Sifelani Tsiko Innovations Editor The rheumatic heart disease, a condition that affects the heart valves, is now the most prevalent heart problem affecting most Zimbabwean patients seeking treatment, a top cardiovascular expert has said. Cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, Dr Wilfred Muteweye told The Herald in an interview that rheumatic heart disease cases are the most […]
Yeukai Karengezeka Court Correspondent Harare businessman Neville Mutsvangwa and his two accomplices who are facing three criminal charges of illegal foreign currency dealings have been denied bail after a full hearing. Mutsvangwa is also facing a fourth charge of possessing a Starlink internet router without a licence. Harare magistrate, Mr Dennis Mangosi ordered Mutsvangwa, Simbarashe […]
Ivan Zhakata Herald Correspondent THE April/May 2024 National Foundation Certificate (NFC) to Higher National Diploma (HND) Higher Education Examinations Council (HEXCO) examination results are out. In a statement, the Permanent Secretary for Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development, Professor Fanuel Tagwira announced the release of the results. Prof Tagwira also thanked the […]
Yeukai Karengezeka Court Correspondent Harare magistrate, Ms Johanna Mukwesha last week granted a peace order to a woman who was being emotionally abused by her estranged husband of 22 years. Monica Manuwere dragged her ex-husband, Hatrick Mapopo, to the Civil Court following unending emotional abuse from him. She alleged that her ex-husband constantly comes to […]
Fungai Lupande Mashonaland Central Bureau A Mbire man whose sorghum field was grazed by a herd of cattle was fatally assaulted by his nephew after he expressed his disgruntlement over the issue. Provincial police spokesperson, Inspector Milton Mundembe said the deceased, Last Mutematsaka, is the accused, Kero Dick’s uncle. Inspector Mundembe said on April 22 […]
Peter Tanyanyiwa Herald Correspondent In an effort to complement Government’s efforts, a group of young people in Harare has joined forces to support children with neurological disorders through the Charity Project. The team behind the initiative include Mr Mark Chunga, the founder; Ms Wadzanai Majuru, the operations manager; Ms Natasha Machingura, the programs manager and […]
Prosper Dembedza Herald Correspondent A 28-year-old registered nurse stationed at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals yesterday appeared in court on allegations of soliciting bribes from student nurses who failed exams to facilitate better results for them. Memory Makura was facing bribery charges when she appeared before Harare magistrate, Mrs Marehwanazvo Gofa. She was granted US$200 bail.
Sifelani Tsiko Innovations Editor Zimbabwe cardiac specialists have resumed open-heart surgeries at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals in the capital, with nine patients benefitting in the first quarter of the year. Veteran cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, Dr Wilfred Muteweye recently told The Herald that his team has recorded steady progress and is optimistic of realising […]
Precious Manomano Herald Reporter Grain Marketing Board (GMB) management and staff are mourning a dedicated board member and a legendary farmer, Mr Nicholaas Johannes Swanepoel, who passed away on 8 May. Mr Swanepoel died after a long illness at the age of 76. In a statement, GMB chairman, Ms Joylyn Ndoro said Mr Swanepoel was […]
Crime Reporter Police in Mashonaland East have joined hands with chiefs in and around the province to fight crime. According to police in the area, there is need to partner the chiefs and various stakeholders to curb criminal activities. Speaking during the Murewa District’s Police-Chiefs Indaba in Murewa yesterday, the Officer Commanding Murewa District, Chief […]
Yeukai Karengezeka Court Correspondent Chinese business woman, Li Song, who allegedly evaded paying US$40 000 as customs duty for the sodium cyanide and hydrated lime she imported last year has appeared before Harare magistrate, Mr Dennis Mangosi, facing fraud charges. Song (52) was granted US$150 bail and will return to court on June 27 pending […]
Freeman Razemba Senior Reporter Government has launched digital cross border permits and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) carrier licenses for passenger and transport operators to facilitate the smooth and unimpeded flow of cross-border traffic between countries. The new ICT system for processing these permits and licenses is fully integrated with the […]
