Tuckshop Owner Shot Dead In Masvingo Laid To Rest

Tinashe Sambiri|The tuckshop owner who was shot and killed by a suspected armed robber in Masvingo last week was laid to rest on Wednesday.

The tuckshop owner, Mike Munongowarwa, was laid to rest in Bikita District.

CCC Councillor for ward 4, Masvingo Urban, Aleck Tabe, described the death of Munongowarwa as a devastating blow to the community.

” We are in Bikita West ward 11, bidding farewell to the late champion Mike Munongowarwa who was shot by a suspected armed robber…may his soul rest in peace,” Tabe said in a statement on Wednesday.

Atlas Lions Pull Out Of CHAN ?

Defending champions Morocco have withdrawn from the 2022 CHAN just a day before the tournament starts in Algeria.

The withdrawal follows after the Moroccan national team’s request to have a direct flight to Constantine, where they were supposed base during the tournament, was turned down.

The two countries’ governments have a frosty relationship which has led Algeria closing its airspace to all Moroccan flights, adding to borders which it has kept closed since 1994.

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) announced the decision to pull out of the tournament in a statement on Thursday.

Explaining its decision, the FRMF stressed that “the Moroccan football team is not able to travel to Constantine (Algeria) as the permission for Royal Air Maroc (RAM) flight, the official carrier of the Moroccan national team, from Rabat to Constantine has not been confirmed.”

The Atlas Lions had been drawn into Group C, where they would have faced Sudan, Madagascar and Ghana.

Meanwhile, the first match of the seventh edition of CHAN sees Algeria face Libya in Group A on January 13.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Unmasking Olinda

By A Correspondent

It all started on the day Mai Titi got delayed at the airport as she jetted into the UK mid-November 2022.

Felistas Murata complained to her lives that she had been delayed by UK immigration while being grilled on her politics and criminal background. Her first gig was dragged as a result.

The venue was sabotaged due to complaints made to the property owners, who demanded an extra GBP5,000 saying this is because of complaints raised and revelations that commotion might happen.

The organiser, Kay Cee requested for GBP3,000 from sociallite Olinda Chapel.

Halfway through the gig, the property owners returned the money saying we have noticed there is no commotion at all contrary to previous fears.

Olinda Chapel Nkomo went into the function and dished out a few hundred pounds to Mai Titi.

On the 2nd function, everything went well. On that day someone from Ladies Of The UK, walked in during an occasion when Mai Titi refused to greet Olinda Chapel.

A woman who was with LUK’s Flossy Kandodo said she does not want to see Olinda Chapel and Ketty Masomere.

There were screams against Flossy Kandodo.

On 21st December 2022, there was a birthday for Ketty. Kay Cee was there. Ketty Masomere was there and Olinda started mocking her dress saying it looks like a lace curtain.
On another occasion, the women began another fight, and Mai Titi’s former friend, Patricia Jeke began mocking Ketty’s son. Olinda came out saying children are a no go area.

A back and forth argument was triggered, which resulted in Olinda Chapel saying the function was hers, of which Mai Titi started asking ‘which function?’

Olinda started saying it was her party, and further quarrels were triggered.

The women started fighting. Ketty started insulting Olinda’s mother, saying she didn’t educate her. Mai Titi sent an email laughing at Olinda.

Olinda, responding, screamed back saying: this is evidence that you are the one who sent Ketty. Mai Titi firing back, said: Olinda, you have been after me all this while, and the courts in Zimbabwe said you shouldn’t do this. You came to my function and gave me GBP300, and now what do you want from me?

At the airport, it is you who told immigration people to deport me. At the first venue, it was you behind it, and the 2nd function, it was you as well. At that juncture, someone then came up apologising to Mai Titi, saying, Olinda is the one behind all this, she sent us to sabotage you all this while. That is how all this commotion got triggered against Olinda Chapel.

The women who support Mai Titi are demanding that she apologises.

In December 2022, she says she spent GBP 1 million between Jan and Dec 2022. She says she has a lot of money.

All this is happening at a time when eyebrows have been raised over Olinda Chapel’s physical appearance, with skme alleging she is now looking like a 65y pld woman.

‘She is not looking well, and it seems the surgery was bad on her. Her explanation has been that she is too tired after landing from a foreign trip,’ one subscriber says.

Meanwhile, Olinda’s husband, Tytan’s mother is in the UK, and she is currently stuck because she doesn’t have immigration papers. She is not allowed at Olinda Chapel’s home. To see her granddaughter, Tytan has to take the baby to a McDonald’s.

Another lady who phoned Ketty yesterday, confirms the same thing that Tytan has to go to a McDonald’s to see his mother.

Shock As Man Crashes To Death In Central Harare

An unidentified man died early this morning after apparently falling from a room at Crowne Plaza Monomatapa hotel in central Harare.

Witnesses said the middle-aged Caucasian man, believed to have been a guest at the hotel, died instantly on impact with the ground.

Hotel management declined to comment on the bizarre incident which police are now investigating.

It could not be immediately established from which floor the man fell.

A huge crowd gathered at the scene as police removed the body after paramedics pronounced the man dead.

“I heard a loud thud and was sh0cked to find out that it was a man who had fallen from a hotel room.

“I initially thought it was an electrical explosion,” said a vendor who plies his trade near the hotel.

The circumstances leading to the incident are still unclear as police investigations continue.

— Herald

Cop Rans Amok, Guns Down His Boss & Several People

By- A retired member of the Zimbabwe Republic Police’s Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has shot dead a senior police officer and civilians in Wedza.

Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana announced:

Police are pursuing a former CID officer J Muvhevhi driving a Toyota Allion Reg AFW 7641 who allegedly fatally shot 3 people dead and critically injured a 4th. He is said to have gone to a religious shrine where he was given an adverse prophecy and went berserk.

The police also produced a statement earlier saying the suspect went to an apostolic sect church gathering in Wedza today at 1430 hours and fatally shot dead a prophet who was at the shrine.

J Muvhevhi

He then pounced on police officers who had reacted to the shooting and suddenly shot dead Officer in Charge Wedza and another policeman (who is critically injured).

The suspect drove his vehicle and went to Mukamba Business Centre where he shot another person dead and drove away. The suspect is currently on the run and the public is urged to approach him with extreme caution.

National police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi urged members of the public to report at any nearest police station possible location of the suspect or contact the National Complaints Desk number 0242 703631 or WhatsApp number 0712800197 or Mashonaland East Operations number 06523 20581.

CID Officer Guns Down Top Cop, Civilians

By- A former member of the Zimbabwe Republic Police’s Criminal Investigations Department (CID), has shot dead a senior police officer and civilians in Wedza.

Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana announced:

Police are pursuing a former CID officer J Muvhevhi driving a Toyota Allion Reg AFW 7641 who allegedly fatally shot 3 people dead and critically injured a 4th. He is said to have gone to a religious shrine where he was given an adverse prophecy and went berserk.



The police also produced a statement earlier saying the suspect went to an apostolic sect church gathering in Wedza today at 1430 hours and fatally shot dead a prophet who was at the shrine.

J Muvhevhi

He then pounced on police officers who had reacted to the shooting and suddenly shot dead Officer in Charge Wedza and another policeman (who is critically injured).

The suspect drove his vehicle and went to Mukamba Business Centre where he shot another person dead and drove away. The suspect is currently on the run and the public is urged to approach him with extreme caution.

National police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi urged members of the public to report at any nearest police station possible location of the suspect or contact the National Complaints Desk number 0242 703631 or WhatsApp number 0712800197 or Mashonaland East Operations number 06523 20581.

Atlas Lions Reverse Withdrawal From CHAN ?

After declining its participation at first, Morocco, double title holder of CHAN, will finally participate in the 2023 edition which takes place in Algeria from February 13 to 4.

It’s a soap opera that just ended. The defending champion will finally be present in Algeria to defend his title of champion of the African Nations Championship (CHAN)…

Indeed if the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) had affirmed Thursday morning in a press release that the local selection was not able to make the trip to Algeria to play the tournament there insofar as ” where the final authorization of his Royal Air Maroc (RAM) flight, official carrier of the Moroccan football teams, from Rabat to Constantine has not been confirmed”, the situation has changed over time. According to Footmercato, the president of the FRMF Faouzi Lekjaa explained that the team continued its preparation and hoped to take off for Algeria this Friday through a direct flight.

“The Moroccan national team is currently continuing its preparation at the M6 ​​football complex. The visions of the EN and the FRMF are clear, and it is the participation, as evidenced by our preparation.

The only negative point remains the response of the authorities of the organizing country so that the EN can travel in the conditions it needs in Constantine. (…)

The Moroccan national team is ready to travel in the event of a positive response and authorization by the organizing body to move from Rabat-Salé airport to Constantine airport by Royal Air Maroc, the carrier official of national teams. said the boss of Moroccan football.

Recall that Morocco is housed in pool C along with Sudan, Madagascar and Ghana.

Wiwsport.com

What You Need To Know About Diabetes

World Diabetes Day provides an opportunity to raise awareness of diabete as a global public health issue and what needs to be done, collectively and individually, for better prevention, diagnosis and management of the condition.

This year’s theme, ‘access to diabetes education’, underpins the larger multi-year theme of ‘access to care’.

In the lead-up to and on 14 November, WHO will highlight not only the challenges, but more importantly the solutions, to scaling-up access to diabetes medicines and care.

WHO’s World Diabetes Day activities will cover issues ranging from championing the priorities of people living with diabetes in advocacy to the Global Diabetes Compact, which drives efforts globally to reduce the risk of diabetes and ensure access to treatment and care.

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DJ Fantan Annoyed By Ex-Wife’s New Love

By James Gwati-Zanu PF apologist and Zimdancehall music producer and DJ Fantan is said to have been annoyed by his ex-wife Gamuchirai Nemukuyu’s new love life.

Gamu & her new lover

Gamu posted pictures on her social media platforms with his new man a few months after she broke up with Fantan, whose real name is Arnold Kamudyariwa.

The Chill Spot Boss had allegedly abandoned her and married his “Small House” Vimbai Mponda.

Last week, Fantan, a known Zanu PF sympathiser, made headlines for supporting the state and bashing Winky D for releasing an album that speaks truth to power.

The public condemned his anti-Gaffa utterances and said that Zanu PF was using him.

Emotional Scenes As
Masvingo Armed Robbery Victim Is Laid To Rest

Tinashe Sambiri|The tuckshop owner who was shot and killed by a suspected armed robber in Masvingo last week was laid to rest on Wednesday.

The tuckshop owner, Mike Munongowarwa, was laid to rest in Bikita District.

CCC Councillor for ward 4, Masvingo Urban, Aleck Tabe, described the death of Munongowarwa as a devastating blow to the community.

” We are in Bikita West ward 11, bidding farewell to the late champion Mike Munongowarwa who was shot by a suspected armed robber…may his soul rest in peace,” Tabe said in a statement on Wednesday.

Leave Winky D Alone- Chatunga

Tinashe Sambiri| The late former President Robert Mugabe’s son, Chatunga, has slammed DJ Fantan for attempting to soil Winky D’s image.

In a hard-hitting statement on Twitter, Chatunga, said Fantan would face the wrath of angry ghetto youths.

“Fantan declared war kuma Ghetto youths toda kuritema ku Mashwede.

Hameno kuti ndini ndega here or but pano disswa Winky ndonzwa senge ndatukirwa mai,” Chatunga fumed.

‘A’ Level Results Out

By James Gwati- The Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (Zimsec) has announced the release of the November 2022 advanced-level examination.

Zimsec announced Friday that the results can be accessed from their website from 1500 hrs today.

Chatunga Roasts Fantan

Tinashe Sambiri| The late former President Robert Mugabe’s son, Chatunga, has slammed DJ Fantan for attempting to soil Winky D’s image.

In a hard-hitting statement on Twitter, Chatunga, said Fantan would face the wrath of angry ghetto youths.

“Fantan declared war kuma Ghetto youths toda kuritema ku Mashwede.

Hameno kuti ndini ndega here or but pano disswa Winky ndonzwa senge ndatukirwa mai,” Chatunga fumed.

Professional Mining Services, Advice

Business Correspondent| Two Zimbabwean companies have put in place a strategic partnership to foster proper investment in mining.

The companies, Inner Core Resources Private Limited and Three Wingers Enterprises, are keen to turn mining into a lucrative sector in Zimbabwe and beyond.

A representative of Inner Core Resources said on Monday:

“Anything related to mining we can assist. We have a team of experts in various departments and we deal with a variety of issues. Even those who seek to learn about mining and how to invest can contact us.”

“Any mining related baby (Issue), we can help…

Those who want to buy mining equipment and don’t know which ones to use, where to get the best equipment, we can assist.

Mining Equipment selling for those who want to set up milling plants,” said the official.

Inner Core Resources can be contacted through its partner Three Wingers Enterprises.

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Mnangagwa Can’t Postpone Citizens’ Victory

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has said Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is desperate to avoid elections.

According to President Chamisa, Mr Mnangagwa is scared of the coming polls and wants to use evil machinations to arrest the people’s victory.

“I’m reliably informed that Mukoma is now so scared of the election.

And he will try all means, foul & ugly, to avoid 2023 election.

But then, one can’t postpone Christmas simply because they are on the dinner menu.A turkey can’t be trusted for advice on the timing of Christmas!”

Mnangagwa Desperate To Avoid Polls: President Chamisa

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has said Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is desperate to avoid elections.

According to President Chamisa, Mr Mnangagwa is scared of the coming polls and wants to use evil machinations to arrest the people’s victory.

“I’m reliably informed that Mukoma is now so scared of the election.

And he will try all means, foul & ugly, to avoid 2023 election.

But then, one can’t postpone Christmas simply because they are on the dinner menu.A turkey can’t be trusted for advice on the timing of Christmas!”

Mnangagwa Desperate To Avoid Polls: President Chamisa

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has said Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is desperate to avoid elections.

According to President Chamisa, Mr Mnangagwa is scared of the coming polls and wants to use evil machinations to arrest the people’s victory.

“I’m reliably informed that Mukoma is now so scared of the election.

And he will try all means, foul & ugly, to avoid 2023 election.

But then, one can’t postpone Christmas simply because they are on the dinner menu.A turkey can’t be trusted for advice on the timing of Christmas!”

Police, Zanu PF Youths In Running Battles

Running battles erupted in Goromonzi yesterday between police and an estimated over 1 000 Zanu-PF youths who had invaded a farm before pegging and allocating themselves pieces of land.

Several of the youths were arrested by anti-riot police and the area was tense when NewsDay visited the farm.

