African countries should assert their resource ownership – President
Lincoln Towindo in Maun, Botswana AFRICAN countries should assert ownership of their natural resource endowments and always take a firm stance when negotiating with foreigners seeking to invest in their…
COMMENT: Journalists should report responsibly on Gukurahundi
ZIMBABWEAN journalists were on Thursday urged to help resolve and not incite conflict when reporting on the Gukurahundi issue. Addressing journalists attending a two-day sensitisation workshop on the Gukurahundi hearings…
15 years dancing to the African beat
Mthabisi Tshuma, [email protected] IF you ever hear the sound of drums, claps and chants coming from Matshobana, a humble suburb in Bulawayo, you are in for a treat. That is…
Zimbabwe swimming hopes on mother, sons’ shoulders
Innocent Kurira, [email protected] THE Cyprianos family has made a name for itself in the Zimbabwean swimming community. The family has produced swimmers that have been making waves in the pool…
Do not preempt brave futures
Stephen Mpofu, Perspective A GOVERNMENT report to the effect that more than 10 000 children are not going to school for lack of money to pay school fees among other…
The Bulawayo Room, Zimbabwe’s most exclusive lounge
Leonard Ncube, [email protected] THE Victoria Falls Hotel is more than just a place to stay. It is a historical landmark that tells the story of Zimbabwe and its people. Built in…
Minister commissions Mpilo Central Hospital MRI scan
Thandeka Moyo-Ndlovu, [email protected] ZIMBABWE’S public health system is set to improve with the introduction of a new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan at Mpilo Central Hospital in Bulawayo, the country’s second…
One dream unites 100 women
Flora Fadzai Sibanda, [email protected] AS a young girl, Moreblessings Tanyanyiwa (23) witnessed the struggles of women in Kessington, Bulawayo. She saw how they lacked opportunities, resources and support to achieve…
General indicators of distress in children
Fredrick Qaphelani Mabikwa In my previous piece, “Unpacking Child Protection,” I delved into the myriad issues plaguing children, causing them pain and discomfort. Now, I aim to shed light on…
BCC shuts down 5th Avenue marketplace
Nqobile Tshili, [email protected] THE Bulawayo City Council has decided to temporarily close 5th Avenue for vending activities as it plans to create 500 vending bays in the area and allow smooth…











