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<title>Kwedu News &#45; Dumisani Ndlovu</title>
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<title>Govt Contractor &amp;apos;Shine On&amp;apos; Force Workers Clean Sewage With Bare Hands</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Bare hands in toilet bowls, no gloves, no detergent, just water, desperation and disease. Investigation has exposed disturbing allegations of worker exploitation at Shine On, a Midlands-based cleaning contractor holding lucrative government tenders. Employees, including elderly staff, say they are forced to scrub toilets and sanitation facilities with bare hands, no gloves, no detergents and only cold water, leaving them vulnerable to infection and disease. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:07:39 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Joshua Nkomo Peace Marathon Sparks Reflection on Meaning of Peace: Baya</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Joshua Nkomo Peace Marathon sparks debate on the meaning of peace, with writer Raisedon Baya urging Zimbabweans to see peace as justice, opportunity, and livelihoods—not silence or mere stabilit ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:10:02 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Midlands Minister Urges Anti&#45;Drug Campaigns Targeting Tertiary Institutions</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:50:47 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Judgment Day Set for Marima in Dual Kidnapping and Assault Cases</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Gokwe Magistrates’ Court is set to deliver judgment on Monday, May 4, 2026, on the CID abduction case involving ZPCS officer Isheanesu Marima and associates who are accused of torturing Detective Bester Tati during constitutional hearings. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:15:02 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Social Welfare Officer Choto Acquitted in Gweru Wheat Diversion Case</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A Gweru magistrate has acquitted social welfare officer Maureen Choto (43) and Vungu RDC Ward 10 Councillor Sony Chitarata, along with five co-accused, of charges relating to the alleged diversion of drought relief grain. The group had been accused of siphoning 373 bags of wheat worth US$11,190 from a government relief consignment distributed through the Grain Marketing Board.

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) alleged Choto failed to account for the missing wheat after receiving 1,978 bags in December 2025. However, the case collapsed when key witnesses failed to implicate the accused, and no formal complaints were lodged by beneficiaries. Magistrate Sam Chitumwa ruled that the State had not provided sufficient evidence, leading to the acquittal.

The matter, which dragged on for over a year, had spotlighted accountability in food aid distribution during drought relief efforts. Public prosecutor Fredrick Matsheza represented the State. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:06:06 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Chiwenga, Kandishaya Clash in Biblical Interpretations Over Leadership Tenure Debate</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/chiwenga-and-kandishaya-clash-in-biblical-interpretations-over-leadership-tenure-debate</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and ZANU-PF Youth League Deputy Commissar Taurai Kandishaya have delivered contrasting interpretations of the biblical story of King Hezekiah, sparking subtle tension over leadership continuity. Chiwenga, speaking in Murewa, cautioned that Hezekiah’s extended years brought “war and suffering,” warning against prolonging tenure. Kandishaya, however, emphasized Eliakim’s dependence on Hezekiah’s reign, urging prayers for the longevity of superiors as vital for institutional stability and personal survival. Though neither directly addressed the other, their divergent messages—delivered within days—reflect differing perspectives on leadership extension amid Zimbabwe’s constitutional reform debates. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:04:02 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Govt Urged to Sustain Funding for Community Newspapers to Bridge Rural Information Gap</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ BULAWAYO – Government has been urged to maintain consistent funding for community newspapers and continue printing hard copies to ensure vital information reaches rural communities with limited digital access.


Speaking after touring the Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services pavilion at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair 2026, Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Media and Broadcasting Services chairperson Vincent Sihlabo said print media remains a critical communication tool for marginalised communities.


Sihlabo also visited the stand of New Ziana, which publishes eight provincial community newspapers across the country, including Chaminuka, Ilanga, Indonsakusa, Nehanda Guardian, Pungwe News, Masvingo Star, Telegraph and Times.

Sihlabo said community newspapers play a key role in bridging the communication gap between government and citizens, particularly in remote areas.


“These publications communicate in local languages and effectively disseminate government programmes,” he said.
While acknowledging the growth of digital platforms, he cautioned against a rapid shift away from traditional print media.
“We have to embrace digital, but we must not move too quickly and leave communities behind,” Sihlabo said, noting that newspapers are often shared among multiple readers in rural areas, amplifying their reach.

He commended New Ziana for continuing to print and distribute newspapers in areas with poor network coverage, describing the model as inclusive and practical.
“In areas where connectivity is a challenge, printed copies ensure communities remain informed and connected,” he said.
Sihlabo also called on stakeholders and communities to support government efforts to fund the publications, many of which are distributed free of charge.

Warning against abandoning print prematurely, Sihlabo stressed the importance of a balanced strategy that integrates both digital and traditional media.


“Abruptly phasing out hard copies would exclude vulnerable populations,” he said.


Community newspapers in Zimbabwe remain vital grassroots communication tools, particularly in rural areas where access to mainstream and digital media is limited. Published in local languages, they provide accessible information on government programmes, public health, agriculture and community development.


Experts say such platforms also strengthen social cohesion, preserve cultural identity and encourage citizen participation.
As Zimbabwe modernises its information systems, Sihlabo emphasised that combining digital innovation with traditional print media will be key to ensuring no community is left behind. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:12:33 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Every Minute Counts: European Allergy Body Demands Urgent School Safety Reforms</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/every-minute-counts-european-allergy-body-demands-urgent-school-safety-reforms</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) has warned that children at risk of anaphylaxis remain inadequately protected in schools. Speaking at Spain’s Congress of Deputies, EAACI President María José Torres endorsed a joint manifesto with Spanish allergy and immunology associations, highlighting critical gaps in preparedness. The manifesto calls for mandatory staff training, standardised response protocols, individualised care plans, and stronger coordination between health and education authorities. EAACI stressed that inconsistent responses mean a child’s survival can depend on chance, urging governments to move from policy to enforcement to prevent avoidable deaths. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:39:35 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Rtd General  Chiwenga Delivers Scripture&#45;Laced Message Amid Constitutional Debate</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/rtd-general-chiwenga-delivers-scripture-laced-message-amid-constitutional-debate</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Vice President Constantino Chiwenga’s spiritual address in Murewa used scripture to caution against leaders clinging to power, echoing tensions over Zimbabwe’s proposed constitutional amendments that could reshape succession and extend presidential terms. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:18:53 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Trevor Ncube Pushes for Unified Opposition, Calls for Action on Constitutional Amendment</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/trevor-ncube-pushes-for-unified-opposition-calls-for-action-on-constitutional-amendment</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Trevor Ncube, Alpha Media Holdings board chair, has issued a firm critique of ZANU PF, saying the ruling party is no longer capable of internal reform and has become entrenched across political and economic institutions. Writing on X, he argued the system fosters self-interest and has normalized declining public administration standards. Ncube called for comprehensive transformation, not gradual reform. He urged citizens to oppose Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 by sending written objections to the Clerk of Parliament by 17 May, and to engage MPs on their positions. His comments add to debate on governance and constitutional reform. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:12:39 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Allegations Emerge Over Gold Mining Proceeds and Shareholder Benefits</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/allegations-emerge-over-gold-mining-proceeds-and-shareholder-benefits</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Confidential file raises concerns over alleged unauthorised gold extraction and related financial activities involving Botha Gold Mine.

