All the 10 provinces have identified evacuation centres as the country continues to experience heavy rains with the Civil Protection Command Centres already activated for response and coordination. The Civil Protection Unit (CPU) last week warned the public to be alert of potential hazards that may occur as a result of heavy rains, which are expected across the country up to today. Some parts of the country have already recorded lightning storms in the past few days, with the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works revealing that it has led to isolated cases of destruction of homes and some schools. In an update statement, the Ministry’s director of communication and advocacy, Mr Gabriel Masvora revealed that so far cases of lighting have been reported in Midlands, Manicaland, Matabeleland North and South and Masvingo provinces.

“The country is still experiencing rains as forecasted by the Meteorological Service Department. So far cases of lightning have been reported in Midlands, Manicaland, Matabeleland North and South and Masvingo. This led to isolated cases of lighting and destruction of homes and some schools. In all other provinces, normal rainfall was received in the last 24 hours. “Civil Protection Command Centres at all levels remain activated for response and coordination. Mobilisation of resources ongoing for affected communities. CPU has engaged Unicef and Save the Children for provision of temporary tents to assist affected schools. All provinces have identified possible evacuation centres,” said Mr Masvora. Mr Masvora said in Matabeleland South Province, roofs of two classroom blocks were blown off by winds at Ngwanyanga Primary in Mangwe District. “In Nkayi, Matabeleland North Province, strong winds blew off three roofs of staff quarters and destroyed 10 squat hole Blair toilets at Mathetshaneni Primary School. While in Midlands, Gokwe North, six houses were destroyed in Ward 20 and one in Ward 21.

“In Masvingo Province, heavy rains were received in Mwenezi last night (Friday) leading to flash floods. Two houses were blown off at Chingwizi but no one was left homeless and also no injuries or fatalities were recorded. In Chivi District, a 21-year-old man from Gondovori village was stuck by lightning on Thursday and died instantly,” said Mr Masvora.

He further revealed that in Manicaland heavy rains were experienced in Chipinge, which led to the destruction of classroom blocks at Mushakavanhu Primary School. “One house was damaged at ZRP Tongogara Refugee camp, two beasts were struck by lightning at Rusitu while in Buhera, the roof for a Government house belonging to Agritex was blown off. Headman Murambinda’s house was damaged by winds and in Mutare District, a 12-year-boy was struck to death by lightning on Friday,” said Mr Masvora.

By A Correspondent

Still to apologise to 1 Aug 2018 victims, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga yesterday shamelessly joined the rest of the world in mourning Pope Benedict XVI, who died on Saturday aged 95.

It was on the 2nd Aug 2018, that Chiwenga told ZimEye the bullets that killed 6 victims in Harare as election results were being changed, were produced by teargas.

He also claimed that the murdered 6 people were killed by Nelson Chamisa’s hooligans, and 4 years later compensation is still to be paid despite the Motlanthe qasi court ruling that the ZANU PF government did it all.

Fast forward to this month, the dead pope was laid to rest yesterday at the St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City.

“Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that,” says Chiwenga.

The current head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, gave a homily in St Peter’s Square during the burial of his predecessor, who resigned in 2013 due to ill health and advanced age, becoming the first Pope to resign in 600 years.

Acting President Dr Constantino Chiwenga yesterday signed a condolence book at the Vatican Embassy in Harare. He described the former head of the Catholic Church as a man who gave his life to the work of God.

Zimbabwe enjoys excellent relations with the Catholic Church, dating back to the days of the liberation struggle. The church has continued to participate in several community development projects especially in the areas of health and education.

Acting President Chiwenga, himself a devout Catholic, went down memory lane, detailing the journey travelled by the late Pope from the time he went into priesthood in Germany, missionary work up to the time he was made head of the Catholic Church.

“It is sad that when someone passes we know we will never see them again, but at the same time we are celebrating his God-given lifelong calling for having been a servant of the Catholic Church and humanity at large,” he said. “Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that.

“I think the rest of what he has done from when he went into priesthood in Germany, his missionary work right up to when he landed in Rome at the Vatican and eventually becoming the Pope, the head of the Catholic Church, is well documented.”

In his message seen by The Herald, Acting President Chiwenga wrote: “On behalf of the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, the Government and people of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and indeed on my own behalf, I would like to convey our most sincere condolences on the passing on of His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. “Zimbabwe joins the international community in celebrating a lifelong servant to the Catholic Church and to humanity.

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will always be remembered for his humility, unwavering commitment to the alleviation of the suffering of the disadvantaged segments of society, and for the advancement of peace, in accordance with the Word of God.

ZANU PF leader, Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday said he was humbled by the outpouring of love the First Family received when hundreds of people turned up in Helensvale, Harare, for the memorial service of his grandson Yasha Mafidi Mnangagwa (5), who died of respiratory complications in October last year. Yasha was the son of Mr Sean Tafadzwa Mnangagwa and his wife Varaidzo. Mnangagwa, who was flanked by First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, his children, relatives and friends, said he thought the memorial service would be a low-key family event. His Excellency recounted the colourful moments he had with his grandson, whom he said was closer to his grandmother, the First Lady.

Quoting Luke 18 verse 16 from the Bible, which says “let the little ones come to me and do not hinder them for the Kingdom of God is theirs”, Mnangagwa said: “Indeed, that sums up why we are gathered here in recognition of this living word of God. Kids at this age have no sin and the Lord above says let them come to me. Unfortunately, we, grandparents and parents, sometimes do not agree with the word of God. We would want it the other way, but we have no choice. We would want to see our children grow up and fulfil their wishes and their talents in life, but, of course, as the word of God says he gives and he takes, and we have no authority over that.” He said ultimately God has the final say. “It is in the hands of the Lord above. I thank you all for this day that we have come together. To Tafadzwa (Sean), his wife, relatives and the entire family, I say this did not start with you; it is part and parcel of life. It is also the law of God that we all have to accept. Today it is in the Mnangagwa family, tomorrow it is elsewhere, but we must accept that God has done as he wishes. These young children, the friends he played with may not understand. They still ask as to where their colleague went. However, as time passes, I think they will accept that he went to God, and I believe my daughters-in-law – their mothers – try to teach them so.”

Mnangagwa, who is currently on his annual leave, revealed that his grandson had deep affection for the First Lady. “Yasha loved his grandmother more than me. Each time he would come home, he would go to his grandmother first, even when we were seated together the two of us. I felt jealous, but I said when he grows up, he will know where the power lies. All these jokes are now gone. That is how we enjoyed life with him around.” Yasha’s uncle, Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa (Jnr), recounted how, despite being young, Yasha was a dominant character at home. “We are gathered here today in loving memory of Yasha Mafidi Mnangagwa. Yasha to us had many names. I used to call him Fidi, Mafidi, General, Commander. He had so many names. He had such a beautiful, loving spirit. Each time he would visit his grandfather’s place with his brothers and sisters, you would see them playing together. Fidi would command how things would be going and who is playing with what and what time we start and what time we finish, and who is going to eat first and who is going to eat last,” he said. “At such a young age, he had a very brotherly spirit. We used to watch him playing well with his peers. Indeed, it’s a very sad moment for the family, for all of us. His passing left a huge hole in our hearts. But through scripture and through prayers from our pastors here, and all your prayers and the small memories we have of him, I feel, sooner or later, the hole will slowly fill up. To my Yasha, I want to say you are not alone; we are all here for you. There was a lot of sadness in this house following his death, but today I see smiles because you have all come to comfort us. I would like to thank everybody for your prayers. Let us keep the memories and love.”

Ms Josephine Mavura, sister to Yasha’s mother, also shared memories of her nephew. “When I was asked to speak today I wasn’t too sure what I was going to say so that everyone here would understand what Mafidi meant to us as a family. I felt the best way to do this would be by thanking him. Mafi, my son, I would like to thank you for teaching us how to be selfless, to be kind, how to be patient, how to laugh, how to sing and dance, how to play, to be happy, how to love unconditionally – the list is endless. And even at the moment of your untimely departure, you taught us how to be strong. Thank you, my son, for allowing us to experience love in its purest form. The void that Mafi left is insurmountable and I think this message sums it all up,” she said. Miss Nix Grant, the headmistress of Yasha’s school, Silver Linings, gave the First Family some words of comfort.

