Norton legislator Temba Mliswa has predicted a big surprise in the 2023 elections saying the youth vote will constitute 50 percent.

Mliswa said only a massive turn out of ‘unhappy’ youths to vote will stop the military from interfering in the elections.

Below is Mliswa’s Twitter thread:

1/ Zim youth will speak in 2023. “There’s nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come” – Victor Hugo. I’m crystal clear about that. They’re watching what is going on, they know there are leaders who are brutal, who can kill and persecute @YARDzim2023

2/ So 2023 will be one big surprise and no one will do anything about it. Even the military which some may perceive will be involved, will not when the people come out in their numbers.

3/The youth vote will be big. YARD stats are very clear. In 2013 the youth vote was 5%. Mobilisation, through the various political party youth structures to raise awareness for youth participation and voter registration began. This exercise saw the youth vote rise to 30% in 2018

4/ Come 2023, you’re looking at the youth vote constituting over 50% of the total voters. You can’t stop that wave, you can’t stop that wave! Everything points to the fact that they’re not happy. @ZANU_PF_YL @MDCYouthAssembl @moysarzim @zimyouthcouncil

5/ Nothing is being addressed. Review Statements from ministers are political, there is no execution or implementation. Cabinet does not review the budget itself to see how they’ve performed. Resultantly, you have a big problem in all these areas.

A 40-year-old Mvurwi woman was arrested on Wednesday after she allegedly wrapped her newly born baby with a sack and a stone before throwing it in a dam.

Jessica Matadya  of Dangamera farm, Mvurwi is assisting police with investigations.

Acting Mashonaland Central police spokesperson Assistant Inspector Naison Dhliwayo confirmed the case.

“I can confirm a case of infanticide where a mother threw her newly born baby in a dam wrapped in a sack, the dead body was discovered by little children who were playing close the dam and alerted their elders,” said.

A police report was filed at Velvekia police base and following a tip off the police managed to arrest Matadya who divulged how she committed the offense.

Police warned people to respect the sanctity of life by not killing innocent souls.

-Bulawayo 24

Tinashe Sambiri|MDC Alliance leader President Nelson Chamisa has described the imposition of command vaccination on churches as unfortunate.

The Zanu PF regime was supposed to hold wide consultations with church leaders before imposing command vaccination, according to President Chamisa.

He wrote on Twitter:
“REOPENING OF CHURCHES…

Church representative bodies and pastors must have been engaged and consulted before any decision affecting them was made.

No Gvt command decision must be made without prior & adequate consultation with those to be affected.This we will change!Happy Sabbath.”

“Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex and harass certain of the church.

When Herod stretches forth his hand to vex the church..then Herod was eaten by worms and died. Acts 12:1 Blessed day friends,” added President Chamisa.

By A Correspondent | MDC Alliance vice president Hon Tendai Biti has said Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is a hypocrite.

This follows the imposition of the vaccination programme on churches.

Mr Mnangagwa’s administration has announced that fully vaccinated congregants would be allowed to attend sit-in services.

“Whilst we support unreservedly the vaccination agenda , it is unconstitutional ,unlawful, discriminatory & hypocritical to require vaccination as a precondition to enjoyment of the right to worship.Only masking & social distancing should be a requirement,” argued Hon Biti.

He also accused the regime of stealing pension funds.

“A class action is required against the atrocities of pension funds, particularly
@OldMutualZW & @FirstMutualLife

.Secondly Parliament must enact a Bill actualizing the recommendations of the 2017 Justice Smith s Commission of Inquiry into Conversion of Pension & Insurance Funds.”

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has advertised a number of posts saying interested and qualified candidates must have submitted requisite documents by 16 August 2021. Pindula News presents the ZIMRA advert.

Vacancy notice Various Posts

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill in the following positions that have arisen within the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) – an equal opportunity employer.

HEAD PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT-LEVEL 5 (1)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Ensure that purchasing strategies and processes are in place for each procurement category to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality and delivery targets, which enables the Authority to function effectively.

Ensure that value for money is achieved, including Terms and conditions, supplier selection or de-selection, evaluation and rationalisation of supply chain solutions including vendor managed inventory, supplier consignments and safety stock.

 Procure goods and services in line with the Public Procurement & Disposal of Public Assets Act (CAP 22:23) and procedures

 Evaluate the challenges faced in each category and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities.

 Contribute to overall business strategy and annual budget process.

 Participate in the initiation and development of a creative and innovative procurement processes (e-Procurement).

 Analyze and compare financial reports and pricing proposals from several trusted suppliers before negotiating terms and prices to obtain the best deal for the company.

 Provide leadership to categories under control. Coach, mentor and develop direct reports and manage a high performing team that delivers continuous improvement, added value and cost reductions.

 Set categories objectives and monitor ongoing progress and performance.

 Ensure strong communication between teams under leadership to facilitate exchange of information and in order to implement change and improvements.

 Establish risk management strategies, checks and controls in order to address project risks.

 Manage the Procurement budget and ensuring that the expenditure is within the budget.

 Effectively utilize the Performance Management System (IRBM) for the training & development of staff as well as achievement of sectional and organizational goals.

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical and sound knowledge of Public Procurement.

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 An MBA / MBL / MSc is a must.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is a must.

 At least five (10) years working experience in Purchasing and Supply environment at management level of which 5 years should be in Public Procurement.

HEAD CONTRACTS – MANAGEMENT: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT UNIT –LEVEL 5 (1)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Ensure that the function operates in accordance the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, and with any other policies and procedures affecting effective execution of procurement duties in the Authority.

 Advise the division on legal matters in procurement contracts.

 Ensure procurement proceedings compliance to the relevant laws

 Report all Procurement activities to the relevant stakeholders as guided by the relevant internal policy and the relevant laws.

 Manage and administer all procurement contracts of the Authority.

 Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.

 Establish and enforce procurement policies and procedures, and manage compliance within the Unit.

 Oversee the functions of procurement planning, budgeting, compliance with the Act and internal procedures, alignment of the act and procedures.

 Ensure swift responses to the macro and microsystems without violating the requirements of the law.

 Manage contract, PRAZ returns process, compliance, internal and other external reports.

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Packages.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills and sound knowledge of contracts management.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration/ Commercial/Business Law / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 An MBA / MBL / MSc is a must.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Certificate in Project Management is a must

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is an added advantage.

 At least five (10) years working experience in Purchasing and Supply environment at management level of which five (5) years should be in Contracts Management.

MANAGER: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT UNIT –LEVEL 6 (2)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Conduct procurement in accordance the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, and with any other policies and procedures affecting effective execution of procurement duties in the Authority.

 Develop sound, cost-effective strategies for the procurement of goods, works and services

 Maintain relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors.

 Evaluate spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products, works or services procured and the timeliness of deliveries.

 Communicate with Head Sourcing regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production.

 Conduct cost analysis and setting benchmarks for improvement.