The confidential file suggests a potential link between mining proceeds and the acquisition of vehicles distributed to shareholders, following a company statement confirming that such vehicles were handed over during a ceremony held in January 2026 at FaraMatsi Toyota. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:27:14 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Stronger Smarter Institute Expands Education Model Into National Leadership Dialogue</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/stronger-smarter-institute-expands-education-model-into-national-leadership-dialogue</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Stronger Smarter Institute hosts the Stronger Smarter Together Summit in Brisbane (May 7–8), expanding its education philosophy into national leadership, policy and social development. Featuring Chris Sarra, Peter Yu and Terri Janke, the event explores “relational sovereignty,” Indigenous leadership, and themes of identity, belonging and inclusion. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:04:19 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Banks Push RBZ to Ease Policy as High Interest Rates Choke Credit Growth</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/banks-push-rbz-to-ease-policy-as-high-interest-rates-choke-credit-growth</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe’s banks are pressing the RBZ to lower its 35% policy rate, saying restrictive monetary conditions are limiting credit and slowing recovery despite stabilised inflation. Industry leaders warn that affordable financing is critical to support growth in manufacturing and retail. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:48:09 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Government Revises Land Tenure Fees Following Pressure from War Veterans</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/government-revises-land-tenure-fees-following-pressure-from-war-veterans</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe has revised its land tenure pricing framework, granting war veterans and civil servants major discounts to improve tenure security and agricultural productivity. The Mnangagwa government’s concessionary model, aligned with land reform goals, addresses discontent over steep fees and promises reimbursements for earlier payments ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:26:54 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>A Lifeline of Hope: The Dube Couple’s Mission to Restore Dignity in Forgotten Villages</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/a-lifeline-of-hope-the-dube-couples-mission-to-restore-dignity-in-forgotten-villages</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ In Munyanyi Village, Shurugwi, where poverty and caregiving burdens weigh heavily on elderly residents, a steady lifeline has emerged through the philanthropy of Engineer Mncedisi Dube and Ambassador Smelly Dube. Their initiative, S &amp; M Hand of Compassion, delivers monthly food hampers and essentials to vulnerable households across the Midlands Province, offering not just sustenance but renewed hope. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:52:34 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Zimbabwe, Botswana Move to Scrap Passports in Favour of ID</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-botswana-move-to-scrap-passports-in-favour-of-id</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe and Botswana have agreed to ease cross-border travel by allowing citizens to use national identity cards instead of passports. Announced at the 5th Bi-National Commission, the phased plan will begin with border communities, reflecting both nations’ shared heritage, economic ties, and commitment to deeper regional cooperation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:04:08 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Second kidnapping, assault trial date set for ZPCS officer Marima</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/trial-date-set-for-zps-officer-marima-over-kidnapping-and-assault-gokwe-man</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) officer, Isheanesu Marima, and six co-accused have been remanded in custody to April 27, 2026, for a possible trial in Gokwe. The group is accused of kidnapping and assaulting commuter operator Calisto Muzofa after he refused to pay an illegal “rank affiliation fee” at Gokwe bus terminus. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:39:51 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZANU PF Activists Denied Bail Over Risk of Witness Interference, Abscond</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/high-court-denies-bail-to-zpcs-officer-and-zanu-pf-activists-in-alleged-cid-kidnapping-and-torture-case</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Three ZANU PF activists — including serving ZPCS officer Isheanesu Benjamin Marima — have been denied bail by the High Court in Masvingo, with Justice Christopher Dube-Banda ruling that the seriousness of the charges and risk of witness interference made them unsuitable for release. The trio, accused of kidnapping and torturing police officer Beaster Tati during Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 hearings in Gokwe, were remanded in custody at Gokwe Prison. Their trial is set to begin on April 28, 2026, under charges of kidnapping and assault, while two other suspects remain at large. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:02:32 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>UNSW Launches National Hub to Tackle Solar Panel Waste</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/unsw-launches-national-hub-to-tackle-solar-panel-waste</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Australia’s UNSW has launched the ARC Hub for Photovoltaic Solar Panel Recycling and Sustainability, a national initiative funded by a A$5 million ARC grant. The hub aims to tackle end-of-life solar panel waste, predicted to reach 100,000 tonnes annually by 2030, by developing recycling technologies, strengthening policy frameworks, and building a circular economy. By recovering valuable materials like glass, silicon, silver, and copper, the hub seeks to reduce landfill, create jobs, and enhance Australia’s clean energy sector. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:39:16 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZANU&#45;PF Youth Activist, Prison Officer Marima in Fresh Kidnapping Storm</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zanu-pf-youth-activist-prison-officer-marima-in-fresh-kidnapping-storm</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) officer and alleged ZANU-PF youth activist, Isheanesu Marima, is facing fresh kidnapping and assault charges after allegedly attacking a commuter operator at Gokwe bus terminus. Marima, jointly charged with six accomplices, is accused of extortion, kidnapping, and coordinated assault, using the same violent modus operandi as in a pending case remanded at the end of April 2026 involving a CID officer. The case has intensified scrutiny on politically connected syndicates accused of controlling rural transport ranks through violence and extortion, raising questions about accountability within the security sector. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:59:15 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Breaking Barriers in the Soil – How a Shurugwi Farmer Is Redefining Disability and Rural Agriculture</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In Shurugwi’s Dorset Resettlement Area, farmer Tryagain Ncube defies disability-related barriers to become the best-performing farmer, showcasing resilience, climate-smart agriculture, and the urgent need for inclusive rural development in Zimbabwe. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:09:30 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Patrick Chinamasa, Zanu PF Youth League reject the controversial US$3.6 million donation to MPs.</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/patrick-chinamasa-zanu-pf-youth-league-reject--the-controversial-us36-million-donation-to-mps</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ ZANU PF faces internal turmoil as Patrick Chinamasa and the Youth League condemn Wicknell Chivhayo’s US$3.6M pledge to MPs, warning it undermines Parliament’s integrity amid fierce debate over Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:52 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Botched Nkomo Statue Exposes Deep Flaws in Governance and Cultural Policy</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/botched-nkomo-statue-exposes-deep-flaws-in-governance-and-cultural-policy</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Controversial Joshua Nkomo statue in Maphisa removed after public outrage, revealing governance failures, weak oversight, and renewed calls for accountability in Zimbabwe’s cultural policy. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:56:37 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>CAB3 a Betrayal of the Independence Promise: Chamisa</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/cab3-a-betrayal-of-the-independence-promise-chamisa</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/cab3-a-betrayal-of-the-independence-promise-chamisa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nelson Chamisa has delivered a hard-hitting Independence Day message via social media, condemning Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 as a betrayal of Zimbabwe’s liberation ideals. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:08:59 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Zimbabwe at 46: President Mnangagwa Challenges Youth to Secure the Nation’s Future</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-at-46-president-mnangagwa-challenges-youth-to-secure-the-nations-future</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-at-46-president-mnangagwa-challenges-youth-to-secure-the-nations-future</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the 46th Independence Day Children’s Party in Maphisa, President Emmerson Mnangagwa called on over 3,000 students to move beyond the classroom and embrace science, innovation, and national unity as the new frontier of Zimbabwean independence. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:55:45 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Independence Day, Emmerson Mnangagwa, Maphisa, Mahetshe Primary School, Zimbabwe youth, Torerayi Moyo, Zimbabwe education, national unity, Zimbabwe heritage, STEM education Zimbabwe</media:keywords>
