Mboweni star rises as power shifts

The power dynamics in President Cyril Ramaphosa’s inner circle have shifted, bolstering Finance Minister Tito Mboweni’s influence.

Utilise public transport: Police

Police will continue enforcing lockdown regulations during the 14-day extension announced by President Mnangagwa on Sunday, but would like more exempted workers to use public transport to reduce the number of vehicles driving into city centres.

Do not politicise stay-at-home directive, residents advised

Chitungwiza Deputy Mayor Councillor Musa Makwezato has urged residents to continue adhering to the lockdown declared by President Mnangagwa, instead of politicising the directive.

Uniting to overcome global challenges: A Bahá’í perspective

Unity is the key to addressing our global challenges — such as wars, disputes and displacement of millions of refugees — to mention a few. 

Relief for small businesses

US Democrats and Republicans are near agreement on extra money to help small businesses hurt by the coronavirus pandemic, President Donald Trump said on Sunday.

200 more test kits for Masvingo

Masvingo Province has received a second consignment of 200 rapid results test kits as the Government moves to ensure more people get tested for Covid-19 and curb its spread.

Mutare closes largest of four markets

Sakubva Produce Market has been shut by Mutare City Council to de-congest the bus terminus and market complex, but new decentralised fresh produce markets in Dangamvura, Chikanga and Hobhouse remain open.

JSC defers court dates to May

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has pushed court dates for cases that were supposed to be heard this month to next month, after President Mnangagwa extended the lockdown by an additional 14 days on Sunday.

Mandela overshadows De Klerk in Hani aftermath

BLACKS still do not have the vote in South Africa, but in the turbulent aftermath of the assassination of Cde Chris Hani, it seemed as though “president” Nelson Mandela had already taken office.

Japanese expert pessimistic Olympics could be held in 2021

TOKYO.  — A Japanese expert who has criticised the country’s response to the coronavirus yesterday warned that he is “pessimistic” that the postponed Olympics can be held even in 2021.

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