 Develop risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages.

 Supervise a purchasing team and delegating tasks across departments when necessary.

 Work closely with the company legal department to make sure contracts and terms are favourable

 Manage categories of procurements done for the regions.

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Packages.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills and sound knowledge of public procurement management.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 An MBA / MBL / MSc is an added advantage.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is an added advantage.

 At least five (5) years working experience in Purchasing and Supply environment at supervisory or management level of which three (3) years should be in Public Procurement.

PLANNING AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT UNIT –LEVEL 6 (1)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Conduct procurement in accordance the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, and with any other policies and procedures affecting effective execution of procurement duties in the Authority.

 Direct and oversee procurement contracts throughout their lifecycle.

 Provide subject matter expertise, advice, recommendations, training and guidance to staff and management on contractual and procurement related issues, policies, procedures, issues, and systems.

 Draft, evaluate, negotiate and execute various procurement contracts.

 Own the procurement process and support various procurement functions such as strategic sourcing, subcontracting, vendor file management, and assist staff in drafting of requests for proposals, specifications, terms of reference, evaluation criteria and sole source justifications.

 Provide quality assurance and oversight to global contract and procurement-related functions by evaluating and identifying gaps in legal instruments, policies, procedures, business systems, processes or tools, and recommend and implement updates and/or improvements ensuring organizational efficiency, effectiveness and standardization.

 Ensure all procurement contracts, related legal documents and templates are up-to-date and compliant with statutory laws.

 Report on legal activities, risks and litigation.

 Monitor contracts and moving forward with close-out, extension or renewal of contracts.

 Create and maintain relationships with suppliers.

 Problem-solve procurement contract-related issues.

 Analyze and report on specific risks associated with contracts.

 Supervise the legal drafting and compliance team.

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Packages.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills and sound knowledge of contracts and compliance management.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 An MBA / MBL / MSc is an added advantage.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is an added advantage.

 At least five (5) years working experience in Purchasing and Supply environment at supervisory or management level of which three (3) years should be in Public Procurement Compliance Environment.

DATA PROCESSING CENTRE (DPC) MANAGER, CUSTOMS & EXCISE – LEVEL 6 (3 POSTS)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Supervise staff within the DPC to ensure proper amounts of duty/tax are collected.

 Enforce full compliance with laws administered by Customs on behalf of other agencies and that consignments meeting all Customs requirements are cleared with a minimum of delay in line with the principle of trade facilitation.

 Efficient and effective management of the Data Processing Centre’s (DPC) work force and operations. Monitor the bill of entry turnaround time to serve clients as per Client Charter.

 Follow up on outstanding bills of entry.

 Conduct random checks from system reports to ensure that clearances adhere to required procedures and controls.

 Prepare appeals, submit to the Head and make recommendations for Value or Tariff Rulings.

 Respond and implement internal and external audit recommendations.

 Interpret and implement legislation and organizational policies effectively and efficiently.

 Assist in identifying training needs and facilitating Human Capital development.

 Conduct periodic meetings and workshops with stakeholders.

 Establish a culture of excellence in the section through the Performance Management system.

 Implement integrity action and service level agreement for the section.

 Review of policies, processes, procedures, operational guidelines and recommend the necessary change for approval.

 Promote good industrial relations and staff welfare

Job skills and Competencies

 Self-starter with ability to work under pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Unquestionable integrity.

 Good communication and interpersonal skills.

 Sound technical and decision making skills

 Ability to work with minimum supervision.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills.

 Team player who is innovative and analytical.

Qualifications and Experience

 A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Economics / Fiscal Studies / Business Studies / Business Management / Business Administration / Sociology or equivalent OR Full CIS OR Higher National Diploma in Accounting / Business Studies or equivalent.

 An MBA / MSc an added advantage.

 Thorough knowledge of Customs & Excise legislation and procedures.

 At least 5 years’ experience in Customs & Excise and or Taxes working environment in a supervisory grade.

 Expert knowledge of ASYCUDA World is a prerequisite.

REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION MANAGER – REGION 3 & FORBES; REGION 1 X 2; REGION 2; BEITBRIDGE – LEVEL 7 (5 POSTS)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Provide office and staff accommodation, motor vehicles, operational utilities, furniture and equipment, stationery, consumables and services such as cleaning, security, repairs and maintenance.

 Negotiate regional contracts with key suppliers for vehicle servicing, rented office & staff accommodation, services such as maintenance, security and cleaning

 Draw and submit the regional procurement plan for acquisition of motor vehicles, operational utilities, furniture and equipment, stationery, consumables and services such as cleaning, security, repairs and maintenance.

 Produce draft polies and procedures for the upkeep of all ZIMRA vehicles and property and recommend these to Head Administration for approval.

 Promote operational efficiency through management and maintenance of fleet, assets and properties.

 Recommend the procurement of regional motor vehicles, furniture, buildings and other the assets.

 Plan procurement and storage of all budgeted regional operational stock items. Managing stock levels and withdrawals of stock items.

 Ensure that the Authority’s obsolete stocks/assets are disposed in line with the Policy and Procedure.

 Establish risk management strategies, checks and controls in order to address project risks.

 Manage the Administration budget and ensuring that the expenditure is within the budget.

 Effectively utilize the Performance Management System for the training & development of staff as well as achievement of sectional and organizational goals.

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical.

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 An MBA / MBL / MSc is an added advantage.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is an added advantage.

 At least five (5) years working experience in an Administration environment at supervisory or management level.

 Clean Class 4 driver’s license.

PLANNING AND COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT UNIT – LEVEL 8 (2)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Ensure that procurement is done in accordance the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, and with any other policies and procedures affecting effective execution of procurement duties in the Authority.

 Implement and manage an effective legal compliance program.

 Develop and review company procurement policies and procedures.

 Advise management on the company’s compliance with laws and regulations through detailed reports.

 Prepare PRAZ returns and other internal reports as assigned.

 Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations relating to procurement.

 Regularly audit procurement procedures, practices, and documents to identify possible weaknesses or risk.

 Ensure all PMU members are trained on the latest regulations and processes.

 Resolve PMU members’ concerns about legal compliance.

 Training and development of Procurement Evaluation Committee (PEC) members.

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Packages.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills and sound knowledge of contracts and compliance management.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 An MBA / MBL / MSc is an added advantage.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is an added advantage.

 At least five (5) years working experience in Purchasing and Supply environment at supervisory or management level of which two (2) years should be in Public Procurement Compliance Environment.

CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT UNIT – LEVEL 8 (1)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Provide day-to-day contract administration support and manage and administer the full life-cycle of the procurement and contracts processes.

 Draft complex legally binding contracts, agreements or instruments such as non-disclosure, teaming and lease agreements, purchase orders, contracts and subcontracts utilizing both custom and standard terms and conditions.