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<title>Chivhayo Makes US$3.6 Million Independence Day Pledge  to MPs, Senators</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/chivhayos-us36-million-independence-day-pledge-to-mps-senators</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/chivhayos-us36-million-independence-day-pledge-to-mps-senators</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Businessman Wicknell Chivhayo has pledged US$3.6 million to Zimbabwe’s legislators in a dramatic Independence Day gesture, declaring the initiative has President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s approval. Each of the country’s 360 Members of Parliament and Senators will receive US$10,000 to fund grassroots development projects. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:31:05 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Nkomo Statue Removed After Uproar, Chin’ono Slams “Collapse of Standards”</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/nkomo-statue-removed-after-uproar-chinono-slams-collapse-of-standards</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/nkomo-statue-removed-after-uproar-chinono-slams-collapse-of-standards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A statue of liberation hero Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo, erected in Maphisa ahead of Zimbabwe’s 46th Independence Day, was swiftly removed after fierce public backlash. Critics, led by journalist Hopewell Chin’ono, condemned the monument’s poor craftsmanship as disrespectful and emblematic of deeper governance failures. The controversy sparked national debate over accountability, procurement practices, and the dignity owed to commemorating liberation icons, turning the statue saga into a symbol of public frustration and calls for reform. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:22:47 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Maphisa Independence Day statue</media:keywords>
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<title>Chibaya Leads Urgent High Court Challenge Against Constitutional Amendment Process</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/amos-chibaya-high-court-challenge-zimbabwe-constitution-amendment-bill-2026</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/amos-chibaya-high-court-challenge-zimbabwe-constitution-amendment-bill-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Former MP Amos Chibaya, joined by activist Allan Chipoyi, has filed an urgent application at the Harare High Court to halt Parliament’s progress on the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill (No. 3), 2026. The applicants argue that flawed and unconstitutional public consultations undermine the legitimacy of the amendment process, citing intimidation and lack of inclusivity during hearings. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:01:26 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Amos Chibaya, Allan Chipoyi, Obey Shava, Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights, Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 2026, Harare High Court, Jacob Mudenda, Zimbabwe Parliament, constitutional reform, public consultations, freedom of expression, Section 61 Constitution, citizen participation, democratic processes, constitutional challenge Zimbabwe</media:keywords>
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<title>Former Gweru Mayor’s Case Heads to High Court Over Magistrate Exit</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/former-gweru-mayors-case-heads-to-high-court-over-magistrate-exit</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/former-gweru-mayors-case-heads-to-high-court-over-magistrate-exit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A fresh legal battle has emerged in the trial of former Gweru Mayor Hamutendi Kombayi after Magistrate Arnold Maburo’s dramatic recusal. The accused have urgently approached the High Court in Masvingo, seeking to overturn Maburo’s March 9 ruling, arguing it was riddled with “gross irregularities.” They contend Maburo contradicted himself by dismissing the State’s recusal bid as baseless, only to later step aside. The applicants want the High Court to declare the ruling invalid, dismiss the State’s application, and order the trial to resume before Maburo. The case now raises critical questions about judicial discretion and procedural consistency, with respondents given ten days to oppose. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:27:23 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gweru magistrate Arnold Maburo recusal</media:keywords>
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<title>Mnangagwa Swears in Haritatos, Reconstitutes ZHRC and Appoints Tribunal to Probe Judge</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-swears-in-haritatos-reconstitutes-zhrc-and-appoints-tribunal-to-probe-judge</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-swears-in-haritatos-reconstitutes-zhrc-and-appoints-tribunal-to-probe-judge</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ President Emmerson Mnangagwa has sworn in Muzvezve Member of Parliament, Vangelis Peter Haritatos as Minister of Lands and Rural Development, tasking him with reforms in land administration, agricultural productivity and rural transformation. The President also reconstituted the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission with six new commissioners and appointed a tribunal to investigate High Court judge Never Katiyo, signaling a broad governance push spanning land reform, human rights oversight and judicial accountability. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:13:44 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>South Africa’s Julius Malema Sentenced for Firearm Offences</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/south-africas-julius-malema-jailed-for-firearm-offences</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/south-africas-julius-malema-jailed-for-firearm-offences</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for firearm offences, but granted leave to appeal. The EFF leader’s conviction stems from a 2018 rally incident, raising questions about his political future as supporters rally in solidarity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:05:05 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Fault Lines Exposed: Mliswa’s Broadside Lays Bare Power Struggles Inside ZANU PF</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/fault-lines-exposed-mliswas-broadside-lays-bare-power-struggles-inside-zanu-pf</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/fault-lines-exposed-mliswas-broadside-lays-bare-power-struggles-inside-zanu-pf</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Temba Mliswa’s sharp critique of Vice President Chiwenga and Youth Minister Machakaire exposes internal tensions within ZANU PF. His remarks raise questions about party cohesion, factional dynamics, and the authority behind such interventions, offering a rare glimpse into the ruling party’s shifting power landscape. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:48 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>MASO at a Crossroads: Reinvention, Resilience and the Fight for Relevance in a Shifting Aid Landscape</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/maso-at-a-crossroads-reinvention-resilience-and-the-fight-for-relevance-in-a-shifting-aid-landscape</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/maso-at-a-crossroads-reinvention-resilience-and-the-fight-for-relevance-in-a-shifting-aid-landscape</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Multi-Aid Support Organisation (MASO), founded in 1991 during Zimbabwe’s HIV crisis, is confronting a pivotal moment as donor priorities shift and crises multiply. Once focused solely on HIV/AIDS, MASO has rebranded into a national entity addressing climate resilience, food security, youth empowerment, and child welfare. Despite strong community impact—supporting over 1,000 schoolchildren and pioneering climate-smart agriculture—its shrinking donor base and weak visibility pose existential challenges. Executive Director Tadiwa Kaisa urges adaptation, articulation of impact, and alignment with global priorities to ensure MASO’s survival and relevance in an era of donor fatigue and expanding crises. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:32:51 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>MASO Board Chair Challenges Organisation to Prove Its Impact</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mmaso-chair-challenges-organisation-to-prove-its-impact</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mmaso-chair-challenges-organisation-to-prove-its-impact</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MASO Board Chairperson Willie Mponda has challenged the organisation to prove its impact on communities, urging leadership and stakeholders to move beyond routine evaluations toward candid, solution-driven reviews that address climate change, health pressures and governance gaps. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:27:27 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZANU PF Suspects in Gokwe CID Detective Abduction and Torture Case Further Detained</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zanu-pf-suspects-in-gokwe-cid-detective-abduction-and-torture-case-further-detained</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zanu-pf-suspects-in-gokwe-cid-detective-abduction-and-torture-case-further-detained</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ZANU-PF activists involved in the alleged abduction and torture of a CID Detective in Gokwe have been further detained, remanded in custody to the 21st of April 2026 They deny charges of kidnapping and assault. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:02:57 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Opposition Leader Nelson Chamisa’s Grandmother Passes On at 99</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/opposition-leader-nelson-chamisas-grandmother-passes-on-at-99</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/opposition-leader-nelson-chamisas-grandmother-passes-on-at-99</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mbuya Masasire Berekaivo, grandmother to opposition leader Nelson Chamisa, has passed away at the age of 99 in Mupamaonde Village, Bikita District. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:19:22 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Lawyers Challenge ZHRC Chair Ouster</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-faces-constitutional-test-as-lawyers-challenge-zhrc-chair-ouster</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-faces-constitutional-test-as-lawyers-challenge-zhrc-chair-ouster</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The removal of Jessie Majome from the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) by President Emmerson Mnangagwa has triggered a constitutional storm, with senior lawyer David Coltart joining Lovemore Madhuku and Thabani Mpofu in condemning the move as illegal. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:18:11 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZANU PF Activists in CID Abduction, Torture Case Denied Bail</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zanu-pf-activist-marima-co-accused-denied-bail-in-cid-abduction-case-1809</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zanu-pf-activist-marima-co-accused-denied-bail-in-cid-abduction-case-1809</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The three ZANU PF activists, Including a ZPCS officer, have been remanded in custody by the Gokwe Magistrates’ Court on charges of kidnapping and assaulting a CID detective. The trio were denied bail and referred to the High Court due to the seriousness of the allegations, facing prosecution under Zimbabwe’s Criminal Law [Chapter 9:23], with penalties that may include life imprisonment while two other suspects remain at large as investigations continue. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:20 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Chamisa Ally, Amos Chibaya Involved in Car Accident</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/chamisa-ally-chibaya-in-dramatic-car-accident</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/chamisa-ally-chibaya-in-dramatic-car-accident</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Amos Chibaya, a senior associate of Nelson Chamisa, was involved in a road accident in Gokwe after the vehicle he was travelling in struck a cow. Chibaya was accompanied by Angeline Kasipo, Siboneni Mpofu, Mavis Mashumba, Trevor Phiri, and others. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 03:19:49 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Land Dispute Stalls as Ministry Fails to Act in High Court Case</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/land-dispute-stalls-as-ministry-fails-to-act-in-high-court-case</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/land-dispute-stalls-as-ministry-fails-to-act-in-high-court-case</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A protracted land dispute in Zimbabwe involving businessman Melvin Paul Van Gopal and 35 defendants has stalled in the High Court. The case, filed in 2018 under HC 2228/18, seeks eviction of the defendants but cannot proceed without the Ministry of Lands formally joining as a party. Despite being served, the Ministry has failed to respond, leaving the matter in limbo. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:27:31 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>A protracted land dispute in Zimbabwe involving businessman Melvin Paul Van Gopal and 35 defendants has stalled in the High Court. The case, filed in 2018 under HC 2228/18, seeks eviction of the defendants but cannot proceed without the Ministry of Lands formally joining as a party. Despite being served, the Ministry has failed to respond, leaving the matter in limbo</media:keywords>