NewsDay gathered that the restless Zanu-PF youths had been promised stands by some ruling party officials and allegedly decided to invade the farm in frustration after the party bosses started dithering.

The farm is Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Lyndhurst Farm and is reportedly owned by one Maxwell Muziwi, a former top State security officer, according to sources.

The farm is adjacent to Epworth.

-Byo24

FULL TEXT: Minister Machakaire Speaks On Circulating Video Dissing Winky D

I have seen with growing concern the video circulating on social media. It is quite unfortunate that the video wasn’t shared in its entirety. However, all I am saying is let us not fight artists (Winky D)

Let us respect their art and respect their opinions so long it’s within their constitutional rights. President ED Mnangagwa is saying no to violence, yes to peace. Nyika inovakwa nevene vayo and tisu vene vayo.

If he, or any other artist or youth out there has any challenges or grievances they need addressed our doors are always open to listen to them. I know most young people are unemployed and this is a bone of contention with most of our youth. In Harare alone for example roads in most of our residential locations have deteriorated, City of Harare is failing to provide clean and safe water, traffic lights are not working, stadiums are down, failure to develop working spaces eg Coca Cola. We have identified the problems and we need solutions to these problems which is why I am saying, come let us talk.

I know we have a lot of brilliant minds in our nation and if we put our heads together we can come up with creative and innovative solutions to our problems. The moment we start fighting each other, it distracts from our purpose and instead of moving forward, we are stuck fighting each other where we could expend that energy and creativity into solving our grievances. That is all I am saying.“

Fresh Xenophobic Attack Fears As Operation Dudula Resurfaces

By- Foreign nationals in South Africa are now living in fear following Operation Dudula’s announcement that they would camp in schools targeting undocumented foreign children and teachers from accessing education in the country.

The targeting brought to light the typical problems foreigners face in the country, particularly Zimbabweans.

Many Zimbabweans in South Africa are economic migrants who have left their country in search of better opportunities but often live in poverty and face discrimination in the labour market. 

The following is a list of the things the Zimbabwean diaspora in South Africa, especially the undocumented ones, have to deal with:

Xenophobia

Zimbabweans, along with other African immigrants, have been targeted in violent attacks in South Africa in the past. In recent memory is the April 2022 brutal killing of Elvis Nyathi who was murdered simply for having attempted to flee from a vigilante mob.

Analysts have however often highlighted that it’s not necessarily Xenophobia (a dislike of or prejudice against foreigners) but Afrophobia (a dislike of black Africans) as evidence suggests that non-African foreigners are tolerated by the locals.

Economic struggles

Many Zimbabwean immigrants in South Africa are underemployed or unemployed and struggle to make a living. Those without legal documents are often exploited by employers who take advantage of their illegal status.

Those that managed to get some employment also live in fear of losing their jobs if authorities and vigilante groups like Operation Dudula push for the locals to be given the jobs instead.

In 2022 one of the actions of Operation Dudula was to move from company to company searching out foreigners and demanding that the employers terminate their contracts and offer the jobs to locals instead.

Legal issues

Zimbabwean immigrants in South Africa often face difficulties obtaining legal documentation, such as work permits, which can make it harder for them to find employment or access services.

Many are undocumented and may be hesitant to seek legal help for fear of being discovered and deported. Even those who do have documentation may struggle to navigate the legal system and understand their rights, due to language barriers and cultural differences.

Additionally, many Zimbabweans in South Africa may not have the financial resources to afford legal representation, which can make it difficult for them to assert their rights or seek justice in cases of discrimination or abuse.

This lack of access to legal support and protection can leave them vulnerable to exploitation and abuse, and can make it difficult for them to resolve disputes or seek remedies for wrongful treatment.

Discrimination

Zimbabwean immigrants in South Africa may face discrimination based on their nationality, which can make it more difficult for them to access services or find employment.

Zimbabwean immigrants in South Africa may face challenges in accessing basic services like healthcare, education and housing due to a lack of legal documents.

For those that eventually get permanent residence or citizenship, their ID cards are distinctly different from local South Africans making it easy for public service providers, employers, and potential clients to discriminate against them.

In 2022, a South African health official was filmed accusing a sick Zimbabwean woman on a hospital bed that people like her were unfairly burdening the South African healthcare system.

Mental Health and Homesickness

Many Zimbabwean immigrants in South Africa are separated from their families and communities, which can be emotionally difficult. Many therefore wish they could return home but find it hard to restart a life in Zimbabwe after spending a considerable amount of time in South Africa.

Another cause of stress for undocumented Zimbabweans is living in fear of arrest and deportation.

In addition, newly arrived Zimbabweans especially may face difficulty navigating the cultural and language differences between Zimbabwe and South Africa.

Targeting by criminals

One serious issue is that of being targeted by criminals due to perceptions of being vulnerable.

Zimbabweans in South Africa may be seen as easy targets for crime because they are often living in poverty and may be unfamiliar with the area and its dangers.

Additionally, they may be reluctant to report crimes to the police due to fear of deportation or mistrust of the authorities. This can make them more susceptible to crimes such as theft, mugging, and extortion. It can also make them more vulnerable to human trafficking, as they may be lured by false promises of work and then forced into labor or prostitution.

Political Violence In Zimbabwe A Mirage in the Mirror

By Dr Masimba Mavaza | Zimbabwe is preparing for a general election anytime from June to July. This is a second election since the new dispensation. Zimbabwe has been written off as far as peaceful elections are concerned. Elections have always been associated with political violence and always our elections have been discredited because of violence.
It has become imperative that someone always stands to benefit from the political violence.
Zimbabwe has seen its opposition always given a victim card and always covered in the blankets of victims of violence. Those who stand to benefit from the violence have always caused the violence created it and fake it so that they remain under a thousand blankets of victim hood.
We must always remember that Political violence is a beast that is multiple-headed.
At its rudmentary form, it takes a character of direct violence which is akin to criminal activity. The only difference would be the motive. There are more complex and subtle forms of political violence.
Election violence is a specific form of political violence. It is conceived to and directed at influencing election outcomes.
There are more subtle forms of election violence as distinct from direct and unsophisticated criminality. The former is even more lethal because it is hard to prosecute under criminal law.
It is easier to accuse any government of the time for political violence because the state holds a monopoly of legitimate violence. These coersive instruments includes state guns, prisons, powers of arrest and detention etc. The state-citizen contract permits this monopoly to be used on our behalf in return for collective security and prosperity. This legitimate violence hunts down our enemies and protect our peace. It is not political violence. It is too easy to falsely accuse the state when it is excersing its power.
Opposition parties do not yield legitimate violence.They may employ both direct and indirect violence.
Indirect violence is strategic violence. This is when a political party or other grouping falsely create a situation of mistrust, and ridicule of state institutions so as to cause loss of confidence in state organs. This sophisticated approach results in disobedience, unpatriotic behaviour and hate. That is a fertile ground for violence. It gears citizens to a mode of unrest. It prepares citizens for outright denial of election outcomes where the rulling party is in power. It also creates typical conditions for polarisation and violence. This makes the whole election system a fuss. Zimbabwe always goes into elections which are already marred by the opposition media.
Electoral violence includes any acts or threats of coercion, intimidation, or physical harm perpetrated to affect an electoral process or that arise in the context of electoral competition.
Political violence is violence which is perpetrated in order to achieve political goals and it has become common that Zimbabwean opposition has benefited very much in the dust and smoke of the violence. The Western world has always sponsored the violence and descended into the arena where they become part of the violence. They have assumed the role of peace keepers and observers. But their presence in the arena has clouded their eyes and they have become part to the violence.
The American ambassador to Zimbabwe was once intercepted on his way to Marsh Central where he was going to campaign against ZANU PF.
Even where there is no violence they will create it or simply condemn violence even if it’s not there.
The British member of Parliament and a Lord are known to be sneaking in the country to motivate and create the violence which they will generate.
The West is quick to classify criminal activities as political violence in order to discredit the elections and give the opposition power to fight on in their losing battle.
Election-related violence has significantly hindered the meaningful engagement of young people in electoral processes. Their mindset is planted on a belief that election means violence. Elections are one of the main pillars of democracy. However, elections can trigger violence when fundamental human rights such as the rights of association and expression are violated and when certain segments of society are unable to engage with political processes.
The opposition and their handlers control social media. The use of media including social media to intimidate and harass is an increasing form of election-related violence. It can also be used to create a fake violence to boost their arguments that they did not lose.
In countries with a history of electoral violence, young people are often involved as perpetrators or victims of the violence. That is because they are often used as foot soldiers by politicians and armed groups that want to disrupt polling. As long as youth are vulnerable for political and military exploitation they will be hindered from fully participating in electoral processes. 
ZANU PF is aware that Preventing the eruption of election-related violence is the way to preserve the integrity of elections and democratic systems is thus fundamental to a country’s long-term peace and stability. Reducing the risk of election-related violence is a complex proceeding that requires “[building] general trust among key players, including media, security services, political parties, civil society, and others in crisis prevention programmes.Therefore, political parties in conjunction with other electoral stakeholders, should take action to reduce the risks of electoral violence and enhance peoples’ sense of security and freedom in exercising their right to vote. 
The violent video from Mashonaland East Murehwa is a very bad example of Zimbabwe. It is not even what ZANU PF stands for. ZANU PF Mashonaland East chairperson Daniel Garwe (Moyo Muzukuru) says he was deeply pained by the brutal assault of several elderly Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) members in Murewa last week. “I am pained by what happened in this area…We said experts should go and investigate….Zanu PF does not tolerate violence, it’s a peaceful party. That’s the only party that brought peace, there’s no other party. In some countries you hear about terrorists and bombings, here there is peace. This peace was brought by Zanu PF.”
There is passive violence when it is not physical but still has results which are the same as other forms of violence.
Crying wolf when the coast is clear is another form of encouraging violence.
So violence can never go unnoticed. A growing fraction of the election violence seem to be breaking out on the Zimbabwean front and in the last few decades it has acquired a reputation as a hotbed of violence and warfare. Social conflict and political violence in Zimbabwe is a complex subject, this is because the violence is perpetrated by the victims who deliberately slap a sleeping lion and expect it to smile.contrary to the jarring images of violence and famine that tend to characterize Western imaginations, violent civil conflict is quite a rare phenomenon in Zimbabwe.
It is only blown out of proportion by the prophets of doom who always want to see Zimbabwe fail.
There is evidence that since ED Mnangagwa came to power cases of political violence disappeared. The hot cruel violence in Zimbabwe is prevalent only in the Western Newspapers.
The most talked about video which was circulating in the social media of elderly CCC members allegedly being beaten by ZANU PF youth has ignited the fire of decampaining ZANU PF.
The Western press and as we will all see in few days British parliament will be going to lunch with the allegation that political violence is caused by ZANU PF.
Political violence in Zimbabwe is said to be rising and more complex than before. But it is surprisingly witnessed only in the Western papers and having been reported by the CCC who have occupied the permanent victim cardholder position.
Outbreaks of election-related violence can be devastating, but experience has shown that they can be prevented if and only if the West does not exaggerate the situation on the ground. The need for improved efficiency of electoral violence early warning and prevention is increasingly undermined by those who make noise and confuse a criminal action and electoral violence. Good practices – developed nationally, regionally and globally – offer useful
understanding of the phenomenon and of what can be done to improve prevention and mitigation. The President of Zimbabwe has always supported the establishment of national infrastructures for peace, which are also mandated to coordinate early warning, prevention and mitigation of electoral violence, helps to ensure that the
impact of such efforts is maximised. The Zimbabwe Republic Police has acted professionally and have treated any form of violent seriously. They have arrested perpetrators of violence regardless of which party they come from.
Zimbabwe knows that Election-related violence represents an acute security and development challenge. To that end Zimbabwe has advocated for peace and tranquility. To those who are violent bent will always be found under the sting of the law. Calamity will be upon them. Violence causes human suffering and death, destroys local communities and infrastructure, creates economic hardship and harms peoples’ trust in democratic processes and institutions. So the president of Zimbabwe who is a lawyer himself is an ardent advocate of peace.
Zimbabwe is well aware that Violence around elections increasingly captures the attention of donors and practitioners, who invest growing resources into enhancing the safety and security of democratic practice.
Therefore it can not allow violence to manifest in Zimbabwe.
ZANU PF has always condemned violence. Accusing ZANU PF of violence is mischievous and totally provocative.
It is true that there are people who are expecting Zimbabwe to erupt into violence. We must be able to see that and stand for our country. Those who cause violence in the name of ZANU PF must be disowned. ZANU PF and violence must never be in the same sentence. We must actually be persuaded by the words of the president that violence has no place in Zimbabwe.
What happened in Murehwa must be condemned if it indeed happened. If it was acting the actors must be arrested. Our elections are our pride. We must not spoil them by allowing few misguided idiots to destroy the fruits of our liberation.
Zimbabwe is the only country we can call ours and we must protect it with our blood.

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Zim Woman Loses Husband & All Children To Boksburg Gas Tanker Explosion

By- A South African-based Zimbabwean woman, Audrey Mombeshora-Vushendibaba, lost her husband and two children to the Boksburg gas tanker explosion.

The tragedy happened two weeks ago in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The deceased are her husband Thomas (52), son Nathaniel (19) and Chiedza (26).

This leaves Audrey as the sole surviving member of the family.
Chiedza had just completed a post-graduate Diploma in Cosmetology and was due to graduate at the end of the month.
“The whole family is devastated. We were hoping she was going to make it and be the comforter to her mum.
“She was recovering well and it was only last week when she was taken into the intensive care unit. We received the bad news this (yesterday) morning,” said Sandra Mombeshora, Audrey’s young sister.
“Our hearts were still pained by the loss of Chiedza’s father and brother, and now this happens,” said the grieving Mombeshora.
Thomas was a qualified diesel plant fitter while his son Nathaniel had just completed his second-year studies in Bachelor of Education at the University of Johannesburg.
The son was also well-known in the music circles as a drummer. He was a member of the ZAOGA praise and worship team.
The father and son were buried at Elsburg Cemetery in Boksburg on December 31.
“We are yet to sit down as a family and decide on Chiedza’s burial arrangements, but she is most likely to be buried at Elsburg Cemetery where her father and brother lie,” said Mombeshora.
Mourners are gathered at number 40 Cedar Avenue, Plantation, Boksburg, South Africa.
The family is appealing for any material or financial help.
Financial assistance can be sent to S Mombeshora, FNB Aspire Current Account Number 62882538451, Branch Code: 250655.

