Woman’s suicide perplexes Community
Walter Muzulu, A sombre atmosphere engulfed the Gimboki community where residents battled to come to terms with the death of Agnes Chikwanha who committed suicide in her landlord’s house. Chikwanha died in her rented house around 3am after she hanged…
State challenged to implement laws that protect girls in schools
Nhau Mangirazi, Advocates for the rights of young women and girls have called on government to implement laws that protect and promote the rights and dignity of girls in primary and secondary schools. This follows after the reports from…
Zimbabwe’s debt crisis a cause of concern
Nhau Mangirazi Economists have urged the Zimbabwe government to be transparent over ballooning debt affecting its economy for future generations. This follows the recent African Forum, Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) 4th annual African Conference on Debt and Development…
Rural councilors challenged to work with their communities for development
Nhau Mangirazi Ward councilors in Hurungwe have been challenged to work closely with communities as they seek to achieve development of wards and district at large. The networking is key for social cohesion that can foster development involving women and…
Magistrates Court acquits Timba, CCC activists
Michelle Chifamba, Harare Magistrate Court has acquitted Citizens Coalition for Change leader, Senator Jameson Timba and 77 other co-accused who were facing chargers of disorderly conduct after they were arrested on June 16, while commemorating the International Day of…
Limited access to digital rights for journalists hindering media standards in Zimbabwe
By Nhau Mangirazi, Media advocates have bemoaned the digital divide within Zimbabwe affecting discharging of better standards of newsgathering as part of the latest global trends. The divide has affected journalists working from mostly rural areas in the country. As…
Checheche Community launches Community Neighborhood Watch
Owen Dhliwayo Checheche community launched neighborhood committee, a pioneering initiative aimed at combating crime and celebrating self-organized community efforts to enhance safety. The event was held at Checheche Primary School, brought together residents, law enforcement agents, traditional leaders and…
Fear, hopelessness and despair for Mt Hampden farm workers as the Cyber-city takes root
Taurai Kufa Mabhachi, Most European visitors who visited Algeria during the colonial period found one distinct characteristic of most native Algerians; An empty gaze on almost their faces as a result of fear and hopelessness, deprivation and expropriation of land…
Council Decommissions Prince Edward water-works, CHRA raises red flag on public health
Owen Dhliwayo, The Harare City Council issued a statement this Wednesday informing residents of the temporary de-commissioning of Prince Edward water treatment plant near Chitungwiza as the two dams that feed into waterworks have dried up. According the HCC statement…
Harare City Council puts measures to decongest the city
Mavis Kasiya, The Harare City Council last month issued a warning to inter-city bus operators to return to their designated ranks as they are causing chaos and congestion in the central business district. During a Council meeting held in the…