 Assist PMU members in negotiating contract terms and conditions ensuring that they ire to the best advantage of the Authority and are in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

 Assess, evaluate, analyze, and interpret contract or agreement terms and conditions and recommend alternative language, solutions and/or assist in resolving any supplier risk compliance, or performance issues, as necessary

 Exercise good judgment in selecting best contracting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

 Serve as a subject matter expert in procurement and contracting and develops standards for legally binding agreements, contracts, policies, procedures, templates, tools and systems

 Examine, evaluate and participate in developing and negotiating contracts, and provide technical advice and guidance to minimize risk, ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies, and realize operational effectiveness and efficiency in these functional areas

 Assist clients in ensuring that all contracts and procurement actions, appropriate documentation is obtained, tracked and maintained within corporate databases, contracts or purchasing (business) systems in an accurate, systematic and timely manner.

 Establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external clients and stakeholders.

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Packages.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills and sound knowledge of contracts and compliance management.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 An MBA / MBL / MSc is an added advantage.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is an added advantage.

 At least three (3) years working experience in Purchasing and Supply environment at supervisory or management level of which two (2) years should be in Public Procurement.

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER – REGION 1 x 2; REGION 2; REGION 3 & FORBES X 2 – LEVEL 9 (5 POSTS)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Consolidate and recommend the Authority’s fleet and other assets requirements annually

 Manage vehicle, security, maintenance, insurance and any other administration contracts annually

 Ensure equitable distribution and optimal utilization of assets within the Authority.

 Monitor re-order and the economic order levels for stocks

 Monitor repairs and maintenance of assets and estates

 Make recommendations for assets disposals in line with the Public Procurement & Disposal of Public Assets Act (CAP 22: 23)

 Management of the assets register and ensures constant updates thereof

 Procurement of goods and services in line with the Public Procurement & Disposal of Public Assets Act (CAP 22:23) and procedures

 Negotiate service level agreements with suppliers of goods and services ad hoc.

 Ensure that stock counts are done in line with the procedures

 Supervise the distribution of stock items to end-users

 Supervise the receipt of goods into stores and ensures adherence to the receipt procedures

 Inspect authority’s vehicles, assets, land and immovable properties and ensures they are in good condition

 Any other duties as may be assigned.

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Packages.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Business Studies/Business Administration/Logistics or equivalent.

 Masters’ degree in Business Administration or equivalent is an added advantage.

 Knowledge of Estates, Assets, Stores, Procurement and Fleet Management is a distinct advantage.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 At least 5 years’ relevant experience in Administration

 Clean class 4 driver’s license.

PROCUREMENT OFFICERS: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT UNIT –LEVEL 9 (5)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Conduct procurement in accordance the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, and with any other policies and procedures affecting effective execution of procurement duties in the Authority.

 Execute procurements for requirements above certain thresholds, in all the categories.

 Oversee and supervise procurement assistants and other procurement activities below their threshold values.

 Prepare plans for the purchase of goods, services, and works.

 Following and enforcing the Authority’s procurement policies and procedures.

 Review, compare, analyse, and approve products and services to be purchased.

 Manage inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.

 Maintain and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.

 Maintain good supplier relations.

 Research and evaluate prospective suppliers.

 Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports

Job Skills and Competencies

 Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Packages.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills and sound knowledge of contracts and compliance management.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical.

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is an added advantage.

 At least four (4) years hands-on working experience in Purchasing and Supply environment of which two (2) years should be in Public Procurement

Interested candidates should submit applications, accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, by 16 August 2021. All applications should be emailed to [email protected] clearly indicating the position you are applying for as your E-mail Subject Reference and addressed to:

The Director Human Capital
Zimbabwe Revenue Authority
6th Floor ZB Centre
Corner First Street / Kwame Nkrumah Avenue
P. O. Box 4360
HARARE

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be responded to.

https://www.zimra.co.zw/vacancies?download=1319:vacancy-notice-external-advert-8-august-2021

Tinashe Sambiri|MDC Alliance leader President Nelson Chamisa has described the imposition of command vaccination on churches as unfortunate.

The Zanu PF regime was supposed to hold wide consultations with church leaders before imposing command vaccination, according to President Chamisa.

He wrote on Twitter:
“REOPENING OF CHURCHES…

Church representative bodies and pastors must have been engaged and consulted before any decision affecting them was made.

No Gvt command decision must be made without prior & adequate consultation with those to be affected.This we will change!Happy Sabbath.”

“Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex and harass certain of the church.

When Herod stretches forth his hand to vex the church..then Herod was eaten by worms and died. Acts 12:1 Blessed day friends,” added President Chamisa.

Tinashe Sambiri| MDC Alliance vice chairperson Hon Job Sikhala has scoffed at claims by the desperate Zanu PF regime that he was caught with a married woman.

Hon Sikhala dismissed the claims as desperate measures by the Zanu PF regime to soil his image.

Zanu PF intelligence sources say the regime is desperate to discredit perceived political rivals.

“Kikkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk they mk us laugh.

They only do this because unenge uchivapinza busy.

Wonder whether Arcadia has a lodge. No name of the husband whose wife ws snatched, no name of the lodge, no name of the woman.

Hw ever we long warned Zimbos abt this “operation smear them”

Hopewell Chin’ono also commented:

Last Sunday it was me with a fake story of a 21 year old girl

Today it is Job Sikhala’s turn.
The sad thing is that the fiction writers are not good at all as writersFace with tears of joyFace with tears of joyFace with tears of joy

@JobSikhala1 my brother, don’t be upset at this mediocrity!
LAUGH

By A Correspondent- A beneficiary of the land reform programme at Sailor Jack farm in Nyamandlovu, Umguza district, Matabeleland North province has resisted efforts to evict him from a farmhouse he has occupied since 2003.

Qondekhaya Khaya Ndlovu is among other settlers who were allocated land at the farm in 2001 at the height of the land reform programme.

In 2003, the Lands ministry gave him rights to occupy the farmhouse, which he has partly turned into a tuckshop, according to documents from the ministry.

“Please be advised that the holder of this note, Q Ndlovu has the authority from the government’s Lands ministry — Matabeleland North province and the District Administrators office to use this homestead at Sailor’s Jack as a temporary trading site.

“The usage of the homestead by any other person besides Q Ndlovu is illegal — from the chief lands office,” a notice from one M Sibanda, lands officer (estate management — Matabeleland North province) read in part.

Ndlovu recently clashed with a local village head Abit Dube who wanted him out of the property.

“That homestead has been a source of contention ever since I settled there. I am the rightful owner.

“Instead of concentrating on my farming business I am finding myself spending a lot of time in courts, and losing money fighting this attempt to remove me from the property,” Ndlovu said.

In April, Tsholotsho provincial magistrate granted a peace order against Kaliyathi Meke, Zebedia Mthombeni, Robina Ndlovu, Abraham Nare and Abit Dube after they attempted to grab the farmhouse from Ndlovu.