“On behalf of the school, we would like to extend our deepest condolences and comfort to the Mnangagwa family. I think we can all agree that the loss of a loved one is incredibly difficult, even more so when the life lost is a precious young man. I feel privileged to have met Yasha. He filled our school with an air of peace and a joy born from a heart of purity. I can still see him today, walking into school in the morning with a bright smile and a wave for every teacher. His smile permanently etched on my heart and I am so thankful to have such a precious memory,” she said. “While we mourn Yasha’s loss, I am also reminded to seek comfort in God’s presence and to trust that His will is divine and is always good. I pray that Yasha is rejoicing in Heaven, singing and dancing just as he did here. Thank you for all you taught us, Yasha. You were a gift to us all.” Yasha’s teacher at Silver Linings, Ms Natasha Herbst, also shared the same sentiments. “Yasha was a sweet and loving little boy, and had a way of leaving a lasting impression on anyone he met, either because of his charming smile or his calm demeanour. We called him a gentle giant in our class. I would like to mention three things that stood out about Yasha,” said Ms Herbst.

“Firstly, Yasha was loving and caring, always showing concern for his fellow students and teachers. He hated seeing anyone cry and was always there to try and comfort them. He had such great compassion and I will never forget the day when he saw a teacher get teary-eyed and had to leave the classroom. Yasha kept asking about her and if she was okay, up until the time he went home. This really touched me and showed his compassionate character. For a child of that age to have such compassion was something beyond me. Secondly, Yasha was a very cheerful child. He filled our classroom with giggles and was always singing and asking for music to be played, which he would gladly get up and dance to. He also had a great sense of humour and his laugh would brighten our day. He taught us that no matter what happens, you just need to learn to put on some music and sing and dance until your heart is content. Lastly, Yasha worked hard when he put his mind to something. Once he decided he wanted to do something and conquer it, he put every effort into it and did his best to achieve it. He had made such wonderful progress all round and was set to win the prize for our junior horse rider of the year for 2022.

“Although Yasha is not with us physically anymore, the memories and moments we shared of this sweet boy will always remain in our hearts and minds. Both Martha (a fellow teacher) and I are privileged to have been able to teach him and will forever be grateful that we were able to interact with such a fine young man. The hole left in our hearts will never be filled but the hope that we will be able to meet again one day gives us comfort.” The sermon at the memorial service was delivered by Chaplain Christine Phiri, who read from 1 Corinthians Chapter 10 verse13, which reads: “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”

The chaplain shared the experience she went through when she was widowed at the age of 21. “I met this temptation at 21 but there is God high above who keeps his people. Losing a loved one, a child or a relative is not as a result of a curse. Do not keep asking yourself who it may be who wants to make us extinct – that is done by those who do not know the word of God. God is the giver and taker of life. Let’s be grateful that when God comes to take his holy ones, we will be prepared,” she said as she sang the chorus “Apo Jesu anouya”. Defence and War Veterans Affairs Minister Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri, Deputy Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet Dr Martin Rushwaya and senior Government officials attended the service. Youthful musical outfit Boys of Thunder provided entertainment through song and dance.

RESIDENTS of Plumtree, Matabeleland South Province are in shock after a 13-year-old girl allegedly killed a four-year-old girl, the daughter of the owner of the house she stays at and stashed the body under a bed.

It is alleged the mother of the now-deceased child went to South Africa last week, leaving her two children under the custody of her 26-year-old tenant, the accused person’s older sister.

It is further alleged, that the 26-year-old left home to get some groceries at the nearby shopping centre in the company of the deceased’s elder sister and upon return, they could not locate the four-year-old child.

After searching, they discovered the body of the now-deceased stashed under a bed.

An inquiry was made by the police which led to the discovery of a knife and a pair of scissors that had blood stains, which the accused is alleged to have used.

Matabeleland South Police Spokesperson, Inspector Loveness Mangena confirmed the incident.

— ZBC

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has said the 2023 Christmas period will be the best ever for Zimbabweans.

On Friday President Chamisa said in a statement:

“JUST IMAGINE a Christmas holiday under a New Citizens government in a New different environment.

We will usher in happiness, prosperity and a memorable citizens experience. #Isee this #Christmas2023 being your best ever.

Support Change and make it happen.#Justimagine #Isee.”

The CCC leader described Winky D as a vastly talented musician.

“You rock Gaffa! Quality music, superb lyrics.

Deep and relevant message there Gaffa President. You are GOAT!”

By A Correspondent

Still to apologise to 1 Aug 2018 victims, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga yesterday shamelessly joined the rest of the world in mourning Pope Benedict XVI, who died on Saturday aged 95.

It was on the 2nd Aug 2018, that Chiwenga told ZimEye the bullets that killed 6 victims in Harare as election results were being changed, were produced by teargas.

He also claimed that the murdered 6 people were killed by Nelson Chamisa’s hooligans, and 4 years later compensation is still to be paid despite the Motlanthe qasi court ruling that the ZANU PF government did it all.

Fast forward to this month, the dead pope was laid to rest yesterday at the St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City.

“Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that,” says Chiwenga.

The current head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, gave a homily in St Peter’s Square during the burial of his predecessor, who resigned in 2013 due to ill health and advanced age, becoming the first Pope to resign in 600 years.

Acting President Dr Constantino Chiwenga yesterday signed a condolence book at the Vatican Embassy in Harare. He described the former head of the Catholic Church as a man who gave his life to the work of God.

Zimbabwe enjoys excellent relations with the Catholic Church, dating back to the days of the liberation struggle. The church has continued to participate in several community development projects especially in the areas of health and education.

Acting President Chiwenga, himself a devout Catholic, went down memory lane, detailing the journey travelled by the late Pope from the time he went into priesthood in Germany, missionary work up to the time he was made head of the Catholic Church.

“It is sad that when someone passes we know we will never see them again, but at the same time we are celebrating his God-given lifelong calling for having been a servant of the Catholic Church and humanity at large,” he said. “Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that.

“I think the rest of what he has done from when he went into priesthood in Germany, his missionary work right up to when he landed in Rome at the Vatican and eventually becoming the Pope, the head of the Catholic Church, is well documented.”

In his message seen by The Herald, Acting President Chiwenga wrote: “On behalf of the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, the Government and people of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and indeed on my own behalf, I would like to convey our most sincere condolences on the passing on of His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. “Zimbabwe joins the international community in celebrating a lifelong servant to the Catholic Church and to humanity.

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will always be remembered for his humility, unwavering commitment to the alleviation of the suffering of the disadvantaged segments of society, and for the advancement of peace, in accordance with the Word of God.

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa wants jailed CCC deputy chairperson Hon Job Sikhala to rot in prison.

This was said by the Citizens Coalition for Change ( CCC) in a statement.

The party wants Hon Sikhala to be released from prison with immediate effect.

“The continued denial of bail for Job Sikhala by the regime in Harare is a gross violation of the Constitution.

Bail is a constitutional entitlement.

We’ll continue demanding & fighting for his freedom. He is innocent.

FreeWiwa

WiwaWednesday.”

RESIDENTS of Plumtree, Matabeleland South Province are in shock after a 13-year-old girl allegedly killed a four-year-old girl, the daughter of the owner of the house she stays at and stashed the body under a bed.

It is alleged the mother of the now-deceased child went to South Africa last week, leaving her two children under the custody of her 26-year-old tenant, the accused person’s older sister.

It is further alleged, that the 26-year-old left home to get some groceries at the nearby shopping centre in the company of the deceased’s elder sister and upon return, they could not locate the four-year-old child.

After searching, they discovered the body of the now-deceased stashed under a bed.

An inquiry was made by the police which led to the discovery of a knife and a pair of scissors that had blood stains, which the accused is alleged to have used.

Matabeleland South Police Spokesperson, Inspector Loveness Mangena confirmed the incident.

