in @ZECzim. We will not accept that… Mnangagwa underestimates us. He has no clue what we are capable of… we come in peace, let’s fix the country,” he added.

Mr. Chamisa also referenced the exile of some political figures, stating, “I saw what he did to @Hon_Kasukuwere… why is he in SA? Why is @ProfJNMoyo in Kenya? I might not agree with them, but they cannot be denied their rights.”

With just weeks left until the scheduled election date, the situation remains tense as the CCC’s position on the boycott continues to draw attention and debate across the country.

Why You Need Mine Register

Business Correspondent| Below are guidelines one can follow after registering a mine with the country’s relevant office…

Steps to operating a mine after registration in order

1 appoint a manager
This is a process where you appoint a manager at ministry of mines by filling a form that is supplied by ministry of mines
You need your ID plus ID of persons to be appointed plus certificate of registration of mine plus last inspection certificate.

2 appointment of blaster
Is hiring someone with knowledge experience and recognized training and relevant blasting license through the ministry of mines .

3 apply for explosives storage and purchase licenses after your magazine have been inspected and approved.
4 magazine room it’s a special room built for storing explosives.

5 mine register where all employees are registered with full details.

6 Environmental impact assessment depending on level of operation an EIA is necessary that is done through ministry of mines by a consultant

7 Returns will be covered separately
8 EMA report will be covered in detail with Returns
9 gold registration.

10 mining books and information will be covered separately.

For more information

Call /WhatsApp 0774028830 for more

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Fighting Drug Abuse Through Sport

Sports Correspondent

ZimEye.com is launching a robust sports coverage initiative in August this year.

The scope of coverage comprises the English Premier Soccer League, La Liga, international tournaments, the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League, African football, the Italian Serie A, DSTV Premier League, the French league and the Bundesliga.

The coverage also stretches to an assortment of sporting events that include cricket, tennis, rugby, boxing and swimming.

Individuals, corporates and footballers interested in partnering with ZimEye.com in the robust sports coverage scheme are free to get in touch for further details.

The move seeks to address the scourge of drug abuse through sport.

This is therefore a passionate appeal to those interested in sponsoring sports content to connect with us.

Bosso Eye South African Player

Highlanders are assessing South African Thabo Lunga Zikode as they look to bolster their attack before the end of the mid-season transfer window.

Zikode is formerly of Uthongathi FC in the South African National First Division.

The 27-year-old arrived in the country on Wednesday and has been training the team since.

Bosso have been looking to sign a striker in this window and efforts to snap up their main target Obriel Chirinda were halted.

Coach Baltemar Brito had been monitoring Chirinda since last year and pushed the Bulawayo giants to sign the player in this window.

However, the cluub halted the pursuit, which left the coach disappointed.

He said last week: “At the beginning of this month, we were close to bringing him in but there was some bad information, we don’t know if it was correct or wrong.

“I think the information was not true and the board (management) listened to these people and decided to bring the player later. Bulawayo Chiefs changed their coach and the player starts scoring, bringing him in now has become even harder.”- Soccer24 News

Sheasham Shock FC Platinum

FC Platinum’s title defence hit another stumbling block after losing 2-1 to Sheasham at Mandava Stadium in Zvishavane on Saturday.

The Platinum Boys, who were looking for their first win in three games, suffered the defeat at home.

After a goalless draw, Liberty Masveure opened the scoring for the Construction Boys just after the hour mark.

The hosts’ captain Gift Mbweti equalised five minutes to bring his side back into the game.

However, Sheasham grabbed the winner through Masveure again deep into the added time.

The victory saw the visitors gaining more ground on their way up from the drop zone.

FC Platinum, meanwhile, moved to fifth, thanks to Chicken Inn who overtook them to sit in third spot.

The Gamecocks beat Hwange 2-1 to climb two places up the ladder.

Itai Mabhunu netted the opener in the match, which had a sixteen-minute delay yo kick-off due to clash of kits.

Malvin Hwata doubled the lead for Chicken Inn before Shepherd Gadzikwa secured a late consolation for Chipangano.

Elsewhere, Manica Diamonds beat Bulawayo Chiefs 3-1, while ZPC Kariba edged Cranborne Bullets 1-0.

Results:
Manica Diamonds 3-1 Bulawayo Chiefs
ZPC Kariba 1-0 Cranborne Bullets
FC Platinum 1-2 Sheasham
Chicken Inn 2-1 Hwange

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Chamisa Warms Up For State-House

By-The opposition CCC Presidential aspirant Nelson Chamisa said he would only serve for one term as President of Zimbabwe and retire to be a preacher.

The CCC leader told party supporters at a rally held at Muchakata Business Centre in Masvingo Central last week that late former President Robert Mugabe and former Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai said he was the right person to fix all the country’s problems. Chamisa said, as quoted by The Mirror:

I will not stay long in power, I will only be in power for one term and leave others to lead the country. I have been telling you ndakasiirwa basa naTsvangirai and Mugabe kuti basa rako kuti ugadzire nyika ive nechimiro, yava nechimiro ngakuite mumwe (Tsvangirai and Mugabe gave me task to fix the country until all issues are resolved and leave the presidency to others). I will then go and rest in Gutu, teaching about leadership, and preaching the word of God.

He also said he will redraw the country’s provincial boundaries and reduce them from the current 10 to only 5, and also rename the provinces in order to do away with tribal connotations. Said Chamisa:

Midlands will be the administrative capital of our land, Masvingo will be known as the ancient capital also retaining our culture and tradition, Bulawayo as the Industrial capital, Manicaland as the horticultural capital.

The country will be reduced from 10 provinces to five regions, North, South, East, West and Central. We are currently dividing each other because of tribalism.

Chamisa said if he wins but fails to deliver, citizens are duty-bound to remove him from office. He said:

If I win the election and fail, the country should remove me from power. Leaders must know that they come and go. We want to stop the abuse of power.

He also pledged to have a lean and mean Government with a maximum of 15 competent cabinet ministers.

ZEC Speaks On Ballot Papers

By- The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) has said they have started printing ballot papers for the presidential election.

