adminMDC-T members in surprise appearance at Zanu-PF rally
Victoria Falls Reporter
TWO MDC-T members on Sunday surprised many when they turned up at a Zanu-PF rally which was being addressed by the Member of Parliament for Umguza, Dr Obert Mpofu.
The two are the Member of Parliament for Hwange Central, Mr Brian Tshuma and the Hwange Rural District Council chairperson, Councillor Cosmas Kaboloma Ndlovu.
The rally was held at Dinde Shopping Centre in Hwange Central Constituency.Ministry short of $45 million to complete PSIP projects
Diana Muringisi
THE Ministry of Public Works requires about $45 million to complete some of the 550 Government projects under the Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP).
Work on the projects has been on a standstill for the past 15 years.
Minister of Public Works Joel Gabuza Gabbuza said that an audit by his ministry revealed that 106 projects were almost 60 percent complete and require $45 million to be completed by the end of the year.Pump breakdowns affect Tshikwalakwala irrigation scheme
Mashudu Netsianda
A SERIOUS shortage of water has hit Tshikwalakwala irrigation scheme in Beitbridge District due to a breakdown of pumps.
The latest development has forced farmers to reduce hectarage under crops.
The irrigation scheme has a total of 65 ha with 120 plot holders and only 23 hectares have been planted.EDITORIAL COMMENT: Speed up setting of one-stop border post
CONGESTION at Beitbridge Border Post, the busiest inland port of entry in Sub-Saharan Africa, has over the years been a cause for concern especially during peak periods such as public…
Modu Engineering in expansion drive
Business Reporter
A BULAWAYO company, Modu Engineering, has purchased a high volume vacuum and jetting truck to expand its operations of emptying septic tanks in the city.
Co-operatives best model: Nyoni
Prosper Ndlovu
THE small to medium enterprises sector continues to grow and create more employment opportunities for ordinary Zimbabweans despite the economic challenges facing the country, a senior Government official has said.
Speaking during the launch of the third First Choice Wholesale at Siyaphambili Co-operative Union in Gwanda, Matabeleland South on Friday,Companies seek ISO certification
Business ReporterTHE Standards Association of Zimbabwe (SAZ) says more local companies are seeking International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) certification as they seek to penetrate regional and international markets.
Willard Khumalo demands dues
Sikhumbuzo Moyo
SUSPENDED FC Strikers coach and Highlanders legend Willard Khumalo has written a letter to his employers demanding his outstanding dues amid reports that a players’ crisis at the club was averted at the last minute this past weekend.
Sources close to the Beitbridge-based Zifa Central Region Division One side told Chronicle Sport that when news of the suspension of Khumalo filtered through, a total of eight players from Bulawayo who were recruited by the former Warriors midfielder threatened to walk out of the club unless they too, were paid their outstanding dues.Last Express store closes
Victoria Falls Reporter
LEADING clothing retailer Edgars has closed its last Express branded store in the country with the opening of a Jet outlet in Victoria Falls.
The chain now has 14 Jet branches countrywide.Rocks ready for new season
Walter Mswazie
MASVINGO-BASED cricket franchise side Southern Rocks says they are prepared for the new season which starts this Saturday.
The chairman, Graham Phillips, said the new-look team was ready to compete with the best in the land. He said fans should expect fireworks from the Brian Vhitori-led side.
David Houghton is the substantive coach after the team decided not to give the previous coach another contract.