In July 2006 and February 2017, Bulawayo High Court judges Justice Mafios Cheda and Nokuthula Moyo respectively ruled in favour of Ndlovu following attempts to evict him from the farmhouse by one Rebecca Dlamini.

“The defendant and all those claiming through her be and are hereby ordered to vacate Sailor Jack farmhouse within 48 hours of granting of this order failing which the sheriff of Zimbabwe with the assistance of the members of the ZRP be and are hereby directed to evict the defendant and all those claiming through him from Sailor Jack farmhouse and give vacant possession of the house to the plaintiff,” Justice Moyo ruled.

-Newsday

By A Correspondent- A suspected Ruwa drug dealer, who is also involved in the transport business, appeared in court yesterday facing allegations of fatally assaulting at his house and in a car a suspected thief whom he was interrogating over the loss of crystal meth (mutoriro), US$400 and other valuables.

After the man died and his death confirmed at a Ruwa clinic, Masimba Makoto of Damofalls Phase 1 allegedly dumped the man’s body at the 62km peg along the Harare-Bulawayo Highway on the other side of Harare.

Makoto appeared before Harare magistrate Mr Dennis Mangosi charged with murder and he was not asked to plead to the charges before being remanded to September 2.

Bail can only be granted by the High Court. His alleged accomplice Wallen Mupunga has since appeared in court on similar charges. Makoto is alleged to have teamed up with Mupunga and a third man only identified as Elton, alias Gaza, and confronted the now dead Tinotenda Mandiyanike and Stanely Kahari, whom they accused of stealing drugs, money and clothes.

Miss Monalisa Magwenzi, appearing for the State, alleged that on May 22 around midnight, Makoto, Mupunga and Elton confronted Mandiyanike and Kahari, accusing Mandiyanike of stealing US$400, seven pairs of jeans and spanners from Makoto’s house, while Kahari was accused of stealing crystal meth.

The three allegedly stuffed cloths into the mouths of the two to muffle their cries for help, tied their hands and legs using shoe laces, and then severely assaulted them with electric cables, car battery jumpers, batons and open hands.

After being badly beaten, the court heard that the two eventually admitted to stealing, and were bundled into a blue Mercedes Benz C180 to go to Mandiyanike’s house.  

The three searched for the goods in the presence of Mandiyanike’s sisters, Miriam Mangozho and Vivian Mandiyanike, but didn’t find anything. It is alleged that they took Mandiyanike back into their car and drove to Sunway City area where they continued to assault him until he fell unconscious.  

They allegedly drove him to the near-by Windsor 24-hour Medical Clinic in Ruwa where they lied to the doctor that he was assaulted by a mob after being accused of stealing a cellphone.

The doctor checked for a pulse, but could not see any signs of life and advised them to report the case at ZRP Ruwa. It is alleged they drove along Harare-Bulawayo Road where they dumped Mandiyanike’s body at the 62km peg.

Kahari was rescued by his friends Stitch, Michael and Tyman, who were also looking for mutoriro to buy.

-statemedia

By A Correspondent- A 2020 O-Level student, Ashley Mutandwa, has written to the Zimbabwe School Examination Council (Zimsec) demanding the release of her results seized on allegations of examination cheating.

Zimsec withheld Mutandwa’s examination results claiming that she illegally accessed the November 2020 Mathematics paper 2 question paper before entering the examination room at Intellect College in Norton.

Through her lawyer, Alex Majachani, Mutandwa has written to ZIMSEC in a letter dated June 21 also copied to Intellect College, Mashonaland West provincial director, district school’s inspector and Mashonaland West Zimsec regional manager, denying the allegations levelled against her.

Reads part of the letter:

I am writing this letter deeply moved and disturbed by the determination you took to withhold my Mathematics O-Level results.

I strongly reject and refuse totally the allegations you are levelling against me. I did not see or have access to the alleged Mathematics paper which was circulating on social media.I set the examination on the date of her burial and I was heavily depleted, but did write the examination as a fulfilment.

The outstanding performance in paper 2, written on December 10 2020, is a result of me gaining my strength, motivation a week after the loss. The performance exhibited in the paper is complementary to my few revision tests.

My presentation and workings in the exam is clear testimony that I did not cheat, but had prepared thoroughly. I absolutely pronounce that I did not breach the Zimsec Act section 34, subsection 1 and paragraph C of 1994. May your board reconsider its determination and release my results.

She said she performed badly in her Mathematics paper 1 because she wrote the examination grieving over the loss of her neighbour, Gogo Gava Rusariya Tapererwa, who was buried the same day.

Mutandwa also wrote to Zimsec assistant director identified as Mashingaidze, demanding the release of the results.

-Newsday

By A Correspondent- A security guard under Blackshark Security Company reportedly connived with a shift manager and stage-managed a robbery at Chicken Inn Chisipite  before getting away with US$1 730 and ZW$4 000 recently.

The security guard, Robson Tawanda Chiriseri, 28, appeared at the Harare Magistrates’ Court on Monday and the matter was remanded to 13 August for bail application.

According to court papers, on 6 August 2021, at Chicken Inn, Chisipite, Harare, the accused person, who is a security guard under Blackshark Security Company and was on duty the day in question, hatched a plan with his accomplice,  Talent Mushoshoma, a Shift Manager at Chicken Inn, Chisipite, who is still at large, to steal from the company, and they stage-managed a robbery.

It is alleged that the accused person left the company doors unlocked to give his accomplices easy access into the rooms.

Further allegations are that, once inside the rooms, Mushoshoma took the safe keys which had been left on the shelf, unlocked the safe and stole cash amounting to US$I 730. 00, and ZW$4 000. 00.

Mushoshoma then proceeded to where Chiriseri was seated and was given handcuffs and pepper spray which the latter had on duty.

It is the State’s case that Mushoshoma then “handcuffed” Chiriseri with the handcuffs and pepper-sprayed him to make it appear as if he had been robbed. Afterwards, he(Mushoshoma), went away with the money which they were to share between themselves later.

By A Correspondent- Memory Machaya’s mysterious death has reportedly taken a new twist as her body which was allegedly buried at the  Johanne Marange Apostolic Church shrine remains unaccounted for.

Contrary to Memory’s family claims that she was immediately buried at the church’s Mafararikwa Shrine in Marange soon after her tragic death, the Johanne Marange Apostolic Church claims she was never buried there.

Speaking during an interview with Manica Post, the church’s coordinator and spokesperson, Nyasha Marange, vehemently denied claims that Memory was buried at the Mafararikwa Shrine when she died.

He said;

“There is no graveyard at our shrine. If a congregant dies during our gatherings, arrangements are made to ferry that person’s body to their place of origin. The shrine is only used for gatherings and Memory’s body was not buried in the shrine as alleged.”

Nyasha Marange argued that their church doesn’t have a secret graveyard at the shrine as this is against the country’s laws.

He, however, refused to shed any light on Memory’s final resting place.