ZEC said this started following the conclusion of all court cases related to the election last weekend.
The process began soon after the Supreme Court dismissed an appeal on Friday by presidential aspirant Mr Saviour Kasukuwere seeking to overturn a High Court ruling barring him from contesting the August 23 election.
In an interview with The Sunday Mail, ZEC vice chairperson Ambassador Rodney Kiwa said: “We have no problem with the presidential ballot papers now that the courts have cleared us.
“We have started printing those ballot papers.
“However, the current court cases relating to National Assembly candidates are impacting the printing of ballot papers.”
He, however, refused to divulge whether ZEC had begun printing ballot papers for elections in National Assembly constituencies that have not been affected by court challenges.
Delays in finalising cases, he added, were hindering other election-related processes, such as postal voting.
“We have not yet distributed voting material to those taking part through postal voting.
“We received applications, and ZEC closed the receipt of applications.
“Our challenge now is to send three ballot papers for the presidential, National Assembly and local authority elections to those who qualify for postal voting.
“Although we are clear on the presidential ballot, we are not yet clear on the National Assembly.”
Postal voting is open to members of the uniformed forces and election officials intending to cast their votes ahead of the August 23 polls when they will be on official duty.
Those who qualify for postal voting include members of the disciplined forces, electoral officers, diplomatic and consular officials working outside the country and their spouses.
The process is open to those who apply not more than 14 days after sitting of the Nomination Court.
Successful applicants receive their voting material in advance and will be required to send their votes in sealed envelopes to the chief elections officer at least 14 days before polling day, which is Wednesday next week.
The chief elections officer is then supposed to distribute the postal votes to their respective constituencies within seven days of the date of the actual poll.
Chiefs Council
On Thursday, ZEC will conduct elections for members of the National Council of Chiefs, marking the first stage of the 2023 harmonised elections.
In an earlier separate interview, ZEC chief elections officer Mr Utloile Silaigwana said preparations for the elections to the council, which is constituted by an Act of Parliament to represent traditional chiefs across the country, were on course.
“The commission has already prepared the ballot paper for the election,” he said.
“It is important to note that the ballot paper is blank since the commission does not know the names of chiefs who will be nominated for election on August 3, 2023.
“The provincial assemblies of chiefs will meet on August 3, 2023 to elect members to their respective provincial council of chiefs.
“The combined provincial councils of chiefs become the National Council of Chiefs or simply the Council of Chiefs,” he said.
Thirty-six chiefs will be elected into the council — Manicaland (5), Mashonaland Central (4), Mashonaland East (4), Mashonaland West (4), Masvingo (5), Matabeleland North (5), Matabeleland South (4) and Midlands (5).

Bosso Edge Ngezi Platinum

Castle Lager Premiership Matchday 17
Fulltime Results
Dynamos 5-1 Yadah
Ngezi Platinum 0-1 Highlanders
Herentals 2-1 CAPS United
Black Rhinos 1-1 Simba Bhora
Triangle United 0-2 Greenfuel
Chicken Inn 2-1 Hwange
Manica Diamonds 3-1 Bulawayo Chiefs
ZPC Kariba 1-0 Cranborne Bullets
FC Platinum 1-2 Sheasham

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Six Perish In Rusape Horror Crash

By-Six (6) people died in a road traffic accident in Rusape along the Harare-Mutare Road on Friday evening.

Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the accident to ZBC News, saying three people died. In contrast, the others died on admission at Rusape General Hospital.

Asst Comm Nyathi said that a Harare-bound commuter omnibus side-swiped a haulage truck as the driver tried to overtake at a sharp curve before Rusape tollgate.

Six other people in the commuter omnibus were admitted at Rusape General Hospital after sustaining injuries.

Zanu PF Thugs Torch CCC Chiredzi Activist’s House

By- Suspected Zanu PF thug in Chiredzi have torched a house belonging to a well-known CCC activist, Cephas Magezani.

This happened a few days after they burnt and tore CCC’s Chiredzi South candidate Douglas Gumbo’s posters.

Magezani told TellZim News that although he was not running for any post, his influence in opposition politics is very significant.

He said the fire incident could be a warning to him and other party supporters. Said Magezani:

It’s nothing else, from my perspective other than political violence. A day before, ZANU PF supporters who we suspect had been sent by ZANU PF candidate Joey Sithole, burnt down Douglas Gumbo, our candidate for Chiredzi South,’ posters and a day after, I woke up to the shock of my life seeing my house which I use as a storeroom, gutted by fire. There is no such coincidence.

This is not the first time I have faced politically motivated incidents. In 2008 I was abducted by suspected ZANU PF goons and many thought I was not going to make it. This is the same skill they are trying to use to scare people.

Police are said to be investigating the burning of Magezani’s house which many believe to be a politically motivated incident.

Meanwhile, in Chiredzi Central, members of the Forever Associate Zimbabwe (FAZ) have reportedly been openly spray painting and tearing off campaign posters for CCC’s Ropafadzo Makumire.

Makumire is a seasoned town planner, urban designer and one of the founding directors of Makums Town Planning Consultants (Pvt) Ltd.

Kasukuwere Knocked Out Of Presidential Elections Race

Independent presidential candidate Saviour Kasukuwere is now out of the race for the country’s top office in August 23 elections after the Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal filed by the exiled politician who was challenging a poll ban imposed on him by the High Court.

Supreme Court judges ruled Friday that the appeal filed by the former Zanu PF political commissar “lacked merit”.

“We carefully considered the evidence and oral submissions by both counsels. Court is of view the appeal lacks merit. Appeal be and is hereby dismissed,” read the court ruling in part.

Kasukuwere had approached the apex court to challenge the ban imposed on his candidacy by High Court judge David Mangota, who ruled in favour of a Zanu PF activist’s application seeking the disqualification of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s nemesis.

We Are Ready To Form Government – President Chamisa

Our President, Nelson Chamisa, has so far traveled over 6000 km by road, visiting citizens in every village, ward, and constituency in the countryside.

He is dedicated to creating a Zimbabwe that benefits and prospers EVERYONE. His warm reception in these areas is a clear indication that citizens are ready for CHANGE in Zimbabwe.

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Gems Fall

THE Zimbabwe senior netball team, the Gems kicked off their 2023 Netball World Cup campaign on a poor note after an 86-30 defeat to heavyweights Australia in their opening match at the Cape Town Convention Centre in South Africa this Friday.