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<title>Ex&#45;Lover In Custody After Brutal Night Stabbing Leaves Gokwe Woman Dead</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/ex-lover-in-custody-after-brutal-night-stabbing-leaves-gokwe-woman-dead</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/ex-lover-in-custody-after-brutal-night-stabbing-leaves-gokwe-woman-dead</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A 26‑year‑old woman, Nancy Sumburani, was fatally stabbed by her ex‑husband in a late‑night attack. The suspect, Learnard Tomu, has been arrested and faces murder charges. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:28:45 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Madhuku Commends Chamisa Security Intervention as Opposition Rallies Against CAB3 Amid Rising Tensions</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/madhuku-commends-chamisa-security-intervention-as-opposition-rallies-against-cab3-amid-rising-tensions-and-public-pressure</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/madhuku-commends-chamisa-security-intervention-as-opposition-rallies-against-cab3-amid-rising-tensions-and-public-pressure</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe’s constitutional standoff deepened as public hearings on Amendment Bill No. 3 descended into chaos, with NCA leader Lovemore Madhuku escorted out under Nelson Chamisa’s security protection. The incident, alongside assaults on activists, has fueled opposition unity against CAB3, a bill critics say erodes democratic safeguards. Civic groups and political leaders demand a referendum, warning that the amendment threatens Zimbabwe’s constitutional covenant and democratic trajectory. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:24:14 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Young Artisans of Gweru: A Beacon of Hope in Zimbabwe’s Economic Revival</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/beyond-certificates-gweru-graduates-turn-skills-into-survival-and-enterprise</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/beyond-certificates-gweru-graduates-turn-skills-into-survival-and-enterprise</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In Gweru, the Multi‑Aid Support Organisation (MASO) is at the heart of a quiet revolution. Three hundred and fifty‑five young men and women have stepped beyond the confines of unemployment and vulnerability, armed not only with vocational certificates but with toolkits that symbolize agency and resilience. Their six‑month immersion in trades such as carpentry, solar installation, clothing technology, cosmetology, and mechanical engineering was more than training—it was a deliberate passage into self‑sufficiency. What emerged was not a graduation ceremony, but a portrait of renewal: youth transforming skill into survival, survival into enterprise, and enterprise into community strength. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:35:47 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Gweru Cracks Down On Littering With  US$30 Spot Fine  As By&#45;Law Enforcement Tightens</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-cracks-down-on-littering-with-us30-spot-fine-as-by-law-enforcement-tightens</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-cracks-down-on-littering-with-us30-spot-fine-as-by-law-enforcement-tightens</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The City of Gweru has introduced US$30 spot fines for littering in the CBD and suburbs, intensifying enforcement of municipal by-laws to combat illegal dumping, blocked drains, and public health risks. Backed by EMA and ZRP, the initiative aims to restore urban order, reduce disease outbreaks, and support sustainable waste management reforms under the 2026–2030 Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:08:41 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Sixteen Contestants Set For Miss Tourism Zimbabwe Finale, Miss Gweru 2025 Anchors New Era Of Intellectual Pageantry</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/sixteen-contestants-set-for-miss-tourism-zimbabwe-finale-as-miss-gweru-2025-anchors-new-era-of-intellectualized-pageantry</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/sixteen-contestants-set-for-miss-tourism-zimbabwe-finale-as-miss-gweru-2025-anchors-new-era-of-intellectualized-pageantry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sixteen contestants will illuminate the Miss Tourism Zimbabwe 2026 runway this Saturday in a high-concept showcase blending catwalk precision, cultural storytelling, and brand identity. Among them, Midlands’ Petronella Phiri stands out as a new archetype of self-aware performance—merging clinical psychology with runway artistry. The pageant, now a cultural stage for heritage and tourism diplomacy, prepares its queens as multidimensional ambassadors poised for global representation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:04:46 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HARARE – Sixteen contestants will illuminate the Miss Tourism Zimbabwe 2026 runway this Saturday in a high-concept showcase blending catwalk precision, cultural storytelling, and brand identity. Among them, Midlands’ Petronella Phiri stands out as a new archetype of self-aware performance—merging clinical psychology with runway artistry. The pageant, now a cultural stage for heritage and tourism diplomacy, prepares its queens as multidimensional ambassadors poised for global representation.</media:keywords>
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<title>When The Law Speaks For The Child: Gweru Court Jails Popular Vendor in Historic Maintenance Ruling</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/when-the-law-speaks-for-the-child-gweru-court-jails-popular-vendor-in-historic-maintenance-ruling-1790</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/when-the-law-speaks-for-the-child-gweru-court-jails-popular-vendor-in-historic-maintenance-ruling-1790</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a ruling that speaks firmly to both legal accountability and social responsibility, the Gweru Magistrates’ Court sentenced popular vendor Marvelous Chikande to imprisonment for failing to comply with a maintenance order, despite his guilty plea and settling arrears after arrest Gweru Magistrate Anorld  Maburo found that the accused’s conduct reflected more than financial difficulty, describing it as deliberate and “seemingly boastful” defiance, particularly given his previous conviction for a similar offence. Although the court took into account his role as a father of eight, his modest income, and his expression of remorse, it concluded that his repeated non-compliance and disregard for the court order outweighed these considerations ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:33:38 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>CAB3 Hearings Political Firestorm: ZHRC Flags Abuses, Opposition Boycotts, ZANU PF Remains Adamant</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/cab3-hearings-erupt-into-political-firestorm-as-zhrc-flag-abuses-opposition-boycotts-zanu-pf-remain-adamant</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/cab3-hearings-erupt-into-political-firestorm-as-zhrc-flag-abuses-opposition-boycotts-zanu-pf-remain-adamant</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3) has ignited a fierce political firestorm with the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission warning of intimidation and exclusion, opposition leaders brand the hearings a “circus,” and ruling party ZANU PF insists the reforms are lawful, stabilising and widely supported. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:24:07 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZANU PF Youth Leader Calls for African&#45;Led Rewriting of Liberation History</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/youth-leader-calls-for-african-led-rewriting-of-liberation-history</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/youth-leader-calls-for-african-led-rewriting-of-liberation-history</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Renewed calls are emerging in Zimbabwe for citizens to reclaim and document their liberation history through locally driven narratives. ZANU-PF Youth League official Yemurai Takudzwa Guvheya has urged historians to capture firsthand testimonies from liberation war participants, arguing that much of the existing record was authored by foreigners and lacks authenticity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:42:49 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe, Yemurai Guvheya, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, ED, Vice President Constatino Chiwenga, History, Mtapa Hall, Gweru, Zimbabwe, Imperialism, history preservation</media:keywords>
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<title>Zimbabwe to Celebrate 30&#45;Year Legacy of Sungura Icon, Leonard Dembo</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-to-celebrate-30-year-legacy-of-sungura-icon-leonard-dembo</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-to-celebrate-30-year-legacy-of-sungura-icon-leonard-dembo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe marks three decades since the passing of musical legend Leonard Dembo with a major cultural homecoming in Chirumhanzu, Midlands Province. The 30-year commemoration celebrates the enduring legacy of the Barura Express frontman, featuring a fusion of veteran and emerging artists dedicated to preserving the &quot;Chitekete&quot; hitmaker&#039;s influence on sungura music, national identity, and poetic storytelling. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:28:34 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Leonard Dembo, Zimbabwe music, Sungura, Barura Express, Chitekete, Chirumhanzu, Midlands Province, 30th anniversary, Zimbabwe cultural heritage, Leonard Dembo commemoration, Shona music, Mitchel Jambo, Zimbabwe arts and entertainment, African music legends, musical homecoming</media:keywords>
