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Empowerment group ATED partners Women Affairs ministry for farmer cooperative training

The programme, which will be implemented across all 10 provinces, seeks to equip farmers with knowledge and practical skills to establish, manage and operate sustainable cooperatives that can contribute to agricultural development and the growth of the agri-tourism sector. The post Empowerment group ATED partners Women Affairs ministry for farmer cooperative training appeared first on Newsday .

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Rights lawyers demand inspection of prison conditions for deaf, mute inmates

In a letter dated 17 September 2026, ZLHR lawyers Obey Shava and Obey Chitowamombe cited Section 243(1)(k) of the Constitution, which empowers the ZHRC to visit and inspect places of detention in order to assess whether conditions meet acceptable standards, and to recommend improvements where possible. The post Rights lawyers demand inspection of prison conditions for deaf, mute inmates appeared first on Newsday .

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Econet urges WhatsApp users to secure their accounts amid rising scams targeting mobile users

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe has urged customers to protect their WhatsApp accounts from hackers and social engineering scams that are increasingly targeting mobile users. “We urge customers to proactively secure their WhatsApp accounts by selecting the login and security settings on their WhatsApp profile, and enabling WhatsApp Passkeys as well as activating the two-step authentication (or […] The post Econet urges WhatsApp users to secure their accounts amid rising scams targeting mobile users appeared first on Newsday .

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ZRP divers retrieve ZimParks rifle from depths of Zambezi River in Kanyemba

In a statement, ZRP said: “On 20 September 2026, members of the ZRP Subaqua Unit recovered an AK rifle with a magazine loaded with 20 rounds in the Zambezi River, Kanyemba area. The rifle belongs to ZimParks and was lost during routine anti-poaching patrols along the Zambezi River.” The post ZRP divers retrieve ZimParks rifle from depths of Zambezi River in Kanyemba appeared first on Newsday .

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Seed Co unveils new white wheat variety as Zimbabwe eyes regional export market

SHAMVA, ZIMBABWE – Seed Co has launched a new high-yielding wheat variety capable of producing up to 10.5 tonnes per hectare, positioning the country to becoming a potential regional wheat exporter. The variety, SC W9104, was showcased on Tuesday at Seed Co’s Rattray Arnold Research Station along Shamva Road. The event was officiated by Lands, […] The post Seed Co unveils new white wheat variety as Zimbabwe eyes regional export market appeared first on Newsday .

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Drone technology boosts wildlife protection in Hwange

DRONE technology has been deployed to strengthen anti-poaching operations and wildlife monitoring at Hwange National Park, with more wildlife rangers receiving specialised training in the use of remotely-piloted aircraft systems. The training, supported by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Zimbabwe, is targeting Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) and Bhejane Trust rangers […] The post Drone technology boosts wildlife protection in Hwange appeared first on Newsday .

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MDC Says Constitutional Court Challenge to CAA3 Postponed

THE Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) says its Constitutional Court challenge against Constitutional Amendment Act No 3 (CAA3) has been postponed, with the opposition party demanding clarity from the court over the delay. In a statement issued on Tuesday, MDC secretary for information and publicity and presidential spokesperson Lloyd Damba said the party had not […] The post MDC Says Constitutional Court Challenge to CAA3 Postponed appeared first on Newsday .

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Delta dominates ZSE trading as market cap hits US$3,86bn

DELTA Corporation (Delta) dominated trading on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) last week, accounting for about US$4,14 million of turnover as its share price gained 0,66%, despite the broader market edging lower. The beverages giant contributed ZiG110,55 million, or about US$4,14 million, to the ZiG122,37 million (US$4,58 million) total value traded on the ZSE during […] The post Delta dominates ZSE trading as market cap hits US$3,86bn appeared first on Newsday .

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ZIFA targets November for VAR launch

ZIMBABWE’S journey towards Video Assistant Referee technology has officially begun, with ZIFA bringing together FIFA experts and key football stakeholders in Harare for the VAR Project Kick-off Meeting, backed by funding from Sakunda Holdings in what represents one of the most significant steps forward in the modernisation of Zimbabwean football officiating. ZIFA president Nqobile Magwizi […] The post ZIFA targets November for VAR launch appeared first on Newsday .

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Court battle over CAA3 begins

THE Constitutional Court today begins hearing a series of legal challenges against the controversial Constitutional Amendment Act No. 3, with six liberation war veterans’ case challenging the removal of direct presidential elections set to be heard this morning. The case, filed under CCZ 273/26, is the first of several challenges lined up before the apex […] The post Court battle over CAA3 begins appeared first on Newsday .

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Reprieve for war veterans’ housing project

The Zvimba East Veterans Investment Company (ZEVIC) housing project, which is expected to benefit more than 5 000 ex-fighters’ families, has received a reprieve following the intervention of REDREV to resolve the leadership disputes that were threatening to derail the development. REDREV, a commercial vehicle representing the Children of Veterans of the Liberation Struggle, convened […] The post Reprieve for war veterans’ housing project appeared first on Newsday .