After a great opening quarter in which the Gems matched the mighty Australians, the team sadly failed to keep up for the rest of the match as the world’s highest-ranked nation showed their class.

Buoyed by a vociferous crowd in South Africa, the Gems came out of the blocks firing and took the game to their more fancied opponents as they matched their intensity in the first quarter despite Australia taking a 20-11 lead.

Shocked by the determination of the Gems, Australia made a few tactical changes that worked well in their favour, and they started creating some breathing light between the two teams.

In the second quarter, Zimbabwe only added eight points as the two teams went for halftime with Australia leading 41-18.

The third and fourth quarters were more of the same and even the changes made by the Gems technical department failed to change the flow of the game.

It was not exactly what the Gems were hoping for, but the coach is taking some positives from the game.

“We need to be more consistent on the offensive side and be more clinical in defence, after the match today the girls are in a positive mood, we have seen that we can hold them, but we did that in phases,” said Gems assistant coach, Tatenda Shinya.

Zimbabwe take on Fiji in their second Pool A match this Saturday looking for nothing short of victory to keep their tournament alive.

Meanwhile, in the other Pool A match, Tonga edged Fiji 56-51.

The top three teams from each of the four Pools will progress to the next round.

https://zbcnews.co.zw/2023/07/28/gems-fall-to-australia/

Zanu PF Destroys Opposition Posters

No-one is spared Zanu PF candidate, Winston Chitando’s campaign posters in Gutu Central as shops including surgeries are being forced to have them on doors and windows. In blatant disregard of the law; above a banner is posted on a sign post to Chamisa Primary School in Ward 35. Chitando’s campaign team has torn opposition posters throughout the constituency and the evidence is everywhere for international election observers to see!

Chadzamira Thugs Cause Havoc

28 July 2023

By Wezhira Munya

Today, Zanu PF members unleashed violence against Citizens Coalition for Change [CCC] members at Sipambi Shopping centre, ward 11 in Masvingo West.

https://changeradiozimbabwe.com/2023/07/29/zanu-pf-members-unleash-violence-against-masvingo-west-ccc-members

[See picture of the badly injured head of CCC member, Mr. Gwaradzimba, after Zanu PF attacked him today.]

The CCC members were putting up CCC campaign posters when over 20 Zanu PF members wearing party regalia attacked them.

Also, Zanu PF members are tearing and destroying CCC posters in Masvingo West.

CCC members Mr. Admire Mufamba and Mr. Danson Gwaradzimba were badly injured after the Zanu PF attacks.

Mr. Gwaradzimba and Mr. Mufamba have reported the case of assault against Zanu PF members at Masvingo Central police.

Police report RRB REF 5432966, Constable Mukoko is the investigating officer.

In addition, Mr. Mufamba and Mr. Gwaradzimba are seeking medical attention.

CCC Masvingo West aspiring member of parliament, Mr. Pedzisai Gasva, said, “We, as CCC members, condemn the violence being perpetrated by Zanu PF members against our members. It’s sad that our members were injured and currently receiving treatment.”

Mr. Gasva said he is in Mvuma and will be in Masvingo town to help the injured CCC members.

Mr. Tichaona Mharadza Chiminya said, “We identified youth who beat our members. Masvingo urban ward 10 Zanu PF councilor, Mr. Manyanga, Delight Mandebvu, Milton Mutongi, ward 12 Masvingo West, Chauke, were among Zanu PF youth members who beat our members.”

In Masvingo Province, Zanu PF members have unleashed violence against CCC members in Gutu, Bikita, Mwenezi, Chiredzi, and Masvingo West, among others.

Interestingly, police are yet to arrest Zanu-PF members who are beating CCC members.

Printing of Ballot Papers Commences Without Kasukuwere’s Face

In a significant development for Zimbabwe’s upcoming presidential election, the printing of ballot papers has commenced without the inclusion of presidential aspirant Mr Saviour Kasukuwere’s face. This comes after the conclusion of all court cases related to the election last week, as confirmed by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC).

The process of printing the ballot papers began soon after the Supreme Court dismissed an appeal by Mr Saviour Kasukuwere on Friday. The appeal sought to overturn a High Court ruling that barred him from contesting the August 23 election. With the legal hurdles cleared, ZEC vice chairperson Ambassador Rodney Kiwa stated in an interview with The Sunday Mail that there are no issues with the presidential ballot papers.

Ambassador Kiwa revealed that ZEC has initiated the printing of the presidential ballot papers. However, the printing process for ballot papers related to National Assembly constituencies is being impacted by ongoing court challenges. This delay is also hindering other election-related processes, such as postal voting.

ZEC has not yet distributed voting materials for postal voting to eligible members, including uniformed forces, election officials, and diplomatic personnel working abroad. Postal voting is an essential provision for those who will be on official duty during the election day.

While ZEC is clear on the presidential ballot, they are yet to finalize the National Assembly ballot papers due to the pending court cases. The situation has raised concerns about potential delays in the electoral process and has prompted ZEC to work diligently to resolve the outstanding issues.

Meanwhile, on Thursday, ZEC is set to conduct elections for members of the National Council of Chiefs, signaling the first stage of the 2023 harmonized elections. The ballot paper for this election has already been prepared but remains blank as the commission awaits the nomination of chiefs on August 3, 2023. Thirty-six chiefs will be elected into the Council of Chiefs to represent traditional leaders across various provinces.

As the nation gears up for the crucial August 23 polls, the omission of Saviour Kasukuwere’s face from the presidential ballot papers marks a notable development in the election process. The electoral commission remains committed to ensuring a smooth and transparent election, and the printing of the ballots is a significant step towards achieving this goal.

ZRP Cops Gun Down 2 Suspected Robbers in Budiriro

Budiriro- In a gripping and intense encounter at the break of dawn on Friday, police gunned down two suspected robbers in a thrilling shootout that sent tremors throughout the area. The daring raid took place at a hideout in Budiriro, where the suspects had been allegedly masterminding a string of robberies.

The suspects, identified as Mugove Chimuti (36) and Ishmael Mutungira (30), met their fate during the exchange of fire with law enforcement officers. However, the encounter didn’t end there, as four other members of the notorious gang were swiftly apprehended, bringing a measure of justice to the community.

