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<title>Kwedu News &#45; : News</title>
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<description>Kwedu News &#45; : News</description>
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<dc:rights>©2026 Hericom Media. All rights reserved.</dc:rights>

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<title>Zimbabwe to Deploy Drones and Use Satellite Imagery in Nationwide Land Audit Crackdown</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-to-deploy-drones-and-use-satellite-imagery-in-nationwide-land-audit-crackdown</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-to-deploy-drones-and-use-satellite-imagery-in-nationwide-land-audit-crackdown</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Government of Zimbabwe is launching a high-tech nationwide land audit utilising drones and satellite imagery under the newly created Ministry of Lands and Rural Development. The comprehensive initiative aims to enforce a strict use-it-or-lose-it policy to repossess underutilized farms, eliminate multiple farm ownership and dismantle syndicates involved in illegal land sales by traditional leaders. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:40:33 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe land audit, Minister Vangelis Haritatos, drone farm audit, satellite land mapping, use it or lose it policy, illegal sabhuku deals, land repossession Zimbabwe, Tafadzwa Muguti land reform</media:keywords>
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<title>Mnangagwa Breaks Silence on Belarus Trip: A King  Does Not Announce His Movements</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-breaks-silence-on-belarus-trip-a-king-does-not-announce-his-movements</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-breaks-silence-on-belarus-trip-a-king-does-not-announce-his-movements</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mnangagwa dismisses speculation over his Belarus trip, comparing his leadership style to a traditional chief who moves without public announcements, amid social media debate on his sudden absence. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:08:03 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mnangagwa Belarus trip  Zimbabwe presidential movements  Emmerson Mnangagwa leadership style  ZBC interview Reuben Barwe  Social media speculation Zimbabwe  Traditional chief analogy Mnangagwa  Zimbabwe state matters secrecy  Presidential travel Zimbabwe  Mnangagwa public debate</media:keywords>
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<title>Rising Public Debt Stifling Zimbabwe’s Infrastructure and Social Services, Experts Warn</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/rising-public-debt-stifling-zimbabwes-infrastructure-and-social-services-experts-warn</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/rising-public-debt-stifling-zimbabwes-infrastructure-and-social-services-experts-warn</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Local government experts and civil society leaders at the Midlands Provincial Public Debt Accountability Indaba have called for urgent reforms, citing a &quot;negative correlation&quot; between Zimbabwe’s growing multi-billion dollar debt and the collapse of essential public infrastructure. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 08:13:50 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe public debt, ZIMCODD, debt justice now, Delicious Mathuthu, Kwedu News, Hericommedia, Midlands Debt Indaba, Gweru City Council, Dr. Vincent Chakunda, Zimbabwe GDP rebasing, ZISCO Steel debt, infrastructure development, Debt Justice Now, local government debt.</media:keywords>
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<title>ZETDC Rejects Subsidised Electricity Tariffs for Local Authorities Citing Insolvency Risks</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zetdc-rejects-subsidised-electricity-tariffs-for-local-authorities-citing-insolvency-risks</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zetdc-rejects-subsidised-electricity-tariffs-for-local-authorities-citing-insolvency-risks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Energy and Power Development has declined a request by Mkoba South MP Honourable Kuka to provide non-commercial electricity rates for local authorities. Deputy Minister Hon. Simbanegavi warned that providing subsidies would trigger operational insolvency for ZETDC and worsen national energy insecurity, though the government has proposed a 50 percent bill-sharing arrangement through the Ministry of Local Government. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 01:38:26 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ZETDC, Zimbabwe electricity tariffs, local authorities, Hon Simbanegavi, Hon Kuka, Mkoba South, ZESA, municipal debt, energy security Zimbabwe, cost-reflective tariffs, net metering Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe Ministry of Energy</media:keywords>
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<title>Fake General Nabbed in Army Recruitment Scam</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/fake-general-nabbed-in-army-recruitment-scam</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/fake-general-nabbed-in-army-recruitment-scam</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe National Army has warned against recruitment scams after the arrest of Hardlife Nyoni who posed as a senior army officer and duped job seekers with fake enlistment promises. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:28:17 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Fake General Zimbabwe, Army recruitment scam, Zimbabwe National Army fraud, Hardlife Nyoni arrest, Mkoba Teachers College worker, ZNA Military Police operation, bogus enlistment promises, WhatsApp recruitment scam, Harare CBD arrest, Zimbabwe unemployment fraud, military recruitment warning, ZNA official statement, recruitment fraud Zimbabwe, job seekers duped, army scam crackdown, Kwedu News, feature</media:keywords>
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<title>ZAOGA FIF Visits President Mnangagwa, Pledges Support for National Peace and Development</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zaoga-fif-visits-president-mnangagwa-pledges-support-for-national-peace-and-development</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zaoga-fif-visits-president-mnangagwa-pledges-support-for-national-peace-and-development</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Archbishop Dr. Joseph Joe Guti led a high-level delegation from ZAOGA Forward in Faith to State House to meet with President Emmerson Mnangagwa, reaffirming the church&#039;s commitment to Zimbabwe&#039;s spiritual and infrastructural development. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:27:50 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ZAOGA Forward in Faith, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Archbishop Joseph Joe Guti, State House, Zimbabwe news, peace and development, Archbishop Ezekiel Guti legacy, church and state</media:keywords>
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<title>Human Remains Discovered at Silobela Mine</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/human-remains-discovered-at-silobela-mine</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/human-remains-discovered-at-silobela-mine</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Human remains have been discovered at Jena Mine’s Black Dawn section in Silobela reigniting fears of mass graves tied to Zimbabwe’s liberation war and Gukurahundi atrocities. Villagers are now demanding cultural rites, investigations and closure for families of the disappeared. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 06:21:56 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Silobela, Jena Mine, Black Dawn, human remains discovery, mass graves Zimbabwe, liberation struggle, Gukurahundi atrocities, Ian Smith regime, Midlands Province, cultural rites Zimbabwe, Maqhawe Moyo, Midlands police, Zimbabwe history, community mourning, Dumisani Ndlovu, Kwedu News</media:keywords>
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<title>Architects of Chaos: The Political Engineering of Zimbabwe’s Urban Ruin</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/architects-of-chaos-the-political-engineering-of-zimbabwes-urban-ruin</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/architects-of-chaos-the-political-engineering-of-zimbabwes-urban-ruin</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Political actors and land barons orchestrated the systemic collapse of Zimbabwean urban planning, resulting in a US$3 billion state prejudice and a humanitarian infrastructure crisis. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 03:02:51 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe land commission, Delicious Mathuthu, Kwedu News, Hericommedia, Justice Tendai Uchena, land barons, urban state land corruption, Zimbabwe housing crisis, intrinsic land value, illegal land sales, Harare metropolitan province, Emmerson Mnangagwa.</media:keywords>
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<title>Nyamapanda Highway Bus Disaster Death Toll Rises to 17</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/nyamapanda-highway-bus-disaster-death-toll-rises-to-17</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/nyamapanda-highway-bus-disaster-death-toll-rises-to-17</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The death toll from the Malawi-bound bus accident on the Harare-Nyamapanda Road has increased to 17. Zimbabwe Republic Police are currently coordinating with the Malawian Embassy for the identification and repatriation of victims, while 45 survivors remain hospitalised at Kotwa and Mutoko District Hospitals. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 08:49:48 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ZRP, Delicious Mathuthu, Kwedu News, Hericommedia, Nyamapanda road accident, bus crash Zimbabwe, Malawi-bound bus, DRD bus accident, Paul Nyathi, Mutoko District Hospital, Kotwa District Hospital, repatriation of victims, Zimbabwe road safety, Malawian Embassy, Harare-Nyamapanda highway.</media:keywords>
