adminTaxi drivers arrested for operating without licences
Plumtree Correspondent
THREE pirate taxi drivers from Bulawayo that were operating along Bulawayo- Plumtree Road have been arrested for working without operators’ licences.
Firewood vendor embroiled in juju row
Chronicle Reporter
A firewood vendor was found half-naked in New Lobengula in Bulawayo early yesterday morning allegedly sprinkling water at a market place in what residents suspect is an act of juju (magical powers) to enhance her business.
Bafana make it through
South Africa fought back twice against a determined Morocco side to finish top of Group A as they drew 2-2, thanks to goals from May Mahlangu and Siyabonga Sangweni, at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, while Morocco head home earlier than expected.
The stakes were at an all-time high for either team as South Africa needed to claim just one point to ensure their spot into the quarter finals, while Morocco had all to play for and needed to grab their first three points of the tournament to keep their chances alive.
Mali forces advance towards Timbuktu
Mali forces backed by French troops are advancing towards the northern key town of Timbuktu after seizing the rebel stronghold of Gao, French officials have said.
Byo Police ordered to weed out pirate taxis
Chronicle Reporter
POLICE in Bulawayo have been ordered to weed out pirate taxis or face the wrath of the force’s anti-corruption drive.
Sri Lanka to ban maids going to Saudi Arabia
Sri Lanka will gradually stop allowing women to work as housemaids in Saudi Arabia after a Sri Lankan was executed in the country over the death of an infant in her care, the Colombo government said.
Arrest corrupt policemen, public urged
Mercy Mujakachi
POLICE have urged members of the public to effect citizen arrest on officers that demand bribes and commuter omnibus crews that pay them.
Speaking at a crime awareness campaign in Bulawayo yesterday, National police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Charity Charamba expressed concern over the increased incidents of police corruption, especially at roadblocks.
“At roadblocks a lot of corruption is happening in full view of passengers, especially in kombis. When you see it happening, effect a citizen arrest on both the driver and police officer. Alternatively members of the public can take down the registration number of the kombi, force number of the police officer, which is usually printed in the chest, take note of the time and place of incident and report at your nearest police station,” said Asst Comm Charamba.OMs, Western Panthers clash in Zimbo Cup final
Ricky Zililo
A mouthwatering Zimbo Under-20 rugby cup final is on this afternoon when Old Miltonians take on city rivals Western Panthers at Hartsfield Ground.