The gang, consisting of Tinotenda Zhuwawo Dzvairo (27), Tinashe Ray Chirombo (31), Trymore Derere Guta (30), and Hebert Clayton Nyamangodo, is believed to be responsible for a staggering 17 robberies that have occurred between January and July.

Police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi, confirmed the thrilling incident and provided insight into the successful operation. He revealed that detectives from CID Homicide, Harare, acted on crucial information received on July 25. The information linked Zhuwawo Dzvairo, Nyamangodo, and Chirombo to a series of robbery cases around Harare. Acting on the lead, detectives managed to apprehend the three suspects as they were traveling in a Toyota Mark II vehicle towards the Harare central business district.

The initial arrests proved fruitful, as police were able to recover significant evidence, including a bolt cutter, two cellphones, a watch, eight pairs of shoes, and seven baby blankets. The seized items further strengthened the case against the suspects.

Following the initial arrests, Guta was implicated and subsequently apprehended at Munyuki Shopping Centre in Epworth. His arrest yielded additional evidence, including a video camera, a watch, jewelry, 10 cellphones, five pairs of sneakers, and new baby clothing found at his residence. Guta then provided information that led to the identification and location of the two deceased suspects, Mutungira and Chimuti.

On receiving a tip-off about the whereabouts of the two remaining suspects, detectives descended on a hideout in Budiriro. A fierce shootout ensued during which both Chimuti and Mutungira sustained injuries. Despite being rushed to Sally Mugabe Hospital, they tragically succumbed to their wounds upon admission.

While the operation was undoubtedly a success, the police are not resting on their laurels. They are now appealing to the public for any information that could lead to the arrest of the remaining accomplices, who have been identified as Brighton Mangondo (alias Mombe), Jonna, Satan, and Ishewekunze.

This is not the first time that Mugove Chimuti has found himself in a life-threatening exchange with law enforcement. In 2019, he was arrested after a bloody gunfire confrontation with police detectives in Chinhoyi. At that time, he was part of a 15-member gang responsible for an astonishing 15 robberies in a single day.

Chimuti and his accomplice were charged with armed robbery and kidnapping, but it remains unclear how he was released from custody on that occasion. Prior to that incident, Chimuti faced similar charges in 2017 alongside Gift Dandemutande, Ishmael Mutungira, Musarurwa Gutsa, and Tinashe Munhanga, after a spree of 23 armed robberies.

The recent shootout in Budiriro highlights the bravery and dedication of law enforcement in their efforts to tackle crime and keep communities safe. However, it also serves as a stark reminder of the dangers they face while fulfilling their duty to protect and serve the public.

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Drowning has caused over 2.5 million deaths in the last decade. The overwhelming majority of these deaths (90%) happen in low- and middle-income countries. Globally, the highest drowning rates occur among children aged 1–4 years, followed by children aged 5–9 years.

The human, social and economic toll of these losses is intolerably high, and entirely preventable.

In 2023, the 76th World Health Assembly adopted its first ever resolution on drowning prevention. The resolution accepts the invitation of the United Nations General Assembly for WHO to coordinate actions within the UN system on drowning prevention and facilitate the observance of World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July each year.

To mark this year’s World Drowning Prevention Day, WHO will continue to focus on raising awareness on drowning as a public health issue, reminding people that anyone can drown, but no one should.

We are also raising awareness on the six evidence-based, low-cost drowning prevention interventions that countries and organizations can use to drastically reduce the risk of drowning.

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Mane Leaves Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich and Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr have reportedly reached a verbal agreement for the transfer of Sadio Mane.

The Senegalese star set to leave the Bavarians after only a season.

The 31-year-old moved to Germany last year from Liverpool but battled for consistency in his first season.

Mane’s position within the squad was also thrown in further doubt towards the end of last campaign after he was suspended by Bayern for punching his teammate Leroy Sane.

According to Fabrizio Romano, both clubs on the verge of striking the deal following advanced talks.

Paperwork will now be checked by the player ahead of Mane undergoing a medical.-Soccer24 News

UEFA Ban Juventus

UEFA has banned Juventus from taking part in all European inter-club competitions for one season over financial irregularities.

The sanction means Juve have been disqualified from this season’s Europa Conference League and will likely be replaced by Fiorentina, who finished eighth in Serie A last season.

The club has also been ordered to pay a €10m fine.

A statement by UEFA’s financial monitoring board reads: “The CFCB First Chamber concluded that Juventus (ITA) violated the UEFA’s regulatory framework and breached the settlement agreement signed in August 2022. As a result, the CFCB First Chamber terminated the settlement agreement concluded with the club and decided:

“To exclude Juventus from the 2023/24 UEFA men’s club competition;

“And impose an additional financial contribution of €20 million on the club. Of this amount, €10 million is conditional and will only be enforced if the club’s annual financial statements for the financial years 2023, 2024 and 2025 do not comply with the accounting requirements as defined in Annex G of the UEFA Club Licensing and Financial Sustainability Regulations.”

Juventus confirmed they would not appeal the decision, with club president Gianluca Ferrero saying they “can now face the new season by focusing on the field and not on the court”.

The club was docked 10 points in the Serie A table in May for artificially inflating transfer fees to boost capital gains.

That saw them ultimately drop down from third place to seventh, qualifying not for the Champions League or even Europa League, but the Conference League.-Soccer24 News

Zimbabwe: Elections in the Context of Systematic Human Rights Violations and Criminalization of State Critics

Statement: Zimbabwe’s upcoming general election will take place in the context of five years of systematic, brutal crackdowns on human rights, including recent restrictions on political opposition gatherings, the violent suppression of protests and the criminalization of state critics, Amnesty International said today, ahead of the vote on 23 August.

Over the past five years, the rights to freedom of expression, association and peaceful assembly have been relentlessly suppressed. Amid a sustained crackdown against those who have demanded accountability from the government or organized protests against allegations of corruption, journalists, members of the political opposition and human rights activists have all been targeted for criticizing the government. Almost a fortnight ago, President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed into law the Criminal Law Codification and Reform Amendment Bill, 2022, commonly referred to as the “Patriotic Bill”, further criminalizing dissent for among others, “upsetting” a constitutionally elected government. Health workers who protested poor working conditions and salaries have also not been spared either. They were criminalized for demanding their rights. For example, the then acting president of the Zimbabwe Hospital Doctors Association (ZHDA), Peter Magombeyi was abducted and tortured in September 2019 for being vocal about health workers’ plights. He was freed after few days of his ordeal.