The family still insists Memory was buried at the shrine and believes this is just a cover-up by the church to evade arrest.

Memory’s death caused a nationwide uproar amid a delay by authorities to investigate the matter.

Meanwhile, the Council of Indigenous Churches of Africa (CICA) president, Golden Zininga condemned Johane Marange’s church practice. He called upon the police to get to the bottom of the case.

“This is just the tip of the iceberg. As the Council of Indigenous Churches of Africa, we totally condemn such practices in the church. Sections 19 and 81 of the country’s Constitution empowers the State and its machinery to safeguard children’s rights, said Zininga

The relevant authorities have since been implored on to thoroughly investigate Memory’s mysterious death which has caused national outcry

By A Correspondent | Prominent Church leader, Bishop Ancelimo Magaya of Zimbabwe Divine Destiny has denounced the imposition of the vaccination programme on churches.

According to Bishop Magaya, violation of human rights is typical of Zanu PF DNA.

See statement below:

Whilst we acknowledge the fact that as Zimbabweans and in particular as churches we need to comply with WHO Guidelines to ensure we minimise the spread of this pandemic, we reject totally out of hand government’s approach this commandist iron fist like approach which has been in the ruling Zanu Pf party DNA to violate peoples rights, the rights to freedom of conscience, the rights to worship, the rights to assembly. It is discriminatory.

Yeah It is discriminatory and that should be rejected.

Why is it that government fails to use an approach where they campaign and persuade people, educate people and put in place measures that are not commandist to expedite the process of making sure that people get vaccinated?

Now it such an approach that promotes not only resistance but corruption as we hear that there are some vaccine cards that are being sold already.

Furthermore, we are aware that some Zanu Pf meetings under the guise of government business have never stopped.

Zanu Pf politburo meetings have been going on. Amai Auxilia’s Angel of Hope meetings have been going on. Have all these people been vaccinated?

We know that most if not all the Marange people where a 14yr old girl died whilst giving birth were not vaccinated. The government should stop diverting people’s attention from real issues such as their failure to prosecute blood suckers who force children into marriage.

We know that it is for political mileage that they cannot enforce this law to this vampire apostolic sect guising itself as church. This is hypocrisy of the highest order, it should be resisted.

We have already been responsible and we do not need this iron fist like commandist like approach.

It is bad when people begin to taste the sweetness of power even to this extent.

By A Correspondent- Zanu PF internal fights have marred preparations for the party’s Mashonaland East province elections.

A recent meeting at the provincial party offices in Marondera resulted in the provincial women’s league boss Lyn Gororo ordering committee members to issue prohibition orders against her deputy, Lucy Chitaka, provincial secretary for finance Petronella Kagonye and secretary for administration Sphiwe Mukunyaidze in a bid to bar them from contesting the elections.

The three were reportedly accused of being “too close” to Mashonaland East Provincial Affairs minister Apolonia Munzverengwi.

“There are threats to issue Mukunyaidze, Kagonye and Chitaka with prohibition orders, thereby barring them from participating in the process. They are being accused of supporting government programmes being spearheaded by Munzverengwi. We are saying Munzverengwi is moving around implementing Vision 2030 among other things,” the official, who preferred anonymity, said.

Munzverengwi is eyeing the provincial women’s league post held by Gororo.

Gororo became the chairlady after taking over from Nyarai Tsvuura last year.

Tsvuura was accused of gossiping against Senate president Mabel Chinomona, an allegation she denied.

“I heard that there is a prohibition order on me. I am yet to get the written order,” Mukunyaidze said.

NewsDay is reliably informed that the main wing of the provincial leadership is currently divided as the race to replace the late Joel Biggie Matiza intensifies.

It is reported that youth league boss Kelvin Mutsvairo is eyeing the provincial chairmanship.

Mutsvairo is likely to lock horns with acting provincial chairperson Michael Madanha.

-Newsday

By A Correspondent- A 42 year old Bulawayo man allegedly fatally stabbed a 32-year-old man with a knife following a dispute on Monday night in Makokoba suburb when the accused person was confronted by his victim after proposing love to the now deceased man’s wife.

The incident occurred at 9PM on Monday along 4th street Nkosilathi Ncube has since been arrested in connection with the murder of Brighton Mandishana.

Bulawayo police spokesperson Inspector Abednico Ncube confirmed the incident.

“I confirm that we arrested Nkosilathi Ncube for a murder of another man in Makokoba which occurred on the 9th of August,” said Inspector Ncube.

He also urged people not to resort to violence when differences arise.

It is alleged that Mandishana confronted I Ncube accusing him of proposing love to his wife.

The councillor forward 7 which also covers Makokoba suburb Shadreck Sibanda told Chronicle that the misunderstanding between the two men started when Mandishana’s wife asked Ncube to mend her shoe and she was charged R10.

It is said when she later failed to pay the money, Ncube then proposed.

“It started with a R10 deal which was to be paid soon after the accused wife’s shoe was sewn. When she failed to pay as per promise, Ncube asked for an affair with Mandishana’s wife. She reported the issue to her husband,” said Cllr Sibanda.

The two men then fought and Ncube stabbed Mandishana on his thigh.

Residents rushed to the scene when they heard Mandishana screaming and Ncube escaped from the scene.

Mandishana was bleeding and residents carried him to Mpilo Central Hospital and he died while they were on the way.

The matter was reported to the police leading to Ncube’s arrest.- Chronicle

By A Correspondent- Cross-border transporters commonly known as omalayitsha have expressed concerns over the police officers allegedly demanding bribes based on luggage they are carrying to allow them to cross the Beitbridge border post between South Africa and Zimbabwe.

The cross border transport operators said failure to pay the wanted money one risked getting his vehicle confiscated.

“The police officers will tell you to choose between them confiscating your car or you paying an amount of 5 000 rands or more depending on the luggage you are carrying,” he said.

He accused the police officers of using the government orders as an excuse to demand money.

We are tired of the police who ask for a lot of money from us from the border until we reach the end of our journey,” he said.

“Now they are telling us that only ZUPCO vehicles are allowed to travel and transport goods. How is that possible? How are they expecting us to survive? What about families whose lives depend on their relatives in South Africa? The government needs to think for the people.”

Matabeleland South police spokesperson Inspector Loveness Mangena could not comment on the issue.

“I’m not allowed to comment on general issues like this one. I’m given authority to speak on matters of Matabeleland South Province,” she said.

By A Correspondent- The Zimbabwe Republic Police has arrested 146 illegal miners in various parts of the country.

ZRP said it had arrested 28 037 illegal miners since the recent launch of an anti-illegal mining code named Chikorokoza Ngachipere.

“On 12/8/21, Police arrested 146 people involved in illegal mining activities across the country. 28 037 people have been arrested since the commencement of the operation code named, “Chikorokoza ngachipere/ isitsheketsha kasiphele / no to machete gangs”, ZRP posted on their Twitter account at the weekend.

