3 h. ago Never side with oppressors whose hands drip blood –  MMA star shreds Mnangagwa, blames ‘scarf’ for 28 seconds defeat 

By Staff Reporter MIXED Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Themba “The Answer” Gorimbo has taken aim at President Emmerson Mnangagwa, accusing him of overseeing an oppressive government. In a recent outburst, Gorimbo launched into a tirade against President Mnangagwa, whom he met in 2021 when he was the Extreme Fighting Championship (EFC) heavyweight champion. Gorimbo accused The post Never side with oppressors whose hands drip blood –  MMA star shreds Mnangagwa, blames ‘scarf’ for 28 seconds defeat  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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7 h. ago Top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in June 2025

Business Insider Africa While not all African currencies are strengthening, those that are showing indications of strength may profit in numerous ways. One of the most immediate advantages of a stronger currency is lower inflation. Many African nations rely significantly on imports of basic products, including petroleum, food, and industrial inputs. When a country’s currency The post Top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in June 2025 appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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8 h. ago Sakupwanya’s Betterbrands ventures into boxing, sponsors heavyweight fighter Elvis Moyo

HARARE - Scottland FC owner Scott Sakupwanya has expanded his sporting footprint into the boxing world. Through his company, Betterbrands, Sakupwanya is now sponsoring Zimbabwean boxer and EFC Mixed Martial Arts Heavyweight Champion Elvis Moyo, Nehanda Radio has learnt. The post Sakupwanya’s Betterbrands ventures into boxing, sponsors heavyweight fighter Elvis Moyo appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

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14 h. ago “Zero Fear, 100% Courage,” UFC star Themba Gorimbo praises ‘Big Man’ Winky D

HARARE - In what appears to be a dramatic U-turn from his previous stance, Zimbabwean mixed martial arts star Themba Gorimbo has heaped praise on Zimdancehall star Winky D, describing him as a fearless leader of the youth who boldly speaks truth to power. The post “Zero Fear, 100% Courage,” UFC star Themba Gorimbo praises ‘Big Man’ Winky D appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

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4 d. ago Man kills father, police launch manhunt for fugitive suspect 

By Staff Reporter  A 30-year-old man allegedly butchered his biological father following a row over an undisclosed matter. The lifeless body of Boniface Manyonga aged 64 was found along the Harare-Chirundu highway, adjacent Chinyerere farm, Karoi in Mashonaland West province. Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) provincial spokesperson, Inspector Ian Kohwera confirmed the tragedy and manhunt for The post Man kills father, police launch manhunt for fugitive suspect  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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4 d. ago US basketball training for Senegal cancelled after visas rejected

A training camp for the Senegalese women’s basketball team in the US has been scrapped, with the West African nation’s prime minister...

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5 d. ago Greek top flight club keeping tabs on Zimbabwe Warriors winger Daniel Msendami

HARARE - A top-tier Greek club is reportedly interested in securing the services of Zimbabwe international winger Daniel Msendami, Nehanda Radio has learnt. The post Greek top flight club keeping tabs on Zimbabwe Warriors winger Daniel Msendami appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

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5 d. ago Floyd Shivambu plots new political party amid Zuma coup accusations

IOL Former MK party secretary-general, Floyd Shivambu, has declared the start of the process to create a new political party following accusations that he attempted to topple former president Jacob Zuma as the MKP leader. Speaking at a press briefing at the Mhulu Luxury Boutique Hotel in Midrand on Thursday, Shivambu said they will be The post Floyd Shivambu plots new political party amid Zuma coup accusations appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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5 d. ago Chillmaster misses out as Nisha Ts joins Germany’s Moto Moto festival

By Tapiwa Svondo RISING contemporary musician Chillmaster has pulled out of the upcoming MOTO MOTO Festival in Cologne, Germany, where he was scheduled to perform on July 19. Chillmasters’ inclusion on the festival’s lineup was part of the winning package as the NAMA Outstanding Breakthrough Musician. He has been replaced by Zimdancehall artist Nisha Ts. The post Chillmaster misses out as Nisha Ts joins Germany’s Moto Moto festival appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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7 d. ago Zimbabwe embraces smart city technology to tame traffic offences

By Darlington Gatsi THE government has approved the implementation of the Smart City concept, which aims to curb traffic offences and reduce road accidents. The Smart City initiative will be rolled out by telecommunications company TelOne. The system will incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI), including components such as cameras with automatic number plate and facial recognition The post Zimbabwe embraces smart city technology to tame traffic offences appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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8 d. ago The Military, Kudakwashe ‘Joseph’ Tagwirei and Power Politics in Zimbabwe!