“What we have seen in Zimbabwe over the past five years amounts to a brutal crackdown on human rights, especially the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association. Respect for socio-economic rights has also declined dramatically, leaving many people in abject poverty with no means to put food on the table,” said Khanyo Farisè, Amnesty International’s Deputy Director for Southern Africa.



“The Zimbabwean authorities have revealed their brazen contempt for basic freedoms and shown that there is no space for dissent in the so-called ‘second republic’. The police have also repeatedly resorted to excessive use of force to suppress human rights, including the right to peaceful assembly.”



Criminalizing political opposition



The Zimbabwean authorities have increasingly targeted leaders of the political opposition, journalists and activists by weaponizing the law against them for exposing allegations of corruption or demanding accountability. Hopewell Chin’ono, a prominent journalist who exposed a multimillion-dollar Covid-19-related corruption case, and Jacob Ngarivhume, a political activist who called for a nationwide protest against allegations of corruption on 31 July 2020, were arrested and detained in July 2020 to stifle their criticism.



Chin’ono and Ngarivhume later faced various trumped-up charges for being vocal critics of allegations of corruption. Chin’ono was jailed in November 2020 in part for exposing a woman who tried to smuggle undeclared gold through the Robert Mugabe International Airport, and the alleged looting of government funds by individuals with political connections during the Covid-19 pandemic.



As punishment for exposing allegations of corruption and doing his investigative journalistic work, Chin’nono was arrested several times and detained for about 94 days between 2020 and 2021 at Chikurubi Maximum Prison. In a clear attack on Chin’ono, the court also barred his lawyer Beatrice Mtetwa from representing him. After appeals, the High Court has acquitted Hopewell Chin’ono three times over trumped-up charges. Ngarivhume, meanwhile, is serving a four-year jail sentence after he was convicted and sentenced in April for calling for nationwide protests against corruption.



In May, Job Sikhala, a member of parliament for the opposition party Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), was convicted on charges of “obstructing justice” and handed a six-month suspended sentence. Sikhala’s trial was linked to a video shared online in which he is accused of saying that the ruling Zanu-PF party had killed Moreblessing Ali, a CCC activist, in June 2022. Sikhala, who has been detained since June 2022, denied making the video and an expert witness testified in court that the footage had been tampered with.



In September 2022, Zimbabwean author and activist Tsitsi Dangarembga and fellow protester Julie Barnes were each convicted of “inciting violence” after participating in the 31 July 2020 protests against economic hardship and handed a fine of 70,000 Zimbabwean dollars (US$193). They were each handed a six-month suspended sentence, yet later successfully challenged their sentence in court.



On 10 June 2020, three ex-MDC-Alliance youth leaders – now members of the main opposition Citizens Coalition for Change, Joana Mamombe, Cecillia Chimbiri and Netsai Marova, were arrested and charged with falsifying their abduction and torture at the hands of suspected state security agents. The trio were abducted after the police arrested them at a roadblock in Warren Park amid a protest against the denial of socio-economic rights at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. They were prosecuted for three years, before eventually being acquitted earlier this month, apart from Netsai Marova, who went into exile before the trial was concluded.



Rights to freedom of expression, association and peaceful assembly curtailed



President Emerson Mnangagwa’s rise to power was against the background of the killings of protesters following post-election violence on 1 August 2018, after the 31 July 2018 election. Six people were killed, and 35 others injured, after soldiers fired live ammunition at people fleeing post-election protests in Harare.



The protesters had demanded that official election results be released. Some of those killed and injured were shot from the back, yet five years later, no one has been held accountable. And despite the establishment of a commission to probe the circumstances that led to the killings, no justice has been served. The victims continue to be denied access to justice and effective remedies.



On 16 August 2018, baton-wielding police mounted a vicious assault on peaceful protesters who had gathered in Harare in anticipation of the 16 August national protests against deteriorating socio-economic conditions in the country. Scores of people were left injured following the crackdown. On 15 August, the day before the march, Zimbabwean police announced they were banning the protests through a press statement, saying the demonstrations would turn violent. After the aborted protest, about 128 activists were arrested and placed on remand. Other protests that were planned to take place in four other cities around the country were also banned and some activists were arrested.

In another violent escalation at the beginning of 2019, Amnesty International documented at least 15 killings by police when nationwide protests erupted on 14 January, sparked by fuel price hikes. The state carried out mass arrests, which saw hundreds of people arrested, including prominent activists who were suspected of being behind the protests, on charges including public violence. By the end of April of the same year, close to 400 people had been convicted by the courts, most of them through hastily conducted trials.

During the protests, the police used lethal and excessive force such as tear gas, batons, water cannons and live ammunition. They also launched a house-to-house hunt to track down and apprehend the organizers of the protest and other prominent civil society leaders and activists. Those arrested included Evan Mawarire, a well-known local cleric and activist, and trade union leader Peter Mutasa, who were subjected to trumped-up treason charges in connection with the protests. The state charged 22 people in relation to the protests for attempting to “subvert” a constitutional government.

“Over the past five years, the Zimbabwean authorities have demonstrated little or no respect for human rights and have repeatedly flouted the rule of law. As political campaigning enters full swing, the authorities must ensure that people are able to freely exercise their rights to freedom of expression, association and peaceful assembly. Authorities must respect, protect, promote and fulfil the human rights of everyone before, during and after the election,” said Khanyo Farisè.

Gems In Awful Start

THE Zimbabwe senior netball team, the Gems kicked off their 2023 Netball World Cup campaign on a poor note after an 86-30 defeat to heavyweights Australia in their opening match at the Cape Town Convention Centre in South Africa this Friday.

After a great opening quarter in which the Gems matched the mighty Australians, the team sadly failed to keep up for the rest of the match as the world’s highest-ranked nation showed their class.

Buoyed by a vociferous crowd in South Africa, the Gems came out of the blocks firing and took the game to their more fancied opponents as they matched their intensity in the first quarter despite Australia taking a 20-11 lead.

Shocked by the determination of the Gems, Australia made a few tactical changes that worked well in their favour, and they started creating some breathing light between the two teams.