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<title>14 Die in Horrific Cross&#45;Border Bus Accident Along Harare&#45;Nyamapanda Highway</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/14-die-in-horrific-cross-border-bus-accident-along-harare-nyamapanda-highway</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/14-die-in-horrific-cross-border-bus-accident-along-harare-nyamapanda-highway</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A fatal accident involving a Malawi-bound BRD Luxury Coach has reportedly claimed 14 lives along the Harare-Nyamapanda road near Suswe. The bus, traveling from Cape Town, South Africa, was carrying 63 passengers when it crashed yesterday afternoon, leaving several others injured and hospitalised in Mutoko and Kotwa. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 04:24:50 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ZRP, Delicious Mathuthu, Kwedu News, Hericommedia, Harare-Nyamapanda road accident, Suswe bus crash, BRD Luxury Coach, fatal accident Zimbabwe, Mutoko District Hospital, cross-border bus accident, Zimbabwe road safety, Malawi-bound bus crash, Cape Town to Malawi bus.</media:keywords>
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<title>Matanda&#45;Moyo Urges End to ‘Adversarial Culture’ Between Prosecutors and Defence Lawyers</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/matanda-moyo-urges-end-to-adversarial-culture-between-prosecutors-and-defence-lawyers</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/matanda-moyo-urges-end-to-adversarial-culture-between-prosecutors-and-defence-lawyers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe Prosecutor-General Loice Matanda-Moyo calls for collaboration between prosecutors and defence lawyers, urging ethical conduct, professionalism, and “collaborative independence” to strengthen justice delivery. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:21:31 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dumisani Ndlovu, Kwedu News  Key Figures: Loice Matanda-Moyo (Prosecutor-General), collaborative independence, prosecutors and defence lawyers, justice delivery, legal training programme, ethical conduct, courtroom performance, professional standards, integrity of justice system</media:keywords>
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<title>32 Journalists Complete First Day of NSSA Safety Health Training in Gweru</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/32-journalists-complete-first-day-of-nssa-safety-health-training-in-gweru</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/32-journalists-complete-first-day-of-nssa-safety-health-training-in-gweru</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At least 32 journalists attended the opening day of the Basic Occupational Safety and Health Course (BOSHC) in Gweru on May 4, 2026, organised by the National Social Security Authority of Zimbabwe (NSSA). The training is designed to strengthen media reporting on workplace safety and health issues ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:54 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>BOSHC, NSSA, Gweru, Zimbabwe, thematic focus, occupational safety, workplace health, risk management, compliance, journalism relevance, reporting, awareness, responsible journalism, Dumisani Ndlovu, Kwedu News, Hericommedia</media:keywords>
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<title>Baloyi Post Sparks Debate Over Mnangagwa’s Rapid Military Rise</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/baloyi-post-sparks-debate-over-mnangagwas-rapid-military-rise</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/baloyi-post-sparks-debate-over-mnangagwas-rapid-military-rise</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minnie Baloyi’s viral post on her 20‑year military career has ignited debate over fairness in promotions, as comparisons emerge with Sean Mnangagwa’s rapid rise to Lieutenant Colonel. The discussion reflects wider concerns about meritocracy and accountability in Zimbabwe’s institutions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 09:46:24 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kwedu News, Hericom media, Dumisani Ndlovu, Minnie Baloyi, Sean Mnangagwa, ZNA, Promotion, Emmerson Mnangagwa, Zimbabwe President, military promotion, Zimbabwe, Harare, Second Republic</media:keywords>
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<title>LINA Launches &amp;quot;Our News, Your Voice&amp;quot; Campaign as the World Celebrates Press Freedom Day</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/lina-launches-our-news-your-voice-campaign-as-the-world-celebrates-press-freedom-day</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/lina-launches-our-news-your-voice-campaign-as-the-world-celebrates-press-freedom-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ LINA has launched the 2026 &quot;Our News, Your Voice&quot; campaign to support Australian public interest journalism, coinciding with World Press Freedom Day. The initiative features matched funding for over 40 independent newsrooms and coincides with LINA’s advocacy for more equitable revenue distribution under the proposed News Bargaining Incentive legislation. Key events include a journalism and democracy townhall hosted by Peter Greste to discuss media diversity and government accountability. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:46:26 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>LINA, Our News Your Voice, public interest journalism, World Press Freedom Day, Australian news media, News Bargaining Incentive, media diversity, independent newsrooms, journalism funding, Peter Greste, Claire Stuchbery, media legislation Australia, community journalism, newsroom donations, Democracy Counts townhall</media:keywords>
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<title>ZCTU Central Region Hosts Subdued May Day Commemorations at Mkoba Stadium</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zctu-central-region-hosts-subdued-may-day-commemorations-at-mkoba-stadium</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zctu-central-region-hosts-subdued-may-day-commemorations-at-mkoba-stadium</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ZCTU Central Region marked Workers&#039; Day at Gweru&#039;s Mkoba Stadium with subdued attendance. Member of Parliament for Mkoba South, John Kuka, demanded living wages and social justice, while ZCTU Vice President Valentine Chikosi urged union unity against informalisation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:06:33 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ZCTU, Delicious Mathuthu, Kwedu News, Hericom Media, Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions, May Day Zimbabwe, Workers Day Gweru, Mkoba Stadium, John Kuka, Valentine Chikosi, living wage Zimbabwe, trade unions Zimbabwe, labor rights Zimbabwe, unemployment Zimbabwe, ZCTU Central Region, Gweru news.</media:keywords>
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<title>Zvishavane Marks Workers’ Day With Pool Tournament, Celebrating Community</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zvishavane-marks-workers-day-with-pool-tournament-celebrating-community</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zvishavane-marks-workers-day-with-pool-tournament-celebrating-community</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zvishavane Pool Association celebrated Workers’ Day with a Pool Tournament. The event celebrated the by promoting mental health, social cohesion, and community unity among diverse labor sectors, including the mining industry. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 13:25:32 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zvishavane Pool Association, Workers’ Day Zimbabwe, International Workers&#039; Day 2026, Zvishavane community events, workplace mental health Zimbabwe, Mega Mining and Milling, Zimbabwe Public Service Commission, recreational sports and labor, social cohesion Zvishavane, Pastor Nyasha Mhazo</media:keywords>
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<title>Zimbabwe Marks May Day With Renewed Push for Workers’ Protection and Inclusive Growth</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-marks-may-day-with-renewed-push-for-workers-protection-and-inclusive-growth</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-marks-may-day-with-renewed-push-for-workers-protection-and-inclusive-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Government has pledged stronger labour protections, wage reforms and workplace safety as Zimbabwe celebrates May Day in Gweru. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 04:38:12 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>May Day, workers rights Zimbabwe, Edgar Moyo, labour policy Zimbabwe, ZCTU Gweru, employment wages Zimbabwe, occupational safety Zimbabwe, child labour Zimbabwe, social protection Zimbabwe</media:keywords>
