Glen View teacher sentenced to 12 years for rape

A Glen View 1 High School teacher convicted of raping a 17-year-old student he had offered a glass of water spiked with an unknown substance to induce her unconsciousness has been slapped with an effective 12-year jail sentence.

Research must solve day-to-day problems

THE Second Republic has been elaborate in its adoption of research to inform growth strategies. Our Senior Reporter Leroy Dzenga (LD) interviewed Research Council of Zimbabwe (RCZ) acting Executive Director Dr Timothy Marango (TM) on how the institution is contributing to Zimbabwe’s socio-economic growth. Below are excerpts.

More billionaires than ever before

Who are the world’s richest billionaires?

According to the 2021 Forbes World’s Billionaire List, the world’s billionaires reached 2 755 660 more than last year. Additionally, 88 percent of those billionaires are richer than a year ago.

CABS St George’s T20 leaves lasting impression on fans

THE 2022 edition of the CABS St George’s T20 Smashing Cricket Festival seems to have left a lasting impression on fans, as last weekend’s event marked the successful return of schools cricket.

Stocks drop as dollar hovers near record high

Asian stocks fell on Friday and a dollar gauge hovered near a record high ahead of key US jobs data that could stir expectations for another sharp Federal Reserve interest-rate hike.

Moza ready to take more Zim products

MOZAMBIQUE’s largest trade fair, the Maputo International Trade Fair (FACIM), which ends today, is one of the many events that constantly bring evidence that regional markets prefer Zimbabwean products compared to competition.

Hubby tricked into paying rent to wife

A Zambian man identified as Martin Stampa reportedly collapsed after discovering his wife is his “landlord”.

Money tricks for young people

With the Money Smart Week (August 29-September 4) initiative upon us, it is critical that young people understand the importance of managing their finances.

All set for 2022 disability expo

The 10th edition of the National Disability Expo kicks off at Rudhaka Stadium in Marondera on Wednesday, with President Emmerson Mnangagwa expected to headline the official opening of the three-day event.

Women leaders honoured

THE Chartered Institute of Project Managers Zimbabwe (CIPMZ) on Friday honoured more than 20 women in recognition of their efforts in management positions that have contributed to national development.