New Year’s Traditions Around the World for Good Fortune in 2024
New Year’s Eve is a global celebration of unique traditions and customs. As 2024 approaches, people worldwide prepare to usher in the new year with practices that bring good luck, prosperity, and happiness. These traditions reflect a rich tapestry of cultural beliefs and practices, from eating specific foods to engaging in particular activities.
Floods kill dozens, trap thousands in Somalia
People are losing their homes, livestock and farmland to the flooding in the Horn of Africa.
Fake US$ transaction backfires
THREE suspected fraudsters were yesterday arrested in Harare after they attempted to buy two iPhone 14 Pro Max cellphones using fake US$50 banknotes.
Govt in joint national assessment of schools
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is this week conducting a joint assessment of operations in schools which started on Wednesday, ministry spokesperson Mr Taungana Ndoro has said.
Let’s foster problem-solving culture: Mavima
The drug and substance abuse menace should be tamed as it’s affecting the mindset of the youth, Skills Audit and Development Minister Professor Paul Mavima has said.
Egypt sends 96 more aid trucks to Gaza via Rafah crossing
Egypt sent on Thursday a convoy of 96 trucks carrying humanitarian aid via the Rafah border crossing to the besieged Palestinian Gaza Strip after inspection by the Israeli side, an Egyptian source said on condition of anonymity.
Chivi RDC to seal smart city deal
Chivi Rural District Council is close to sealing a multi-million-dollar deal with a private firm, contributing 20 hectares of land for its share, to develop a smart city at Chibi Turn-Off Business Centre, along the Harare-Masvingo-Beitbridge highway.
China to assist in Special Economic Zones setup
ZIMBABWE has clinched co-operation agreements with Chinese investors at the ongoing 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) to assist in setting up special economic zones.
SA turns to army in nationwide clampdown on illegal mining
As many as 3 300 army personnel will take part in an ‘intensified’ operation to curb illegal mining across South Africa.
Marseille v Lyon rescheduled game returns to Marseille
The Ligue 1 clash between Olympique de Marseille and Olympique Lyonnais, rescheduled for December 6 after being postponed due to an attack on the Lyon team bus, will be played at Marseille’s Stade Velodrome, the French League said yesterday.