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<title>Mnangagwa Son’s Army Promotion Sparks Constitutional Clash: Prof. Madhuku</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-sons-army-promotion-sparks-constitutional-clash</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-sons-army-promotion-sparks-constitutional-clash</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A legal and political clash has erupted over President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s decision to promote his son, Sean Mnangagwa, to lieutenant‑colonel in the Zimbabwe National Army. Constitutional law expert Lovemore Madhuku argues the move breaches conflict‑of‑interest principles, insisting the President should have recused himself. Presidential spokesperson George Charamba counters that the promotion was lawful. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:03:42 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Teacher Fired Over Classroom Protest as Wage Disputes Escalate</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/teacher-fired-over-classroom-protest-as-wage-disputes-escalate</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/teacher-fired-over-classroom-protest-as-wage-disputes-escalate</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A secondary school teacher in Matabeleland North, Bridget Dliwayo, has been dismissed after sharing a classroom selfie holding a placard protesting low wages. The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education found her guilty of misconduct under the Public Service Regulations following her participation in an online protest organised by ARTUZ. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:02:09 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Zimbabwe Workers Mark May Day Under Strain: NDWG</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-workers-mark-may-day-under-strain-as-unemployment-and-poor-conditions-bite</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-workers-mark-may-day-under-strain-as-unemployment-and-poor-conditions-bite</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The NDWG warns of eroded living standards and weakened labour representation, urging urgent reforms to restore dignity and strengthen workplace protections. Zimbabwean workers yesterday commemorated Labour Day amid economic hardship, with unions citing poor wages, insecure contracts and high unemployment. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:01:18 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>LINA Launches &amp;quot;Our News, Your Voice&amp;quot;  Fund Raising  Campaign </title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/independent-publishers-warn-of-concentrated-media-as-crowdfunding-drive-is-launched</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/independent-publishers-warn-of-concentrated-media-as-crowdfunding-drive-is-launched</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 40 independent digital newsrooms across Australia launch the &quot;Our News, Your Voice&quot; campaign to secure funding for local journalism and community infrastructure. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 02:30:17 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>independent news, public interest journalism, LINA, Australia media, Our News Your Voice, media bargaining code, journalism funding, World Press Freedom Day</media:keywords>
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<title>Zimbabwe Embassy Issues Safety Advisory to Nationals in South Africa Amid Xenophobic Tensions</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-embassy-issues-safety-advisory-to-nationals-in-south-africa-amid-xenophobic-tensions</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-embassy-issues-safety-advisory-to-nationals-in-south-africa-amid-xenophobic-tensions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe Embassy warns citizens in South Africa to stay vigilant and limit movements following reports of disturbing demonstrations targeting foreign nationals, as anti-immigration protests by groups like March and March and Operation Dudula continue in major cities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 01:25:31 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe embassy advisory South Africa, xenophobic attacks South Africa 2026, anti-foreigner protests South Africa, Operation Dudula March and March, Zimbabweans in South Africa safety, Cyril Ramaphosa xenophobia warning, illegal immigration protests South Africa, East London, Zimbabweans displaced, Pretoria Johannesburg anti-migrant march</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt Contractor &amp;apos;Shine On&amp;apos; Force Workers Clean Sewage With Bare Hands</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/no-gloves-no-mercy-govt-contractor-shine-on-makes-workers-clean-sewage-with-bare-hands</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/no-gloves-no-mercy-govt-contractor-shine-on-makes-workers-clean-sewage-with-bare-hands</guid>
<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>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/joshua-nkomo-peace-marathon-sparks-reflection-on-meaning-of-peace-baya</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/joshua-nkomo-peace-marathon-sparks-reflection-on-meaning-of-peace-baya</guid>
<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>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/midlands-minister-urges-anti-drug-campaigns-targeting-tertiary-institutions</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/midlands-minister-urges-anti-drug-campaigns-targeting-tertiary-institutions</guid>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:50:47 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Diversity Council Australia Launches Cultural Intelligence Training to Address Workplace Polarisation</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/diversity-council-australia-launches-cultural-intelligence-training-to-address-workplace-polarisation</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/diversity-council-australia-launches-cultural-intelligence-training-to-address-workplace-polarisation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Diversity Council Australia (DCA) has launched two new training programs to strengthen cultural intelligence and foster inclusion in workplaces facing rising social tension and cultural complexity. Announced on April 28, 2026, the initiatives—Leading with Cultural Intelligence for senior leaders and Cultural Intelligence for Multicultural and Multifaith Teams for employees—equip organisations with practical tools to manage conflict, build inclusive teams, and improve cross-cultural communication. Delivered both in-person and online, the programs respond to growing demand as workplaces navigate divisions driven by global conflict, misinformation, and identity-based discrimination. CEO Catherine Hunter emphasised that cultural intelligence is now a core leadership capability, essential for turning diversity into innovation and workplace cohesion. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:32:10 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
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<title>UNSW Secures Landmark Role in Venice Biennale 2026</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/unsw-secures-landmark-role-in-venice-biennale-2026</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/unsw-secures-landmark-role-in-venice-biennale-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ UNSW has been named Education Partner for Australia’s Venice Biennale 2026 showcase, delivering global programs, publications, and student placements. Led by artist Khaled Sabsabi, the collaboration with Creative Australia cements UNSW’s role in cultural leadership and international art education. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:20:59 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
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<title>Govt Urged to Sustain Funding for Community Newspapers to Bridge Rural Information Gap</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/govt-urged-to-sustain-funding-for-community-newspapers-to-bridge-rural-information-gap</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/govt-urged-to-sustain-funding-for-community-newspapers-to-bridge-rural-information-gap</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Australia Faces 300,000 Construction Worker Shortfall as Labour Firm Expands Operations</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/australia-faces-300000-construction-worker-shortfall-as-labour-firm-expands-operations</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/australia-faces-300000-construction-worker-shortfall-as-labour-firm-expands-operations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Australia’s construction industry is bracing for a severe workforce shortage, with up to 300,000 workers needed by 2027. The Infrastructure Australia 2025 Market Capacity Report projects a deficit of 126,000 tradespeople and labourers by mid-2027, as demand for over 521,000 workers surges across housing, infrastructure, and energy projects tied to the net-zero transition. Labour recruitment firm Fast Labour Hire is scaling up operations nationwide — including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Geelong, and Adelaide — to meet demand, placing more than 2,000 vetted workers annually and offering 24/7 availability to prevent project delays. Analysts warn shortages are now the primary constraint on delivery timelines and cost control, while Fast Labour Hire’s partnerships with major contractors and triple ISO certification position it as a key workforce supplier. Experts caution that without reliable labour pipelines, companies risk stalled projects and escalating costs, underscoring the need for coordinated industry and policy responses. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:46:07 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</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>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/rtd-general-chiwenga-delivers-scripture-laced-message-amid-constitutional-debate</guid>
<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>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>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/government-revises-land-tenure-fees-following-pressure-from-war-veterans</guid>
<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>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/a-lifeline-of-hope-the-dube-couples-mission-to-restore-dignity-in-forgotten-villages</guid>