On 12/8/21, Police arrested 146 people involved in illegal mining activities across the country. 28 037 people have been arrested since the commencement of the operation code named, “Chikorokoza ngachipere/ isitsheketsha kasiphele / no to machete gangs”.

— Zimbabwe Republic Police (@PoliceZimbabwe) August 13, 2021

By A Correspondent- A Victoria Falls landlord, Gift Kazembe is facing attempted murder charges after he removed his tenant’s eye over US$3 rent arrears.

Kazembe appeared before a Victoria Falls magistrate for plugging out Brian Karemba’s eye in June when his monthly due was short by US$3.

The court heard that Karemba told his 44-year-old landlord that he did not have the money as he was struggling as he was no longer working, but the latter allegedly used a log to attack his tenant and injured his eye in the process.

Victoria Falls magistrate gave the case a more prolonged remand to next month due to Covid-19 regulations and allowed Karemba to heal after doctors removed the eye on June 17.

“It was around 11 PM when he got back from Shoestrings nightclub, and he came to my room where he asked for his outstanding rentals. I told him that l did not have enough money as I was short with US$3”.

Kazembe punched Karemba several times, causing him to sustain injuries on the face and head and a deep cut on the left eye.

Karemba was rushed to Victoria Falls Hospital and was transferred to the United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) where he was admitted until being operated on to remove the eye on June 17.

By A Correspondent- Hoards of angry Chitungwiza residents have mobbed and killed a local man for unlawfully entering a neighbour’s house.

Zimbabwe Republic Police Thursday confirmed the murder.

“Members of the public are urged to report criminal matters to the Police and shun meting instant justice on crime suspects. On 12/08/21 at around 0200hrs a man (34) was murdered on allegations of unlawful entry and theft at a certain house in St Mary’s, Chitungwiza,” posted ZRP on Twitter.

Reported the state media:

Paul Masarakufa, 23, died around 6am in St Mary’s suburb of Chitungwiza after being beaten and had salty water poured on him while being handcuffed.

Masarakufa was going to Zengeza 3 after having a misunderstanding with his girlfriend Sheila Manyika, 28.

Police have since picked up one Pastor Werren Mupereki and his sister Mai Kuda who handed themselves to the police on realising that Masarakufa had died; two others are still at large.

An eye witness said Mupereki and his sister thought that Masarakufa was one of the thieves who had stolen a cellphone at their house earlier on in the night.

“He (Masarakufa) was beaten while handcuffed and tied to a tree.

“Salty water was poured on him while being beaten as he denied stealing until his last breath,” the eyewitness said.

He said the mob also contributed in beating him.

“Only Mupereki and his sister and the other two kept on attacking him till he died; the others stopped beating him when they realised that they were in the process of killing a person.”

Masarakufa’s girlfriend Manyika said:

“He came from a party and he was drunk.

“He started causing a lot of noise until my uncle asked what was the noise about. He then said he came to apologize to me for being adulter0us.

“I told him to bring his girlfriend and tell her in my face that he was now back to me,” said Manyika.

She said they had been dating for the past five years.

“This year was going to be the fifth together.

“He worked at the mine as mukorokoza and I know when he had money he would give me too.

“I asked him why he treated me that way only to come back apologising.

“But all I know is he is not a thief and never stole even a single dollar from me,” she said.

She said she did not know how Masarakufa left her place as she had left for her friend’s place as Masarakufa continued to cause chaos.

Young brother to the deceased Kudakwashe said his brother had left for his girlfriend’s place after partying in Zengeza.

“I was with him yesterday at a party in Zengeza.

“He was drunk and I separated with him when he was going to his girlfriend’s place.

“I’m so saddened and disheartened to hear about his passing on and how they treated him because my brother was not a thief.

“Never in a day even as we grew up that he stole anything from anyone,” he said.

-HMetro

By A Correspondent |MDC Alliance vice president Hon Tendai Biti has said Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is a hypocrite.

This follows the imposition of the vaccination programme on churches.

Mr Mnangagwa’s administration has announced that fully vaccinated congregants would be allowed to attend sit-in services.

“Whilst we support unreservedly the vaccination agenda , it is unconstitutional ,unlawful, discriminatory & hypocritical to require vaccination as a precondition to enjoyment of the right to worship.Only masking & social distancing should be a requirement,” argued Hon Biti.

He also accused the regime of stealing pension funds.

“A class action is required against the atrocities of pension funds, particularly
@OldMutualZW
&
@FirstMutualLife
.Secondly Parliament must enact a Bill actualizing the recommendations of the 2017 Justice Smith s Commission of Inquiry into Conversion of Pension & Insurance Funds.”

By A Correspondent- A Kwekwe woman, who had visited her lover in Bulawayo’s North End suburb, was stripped nak_ed and se_xually assaulted by four men at knifepoint.

The 26-year-old visited her lover, and upon arrival, her lover told her that she had to sleep at a lodge because there were visitors at the house.

Later on, at night, around 8 pm, her lover asked her to come as the visitors had left. She boarded a Honda Fit and sat in the front seat beside the driver.

“There was a male person who was sitting on the back passengers’ seat, unbeknown to her, two male persons were in the boot,” said a source.

They left and headed to her lover’s place. However, the driver drove into a bush.
He stopped the car in the bush and while she was trying to figure out what was happening, the guy who was sitting behind her pointed a knife at her and told her to do as told.
Two men got out of the boot of the car.

One of the guys tore apart her blouse, while the other guy removed her skirt and tore her panties.They told her to kneel down and then took turns to rap_e her.

After se_xually violating her, they robbed her of her US$20 R300 and a cellphone. They also took her handbag, which contained two pairs of jeans, a pink dress and a pair of black Adidas tracksuits.

They fled with the loot, leaving her in the bush. She reported the matter at Khumalo police base.

Bulawayo police spokesperson Inspector Abednico Ncube confirmed the incident.

By A Correspondent- MDC-T, leader Douglas Mwonzora has called for an audit of party funds after reports of $4 million party money.

MDC-T party sources said a recent party’s standing committee meeting confronted Treasurer-general Tapiwa Mashakada and finance director Tody Mapingire and accused them of diverting the funds to private use.

Mwonzora has also asked Mashakada to present bank statements from the day MDC-T received government funding to the date of the last payment made.

Morgen Komichi, the MDC-T national chairman, confirmed the development saying transparency was a fundamental principle.

By A Correspondent- The Zimbabwe Republic Police has announced that it has arrested 28 000 illegal miners.

ZRP said the arrests were made since the recent launch of an anti-illegal mining code-named Chikorokoza Ngachipere.

“On 12/8/21, Police arrested 146 people involved in illegal mining activities across the country. 28 037 people have been arrested since the commencement of the operation code named, “Chikorokoza ngachipere/ isitsheketsha kasiphele / no to machete gangs”, ZRP posted on their Twitter account at the weekend.

