The five year journey to Bulawayo’s new maternity home
Flora Fadzai Sibanda, [email protected] FIVE years ago, Dr Robert Nyajena embarked on a mission to build a maternity home in Bulawayo’s North End suburb, driven by a personal experience that…
The roots of wife-beating in Zimbabwe
Fredrick Qaphelani Mabikwa IN my previous article, I examined how cultural and traditional belief systems are major factors in wife-beating in Zimbabwe. In this article, I want to explore other…
Mayor urges BCC police to embrace community service
Nokuthaba Brita Ncube, [email protected] BULAWAYO Mayor, David Coltart has urged newly recruited municipal police officers to embrace community service as a core value and engage proactively with residents to find…
Give parents lifetime gifts
Ronald Takudzwa Sambona It is normal during the festive season to empty all your pockets and savings on something special for the family. After all, if you are Christian, the…
Zim student shines at top US university
A Zimbabwean student, Sean Nyatsine, has earned a place on the prestigious Fall 2024 Dean’s List at the University at Albany in the United States, a remarkable achievement that underscores his dedication and academic excellence.
Campus reflections:The nerve-wracking wait for results
Waiting for academic results can be one of the most stressful experiences for any college student. This period is often filled with anxiety, uncertainty and self-doubt, which can significantly impact…
Your guide to stylish, comfortable summer office wear
Fashion 263 Writer If you’re still in holiday mode but have returned to work, you’re probably tempted to go into the office wearing your shorts and flip-flops. Of course, that’s…
Rethinking exercise for women: Why your cycle matters
The fitness and nutrition industry often relies on male-centric models for exercise and dietary advice, a framework that ignores the distinct hormonal and physiological differences of women.
TIMB gives farmers tobacco ripening tips
IN a move designed to help improve the quality of tobacco ahead of the 2025 marketing season, the Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) is educating farmers on identifying plants ready for harvesting.
Open communication: The secret to healthy relationships
So much is happening in relationships that I find concerning, especially in the efforts to build strong families. I came across a horrific story about a step mother who allegedly…