<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>NDIS Set for Major Overhaul as Government Moves to Curb Costs, Tighten Eligibility and Restore “Social Licence”</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/ndis-set-for-major-overhaul-as-government-moves-to-curb-costs-tighten-eligibility-and-restore-social-licence</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/ndis-set-for-major-overhaul-as-government-moves-to-curb-costs-tighten-eligibility-and-restore-social-licence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minister Mark Butler has unveiled major reforms to the NDIS, warning the scheme risks failure without urgent action. Changes include replacing diagnosis-based access with functional assessments, cutting projected participants from 900,000 to 600,000, and reducing annual spending growth from 8% to 5-6%. Social participation budgets will drop from $31k to $26k. The reforms target a $13bn four-year cost blowout and widespread fraud exposed by the Fraud Fusion Taskforce. A digital payment system and mandatory provider registration will boost oversight. The government will also invest $200m in an Inclusive Communities Fund and $3bn in aged care. Legislation is due in the upcoming Budget sittings ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:58:55 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
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<title>Breaking Barriers in the Soil – How a Shurugwi Farmer Is Redefining Disability and Rural Agriculture</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/breaking-barriers-in-the-soil-how-a-shurugwi-farmer-is-redefining-disability-and-rural-agriculture</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/breaking-barriers-in-the-soil-how-a-shurugwi-farmer-is-redefining-disability-and-rural-agriculture</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Zimbabwe&amp;apos;s Health Minister Appeals for Nurses to Suspend Strike</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwes-health-minister-appeals-for-nurses-to-suspend-strike</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwes-health-minister-appeals-for-nurses-to-suspend-strike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe’s Health Minister, Dr Douglas Mombeshora, has appealed to nurses to suspend their nationwide strike and resume negotiations as hospitals begin experiencing service disruptions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:15:52 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe nurses strike, Douglas Mombeshora, Zimbabwe health crisis, hospital disruptions Zimbabwe, ZINA strike, nurses salaries Zimbabwe, public health system Zimbabwe, healthcare workers strike, Zimbabwe hospitals, health sector unrest Zimbabwe</media:keywords>
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<title>Ramaphosa Urges Global &amp;apos;Progressive Revival&amp;apos; Amidst Rising Geopolitical Tensions</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/ramaphosa-urges-global-progressive-revival-amidst-rising-geopolitical-tensions</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/ramaphosa-urges-global-progressive-revival-amidst-rising-geopolitical-tensions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ South African President Cyril Ramaphosa warns of a world in crisis while calling for a united front against inequality and climate change during a state visit to Spain. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:35 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa, Global Progressive Mobilisation, Barcelona, Spain, Pedro Sánchez, climate crisis, multilateralism, international law</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>ZERA Reduces Fuel Prices, Implements Tax Cuts and Increased Blending</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zera-reduces-fuel-prices-implements-tax-cuts-and-increased-blending</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zera-reduces-fuel-prices-implements-tax-cuts-and-increased-blending</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has announced a reduction in fuel prices for mid-April 2026, leveraging a shift to E20 blending and tax removals to offset global supply chain pressures. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:11:19 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe fuel price reduction, ZERA, Diesel 50 price, Blend E20, Zimbabwe energy policy, Strait of Hormuz oil impact, ethanol blending Zimbabwe, fuel subsidies</media:keywords>
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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>At Least 18 Killed in South Africa Bound Kombi Explosion</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/at-least-18-killed-in-south-africa-bound-kombi-explosion</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/at-least-18-killed-in-south-africa-bound-kombi-explosion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A Toyota Quantum commuter kombi exploded into flames on Zimbabwe’s main highway linking Bulawayo to the South African border, killing approximately 18 people on Thursday afternoon, police have confirmed. Emergency services including the army and bomb squad rushed to the scene between Chipangali and Esigodini tollgate as the president declared the tragedy a national state of disaster. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:17:28 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe kombi explosion, Bulawayo Beitbridge road accident, 18 killed kombi fire, Toyota Quantum blast Zimbabwe, Paul Nyathi ZRP statement, Chipangali Esigodini tollgate, Zimbabwe road tragedy, Mnangagwa state of disaster, commuter omnibus explosion, Much Binding accident</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>Thiess Inspires Next Generation of Women in Mining</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/thiess-inspires-next-generation-of-women-in-mining</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/thiess-inspires-next-generation-of-women-in-mining</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Thiess hosts its first Mining HER Future Forum in Singleton, Hunter Valley, inspiring young women to pursue diverse careers in Australia’s mining industry and promoting gender diversity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:36:16 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Kawide Nakasamu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Thiess, Mining HER Future Forum, women in mining, Hunter Valley, Singleton NSW, gender diversity mining, mining careers Australia, female students mining, NSW Mining, Empower HER Program, Educational Pathways Program, Rae O’Brien, Kerrie Howells, mining industry Australia, skills shortage mining, inclusive workforce, mining education initiatives, careers in engineering and geology, mining workforce diversity</media:keywords>
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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>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>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>Zimbabwe CIO Chief Fired Amid Allegations of Nepotism and Misconduct</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-cio-chief-fired-amid-allegations-of-nepotism-and-misconduct</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-cio-chief-fired-amid-allegations-of-nepotism-and-misconduct</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ President Emmerson Mnangagwa has removed the Director-General of the Central Intelligence Organisation, Fulton Mangwanya, replacing him with former diplomat Paul Chikawa following reports of internal friction and administrative overreach. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:20:54 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe, Central Intelligence Organisation, Emmerson Mnangagwa, Fulton Mangwanya, Paul Chikawa, Zimbabwe politics, CIO Director-General, government dismissal</media:keywords>
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<title>Zimbabwe Human Rights Chief Majome Reassigned After CAB3 Hearings Criticism</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-human-rights-chief-majome-reassigned-after-cab3-hearings-criticism</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-human-rights-chief-majome-reassigned-after-cab3-hearings-criticism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ President Emmerson Mnangagwa has moved Commissioner Fungayi Jessie Majome from her role as Chairperson of the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission to a new position as Commissioner within the Public Service Commission, effective immediately. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:01:48 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe, Fungayi Jessie Majome, Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission, Public Service Commission, Emmerson Mnangagwa, government reassignment, constitutional appointments</media:keywords>
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<title>WCoZ Gweru Chapter Elects New Leadership, Sets 2026 Empowerment Agenda</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/wcoz-gweru-chapter-elects-leadership-sets-2026-empowerment-agenda</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/wcoz-gweru-chapter-elects-leadership-sets-2026-empowerment-agenda</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe (WCoZ) Gweru Chapter held its elective AGM, retaining Merjury Makunere as Chairperson while outlining strategic plans for economic self-reliance, rural outreach, and the protection of women’s rights in the Midlands province. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 02:18:37 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>WCoZ Gweru, Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe, Gweru elective AGM, Zimbabwe women’s rights, Merjury Makunere, women’s economic empowerment Zimbabwe, gender-based violence prevention, Midlands province advocacy, Young Women’s Forum, Gweru community leadership</media:keywords>
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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>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>Majority of Americans Oppose Scale of Operation Epic Fury in Iran</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/majority-of-americans-oppose-scale-of-operation-epic-fury-in-iran</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/majority-of-americans-oppose-scale-of-operation-epic-fury-in-iran</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A new AP-NORC poll reveals 59% of Americans believe U.S. military strikes in Iran are excessive. President Trump claims the war is ahead of schedule as Washington proposes a 15-point peace plan via Pakistani intermediaries. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:54:45 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Operation Epic Fury, Iran war polls, Donald Trump Iran, US Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper, Steve Witkoff peace plan, Pete Hegseth, Iran military strikes, American public opinion, military news, The Military Times</media:keywords>