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<title>Lobby Group Calls for New Kasambabezi Province to End Decades of Marginalisation</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/lobby-group-pushes-government-for-new-province-as-zambezi-valley-calls-for-equity</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/lobby-group-pushes-government-for-new-province-as-zambezi-valley-calls-for-equity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zambezi Valley communities in Zimbabwe push for the creation of Kasambabenzi Province, seeking decentralised governance, improved services, and inclusive development. The KPR movement argues the new province could unlock economic potential in tourism, mining and agriculture while addressing long‑standing regional disparities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:23:40 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZANU PF Activists Arrested for Alleged Abduction and Torture of CID Detective</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/ZANU-PF-Activists-Arrested-for-Alleged-Abduction-and-Torture-of-CID-Detective</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/ZANU-PF-Activists-Arrested-for-Alleged-Abduction-and-Torture-of-CID-Detective</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A prominent ZANU PF youth leader and two accomplices have been detained in Zimbabwe following a high-profile abduction and torture of a CID Law and Order detective. The incident occurred during the contentious 2026 Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3) public hearings in Gokwe, the Detective was allegedly seized and subjected to &quot;falaka&quot; torture in a secluded area. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:21:45 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe, ZANU PF, Gweru, abduction, torture, CID, Bester Tati, Isheunesu Benjamin Marima, Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, CAB3, police arrest, Midlands Province, political violence, Nembudziya, Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services</media:keywords>
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<title>Gweru Anti&#45;Constitutional Amendment Bill No.3  Arrested 14 Granted Bail A Day After Hearings</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-14-cab-3-protesters-granted-bail-day-after-hearings</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-14-cab-3-protesters-granted-bail-day-after-hearings</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The fourteen opposition supporters arrested in Gweru for allegedly participating in an unsanctioned anti–Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 gathering have been granted bail. Each was released on US$50 bail with conditions to reside at their given addresses and attend all remand hearings. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:02:31 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>The Constitution Is Not ZANU PF Property”: Chibaya Slams ‘Captured’ National Hearings After Somabhula Chaos</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/the-constitution-is-not-zanu-pf-property-chibaya-slams-captured-national-hearings-after-somabhula-chaos</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/the-constitution-is-not-zanu-pf-property-chibaya-slams-captured-national-hearings-after-somabhula-chaos</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Opposition legislator Amos Chibaya has denounced Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 public hearings as exclusionary and manipulated, following violent disruptions at Somabhula Council Hall in Gweru. Chibaya and other opposition figures accused ruling party youths of barring dissenting voices, harassing journalists, and controlling access to venues, framing the process as illegitimate and symptomatic of Zimbabwe’s wider governance crisis. Journalists were manhandled, equipment confiscated, and citizens silenced, raising serious concerns about transparency, inclusivity, and the credibility of the constitutional reform process. MISA Zimbabwe has also warned of escalating threats to press freedom during the hearings. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:18:33 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Coding the Future: Inside Gweru’s Quiet AI Revolution</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/coding-the-future-inside-gwerus-quiet-ai-revolution</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/coding-the-future-inside-gwerus-quiet-ai-revolution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In Gweru’s Memorial Library, a grassroots digital literacy programme is set to reshape how communities engage with modern technology. Spearheaded by the Zimbabwe Information and Technology Empowerment Centre (ZITEC) under Dr. Nancy Kwangwa, the initiative equips citizens with practical skills in data use, ethics, and digital protection. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:06:58 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Gweru court rules in River Valley Properties theft, accused faces prison</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-court-rules-in-river-valley-properties-theft-accused-faces-prison</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-court-rules-in-river-valley-properties-theft-accused-faces-prison</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A 24-year-old Gweru man has been sentenced to pay a US$126 fine or face three months in prison after being convicted of stealing construction materials, highlighting the rise of survival-driven petty crime amid economic hardship.

In Gweru, Zimbabwe, a young man faces jail if he fails to pay a US$126 fine for stealing iron poles from a construction site. The case exhibited the courts’ tough stance on theft and the growing link between socio-economic struggles and petty crime. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:25:49 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Gweru 14 Arrested Anti&#45;Constitutional Amendment Bill  No. 3 Group Spend Night in Prison</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-14-alleged-anti-constitutional-amendment-number-3-bill-protestors-to-spend-night-in-prison-as-bail-delayed</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-14-alleged-anti-constitutional-amendment-number-3-bill-protestors-to-spend-night-in-prison-as-bail-delayed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The fourteen opposition supporters and civic actors arrested for unlawful assembly under the Maintenance of Peace and Order Act (MOPA) Arrested at Matende Shopping Centre  accused of participating in an unsanctioned gathering against Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 spent the night in prison after the state requested time to verify the accused’s residential addresses before making bail submissions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:35:52 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>14 Arrested In Gweru As Police Move Against Anti&#45;Amendment Bill Gathering</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/14-arrested-in-gweru-as-police-move-against-anti-amendment-bill-protesters</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/14-arrested-in-gweru-as-police-move-against-anti-amendment-bill-protesters</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On March 28, 2026, police in Gweru arrested 14 opposition supporters and civic actors accused of staging an unsanctioned gathering against Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:39:18 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Churches Step Into Constitutional Debate as Musindo Rallies Pastors in Gweru</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/churches-step-into-constitutional-debate-as-musindo-rallies-pastors-in-gweru</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/churches-step-into-constitutional-debate-as-musindo-rallies-pastors-in-gweru</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On March 27, 2026, nearly 200 pastors gathered at the Presbyterian Church in Gweru to discuss Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3. Organized by Obediah Musindo of the Destiny of Afrika Network, the meeting marked a turning point as the Church stepped into political discourse. Speakers emphasized continuity in national development and recovery, aligning with calls for sustained leadership under President Mnangagwa. While faith leaders framed their role as stakeholders in shaping the country’s future, legal experts and civil society cautioned against the risks of constitutional changes and blurred lines between faith and politics. The debate has now moved beyond Parliament — into pulpits and communities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:06:50 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Obediah Musindo, &quot;Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3</media:keywords>
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<title>Women Now Occupy One&#45;Third of Zimbabwe’s Legislature, Parliament Reveals</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/women-now-occupy-one-third-of-zimbabwes-legislature-parliament-reveals</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/women-now-occupy-one-third-of-zimbabwes-legislature-parliament-reveals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women now make up one-third of Zimbabwe’s Parliament, with 120 out of 360 seats held by female legislators. This milestone, announced during Women’s Month, reflects progress driven by constitutional reforms such as the proportional representation quota system introduced in 2013. While advocates welcome the achievement, they stress that Zimbabwe still falls short of the SADC target of 50 percent representation and must ensure women wield real influence in policymaking. Structural barriers—including financing gaps, cultural norms, and limited leadership opportunities—continue to hinder broader participation, but officials remain optimistic about future gains. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:30:11 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>From Mkoba to the Spotlight: Award&#45;Winning Podcaster Tafara Tarusenga Builds a Digital Movement</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/from-mkoba-to-the-spotlight-award-winning-podcaster-tafara-tarusenga-builds-a-digital-movement</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/from-mkoba-to-the-spotlight-award-winning-podcaster-tafara-tarusenga-builds-a-digital-movement</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At 22, Tafara Tarusenga of Gweru’s Everyday Buzz Podcast wins Best National Podcaster 2025, showcasing Zimbabwe’s rising digital storytelling talent. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:01:25 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>The Architecture of Deceit: Inside a Gweru Land Scam That Finally Collapsed</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/the-architecture-of-deceit-inside-a-gweru-land-scam-that-finally-collapsed</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/the-architecture-of-deceit-inside-a-gweru-land-scam-that-finally-collapsed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A Gweru property dealer, Bhekithemba Sibanda, his company SIBBS Properties (Pvt) Ltd, and co-accused Tinashe Nyakuseka were convicted of multiple counts of fraud after orchestrating a long-running land scam between 2017 and 2023. