Month: May 2023

By Leonnel Mhuka In a significant development for the political landscape of Zimbabwe, the date for the upcoming general election has been officially set for the 23rd of August 2023. This crucial announcement was made through a proclamation by President Emmerson Mnangagwa earlier today. Anticipation is running high as the nation prepares for a closely contested battle between Mnangagwa, representing the ruling ZANU PF party, and the popular opposition leader from the CCC, President Nelson Chamisa. Should the election fail to yield a clear winner on the designated day, the proclamation outlines that a runoff will take place on...

In a significant development, the Constitutional Court (ConCourt) has recently reversed a landmark ruling made by High Court judge Justice Joseph Mafusire. The ruling ordered CABS Bank, a prominent local financial institution, to pay a substantial sum of US$142,000 to a Zimbabwean businessman. This payment was linked to the conversion of funds to Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) during the currency reforms carried out in 2019. The ConCourt, comprising a seven-member bench, announced its decision to set aside the ruling. While the reasons behind this decision were not immediately disclosed, the court has assured that they will be made...

By Revesai Mavetera In a collective sigh of relief, residents of Bulilima in Matabeleland South Province, along with Bekezela Maplanka, a member of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), can finally breathe easy as the stray lions that were causing havoc in the area have been successfully eliminated by the Zimbabwe National Parks and Wildlife (Zimparks) officials. Last week, Maplanka sounded the alarm, sending out a distress signal concerning the roaming lions. She even shared a video showcasing the lions in the vicinity, calling for immediate assistance. Maplanka pleaded, “We need urgent help at Bambadzi, Ndolwane & Makhulela, Bulilima,...

By Albert Mpofu In a dramatic turn of events during the parliamentary debate on the controversial Patriotic Bill, Honourable Temba Mliswa, the Independent Member of Parliament for Norton, was forcefully ejected from the chamber last night. The incident occurred after Honourable Mliswa raised questions about the Gukurahundi Genocide, stating concerns that the proposed bill would hinder discussions on the genocide and the involvement of the ruling ZANU PF government. The Deputy Speaker of the House took offense to his remarks, leading to his expulsion. Expressing his thoughts on Twitter following the incident, Honourable Mliswa acknowledged the concerns expressed by...

  By Revesai Mavetera In a scathing critique of the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC), exiled ZANU PF member Professor Jonathan Moyo has expressed his concerns regarding the recent voter roll inspection and the announcement of the general election date. Moyo highlighted several issues that he believes could significantly impact the credibility and fairness of the upcoming elections. The election proclamation, gazetted on May 23rd, 2023, fixing the date for the harmonized general election on August 23rd, has raised doubts about the transparency of the process. Moyo pointed out that this election might be unlike any other before, as both...