— ZBC

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa wants jailed CCC deputy chairperson Hon Job Sikhala to rot in prison.

This was said by the Citizens Coalition for Change ( CCC) in a statement.

The party wants Hon Sikhala to be released from prison with immediate effect.

“The continued denial of bail for Job Sikhala by the regime in Harare is a gross violation of the Constitution.

Bail is a constitutional entitlement.

We’ll continue demanding & fighting for his freedom. He is innocent.

FreeWiwa

WiwaWednesday.”

By Dorrothy Moyo | ZimEye | The preaching populist, ‘Apostle’ Talent Chiwenga has announced saying the man he once ‘prophesied’ as the incoming Head Of State in 2018, Nelson Chamisa, is a deceiver with no solution for Zimbabwe.

Chamisa was still to comment on the allegation, as Chiwenga who himself once cowardly abandoned his own church members while being assaulted by corrupt police officers in First Street, Harare, accused him (Chamisa) of leaving his supporters to be abused while hiding in a place of safety.

Chiwenga has several times over the years contradicted himself while praising Chamisa and later criticising him over the same issues. (Video).

“Mr (Nelson) Chamisa is at the last row at the back: he is standing pointing directions for people, turn here, turn there, after you’ve been assaulted, turn back to face this side,” said the controversial preacher.

Speaking in his video sermon, Chiwenga said the CCC leader is not clear on what he stands for. He said, “what do you stand for you who are saying you are offering an alternative government what are you standing, what are your principles what are your idologies?”

“What is your manifesto promising to the people of Zimbabwe? Why can’t you do something today to prove that you really mean what you are saying? “

“Politics is not a contestation of words; good English is not politics; This is not Britain, this is Africa.

“You can only confuse dunderheads by speaking borrowed words from so called scholars and historians; Proper citizens who are wise will not be misguided they will still hear from your words that you are vain; you are a hypocrite; you are deceptive; you say a lot of things but you do nothing…

“That is very worrisome; what has he actually done himself in person to show the Zimbabwean people that he is willing to suffer; to provide solutions to their problems apart from standing behind a pulpit and using a microphone to say good words that are not corroborated by action?

“Has he been tested enough to show us that he has the ability to lead a nation? A leader leads from the front, not from the back.

“Mr (Nelson) Chamisa is at the last row at the back: he is pointing directions for people, turn here, turn there, after you’ve been assaulted, turn back again to face us, so we can escape through this direction,” said Talent Chiwenga.

By Dr. Phillan Zamchiya (6 January 2023)

Dear Reader,Zimbabwe’s draft delimitation report tabled in parliament today the 6th of January 2023 in line with section 161 of the constitution threatens electoral democracy in a subtle but deadly way. T

he report is 509 pages and has an anexure with 995 pages and maps. The report compiled by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) which is the statutory body mandated to run national elections presents the preliminary wards and 210 constituencies that can be used in the coming July/August 2023 general election if completed by 28 January 2023.

Reader, before we delve into detail there is a newly mandated 13 member multi-party parliamentary ad hoc committee chaired by the ruling Zimbabwe African National Union Patriotic Front (ZANU PF)’s Pupurai Togarepi and composed of eight other ZANU PF members of parliament, one traditional leader, three MDC T members and one CCC representative (Prince Sibanda) which must begin work tomorrow the 7th of January before presenting its findings and recommendations to parliament on 13 January.

The parliamentarians will then debate the draft report on 17 and 18 January before making recommendations to the President on 19 January.

Here are seven highlights from my preliminary analysis of the proposed new parliamentary constituencies.

1) The delimitation formula used by ZEC is controversial. Section 161 (6) of the constitution reads that ‘no constituency or ward of the local authority concerned may have more than twenty percent more or fewer registered voters than the other such constituencies or wards.’ In line with ZEC’s (mis) interpretation of section 161 (6) of the constitution, ZEC set the maximum registered voter threshold of 33 169 and a minimum threshold of 22 112 voters for each constituency.

This was after dividing the total number of registered voters at the national level by 210 constituencies resulting in a national average of 27 640 voters per constituency. A variance from the national average was then calculated as average plus/minus twenty per cent. This is problematic because I think the correct view is that the 20% range must be calculated as average plus/ minus 10% to give a total range of 20%. Reader, in this instance variance simply means range as simply stated in the constitution not some statistical inference formula. The current ZEC formula results in a range of more than 20%. It is crystal clear that a constituency with ZEC’s maximum threshold of 33 169 will have more than 20% more registered voters than a constituency with the minimum threshold of 22 112.

To illustrate from the ZEC draft report, in Mashonaland East, Murehwa West has 32 557 registered voters which is more than 20% of registered voters in Mudzi North with 22 124 voters.

This potentially violates section 161 (6) of the constitution cited above. After all section 161 initially envisages that each constituency or ward must have an equal number of voters in line with universal principles of equal representative democracy.

2) There is a lot of gerrymandering through a less noisy maybe ‘smart’ process of reconfiguration and renaming of constituencies in the opposition strongholds. For example in Harare Province, it is clear that the new Churu and Hunyani constituencies were created from Harare South constituency which is dominated by ZANU PF. Reader, note that Harare South constituency was not collapsed. ZEC also split Epworth won by ZANU PF in a recent by election into Epworth North and Epworth South constituencies. Harare North was reconfigured and renamed to Hatcliffe constituency. ZANU PF fancies chances of winning in these recreated constituencies because it has long adopted patronage and intimidation as a technology of governance to control key periphery urban spaces dominated by informal houses, informal markets and informal tenure systems. The ‘smart’ renaming and reconfiguration also extend to Bulawayo Province where seven constituencies were reconfigured and renamed as follows: Bulawayo North, Cowdry Park, Emakhandeni-Luveve Entumbane- Njube, Lobengula-Magwegwe Mpopoma-Mzilikazi and Pelandaba- Tshabalala.

3) In terms of ‘smart’ gerrymandering, ZEC has not bothered to create a significant number of new constituencies in areas where ZANU PF has a chance to win possibly to manage opposition noise and out of political praxis borne out of the realisation that the current configuration of constituencies heavily favours the ruling party. So employing all methods to maintain the status quo might as well be analysed as silent manipulation. It is only in isolated cases like in Masvingo Province where ZEC has created a new Mwenezi North Constituency in the ruling party’s electoral area of dominance and Chiredzi central which after all might go either way given its urban characteristics that relate to opposition politics.

4) ZEC has also collapsed a few constituencies in opposition strongholds. In Harare Province, Highfield East and West have been collapsed into Highfield constituency. In Manicaland Province, Musikavanhu and Chipinge West constituencies were merged to create Chipinge West constituency. Chipinge West is currently under an opposition member of parliament. In as much as ZANU PF won Musikavanhu constituency in the previous general election it was by default. This is because the MDC A fielded two candidates who managed to split the vote. This merger will reduce prospects of the opposition to regain both rural seats in 2023.

5) In ZANU PF’s perceived areas of electoral dominance there has been little reconfiguration of constituencies. In the ZANU PF stronghold of Mashonaland central, the province retained the same 18 constituencies. The same applies to Mashonaland West Province which retained its 22 constituencies. Reader, as evidenced earlier, nothing much was also done to upset Mashonaland East and Midlands provinces deemed ZANU PF strongholds. The status quo symbolising a winning parliamentary formula for the ruling party was not bound to be interrupted.

6) On the other end, the systematic excessive renaming and reconfiguration of constituencies in the opposition stronghold is (in) advertently akin to putting the cat among the pigeons. I mean that it is likely to cause commotion among sitting parliamentarians who might want to retain their seats in competitive party primary elections. For example, Bulawayo East, Emakhandeni Entumbane, Lobengula, Makokoba, Magwegwe, Pelandaba Mpopoma and Luveve no longer exist as they are currently constituted on the electoral map. The same applies to Kambuzuma and Warren Park in Harare.