DEAR READER, it was on the 13th of May 2018 that Phineas Tagwirei, "father" to Kudakwashe Tagwirei a Zimbabwean tycoon with an avalanche of ‘’business’’ interests quietly breathed his last at the trauma center in the plushy suburb of Borrowdale in the north of Harare, Zimbabwe. The post The Military, Kudakwashe ‘Joseph’ Tagwirei and Power Politics in Zimbabwe! appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

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8 d. ago Harare Mayor Mafume fears temporary ban on Rufaro Stadium as facility deteriorates 

By Darlington Gatsi RUFARO STADIUM could be on the brink of condemnation as the iconic venue continues to show visible signs of deterioration just one year after reopening to host top-flight matches. The imposing Mbare facility is struggling to withstand the demands of hosting elite fixtures, with the pitch visibly damaged, posing a danger to players. The post Harare Mayor Mafume fears temporary ban on Rufaro Stadium as facility deteriorates  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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8 d. ago We are sick and tired of earning peanuts – teachers stage protest over poor salaries

By Staff Reporter DOZENS of teachers under the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) in Manicaland, Monday, staged a protest over paltry salaries and poor working conditions. Since 2018, the teachers have been demanding at least US$1,260 monthly salary from the government. They currently earn around US$300, and many struggle to afford basic necessities The post We are sick and tired of earning peanuts – teachers stage protest over poor salaries appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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9 d. ago ‘Zanu PF will rule forever’ — declares former army commander Sanyatwe, sparks outrage from top lawyer 

By Staff Reporter THABANI Mpofu, a top lawyer and confidante of opposition leader Nelson Chamisa, has reacted angrily to a former military commander’s declaration from the pulpit that Zanu PF will rule Zimbabwe “forever.” The remarks, made by Anselem Nhamo Sanyatwe, the former Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) commander and current Minister of Sports, Recreation, Arts The post ‘Zanu PF will rule forever’ — declares former army commander Sanyatwe, sparks outrage from top lawyer  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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9 d. ago Police arrest mourners for killing burglar breaking into house next door 

By Staff Reporter  FOUR mourners at a funeral have been arrested over the brutal murder of a suspected burglar caught trying to break into a house in the neighbourhood. The incident occurred in Tsholotsho, Matebeleland North province Friday last week. Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident. “Police in Tsholotsho arrested The post Police arrest mourners for killing burglar breaking into house next door  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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1 week ago Human rights violations ease in May; Zanu PF still tops perpetrators’ list— Report

By Costa Nkomo THE Zimbabwe Peace Project (ZPP) reports a slight improvement in the country’s human rights situation, with violations dropping by 10 percent in May 2025 compared to April 2025. In a report released Saturday, the human rights watchdog documented 83 human rights violations across various areas, including during government-led food aid distribution, instances The post Human rights violations ease in May; Zanu PF still tops perpetrators’ list— Report appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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1 week ago Gary Oldman and Strictly Come Dancing hosts join Beckham in honours

By BBC News ACTOR Gary Oldman has been knighted alongside David Beckham on a King’s Birthday Honours list that also recognises Strictly Come Dancing hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. The Oscar winner and the former football England captain are among 19 new sirs, while 21 damehoods have been announced, including singer and actress Elaine The post Gary Oldman and Strictly Come Dancing hosts join Beckham in honours appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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1 week ago Israel warns its attacks on nuclear and military sites in Iran could last two weeks

TEHRAN - Iranian military commanders and top officials were blown up in their headquarters and homes after Israel launched a coordinated attack on Iran last night (Thursday) using over 200 fighter jets and explosive-laden drones. The post Israel warns its attacks on nuclear and military sites in Iran could last two weeks appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

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1 week ago Father first, miner Second: Why a Gwanda artisanal miner puts family before all.

The now 44-year-old Zibusiso Ndlovu was only 19 when he came to Tshebetshebe, Gwanda in 2001 to explore the ‘golden’ opportunities offered in the gold mining sector in Zimbabwe. He was full of hope at a time when Zimbabwe was experiencing serious economic challenges that led to high inflation and job losses.

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1 week ago Boy’s mutilated body found with missing parts in suspected ritual killing 

By Staff Reporter POLICE in Mashonaland West have arrested a 32-year-old Chinhoyi man for allegedly killing a boy before removing some body parts suspectedly for rituals. The mutilated body was found with the stomach ripped open and the genitals were missing. The discovery was made on Monday, leading to the arrest of Lloyd Gwenhere of The post Boy’s mutilated body found with missing parts in suspected ritual killing  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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