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<title>ZIMCODD, Midlands Stakeholders Demand Tax Reforms to Ease Burden on Women and the Poor</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimcodd-midlands-stakeholders-demand-tax-reforms-to-ease-burden-on-women-and-the-poor</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimcodd-midlands-stakeholders-demand-tax-reforms-to-ease-burden-on-women-and-the-poor</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A multi-stakeholder meeting in Gweru organised by ZIMCODD highlighted Zimbabwe&#039;s US$23.4 billion debt crisis and regressive tax policies that disproportionately affect women and informal traders. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:35:06 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe debt, ZIMCODD, tax reform, Gweru residents, fiscal policy, gender-responsive budgeting, ZIMRA, social protection, regressive tax, Brian Dube, Brisky Thulani Ncube</media:keywords>
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<title>Hericom Media Director Urges Local News to Embrace Community Heritage at 2026 LINA Summit</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/hericom-media-director-urges-local-news-to-embrace-community-heritage-at-2026-lina-summit</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/hericom-media-director-urges-local-news-to-embrace-community-heritage-at-2026-lina-summit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the 2026 LINA Summit in Murray Bridge, South Australia, Hericom Media Director Harry Taruva highlighted how focusing on &quot;Kwedu Classics&quot;,  celebrating local stories and undocumented history, has built deeper audience trust and offered a sustainable model for independent media beyond crisis-driven reporting. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:27:47 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Kawide Nakasamu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hericom Media, Harry Taruva, Kwedu Classics, LINA Summit 2026, local news Australia, community heritage journalism, independent media, South Western Sydney media</media:keywords>
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<title>Australia’s Local News Publishers Convene in South Australia for LINA Summit</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/australias-local-news-publishers-convene-in-south-australia-for-lina-summit</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/australias-local-news-publishers-convene-in-south-australia-for-lina-summit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Independent news publishers from across Australia gathered in Murray Bridge for the LINA Summit, focusing on sustainability, innovation and community-driven journalism. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:17:04 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Australia local news, LINA Summit, independent publishers Australia, Murray Bridge News, Claire Stuchbery, Peri Strathearn, journalism sustainability, media innovation</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>Police Launches Nationwide Stop&#45;and&#45;Search Blitz Ahead of Easter Holidays</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/police-launches-nationwide-stop-and-search-blitz-ahead-of-easter-holidays</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/police-launches-nationwide-stop-and-search-blitz-ahead-of-easter-holidays</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe Republic Police Commissioner-General S. Mutamba announces an intensive security operation targeting unregistered vehicles, drug traffickers, and unlicensed liquor outlets ahead of the 2026 Easter and Independence Day celebrations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:53:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Republic Police, ZRP, Commissioner-General Mutamba, road safety Zimbabwe, stop and search blitz, Easter holiday security, Zimbabwe Independence Day 2026, drug trafficking Zimbabwe, mushikashika crackdown, Liquor Act Zimbabwe</media:keywords>
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<title>ActionSA’s Dereleen James Files Criminal Charges Against Gayton McKenzie Over Alleged Cartel Intimidation</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/actionsas-dereleen-james-files-criminal-charges-against-gayton-mckenzie-over-alleged-cartel-intimidation</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/actionsas-dereleen-james-files-criminal-charges-against-gayton-mckenzie-over-alleged-cartel-intimidation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ActionSA Member of Parliament Dereleen James has formally laid criminal charges against South African Minister Gayton McKenzie, alleging a campaign of intimidation following her investigation into purported ties between Patriotic Alliance leadership and the &quot;Big 5&quot; drug cartel. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:46:12 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ActionSA, Dereleen James, Gayton McKenzie, Patriotic Alliance, Katiso Molefe, Big 5 cartel, Cape Town Central Police Station, South Africa politics, criminal charges</media:keywords>
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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>ZDVI Demands Cancellation of Constitutional Amendment Hearings Over Exclusion Concerns</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zdvi-demands-cancellation-of-constitutional-amendment-hearings-over-exclusion-concerns</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zdvi-demands-cancellation-of-constitutional-amendment-hearings-over-exclusion-concerns</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative has called for the immediate rescheduling of public hearings regarding Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3, alleging that the current process systematically excludes millions of overseas citizens and rural voters. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:05:31 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe, Constitutional Amendment Number 3 Bill, Diaspora Vote, public hearings, electoral reform, Padmore Kufa, Zimbabwe Parliament, rural voter exclusion</media:keywords>
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<title>U.S. Threatens Broadcasters Over Middle East War Coverage</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/us-threatening-broadcasters-over-middle-east-war-coverage</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/us-threatening-broadcasters-over-middle-east-war-coverage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warns U.S. broadcasters of potential license revocation following President Trump’s criticism of Middle East conflict reporting, citing public interest obligations and news distortions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:24:25 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>FCC, Brendan Carr, Donald Trump, broadcast license, media regulation, Middle East war, news distortion, press freedom, Saudi Arabia tanker incident, federal communications commission, Patrick Brischetto, NewsWorld</media:keywords>
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<title>Maponga Hospitalised After Head&#45;On Collision Along Bulawayo Road</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/maponga-hospitalised-after-head-on-collision-along-bulawayo-road</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/maponga-hospitalised-after-head-on-collision-along-bulawayo-road</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Prominent Zimbabwean philosopher and motivational speaker Joshua Maponga survives serious head-on car accident on Bulawayo Road, hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:13:03 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Joshua Maponga, Joshua Maponga accident, Joshua Maponga car crash, Joshua Maponga hospitalised, head-on collision Bulawayo Road, Zimbabwe accident, Pan-Africanist scholar accident, Joshua Maponga survives crash, Zimbabwe road traffic incident, Maponga Facebook post, motivational speaker Zimbabwe, ZimEye Joshua Maponga, Gambakwe Media breaking news, serious road accident Zimbabwe March 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran Closure of Strait of Hormuz: De Facto Sanctions on US &amp;amp; World After 40+ Years?</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/iran-closure-of-strait-of-hormuz-de-facto-sanctions-on-us-world-after-40-years</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/iran-closure-of-strait-of-hormuz-de-facto-sanctions-on-us-world-after-40-years</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iran blocks Strait of Hormuz amid US-Israel war, halting one-fifth of global oil flows and imposing de facto sanctions on the US and allies after decades of American sanctions. Oil prices surge toward $200/barrel as 400M barrels released from reserves. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:57:21 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Strait of Hormuz closure, Iran sanctions US, Iran blocks oil transit, US-Israel war Iran 2026, global oil crisis 2026, $200 oil price, IRGC Hormuz warning, de facto sanctions Iran, oil supply disruption, Strait of Hormuz blockade, Middle East conflict oil, emergency oil reserves IEA, fertiliser supply crisis, global energy security, Trump Strait of Hormuz</media:keywords>