7) However, consistent with any competitive electoral system there are some icing enticements for the opposition though they are not systematic enough to tilt the parliamentary results. For example, in Harare, Budirio constituency is now split into Budirio North and Budiriro South which is an advantage to the opposition. On the other end, in Manicaland, Dangamvura was split to Chikanga and Dangamvura and the opposition has capacity to win both.

In Masvingo Province, Zaka East and Zaka West were collapsed and reconfigured to form a new Zaka South Constituency whereas Gutu South was also collapsed despite the fact that all the parliamentary seats currently belong to ZANU PF.

In Mashonaland East, a new Ruwa constituency was created and its population seems inclined to opposition politics and at the same time ZANU PF’s Chikomba Central constituency was collapsed.

In the Midlands province, Mberengwa South constituency in a ZANU PF dominated area was collapsed and replaced by the creation of a new Mkoba North constituency which should be easy fodder for the opposition.

Finally, in Matabeleland South, Bulilima East which belongs to ZANU PF was also collapsed. All this can easily placate the opposition to adopt the report as it is yet this is political theatre hybrid regimes have long mastered.

Reader, a discernible trend is that the delimitation formula, collapse of constituencies in opposition strongholds and reconfiguration and renaming of electoral constituencies seem to constitute ‘smart ‘ gerrymandering meant to tilt the 2023 parliamentary election in favour of the ruling party.

The proposed electoral boundary changes that seem to favour the opposition at surface level are not systematically designed to tilt the parliamentary election in its favour.

Without equivocation, the parliamentary electoral damage is effectively done in the draft ZEC report by the attempt to overtly not upset ZANU PF’s current electoral strongholds of Midlands and Mashonaland provinces whilst at the same time covertly and ‘smartly’ gerrymandering the opposition’s electoral significant province of Harare.

What appears like opposition gains are rather an attempt to at least give a semblance of legitimacy to the process, hoping to satisfy external as well as internal actors as is common with hybrid regimes across the world.

The year 2023 is for peace and every Zimbabwean has a role to play in ensuring peace and tranquillity are maintained ahead of elections later this year, Acting President Constantino Chiwenga has said. He made the remarks yesterday after attending a funeral mass held in honour of Pope Benedict XVI, who died at the age of 95 last Saturday. The mass was presided over by Archbishop of Harare, Robert Christopher Ndlovu.

Acting President Chiwenga said Pope Benedict XVI cherished peace, which is also cherished by President Mnangagwa who has been calling for peace in Zimbabwe all the time, but more importantly now as the nation readies for harmonised elections this year. Zimbabwe will continue to exist, well after the holding of elections, said Acting President Chiwenga, and citizens should conduct themselves in a manner that ensures peace in the country going forward. He urged winners to celebrate peacefully, while losers should also hold their heads high and prepare to contest future elections. “We have declared, and you heard His Excellency the President as way back as last year, talking of peace, love, unity and harmony and we are saying 2023 is the year of peace,” said Acting President Chiwenga.

“Every Zimbabwean must join hands (to ensure peace). An election comes and goes, but Zimbabwe still remains the same. “In any race, there will be winners, there will be losers and one must accept that. We are brothers and sisters and that does not go away whether there has been an election or not; we still remain relatives, sisters and brothers.” Pope Benedict XVI was laid to rest on Thursday at St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City. His funeral was attended by world leaders and eminent people who came together to mourn the former head of the Catholic church, who gave his life to the work of God. Zimbabwe joined the rest of the world in mourning Pope Benedict XVI. Acting President Chiwenga signed a condolence book at the Vatican Embassy in Harare on Thursday.

The Acting President praised Pope Benedict XVI for his principles of humanity, peace and commitment to the work of the Lord. “Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI as I said yesterday (on Thursday), he has left a legacy of being a true servant of the Lord, cherishing peace and humanity and that was his teaching and he has gone firmly with that position and so that is the legacy which he leaves,” said Acting President Chiwenga. Pope Francis’ representative in Zimbabwe, Apostolic Nuncio Archbishop Paolo Rudelli, gave a homily at the mass held in honour of the Pope in Harare.- state media

At least 127 people died while 489 others were injured in nearly 2 000 road traffic accidents recorded over the festive season. During the same time between Dec 15, 2021 and January 5 last year, 102 people died while 478 others were injured in 1 914 accidents recorded. National police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner, Paul Nyathi said as alluded to in the police statement issued on December 27 last year, most fatal road traffic accidents involved private cars, rather than buses and trucks.

Stricter licence requirements are set for bus and truck drivers and operators of these services have been monitoring their drivers a lot more. During this festive season, 1 998 accidents were recorded of which 95 of them were fatal. “The festive period has revealed that drivers need to self-introspect and reconsider the way some are driving on the country’s roads. The bully and unruly driving conduct being shown by some drivers should stop in order to save lives on the roads. “Police reiterate that drivers must be observant and concentrate while on the steering wheel to curtail fatal road traffic accidents which have been recorded during the festive season where in some instances pedestrians were hit while standing at bus stops or walking beside the road,” Asst Comm Nyathi said.

In one of the fatal road traffic accidents which occurred on December 18, 2022, an unknown motorist hit a man aged between 30 and 35 years along 12th Avenue, Bulawayo at around 2am. The victim died on the spot and the motorist did not stop after the accident. “The Zimbabwe Republic Police reiterates that motorists should stop when involved in road traffic accidents, assist the injured if necessary and report all accidents to the police within 24 hours. “In another accident which occurred on 25 December 2022 at 7.45pm at the 300km peg along Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road, a motorist who was driving a Toyota Hilux vehicle with three passengers on board towards Victoria Falls, lost control of the car and veered off the road to the left, where he ran over seven pedestrians before swerving to the right side where he rammed onto a stationary Honda Fit vehicle which had six passengers on board. “The Honda Fit vehicle overturned once and landed on its roof. As a result, three people, two pedestrians and one passenger from the Honda Fit, died, while 13 others were injured,” Asst Comm Nyathi said. Similarly, on December 31, 2022 at 10am, three pedestrians were killed after they were hit by a bus which had veered off the road along Zaka-Nyika Road at the 15km peg.

“As the nation gears up for social and economic activities in the year 2023, the ZRP implores motorists to be responsible and strive to promote road safety on the country’s roads. “The Zimbabwe Republic Police will continue to deploy police officers to curb road carnage and reckless driving conduct on the roads. The police need the co-operation of motorists for road safety to be to be realised in the country,” Asst Comm Nyathi said. Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ) managing director Mr Munesu Munodawafa urged drivers to be alert and cautious following an alert for heavy rains and floods issued by the Department of Civil Protection and the Meteorological Services Department. “From the Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe point of view, one of the things that we want to remind Zimbabweans is to heed warnings that have been issued by the Met department of possible flooding in some areas. “We want from that call, from a road safety point of view, to appeal to drivers, whether its public service vehicles or private vehicles, to take note of possible flooding and where such instances may arise, they should desist from crossing rivers in flood even though they are familiar with the route and with the bridges. “The fact that its flooded, we appeal to the extent possible to minimise travel in those areas and to park where necessary when there are heavy rains,” he said adding that when it rains visibility becomes impaired and roads become slippery. Mr Munodawafa also appealed to drivers in urban areas to obey traffic rules and regulations especially when it starts drizzling or raining. Vehicle Inspection Department Assistant Chief Inspector for Harare province Mrs Brigete Chimhau said their officers together with the police and TSCZ will continue to maintain visibility on the country’s roads to enforce the law.

She said the VID also offers voluntary services, at a nominal fee, for motorists to have their vehicles inspected without them being impounded- state media

Tikati gareyi gareyi toyeuchidzana! ZANU PF isijonjo! pic.twitter.com/vxuiHKvWta

— Lloyd Msipa ?? (@LloydMsipa) January 7, 2023

A CHEATƎD husband went bananas after allegedly arriving home to find his wife can00dling in bǝd with a teacher from a local school, on his matrimonial bed.

It was gathered that Elson Moyo Matambo from Madzivanyika Village under Chief Chireya in Gokwe, Midlands province allegedly struck Mudzingwa Zinyoro with an axe on the face after he caught him playing hide the sausage game with his wifǝ Margret Chapanduka.

