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Zanu-PF Youth League opposes Chivayo’s US$3.6m MP donation, warns of risk to Parliament independence

Zanu-PF Youth League rejects Wicknell Chivayo’s US$3.6m donation to MPs, citing risks to Parliament independence.

Trevor Ncube warns of ‘2017 repeat’ as elites linked to power face growing scrutiny

Zimbabwean publisher Trevor Ncube has issued a stark warning over the country’s political trajectory, drawing comparisons between current developments and events that led to the dramatic end of Robert Mugabe’s rule in 2017.

Chiwenga and wife stand out in bold traditional attire at Zimbabwe’s 46th Independence Day celebrations

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and his wife Mrs Miniyothabo Chiwenga are seen here arriving at Maphisa Stadium in Matobo District for the 46th Independence Day celebrations on 18 April 2026.
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Opinion

Beyond the founder’s shadow: Why Joseph Guti must reclaim the pioneering spirit of Ezekiel Guti

The succession of Ezekiel Guti marks a defining moment for the Zimbabwe Assemblies of God Africa, not simply as a leadership transition but as a test of institutional continuity and renewal.

Constitutional Chess 2030: Mnangagwa’s master plan for blocking Chiwenga

Gabriel Manyati analyses Zimbabwe’s 2030 Agenda, linking constitutional reforms to evolving political succession dynamics.

$3.6m Chivayo ‘donation’ exposes risk of Parliament capture under proposed constitutional changes — Mbofana

A controversial US$3.6 million “donation” linked to businessman Wicknell Chivayo has sparked fresh debate over the vulnerability of Zimbabwe’s democratic institutions.

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Business

Caledonia reports Q1 gold output decline at Blanket Mine but maintains 2026 production forecast

Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc has reported a decline in gold production at its Blanket Mine in Zimbabwe for the first quarter of 2026, citing operational constraints and planned mining sequencing, while maintaining its full-year output forecast.

Edgars reinvents itself as credit giant in Zimbabwe’s struggling retail sector

Edgars Zimbabwe shifts to a credit-driven retail model, boosting revenue through financial services, manufacturing and US dollar operations.

IMF approves 10-month programme for Zimbabwe to stabilise economy and support reforms

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a 10-month Staff-Monitored Program (SMP) for Zimbabwe aimed at consolidating recent economic stabilisation gains and strengthening macroeconomic management.
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Showbiz

Draze releases ‘No’ featuring Thomas Mapfumo ahead of Independence Day

Zimbabwean-American artist Draze released a new single titled No, featuring legendary musician Thomas Mapfumo, ahead of Zimbabwe’s Independence Day celebrations on April 18.

Tich Mataz appears in court over fatal Harare accident as trial date is set

Veteran broadcaster Tichafa Augustine Matambanadzo, widely known as Tich Mataz, appeared in court on Tuesday facing a charge of culpable homicide linked to a fatal road accident in Harare.

Legends Reimagined: Heritage and the fragile alchemy of collective sound in Zimbabwe’s live music

On Saturday, 11 April 2026, the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) ceased to be merely an events venue. It became something far more consequential, a living archive of Zimbabwean musical heritage, reassembled, reinterpreted, and performed in real time.

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Sports

Tendayi Darikwa named in EFL League One Team of the Season after leading Lincoln City to promotion

Tendayi Darikwa has been named in the 2025/26 EFL League One Team of the Season, capping off an outstanding campaign with Lincoln City.

Scott Sakupwanya proposes US$3m PSL prize money as Zimbabwe football spending surges

Scott Sakupwanya has called for a dramatic increase in prize money for Zimbabwe’s top-flight league, proposing that the winners of the Castle Lager Premiership receive US$3 million — a figure that would make it the highest-paying league title on the African continent.

Benjani unpaid for three months as Highlanders sponsorship payment system breaks down

Highlanders FC coach Benjani Mwaruwari has reportedly gone three months without pay, highlighting growing concerns over the club’s sponsorship payment system.

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Local

Army colonels block eviction at Mazowe farm in tense standoff with Sheriff

Two army colonels allegedly blocked the Sheriff of the High Court from carrying out an eviction at a disputed farm in Mazowe, triggering a tense standoff that lasted several hours.

Zimbabweans fall victim to deadly Russia recruitment scam as death toll rises to 18

Zimbabwean authorities have raised alarm over a human trafficking network targeting job seekers with false employment offers, only to force them into fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war.

Felix Chinhamo, Broadhaven in spotlight over explosive Borrowdale housing scandal

Allegations of corruption and illegal construction surround a Borrowdale housing project, raising concerns over permits, compliance and buyer risks.

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Diaspora

Zimbabweans in the UK to protest constitutional amendment bill in London on Independence Day

Zimbabweans based in the United Kingdom are set to stage a protest in London on April 18, coinciding with Independence Day, to oppose the proposed Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill.

Full List: Zimbabwe Achievers Awards 2026 UK nominees announced

Zimbabwe Achievers Awards 2026 UK nominees have been announced, with the Birmingham event set for May and public voting opening April 15.

Diaspora Insurance names Queen Sheebah as Global Brand Ambassador

UK-based firm Diaspora Insurance has appointed Ugandan musician and actress Sheebah Karungi, popularly known as Queen Sheebah, as its new brand ambassador in a move aimed at strengthening ties with African diaspora communities around the world.

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International

Trump says Iran peace deal will come “quickly” as talks stall ahead of ceasefire deadline

US President Donald Trump has said a peace deal with Iran will be reached “relatively quickly,” despite growing uncertainty surrounding ongoing negotiations.

Iran reimposes Strait of Hormuz restrictions after reported attacks on oil tankers

Iran has reversed its earlier decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, reimposing restrictions on one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes.

Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open as fragile truce lifts hopes of easing Middle East conflict

Iran has announced that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open to commercial vessels, raising cautious optimism about a potential de-escalation in the Middle East conflict.

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