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CIO operative acquitted of rape charges

Makopa Manyadze was facing allegations of raping a 20-year-old woman. He denied the charges.

By Stephen Chadenga Jul. 30, 2025

Gweru miner appeals conviction, sentence

GWERU miner and businessman Charles Simbi has filed an appeal at the High Court challenging both his conviction and sentence in a case in which he was facing a theft charge.

By Stephen Chadenga Jul. 25, 2025

Gweru miner appeals conviction, sentence

Court drama during Gweru miner case

According to the State, Simbi allegedly used his wife to forge an offer letter on part of Kanuck Farm, located along the Gweru-Shurugwi Road.

By Stephen Chadenga Jul. 19, 2025

Marshals hijack Gweru bus terminus toilets

THE Passengers Association of Zimbabwe (PAZ) has confirmed the poor state of bus terminuses in the country,

By Lisa Bangomwe and Lesley Kufandada Jul. 18, 2025

Marshals hijack Gweru bus terminus toilets

Southern Cotton in massive ginnery expansion

Southern Cotton is recognised as one of the most notable foreign currency generators, playing a crucial role in supporting government’s thrust on value-addition.

By Nqobani Ndlovu Jul. 17, 2025

Southern Cotton in massive ginnery expansion

Gweru businesswoman among top 100 African influencers

Other Zimbabweans also receiving accolades include Finance minister, Mthuli Ncube, as well as businessman and gold dealer, Scott Sakupwanya.

By Stephen Chadenga Jun. 27, 2025

Gweru businesswoman among top 100 African influencers

Water leaks haunt City of Gweru

A 2018 service level benchmarking peer review report revealed that the city was losing 57% of treated water due to pipe bursts and leaks.

By Stephen Chadenga Jun. 4, 2025

Pension funds require 100 yrs to compensate 2008 victims

Government later instructed the Insurance and Pensions Commission (Ipec) to work with funds to establish compensation mechanisms.

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 29, 2025

Pension funds require 100 yrs to compensate 2008 victims

Gweru residents petition council over debt blitz

Selipiwe cited inadequate notice period, financial hardships and opportunity for dialogue and payment plans as reasons for the request for postponement.

By Stephen Chadenga May. 19, 2025