adminMDC: Building a war psychosis
In the early eighties I had a friend who worked in the security establishment. He was in charge of VIP protection. One day he was tasked to ensure a VVIP was transported to Kushinga-Pikhelela, transported safe and sound. And because the VVIP was pressed for time, my security friend raised the Airforce of Zimbabwe for a helicopter. A while after the request, the Airforce phoned back to regret that the helicopter meant to ferry the VVIP had developed a technical fault and thus would not be available for the trip.
Nkulumane murder: victim’s family threatens to dump body
Temba Dube
Sungura from across Limpopo set to thrill
Bongani Ndlovu
SOUTH African-based sungura music group, Africa Super Sounds, are set to perform in Bulawayo tomorrow, with the group promising fireworks and a show to remember.
President applauds ZRP for maintaining stability
Harare Bureau
PRESIDENT Mugabe has lauded the Zimbabwe Republic Police for ensuring the country enjoys peace and stability saying he had confidence in the force’s ability to deal with political violence during national events such as elections.
Manager suspended over ghost workers
Midlands Correspondent
SHURUGWI-based platinum mine, Unki Mines, has reportedly suspended its senior human resources manager over allegations of paying ghost workers and prejudicing the employer of thousands of dollars.
Cotton farmers, buyers impasse continues
A meeting between cotton farmers and merchants ended in a deadlock on Tuesday as ginners refused to accede to demands to move the producer price upwards, plunging the selling season into uncertainty.
Magwegwe High School wins Zone A COPA Coca-Cola cluster competition
Mbonisi Mabhena
MAGWEGWE High School Under-16 boys’ team beat Amhlophe High School 2-0 in a Zone A COPA Coca-Cola final that was played at St Bernard’s High School in Pumula on Wednesday.
Poacher under police guard in hospital
Chronicle Reporter
THE Zambian man who was recently shot by Zimbabwe National Parks and Wildlife Authority game rangers while allegedly poaching and is accused of killing 11 elephants valued at about $1,1 million in Hwange National Park has appeared in court.
Cabinet approves national policy framework on peace
Harare Bureau
CABINET has approved a national policy framework that is expected to guide and direct national healing, reconciliation and peace building efforts in Zimbabwe.
Nobody’s Fault But Mine hits Masvingo streets
Walter Mswazie
MASVINGO-based budding gospel artiste Rudd Rimayi has released a single with a full album set to hit the streets before the year ends.