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:29:10 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZUJ Secretary&#45;General Calls for Ethical Journalism, Stronger Partnerships at Midlands Media Awards</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zuj-secretary-general-calls-for-ethical-journalism-stronger-partnerships-at-midlands-media-awards</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zuj-secretary-general-calls-for-ethical-journalism-stronger-partnerships-at-midlands-media-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zimbabwe Union of Journalists (ZUJ) Secretary-General, Perfect Hlongwane, emphasized the vital role of ethical and responsible journalism in national development during the inaugural Midlands Provincial Media and Journalism Awards in Gweru. He highlighted press freedom as a cornerstone of democracy, urged collaboration between media, government, and business, and commended sponsors for investing in credible storytelling. The event celebrated journalistic excellence while reinforcing the profession’s responsibility to uphold integrity, courage, and truth. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:23:37 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>UFIC State&#45;of the&#45;Art Structure Praised as Catalyst for Growth by Veteran Land Developer Smelly Dube</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/ufic-landmark-structure-praised-as-catalyst-for-growth-by-business-leader-smelly-dube</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/ufic-landmark-structure-praised-as-catalyst-for-growth-by-business-leader-smelly-dube</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Professor Smelly Dube hails the United Family International Church (UFIC) Woodlands project in Gweru as a transformative landmark set to boost investment, drive economic growth, and reshape the city’s skyline into a major hub for worship, events, and community development. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:55:45 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Midlands’ 98.4 FM Dominates National Journalism Awards</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/midlands-984-fm-dominates-national-journalism-awards</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/midlands-984-fm-dominates-national-journalism-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Midlands-based 98.4 FM shone at the Provincial Journalism and Media Awards (NJAMA), winning four major accolades across six categories. Reporters Catherine Masocha, Elias Maginya (DJ Vass), and Tinani Nyabereka led the station’s triumph, earning recognition for excellence in business, mining, political reporting, and storytelling. Station manager Victoria Nyanhete hailed the achievement as a milestone that reflects teamwork, editorial integrity, and commitment to impactful journalism. Since its launch in 2022, 98.4 FM has grown into a leading broadcaster in the Midlands, promoting local talent and delivering diverse programming in English, chiShona, and isiNdebele. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:16:14 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Walk of Hope Nears Gweru Finish as Senator Backs Inclusive Sports Park Vision</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/walk-of-hope-nears-gweru-finish-as-senator-backs-inclusive-sports-park-vision</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/walk-of-hope-nears-gweru-finish-as-senator-backs-inclusive-sports-park-vision</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Walk of Hope advocacy team reached Gweru, marking a major milestone in their nationwide trek for disability inclusion in sport. With less than 100 kilometres left, the initiative drew strong political support, including Senator Annah Shiri’s endorsement of the proposed inclusive sports park along the Great Dyke. Shiri highlighted the project as a symbol of resilience and equal opportunity, aligning with national development priorities. Recognition was also given to Midlands Minister Owen Ncube for his provincial leadership. The campaign has amplified conversations around disability rights and is now a national call to action, with growing appeals for private sector investment to build accessible facilities and empower future generations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:29:34 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Walk of Hope Zimbabwe</media:keywords>
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<title>Courtroom Drama in Gweru: Ballistic Report Controversy Forces Magistrate Off Kombayi Trial</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/courtroom-drama-in-gweru-ballistic-report-controversy-forces-magistrate-off-kombayi-trial</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/courtroom-drama-in-gweru-ballistic-report-controversy-forces-magistrate-off-kombayi-trial</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A high-stakes legal battle has erupted at the Gweru Magistrates’ Court after the National Prosecuting Authority sought the recusal of Magistrate Arnold Maburo in the trial of former Gweru Mayor Hamutendi Kombayi and others. The dispute, centred on a contested ballistic report, has escalated into a test of judicial impartiality, prosecutorial conduct, and the integrity of Zimbabwe’s justice system.
Ballistic report controversy forces Magistrate Arnold Maburo’s recusal in the trial of former Gweru Mayor Hamutendi Kombayi &amp; Others. The case exposes tensions over bias, courtroom procedure, and fairness in Zimbabwe’s justice system. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:10:07 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Justice Tempered: High Court Revisits Nurse’s Violent Outburst in Lower Gweru</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/justice-tempered-high-court-revisits-nurses-violent-outburst-in-lower-gweru</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/justice-tempered-high-court-revisits-nurses-violent-outburst-in-lower-gweru</guid>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:57:34 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Faith, Vision and Homes — Destine of AfriKa Unveils Bold Housing Project for Gweru’s Faith Community</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/faith-vision-and-homes-destine-of-afrika-unveils-bold-50-000-housing-project-for-gwerus-faith-community</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/faith-vision-and-homes-destine-of-afrika-unveils-bold-50-000-housing-project-for-gwerus-faith-community</guid>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:18:30 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Residents Welcome ZUPCO Bus Deployment in Gweru Suburbs</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/residents-welcome-zupco-bus-deployment-in-gweru-suburbs</link>
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<title>Warrant of arrest issued for journalist Mhlanga</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/warrant-of-arrest-issued-for-journalist-mhlanga</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:17:21 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Sai Mart Workers Pay the Price: US$8,000 Stock Loss Hits Lowest&#45;Paid Staff</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/sai-mart-workers-pay-the-price-us8000-stock-loss-hits-lowest-paid-staff</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:29:49 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Justice Mutevedzi’s ruling shines light on Zimbabwe’s chaotic mining boundaries</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/justice-mutevedzis-ruling-shines-light-on-zimbabwes-chaotic-mining-boundaries</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/justice-mutevedzis-ruling-shines-light-on-zimbabwes-chaotic-mining-boundaries</guid>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:15:53 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Presidential Amnesty Unlocks New Beginnings for 430 Midlands Prisoners</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/presidential-amnesty-unlocks-new-beginnings-for-430-midlands-prisoners</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/presidential-amnesty-unlocks-new-beginnings-for-430-midlands-prisoners</guid>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:07:46 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>High&#45;Stakes Legal Drama Over President Mnangagwa’s Term as Advocate Withdraws</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/high-stakes-legal-drama-over-president-mnangagwas-term-as-advocate-withdraws-1671</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/high-stakes-legal-drama-over-president-mnangagwas-term-as-advocate-withdraws-1671</guid>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:52:43 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Village health workers to be absorbed into government payroll</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/village-health-workers-to-be-absorbed-into-government-payroll</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe is transitioning 21,000 village health workers onto the government payroll to formalize rural healthcare. Health Minister Dr. Douglas Mombeshora announced that 3,500 workers are already integrated. The move replaces NGO allowances with salaries nearly three times higher, providing workers with bicycles and medical kits to ensure long-term stability. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:10:42 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Opposition MP raises alarm over delayed CDF allocations as Acting Speaker urges acquittals</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/opposition-mp-raises-alarm-over-delayed-cdf-allocations-as-acting-speaker-urges-acquittals</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/opposition-mp-raises-alarm-over-delayed-cdf-allocations-as-acting-speaker-urges-acquittals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Warren Park MP Shakespear Hamauswa has raised a point of privilege in the Parliament of Zimbabwe, accusing the government of stalling community projects by withholding Constituency Development Fund (CDF) allocations. While Acting Speaker Joseph Tshuma maintains that 2025 acquittals are a prerequisite for 2026 funding under the CDF Constitution, Hamauswa contends that some legislators never received the initial disbursements to account for. The standoff underscores systemic delays in fiscal decentralization, impacting local infrastructure and social services across various constituencies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:02:25 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Two Arrested in Gokwe Over Spate of Robberies, Police Hunt Remaining Gang Members</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/two-arrested-in-gokwe-over-spate-of-robberies-police-hunt-remaining-gang-members</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/two-arrested-in-gokwe-over-spate-of-robberies-police-hunt-remaining-gang-members</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have apprehended two suspects, Andrew Aunde and Tinashe Muzenda, in connection with a violent 21-case robbery and unlawful entry spree across Gokwe and Shurugwi. The five-member gang targeted residential areas at night, utilizing axes and knives to assault victims. While two members are in custody following a citizen-led intervention, police are actively hunting the remaining three suspects—Tanaka, Sydney Ngulube, and Magaisa. