adminNational hero Moyo’s burial set for today
Acting President Kembo Mohadi says youths must emulate the gallantry and dedication exhibited by national hero, Brigadier-General Collin Moyo (Retired), who gave his all for the country’s independence, but sadly passed on last Friday when the country had started a new “war” towards economic development.
Two Gweru bodies retrieved, search continues
Two bodies of the six people who were swept away on Sunday while crossing a flooded Gweru River in the Midlands Province, were yesterday retrieved from the vehicle.
Covid-19-hit JSC mulls virtual courts
At least 31 members of the Judiciary, with two of them in critical condition, have been hit by coronavirus, prompting the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to plan on establishing virtual courts.
Movement of corpses clarified
Bodies can be buried outside the city or town of death, and repatriation of Zimbabweans for burial will continue, but under strict health protocols, Government clarified yesterday.
More people, vehicles violate lockdown rules
More people and vehicles are flouting Covid-19 lockdown rules as evidenced by a flurry of movements in residential areas and the Harare central business district.
Forex auction resumes
THE Foreign Currency Auction Trading System resumes today after the festive season break amid expectations the exchange rate will have less pressure as demand for forex is traditionally low during this time of the year.
SA closes border to general traffic
South Africa will close its borders to general passenger traffic for the next two weeks to contain the spread of a new strain of Covid-19.
Pandemic claims 21 more lives
Zimbabwe reported 21 more Covid-19 deaths and 820 new cases yesterday as the pandemic continues to tear across the country.
Zanu PF intensifies Covid-19 fight
The ruling Zanu PF has abandoned conventional political functions in line with the Ministry of Health and Child Care and World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines to reduce the spread of Covid-19 in keeping with Level Four lockdown measures.
Editorial Comment: Don’t chance crossing flooded rivers
At least 13 people have been swept away and drowned as they try and cross flooded rivers in the past few days, despite continued warnings from everyone that this is highly dangerous.