Zinyoro from Manyama village is said to be a teacher at Munyatipanzi Primary school.

It is reported that a raging Matambo threw a flurry of punches at the adultǝrǝrs as they lay on the bǝd in their birthday suits.

Matambo, sources told Bmetro, sensed that something was fishy after he heard weird noises that suggested someone was having intense pleasure, coming from his bedr00m.

He was sure it was his wife who was m0aning in ecstasy. His reaction was instant and decisive.

A source who declined to be named said Matambo had always suspected that his wife was chǝating on him with Zinyoro after stumbling on sleazy messages on her phone.

The source said the illicit affɑir had been going on for some time until on the day, working on a tip-off, Matambo busted them.

“After a tip off from neighbours that his wife was in the habit of hosting Zinyoro at their house during his absence, Matambo decided to catch them red-handed. He lied to his wife that he was visiting his uncle who stays in Zenda and would come back the following day,” narrated the source.

Margret exploited the opportunity and invited Zinyoro to come over and crown the night at her place.

“But as they relished the moment and at around 10pm the man of the house, Matambo suddenly arrived – like a tropical storm – to find his wife betraying him under the covers. He smothered the teacher with heavy blows and dragged him out of the bed before swinging more haymakers at him. The hapless teacher crumbled to the ground and lay still.

“Matambo, blinded by rage apparently felt the solid punches were not doing enough damage. He reached for an axe and struck Zinyoro once above the right eye. The teacher, who may have been faking unconsciousness came, sensing Matambo’s murderous intent,” explained the source.

Realising that her l0ver was staring death in the face, the source said, Margret who was pleading with her husband to stop assaulting Zinyoro, grabbed the axe and threw it away.

“A still nakǝd Zinyoro, who had made a ‘miraculous recovery’ exploited the opportunity to bolt out of the house. He left his lover at the mercy of her husband,” further explained the source.

The source said Zinyoro later approached Margret’s mother to talk to Matambo on his behalf so that he could compensate him but Matambo turned down the offer.

Contacted for comment, Zinyoro refused to entertain questions from this publication.

”Saka imi murikuda kudii apa? What do you want to do with the information?” he curtly asked before he hung up his phone.

Both Matambo and his wife could not be reached for comment as their phones rang unanswered.

— BMetro

Three suspects are on the run for assaulting and stabbing a Gokwe man to death over yet unknown reasons.

Jesus Nyoni (31) was beaten to death by the three who vanished after committing the crime.

The incident took place at Kokoloza Business Centre in Msala area on 2 January.

Police have since launched a manhunt for Ntanta Ndlovu, Kwazi Ndebele, Nxolani Ndebele and Manchester Ngwenya who are wanted for the murder of Nyoni.

Police, via their official twitter handle, confirmed the incident.

“Police in Gokwe are appealing for information which may lead to the arrest of Ntanta Ndlovu, Kwazi Ndebele, Nxolani Ndebele and Manchester Ngwenya who are being sought in connection with a case of murder which occurred on 02/01/23 at Kokoloza Business Centre, Msala,” said police.

The suspects assaulted the victim, Jesus Nyoni (31) to death with hands before Manchester Ngwenya stabbed him with an okapi knife on the shoulder and ear.

Anyone with information to report at any nearest Police Station.

— BMetro

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa wants jailed CCC deputy chairperson Hon Job Sikhala to rot in prison.

This was said by the Citizens Coalition for Change ( CCC) in a statement.

The party wants Hon Sikhala to be released from prison with immediate effect.

“The continued denial of bail for Job Sikhala by the regime in Harare is a gross violation of the Constitution.

Bail is a constitutional entitlement.

We’ll continue demanding & fighting for his freedom. He is innocent.

FreeWiwa

WiwaWednesday.”

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa wants jailed CCC deputy chairperson Hon Job Sikhala to rot in prison.

This was said by the Citizens Coalition for Change ( CCC) in a statement.

The party wants Hon Sikhala to be released from prison with immediate effect.

“The continued denial of bail for Job Sikhala by the regime in Harare is a gross violation of the Constitution.

Bail is a constitutional entitlement.

We’ll continue demanding & fighting for his freedom. He is innocent.

FreeWiwa

WiwaWednesday.”

Business Correspondent |Leading mining companies Inner Core Resources Private Limited and Three Wingers Enterprises are gearing up for ernomous progress in 2023.

The two companies have set in place a strategic partnership that will enhance their operations.

Inner Core Resources will advertise its products and services through Three Wingers Enterprises platforms.

In a statement on Monday, Inner Core Resources said:

“We provide the following services and many others:

Underground and surface Geological Mapping,
Reef mapping, magnetics, Induced Polarization (Ip)
Geological Reporting
Mine registration, pegging and beaconing
Mine dump evaluation,
EIA, EMP…”

“These are some of the services but as far as mining is concerned, we have experienced people who start from exploration to mining and processing.

We also provide mining assets and facilitate Jv agreements.

Any mining related baby (Issue), we can help.. those who want to buy mining equipment and don’t know which ones to use, we are ready to get the best equipment for them.

We can also facilitate mining equipment selling for those who want to set up milling plants,” the company said in a statement.

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

For more information

Call /WhatsApp 0774028830 for more

Facebook: Gold Mining Consultancy Zimbabwe

Website: https://www.threewingersenterprises.com

Three suspects are on the run for assaulting and stabbing a Gokwe man to death over yet unknown reasons.

Jesus Nyoni (31) was beaten to death by the three who vanished after committing the crime.

The incident took place at Kokoloza Business Centre in Msala area on 2 January.

Police have since launched a manhunt for Ntanta Ndlovu, Kwazi Ndebele, Nxolani Ndebele and Manchester Ngwenya who are wanted for the murder of Nyoni.

Police, via their official twitter handle, confirmed the incident.

“Police in Gokwe are appealing for information which may lead to the arrest of Ntanta Ndlovu, Kwazi Ndebele, Nxolani Ndebele and Manchester Ngwenya who are being sought in connection with a case of murder which occurred on 02/01/23 at Kokoloza Business Centre, Msala,” said police.

The suspects assaulted the victim, Jesus Nyoni (31) to death with hands before Manchester Ngwenya stabbed him with an okapi knife on the shoulder and ear.

Anyone with information to report at any nearest Police Station.

— BMetro

A CHEATƎD husband went bananas after allegedly arriving home to find his wife can00dling in bǝd with a teacher from a local school, on his matrimonial bed.

It was gathered that Elson Moyo Matambo from Madzivanyika Village under Chief Chireya in Gokwe, Midlands province allegedly struck Mudzingwa Zinyoro with an axe on the face after he caught him playing hide the sausage game with his wifǝ Margret Chapanduka.

Zinyoro from Manyama village is said to be a teacher at Munyatipanzi Primary school.

It is reported that a raging Matambo threw a flurry of punches at the adultǝrǝrs as they lay on the bǝd in their birthday suits.

Matambo, sources told Bmetro, sensed that something was fishy after he heard weird noises that suggested someone was having intense pleasure, coming from his bedr00m.

He was sure it was his wife who was m0aning in ecstasy. His reaction was instant and decisive.

A source who declined to be named said Matambo had always suspected that his wife was chǝating on him with Zinyoro after stumbling on sleazy messages on her phone.

The source said the illicit affɑir had been going on for some time until on the day, working on a tip-off, Matambo busted them.

“After a tip off from neighbours that his wife was in the habit of hosting Zinyoro at their house during his absence, Matambo decided to catch them red-handed. He lied to his wife that he was visiting his uncle who stays in Zenda and would come back the following day,” narrated the source.

Margret exploited the opportunity and invited Zinyoro to come over and crown the night at her place.

“But as they relished the moment and at around 10pm the man of the house, Matambo suddenly arrived – like a tropical storm – to find his wife betraying him under the covers. He smothered the teacher with heavy blows and dragged him out of the bed before swinging more haymakers at him. The hapless teacher crumbled to the ground and lay still.