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:36 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Chiwenga urges Bata, SINO to scale up production as government pushes industrial revival</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/chiwenga-urges-bata-sino-to-scale-up-production-as-government-pushes-industrial-revival</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/chiwenga-urges-bata-sino-to-scale-up-production-as-government-pushes-industrial-revival</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Vice President Constantino Chiwenga conducted an industrial tour of Zimbabwe’s Midlands Province, urging major manufacturers like Bata Shoe Company and SINO Zimbabwe Cement to scale up production. Highlighting Bata’s current 43% capacity utilization, Chiwenga called for the revival of tanneries to strengthen the leather value chain. Additionally, he emphasized increasing cement output to 350,000 metric tonnes annually to support national infrastructure. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:31:37 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Mbizo Legislator Raises Alarm Over NSSA’s Uniform Pensions as Retirees Face Financial Strain</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mbizo-legislator-raises-alarm-over-nssas-uniform-pensions-as-retirees-face-financial-strain</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mbizo MP Corban Madzivanyika has raised concern in Parliament over nearly uniform NSSA pensions, warning that many Zimbabwean retirees face financial strain as payouts remain around the US$70 minimum despite varied lifetime contributions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 03:46:49 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Serving Offender Jailed 10 Months for Tampering With Electricity Meter</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/repeat-offender-jailed-10-months-for-tampering-with-electricity-meter-in-gweru</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/repeat-offender-jailed-10-months-for-tampering-with-electricity-meter-in-gweru</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A 35-year-old Gweru man has been sentenced to 10 months in prison after illegally reconnecting electricity by tampering with a meter at his Mtapa home, with the court highlighting a tough stance against power theft. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 03:27:20 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gweru electricity theft, Asani Mhofu, electricity meter tampering, Zimbabwe Electricity Act, ZETDC inspection, Mtapa Gweru crime, electricity diversion, power theft Zimbabwe, Gweru magistrate Panashe Mafusire, Zimbabwe electricity crime</media:keywords>
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<title>Dlodlo to fly Zimbabwe’s flag at New Zealand theatre festivals</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/dlodlo-flies-zimbabwes-flag-at-new-zealand-theatre-festivals</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/dlodlo-flies-zimbabwes-flag-at-new-zealand-theatre-festivals</guid>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:58:01 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Mnangagwa declares zero tolerance on drugs within military ranks</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-declares-zero-tolerance-on-drugs-within-military-ranks</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 06:31:11 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Mnangagwa commissions new generation of military leaders</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-commissions-new-generation-of-military-leaders</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:34:26 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Zimbabwe dominates at University of Zambia foot golf wellness tournament</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-dominates-at-university-of-zambia-foot-golf-wellness-tournament</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:31:44 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Healer&amp;apos;s Betrayal: Traditional Practitioner jailed 15 years for raping vulnerable patient</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/healers-betrayal-traditional-practitioner-jailed-15-years-for-raping-vulnerable-patient</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/healers-betrayal-traditional-practitioner-jailed-15-years-for-raping-vulnerable-patient</guid>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:45:13 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Shaft of Shadows: Justice, Youth and a Generation on Trial</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/shaft-of-shadows-justice-youth-and-a-generation-on-trial</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/shaft-of-shadows-justice-youth-and-a-generation-on-trial</guid>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:01:34 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Dzimbahwe Institute Demands Traditional Music Category at NAMA</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/dzimbahwe-institute-demands-traditional-music-category-at-nama</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Journalist Remanded in Custody Over Broadcasting, Cyberbullying Charges</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/journalist-remanded-in-custody-over-broadcasting-cyberbullying-charges</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/journalist-remanded-in-custody-over-broadcasting-cyberbullying-charges</guid>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:35:32 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Mkoba South MP Demands Urgent State Assistance for Mentally Ill Persons</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mkoba-south-mp-demands-urgent-state-intervention-on-plight-of-mentally-ill-persons-1593</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mkoba-south-mp-demands-urgent-state-intervention-on-plight-of-mentally-ill-persons-1593</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mkoba South MP John Kuka calls for urgent government intervention in Zimbabwe&#039;s National Assembly to protect mentally ill persons living on the streets following the tragic death of a local resident. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:53:01 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>12 Years Behind Bars: How a Five&#45;Cattle Heist Ended in a Heavy Sentence for Gweru Farm Man</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/12-years-behind-bars-how-a-five-cattle-heist-ended-in-a-heavy-sentence-for-gweru-farm-man</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/12-years-behind-bars-how-a-five-cattle-heist-ended-in-a-heavy-sentence-for-gweru-farm-man</guid>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:35:18 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Midlands Supports Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, Ncube Says</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/midlands-province-rallies-behind-constitutional-amendment-bill-no-3</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/midlands-province-rallies-behind-constitutional-amendment-bill-no-3</guid>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:50:46 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>No Paper, No Receipts Books: Inside Midlands’ Struggle for Legal Identity</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/no-paper-no-proof-no-future-inside-midlands-struggle-for-legal-identity</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/no-paper-no-proof-no-future-inside-midlands-struggle-for-legal-identity</guid>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:31:48 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>A Crown of Duty and Development: The Rise of the Fifth Chief Chiwundura</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/a-crown-of-duty-and-development-the-rise-of-the-fifth-chief-chiwundura</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/a-crown-of-duty-and-development-the-rise-of-the-fifth-chief-chiwundura</guid>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:29:11 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Family Demands Answers Over Dorset Death, Police Maintain Suicide Narrative</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/family-cries-foul-over-dorset-death-as-police-maintain-suicide-narrative-1570</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/family-cries-foul-over-dorset-death-as-police-maintain-suicide-narrative-1570</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A Shurugwi family is demanding answers after the death of 35-year-old Taonga Bhongwane in Dorset Resettlement Area was recorded as a suspected suicide by police, while relatives allege inconsistencies at the scene and possible foul play. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 01:35:11 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Taonga Bhongwane death, Dorset Resettlement Area Shurugwi, Zimbabwe Republic Police suicide case, Shurugwi South Constituency news, suspicious death Zimbabwe, family disputes suicide ruling, Oppah Bongwani, Memory Muyengwa, Gweru Rural Police Station, crime and courts Zimbabwe, sudden death investigation, Midlands Province news</media:keywords>
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<title>Caught in the Act: How a Quiet Lunch Hour at Gweru Government Complex Turned Into Shock and Arrest</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/caught-in-the-act-how-a-quiet-lunch-hour-at-gweru-government-complex-turned-into-shock-and-arrest</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/caught-in-the-act-how-a-quiet-lunch-hour-at-gweru-government-complex-turned-into-shock-and-arrest</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On January 28, 2026, PSC Inspector Marian Madzimure was arrested at Gweru Government Complex for allegedly smearing an unknown substance on Midlands Provincial Coordinator Andrew Chimanyiwa&#039;s vehicle, sparking witchcraft and juju rumors just weeks after Chimanyiwa&#039;s road accident. Police probe ongoing under Zimbabwe&#039;s witchcraft laws. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:33:32 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PSC Inspector arrest, Gweru, Marian Madzimure, arrest, Andrew Chimanyiwa, vehicle, Gweru Government Complex, incident, witchcraft, Zimbabwe, 2026, juju public service, Zimbabwe, Midlands PSC coordinator, smearing substance on vehicle, Zimbabwe witchcraft law, Gweru civil servants, gossip, PSC inspector caught smearing unknown substance on boss car, Gweru Marian Madzimure witchcraft allegations, January 2026, Andrew Chimanyiwa survives accident then juju attempt, Gweru Zimbabwe Public Service Com</media:keywords>
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<title>Senator Shiri Demands Tougher Action on Disability Rights</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/senator-shiri-demands-tougher-action-on-disability-rights</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Senator Annah Shiri calls for sweeping justice system reforms in Zimbabwe, demanding stronger legal protection, institutional accountability and harsher penalties to combat discrimination against persons with disabilities. ]]></description>
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<title>Drowning Deaths Double in Midlands, Police Raise Alarm</title>
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<title>Midlands Minister Ncube Donates Wheelchair, US$500 and Bursary to Learner with Disability</title>
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<title>NPAZ Senior Management Undergoes Disability Awareness Training</title>