In the second quarter, Zimbabwe only added eight points as the two teams went for halftime with Australia leading 41-18.

The third and fourth quarters were more of the same and even the changes made by the Gems technical department failed to change the flow of the game.

It was not exactly what the Gems were hoping for, but the coach is taking some positives from the game.

“We need to be more consistent on the offensive side and be more clinical in defence, after the match today the girls are in a positive mood, we have seen that we can hold them, but we did that in phases,” said Gems assistant coach, Tatenda Shinya.

Zimbabwe take on Fiji in their second Pool A match this Saturday looking for nothing short of victory to keep their tournament alive.

Meanwhile, in the other Pool A match, Tonga edged Fiji 56-51.

The top three teams from each of the four Pools will progress to the next round.

https://zbcnews.co.zw/2023/07/28/gems-fall-to-australia/

UEFA Ban Juventus Over Financial Irregularities

UEFA has banned Juventus from taking part in all European inter-club competitions for one season over financial irregularities.

The sanction means Juve have been disqualified from this season’s Europa Conference League and will likely be replaced by Fiorentina, who finished eighth in Serie A last season.

The club has also been ordered to pay a €10m fine.

A statement by UEFA’s financial monitoring board reads: “The CFCB First Chamber concluded that Juventus (ITA) violated the UEFA’s regulatory framework and breached the settlement agreement signed in August 2022. As a result, the CFCB First Chamber terminated the settlement agreement concluded with the club and decided:

“To exclude Juventus from the 2023/24 UEFA men’s club competition;

“And impose an additional financial contribution of €20 million on the club. Of this amount, €10 million is conditional and will only be enforced if the club’s annual financial statements for the financial years 2023, 2024 and 2025 do not comply with the accounting requirements as defined in Annex G of the UEFA Club Licensing and Financial Sustainability Regulations.”

Juventus confirmed they would not appeal the decision, with club president Gianluca Ferrero saying they “can now face the new season by focusing on the field and not on the court”.

The club was docked 10 points in the Serie A table in May for artificially inflating transfer fees to boost capital gains.

That saw them ultimately drop down from third place to seventh, qualifying not for the Champions League or even Europa League, but the Conference League.-Soccer24 News

Bayern Release Mane

Bayern Munich and Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr have reportedly reached a verbal agreement for the transfer of Sadio Mane.

The Senegalese star set to leave the Bavarians after only a season.

The 31-year-old moved to Germany last year from Liverpool but battled for consistency in his first season.

Mane’s position within the squad was also thrown in further doubt towards the end of last campaign after he was suspended by Bayern for punching his teammate Leroy Sane.

According to Fabrizio Romano, both clubs on the verge of striking the deal following advanced talks.

Paperwork will now be checked by the player ahead of Mane undergoing a medical.-Soccer24 News

Zanu PF Goons Violently Attack CCC Members

28 July 2023

By Wezhira Munya

Today, Zanu PF members unleashed violence against Citizens Coalition for Change [CCC] members at Sipambi Shopping centre, ward 11 in Masvingo West.

https://changeradiozimbabwe.com/2023/07/29/zanu-pf-members-unleash-violence-against-masvingo-west-ccc-members

[See picture of the badly injured head of CCC member, Mr. Gwaradzimba, after Zanu PF attacked him today.]

The CCC members were putting up CCC campaign posters when over 20 Zanu PF members wearing party regalia attacked them.

Also, Zanu PF members are tearing and destroying CCC posters in Masvingo West.

CCC members Mr. Admire Mufamba and Mr. Danson Gwaradzimba were badly injured after the Zanu PF attacks.

Mr. Gwaradzimba and Mr. Mufamba have reported the case of assault against Zanu PF members at Masvingo Central police.

Police report RRB REF 5432966, Constable Mukoko is the investigating officer.

In addition, Mr. Mufamba and Mr. Gwaradzimba are seeking medical attention.

CCC Masvingo West aspiring member of parliament, Mr. Pedzisai Gasva, said, “We, as CCC members, condemn the violence being perpetrated by Zanu PF members against our members. It’s sad that our members were injured and currently receiving treatment.”

Mr. Gasva said he is in Mvuma and will be in Masvingo town to help the injured CCC members.

Mr. Tichaona Mharadza Chiminya said, “We identified youth who beat our members. Masvingo urban ward 10 Zanu PF councilor, Mr. Manyanga, Delight Mandebvu, Milton Mutongi, ward 12 Masvingo West, Chauke, were among Zanu PF youth members who beat our members.”

In Masvingo Province, Zanu PF members have unleashed violence against CCC members in Gutu, Bikita, Mwenezi, Chiredzi, and Masvingo West, among others.

Interestingly, police are yet to arrest Zanu-PF members who are beating CCC members.

American Donor Rescues Gorimbo With Expensive Mansion After Mnangagwa’s Handshake Produced $7

By Farai D Hove | In a heartwarming contrast that has captivated the world, the difference between a handshake from GoldMafia billionaire Emmerson Mnangagwa and a handshake from the humble and compassionate Hollywood superstar Dwayne Johnson, popularly known as ‘The Rock,’ could not be more stark.

On June 5, 2021, EFC Champion Themba Gorimbo received a handshake from Emmerson Mnangagwa, which, though accompanied by an announcement praising the fighter’s achievements, ultimately amounted to a mere formality. There was no tangible support or assistance offered to the Zimbabwean UFC boxer who was struggling financially. Gorimbo’s journey to fame had been marked by hardships, and despite his triumphs on the global stage, he was still facing financial difficulties.

However, everything changed when Dwayne Johnson caught wind of Gorimbo’s story. The young American, whose net worth is “just” $800 million, was moved by Gorimbo’s determination and courage in the face of adversity. The UFC fighter’s revelation that he had a mere $7 in his bank account before his victorious performance at UFC Vegas 73 struck a chord with ‘The Rock’.

In a compassionate display of solidarity and empathy, Dwayne Johnson promised to help Gorimbo, stating, “Got your back, brother. I’ll help. You got this.”

And true to his word, Johnson went above and beyond to support his fellow athlete. Recent media reports have confirmed that ‘The Rock’ gifted Gorimbo a fully furnished mansion in Miami, a life-changing gesture that has left Gorimbo and the entire world in awe.

