adminGovt streamlines taxes on tourism
ENVIRONMENT, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu says his ministry has facilitated streamlining of some taxes levied on the industry players as the Government moved to ensure a competitive domestic tourism industry in the region and globally.
16 Days of Activism – Zim creates safe, empowering spaces for women and girls
Zimbabwe kicked off commemorations to mark the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence on November 25 with a launch of the Epworth Safe Market Space and One Stop Centre, which aims to facilitate women’s economic empowerment, leadership and security within public spaces by advancing zero tolerance to all forms of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).
Mine robberies continue to rise
Police have expressed concern over an increase in armed robbery cases at mining sites where criminals are targeting artisanal miners and individuals who are keeping large amounts of cash and gold ore.
City firemen trek to Middle East
BRAIN drain and lack of resources have left Harare City Council’s fire department in intensive care amid reports that over 125 fire fighters have this year left for oil companies in the Middle East while the department now runs with one fully-functional fire engine.
Covid-19 deaths cross 4 700
Deaths attributable to Covid-19 in Zimbabwe crossed the 4 700 barrier on Tuesday to reach 4 703 with the recording in the statistics of the latest four confirmed Covid-19 deaths, and at the moment the seven-day average for new confirmed infections is running just under 30, so Covid-19 is still with us.
Zim sneak last-gasp win in thriller
TAIL-ENDERS Francisca Chipare and Nomvelo Sibanda held their nerve to help Zimbabwe over the line in a tense one-wicket win over USA in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier match at Takashinga Sports Club yesterday.
Sports Ministry allocated $7,8bn
THE Government has said investment in sports and recreation facilities was key in harnessing the abundant talent that lies throughout the country.
All four English clubs qualify with game to spare
All four English clubs are through to the knockout stage of the Champions League with a game to spare after another entertaining week of action.
Namibia to destroy expired vaccines
Namibia has warned that more than 268 000 doses of AstraZeneca and Pfizer Covid-19 vaccines are at risk of being destroyed, some as early as next week, due to a slow uptake by citizens.