“Matambo, blinded by rage apparently felt the solid punches were not doing enough damage. He reached for an axe and struck Zinyoro once above the right eye. The teacher, who may have been faking unconsciousness came, sensing Matambo’s murderous intent,” explained the source.

Realising that her l0ver was staring death in the face, the source said, Margret who was pleading with her husband to stop assaulting Zinyoro, grabbed the axe and threw it away.

“A still nakǝd Zinyoro, who had made a ‘miraculous recovery’ exploited the opportunity to bolt out of the house. He left his lover at the mercy of her husband,” further explained the source.

The source said Zinyoro later approached Margret’s mother to talk to Matambo on his behalf so that he could compensate him but Matambo turned down the offer.

Contacted for comment, Zinyoro refused to entertain questions from this publication.

”Saka imi murikuda kudii apa? What do you want to do with the information?” he curtly asked before he hung up his phone.

Both Matambo and his wife could not be reached for comment as their phones rang unanswered.

— BMetro

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has reached out to security chefs, pointing out that his administration will work with all progressive individuals.

In a statement on Thursday, CCC emphasized the need to protect security chefs’ interests.

“We will honour, protect and work with all men and women in uniform.

We will and must reward the patriotism and integrity of our security services,”CCC deputy spokesperson Gift Ostallos Siziba said.

We salute our citizens security services- the citizens’ army, citizens’ police and citizens’ intelligence & prison services.

KangeneUjaha

NgaapindeHakeMukomana

Tinashe Sambiri| The Zanu PF leader Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa wants jailed CCC deputy chairperson Hon Job Sikhala to rot in prison.

This was said by the Citizens Coalition for Change ( CCC) in a statement.

The party wants Hon Sikhala to be released from prison with immediate effect.

“The continued denial of bail for Job Sikhala by the regime in Harare is a gross violation of the Constitution.

Bail is a constitutional entitlement.

We’ll continue demanding & fighting for his freedom. He is innocent.

FreeWiwa

WiwaWednesday.”

By A Correspondent

Still to apologise to 1 Aug 2018 victims, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga yesterday shamelessly joined the rest of the world in mourning Pope Benedict XVI, who died on Saturday aged 95.

It was on the 2nd Aug 2018, that Chiwenga told ZimEye the bullets that killed 6 victims in Harare as election results were being changed, were produced by teargas.

He also claimed that the murdered 6 people were killed by Nelson Chamisa’s hooligans, and 4 years later compensation is still to be paid despite the Motlanthe qasi court ruling that the ZANU PF government did it all.

Fast forward to this month, the dead pope was laid to rest yesterday at the St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City.

“Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that,” says Chiwenga.

The current head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, gave a homily in St Peter’s Square during the burial of his predecessor, who resigned in 2013 due to ill health and advanced age, becoming the first Pope to resign in 600 years.

Acting President Dr Constantino Chiwenga yesterday signed a condolence book at the Vatican Embassy in Harare. He described the former head of the Catholic Church as a man who gave his life to the work of God.

Zimbabwe enjoys excellent relations with the Catholic Church, dating back to the days of the liberation struggle. The church has continued to participate in several community development projects especially in the areas of health and education.

Acting President Chiwenga, himself a devout Catholic, went down memory lane, detailing the journey travelled by the late Pope from the time he went into priesthood in Germany, missionary work up to the time he was made head of the Catholic Church.

“It is sad that when someone passes we know we will never see them again, but at the same time we are celebrating his God-given lifelong calling for having been a servant of the Catholic Church and humanity at large,” he said. “Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that.

“I think the rest of what he has done from when he went into priesthood in Germany, his missionary work right up to when he landed in Rome at the Vatican and eventually becoming the Pope, the head of the Catholic Church, is well documented.”

In his message seen by The Herald, Acting President Chiwenga wrote: “On behalf of the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, the Government and people of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and indeed on my own behalf, I would like to convey our most sincere condolences on the passing on of His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. “Zimbabwe joins the international community in celebrating a lifelong servant to the Catholic Church and to humanity.

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will always be remembered for his humility, unwavering commitment to the alleviation of the suffering of the disadvantaged segments of society, and for the advancement of peace, in accordance with the Word of God.

By A Correspondent

Still to apologise to 1 Aug 2018 victims, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga yesterday shamelessly joined the rest of the world in mourning Pope Benedict XVI, who died on Saturday aged 95.

It was on the 2nd Aug 2018, that Chiwenga told ZimEye the bullets that killed 6 victims in Harare as election results were being changed, were produced by teargas.

He also claimed that the murdered 6 people were killed by Nelson Chamisa’s hooligans, and 4 years later compensation is still to be paid despite the Motlanthe qasi court ruling that the ZANU PF government did it all.

Fast forward to this month, the dead pope was laid to rest yesterday at the St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City.

“Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that,” says Chiwenga.

The current head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, gave a homily in St Peter’s Square during the burial of his predecessor, who resigned in 2013 due to ill health and advanced age, becoming the first Pope to resign in 600 years.

Acting President Dr Constantino Chiwenga yesterday signed a condolence book at the Vatican Embassy in Harare. He described the former head of the Catholic Church as a man who gave his life to the work of God.

Zimbabwe enjoys excellent relations with the Catholic Church, dating back to the days of the liberation struggle. The church has continued to participate in several community development projects especially in the areas of health and education.

Acting President Chiwenga, himself a devout Catholic, went down memory lane, detailing the journey travelled by the late Pope from the time he went into priesthood in Germany, missionary work up to the time he was made head of the Catholic Church.

“It is sad that when someone passes we know we will never see them again, but at the same time we are celebrating his God-given lifelong calling for having been a servant of the Catholic Church and humanity at large,” he said. “Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that.

“I think the rest of what he has done from when he went into priesthood in Germany, his missionary work right up to when he landed in Rome at the Vatican and eventually becoming the Pope, the head of the Catholic Church, is well documented.”

In his message seen by The Herald, Acting President Chiwenga wrote: “On behalf of the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, the Government and people of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and indeed on my own behalf, I would like to convey our most sincere condolences on the passing on of His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. “Zimbabwe joins the international community in celebrating a lifelong servant to the Catholic Church and to humanity.

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will always be remembered for his humility, unwavering commitment to the alleviation of the suffering of the disadvantaged segments of society, and for the advancement of peace, in accordance with the Word of God.

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC leader President Nelson Chamisa has reached out to security chefs, pointing out that his administration will work with all progressive individuals.

In a statement on Thursday, CCC emphasized the need to protect security chefs’ interests.

“We will honour, protect and work with all men and women in uniform.

We will and must reward the patriotism and integrity of our security services,”CCC deputy spokesperson Gift Ostallos Siziba said.

We salute our citizens security services- the citizens’ army, citizens’ police and citizens’ intelligence & prison services.

KangeneUjaha

NgaapindeHakeMukomana

There was a hit and run accident at the corner of Robert Mugabe and 3rd Avenue in Bulawayo yesterday. DO YOU KNOW THIS NOTORIOUS DRIVER?

The missing 14y old Zimbabwean lad, Munopa, has been found, days after he went missing. The family publishes the following announcement:

♦️UPDATE ON OUR SON♦️

We are pleased to inform you that ..MUNOPA is now back home…

Thank you very much for your prayers and everlasting support…???

May the Lord continue to bless you all, let’s continue to be united and spread love.

Maita henyu Mwari…?

By Business Reporter | As dramatic as it sounds, the ZANU PF President Emmerson Mnangagwa has restored the death sentence, abruptly, extra-judicially and prejudicially against his own party loyales. In the following video mid last month, Emmerson Mnangagwa announced ‘death sentence’ on all ZANU PF members caught selling lithium ore in Bikita, Masvingo Province. “Their days on earth have rolled back,” he says, adding to previous such threats against lawyers and doctors who attend to human rights defenders.
[Chinese miners are exempted]

Still to apologise to 1 Aug 2018 victims, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga yesterday shamelessly joined the rest of the world in mourning Pope Benedict XVI, who died on Saturday aged 95.