By A Correspondent- Zanu PF 2023 Elections fundraising task-force Chairman Philip Chiyangwa has invaded Domboshava to expropriate Gold which has reportedly been discovered in that area.

Pictures posted on social media show Chiyangwa leading a team comprising Affirmative Action Group president Mike Chimombe at one of the Gold sites.

Chimombe last week posted on his social media platforms announcing the discovery of Gold in Domboshava.

By A Correspondent- Zanu PF hawks have flooded Domboshava after reports of the discovery of Gold in that peri-urban setting.

The rush started last week after the Affirmative Action Group president Mike Chimombe posted that they discovered Gold in Domboshava.

By A Correspondent- A Kwekwe woman, who had visited her lover in Bulawayo’s North End suburb, was stripped nak_ed and se_xually assaulted by four men at knifepoint.

The 26-year-old visited her lover, and upon arrival, her lover told her that she had to sleep at a lodge because there were visitors at the house.

Later on, at night, around 8 pm, her lover asked her to come as the visitors had left. She boarded a Honda Fit and sat in the front seat beside the driver.

“There was a male person who was sitting on the back passengers’ seat, unbeknown to her, two male persons were in the boot,” said a source.

They left and headed to her lover’s place. However, the driver drove into a bush.
He stopped the car in the bush and while she was trying to figure out what was happening, the guy who was sitting behind her pointed a knife at her and told her to do as told.
Two men got out of the boot of the car.
One of the guys tore apart her blouse, while the other guy removed her skirt and tore her panties.
They told her to kneel down and then took turns to rap_e her.

After se_xually violating her, they robbed her of her US$20 R300 and a cellphone. They also took her handbag, which contained two pairs of jeans, a pink dress and a pair of black Adidas tracksuits.

They fled with the loot, leaving her in the bush. She reported the matter at Khumalo police base.

Bulawayo police spokesperson Inspector Abednico Ncube confirmed the incident.

By A Correspondenty- Movement for Democratic Change Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa has opened a pandora’s box by implying that the government directive to allow only those fully vaccinated to attend church services will backfire with the government leadership facing the wrath of God as happened to King Herod.

Without mentioning the government directive Chamisa tweeted: “Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex and harass certain of the church. When Herod stretches forth his hand to vex the church..then Herod was eaten by worms and died. Acts 12:1 Blessed day friends.”

There was a series of tweets praising Chamisa for his leadership and his prophetic message but @EMatembudze responded: “Mdara ndati ndikuudzei amufe makatonga Zimbabwe imi.. Mukaitonga ndobuda oh ndopika!”

Kutsawa Kutsa said: “VaChamisa ndosapota asi apa pekuda kuzowanza zvekutaura zvechurch zvaasinganzwisisi unenge uchingomura Mwari kunge mukoma vakouyuwoo. Anoti hurumende yke inokunda yaMwari.ukasiya zvekutaura taura nezvaMwari manje manje munenge mapanyanga.”

Vaccination is voluntary, but some employers and organisations are making it compulsory because those unvaccinated can be a danger to those vaccinated.

More than one million Zimbabweans had been fully vaccinated by yesterday and nearly two million had received the first jab

The government intends to vaccinate about 10 million people by the end of the year to attain herd immunity. ZimbabweMail

The South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) has expressed concern over the refusal by Zimbabwe’s High Court to temporarily release Hopewell Chin’ono’s passport to allow him attend the Nat Nakasa Awards Gala where he was scheduled to deliver a keynote address tomorrow.
Chin’ono applied for the release of his passport on August 6 and the court acknowledged the urgency of the matter, but delayed making a ruling until his date and time of travel passed.

In a statement, (SANEF) urged the government to acknowledge and respect the constitutional rights of journalists, arguing that an independent press is at the heart of any democracy.

“It is regrettable that Chin’ono continues to be a victim of the Zimbabwean government’s political persecution. Journalism is not a crime, and journalists should not be treated like common criminals for practicing their craft.

“The South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) is disappointed by the failure of the Zimbabwean High Court to hand over the passport of renowned journalist Hopewell Chin’ono. Chin’ono was due to travel to Johannesburg where he was to deliver a keynote address at the Nat Nakasa Awards Gala dinner on Saturday 14 August 2021. Chin’ono was supposed to have travelled out of Harare today to attend the SANEF-organised awards,” SANEF said.

SANEF also urged regional block, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to pressure Zimbabwe’s government saying the persecution of journalists was unjust as they should be allowed to do their work freely.

“We continue to call on the regional body, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to exert pressure on Zimbabwe to allow journalists to do their work without any fear of intimidation and persecution. Fifty-six years later, there are still journalists on our continent who are being jailed, harassed, and even killed for reporting on the atrocities, the human rights abuses, and corruption in their countries,” SANEF said.

-Newsday

By A Correspondent- Angry Chitungwiza residents have mobbed and killed a local man for unlawfully entering a neighbour’s house.

Zimbabwe Republic Police Thursday confirmed the murder.

“Members of the public are urged to report criminal matters to the Police and shun meting instant justice on crime suspects. On 12/08/21 at around 0200hrs a man (34) was murdered on allegations of unlawful entry and theft at a certain house in St Mary’s, Chitungwiza,” posted ZRP on Twitter.

Tinashe Sambiri|MDC Alliance vice president Hon Tendai Biti has said Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is a hypocrite.

This follows the imposition of the vaccination programme on churches.

Mr Mnangagwa’s administration has announced that fully vaccinated congregants would be allowed to attend sit-in services.

“Whilst we support unreservedly the vaccination agenda , it is unconstitutional ,unlawful, discriminatory & hypocritical to require vaccination as a precondition to enjoyment of the right to worship.Only masking & social distancing should be a requirement,” argued Hon Biti.

He also accused the regime of stealing pension funds.

“A class action is required against the atrocities of pension funds, particularly
@OldMutualZW
&
@FirstMutualLife
.Secondly Parliament must enact a Bill actualizing the recommendations of the 2017 Justice Smith s Commission of Inquiry into Conversion of Pension & Insurance Funds.”

By A Correspondent- The founder of Tag a Life International (TaLI), a Women and girls’ rights organisation, Nyaradzo Mashayamombe has urged socialite and comedienne Madam Boss to upgrade her education to avoid making public blunders.

Mashamombe made the remarks after Madam Boss issued an apology over her remarks on planned protests that are meant to push the government to ensure justice for Memory Machaya, a 14-year-old married girl who died during childbirth in Marange, Manicaland.

Madam Boss, also known as Tyra Chikocho real name Tarisai Cleopatra Chikocho, said she would not join the protests thereby attracting criticism of her followers on social media. She later issued a statement saying she was sorry. Pindula News presents her statement.