Dudula Bars Foreign Learners From Attending Schools

By- A xenophobic and vigilante South African grouping Operation Dudula, said it would camp outside schools across Gauteng Province to prevent foreign children and teachers from being part of day one of school.

The schools across the province were scheduled to start their 2023 academic year on Wednesday, 11 January, following the festive break. Said Operation Dudula:

As schools re-open Operation Dudula will be intensifying its efforts to clamp down on undocumented foreign kids and foreign teachers in schools, in order to make sure that SA kids are prioritised in Gauteng schools and to make teaching jobs accessible to South Africans.

However, Operation Dudula did not specify which areas or schools they intend to pay a visit to. | The South African

Chinese Already Taken Everything, ED Tells Diaspora Come Get Lands During Independence Rituals


At a time when Chinese citizens have been granted absolute takeover rights over ancestsal lands in ways never seen since 1896, Emmerson Mnangagwa has asked diasporans to return get land deeds during the upcoming independence celebration period.

This was revealed during interviews with the African Diaspora Development Institute which is led by the disgraced former ambassador Dr Arikana Chihombori.

Chihombori was fired from her job over financial corruption.

“The land was liberated and it has never happened to anyone that way. Zimbabweans took their land so that they own it and farm.

“Zimbabwe has now become one of the biggest exporters in the world with blueberries being exported to Japan and lettuce to Dubai.

“That is incredible because it is getting bigger and larger as commercial farming increases and we as the ADDI plan to bring the diasporans here to understand that this is the country we want to invest in,” he said. He said the congress would attract Zimbabweans living in different parts of the world including Australia, South America, Caribbean, Europe and others and allow them to explore the country and take part in celebrating the greatest achievements of independence.

Mr Cook encouraged Africans to be part of development in their countries. “People living in diaspora have to come to their African countries. They have to come because they have no way that you will understand what is going on in Zimbabwe unless you come. For you to be on ground, you have to eat the food, smell the air and get to talk to your people. “That is what the Pan African Conference is about. We have a thousand people that are going to come to seek investment opportunities and to relate and get to know Zimbabwe and this will help to complement the Government’s economic growth efforts,” he added. He applauded Zimbabweans for being continuously patriotic in revamping their country adding that the political stability being experienced in the country would contribute to economic growth. “We as ADDI are doing is to complement the Government’s efforts. Zimbabwe is an ideal area of economic integration. It is beautiful, the land was liberated. It is time to come and make use of the stabilised country for Zimbabweans to pave way to permanent employment creations,” he said.

President of ADDI Dr Arikana Chihombori said Zimbabwe had the qualities of hosting the Pan African congress.

“The history making event is going to take place right here in Zimbabwe, the big house built on stones where people used to run for refuge. “Zimbabwe is a beautiful country to invest and live in. The spirits of those who were taken out of Africa as slaves must be brought back home and the Pan African Congress is going be held in Zimbabwe.” She said the congress would once and for all bring back the children of Africa, descendants of the formerly enslaved and those who left Africa in search of greener pastures.

“The history-making event is going to take place right here in Zimbabwe, the big house built on stones where people used to run for refuge,” Dr Chihombori said. She said that the congress was a path line in developing a structured roadmap to unity of purpose in developing African countries that succumbed to colonisation.

Fantan Slams Winky D

FANTAN’S VIEW ON EUREKA
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Fantan Dweet …..”Ndanga ndanzwa nevanhu vachiti ko sei ndakanyara iye mukuru akabuditsa dambarefu. Vamwe ndai ignore but since mibvunzo yawanda here is my point of view.

Yes I was excited to hear about the project. I was happy to see other artistes featuring for once pama gitare emukuru. This time he included other artists which was a dream come true for all of us, vaida kuonawo chimuti chichitambidzanwa from one generation to another and to see two generations combining.

But sa elder mu industry when you do certain projects you must enlighten the youths you engage zvizere kuti project riri funded and tave kuimba zvematongerwo enyika so that anopinda achida nemoyo wake munyaya dzacho.

Ini ndiri kutaura se munhu aka groomer and aka mentor most of the youths vari pa project iroro. Zvirikundirwadza to see them crying behind the scenes kuti takakandwa pasi pe bhazi nemukuru wedu kumagitare. Right now mukuru vaya vari ku Dubai ku Holiday ne family yavo zvavo zvakaita. Isusu now tava pama1 because some companies no longer want to associate with us because they dont want their brands associated ne politics of any nature.

As elders ibasa redu to groom, guide and protect vana. Its cruel kuti as an elder in a position yekuvimbiwa nevana unozovaitisa uchiziva kuti yako life irikufamba. This is my opinion hapana daka feel free to have your own opinion.

Anyway, have a blessed day to everyone. God bless you all. Together, tirimurudo rwemazvokwadi, we can take Zim music to the world.”

HavokZW #ENTBLOGGER #music #supportlocal #entertainment #afrobeats #ZimHipHop #zimdancehall #afropopmusic

Zimbabwean Man Bashed To Death In Botswana Prison

The Zimbabwean has since been identified as Michael Phuti, 31, whose known address in Botswana is Magapatona Ward in Tutume Village, which is about 50km from the Zimbabwe border.

Botswana Prison Service (BPS) spokesperson Senior Superintendent Oagile Kojane said the two inmates fought at around 23:00 and Phuti was rushed to hospital where he succumbed due to his injuries.

“The incident resulted in one inmate being seriously injured and [he] was immediately rushed to the Letsholathebe Memorial Hospital, where he, unfortunately, succumbed to his injuries,” he added.

The suspect has been identified as Osego Mosetlhane, 36, of Kgaphamadi Wadi in Gantsi.

Prison officials are yet to establish the circumstances that led to the incident.

The BPS called it an “unfortunate” incident and reassured the public it was in their interest to provide a safe environment for prisoners.

— News24

Chamisa Scared Of 2023 Elections, Says Mutsvangwa

CCC leader Nelson Chamisa has demonstrated his fear of elections as seen by his avoidance of establishing internal structures in his party, and his imposition of candidates for national polls, Zanu PF spokesperson Cde Christopher Mutsvangwa has said. Cde Mutsvangwa was responding to assertions by Mr Chamisa on his Twitter handle that President Mnangagwa was afraid of the forthcoming harmonised elections scheduled for later this year. “Actually, CCC’s Chamisa is transposing his phobias to hoodwink and grandstand as he hides his anxieties and fears,” he said.

“In the first instance, he dreads elections, structures, congresses the standard internal processes of his own party. “He equally imposes candidates in brazen avoidance of internal democratic processes. Charity begins at home. Otherwise he is himself the thief crying out ‘thief, thief’,” Cde Mutsvangwa said. He added that Zanu PF was preparing for the elections and had undergone internal processes as part of the preparations. The revolutionary party held its 7th National People’s Congress last year where President Mnangagwa was unanimously elected as the party’s First Secretary and President. He was also elected as the party’s presidential candidate for this year’s elections.

“On the other hand, Zanu PF has been fervently preparing for the 2023 harmonised elections. It has gone through all paces as a Party. It’s leader, President Mnangagwa has been on a demanding agenda selling himself to the electorate across the land. He is clearly geared and is in full election mode. Contrary to a wincing, whining and hectoring Chamisa of nondescript CCC party,” he said. The CCC is effectively a group of former leadership figures from the MDC and the groups that split from it, often on personal grounds but with no formal structure. While ZEC, on its limited criteria, accepts it and its logo as a party for polling purposes on the ballot, there is no party constitution, not even a declaration that it is a body corporate, no way of becoming a member, no membership list as there legally is no membership, and no way that supporters can be involved in selecting party leadership, writing party principles, or selecting party candidates for councils or constituencies- state media

Police Name Zimbabwean Man Killed In Botswana

The Zimbabwean has since been identified as Michael Phuti, 31, whose known address in Botswana is Magapatona Ward in Tutume Village, which is about 50km from the Zimbabwe border.

Botswana Prison Service (BPS) spokesperson Senior Superintendent Oagile Kojane said the two inmates fought at around 23:00 and Phuti was rushed to hospital where he succumbed due to his injuries.

“The incident resulted in one inmate being seriously injured and [he] was immediately rushed to the Letsholathebe Memorial Hospital, where he, unfortunately, succumbed to his injuries,” he added.

The suspect has been identified as Osego Mosetlhane, 36, of Kgaphamadi Wadi in Gantsi.

Prison officials are yet to establish the circumstances that led to the incident.

The BPS called it an “unfortunate” incident and reassured the public it was in their interest to provide a safe environment for prisoners.

— News24

Bullet Trains Coming To Zim-President Chamisa

Zimbabwe shall have bullet trains in line with emerging technology.

This was said by CCC leader President Nelson Chanisa.

In a statement on Twitter President Chamisa said:

When I proposed Bullet Trains for Zimbabwe in 2018,Mauritius,a country in SADC,didn’t have a train. Today #Isee they have one.Leadership makes things happen. It’s doable.

Visionary leadership enables it all. The Metro Express is a light rail public transport system in Mauritius. We will deliver even better in a New Great Zimbabwe.

Come, let’s do it! #ngaapinde #Kangene #ngaanjile

Cucsman Blasts DJ Fantan

Tinashe Sambiri|Prominent musician Cucsman has blasted DJ Fantan and Levels of Chillspot Records arguing the two are heartless.

DJ Fantan wrote a statement on Facebook accusing Winky D of hoodwinking young musicians.

This follows the launch of Winky D’s Eureka album – which denounces corruption and looting.

The album has shaken Zanu PF heavyweights.

In response Cucsman took a swipe at the Chillspot Records man for failing to appreciate the beauty of art.

See Cucsman’s statement :

Problem yema ghetto youths akawanda i lack of exposure to information and better things, so zvinhu zvavanoona se success zvinenge zviri zvinhu zvisina kana basa.

Zanupf takes advantage of such foolishness and ignorance ine vana ve Zimbabwe vakawanda , ndokusaka tiine vanhu vakaita sana Fantan Dweet vasingakwanise kuona the bigger picture pamadhiri eshanduko atinowanzotaura , in a normal economy FANTAN and Levels could be millionaires mu music industry, vakatanga kare ,but chavainacho chaicho chine musoro hapana.

By now Chillspot ingadei yave one of the biggest recording label with latest equipment, producing world class music but vachiri kungoshandisa basic stuff apa vachigadzira mat**zvi

https://fb.watch/h-qTn344rN/

Top ZIFA Official Dies

The local football has been plunged into mourning again following the death ZIFA’s Matabeleland North Provincial chairman Dennis Tshuma.

Tshuma was one of the longest-serving ZIFA councillors after starting his duties in 2003.

The football body said in a statement on Wednesday: “The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has learnt with great sadness about the passing of the ZIFA Matabeleland North Provincial Chairperson, Dennis Tshuma.

“Our heartfelt condolences go to the Tshuma family, friends and the whole football fraternity at large.

“Tshuma was one of the longest serving ZIFA councillors who served the association with great honour for two decades, having started his duties in 2003.

“Thoughts and prayers are with the family of the departed during this difficult time.”

Tshuma’s death comes less than a week after former Mighty Warriors forward Rufaro Machingura passed away at her home in Retreat Park, Harare.

Black Rhinos keeper Simbarashe Nkosi also died during the same week after complaining of chest pains.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Police Nab Masvingo Armed Robber

Zimbabwe Republic Police – ZRP in Masvingo have arrested a murder suspect who allegedly shot dead a tuckshop owner at his house at around 9pm in Sisk high density suburb. He was arrested after exchange fire with the police. He is expected to appear in court soon!

Man Cheats Death After Being Attacked By Leopard

A BRAVE Gwanda man escaped death by a whisker on Tuesday afternoon after he was attacked by a leopard while relieving himself in the bush.

James Chauke (25) is nursing wounds he sustained during his fierce struggle for his life with the leopard.

Some villagers claim he killed the leopard during the vicious fight.

This, however, has not been confirmed by the Parks and Wildlife authorities.

Narrating his ordeal, James, who is admitted to Gwanda Provincial Hospital, told H-Metro that he thought he was going to die after the big cat ambushed him.- H-Metro

Garwe Issues Chilling Warning To Opposition Supporters

ZANU PF Mashonaland East chairperson Daniel Garwe says he was deeply pained by the brutal assault of several elderly Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) members in Murewa last week.

His comment came after a video of suspected ruling party supporters assaulting the opposition supporters went viral on social media platforms last week.

Addressing party supporters on Tuesday at Matututu shopping centre in Murewa North, Garwe said: “My colleagues, I am pained by what happened in this area. It’s something which nobody here can explain what transpired because we were not all there. We said experts should go and investigate.

“Zanu PF does not tolerate violence, it’s a peaceful party. That’s the only party that brought peace, there’s no other party. In some countries you hear about terrorists and bombings, here there is peace. This peace was brought by Zanu PF.”

He continued: “President [Emmerson Mnangagwa] is today preaching that we should live in peace, forgive each other and get united. The war veterans say ‘united we conquer’.”

Top Zanu PF party officials such as former State Security minister Owen Ncube have, however, been chided for threatening opposition members. CCC leader Nelson Chamisa has also been openly threatened with death by known Zanu PF functionaries.

Last year, Garwe himself was also recorded issuing a chilling warning against CCC supporters, while addressing party members in Seke.

At the Seke rally, Garwe said the ruling party will do anything to ensure Mnangagwa is re-elected.

“President Mnangagwa said the country does not tolerate violence, but if they (opposition) provoke us, definitely we are going to fight them and deal with them accordingly,” Garwe said in Seke last year.

“We are preparing a whip for all those who insult Mnangagwa as we are preparing for our 2023 elections. Don’t keep quiet if someone insults your President, we have to fight back and defend him.”

CCC deputy spokesperson Felix Mafa Sibanda told NewsDay that Zanu PF under the hood, encourages violence.

“Zanu PF has a tradition to tell people to turn right , yet it turns left. If we don’t have any change of mindset from Zanu PF, the 2023 elections will be bloody more than other eras in the history of Zimbabwe,” Mafa-sibanda said.

Meanwhile, massive divisions have rocked Zanu PF in Murewa district with a faction reportedly against the move to attack opposition party members.

— NewsDay

Factionalism Rocks Zanu PF

ZANU PF Mashonaland East chairperson Daniel Garwe says he was deeply pained by the brutal assault of several elderly Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) members in Murewa last week.

His comment came after a video of suspected ruling party supporters assaulting the opposition supporters went viral on social media platforms last week.