It was on the 2nd Aug 2018, that Chiwenga told ZimEye the bullets that killed 6 victims in Harare as election results were being changed, were produced by teargas. He also claimed that the murdered 6 people were killed by Nelson Chamisa’s hooligans, and 4 years later compensation is still to be paid despite the Motlanthe qasi court ruling that the ZANU PF government did it all.

Fast forward to this month, the dead pope was laid to rest yesterday at the St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City.

“Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that,” says Chiwenga.

The current head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, gave a homily in St Peter’s Square during the burial of his predecessor, who resigned in 2013 due to ill health and advanced age, becoming the first Pope to resign in 600 years.

Acting President Dr Constantino Chiwenga yesterday signed a condolence book at the Vatican Embassy in Harare. He described the former head of the Catholic Church as a man who gave his life to the work of God. Zimbabwe enjoys excellent relations with the Catholic Church, dating back to the days of the liberation struggle. The church has continued to participate in several community development projects especially in the areas of health and education.

Acting President Chiwenga, himself a devout Catholic, went down memory lane, detailing the journey travelled by the late Pope from the time he went into priesthood in Germany, missionary work up to the time he was made head of the Catholic Church. “It is sad that when someone passes we know we will never see them again, but at the same time we are celebrating his God-given lifelong calling for having been a servant of the Catholic Church and humanity at large,” he said. “Pope Benedict was known mainly for his two cardinal principles — peace and the love of humanity — and so we are motivated by that. “I think the rest of what he has done from when he went into priesthood in Germany, his missionary work right up to when he landed in Rome at the Vatican and eventually becoming the Pope, the head of the Catholic Church, is well documented.” In his message seen by The Herald, Acting President Chiwenga wrote: “On behalf of the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, the Government and people of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and indeed on my own behalf, I would like to convey our most sincere condolences on the passing on of His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. “Zimbabwe joins the international community in celebrating a lifelong servant to the Catholic Church and to humanity. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will always be remembered for his humility, unwavering commitment to the alleviation of the suffering of the disadvantaged segments of society, and for the advancement of peace, in accordance with the Word of God.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the Catholic Church during this time of great pain and grief. “May the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI rest in eternal peace. In this period of sadness and sorrow, please accept the assurances of our highest consideration.” Pope Francis’ representative in Zimbabwe, Apostolic Nuncio Archbishop Paolo Rudelli, said the Church is honoured by the visit of the Acting President to commiserate with them. “We feel honoured by the presence of the Acting President on behalf of President Mnangagwa and at the moment we give grace to the Lord for the long life of Pope Benedict XVI. “It is a moment of grief but also of gratitude as Pope Francis said for all the life of Pope Benedict XVI has been for the church,” Apostolic Nuncio Archbishop Rudelli.

ZANU-PF provincial member, Silos Magodyo who once acted as Chief Sinakoma of Binga between 1998 and 2011 has died at the age of 51 and has been declared a liberation hero.

Magodyo died on December 24 in Binga and was buried this morning at Binga cemetery.

Announcing Magodyo’s liberation hero status, Zanu-PF Secretary for Administration Obert Mpofu said: “The President and First Secretary of Zanu-PF Cde E.D Mnangagwa has conferred liberation hero status to the late Cde Silas Magodyo.”

At the time of his death, Magodyo who is a former District Coordinating Committee (DCC) Secretary for Commissariat, was the party’s provincial secretary for the disabled and disadvantaged persons in Matabeleland North province.

He was born on 5 June 1971 in Mataala village under Chief Sinakoma and did his primary education at Nsenga Hill Primary School between 1978 and 1984, and attended Binga High School between 1985 and 1986 for ZJC.

After school, Magodyo was a Campfire resource manager in the Binga Rural District Council between 1990 and 1993.

From 2002 to 2004 he was a ward coordinator in Sinakoma ward 5 for the Ministry of Youth, and became ward youth officer from 2008 until 2018 when he officially retired.

After retirement he continued with the positive spirit of serving the ruling party Zanu-PF and Government.

Most of his years in formal employment coincided with his appointment as chief regent from 1998 to 2011.

Magodyo started political activism as a youth under Zapu in Binga in 1985.

He was the Binga district command centre chair for the 2005 parliamentary elections and was chief elections agent for the party’s candidate Cde Joe Mudimba during the 2008 elections.

Between 2004 and 2008 Magodyo served as Zanu-PF DCC Secretary for Commissariat.

He was provincial secretary for the disabled and disadvantaged persons in Matabeleland North province between 2021 and 2022.

The party leadership said it had lost a self-motivated and hardworking cadre who had a good understanding of political history, ideology, and vision for independence of African states from colonial bondage, as he worked selflessly to ensure Africans ruled themselves.

— Chronicle

It’s possible for a falling tree to kill a driver, the same way a ZRP cop died in a Borrowdale road tree accident, says @mbiresaurusraa1

By Business Reporter | In this video last month, Emmerson Mnangagwa announces ‘death sentence’ on all ZANU PF members caught selling lithium ore in Bikita, Masvingo Province. “Their days on earth have rolled back,” he says, adding to previous such threats against lawyers and doctors who attend to human rights defenders.
[Chinese miners are exempted]

POLICE in Mashonaland East Province have arrested Clemence Mukuwatsine (45) of Nyarugwe Village, Mutoko for allegedly killing his parents using a hoe handle following a family misunderstanding on Tuesday.

Allegations are that Stephen Mukuwatsine (72), his wife Elizabeth Kamhoti (67) and their daughter were at home in the area under Chief Mutoko discussing a marriage dispute between their son Clemence (45) and his wife.

After the discussion, it is reported that Clemence Mukuwatsine went to work in a nearby groundnuts field while his father remained.

At around 10am, Clemence Mukuwatsine’s sister went to the groundnuts field intending to invite her brother for breakfast, but he charged towards her, blaming her for bewitching him. He allegedly struck his sister with bricks, once on the back of the head and once on the left elbow.

Their father intervened, holding a hoe handle while his sister retreated to the house where her mother was.

Mukuwatsine then snatched the hoe handle from his father and struck him several times on the forehead and face until he fell unconscious. Still holding the hoe handle, he then allegedly charged towards his mother Elizabeth, who was in the sitting room.

He allegedly accused her of hiding his sister in the house while striking her several times on the forehead and face until she became unconscious.

Police spokesperson for Mashonaland East Province Inspector Simon Chazovachiyi said Mukuwatsine was later stopped by a passer-by who intervened and tried to stop him from further assaulting his mother. He then chased this passer-by who ran towards nearby homesteads calling for help.

“Villagers managed to apprehend the accused and locked him in his house. A report was made at ZRP Mutoko leading to the arrest of the accused person. The two bodies were conveyed to Mutoko District hospital mortuary for a post-mortem.

“People should learn to resolve disputes in peace. They can also seek counselling from community leaders or use the Police Victim Friendly Unit or church leaders so that they resolve their issues amicably, rather than resort to committing serious crimes,” said Insp Chazovachiyi.

— Herald

POLICE in Mashonaland East Province have arrested Clemence Mukuwatsine (45) of Nyarugwe Village, Mutoko for allegedly killing his parents using a hoe handle following a family misunderstanding on Tuesday.

Allegations are that Stephen Mukuwatsine (72), his wife Elizabeth Kamhoti (67) and their daughter were at home in the area under Chief Mutoko discussing a marriage dispute between their son Clemence (45) and his wife.

After the discussion, it is reported that Clemence Mukuwatsine went to work in a nearby groundnuts field while his father remained.

At around 10am, Clemence Mukuwatsine’s sister went to the groundnuts field intending to invite her brother for breakfast, but he charged towards her, blaming her for bewitching him. He allegedly struck his sister with bricks, once on the back of the head and once on the left elbow.

Their father intervened, holding a hoe handle while his sister retreated to the house where her mother was.

Mukuwatsine then snatched the hoe handle from his father and struck him several times on the forehead and face until he fell unconscious. Still holding the hoe handle, he then allegedly charged towards his mother Elizabeth, who was in the sitting room.

He allegedly accused her of hiding his sister in the house while striking her several times on the forehead and face until she became unconscious.