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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>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/residents-welcome-zupco-bus-deployment-in-gweru-suburbs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:53:37 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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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>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/sai-mart-workers-pay-the-price-us8000-stock-loss-hits-lowest-paid-staff</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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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>Police Launch Nationwide Crackdown On Plateless Vehicles &amp;amp; Illegal Sirens</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/police-launch-nationwide-crackdown-on-plateless-vehicles-illegal-sirens</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/police-launch-nationwide-crackdown-on-plateless-vehicles-illegal-sirens</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zimbabwe Republic Police have initiated a countrywide operation targeting vehicles without registration plates and those fitted with unauthorized gadgets such as blue lights and sirens to curb rising criminal activities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 02:03:01 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Republic Police, ZRP operation, plateless vehicles, illegal sirens, blue lights Zimbabwe, road safety, vehicle registration, police crackdown, traffic violations, impounded vehicles</media:keywords>
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<title>Mberengwa 19&#45;Year&#45;Old Man Decapitated By Goods Train</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/mberengwa-19-year-old-man-decapitated-by-train</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mberengwa-19-year-old-man-decapitated-by-train</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A 19-year-old man, Author Nkiwani, was killed after being run over by a goods train in Mberengwa, prompting Zimbabwe Republic Police to issue a public safety warning regarding railway tracks. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:23:13 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Republic Police, Mberengwa train accident, Author Nkiwani, ZRP Midlands, Donald Tachiona, railway safety, sudden death Zimbabwe, Village Chatira, Chief Mataruse</media:keywords>
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<title>Zimbabwe Diaspora Group Calls for Parliamentary Walkout Over Constitutional Amendment Bill</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-diaspora-group-calls-for-parliamentary-walkout-over-constitutional-amendment-bill</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-diaspora-group-calls-for-parliamentary-walkout-over-constitutional-amendment-bill</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative is calling for &quot;people-centered&quot; legislators to withdraw from parliamentary proceedings if the Speaker attempts to bypass a national referendum on term limit extensions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:11:25 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Constitution, Amendment Bill Number 3, Diaspora Vote Initiative, term limits, Zimbabwe Parliament, Pupurai Togarepi, referendum, Zimbabwe political crisis</media:keywords>
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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>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mbizo-legislator-raises-alarm-over-nssas-uniform-pensions-as-retirees-face-financial-strain</guid>
<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>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NSSA pensions Zimbabwe, Corban Madzivanyika, Zimbabwe pension crisis, NSSA minimum pension USD70, Zimbabwe retirees income, Parliament pension debate Zimbabwe, Mercy Dinha NSSA response, pension reforms Zimbabwe, social security Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe retirement income</media:keywords>
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<title>ZRP Midlands Introduces Body Cameras, Relaunches Client Service Charter</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zrp-midlands-introduces-bodycams-relaunches-client-service-charter</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zrp-midlands-introduces-bodycams-relaunches-client-service-charter</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Commissioner Patson Nyabadza spearheaded the 2026 reinvigoration of the Zimbabwe Republic Police Client Service Charter in Midlands Province, introducing body-worn cameras and strict professionalism standards to rebuild public trust and enhance community safety. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:41:21 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Republic Police, ZRP Midlands, Client Service Charter, Commissioner Patson Nyabadza, police accountability, body-worn cameras, community policing, Midlands Province, Vision 2030, Zimbabwe law enforcement, police professionalism</media:keywords>
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<title>Zimbabwe Journalist Madzikatidze to Spend a Month in Pre&#45;trial Detention</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-journalist-madzikatidze-to-spend-a-month-in-pre-trial-detention</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-journalist-madzikatidze-to-spend-a-month-in-pre-trial-detention</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwean journalist Gideon Madzikatidze was denied bail on March 2, 2026, remanded in custody until March 17 over cyberbullying and unlicensed broadcasting charges related to reporting on alleged corruption at Geo Pomona Waste Management. MISA highlights press freedom concerns in Harare court ruling. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:19:51 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gideon Madzikatidze, journalist Zimbabwe, denied bail, Harare magistrate Ruth Moyo, MISA statement, Bulawayo24 News, cyberbullying charge, Broadcasting Services Act, Geo Pomona Waste Management, corruption allegations, press freedom Zimbabwe, media violations Southern Africa, investigative journalism, Harare Magistrates Court, remanded custody March 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Diaspora Sends a Letter to President Mnangagwa on Voting Rights and Term Extension</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-diaspora-group-challenges-president-mnangagwa-over-constitutional-amendment-no-3-and-voting-rights</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-diaspora-group-challenges-president-mnangagwa-over-constitutional-amendment-no-3-and-voting-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative (ZDVI) has issued an open letter to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, arguing that Constitutional Amendment Number 3, which proposes extending terms of office, is legally invalid without a national referendum. The group urges the government to prioritize amending the Electoral Act to enable diaspora voting over costly constitutional changes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:12:49 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe, Diaspora Vote, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Constitutional Amendment Number 3, Referendum, Electoral Act, ZDVI, Zimbabwe Politics, Term Lengthening, Section 67 Constitution, Rosewiter Mangiroza, Padmore Kufa</media:keywords>
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<title>VISET/GRRA Reignite Unpaid Care Work Recognition Debate in Gweru</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/visetgrra-reignite-unpaid-care-work-recognition-debate-in-gweru</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/visetgrra-reignite-unpaid-care-work-recognition-debate-in-gweru</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Vendors Initiative for Social and Economic Transformation (VISET) and Gweru Residents and Ratepayers Association (GRRA) recently convened in Gweru to advocate for the formal recognition of unpaid care work. The meeting addressed the economic burden on women and persons with disabilities, calling for gender-sensitive budgeting, social protection and the implementation of the 5Rs framework to redistribute care duties within the national policy and infrastructure. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 02:38:23 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>unpaid care work, VISET, GRRA, Gweru, Zimbabwe, gender equality, social protection, 5Rs framework, care economy, women&#039;s rights, disability rights, health infrastructure, policy reform, gender-sensitive budgeting, economic development, paternity leave, community advocacy, local governance</media:keywords>
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<title>Zimbabwe Government Mandates Service Delivery Standards for 2026 Road Rehabilitation</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-government-mandates-service-delivery-standards-for-2026-road-rehabilitation</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwe-government-mandates-service-delivery-standards-for-2026-road-rehabilitation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Local Government and Public Works has announced the implementation of mandatory minimum service delivery standards and enhanced Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to address deteriorating infrastructure in Gweru. Following a parliamentary inquiry by Mkoba South MP, Hon. John Kuka regarding the state of Bristol and Matopo Roads, Deputy Minister Albert Mavunga confirmed that central government will now enforce specific mileage benchmarks for local authorities, while encouraging engagement with private entities like Unki Mine to bridge funding gaps. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe, Parliament, Ministry of Local Government, road rehabilitation, Gweru, Hon. Kuka, Albert Mavunga, service delivery standards, Public-Private Partnerships, infrastructure, Unki Mine, Mkoba South, 2026 budget</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran’s Supreme Khamenei Leader Killed Amidst Massive U.S.&#45;Israeli Military Offensive</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/irans-supreme-khamenei-leader-killed-amidst-massive-us-israeli-military-offensive</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/irans-supreme-khamenei-leader-killed-amidst-massive-us-israeli-military-offensive</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The confrontation between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran has reached its most critical juncture since the 1979 Revolution. Following the collapse of high-stakes nuclear negotiations in Geneva in late February 2026, the United States and Israel initiated &quot;Operation Epic Fury&quot; on February 28, 2026. The strikes have resulted in a profound shift in regional power dynamics, most notably with the confirmed death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In response, Tehran has launched retaliatory missile and drone barrages across the Middle East, striking U.S. military assets and cities in the Persian Gulf. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:10:43 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Operation Epic Fury, U.S.-Iran War 2026, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Tehran airstrikes, nuclear enrichment, Strait of Hormuz closure, Persian Gulf security, ballistic missile retaliation, Middle East geopolitics, regime change, JCPOA collapse, global oil supply, Israeli-U.S. joint operations, IRGC, economic sanctions.</media:keywords>