The surprise personal visit to the MMA Masters gym in Florida by Dwayne Johnson further showcases the sincerity of his compassion. The meeting between the two champions was filled with emotion, and Gorimbo couldn’t contain his gratitude for the unexpected generosity he had received from ‘The Rock’.

The stark difference between the two handshakes – one from a billionaire with no substantial support and another from a young American with a compassionate heart and a generous spirit – has become a symbol of the power of kindness and the impact one person can make in the life of another.

Dwayne Johnson’s act of kindness has not only alleviated Gorimbo’s financial struggles but has also ignited a wave of inspiration and hope worldwide. It serves as a reminder that true greatness lies not just in wealth or status but in the willingness to extend a helping hand to those in need.

As the world celebrates Dwayne Johnson’s benevolence, the story of this handshake will undoubtedly be etched in history as a shining example of compassion triumphing over indifference and the enduring spirit of humanity.

Drowning Prevention Tips

Drowning has caused over 2.5 million deaths in the last decade. The overwhelming majority of these deaths (90%) happen in low- and middle-income countries. Globally, the highest drowning rates occur among children aged 1–4 years, followed by children aged 5–9 years.

The human, social and economic toll of these losses is intolerably high, and entirely preventable.

In 2023, the 76th World Health Assembly adopted its first ever resolution on drowning prevention. The resolution accepts the invitation of the United Nations General Assembly for WHO to coordinate actions within the UN system on drowning prevention and facilitate the observance of World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July each year.

To mark this year’s World Drowning Prevention Day, WHO will continue to focus on raising awareness on drowning as a public health issue, reminding people that anyone can drown, but no one should.

We are also raising awareness on the six evidence-based, low-cost drowning prevention interventions that countries and organizations can use to drastically reduce the risk of drowning.

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ZimEye To Launch Robust Sports Coverage Initiative

Sports Correspondent

ZimEye.com is launching a robust sports coverage initiative in August this year.

The scope of coverage comprises the English Premier Soccer League, La Liga, international tournaments, the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League, African football, the Italian Serie A, DSTV Premier League, the French league and the Bundesliga.

The coverage also stretches to an assortment of sporting events that include cricket, tennis, rugby, boxing and swimming.

Individuals, corporates and footballers interested in partnering with ZimEye.com in the robust sports coverage scheme are free to get in touch for further details.

This is therefore a passionate appeal to those interested in sponsoring sports content to connect with us.

Chiwenga Frog-Marches Tsvangirai Villagers, Forces Them To Vote For Zanu PF

By-Zanu PF vice President Constantino Chiwenga on Friday frog-marched hundreds of villagers of Buhera West Constituency and forced them to vote for his party.

Among the villagers were those from Humanikwa Village, home of former opposition leader and Prime Minister, the late Morgan Tsvangirai.

The local headman, Chivara Makuvise, led the forced villagers in giving a speech at a rally that Chiwenga addressed at Mutasa Business Centre, Buhera West Constituency.

Chiwenga was garnering support for Tafadzwa Mugwadi, the ruling party’s parliamentary candidate for Buhera West.

Tsvangirai was the face of opposition politics in the country from 1999 until his death on February 14, 2018, and at one time became Prime Minister of the country from 2009 to 2013 under the inclusive Government.

“I heard that headman Humanikwa is coming with all his people, coming back to the ruling Zanu PF party, the party they looked after during the war of liberation,” said Chiwenga.
“I am saying this because I operated in this area. I was here in Manicaland Province with General Nyambuya, who is here today.
“I came here in 1977 when Chimoio was attacked, and a lot of people were killed. I was here in Buhera, and then we returned to Mozambique in November 1977.
“My journey was to go to Mhondoro to open a new detachment. I want to say to Headman Humanikwa, you have done well,” said Chiwenga, intimidating villagers.

What’s Next After Mine Registration?

Business Correspondent| Below are guidelines one can follow after registering a mine with the country’s relevant office…

Steps to operating a mine after registration in order

1 appoint a manager
This is a process where you appoint a manager at ministry of mines by filling a form that is supplied by ministry of mines
You need your ID plus ID of persons to be appointed plus certificate of registration of mine plus last inspection certificate.

2 appointment of blaster
Is hiring someone with knowledge experience and recognized training and relevant blasting license through the ministry of mines .

3 apply for explosives storage and purchase licenses after your magazine have been inspected and approved.
4 magazine room it’s a special room built for storing explosives.

5 mine register where all employees are registered with full details.

6 Environmental impact assessment depending on level of operation an EIA is necessary that is done through ministry of mines by a consultant

7 Returns will be covered separately
8 EMA report will be covered in detail with Returns
9 gold registration.

10 mining books and information will be covered separately.

For more information

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Chadzamira Unleashes Terror In Masvingo West

28 July 2023

By Wezhira Munya

Today, Zanu PF members unleashed violence against Citizens Coalition for Change [CCC] members at Sipambi Shopping centre, ward 11 in Masvingo West.

https://changeradiozimbabwe.com/2023/07/29/zanu-pf-members-unleash-violence-against-masvingo-west-ccc-members

[See picture of the badly injured head of CCC member, Mr. Gwaradzimba, after Zanu PF attacked him today.]

The CCC members were putting up CCC campaign posters when over 20 Zanu PF members wearing party regalia attacked them.

Also, Zanu PF members are tearing and destroying CCC posters in Masvingo West.

CCC members Mr. Admire Mufamba and Mr. Danson Gwaradzimba were badly injured after the Zanu PF attacks.

Mr. Gwaradzimba and Mr. Mufamba have reported the case of assault against Zanu PF members at Masvingo Central police.

Police report RRB REF 5432966, Constable Mukoko is the investigating officer.

In addition, Mr. Mufamba and Mr. Gwaradzimba are seeking medical attention.

CCC Masvingo West aspiring member of parliament, Mr. Pedzisai Gasva, said, “We, as CCC members, condemn the violence being perpetrated by Zanu PF members against our members. It’s sad that our members were injured and currently receiving treatment.”

Mr. Gasva said he is in Mvuma and will be in Masvingo town to help the injured CCC members.