Addressing party supporters on Tuesday at Matututu shopping centre in Murewa North, Garwe said: “My colleagues, I am pained by what happened in this area. It’s something which nobody here can explain what transpired because we were not all there. We said experts should go and investigate.

“Zanu PF does not tolerate violence, it’s a peaceful party. That’s the only party that brought peace, there’s no other party. In some countries you hear about terrorists and bombings, here there is peace. This peace was brought by Zanu PF.”

He continued: “President [Emmerson Mnangagwa] is today preaching that we should live in peace, forgive each other and get united. The war veterans say ‘united we conquer’.”

Top Zanu PF party officials such as former State Security minister Owen Ncube have, however, been chided for threatening opposition members. CCC leader Nelson Chamisa has also been openly threatened with death by known Zanu PF functionaries.

Last year, Garwe himself was also recorded issuing a chilling warning against CCC supporters, while addressing party members in Seke.

At the Seke rally, Garwe said the ruling party will do anything to ensure Mnangagwa is re-elected.

“President Mnangagwa said the country does not tolerate violence, but if they (opposition) provoke us, definitely we are going to fight them and deal with them accordingly,” Garwe said in Seke last year.

“We are preparing a whip for all those who insult Mnangagwa as we are preparing for our 2023 elections. Don’t keep quiet if someone insults your President, we have to fight back and defend him.”

CCC deputy spokesperson Felix Mafa Sibanda told NewsDay that Zanu PF under the hood, encourages violence.

“Zanu PF has a tradition to tell people to turn right , yet it turns left. If we don’t have any change of mindset from Zanu PF, the 2023 elections will be bloody more than other eras in the history of Zimbabwe,” Mafa-sibanda said.

Meanwhile, massive divisions have rocked Zanu PF in Murewa district with a faction reportedly against the move to attack opposition party members.

— NewsDay

Mnangagwa Minister “Bribes” Witness In Farm Inputs Theft Case

By- Fired former Agriculture deputy minister Douglas Karoro is likely to escape jail after a key witness has exonerated him from the charges of corruptly acquiring 700 bags of fertilisers from GMB Mushumbi Pools under the Presidential Inputs Scheme before selling them in Harare saying he had never met him or transacted with him in the alleged deal.
Mr Widdorn Chiodza exonerated Karoro while testifying in the ongoing trial where Karoro is jointly charged with GMB Mushumbi Pools depot manager Lovejoy Ngowe, Jeremy Phiri, Mugove Chidamba and Dean Dzimunya on fraud charges.
The inputs were set to benefit farmers in Mbire constituency under the Presidential Inputs Scheme.
Mr Chiodza told Harare regional magistrate Mrs Marehwanazvo Gofa that he was not aware of the role that Karoro played in the deal, as he only saw his name written on the dispatch voucher and then went to collect the fertiliser at Mushumbi Pools Depot.
He gave the piece of evidence after being asked by prosecutor Mr George Manokore to outline the role played by each person in the alleged offence.
Chiodza also told the court that he met Chidamba when he attempted to recover the fertiliser and the deal soured.
He said Ngowe was the one who gave him the dispatch voucher.
Chiodza testified that he gave Phiri US$10 000 for the fertilisers before he instructed Dzimunya to escort him to collect the inputs from Mushumbi Pools depot.
The five are denying the charges.
The matter continues tomorrow with Mr Admire Rubaya and Mr Batanai Pesanayi cross-examining Chiodza.

Two More Zanu PF Thugs Arrested Over Mrewa CCC Supporters Brutal Attacks

By- Police said they had arrested two more Zanu PF thugs in connection with the assault of elderly CCC supporters in Murewa.

Police Paul Nyathi said the arrested Zanu PF thugs are Paul Kachigu (34) and Dignity Nadzo (31).

Said Nyathi:
Reference is made to the ZRP’s press statement dated 10/01/23. The ZRP confirms the arrest of two other suspects, Paul Kachigu (34) and Dignity Nadzo (31) in connection with the case of alleged political violence which occurred in Murewa North on 06/01/23.
Investigations are underway to account for the other suspects.

The brutal assault, filmed by one of the assailants, showed elderly opposition supporters being flogged, kicked and stepped on for supporting CCC.

Prominent Mental Health Doctor Dies

By- Popular and renowned mental health professional and therapist Dr. Nyarai Paweni has died.

Dr. Paweni passed away at Dandaro Hospital after experiencing “pain and anguish” for several weeks, tweeted one, Never Dabuka Mhlanga.

A Twitter user using the handle @2BrokeTwimbos said Dr. Paweni personally helped save a number of lives and assisted countless more people. 

The notice reads:

Hey guys. It’s with heavy hearts that we share that Dr. Nyarai Paweni – our favourite doc has passed away.

Doctor Nyarai and Wired2Love&Thrive made our Mental Wellness Mondays segment possible and over the 2 years that we worked together, she personally helped save a number of lives and assisted countless more people with her work as a mental health professional and therapist.

We are heartbroken and we’ll miss her immensely. We are waiting on more information from her family regarding arrangements and any support they might need.

If you would like to assist please DM us. We also ask that anyone who was receiving care from Dr. Nyarai via our podcast reach out to us so we can make arrangements to ensure you still get the assistance that Dr. Nyarai had dedicated her life to providing.

Jaure Speaks On DeMbare Departure

Former Dynamos captain Partson Jaure has broken silence on his departure from the club, saying although he is not bitter, he did not expect his career at the Harare gaints to end that way.

The former Warriors defender was shown the exit door by DeMbare when his contract expired on December 31.

Despite having a decent season last year when Dynamos finished third in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League, the club’s leadership wrote to Jaure informing him that his stay in the blue half of the capital would not be extended.

The former University of Pretoria star said he has no resentment towards the DeMbare hierarchy.

“As footballers we are used to these kinds of disappointments. It’s part of football and life in general,” Jaure told NewsDay Sport.

“Maybe it’s actually a blessing in disguise for me, who knows.”

“I wasn’t expecting this low key end to my tenure at Dynamos, a club that I have given my all. But I’m not bitter. Like I said its life and I’m okay with it. What matters now is I can still play soccer so there are always other teams that I can join and be able to feed my family. If I had not found another team, maybe I was going to be depressed, but as it stands I will be playing football next season so I’m happy,” he added.

Last season, Dynamos started the season well but fluffed their lines halfway through and eventually finished behind champions FC Platinum and second-placed Chicken Inn but Jaure said he tried his best to lead the Harare giants to the league title.

“I tried my best last season to lead the team to the championship, unfortunately we failed to win it. I’m wishing them the best next season and in the future,” said Jaure.

“Dynamos remains my team and I will always support them. I really enjoyed my time during the two stints I had with them,” he added.

Jaure is set to join Premiership debutants Simba Bhora and reunite with former DeMbare coach Tonderai Ndiraya.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

ZIFA Official Dies

The local football has been plunged into mourning again following the death ZIFA’s Matabeleland North Provincial chairman Dennis Tshuma.

Tshuma was one of the longest-serving ZIFA councillors after starting his duties in 2003.

The football body said in a statement on Wednesday: “The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has learnt with great sadness about the passing of the ZIFA Matabeleland North Provincial Chairperson, Dennis Tshuma.

“Our heartfelt condolences go to the Tshuma family, friends and the whole football fraternity at large.

“Tshuma was one of the longest serving ZIFA councillors who served the association with great honour for two decades, having started his duties in 2003.

“Thoughts and prayers are with the family of the departed during this difficult time.”

Tshuma’s death comes less than a week after former Mighty Warriors forward Rufaro Machingura passed away at her home in Retreat Park, Harare.

Black Rhinos keeper Simbarashe Nkosi also died during the same week after complaining of chest pains.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Key Information About Diabetes

World Diabetes Day provides an opportunity to raise awareness of diabete as a global public health issue and what needs to be done, collectively and individually, for better prevention, diagnosis and management of the condition.

This year’s theme, ‘access to diabetes education’, underpins the larger multi-year theme of ‘access to care’.

In the lead-up to and on 14 November, WHO will highlight not only the challenges, but more importantly the solutions, to scaling-up access to diabetes medicines and care.

WHO’s World Diabetes Day activities will cover issues ranging from championing the priorities of people living with diabetes in advocacy to the Global Diabetes Compact, which drives efforts globally to reduce the risk of diabetes and ensure access to treatment and care.

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Leopard Attacks Man While Relieving Self In Bush

A BRAVE Gwanda man escaped death by a whisker on Tuesday afternoon after he was attacked by a leopard while relieving himself in the bush.

James Chauke (25) is nursing wounds he sustained during his fierce struggle for his life with the leopard.

Some villagers claim he killed the leopard during the vicious fight.

This, however, has not been confirmed by the Parks and Wildlife authorities.

Narrating his ordeal, James, who is admitted to Gwanda Provincial Hospital, told H-Metro that he thought he was going to die after the big cat ambushed him.- H-Metro

BREAKING: Man Thrown Off 8th Floor Monomotapa Hotel, Mnangagwa Death-Style

By Farai D Hove | An unidentified died this morning after allegedly jumping off the 8th floor of Monomotapa Crown Plaza, Harare this morning, in a suspected case of suicide.

Monomotapa Hotel

The incident happened a few hundred yards from another one in the 80s that involved ZANU PF leader Emmerson Mnangagwa who threw off a love rival, Godfrey Majonga.

Ngarivhume Back In Court

The President of Transform Zimbabwe and Convener of the July 31st Protests, Jacob Ngarivhume, is back in court today after countless false starts to his trial.

Since arrest in 2020, the state has been dilly-dallying, postponing trial at every siting.

There is absolutely no evidence to sustain their frivolous charges of incitement to commit public violence.

6This is law fare at its best. It’s now apparent the captured judicial service system can not deliver a fair trial.- Transform Zimbabwe

Nation Building Our Priority: President Chamisa

Zimbabwe shall have bullet trains in line with emerging technology.

This was said by CCC leader President Nelson Chanisa.

In a statement on Twitter President Chamisa said:

When I proposed Bullet Trains for Zimbabwe in 2018,Mauritius,a country in SADC,didn’t have a train. Today #Isee they have one.Leadership makes things happen. It’s doable.

Visionary leadership enables it all. The Metro Express is a light rail public transport system in Mauritius. We will deliver even better in a New Great Zimbabwe.

Come, let’s do it! #ngaapinde #Kangene #ngaanjile

DJ Fantan Heartless: Cucsman

Tinashe Sambiri|Prominent musician Cucsman has blasted DJ Fantan and Levels of Chillspot Records arguing the two are heartless.

DJ Fantan wrote a statement on Facebook accusing Winky D of hoodwinking young musicians.

This follows the launch of Winky D’s Eureka album – which denounces corruption and looting.

The album has shaken Zanu PF heavyweights.

In response Cucsman took a swipe at the Chillspot Records man for failing to appreciate the beauty of art.

See Cucsman’s statement :

Problem yema ghetto youths akawanda i lack of exposure to information and better things, so zvinhu zvavanoona se success zvinenge zviri zvinhu zvisina kana basa.

Zanupf takes advantage of such foolishness and ignorance ine vana ve Zimbabwe vakawanda , ndokusaka tiine vanhu vakaita sana Fantan Dweet vasingakwanise kuona the bigger picture pamadhiri eshanduko atinowanzotaura , in a normal economy FANTAN and Levels could be millionaires mu music industry, vakatanga kare ,but chavainacho chaicho chine musoro hapana.

By now Chillspot ingadei yave one of the biggest recording label with latest equipment, producing world class music but vachiri kungoshandisa basic stuff apa vachigadzira mat**zvi

https://fb.watch/h-qTn344rN/

TIMB Wields Axe On Leanrise Tobacco For Side Marketing, Leasing License To Another Entity

By A Correspondent| The Tobacco Industry Marketing Board (TIMB) has cancelled Leanrise Tobacco Private Limited’s contract buying license after being found guilty on charges of engaging in side marketing.

In its 12 December 2022 dated letter to Leanrise Chief Executive Officer Rhonwell Danga, TIMB Acting Chief Executive Officer, Emmanuel Matsvaire accused the company of leasing its contract buying license to a company called Munyasha Tobacco.

“It is allefed that you committed an offence in terms of Section 81 (4) of the Tobacco Industry and Marketing Act (Chapter 18:20)

“In that you have contravened the conditions of the licence issued to yourself under the Act by leasing your contract buying licence to Munyasha Tobacco P/L thereby directly facilitating the buying of tobacco by a person without a licence,” said Matsvaire.

In their response, Leanrise through their lawyers Murambasvina Legal Practice hit back accusing TIMB of incorrect application of Section 81(4) which they said did not specify the conduct prohibited.

“An analysis of s 81(4) of the Act reveals that in terms of this provision, there is no conduct, which is specifically prohibited. Rather this provision just declares guilty a person who acts contrary to express conditions of an authority, licence or permit,” said Leanrise.

The company further accused TIMB of failing to inform them of express conditions of their licence that they were acting in contrary to.

“However, your letter seems to suggest that we are leasing our licence to Munyasha Tobacco P/L thereby directly facilitating the buying of tobacco by a person without a licence.

“Firstly, this is not a breach of an express implied condition of our licence. Please note that any tobacco purchased by the use of the Leanrise licence is tobacco purchased for Leanrise. In any event, the Leanrise licence cannot be used to purchase tobacco from growers who are not contracted with Leanrise.

“We are not side marketing and there is nothing to substantiate any allegation of such nature,” said Leanrise.

The company further defended itself saying it is entitled to have agents who use their licence to advance their business.

“In the instance, Munyasha Tobacco P/L is our agent and it is advancing the interest of our business. You have not established their conduct that violates any provisions, which we therefore become liable to,” added Leanrise.

However, Leanrise’s defense could not save them as, TIMB proceeding to cancel their buying licence putting an end to the drama that started as far back as August 2022.

“After considering the contents therein, your justification for leasing your license to Munyasha Agro Pvt Ltd and all circumstances surrounding the matter, the Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board has decided to cancel your license in terms of the Tobacco Industry and Marketing (Prohibition of side marketing) Regulations, 2022 SI 77 of 2022

“Kindly note that, effective immediately, you nolonger have any rights or obligations flowing from a tobacco contract buyers’ licence,” said Matsvaire.

Shut Up, Support Your Zanu PF Quietly, Cucsman Tells DJ Fantan

Tinashe Sambiri|Prominent musician Cucsman has blasted DJ Fantan and Levels of Chillspot Records arguing the two are heartless.

DJ Fantan wrote a statement on Facebook accusing Winky D of hoodwinking young musicians.

This follows the launch of Winky D’s Eureka album – which denounces corruption and looting.