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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>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-declares-zero-tolerance-on-drugs-within-military-ranks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 06:31:11 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>ZDVI Denounces Linking Diaspora Vote to Presidential Term Extension Bill</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zdvi-denounces-linking-diaspora-vote-to-constitutional-amendment-bill-no-3</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/zdvi-denounces-linking-diaspora-vote-to-constitutional-amendment-bill-no-3</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative (ZDVI) says the diaspora voting rights are already enshrined in Section 67 of the Constitution and do not require the passage of Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3. The organization opposes &quot;unprocedural&quot; amendments seeking to extend term limits and asserts that any such changes must be decided by a national referendum that includes the diaspora. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 01:50:23 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe, Diaspora Vote, ZDVI, Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, Section 67, Electoral Act, Ziyambi Ziyambi, Term Limits, Referendum, Padmore Kufa</media:keywords>
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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>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/mnangagwa-commissions-new-generation-of-military-leaders</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:34:26 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>U.S. Cuts Health Funding to Zimbabwe After America First &amp;apos;Aid for Minerals&amp;apos; Fallout</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/us-cuts-health-funding-to-zimbabwe-after-america-first-aid-for-minerals-fallout</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/us-cuts-health-funding-to-zimbabwe-after-america-first-aid-for-minerals-fallout</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The United States has initiated a withdrawal of health assistance from Zimbabwe following the collapse of a $367 million &quot;America First&quot; funding framework due to irreconcilable demands regarding strategic mineral access and health data sovereignty. Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana defended the termination as a necessary move to protect national resources and biological data from an asymmetrical, extractive diplomatic arrangement. This shift marks a definitive stand for resource nationalism, leaving a significant funding gap for 1.2 million citizens currently receiving HIV treatment. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:52:11 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe health aid, America First framework, U.S. Zimbabwe relations, resource sovereignty, Nick Mangwana, strategic minerals, lithium diplomacy, PEPFAR Zimbabwe, health data sovereignty, medical assistance withdrawal, U.S. Embassy Harare, diplomatic analysis, Africa mineral rights, WHO PABS framework, extractive diplomacy</media:keywords>
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<title>Senior Reporter Suspended Over ZBC &amp;quot;Missing Millions&amp;quot; Story, Internal Probe Hinted</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/senior-reporter-suspended-as-zimbabwe-independent-retracts-zbc-missing-millions-story</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/senior-reporter-suspended-as-zimbabwe-independent-retracts-zbc-missing-millions-story</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zimbabwe Independent has suspended senior reporter Freeman Makopa following the retraction of a controversial story alleging that US$52 million in ZBC license fee revenue was missing, reports say. The move follows a formal apology to President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the ZBC board. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Independent, Freeman Makopa, ZBC license fees, media suspension, US$52 million scandal, Helliate Rushwaya, Jenfan Muswere, Alpha Media Holdings, Zimbabwe media ethics, ZBC board investigation, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, media retraction, political power struggles Zimbabwe, Faith Zaba, ZBC broadcasting audit 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Apology and Fallout: Zimbabwe Independent Retreats as ZBC “Missing Millions” Storm Collides with State Power</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/apology-and-fallout-zimbabwe-independent-retreats-as-zbc-missing-millions-storm-collides-with-state-power</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/apology-and-fallout-zimbabwe-independent-retreats-as-zbc-missing-millions-storm-collides-with-state-power</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe Independent issued an unequivocal apology after falsely reporting that US$52 million in license-fee revenue was missing at the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC). The government rejected the claims as fabricated, clarified no forensic audit was warranted and confirmed a routine audit is scheduled for March 2026 as the controversy unfolds amid leadership disputes, media-government tensions and increasing legal pressure on independent journalism in Zimbabwe. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 06:09:23 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Harry Taruva</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Independent apology, ZBC scandal, $52 million missing funds claim, Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation audit, Helliate Rushwaya, Faith Zaba, Emmerson Mnangagwa, Blessed Mhlanga, Ruvheneko Parirenywatwa, government response, Jenfan Muswere reassignment, media crackdown Zimbabwe, Alpha Media Holdings AMH, Cyber and Data Protection Act Zimbabwe, media freedom Zimbabwe, HStv journalists arrests, Reason Wafawarova analysis, Zimbabwe media legal pressure</media:keywords>
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<title>Government Deals With Individuals Not Institutions, Agric Deputy Minister Says on PWDs Farming Inputs</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/government-deals-individual-not-institutions-agric-deputy-minister-haritatos-says-on-pwds-farming-inputs</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/government-deals-individual-not-institutions-agric-deputy-minister-haritatos-says-on-pwds-farming-inputs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe&#039;s Deputy Agriculture Minister Vangelis Haritatos explains that Pfumvudza/Intwasa agricultural inputs go to vulnerable individuals, including those with disabilities, rather than organisations like Mudavanhu, ZIMCARE Trust and Jairos Jiri. Responding to MPs in Parliament, he committed to alerting Agritex for targeted training to enhance productivity and ensure no one is left behind under Vision 2030. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 05:47:49 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe Pfumvudza, Intwasa programme, persons with disabilities Zimbabwe, agricultural inputs PWDs, Deputy Minister Haritatos, Mudavanhu Zimbabwe, ZIMCARE Trust, Jairos Jiri Association, Parliament Zimbabwe debate, food security disabled persons, AGRITEX extension services, Vision 2030 Zimbabwe, vulnerable households farming, climate-smart agriculture Zimbabwe, Presidential Input Programme</media:keywords>
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<title>ZRP Midlands Reaffirms Commitment to Service Excellence Ahead of Provincial Charter Re&#45;launch</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/police</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/police</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Midlands Province reaffirms its commitment to delivering efficient and quality public services through the re-launched Client Service Charter. The initiative clarifies how the public can report crime, raise concerns, and access police services, while outlining complaint escalation procedures and communication channels, including a provincial WhatsApp line. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 02:45:37 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ZRP Midlands, Zimbabwe Republic Police, Client Service Charter, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, Gokwe re-launch 2026, Zimbabwe police reporting, Gweru Urban police, Kwekwe police district, ZRP WhatsApp number, Commissioner General Stephen Mutamba, Midlands Province, Gokwe Centre, Gweru, Kwekwe, Zvishavane</media:keywords>
