adminParliament swearing in programme now in place
Mashudu Netsianda Senior Reporter THE Parliament of Zimbabwe has released the programme for the swearing in of newly elected members of the National Assembly and Senate. In an interview yesterday,…
BCC to fully write off bills
Temba Dube Senior Reporter THE Bulawayo City Council has resolved to fully comply with a Government directive to write off all debts owed by residents from February 2009 to 30…
Obama advocates limited strikes in Syria
The US President, Barack Obama, says the United States has “concluded” that the Syrian government has used chemical weapons against civilians, and advocated the use of a “tailored, limited” military…
UN helicopters strike Congolese rebels
United Nations forces and the Congolese army have attacked rebel positions with helicopter gunships, armoured personnel carriers and a large number of ground troops, ramping up the UN’s engagement in…
Dozens die in Kenya bus accident
At least 41 people have been killed and 33 others injured in a bus crash west of the Kenyan capital Nairobi, police and Kenyan Red Cross officials say.
China snubs Filipino president
Manila — The Philippine government said yesterday that China has withdrawn an invitation to President Benigno Aquino III to visit a trade fair in an apparent snub as the two…
New legislators vow to uplift Bulilima, Mangwe
Sukulwenkosi Dube Bulilima and Mangwe in Matabeleland South province are generally dry but vast swathes of land in both districts are irrigable. They also have gold deposits which can transform…
City must seek alignment with industrial policy
Focus on Bulawayo Gatsha Mazithulela Past discussions on this column have dealt with background issues on the (re)industrialisation of Bulawayo but some detail on what exactly is suitable for a…
Editorial Comment: Performance appraisals for legislators good for nation
The decision by the ruling party Zanu-PF to introduce a performance appraisal system for its legislators in the Eighth Parliament is a commendable move. The decision is a confirmation that…
Thousands bid Nkala farewell
Harare Bureau THOUSANDS of people from all walks of life yesterday bade farewell to Zanu-PF founding member Cde Enos Mzombi Nkala at the National Heroes Acre. The burial was attended…