The album has shaken Zanu PF heavyweights.

In response Cucsman took a swipe at the Chillspot Records man for failing to appreciate the beauty of art.

See Cucsman’s statement :

Problem yema ghetto youths akawanda i lack of exposure to information and better things, so zvinhu zvavanoona se success zvinenge zviri zvinhu zvisina kana basa.

Zanupf takes advantage of such foolishness and ignorance ine vana ve Zimbabwe vakawanda , ndokusaka tiine vanhu vakaita sana Fantan Dweet vasingakwanise kuona the bigger picture pamadhiri eshanduko atinowanzotaura , in a normal economy FANTAN and Levels could be millionaires mu music industry, vakatanga kare ,but chavainacho chaicho chine musoro hapana.

By now Chillspot ingadei yave one of the biggest recording label with latest equipment, producing world class music but vachiri kungoshandisa basic stuff apa vachigadzira mat**zvi

https://fb.watch/h-qTn344rN/

Breaking : Police Arrest Murder Suspect In Masvingo

Zimbabwe Republic Police – ZRP in Masvingo have arrested a murder suspect who allegedly shot dead a tuckshop owner at his house at around 9pm in Sisk high density suburb. He was arrested after exchange fire with the police. He is expected to appear in court soon!- Media Centre Masvingo

Man who allegedly shot and killed a tuckshop owner in Masvingo has been arrested

Bullet Trains A Reality- President Chamisa

Zimbabwe shall have bullet trains in line with emerging technology.

This was said by CCC leader President Nelson Chanisa.

In a statement on Twitter President Chamisa said:

When I proposed Bullet Trains for Zimbabwe in 2018,Mauritius,a country in SADC,didn’t have a train. Today #Isee they have one.Leadership makes things happen. It’s doable.

Visionary leadership enables it all. The Metro Express is a light rail public transport system in Mauritius. We will deliver even better in a New Great Zimbabwe.

Come, let’s do it! #ngaapinde #Kangene #ngaanjile

Warrant Of Arrest For Top Senior Army Official

By A Correspondent| A group captain with the Airforce of Zimbabwe has been issued with a warrant of arrest after he failed to turn up for a court case in which he accused of reportedly bashing his lover’s former husband.

George Ngundu who is stated at Staff College at Josiah Magama Tongogara recently appeared before a Concession magistrate facing allegations of assaulting Christopher Makwezva

He is out of custody.

Allegations are that on December 4, at around 1 pm in 2019 at Valley Shops in Concession, the accused, George assaulted Christopher using fists several times.

The State alleges that, on the day in question, the complainant had gone for a prize giving day for his daughter at a school in the same area when he was assaulted.

It is alleged that, Christoper saw George at the shopping centre and confronted him over his extra marital affair with his wife Faith Kanyamura.

At the height of an altercation, George charged towards, the defenceless complainant and punched him several times.

Further allegations are that, the complainant tried to pick a stone before his wife pulled him from the back prompting the accused to disappear from the scene.

Following the alleged attack, he told his in-laws who advised him to make a police report leading to the arrest of the accused.

His t-shirt was also torn in the circumstances.

Koffi Olomide Returns To Zimbabwe

International acclaimed Congolese musician, Koffi Olomide is set to perform in Zimbabwe this April.

The ‘Selfie’ hit-maker, whose last performance in Zimbabwe was in 2018, returns on April 15, for a show in the mining town of Kadoma.

“We want to close summer on a high note with Koffi Olomide and two other headlining acts that will be confirmed later on. We like being diverse and changing genres on offer,’’ said show organiser Ms Kudzai Chipengo.

The show comes two years after the Rhumba maestro collaborated with Zimbabwean star, Roki on the song Patati Patata featuring Tanzania’s Rayvanny.

-State Media

ZESA MONEY FOR SHOES: Wicknell Chivayo Walks Home With Extra US$22mln Cash

Wicknel Chivayo with Emmerson Mnangagwa

Intratrek Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd and its managing director Wicknell Chivayo has succeeded in the US$22 million damages claim for breach and repudiation of contract against Zimbabwe Power Company after a fully contested trial that lasted one month in September 2022.

The agreement was signed subsequent to a successful tender bid, for the engineering, procurement, and construction of a 1000MW Gwanda Solar Power Station Project which INTRATREK ZIMBABWE (PVT) LTD was awarded as the lowest compliant bidder to specification out of 6 bidders at a cost of USD$173 million. In his judgement, Justice Siyabonga Paul Msithu criticised ZPC for frustrating its contractor who won the project in an open tender having gone through a fair and thorough process sanctioned by the then State Procurement Board.

His body language and composure were consistent with one who told the truth. After the tender award by SPB, Cabinet subsequently approved the project for implementation in phases starting with 10 MW and then 90 MW but still ZPC ignored all ministerial directives from its principal shareholder the Government. According to the joint report done by ZPC and INTRATREK all pre-commencement works equivalent to the advance payment of US$5 million dollars was completed and ZPC owes INTRATREK US$693 thousand dollars with work valued at US$1 191 374 million dollars not paid for and yet to be executed. INTRATREK sought a declaration that the procurement contract for Engineering, Procurement and Construction (“EPC”) of the 100MW Gwanda Solar Project (ZPC 304/2015) as amended is valid and binding between the parties. Consequent to the declaration, Intratrek applied for a decree of specific performance, in the alternative damages for breach of contract in the sum of US$22 million.

ZPC resisted the claim and initially counterclaimed for a declaration that the EPC contract was invalid as the conditions precedent were not satisfied. It also claimed damages for breach of contract predicated on alleged misrepresentation in the sum of USD$93,000,000 and a further USD$3,310,736.30. However, at the commencement of the trial, ZPC withdrew its allegations of misrepresentation and the allied damages claim. The judgement handed down this morning by Justice Priscilla Munangati-Monongwa read “EPC contract is hereby declared valid and extant. An order for specific performance is hereby issued. ZPC’s claims in reconvention are hereby dismissed.” INTRATREK Zimbabwe was represented by Advocate Lewis Uriri and Advocate Taona Nyamakura instructed by Manase & Manase Legal Practitioners while ZPC was represented by Advocate Daniel Tivadar instructed by Muvingi and Mugadza Law Firm.-state media

Boy (4) Dies In Accident

A four-year-old boy died on the spot while 38 other passengers were injured when an AVM bus they were travelling in veered off a strip road along the Mberengwa-Mataga road before it plunged into a small bridge and landed on its roof.

Midlands Provincial Police spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, who confirmed the incident which occurred yesterday around 5pm, said the bus which was being driven by one John Takura (35 ) was coming from Zvishavane on its way to Mataga in Mberengwa.

“The injured were taken to Mnene Mission Hospital while others were taken to Mberengwa District Hospital,” he said.

— Herald

One Dies In Mberengwa Accident

A four-year-old boy died on the spot while 38 other passengers were injured when an AVM bus they were travelling in veered off a strip road along the Mberengwa-Mataga road before it plunged into a small bridge and landed on its roof.

Midlands Provincial Police spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, who confirmed the incident which occurred yesterday around 5pm, said the bus which was being driven by one John Takura (35 ) was coming from Zvishavane on its way to Mataga in Mberengwa.

“The injured were taken to Mnene Mission Hospital while others were taken to Mberengwa District Hospital,” he said.

— Herald

Mnangagwa Donates Ambulance To Zvobgo Mission Clinic

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has donated an ambulance to Shonganiso Clinic which is part of Shonganiso Mission fulfilling his pledge following a request by Professor Rungano Zvobgo during his installation and ordination as Bishop of the African Reformed Church.

Professor Zvobgo, who is Great Zimbabwe University Vice Chancellor, was anointed to lead the church by his late father Bishop Jonas Mudadirwa Zvobgo to succeed him having founded the church during the colonial era.

Speaking while receiving the ambulance at State House today, Prof Zvobgo applauded President Mnangagwa for being a man of his word.

“I am really over excited. This is one of the clear indications of Second Republic’s connectivity and connections with the generality of the people.

“This Government takes churches very seriously particularly African churches, as you know prior to independence African churches were looked down by the whites with suspicion but now we are exalted,” he said.

— Herald

Zvobgo “Glorifies” Mnangagwa

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has donated an ambulance to Shonganiso Clinic which is part of Shonganiso Mission fulfilling his pledge following a request by Professor Rungano Zvobgo during his installation and ordination as Bishop of the African Reformed Church.

Professor Zvobgo, who is Great Zimbabwe University Vice Chancellor, was anointed to lead the church by his late father Bishop Jonas Mudadirwa Zvobgo to succeed him having founded the church during the colonial era.

Speaking while receiving the ambulance at State House today, Prof Zvobgo applauded President Mnangagwa for being a man of his word.

“I am really over excited. This is one of the clear indications of Second Republic’s connectivity and connections with the generality of the people.

“This Government takes churches very seriously particularly African churches, as you know prior to independence African churches were looked down by the whites with suspicion but now we are exalted,” he said.

— Herald

Emmerson Mnangagwa Loses Sleep Over Power Of Ball Point

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is afraid of the ball point pen.

This was said by CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa on Tuesday.

The CCC leader also strongly condemned violence.

See statement below:

On the power of the Vote!

Fellow Zimbabweans your vote is your power.

We call you to take this important step and REGISTER to VOTE

To rebuild our country- we will need to you and everyone around you to vote and vote for Change.

Your individual vote matter and can be a decisive factor in the battle to win Zimbabwe for change.

RegisterToVoteZW

https://fb.watch/h_1SCl12lr/

Voting Works: President Chamisa

On the power of the Vote!

Fellow Zimbabweans your vote is your power.

We call you to take this important step and REGISTER to VOTE

To rebuild our country- we will need to you and everyone around you to vote and vote for Change.

Your individual vote matter and can be a decisive factor in the battle to win Zimbabwe for change.

RegisterToVoteZW

https://fb.watch/h_1SCl12lr/

Mnangagwa To Be Defeated By Ball Point

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is afraid of the ball point pen.

This was said by CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa on Tuesday.

The CCC leader also strongly condemned violence.

See statement below:

On the power of the Vote!

Fellow Zimbabweans your vote is your power.

We call you to take this important step and REGISTER to VOTE

To rebuild our country- we will need to you and everyone around you to vote and vote for Change.

Your individual vote matter and can be a decisive factor in the battle to win Zimbabwe for change.

RegisterToVoteZW

https://fb.watch/h_1SCl12lr/

Fantan Atttacks Winky D

FANTAN’S VIEW ON EUREKA
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Fantan Dweet …..”Ndanga ndanzwa nevanhu vachiti ko sei ndakanyara iye mukuru akabuditsa dambarefu. Vamwe ndai ignore but since mibvunzo yawanda here is my point of view.

Yes I was excited to hear about the project. I was happy to see other artistes featuring for once pama gitare emukuru. This time he included other artists which was a dream come true for all of us, vaida kuonawo chimuti chichitambidzanwa from one generation to another and to see two generations combining.

But sa elder mu industry when you do certain projects you must enlighten the youths you engage zvizere kuti project riri funded and tave kuimba zvematongerwo enyika so that anopinda achida nemoyo wake munyaya dzacho.

Ini ndiri kutaura se munhu aka groomer and aka mentor most of the youths vari pa project iroro. Zvirikundirwadza to see them crying behind the scenes kuti takakandwa pasi pe bhazi nemukuru wedu kumagitare. Right now mukuru vaya vari ku Dubai ku Holiday ne family yavo zvavo zvakaita. Isusu now tava pama1 because some companies no longer want to associate with us because they dont want their brands associated ne politics of any nature.

As elders ibasa redu to groom, guide and protect vana. Its cruel kuti as an elder in a position yekuvimbiwa nevana unozovaitisa uchiziva kuti yako life irikufamba. This is my opinion hapana daka feel free to have your own opinion.

Anyway, have a blessed day to everyone. God bless you all. Together, tirimurudo rwemazvokwadi, we can take Zim music to the world.”

HavokZW #ENTBLOGGER #music #supportlocal #entertainment #afrobeats #ZimHipHop #zimdancehall #afropopmusic

Latest On Nakamba Fall From Grace

Aston Villa have been linked with a new central midfielder in this transfer window.

According to Mirror, the Birmingham-based club is looking to make a surprise move for Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny.

The report claims that Emery wants his club to make a bid for Elneny in the region of £6m.

The Egyptian midfielder is into the final six months of his contract at the Emirates Stadium though the Gunners have the option to extend his stay by a further 12 months.

The proposed signing of the Egyptian could push Marvelous Nakamba down the pecking order.

Nakamba hasn’t played a competitive game this season and sometimes is dropped from the matchday squad.

Meanwhile, Villa are also said to have identified Juventus central midfielder Winston McKennie as another target to reinforce the midfield department.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Kore Tears Into Emmerson Mnangagwa

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC vice president Hon Lynette Karenyi- Kore has slammed Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa for manipulating church leaders to score political marks.

Hon Karenyi-Kore made the remarks at the burial of CCC change champion Vincent Jaricha in Bikita on Monday.

Jaricha was CCC’s District Elections Officer for Bikita West cluster.

“Violence against the elderly cannot be tolerated. We don’t want violence in the country.

We want peace in Zimbabwe, thousands are on their knees praying for peace in Zimbabwe.

As citizens we will not retaliate. Zanu PF hoodlums are provocative but let us remain calm.

It’s sad to note that he ( Mr Mnangagwa) is now manipulating church leaders. It’s a sign of desperation.

We want freed of worship in the country,” said Hon Karenyi-Kore.

Tribute To Change Champion Vincent Jaricha

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC vice president Hon Lynette Karenyi- Kore has slammed Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa for manipulating church leaders to score political marks.

Hon Karenyi-Kore made the remarks at the burial of CCC change champion Vincent Jaricha in Bikita on Monday.

Jaricha was CCC’s District Elections Officer for Bikita West cluster.

“Violence against the elderly cannot be tolerated. We don’t want violence in the country.

We want peace in Zimbabwe, thousands are on their knees praying for peace in Zimbabwe.

As citizens we will not retaliate. Zanu PF hoodlums are provocative but let us remain calm.

It’s sad to note that he ( Mr Mnangagwa) is now manipulating church leaders. It’s a sign of desperation.

We want freed of worship in the country,” said Hon Karenyi-Kore.

Chivayo Wins USD19mln Lawsuit Against Govt On Top Of USD5mln ‘Loot’

Wicknel Chivayo with Emmerson Mnangagwa

Intratrek Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd and its managing director Wicknell Chivayo has succeeded in the US$22 million damages claim for breach and repudiation of contract against Zimbabwe Power Company after a fully contested trial that lasted one month in September 2022.