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<title>ZRP, Church in Anti&#45;Drug and Crime Fight</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zrp-church-unite-in-anti-drug-and-crime-fight</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe Republic Police in Mvuma launches the Christian Community Police Network (CCPN) with churches and rolls out an anti-drug campaign to curb crime and protect youth through moral guidance, prevention and community trust-building. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 06:55:29 +0200</pubDate>
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<title>Maria Sibanda’s Quiet Rise in Zimbabwe’s Literary Space</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/maria-sibandas-quiet-rise-in-zimbabwes-literary-space</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 06:27:27 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Average Rainfall Deepens Drought Conditions Southern, Western and Inland Australia</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/Average-rainfall-deepens-drought-conditions-across-southern-australia</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:12:50 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Charges Withdrawn Against Zimbo Live Journalist</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/charges-withdrawn-against-zimbo-live-journalist</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 19:51:38 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Gweru ELCZ Backs Mnangagwa’s National Clean&#45;Up Day Exercise</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/elcz-backs-mnangagwas-national-clean-up-day-with-gweru-exercise</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:41:02 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>12 Years for Stock Theft, Magistrate Commends Prosecution, Investigator</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-magistrate-hands-down-12-year-jail-term-for-stock-theft-commends-prosecutioninvestigator</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:46:23 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Wanderer Mine Murder: One of Three Accused Convicted</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/high-court-convicts-one-in-wanderer-mine-killing-acquits-third-accused</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:57:01 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Chivi Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Raping a Minor</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/chivi-man-sentenced-to-15-years-for-rape-of-minor</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:49:14 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>January Heat Records Spark Calls for Urgent National Action</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/january-heat-records-spark-calls-for-urgent-national-action</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:38:34 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Gweru Gospel Musician Moscow Pembere Involved in Road Traffic Accident During School Run</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-gospel-musician-moscow-pembere-involved-in-road-traffic-accident-during-school-run</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:45:46 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Mbirimi’s Community&#45;Driven Investment Transforms Rural Learners</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/from-poverty-to-possibility-mbirimis-community-driven-investment-transforms-rural-learners</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:05:04 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Gweru Man Acquitted of CIO Impersonation</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-man-acquitted-of-cio-impersonation</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-man-acquitted-of-cio-impersonation</guid>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:52:30 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Mhuri Commends Development Projects as Shurugwi South Records Broad Infrastructure Gains</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mhuri-commends-development-projects-as-shurugwi-south-records-broad-infrastructure-gains-1516</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mhuri-commends-development-projects-as-shurugwi-south-records-broad-infrastructure-gains-1516</guid>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:15:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>National Arts Council Slashes Registration Fees</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/nacz-slashes-registration-fees-to-boost-ease-of-doing-business-in-creative-sector</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/nacz-slashes-registration-fees-to-boost-ease-of-doing-business-in-creative-sector</guid>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 06:56:13 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Fake CIO and Gold Dealer Dragged to Court?</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-man-dragged-to-court-over-cio-impersonation-and-fake-gold-deal</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-man-dragged-to-court-over-cio-impersonation-and-fake-gold-deal</guid>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 06:33:58 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Botswana Media Under Threat, MISA Says</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/misa-botswana-warns-of-backsliding-on-media-freedom</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/misa-botswana-warns-of-backsliding-on-media-freedom</guid>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:52:59 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Claybank Private Hospital Property Attached</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/clay-bank-hospital-property-attached</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:18:02 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Visually Impaired Man Attacker Pleads Guilty to  Assault</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/visually-impaired-elderly-man-brutally-assaulted-by-mtapa-man-in-home-attack</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/visually-impaired-elderly-man-brutally-assaulted-by-mtapa-man-in-home-attack</guid>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:08:19 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Brothers Jailed 23 Years Each for Kwekwe Mine Murder</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mpofu-brothers-jailed-23-years-each-for-kwekwe-mine-murder</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 03:24:05 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Two Life Sentences for Burning Two Minors (5 &amp;amp;13) in Hut</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-man-sentenced-to-two-life-terms-for-murder-of-two-children</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-man-sentenced-to-two-life-terms-for-murder-of-two-children</guid>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:07:34 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZIMSEC Clarifies on 2026 Examination Fees</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimsec-clarifies-on-2026-examination-fees</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 02:23:45 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Visually Impaired Man (65) Assaulted in Mtapa Home Attack Over Fire&#45;crackers</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mtapa-man-appears-in-court-over-brutal-attack-on-visually-impaired-elderly-man</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mtapa-man-appears-in-court-over-brutal-attack-on-visually-impaired-elderly-man</guid>
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<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 23:22:45 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>High Court Halts Auction of Vungu RDC Assets as Wage Dispute, Debt Crisis Deepen</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/high-court-halts-auction-of-vungu-rdc-assets-as-wage-dispute-and-debt-crisis-deepen</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/high-court-halts-auction-of-vungu-rdc-assets-as-wage-dispute-and-debt-crisis-deepen</guid>
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<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 09:37:14 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Gweru High Court Circuit Opens as Judiciary Implements 2026 High Court Calendar</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-high-court-circuit-opens-as-judiciary-implements-2026-court-calendar</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-high-court-circuit-opens-as-judiciary-implements-2026-court-calendar</guid>
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<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:48:29 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Zimbabwean Entrepreneur Scoops Top US Leadership Award</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwean-entrepreneur-scoops-top-us-leadership-award</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:55:29 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZIMSEC Doubles Examination Fees for 2026 Sitting</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimsec-doubles-examination-fees-2026-sitting</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ ZIMSEC doubles exam fees for June 2026 and removes government subsidies. O-Level fees rise to $24/subject. Find deadlines and payment details here. The Zimbabwe Schools Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) has announced a 100% increase in examination fees for the June 2026 session. O-Level fees have risen from US$11 to US$24 per subject, while A-Level fees have jumped from US$24 to US$48. This spike is compounded by the removal of the 55% government subsidy for public school learners, meaning all candidates must now pay the full cost. ZIMSEC cites resource mobilization for exam administration as the reason for the hike, setting a final payment deadline of February 27, 2026 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:48:31 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Gambiza Jailed 15 Years for Brutal Beer Bottle Murder</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gambiza-jailed-15-years-for-brutal-beer-bottle-murde</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A 21-year-old Mberengwa man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison by the Bulawayo High Court for the brutal 2025 murder of Artwell Ncube outside a Zvishavane nightclub. Read the full court details and sentencing here. Justice Munamato Mutevedzi, sitting on circuit in Gweru, has sentenced 21-year-old Gambiza to 15 years imprisonment for the murder of Artwell Ncube. The incident occurred in August 2025 outside the Red Parrot Nite Club in Zvishavane following a dispute over money for more alcohol. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:11:43 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Dorset Community Applauds MP Mhuri for Intervention on ECD Closures</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Honourable Wilson Mhuri intervenes to halt the closure of unregistered ECD centres in Dorset Ward 21, Shurugwi South. The government extends the regularization deadline to June 2026, ensuring rural children maintain access to early education. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:02:53 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe News, Midlands Province, School Registration, Rural Education, Community Development, National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2), Vision 2030, Zimbabwe, Educational Reform, Dorset Primary School, Mlanke ECD Centre, Education Ministry, Zimbabwe  School Closures, Community Intervention, Infrastructure Development, Minister Torerai Moyo</media:keywords>
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