adminNation marks National Youth Day . . . wishes ex-President happy birthday
Zanu-PF yesterday congratulated former President Robert Mugabe on his 94th birthday wishing him well, as the country marked the National Youth Day to commemorate the revolutionary icon’s contribution to the liberation and development of the country.
All products must be labelled in Portuguese: Mozambican authorities
The Mozambican government’s National Inspectorate of Economic Activities (INAE) has warned all shops that, as from March 31, the pre-packaged products they sell must be labelled in the country’s official language, Portuguese.
Ethiopia’s Somali state pardons 1,500 detainees
Ethiopia’s Somali regional state said yesterday it had pardoned 1,500 detainees as part of efforts to help reconciliation and create national consensus.
DPRK to send high-ranking delegation to closing ceremony of Winter Olympics: Seoul
The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has notified South Korea of its plan to send a high-ranking delegation to the closing ceremony of the 23rd Winter Olympics, boosting hope for a lasting atmosphere for dialogue between the two Koreas, Seoul’s unification ministry said yesterday.
Messi finally breaks the duck
Barcelona’s Lionel Messi had to wait 12 years and endure a goal drought of eight games against Chelsea but he finally broke his duck in Tuesday night’s 1-1 Champions League soccer last 16, first leg draw.
Hit-and-run accident lands unlicensed driver in trouble
A 20-year-old unlicensed driver, who failed to stop after the car he was driving hit a woman along the Harare- Bulawayo Highway, has been sentenced to a 10 months in jail by a Kwekwe Magistrate.
Manicaland tobacco hectarage up 8,3pc
Manicaland Province has registered an 8,3 percent increase in the hectarage put under tobacco in the 2017-18 summer cropping season, despite the recent mid-season drought.
Man jailed for killing uncle
For killing his uncle on Christmas Day over a plate of sadza, a Chipinge man has been convicted of culpable homicide by High Court judge Justice Joseph Musakwa.
Pair fined for possession of army fatigue
Two Chitungwiza men have been fined $50 each after being found in illegal possession of military camouflage. Cosmas Gwanzura (23) and Spencer Tembo (23) risk serving 25 days in prison if they fail to pay the fine.
Telecel to launch ‘Bundle Mania’ promotion
Mobile operator Telecel Zimbabwe has announced that it will be launching a point-based competition, Bundle Mania promotion, for registered subscribers who purchase WhatsApp, Facebook, MegaBoost and Wi-Fi bundles.