 

The agreement was signed subsequent to a successful tender bid, for the engineering, procurement, and construction of a 1000MW Gwanda Solar Power Station Project which INTRATREK ZIMBABWE (PVT) LTD was awarded as the lowest compliant bidder to specification out of 6 bidders at a cost of USD$173 million. In his judgement, Justice Siyabonga Paul Msithu criticised ZPC for frustrating its contractor who won the project in an open tender having gone through a fair and thorough process sanctioned by the then State Procurement Board.

His body language and composure were consistent with one who told the truth. After the tender award by SPB, Cabinet subsequently approved the project for implementation in phases starting with 10 MW and then 90 MW but still ZPC ignored all ministerial directives from its principal shareholder the Government. According to the joint report done by ZPC and INTRATREK all pre-commencement works equivalent to the advance payment of US$5 million dollars was completed and ZPC owes INTRATREK US$693 thousand dollars with work valued at US$1 191 374 million dollars not paid for and yet to be executed. INTRATREK sought a declaration that the procurement contract for Engineering, Procurement and Construction (“EPC”) of the 100MW Gwanda Solar Project (ZPC 304/2015) as amended is valid and binding between the parties. Consequent to the declaration, Intratrek applied for a decree of specific performance, in the alternative damages for breach of contract in the sum of US$22 million.

ZPC resisted the claim and initially counterclaimed for a declaration that the EPC contract was invalid as the conditions precedent were not satisfied. It also claimed damages for breach of contract predicated on alleged misrepresentation in the sum of USD$93,000,000 and a further USD$3,310,736.30. However, at the commencement of the trial, ZPC withdrew its allegations of misrepresentation and the allied damages claim. The judgement handed down this morning by Justice Priscilla Munangati-Monongwa read “EPC contract is hereby declared valid and extant. An order for specific performance is hereby issued. ZPC’s claims in reconvention are hereby dismissed.” INTRATREK Zimbabwe was represented by Advocate Lewis Uriri and Advocate Taona Nyamakura instructed by Manase & Manase Legal Practitioners while ZPC was represented by Advocate Daniel Tivadar instructed by Muvingi and Mugadza Law Firm.-state media

Gaffa Ignores Zanu PF Noise, Hails Fans Supporting Eureka

By-Zimdancehall king Winky D has ignored the noise from Zanu PF over his new project and expressed his gratitude to all artistes featured on the album.

Winky D on Wednesday posted on YouTube the final track on his album titled “O-Peter Friend” featuring Nutty O.
Musicians who collaborated with Winky D on Eureka include the aforementioned Nutty O, Exq, Killer T, Dr Chaii, Tocky Vibes, Enzo Ishall and Holy Ten, among others.
Posting on Facebook, Winky D also thanked his fans who embraced the album. He wrote:
The Eureka music ship has now reached its destination. We will never take for granted the diligent musical efforts by all the artists who featured on the album.
We indeed learned a lot from each other’s vibes. Heartfelt appreciation is due to the instrumentalists, producers and engineers of the album who continued to offer a dependable work culture. Their attention and dedication were such a blessing.
And to you, the music community, whose hearts, minds and souls were the destination, your response to the music continues to show that you truly are a music community of the highest order and pedigree.
I hope that Eureka Eureka touched your hearts and souls to the purest spiritual, emotional and physical heights and depths.
Thank you for sharing the kindness of your hearts by streaming the music, and, for your acceptance to connect with me on the album content.
I owe you my deepest gratitude for dedicating your time and resources to listening to the music on the album.
Till the next album, we say Eureka Eureka.

Zimbabwean Given Farm In UK While Mnangagwa Is Evicting White Farmers And Grabbing Their Land

By-The UK government has given a farm to a Zimbabwean staying in the country when the Emmerson Mnangagwa administration is evicting white farmers and grabbing their farms.

David Mwanaka (57) will grow white maize and jelly melon at his newly acquired farm.

The former Zimbabwean journalist is one of seven recruits joining more than 160 tenants on Cambridgeshire County Council’s 33,000 acres (13,340 hectares) estate

Securing a tenancy “was a dream come true” for him and his wife, after starting with a few acres 20 years ago.

They will farm 364 acres (147 hectares) at Landbeach, just north of Cambridge.

This is the first time Mr Mwanaka and his wife Brenda have secured a long-term farm tenancy. 

“For past 20 years, we’ve been working so hard, so it was a dream come true for us,” he said. 

“We cried with excitement at the news, we’re overjoyed.”

Mr Mwanaka was a journalist in Zimbabwe before moving to the UK in 1991.

After doing a variety of jobs, he “became fed up with formal employment” and decided to grow some of the foodstuffs he missed from home.

“I realized there was a vacuum between what’s grown in this country and what’s sold,” he said.

He was told it would be impossible to grow the sub-Saharan staple white maizein the UK, but rented 10 acres (four hectares) in Enfield, London to try it out.

He now grows 100 acres (40 hectares) of white maize on a 150 acres (60 hectares) farm at Ware, Hertfordshire, alongside white sweetcorn, mustard greens, jelly melons and pumpkins – for their leaves as well as fruits.

“We sell the white maize all over the UK but it has a shelf life of one day, so you have to pick and deliver it on the same day – or freeze it,” he said.

The couple commute from Basildon, Essex, so are looking forward to living on their new farm at Landbeach.

The council’s chair of strategy and resources, Lucy Nethsingha, said the new recruits will “join other tenants who continue to work hard, evolve farming practices and work to promote the enhancement of biodiversity”.

Last week Zanu PF party activists in Mwenezi evicted a white farmer and grabbed his farm. The white farmer and a dozen of his workers are staying in the cold since their displacement.

-BBC

Insanity Is Repeat Mistake Over And Over Again Expecting Different Result

indepth...Wilbert Mukori

By Wilbert Mukori | No one should undertake anything with the intention to fail. Being pragmatic means doing everything in your power to maximise the chances of success by considering all possibility of failure and taking the necessary measures to counter the negatives.

indepth...Wilbert Mukori
indepth…Wilbert Mukori

It is possible that you will still fail. The smart thing to do then is to learn why you failed. The foolish thing to do is to fail to learn from one’s mistake because the chances are you will repeat the same mistake again and fail again.

And just as success breed success, failure breeds failure. The more often you fail the greater the chances you will fail again and all because you failed to take time off to learn from the past.

There are many who will start frothing round the mouth each time I point out that MDC/CCC leaders have failed to implement even one reform in 23 years, 5 of which in the GNU. “Let’s move on!” they would scream. “We cannot drive forward whilst looking in the rear-view mirror! We need to dwell in the present and prepare for the future.”

The very fact that these fools look to Chamisa and his CCC friends to get the nation out of the political and economic mess we are in is proof they have never taken time out to ask the obvious question: what changes have Chamisa and company brought in 23 years, 5 of which in the GNU? Because if they had done so then they would know the answer is not even one change.

Of course, it is foolish to trust CCC to get us out of the mess when they have failed to deliver even one change in 23 years. After 23 years of one failure after another because they are corrupt and breathtakingly incompetent. Only a village idiot, who too does not have the common sense to learn from 23 years of repeated failures, would entrust his/her life and the destiny of the whole nation to some one with a proven track record of failure.

It would be unforgivable for some one of sound mind to allow themselves to be sweared into entrusting their dog’s comfort much less their life, to a failed leader to placate a village idiot. Even if the village idiots constitute the majority, as they do in Zimbabwe’s case.- SOURCE: zimbabwelight.blogspot.com

MUREHWA EXCLUSIVE: Dominic Mavhere Says I Don’t Even Live in Murehwa, I Live In Murehwa, I Live Kwekwe

By A Correspondent | The investigation into the beating of elderly members of the Murehwa Community last Friday have taken a twist after a ZANU PF youth, Dominic Mavhere contradicted himself concerning his whereabouts.

Dominic Mavhere

Mavhere is at the top of the list of youths positively identified to be one of those responsible for the violence meted against several elderly members of the Citizens Coalition For Change, and he has shifted statements saying he is not at all based in Murehwa, while at the same time telling ZimEye in a live interview that he is based at Murehwa Centre.

The following are the confessions-

SIMBA CHIKANZA: Cde Mavhere, there are people on the group, who are talking, [and] they are identifying you before the Murehwa incident.

DOMINIC MAVHERE: Do you want to talk to me or you want to slam me?

SIMBA CHIKANZA: I am not slamming you.

DOMINIC MAVHERE: I want to get facts with you, of just one person who says I slapped them. I don’t want too many people, I just want one person who says they were assaulted by me…and then say where I assaulted them.

SIMBA CHIKANZA: They are there. Are you telling me all these people are lying?

DOMINIC MAVHERE: Which group is this? Which group are they?

SIMBA CHIKANZA: Of Murehwa

DOMINIC MAVHERE: You have come up well Cde, You see all those people, they belong to Murehwa and Uzumba, I don’t live in Uzumba, I’ve never been to Uzumba, I live at Murehwa Centre. Isn’t it? Hello. Right. I want you to ask those people who say I assaulted them, ask them where they are. If you check those people are in SA, they are not at all in Zimbabwe.

In the interview with ZimEye’s Simba Chikanza, Dominic Mavhere said he is based in Murehwa. But in an earlier conversation the previous day, with a resident identified as a Dube, Dominic Mavhere said though he is originally from Murehwa, he is based in Kwekwe, going to the point of making it clear that he is physically in Kwekwe- and the following was the brief convo:

DOMINIC MAVHERE: Hello.

DUBE: Bambo how are you?

DOMINIC MAVHERE: How are you?

DUBE: Where are you are you in Murehwa?

DOMINIC MAVHERE: Who is talking?

DUBE: I am Dube.

DOMINIC MAVHERE: Murehwa is where I come from but I am not based in Murehwa.

DUBE: I see. Where are you right now?

DOMINIC MAVHERE: I am in Kwekwe.

DUBE: You’re in Kwekwe?

DOMINIC MAVHERE: Yes.

DUBE: It’s fine. So when do you return to Murehwa?

DOMINIC MAVHERE: You said what?

DUBE: When do you return to Murehwa?

DOMINIC MAVHERE: I don’t know yet when I shall return.

So, if you’re in Kwekwe, there is someone called Tichaona who will phone you if you are in Kwekwe.

PSG Eager To Keep Messi

PSG coach Christophe Galtier has confirmed that the club is still in talks with Lionel Messi to extend his contract.

The Argentine superstar’s two-year deal in Paris is set to expire at the end of the season, though there is an option to extend it for an additional 12 months.

The Ligue 1 giants are keen to tie Messi down to new terms and the two parties resumed contract talks last month after the forward’s successful 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign with Argentina.

Speaking to the media ahead of Wednesday’s league tie with Angers, Galtier said: “There are discussions, the sports management has exchanged with Leo on the subject of an extension. I do not know where it is.

“Leo seems happy to me in Paris. Afterwards, you have to see his position in relation to the project of the club. It’s a subject I don’t discuss with him.”

Meanwhile, Messi is set to return to club action in Wednesday’s game.

The 35-year-old, who was still on his World Cup break, returned to training on 4 January but was deemed unfit to play in the last-64 Coupe de France tie at Chateauroux on 6 January.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Nakamba Problems Continue

Aston Villa have been linked with a new central midfielder in this transfer window.

According to Mirror, the Birmingham-based club is looking to make a surprise move for Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny.

The report claims that Emery wants his club to make a bid for Elneny in the region of £6m.

The Egyptian midfielder is into the final six months of his contract at the Emirates Stadium though the Gunners have the option to extend his stay by a further 12 months.

The proposed signing of the Egyptian could push Marvelous Nakamba down the pecking order.

Nakamba hasn’t played a competitive game this season and sometimes is dropped from the matchday squad.

Meanwhile, Villa are also said to have identified Juventus central midfielder Winston McKennie as another target to reinforce the midfield department.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Know About Malaria Prevention And Treatment

Key facts

Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes.

It is preventable and curable.

In 2021, there were an estimated 247 million cases of malaria worldwide.
The estimated number of malaria deaths stood at 619 000 in 2021.
The WHO African Region carries a disproportionately high share of the global malaria burden. In 2021, the region was home to 95% of malaria cases and 96% of malaria deaths. Children under 5 accounted for about 80% of all malaria deaths in the Region.
Overview

Malaria is an acute febrile illness caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are spread to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. There are 5 parasite species that cause malaria in humans, and 2 of these species – P. falciparum and P. vivax – pose the greatest threat. P. falciparum is the deadliest malaria parasite and the most prevalent on the African continent. P. vivax is the dominant malaria parasite in most countries outside of sub-Saharan Africa.

The first symptoms – fever, headache and chills – usually appear 10–15 days after the infective mosquito bite and may be mild and difficult to recognize as malaria. Left untreated, P. falciparum malaria can progress to severe illness and death within a period of 24 hours.

In 2021, nearly half of the world’s population was at risk of malaria. Some population groups are at considerably higher risk of contracting malaria and developing severe disease: infants, children under 5 years of age, pregnant women and patients with HIV/AIDS, as well as people with low immunity moving to areas with intense malaria transmission such as migrant workers, mobile populations and travellers.

Disease burden
According to the latest World malaria report, there were 247 million cases of malaria in 2021 compared to 245 million cases in 2020. The estimated number of malaria deaths stood at 619 000 in 2021 compared to 625 000 in 2020.

Over the 2 peak years of the pandemic (2020–2021), COVID-related disruptions led to about 13 million more malaria cases and 63 000 more malaria deaths.

The WHO African Region continues to carry a disproportionately high share of the global malaria burden. In 2021 the Region was home to about 95% of all malaria cases and 96% of deaths. Children under 5 years of age accounted for about 80% of all malaria deaths in the Region.

Four African countries accounted for just over half of all malaria deaths worldwide: Nigeria (31.3%), the Democratic Republic of the Congo (12.6%), United Republic of Tanzania (4.1%) and Niger (3.9%).

Prevention
Over the last 2 decades, expanded access to WHO-recommended malaria prevention tools and strategies – including effective vector control and the use of preventive antimalarial drugs – has had a major impact in reducing the global burden of this disease.

Vector control
Vector control is a vital component of malaria control and elimination strategies as it is highly effective in preventing infection and reducing disease transmission. The 2 core interventions are insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) and indoor residual spraying (IRS).