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ZIMA moves to empower Nkayi villagers through rural mining projects

The Zimbabwe Miners Association (ZIMA) is set to launch a rural mining empowerment programme in Nkayi aimed at helping villagers participate in the district’s mineral extraction. The association says it will introduce its Nkayi district executive committee on September 28, at a ceremony to be held at Edale Cultural Centre. The launch will also mark […] The post ZIMA moves to empower Nkayi villagers through rural mining projects appeared first on Newsday .

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Parents protest chief’s involvement in school fees collection

Parents and guardians at Shutu Primary School in Mazowe, Mashonaland Central province have petitioned the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education over the chief’s involvement in the collection of outstanding fees. In a petition dated September 20, 2026 and addressed to the permanent secretary, provincial education director and the district schools inspector, the parents accuse […] The post Parents protest chief’s involvement in school fees collection appeared first on Newsday .

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WhatsApp: Who’s stealing Zim accounts?

ZIMBABWEANS are increasingly falling victim to illegal WhatsApp account takeovers, with cybersecurity experts warning that criminals are exploiting weak security practices, SIM-related vulnerabilities and social engineering to hijack accounts and turn trusted family and business networks into hunting grounds for money. The growing threat has prompted mobile network operator Econet Wireless Zimbabwe to intensify warnings […] The post WhatsApp: Who’s stealing Zim accounts? appeared first on Newsday .

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When selling airtime becomes a crime: A State that arrests its own failure

SOMETIMES the failure of a government is captured not in an economic report, a budget statement or a set of statistics, but in one human being. This weekend, that person was a vendor with a disability selling airtime at the corner of First Street and Robert Mugabe Avenue in Harare. He was reportedly arrested during […] The post When selling airtime becomes a crime: A State that arrests its own failure appeared first on Newsday .

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Namib Minerals clears Redwing barrier, targets 2027 feasibility

Namib Minerals has completed the dewatering programme at Redwing Mine ahead of schedule, clearing the way for underground technical studies as the gold producer advances plans to restart the operation. The milestone marks the completion of the first of five stages in a restart pathway published by the Nasdaq-listed company on July 20. Dewatering had […] The post Namib Minerals clears Redwing barrier, targets 2027 feasibility appeared first on Newsday .

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Afreximbank backs ATDC with US$500m trade facility

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a US$500 million global credit facility with the Africa Trading and Distribution Company (ATDC) to finance the purchase, movement and distribution of goods across African and global markets. For Zimbabwe, where ATDC has initial operations, the facility will finance the sourcing and aggregation of goods and the logistics […] The post Afreximbank backs ATDC with US$500m trade facility appeared first on Newsday .

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Senong’s defensive blueprint offers FC Platinum glimpse of revival

FC Platinum’s four-match unbeaten run has virtually secured their Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League survival, but more significantly, the revival is offering a glimpse of what South African coach Thabo Senong could be building at the Zvishavane giants. The former champions now sit 10th on the table with 39 points from 29 matches, five games before […] The post Senong’s defensive blueprint offers FC Platinum glimpse of revival appeared first on Newsday .

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Injury blow for Warriors

Preparations for the Warriors’ 2027 Africa Cup of Nations opening qualifier against Sierra Leone on Thursday have suffered a major setback following confirmation that striker Prince Dube has been ruled out through injury. The Warriors travel to neutral Morocco for the fixture due to Sierra Leone lacking a CAF-certified stadium, and are scheduled to return […] The post Injury blow for Warriors appeared first on Newsday .

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Raza backs Madhevere after heartbreak defeat to Australia

ZIMBABWE captain Sikandar Raza has refused to blame all-rounder Wessly Madhevere after his last-over heroics turned to heartbreak, as Zimbabwe fell to another close defeat to Australia. Australia clinched the One-Day International series with a final over win after Madhevere dropped a crucial catch and then conceded the winning runs, having bravely asked for the […] The post Raza backs Madhevere after heartbreak defeat to Australia appeared first on Newsday .

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TIMB pushes for grower viability and value addition.

The Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) says Zimbabwe’s tobacco industry must retain more value at home if grower incomes and export earnings are to grow sustainably. Speaking at the Parliamentary Oversight and Industry Forum in Bulawayo,TIMB board chairman Patrick Devenish said tobacco remains one of the country’s key agricultural commodities but its future “cannot […] The post TIMB pushes for grower viability and value addition. appeared first on Newsday .

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Delta keeps 36-year Danhiko Games bond alive

For 36 years, the Danhiko Annual Games have provided athletes with disabilities with more than just a sporting contest — they have offered a stage on which talent can be seen, celebrated and rewarded. That enduring partnership received another boost on Friday when Delta Corporation reaffirmed its commitment to the Games, providing US$13 000 towards […] The post Delta keeps 36-year Danhiko Games bond alive appeared first on Newsday .

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