Mr. Tichaona Mharadza Chiminya said, “We identified youth who beat our members. Masvingo urban ward 10 Zanu PF councilor, Mr. Manyanga, Delight Mandebvu, Milton Mutongi, ward 12 Masvingo West, Chauke, were among Zanu PF youth members who beat our members.”

In Masvingo Province, Zanu PF members have unleashed violence against CCC members in Gutu, Bikita, Mwenezi, Chiredzi, and Masvingo West, among others.

Interestingly, police are yet to arrest Zanu-PF members who are beating CCC members.

20 Fake Chamisa MP Candidates Win Court Case

By- Twenty fake CCC MP candidates who fraudulently filed nomination papers using the opposition’s name have been granted permission to go ahead by the High Court.

The CCC claims that 20 of the “fraudsters” filed nomination papers for National Assembly seats while the other 21 individuals filed for local authority seats in this year’s elections.
However, High Court Judge Justice Neville Wamambo dismissed the appeal application saying the papers had nothing suspicious.

Chamisa Loses 41 Fake Candidates Court Appeal

By- The High Court has dismissed an appeal application by the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) on forty-one (41) people who fraudulently filed nomination papers using the party’s name.

The CCC claims that 20 of the “fraudsters” filed nomination papers for National Assembly seats while the other 21 individuals filed for local authority seats in this year’s elections.
However, High Court Judge Justice Neville Wamambo dismissed the appeal application saying the papers had nothing suspicious.

ZRP Warns Perpetrators of Violence

By A Correspondent- The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has warned perpetrators of political violence before, during, and after elections that the long arm of the law will catch up with them.

The warning comes after presidential aspirant Saviour Kasukuwere’s supporters on Friday announced nationwide protests over a court judgement that barred the former cabinet minister from running for the presidency in this year’s elections.

Speaking to The Herald, Nyathi warned that the Police will not tolerate any form of violence that seeks to discredit the polls. He said:

The law is very clear. Anyone who incites people to engage in acts of violence will face the due consequences of the law.

We are not going to tolerate any form of political violence meant to discredit these important national processes.

We want the people of Zimbabwe to exercise their voting right in a peaceful and tranquil environment.

Police officers are going to arrest all perpetrators of violence regardless of their political affiliation.

Addressing the media in Harare on Friday, Jim Kunaka, one of the members leading Kasukuwere’s campaign, said they will go ahead with their planned protests even without Police approval. He said:

We are going to hand in our petition to the relevant authorities. Our knuckles are itching for a bare fight until the end.

We are not afraid of anyone else. We are Zimbabweans and we are allowed to demonstrate.

We are not going to fold our hands, expect us to act as politicians, something is coming on board we are going to mobilise our people.

We will notify them if they don’t accept our notification. We will go ahead. We are ready for anything on our way, we cannot have a revolution without obstacles and challenges.

Justice Antonia Guvava of the Supreme Court, sitting with Justice Chinembiri Bhunu and Justice Felistas Chatukuta on Friday upheld the High Court’s decision to bar Kasukuwere from contesting in the upcoming elections.

West Group Security Boss Scoops Top Award

By Staff Reporter-WEST Group Security co-founder Mrs Joanna Sharpe has been named the diamond outstanding woman of the year at the Megafest Women’s Awards.

Mrs Sharpe won the award because of her fantastic philanthropy work and business acumen in the private security sector.

The awards ceremony, held Thursday night, ran under the theme ‘Appreciating Business, Honouring Leaders’.

Mrs Sharpe and business partner Dr Oliver Chibage co-founded West Group Security to provide employment to church members and the youth.

The company has now outgrown church employment and is now recruiting school leavers and experienced ex-servicemen.

The company employs over 500 people and is poised to grow into one of the finest private security companies offering a variety of services that include undercover operations, debt collection, escort duties, VIP protection, surveillance duties, reception and customer care, crowd control and dog patrols among a host of other customer specific requirements.

Outside the security business services business, Mrs Sharpe is well known for her philanthropy work.


Her works speak volumes of her unlimited benevolence.
She spends most of her time doing charity work attending to the needs of the underprivileged, orphans and widows.
She is assisting hundreds of children to get decent education and life opportunities.
Wife of acclaimed top-notch property mogul and award-winning businessman Ken Sharpe, Mrs Sharpe said: “Its usually my husband who is getting awards so I am overwhelmed by this recognition. This award will certainly push me to do more work for the less privileged. I am happy the little that we are doing is being noticed and rewarded”.

She said West Group Security was working on bringing on board the latest technologies in services that will endear the company with customers and be the leading provider of private security services.

Police Investigating CCC Activist’s Politically Motivated Violence

By A Correspondent- Renowned Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) activist, Cephas Magezani’s house was recently gutted by fire during the night on July 19, 2023, a day after suspected Zanu-PF supporters had burnt and torn CCC’s Chiredzi South candidate, Douglas Gumbo’s posters, TellZim News reported.

Police are said to be investigating the matter which happened which many believed to be a politically motivated incident.

Magezani confirmed the incident to TellZim News and said though he was not running for any post, his influence in opposition politics is very significant and said the incident could be a warning to him and other party supporters.

“It’s nothing else, from my perspective other than political violence. A day before, Zanu-PF supporters who we suspect had been sent by Zanu-PF candidate Joey Sithole, burnt down Douglas Gumbo, our candidate for Chiredzi South,’ posters and a day after, I woke up to the shock of my life seeing my house which I use as a storeroom, gutted by fire. There is no such coincidence,”said Magezani

He went on to say the incident was not the first time as he was once abducted and tortured in 2008 having joined opposition politics during the inception of the Movement for Democratic Change in 1998.

“This is not the first time facing politically motivated incidents. In 2008 I was abducted by suspected Zanu-PF goons and many thought I was not going to make it. This is the same skill they are trying to use to scare people,” said Magezani.

Efforts to get a comment from Zanu-PF’s Sithole were fruitless as his call went unanswered several times.

A former police officer and businessman, Sithole is set to battle it out with CCC’s Gumbo in Chiredzi South.

In Chiredzi Central, the Forever Associates for Zimbabwe (FAZ) an alleged parallel structure of the Central Intelligence Organization (CIO) has been openly spray painting and tearing off campaign posters for CCC’s Ropafadzo Makumire who will square it off with Zanu-PF’s Francis Moyo and independent candidate Gibson Hwende.

-TellZim