Progress in global malaria control is threatened by emerging resistance to insecticides among Anopheles mosquitoes. As described in the latest World malaria report, other threats to ITNs include insufficient access, loss of nets due to the stresses of day-to-day life outpacing replacement, and changing behaviour of mosquitoes, which appear to be biting early before people go to bed and resting outdoors, thereby evading exposure to insecticides.

Preventive chemotherapies
Preventive chemotherapy is the use of medicines, either alone or in combination, to prevent malaria infections and their consequences. It requires giving a full treatment course of an antimalarial medicine to vulnerable populations (generally infants, children under 5 years of age and pregnant women) at designated time points during the period of greatest malarial risk, regardless of whether the recipients are infected with malaria.

Preventive chemotherapy includes perennial malaria chemoprevention (PMC), seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC), intermittent preventive treatment of malaria in pregnancy (IPTp) and school-aged children (IPTsc), post-discharge malaria chemoprevention (PDMC) and mass drug administration (MDA).

These safe and cost-effective strategies are intended to complement ongoing malaria control activities, including vector control measures, prompt diagnosis of suspected malaria, and treatment of confirmed cases with antimalarial medicines.

Vaccine
Since October 2021, WHO also recommends broad use of the RTS,S/AS01 malaria vaccine among children living in regions with moderate to high P. falciparum malaria transmission.

The vaccine has been shown to significantly reduce malaria, and deadly severe malaria, among young children.

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Chinamasa Oils Zanu PF Violence machinery

By- Zanu PF senior advisor and the party’s acting CEO, Patrick Chinamasa, Wednesday hosted his Youth League national executives, where he told them to defend the ruling party ahead of elections.

Whenever senior Zanu PF members hold such meetings and send this message, the result is the escalation of violence against opposition members.

“Since the Youth League is the vanguard of the party, I know you are quite aware that this year is a year of historic elections,” he told the workshop held in the capital this afternoon.

“This workshop should, therefore, be used as a solid foundation to prepare you in coming up with effective youth mobilisation strategies ahead of the 2023 harmonised elections,” Chinamasa emphasised.

This workshop comes a few days after Zanu PF members in Mrewa butchered elderly members of the opposition CCC.

The police only issued a statement promising to arrest these well-known Zanu PF thugs.

Fantan Accuses Winky D Of Hoodwinking Young Artists

FANTAN’S VIEW ON EUREKA
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Fantan Dweet …..”Ndanga ndanzwa nevanhu vachiti ko sei ndakanyara iye mukuru akabuditsa dambarefu. Vamwe ndai ignore but since mibvunzo yawanda here is my point of view.

Yes I was excited to hear about the project. I was happy to see other artistes featuring for once pama gitare emukuru. This time he included other artists which was a dream come true for all of us, vaida kuonawo chimuti chichitambidzanwa from one generation to another and to see two generations combining.

But sa elder mu industry when you do certain projects you must enlighten the youths you engage zvizere kuti project riri funded and tave kuimba zvematongerwo enyika so that anopinda achida nemoyo wake munyaya dzacho.

Ini ndiri kutaura se munhu aka groomer and aka mentor most of the youths vari pa project iroro. Zvirikundirwadza to see them crying behind the scenes kuti takakandwa pasi pe bhazi nemukuru wedu kumagitare. Right now mukuru vaya vari ku Dubai ku Holiday ne family yavo zvavo zvakaita. Isusu now tava pama1 because some companies no longer want to associate with us because they dont want their brands associated ne politics of any nature.

As elders ibasa redu to groom, guide and protect vana. Its cruel kuti as an elder in a position yekuvimbiwa nevana unozovaitisa uchiziva kuti yako life irikufamba. This is my opinion hapana daka feel free to have your own opinion.

Anyway, have a blessed day to everyone. God bless you all. Together, tirimurudo rwemazvokwadi, we can take Zim music to the world.”

HavokZW #ENTBLOGGER #music #supportlocal #entertainment #afrobeats #ZimHipHop #zimdancehall #afropopmusic

Mnangagwa Afraid Of Ball Point

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is afraid of the ball point pen.

This was said by CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa on Tuesday.

The CCC leader also strongly condemned violence.

See statement below:

On the power of the Vote!

Fellow Zimbabweans your vote is your power.

We call you to take this important step and REGISTER to VOTE

To rebuild our country- we will need to you and everyone around you to vote and vote for Change.

Your individual vote matter and can be a decisive factor in the battle to win Zimbabwe for change.

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Mnangagwa Loses Sleeps Over Power Of Ball Point

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is afraid of the ball point pen.

This was said by CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa on Tuesday.

The CCC leader also strongly condemned violence.

See statement below:

On the power of the Vote!

Fellow Zimbabweans your vote is your power.

We call you to take this important step and REGISTER to VOTE

To rebuild our country- we will need to you and everyone around you to vote and vote for Change.

Your individual vote matter and can be a decisive factor in the battle to win Zimbabwe for change.

RegisterToVoteZW

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Fostering Proper Investment In Mining

Business Correspondent| Two Zimbabwean companies have put in place a strategic partnership to foster proper investment in mining.

The companies, Inner Core Resources Private Limited and Three Wingers Enterprises, are keen to turn mining into a lucrative sector in Zimbabwe and beyond.

A representative of Inner Core Resources said on Monday:

“Anything related to mining we can assist. We have a team of experts in various departments and we deal with a variety of issues. Even those who seek to learn about mining and how to invest can contact us.”

“Any mining related baby (Issue), we can help…

Those who want to buy mining equipment and don’t know which ones to use, where to get the best equipment, we can assist.

Mining Equipment selling for those who want to set up milling plants,” said the official.

Inner Core Resources can be contacted through its partner Three Wingers Enterprises.

For more information

Call /WhatsApp 0774028830 for more

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Mnangagwa Militarises Nursing, Criminalizes Picketing

By- The Emmerson Mnangagwa administration has militarized the health profession while simultaneously criminalizing industrial action by health workers.

The undemocratic law stipulates that health workers can no longer embark on industrial action lasting more than three days. It further says that even during such job action, they must continue providing emergency services.

Under this draconian statute assented to by the Mnangagwa last week, health workers now have their own independent commission, the Health Services Commission, to set their conditions of service as the old Health Services Board was upgraded to a full commission.
Health workers are now independent of the Public Services Commission and that autonomy, shared by the judiciary, defence forces and police, means their conditions of service can be more easily tailored to fit their work.
Since most of the commission members will come from a health background, it can better understand their grievances and work out ways of dealing with them.
The new commission has the normal powers of a top-level commission in Government. It appoints qualified and competent persons to hold posts and grades in the health service; it creates those grades in the health service and fixes conditions of service for its members; it exercises ultimate control over members of the services, and is the disciplinary authority; and critically it has the function to investigate grievances and to remedy the grievances of members of the health service concerning official acts or omissions.
The new Act says the commission shall consist of the chairperson, who must be the chairperson of the Public Service Commission, a deputy chairperson appointed by the President upon the recommendation of the Minister of Health and Child Care and a minimum of two and a maximum of five other members appointed by the President upon recommendation from the Health Minister. This allows a majority of the commission to come from people who have a detailed understanding of the needs of the health service.
The restrictions on the health workers right to strike are contained in Section 16A of the new Act which says health services shall be deemed an essential service as defined in the Constitution.
“Notwithstanding anything in the Labour Act, the Health Service shall be deemed as an essential service referred to in section 65(3) of the Constitution. No collective job action, whether lawful or unlawful, shall continue for an uninterrupted period of 72 hours or for more than 72 hours in any given 14-day period and notice of any collective job action must be given in writing 48 hours prior to the commencement of such collective job action.”
The amendment comes down hard on the leadership of the health workers unions or associations who breach this. Anyone inciting or organizing collective job action in defiance of the new conditions can be tried for a criminal offence and if found guilty fined up to level four or jailed for six months.
The new law also says a member of the Health Service is under an obligation, whilst employed by the Health Services Commission, to provide the professional skill, expertise, care and service expected of them as a member of the profession to which they belong. Even during any collective job action, they must to provide the skill, expertise, care and service to patients in a medical emergency or needing critical or intensive care.
If the Health Service Commission alleges that an individual member is in breach of the new provisions, it shall communicate a written complaint against that member to the appropriate disciplinary authority in accordance with the law. The function of the law is to remove long-term strikes from the health service, but at the same time upgrade the mechanisms to identify and resolve grievances so that the pressure for industrial action is drastically diminished.

Your Vote Is Your Power : President Chamisa

On the power of the Vote!

Fellow Zimbabweans your vote is your power.

We call you to take this important step and REGISTER to VOTE

To rebuild our country- we will need to you and everyone around you to vote and vote for Change.

Your individual vote matter and can be a decisive factor in the battle to win Zimbabwe for change.

RegisterToVoteZW

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Mnangagwa Bid To Rig Polls Exposed

On the power of the Vote!

Fellow Zimbabweans your vote is your power.

We call you to take this important step and REGISTER to VOTE

To rebuild our country- we will need to you and everyone around you to vote and vote for Change.

Your individual vote matter and can be a decisive factor in the battle to win Zimbabwe for change.

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CCC Legislator Vows To Effect Citizen Arrest On Murewa Zanu PF Thugs

By Jane Mlambo| Opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) legislator Prince Dubeko Sibanda has threated to effect citizen arrest on suspected Zanu PF thugs who were recently filmed terrorizing Murewa villagers for gathering for an opposition meeting.

This follows police statement yesterday reporting that they had arrested a 67 year old man in connection with the violence that has riled local and international human rights activists and organisations.

“In cases where it’s clear that ZRP doesn’t want to carry out its duty, it leaves us with no option but to do CITIZENS’ ARREST. We’re coming for the real culprits. No to PRANKS!,” said Sibanda.

In a video that made rounds on social media, a group of thugs linked to the ruling party descended on elderly CCC supporters who had convened a meeting at one of the member’s house, brutalizing them for siding with the opposition.

Two of the CCC members reportedly sustained injuries and were admitted at a local medical facility.

ARTUZ 2023 Term 1 Situational Report

The 2023 schools first term is now in session and it has begun on a very tricky note. The term opens amid the expectation of government delivering on its promise of free education. Despite the high hopes , reality on the ground says otherwise.

Reports across our provincial boundaries indicate that student attendance was 71% for boarding students in private schools and 60% boarding students in government schools. In rural areas especially in Masvingo there was low teacher and learner attendance because of the anticipated harsh weather conditions. In terms of preparedness,schools are at zero because most schools rely on Beam funds which were only disbursed for first term of 2022. Teacher preparedness is low due to incapacitation against a hyperinflatory environment.

Teacher attendance also varied between urban schools and rural schools. In settings like Chitungwiza, attendance for both teachers and learners was high despite that learners were turned back home because of fees arrears which later reduced pupils attendance. This also had an effect on the learning activity as most teachers did not deliver lessons in the absence of the majority of students.

The economic hardships and anticipated harsh weather conditions have been major factors affecting access to education in the first week of 2023 term 1 . The situation exposed the lie in government’s promises of free education.

Most learners from vulnerable backgrounds depend on BEAM funds . Government also claimed to have rolled out free education through provision of tuition grants. But we can’t call that free education because where there is free education learning for all without bracketed funding.

Thence , at the beginning of term 1 in 2023 the government has been exposed for its failure to deliver free education and poor remuneration has further made it hard for teachers in marginalized communities to attend work or has also been a form of demotivation.

To add more , the nation wide transport crisis resulting from failure of the ZUPCO monopoly has also contributed. The collapse of the ZUPCO franchise led to creation of unregulated shadowy cartels like ZIPTA , ZUDAC and GHACO which clandestinely influence and implement transport fare hikes on account of either demand or weather conditions. For example travelling from Chitungwiza during rainy days ranges from a dollar and fifty cents to two dollars for a trip that cost a dollar on average and normal circumstances.

The general observation is poor policy planning and myopic decision making in managing the economy has further marginalized the workers and disadvantaged the consumers of service like learners.

Therefore we recommend that government curbs corruption , improves increase budgeting for social services to reduce inequalities and improve access among citizens. Lastly we still demand that government restores our 2018 Pre-October Salaries of USD 540 such that teachers match the standard cost of living and attend work inorder to ensure that learners are not prejudiced .

We Mean Business- President Chamisa

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has denounced the harassment and victimisation of elderly people by Zanu PF agents.

CCC supporters were bashed by Zanu PF hooligans in Murewa on Saturday.

Despite the rising incidence of violence, President Chamisa on Sunday urged party supporters and citizens in general to remain calm and composed.

Below is President Chamisa’s statement:

A NEW & GREAT ZIMBABWE MEANS BUSINESS…

We will keep Zimbabwe open 24/7 all days except one. #Isee Zimbabwe’s factories and businesses open all the time upon shifts day and night,not this 8am to 4pm business hours.More will be employed.

It’s business unusual. We are too behind.There is no time.

If you have support why are so violent, so heartless against citizens even the elderly?And why should bases and vigilante groups be allowed around the country? Are we now worse than animals? What leadership is this that invests in violence? Violence is very expensive!

Violence is the weapon used by the desperate and losing! Using violence and intimidation is evidence of defeat, primitivism, savagery and backwardness. Stop it!

Harare 15y old Struck By Lightning, Killed

By A Correspondent | ZimEye | A 15 year old Warren Park girl was last night struck by lightning and killed.

The minor got caught up in a flood after her sandals had been swept away and she had started running after them.

She was struck by lightning while running after her push sandals in the small flood and despite being rescued, she was pronounced dead upon arrival at Surbaban hospital, a source told ZimEye.

The incident happened in 16th road, Warren Park at around 8pm.

Mourners are gathered in 12th Rd, bear Magamba Hall. – THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY- ZimEye

Zvobgo Says Mnangagwa Noble Man

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has donated an ambulance to Shonganiso Clinic which is part of Shonganiso Mission fulfilling his pledge following a request by Professor Rungano Zvobgo during his installation and ordination as Bishop of the African Reformed Church.

Professor Zvobgo, who is Great Zimbabwe University Vice Chancellor, was anointed to lead the church by his late father Bishop Jonas Mudadirwa Zvobgo to succeed him having founded the church during the colonial era.

Speaking while receiving the ambulance at State House today, Prof Zvobgo applauded President Mnangagwa for being a man of his word.

“I am really over excited. This is one of the clear indications of Second Republic’s connectivity and connections with the generality of the people.

“This Government takes churches very seriously particularly African churches, as you know prior to independence African churches were looked down by the whites with suspicion but now we are exalted,” he said.

— Herald

President Chamisa Denounces Murewa Violence

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has denounced the harassment and victimisation of elderly people by Zanu PF agents.