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<title>Prisons Chief Outlines Five&#45;Year Development Plan for Midlands Correctional Service</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/prisons-chief-outlines-five-year-development-plan-for-midlands-correctional-facilities</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/prisons-chief-outlines-five-year-development-plan-for-midlands-correctional-facilities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ZPCS Midlands has finalized its 2026–2030 Provincial Strategic Plan. Chaired by Commissioner Somemore Gate, the roadmap prioritizes industrial production, agribusiness and infrastructure development at the Whawha Complex. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:47:23 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ZPCS Midlands, Strategic Plan 2026-2030, Zimbabwe Prisons, Commissioner Somemore Gate, NDS2, Vision 2030, Whawha Complex, Inmate Rehabilitation, Confartex Bakery, Riverdale Recreational Park, Correctional Agribusiness, Superintendent Taisoni Manatsa, Provincial Planning, Zimbabwe Infrastructure, Vocational Training</media:keywords>
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<title>Government to Target Mining Trucks with New Weighbridges to Save Roads</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/government-to-target-mining-trucks-with-new-weighbridges-to-save-midlands-roads</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/government-to-target-mining-trucks-with-new-weighbridges-to-save-midlands-roads</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zimbabwe government plans new weighbridges to fine overloaded mining trucks and save roads from damage. Parliament debate on Matobo-Gweru Road rehab under ERRP2, congestion fixes, and mining accountability. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:33:12 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>weighbridges Zimbabwe, mining trucks overload, Midlands roads rehabilitation, overloaded trucks fines, Matobo-Gweru Road, ERRP2 Zimbabwe, Felix Mhona transport Secondary: Hon John Kuka Mkoba South, Shakespear Hamauswa Warren Park, mining companies accountability, Gweru roundabout congestion, Zimbabwe road damage, heavy vehicles infrastructure, Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme</media:keywords>
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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>Over 2.3 Million Zimbabwean Youths Idle as Vocational Centres Struggle</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/over-23-million-zimbabwean-youths-idle-as-vocational-centres-struggle</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/over-23-million-zimbabwean-youths-idle-as-vocational-centres-struggle</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A parliamentary inquiry has revealed a staggering crisis in Zimbabwe, with over 2.3 million youth currently not in employment, education, or training. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:28:26 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Zimbabwe youth unemployment, Vocational Training Centres Zimbabwe, VTC funding crisis, Hon. Mutsawashe Carl Ziyambi, Zimbabwe Ministry of Youth, Vision 2030 Zimbabwe, NEET youth statistics 2025, Zimbabwe Labour Force Survey, youth empowerment Zimbabwe, drug abuse prevention</media:keywords>
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<title>Vocational Training Centres Operating from Old Beer&#45;halls and Refugee Camps, Parliament Report Says</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/vocational-training-centres-operating-from-old-beer-halls-and-refugee-camps-parliament-report-says</link>
<guid>https://news.hericommedia.com/vocational-training-centres-operating-from-old-beer-halls-and-refugee-camps-parliament-report-says</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A parliamentary report reveals a &quot;crisis&quot; in Zimbabwe’s Vocational Training Centres (VTCs), with students learning in repurposed beer halls and refugee camps. Facing severe funding shortages, obsolete curricula, and a 27% staff vacancy rate, the Portfolio Committee on Youth Empowerment is calling for urgent government intervention to modernize facilities and lower tuition fees to save the future of over 2.3 million idle youths. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:24:55 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
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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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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:25:15 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>Drowning Deaths Double in Midlands, Police Raise Alarm</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/drowning-deaths-more-than-double-in-midlands-as-police-raise-alarm</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Drowning deaths in Zimbabwe’s Midlands Province have doubled to 37 since the start of the 2025/26 rainy season, with police urging residents to prioritise flood and road safety. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:06:01 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
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<title>ZiG$1.3million CDF Solar Boreholes for Thirsty Gweru Urban Residents</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/five-zig13million-cdf-solar-boreholes-for-thirsty-gweru-urban-residents</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Gweru Urban MP Dr. Josiah Makombe commissioned five solar-powered boreholes funded by the Constituency Development Fund to ease persistent water shortages in the city. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:28:16 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
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<title>Midlands Minister Ncube Donates Wheelchair, US$500 and Bursary to Learner with Disability</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/midlands-minister-ncube-donates-wheelchair-us500-and-bursary-to-learner-with-disability-1548</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Midlands Provincial Minister Honourable Owen “Mudha” Ncube has donated a new wheelchair, US$500, and a full educational bursary to Precious Phiri, a Form One learner with a disability at Mambo High School in Gweru. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:08:43 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Midlands Provincial Minister Honourable Owen “Mudha” Ncube has donated a new wheelchair, US$500, and a full educational bursary to Precious Phiri, a Form One learner with a disability at Mambo High School in Gweru</media:keywords>
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<title>NPAZ Senior Management Undergoes Disability Awareness Training</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/npaz-senior-management-undergoes-disability-awareness-training-as-calls-grow-for-justice-system-reform</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Senior management at the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) recently participated in a disability awareness training program in Harare. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:38:59 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Dumisani Ndlovu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>NPAZ, National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe, disability awareness training, justice delivery system Zimbabwe, disability inclusion, Chris Mutangadura, Loice Matanda-Moyo, Vision 2030 Zimbabwe, legal accessibility PWDs, Zimbabwe justice system news</media:keywords>
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<title>Zimbabwean Journalist Arrested for Conducting Community Interviews</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/zimbabwean-journalist-arrested-for-conducting-community-interviews</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 03:30:06 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</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>
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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>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>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>
<media:keywords>ZIMSEC examination fees 2026, Zimbabwe education news, June 2026 O-Level fees, A-Level exam costs, Zimbabwe, ZIMSEC fee increase, Zimbabwe school subsidies, ZIMSEC Finance Circular 2 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Gweru Ends Leadership Limbo, Churu Appointed Substantive TC</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/gweru-ends-leadership-limbo-churu-appointed-substantive-tc</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Gweru City Council officially appoints Livingston Churu as substantive Town Clerk. After three years in an acting capacity, Churu&#039;s appointment is welcomed by resident groups seeking stability and improved service delivery in Zimbabwe&#039;s third-largest city. On January 22, 2026, the City of Gweru confirmed Livingston Churu as its substantive Town Clerk, ending a three-year leadership transition. Churu, formerly the Director of Finance, had been acting in the role since February 2023. His appointment followed a rigorous multi-stage interview process involving the Local Government Board. Both the Gweru Residents and Ratepayers Association (GRRA) and local group Gweru 054 have expressed optimism, citing Churu’s existing knowledge of the city&#039;s infrastructure challenges and financial needs as a &quot;blessing&quot; for administrative continuity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:52:55 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Delicious Mathuthu</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Gweru Town Clerk, Livingston Churu, Zimbabwe local government, Gweru City Council, Gweru service delivery, Gweru Residents and Ratepayers Association, GRRA, Local Government Board Zimbabwe, Gweru news 2026</media:keywords>
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<title>Dorset Community Applauds MP Mhuri for Intervention on ECD Closures</title>
<link>https://news.hericommedia.com/dorset-community-applauds-mp-for-intervention-on-ecd-closures</link>
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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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