Zvamaida Murwira recently in NAIROBI, Kenya Zimbabwe is set to be an African hub of fertiliser production, research and training after the African Union Summit resolved to rejuvenate and capacitate the African Centre for Fertiliser Development in Harare, President Mnangagwa has said. The centre was set up in Harare by the continental body in the […]
Blessings Chidakwa Herald Reporter Zimbabwe starts processing e-passports at its embassy in South Africa this week, with officers from the Registrar General’s department being deployed to assist consulate staff. As the Government continues to make strides in making civic documents readily available and easy to access, the Foreign Affairs and International Trade Ministry has completed […]
Fidelis Munyoro Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga has sent a message of condolence to the Swanepoel family following the passing on of veteran farmer, Mr Nick Swanepoel, who died in South Africa last week. Last night, VP Chiwenga said he, together with his wife Colonel Miniyothabo Chiwenga and staff from his office join President Mnangagwa […]
Trust Freddy Herald Correspondent People should soon be able to access bureaux de change for small foreign exchange transactions at the official exchange rate and the Government plans to allow the return of mobile wallet agents as part of ongoing efforts to promote the use of the electronic ZiG and to ensure legal foreign currency […]
Blessings Chidakwa and Fungai Lupande First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa on Saturday torched wild celebrations among scores of villagers when she visited her home area, Kakora village in Chiweshe, to appreciate the community which raised her. Amai Mnangagwa’s long-term commitment, as the country’s health and child care ambassador, to improve access to quality health care […]
Farirai Machivenyika and Gloria Muruva The proposed amendments to the Deposit Protection Corporation Act will prioritise the compensation of ordinary depositors over institutional debtors in the event of bank failures, acting Deposit Protection Corporation chief executive, Ms Kiitumetsi Zawanda told Parliamentarians last week. Speaking at a breakfast meeting with legislators from the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee […]
Over the past few months there has been a significant streamlining within the whole criminal justice system involving better and more complete investigation and then bringing the accused to court sooner and running a more complete prosecution. Central to the success is the new inter-agencies unit that brings together all involved in investigating and prosecuting […]
Zimbabwe has enough sugar for the domestic market, and even has surplus to export, despite shortages experienced in the country, a sugar industry expert said on Thursday. Zimbabwe Sugar Association Experiment Station senior agriculture and industrial research chemist Dr Washington Mutatu said the public must not panic over any temporary shortage since there was enough […]
Arts Reporter Sungura ace, Alick Macheso, is showing no signs of fading. His weekend performance at the Castle Tankard, attended by thousands of people in Harare, is testimony to this. After Master H, Freeman, Bling 4, DJs Fantan, Ribhe and Levels performed, Macheso and his Orchestra Mberikwazvo band came on to the stage at around […]
The International Monetary Fund has reaffirmed its growth projection of 3,3 percent for Nigeria’s economy in 2024, compared to 2,9 percent last year. This forecast reflects improvements in the services and trade sectors. However, the IMF noted that the growth outlook remains challenging for Africa’s most populous nation and leading oil producer. In March, food […]
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) is expected to see improved portfolio inflows from foreign investors following the end of the hard currency drought. This week, Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI), a provider of services for global investors, hinted at ending its adverse view on local equities following the much-improved access to foreign currency allowing offshore […]
Herald Reporter The Christian community has been plunged into mourning following the death of Archbishop Felix Peresu Masuka and renowned preacher, Reverend Ellison Kamupira. Archbishop Masuka, who was leader of the Zion Apostolic Church – 1923, died last Friday on his way to Masvingo General Hospital following a road accident. He was 50. Reverend Kamupira, […]
Nelson Gahadza Senior Business Reporter Zimre Holdings (ZHL) says its strategy remains anchored on delivering a strong cash wallet by driving a cost-effective insurance float and increasing the contribution from regional investments. ZHL is a diversified investment holding company with core competencies in insurance and property. The company has investments in Zimbabwe and the Southern […]