*****Once Again Am Sorry to all my fans and all the corporates that I represent *****

I’m a very peaceful person who mostly likes to keep to myself and stick to what I know best, entertaining my fans even those that mock me, I’ve been accused of many things and called different names but I have never cared because I know myself, I’m a mother and also a women and my heart bleeds each time I see a women or a girl child suffer. That’s why I always post any issues concerning (the) abuse of a girl child.

I chose not (to) keep quiet on this occasion because the Marange shrine issue is one that has touched my heart and I’m pained that my live video a few days ago was taken out of context. However, I’m here today apologizing to each and everyone that was offended by that video and also to say I’m personally against child marriages and strongly hope the culprits of the Marange shrine be brought to book.
#JusticeForMemory

The “apology” attracted varying responses with some saying that was not an apology as she was not admitting that she was wrong.

TALI founder, Nyaradzo Mashayamombe suggested Madam Boss could have avoided the scandal if she was educated.

She said:

Madam Boss I love you. Have said it before will say it again. Enrol yourself in a diploma or degree, it will help you. You are underutilized in this space If you don’t challenge yourself to a degree of sorts, an education will improve you on many levels including how to not continue apologizing for same issues. You are a lovely soul who will keep repeating same mistakes if you keep uneducated. Enrol ku Women’s University in Africa on age basis you will be just fine. I listened to your Interview with Butterfly all the rough edges will polish a bit with education.

While some agreed with Mashayamombe, another social media user suggested that Madam Boss’ issue had to do more with lack of moral values and not education perse.

By A Correspondent- A senior Gweru Journalist has lost his wife and in-laws to Covid-19 in the space of few hours.

The journalist, Kudzai Musengi of Studio 7, lost his wife and her parents to COVID-19 on the same day.

According to Studio 7’s Thomas Chripasi, Musengi’s wife Vimbai Nhutsve Musengi and both her parents succumbed to COVID-19 on Wednesday.

Nhutsve family spokesperson Martin Nyadani told Studio 7 that the family has been devastated by the triple deaths. He said:

“We lost three family members at the same time. The first to pass away was Mrs Nhutsve, followed by Vimbai and then around 7 pm, Mr Nhutsve passed away. It has now been confirmed that the three succumbed to COVID-19.”

Nyadani added that Musengi’s in-laws were buried in Chirumanzi this Thursday and Vimbai will be buried in Mvuma on Friday.

Vimbai was well-known for fighting for the rights of women in Gweru and was also a journalist and author.

By A Correspondent-Government spokesperson, Nick Mangwana has blasted the Church for challenging President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s directive of turning away unvaccinated followers from attending church gatherings.

Early this week government allowed churches to resume conducting gatherings and said that only covid-19 vaccinated congregates should be authorised to assemble.

In a joint statement, the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations (ZHOCD), made up of the Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC), Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference, Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe and the Union for Development of Apostolic and Zionist Churches in Zimbabwe Africa, said government’s decree was impossible to implement.

“Theologically, the Church is an open and welcoming space for everyone with no restrictions. No one qualifies for church service as it is a place of God’s grace,” part of the statement read.

“The Church will find it very difficult to turn people home because they do not have a vaccination certificate. However, would it be responsible for meeting in an uncontrolled environment where possibilities of spreading the virus are high?”

Posting on his Twitter handle, Mangwana said the Church was misguided.

“When you are banned from having people in the pew, no problem. Then you are told, now you can have people in the pew subject to safety measures, you have a problem with it? God Help us!”, posted on his Twitter account Friday.

By A Correspondent-The Church has rubbished President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s directive that they should turn away unvaccinated followers from attending church gatherings.

Early this week government allowed churches to resume conducting gatherings and said that only covid-19 vaccinated congregates should be authorised to assemble.

In a joint statement, the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations (ZHOCD), made up of the Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC), Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference, Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe and the Union for Development of Apostolic and Zionist Churches in Zimbabwe Africa, said government’s decree was impossible to implement.

“Theologically, the Church is an open and welcoming space for everyone with no restrictions. No one qualifies for church service as it is a place of God’s grace,” part of the statement read.

“The Church will find it very difficult to turn people home because they do not have a vaccination certificate. However, would it be responsible for meeting in an uncontrolled environment where possibilities of spreading the virus are high?”

By A Correspondent-The Church said it was not going to turn away unvaccinated followers from attending church gatherings.

Early this week government allowed churches to resume conducting gatherings and said that only covid-19 vaccinated congregates should be authorised to assemble.

In a joint statement, the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations (ZHOCD), made up of the Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC), Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference, Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe and the Union for Development of Apostolic and Zionist Churches in Zimbabwe Africa, said government’s decree was impossible to implement

“Theologically, the church is an open and welcoming space for everyone with no restrictions. No one qualifies for church service as it is a place of God’s grace,” part of the statement read.

“The church will find it very difficult to turn people home because they do not have a vaccination certificate. However, would it be responsible for meeting in an uncontrolled environment where possibilities of spreading the virus are high?”

“Practically, less than 10% of the population has been vaccinated. A group of citizens does not get vaccinated due to age or because they have not yet had a chance to be vaccinated. It will be difficult for the church to deny people to receive the means of grace simply because they have not been vaccinated when access to this vaccination is restricted.

By A Correspondent- A Victoria Falls landlord, Gift Kazembe is facing attempted murder charges after he removed his tenant’s eye over US$3 rent arrears.

Kazembe appeared before a Victoria Falls magistrate for plugging out Brian Karemba’s eye in June when his monthly due was short by US$3.

The court heard that Karemba told his 44-year-old landlord that he did not have the money as he was struggling as he was no longer working, but the latter allegedly used a log to attack his tenant and injured his eye in the process.

Victoria Falls magistrate gave the case a more prolonged remand to next month due to Covid-19 regulations and allowed Karemba to heal after doctors removed the eye on June 17.

“It was around 11 PM when he got back from Shoestrings nightclub, and he came to my room where he asked for his outstanding rentals. I told him that l did not have enough money as I was short with US$3”.

Kazembe punched Karemba several times, causing him to sustain injuries on the face and head and a deep cut on the left eye.

Karemba was rushed to Victoria Falls Hospital and was transferred to the United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) where he was admitted until being operated on to remove the eye on June 17.

Tinashe Sambiri|MDC Alliance vice president Hon Tendai Biti has said Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa is a hypocrite.

This follows the imposition of the vaccination programme on churches.

Mr Mnangagwa’s administration has announced that fully vaccinated congregants would be allowed to attend sit-in services.

“Whilst we support unreservedly the vaccination agenda , it is unconstitutional ,unlawful, discriminatory & hypocritical to require vaccination as a precondition to enjoyment of the right to worship.Only masking & social distancing should be a requirement,” argued Hon Biti.

He also accused the regime of stealing pension funds.

“A class action is required against the atrocities of pension funds, particularly
@OldMutualZW
&
@FirstMutualLife
.Secondly Parliament must enact a Bill actualizing the recommendations of the 2017 Justice Smith s Commission of Inquiry into Conversion of Pension & Insurance Funds.”