CCC supporters were bashed by Zanu PF hooligans in Murewa on Saturday.

Despite the rising incidence of violence, President Chamisa on Sunday urged party supporters and citizens in general to remain calm and composed.

Below is President Chamisa’s statement:

A NEW & GREAT ZIMBABWE MEANS BUSINESS…

We will keep Zimbabwe open 24/7 all days except one. #Isee Zimbabwe’s factories and businesses open all the time upon shifts day and night,not this 8am to 4pm business hours.More will be employed.

It’s business unusual. We are too behind.There is no time.

If you have support why are so violent, so heartless against citizens even the elderly?And why should bases and vigilante groups be allowed around the country? Are we now worse than animals? What leadership is this that invests in violence? Violence is very expensive!

Violence is the weapon used by the desperate and losing! Using violence and intimidation is evidence of defeat, primitivism, savagery and backwardness. Stop it!

CCC Mourns Change Champion Jaricha

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC vice president Hon Lynette Karenyi- Kore has slammed Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa for manipulating church leaders to score political marks.

Hon Karenyi-Kore made the remarks at the burial of CCC change champion Vincent Jaricha in Bikita on Monday.

Jaricha was CCC’s District Elections Officer for Bikita West cluster.

“Violence against the elderly cannot be tolerated. We don’t want violence in the country.

We want peace in Zimbabwe, thousands are on their knees praying for peace in Zimbabwe.

As citizens we will not retaliate. Zanu PF hoodlums are provocative but let us remain calm.

It’s sad to note that he ( Mr Mnangagwa) is now manipulating church leaders. It’s a sign of desperation.

We want freed of worship in the country,” said Hon Karenyi-Kore.

Govt: Parirenyatwa’s Leak Is from An Empty Ward

By Farai D Hove | The state owned Herald newspaper has reported stating that Parirenyatwa Hospital’s embarrassing leak exposed in a recent viral video clip, has been fixed the water. The paper also claimed that the leak was from an empty ward.

https://twitter.com/BitiTendai/status/1612715095666163713?t=7KpJvaa9aDWy86Sn75xANg&s=19

In its article, the paper said the leak was on the second floor of the hospital after a burst water pipe.

The paper quoted spokesperson Mr Linos Dhire saying: “We have taken note of videos, photos and misleading comments about the water which was flowing from the second floor in one of the wings to our casualty department.

“The truth of the matter is on Saturday January 7, 2023 there was an unexpected pipe burst in the second floor from a ward which is empty and earmarked for critical care expansion. “As such, the water was only noticed when it started overflowing to the lower floors. “Our plumbers were called and immediately rectified the problem with subsequent drying of all affected areas by our cleaners.”

While the Herald says the leak was in an empty ward, footage shows numerous people inside the building at the time. Some of the people are seen the clip waiting to be served.

Suspected Thief Beaten To Death

POLICE in Matabeleland South have arrested nine men from Matobo, Ntunjambili area for beating a suspected to death.

The now deceased identified as Nkosana Ndlovu (28) was reportedly a habitual thief who has been terrorising villagers and was on the police wanted list.

Inspector Loveness Mangena the provincial spokesperson confirmed the incident yesterday saying nine suspects were helping police with investigations.

“Ndlovu was on a wanted list by police over cases that involved unlawful entry, thefts and assaults. On January 3, 2023, he was assaulted by villagers who had had enough of his shenanigans The matter was reported to Matobo police and he was referred to United Bulawayo Hospital where he died. Police have arrested nine villagers in connection with the murder case,” said Insp Mangena.

She said before Ndlovu died he indicated that he was beaten by Clemence Mpofu (31) and eight others, and mentioned the mob.

Insp Mangena urged members of the public not to take the law into their own hands.

— Chronicle

Counselling Yei Pamuroyi?? Imbwa Idzi Roorai Henyu Meg ?

“Counselling yei pamuroyi????Imbwa idzi roorai henyu mega ??, ” commented Andrew Chananda after the mother of the Manchester nurse Tendai Maturure who’s made moves to sedate her husband, told ZimEye she won’t anymore to to the media because she is undergoing counseling. VIDEO

ORIGINAL STORY BELOW
By A Correspondent | An NHS nurse has confirmed that she hired a male witch to perform an attack on her husband so that she can date a Nigerian boyfriend.

The development led to her husband vanishing and Manchester Police raising an alert for his whereabouts.

Tendai Maturure is the missing Manchester Zimbabwean, Patrick Mukanganise’s wife, and her husband’s Facebook account Tuesday posted a black dot with no further detail.

Makanganise, who went missing on 30 Dec 2022, is the “victim” of a witchcraft attack (see transcript of the consultation at the bottom of the article) supposedly performed by his wife who wants him to “get stupid” so that she can date another man, according some leaked audio recordings.
video:
https://www.facebook.com/zimeye/videos/726625995337770/

The Manchester Police community appeal

While it could not be ascertained if the poster is trully Makanganise himself, several people were on Tuesday reaching out to him offering help.

“Sending love, hope you are okay,” said Kirsty Murray, while others were more direct.

“We love you isuuu,” wrote Ivy Muriva.

Another, Tendai Shona Tsopota, revealed Makanganise has been found. He wrote thanking Manchester Police saying, “wow wow thank YOU GOD,
My Jesus you’re great.
Friends and family Patrick Mukanganise is alive and well.
Thank you Greater Manchester Police ……….”

On an unknown date, a woman with the same voice as Mukanganise’s wife is heard consulting a South Africa based so called, Sekuru Tembo, and the conversation is as below.

Tendai Maturure later on Tuesday confirmed to ZimEye she is the one who consulted the said male witch Sekuru Tembo for methods of causing hurt on her husband so that she can bed a Nigerian boyfriend. (AUDIO ON ZIMEYE FB PAGE)

Sekuru Tembo: “I put your photo into the vessel. The following morning, if the tree (a mufandichimuka) is dry, if it is leafy, I will put it into a hari (pot), it means something.

Right now we can now talk.”

Tendai Mukanganise: “Good day Sekuru, you said you will put my pic into the pot, with the tree, but the issue is of this person who says he likes me, but he hasn’t proposed. So how will this work out in the future?

Sekuru Tembo: When I mean I have put the man into the sack, I mean that I will have pleaded and chanted out using his totem (African surname), so that he starts only thinking about you.

“Putting him into the sack is so that he becomes stupid, all he does is to think about you. Do you still need to understand more?

Tendai Mukanganise: “I was only told by my friend that Sekuru Tembo puts someone into a sack; But I had no clue what it means. What I am asking you is so that you cause this man who left me, get totally and forever sedated, that is, mad, you trap him up so that his life fails for good, and this Nigerian must be tuned up for me (become interested in me).

Sekuru Tembo: Not a problem amaMoyo; but right now I have people knocking on my door, they want me to help them with a chidhoma matter affecting someone. I don’t know what time you go to work. Let me talk to them.”

– THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY….

President Chamisa: We Are Nation Builders

Tinashe Sambiri|The Citizens Coalition for Change ( CCC) values peace and nation building.

This was said by President Nelson Chamisa in a statement on Monday.

In a short video posted on Facebook, President Chamisa stressed the need for peace in Zimbabwe.

“We’re doing a lot and you will see in the passage of time that we’ve done a lot to win Zimbabwe for change.2023 is an excellent year.

We don’t invest in noise, we don’t invest in violence, don’t despair, great things are coming.

We are nation builders, we are change champions,” said President Chamisa.

CCC Veteran Activist Laid To Rest

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC vice president Hon Lynette Karenyi- Kore has slammed Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa for manipulating church leaders to score political marks.

Hon Karenyi-Kore made the remarks at the burial of CCC change champion Vincent Jaricha in Bikita on Monday.

Jaricha was CCC’s District Elections Officer for Bikita West cluster.

“Violence against the elderly cannot be tolerated. We don’t want violence in the country.

We want peace in Zimbabwe, thousands are on their knees praying for peace in Zimbabwe.

As citizens we will not retaliate. Zanu PF hoodlums are provocative but let us remain calm.

It’s sad to note that he ( Mr Mnangagwa) is now manipulating church leaders. It’s a sign of desperation.

We want freed of worship in the country,” said Hon Karenyi-Kore.

Stop Manipulating Churches, Kore Tells Mnangagwa

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC vice president Hon Lynette Karenyi- Kore has slammed Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa for manipulating church leaders to score political marks.

Hon Karenyi-Kore made the remarks at the burial of CCC change champion Vincent Jaricha in Bikita on Monday.

Jaricha was CCC’s District Elections Officer for Bikita West cluster.

“Violence against the elderly cannot be tolerated. We don’t want violence in the country.

We want peace in Zimbabwe, thousands are on their knees praying for peace in Zimbabwe.

As citizens we will not retaliate. Zanu PF hoodlums are provocative but let us remain calm.

It’s sad to note that he ( Mr Mnangagwa) is now manipulating church leaders. It’s a sign of desperation.

We want freed of worship in the country,” said Hon Karenyi-Kore.

Dogs Maul Soccer Star To Death

South African authorities have confirmed former Zambia international Philemon Mulala’s death after he was attacked by own dogs at his house in Lichtenburg, North West, on Saturday.

Provincial police spokesperson Captain Sam Tselanyane said the incident happened during the night when there was no electricity in the area.

Tselanyane added the deceased’s wife was the first to notice the incident before calling for help.

“She didn’t bother to go and check what was wrong as their house is situated on a busy street, and the dogs are frequently barking at pedestrians and vehicles passing by,” Tselanyane told News24.com.

He added: “Moreover, after electricity was restored, she allegedly went inside the house looking for her husband, but could not find him.

“Upon continuing with the search, the woman saw her husband lying motionless outside in the garden. She then quickly went outside only to find that her husband was bitten by their dogs, two staffie/pit bull crossings and one unknown breed dog.”

After the police and Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) arrived, the victim was certified dead at the scene.

Mulala played in South Africa for Cape Town Spurs and Dynamos. He made six national team appearances for Zambia in the late 1980s.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Bale Calls It A Day

Gareth Bale has retired from playing football at the age of 33.

The former Real Madrid, Tottenham, Southampton forward, confirmed the retirement in a statement on social media.

“I feel incredibly fortunate to have realised my dream of playing the sport I love.

It has truly given me some of the best moments of my life. “The highest of highs over 17 seasons, that will be impossible to replicate, no matter what the next chapter has in store for me.”

Bale won three La Liga titles and was a Champions League winner with Real Madrid for incredible five times.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Nine In Trouble For Killing Suspected Thief

POLICE in Matabeleland South have arrested nine men from Matobo, Ntunjambili area for beating a suspected to death.

The now deceased identified as Nkosana Ndlovu (28) was reportedly a habitual thief who has been terrorising villagers and was on the police wanted list.

Inspector Loveness Mangena the provincial spokesperson confirmed the incident yesterday saying nine suspects were helping police with investigations.

“Ndlovu was on a wanted list by police over cases that involved unlawful entry, thefts and assaults. On January 3, 2023, he was assaulted by villagers who had had enough of his shenanigans The matter was reported to Matobo police and he was referred to United Bulawayo Hospital where he died. Police have arrested nine villagers in connection with the murder case,” said Insp Mangena.

She said before Ndlovu died he indicated that he was beaten by Clemence Mpofu (31) and eight others, and mentioned the mob.

Insp Mangena urged members of the public not to take the law into their own hands.

— Chronicle

Wasps Attacked Deceased Kwekwe Doctor- More Details Emerge

By- The Kwekwe-based medical practitioner, Dr Conwey Zengeza, succumbed to a severe hypersensitivity condition called anaphylaxis after a wasps attack.

Dr Zengeya (67) died at his Chicago suburb home in Kwekwe on Sunday morning.
Zimbabwe Medical Association (ZIMA) Midlands Chapter President Dr Crispen Ngwenya confirmed the untimely death saying it had left the medical fraternity poorer.
“We received the shocking news of the passing on of one of the renowned medical doctors and we are still to comprehend it. He reacted after being stung by some insects (wasps) on Sunday morning and upon admission he was pronounced dead,’ said Dr Ngwenya
He said it was important for members of the public to have emergency boxes in case of such conditions.
“The condition gives you very minimum time to resuscitate so I am encouraging members of the public to have emergency boxes so that we can be able to use them in such scenarios,” he said.
Dr Zengeza was instrumental in mentoring young medical practitioners in the province and the country at large.
He is the immediate past president of ZIMA Midlands Province.
He will be buried at his rural Marondera on Thursday.

Famous Prophet Deserts Wife For A Slay Queen

By-A self-proclaimed Chitungwiza prophet divided his church after he abandoned his wife of eighteen years and married a younger woman from his church.

The cleric, Ezekiel Masiyandima (44), of Ebenezer Prophetic Ministries, left his wife Portia Chiwanga (38), for his 21-year-old congregant, Melania Madamombe.

A significant number of congregants are reportedly boycotting church services in protest over Masiyandima’s move.

H-Metro reports that Masiyandima confirmed that he had married Melania because Portia accused him of dabbling in witchcraft after his visit to the late Nigerian pastor, T.B. Joshua’s church, and the mysterious deaths of three of their children. He said:

It’s true that I have separated with Portia because she has been accusing me of using juju.

Arikunditi ndakaromba zvichitevera rufu rwevana vedu nenzira yaasina kunzwisisa.

She would attack me for my visits to Nigeria to see Prophet TB Joshua and also my last visit to see TB Joshua’s wife.

Her parents misled her into believing white garment prophets and those are the ones who gave falsehoods about the causes of our children’s deaths.

Portia ended up not attending church to engage in cross-border trading, so we are no longer together and she is the one feeding church members with falsehoods.

Yes, I have married one of our church members called Melania saka yanetsa iyoyo.

Portia told the publication that she regretted marrying the man of the cloth, alleging he is a womaniser, abuser, drunkard, and crook. She said:

I endured being the wife of someone who claims to be a prophet. Ezekiel would come home drunk and assault me for no reason.

He would take his time to devise ways to take church members’ money and opened a new Ecocash line for that.

Instead of building my faith in God, Ezekiel hardened my heart and dampened my faith and spirit, and I now regret the years I lived as his wife.

God blessed us with five children, but three of them died mysteriously and I do not rule out his so-called mysterious prayers.

He has turned to younger women and I am told he is now living with one woman he is yet to pay lobola for.

Ezekiel never paid any cent to my parents for lobola for the past 18 years. With five children, you would expect such a person to be a responsible father and prophet.

But he is comfortable finding ways of manipulating church members to help him pay lobola for his new young wife.