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Late Bishop Karlen remembered for confronting Mugabe over Gukurahundi

At least 20 000 civilians were killed in Matabeleland and Midlands in the 1980s after Mugabe deployed a North Korean-trained brigade allegedly to fight dissidents.

By Nizbert Moyo Feb. 4, 2025

Late Bishop Karlen remembered for confronting Mugabe over Gukurahundi

80% of Matabeleland South roads damaged

Matabeleland South has been one of the hardest-hit provinces.

By Sharon Sibindi Feb. 2, 2025

Rights group in bid to strengthen Traditional Leaders Act

According to the MIHR director, Khumbulani Maphosa, the amendment of the Act faced a setback after petitions were banned during elections in 2023.

By Patricia Sibanda Jan. 29, 2025

Rights group in bid to strengthen Traditional Leaders Act

Mat South farmers take to fields as rains pour

Rural households in the Matabeleland region rely on rain-fed agriculture which is susceptible to climate change and variability.

By Rex Mphisa Jan. 20, 2025

Mat South farmers take to fields as rains pour

Relocation of govt offices to Lupane stalls again

Back then, Muswere said the public would be served from Lupane with effect from September 2024.

By Bongile Moyo Jan. 19, 2025

Relocation of govt offices to Lupane stalls again

Chief Dakamela Achievers Awards back

Nkayi traditional leader Mbusi Dakamela said the awards would be held on April 4 and 5 this year.

By Peter Dube Jan. 17, 2025

Bubi villagers petition ED over Chinese mine

Matabeleland North Ema provincial manager Chipo Mpofu Zuze said they were yet to receive communication from villagers.

By Silas Nkala Jan. 7, 2025

Bubi villagers petition ED over Chinese mine

Lifeline for Nyamandlovu inmates

NODE national chairperson for the Matabeleland region, Mpumelelo Ndlovu, applauded the efforts of Anju Prison Farm officials in equipping prisoners with life-sustaining skills.

By Nizbert Moyo Jan. 6, 2025