Police spokesperson for Mashonaland East Province Inspector Simon Chazovachiyi said Mukuwatsine was later stopped by a passer-by who intervened and tried to stop him from further assaulting his mother. He then chased this passer-by who ran towards nearby homesteads calling for help.

“Villagers managed to apprehend the accused and locked him in his house. A report was made at ZRP Mutoko leading to the arrest of the accused person. The two bodies were conveyed to Mutoko District hospital mortuary for a post-mortem.

“People should learn to resolve disputes in peace. They can also seek counselling from community leaders or use the Police Victim Friendly Unit or church leaders so that they resolve their issues amicably, rather than resort to committing serious crimes,” said Insp Chazovachiyi.

— Herald

Tinashe Sambiri|CCC youth taskforce spokesperson Stephen Sarkozy Chuma has condemned the harassment and victimisation of Winky D by Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration.

According to Chuma, Winky D is the voice of suffering citizens.

See below the CCC official’s argument:

A ZANU PF shadowy outfit by the name EEG (whatever that means) are a danger to the ghetto. They want Winky D to be banned for singing about very issues affecting us everyday. @winkydonline is simply amplifying our voices in the ghetto.

In 1977, Ian Douglas Smith banned Thomas Mapfumo songs and later on jailed him for 90 days.

In 2023, ED Mnangagwa through EEG announced they intend to ban Winky D. Mapfumo was a voice of masses against colonialism. Winky D is a voice of citizens against corruption and poverty.

A HIGHFIELD school head has come under fire after sending his nudǝ picture to his marriǝd personal assistant.

James Mukwirimba, the headmaster of Kudzanayi Primary School, clashed with the woman’s husband, Crispen Zhou, after he saw the picture in messages sent to Privilege Zhou.

Privilege resisted Mukwirimba’s ƨǝxual advances and showed Crispen the messages.

Crispen took up the matter with the Provincial Director of Education.

Mukwirimba confirmed sending the nudǝs to his personal assistant.

“It’s a long story my brother,” said Mukwirimba.

“It is true that the nudǝ photograph is mine, I am the one who sent it to Crispen, not his wife (personal assistant).

“We had a quarrel whereby Crispen was accusing me of dating his wife and he called me names.

“Out of anger, I told him that handidanane nemukadzi wako asi iwe ndiwe wandingatoita mukadzi.

“Following that heated argument, I sent him the nudǝ photograph, but I now regret it because he went on to post it to several people, who include my girlfriend.

“Crispen approached my bosses over the matter, and Privilege applied for a transfer, but later withdrew the application,” said Mukwirimba.

He told H-Metro that Crispen ended up demanding money over the issue.

“This incident happened sometime last year, and Crispen took it to the province.

“We were called and agreed to settle the matter. Crispen went on to sign an affidavit that he would not take up the case further.

“He demanded US$500 for sending the photo to his wife, and I refused to pay. That is why he is pursuing it.

“It’s like he is after extorting me,” said Mukwirimba.

Mukwirimba’s alleged girlfriend is a Grade 7 teacher at the same school, Otilia Nyakabawu.

Crispen told H-Metro that he descended heavily on Mukwirimba after seeing the nudǝ picture since he wrecked another couples marriage before.

“Mukwirimba is a pervert,” said Crispen.

“He wrecked one of the teachers’ marriage and wanted to do the same to mine.

“I want to thank my wife for exposing him, and I took the matter to his bosses.

“He was bǝdding a married student teacher, and her marriage ended,” said Crispen.

Privilege confirmed the matter, saying she is feeling the heat from both ends about the matter.

“I have a lot to say about Mukwirimba,” said Privillage.

“I am under pressure both from home and at work.

“Mukwirimba is my boss, and Crispen is my husband, so the heat is too much to say the least,” she said.

Otilia confirmed dating Mukwirimba and said Crispen sent the nudǝ to her just to expose them.

“Crispen sent Mukwirimba’s nudǝ after learning about our affair,” said Otilia.

“I am not sure about Mukwirimba’s marital status although he looks like a married man. Unongozivawo kuti haungabvunzisise boss wako.”

— HMetro

ZANU-PF provincial member, Silos Magodyo who once acted as Chief Sinakoma of Binga between 1998 and 2011 has died at the age of 51 and has been declared a liberation hero.

Magodyo died on December 24 in Binga and was buried this morning at Binga cemetery.

Announcing Magodyo’s liberation hero status, Zanu-PF Secretary for Administration Obert Mpofu said: “The President and First Secretary of Zanu-PF Cde E.D Mnangagwa has conferred liberation hero status to the late Cde Silas Magodyo.”

At the time of his death, Magodyo who is a former District Coordinating Committee (DCC) Secretary for Commissariat, was the party’s provincial secretary for the disabled and disadvantaged persons in Matabeleland North province.

He was born on 5 June 1971 in Mataala village under Chief Sinakoma and did his primary education at Nsenga Hill Primary School between 1978 and 1984, and attended Binga High School between 1985 and 1986 for ZJC.

After school, Magodyo was a Campfire resource manager in the Binga Rural District Council between 1990 and 1993.

From 2002 to 2004 he was a ward coordinator in Sinakoma ward 5 for the Ministry of Youth, and became ward youth officer from 2008 until 2018 when he officially retired.

After retirement he continued with the positive spirit of serving the ruling party Zanu-PF and Government.

Most of his years in formal employment coincided with his appointment as chief regent from 1998 to 2011.

Magodyo started political activism as a youth under Zapu in Binga in 1985.

He was the Binga district command centre chair for the 2005 parliamentary elections and was chief elections agent for the party’s candidate Cde Joe Mudimba during the 2008 elections.

Between 2004 and 2008 Magodyo served as Zanu-PF DCC Secretary for Commissariat.

He was provincial secretary for the disabled and disadvantaged persons in Matabeleland North province between 2021 and 2022.

The party leadership said it had lost a self-motivated and hardworking cadre who had a good understanding of political history, ideology, and vision for independence of African states from colonial bondage, as he worked selflessly to ensure Africans ruled themselves.

— Chronicle

ZANU-PF provincial member, Silos Magodyo who once acted as Chief Sinakoma of Binga between 1998 and 2011 has died at the age of 51 and has been declared a liberation hero.

Magodyo died on December 24 in Binga and was buried this morning at Binga cemetery.

Announcing Magodyo’s liberation hero status, Zanu-PF Secretary for Administration Obert Mpofu said: “The President and First Secretary of Zanu-PF Cde E.D Mnangagwa has conferred liberation hero status to the late Cde Silas Magodyo.”

At the time of his death, Magodyo who is a former District Coordinating Committee (DCC) Secretary for Commissariat, was the party’s provincial secretary for the disabled and disadvantaged persons in Matabeleland North province.

He was born on 5 June 1971 in Mataala village under Chief Sinakoma and did his primary education at Nsenga Hill Primary School between 1978 and 1984, and attended Binga High School between 1985 and 1986 for ZJC.

After school, Magodyo was a Campfire resource manager in the Binga Rural District Council between 1990 and 1993.

From 2002 to 2004 he was a ward coordinator in Sinakoma ward 5 for the Ministry of Youth, and became ward youth officer from 2008 until 2018 when he officially retired.

After retirement he continued with the positive spirit of serving the ruling party Zanu-PF and Government.

Most of his years in formal employment coincided with his appointment as chief regent from 1998 to 2011.

Magodyo started political activism as a youth under Zapu in Binga in 1985.

He was the Binga district command centre chair for the 2005 parliamentary elections and was chief elections agent for the party’s candidate Cde Joe Mudimba during the 2008 elections.

Between 2004 and 2008 Magodyo served as Zanu-PF DCC Secretary for Commissariat.

He was provincial secretary for the disabled and disadvantaged persons in Matabeleland North province between 2021 and 2022.

The party leadership said it had lost a self-motivated and hardworking cadre who had a good understanding of political history, ideology, and vision for independence of African states from colonial bondage, as he worked selflessly to ensure Africans ruled themselves.

— Chronicle