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Hon. Eng. Mhangwa Lauds Late Reverend Chitanda’s Community Service
By Khokhelani Xhame-Change Radio Constituency lawmaker Hon. Engineer Leslie Mhangwa has paid tribute to the late Reverend Innocent Chitanda, highlighting his remarkable contributions and unwavering commitment to the community. In his remarkable speech today, prior to going for a parliamentary session, Hon. Eng. Mhangwa emphasized the importance of clergy focusing on spiritual leadership while community responsibilities are shared among leaders. Reverend Chitanda was remembered for his compassion, humility, and dedication to spiritual growth, moral integrity, and social cohesion. MP. Mhangwa urged spiritual leaders to promote these values and address societal challenges like drug abuse. Drawing inspiration from biblical examples,...
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Happy 47th Birthday to Our Beloved President Nelson Chamisa
By Innocent Moyondizvo Nhira Today, February 2, 2025, marks a special day in the lives of Zimbabweans as we celebrate the 47th birthday of our beloved President Nelson Chamisa. Born on February 2, 1978, in Masvingo Province’s Gutu district, President Chamisa has grown to become a beacon of hope and leadership for our nation. As we mark this https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va5kPp2KGGGQkePy4t1q milestone birthday, we reflect on President Chamisa’s remarkable journey, from his humble beginnings to his rise as a champion of democracy and freedom. His dedication to the people of Zimbabwe and his unwavering commitment to creating a better future for...
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Will Zimbabweans Stand Up to Defend the Constitution, or Will Dictatorship Prevail?
By Revesai Mavetera Zimbabwe is abuzz with concern and criticism as the plan by Mr. Mnangagwa and ZANU PF to amend the constitution, potentially eliminating or delaying the 2028 elections becomes clearer. This move, seen by many as a way to consolidate power, has been met with pervasive disapproval and rejection among citizens and experts alike. The Zimbabwean people, who fought tirelessly for their freedom, desire a leader who listens to their voices and governs in their best interest. Instead, accusations of self-serving leadership and disregard for democratic principles have been leveled against Mnangagwa’s administration. Change...
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Econet Records Massive Net Loss
By Change Radio Reporter The biggest mobile network operator in Zimbabwe, Econet, recently released its annual report for the year ended February 2024. I still find it frustrating that we only get to examine Econet’s financials, while the competition can remain as secretive as it wants. Anyway, we will be digging into the Econet report, but first, let’s hit the highlights. If you had forgotten how dominant Econet is, feast on this: they report: 10.44 million active customers (out of 16.8 million connected customers) 69.7% of mobile subscribers 83.7% market share of internet and data traffic Positives The...
Read MoreTeachers Declare Incapacitation as Salary Increased by usd 20 Ahead of next Tuesday School Opening
By Change Radio Reporter Zimbabwean teachers have announced that they will not be able to report for duty next week when schools officially open for the third term. Schools are scheduled to reopen on Tuesday for this year’s final term, during which Grade 7, Form 4, and Form 6 students will sit for public examinations. In an interview with NewsDay, Tapedza Zhou, secretary-general of the Educators Union of Zimbabwe (EUZ), said that the ongoing economic challenges are adversely impacting the quality of education in public schools. Said Zhou: > As EUZ, we know that teachers cannot report for duty as they are incapacitated and this is a sad reality. We call upon the Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare to resolve salary issues with teachers because their impoverishment is taking a huge toll on the quality of education for all of our children. A recent survey conducted by the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) revealed that parents, guardians, learners, and teachers are unprepared for the reopening of schools. The ARTUZ study found that approximately 70% of the teachers interviewed reported being severely incapacitated due to inadequate pay. Munyaradzi Majoni, secretary-general of the Zimbabwe National Union of School Heads, acknowledged the government’s commendable initiative to introduce a pupil feeding programme in some schools but said teachers’ remuneration must...
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Defending the Opposition’s Voice: A Call for Unity in Zimbabwe
By Change Radio Reporter The Attacks on President Nelson Chamisa In recent days , we have witnessed a concerning trend of attacks against the people’s President, Nelson Chamisa, by individuals such as Hopewell Chin’ono. These attacks appear to be a coordinated effort to discredit Chamisa as the leading voice of the Zimbabwean opposition. While President Chamisa may be on a temporary sabbatical, his unwavering commitment to the well-being of the Zimbabwean people remains unshaken. He continues to be a champion for those who are unjustly imprisoned and a beacon of hope for the nation. It is...
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A Beacon of Hope: Police Officer Stands in Solidarity with Protesters
By Innocent Moyondizvo Nhira In a shocking and heartening move, a picture of a police officer holding a placard reading Protesters Are Not Criminals has gone viral on social media platforms. This courageous act is a stark reminder to the government that its citizens will no longer be silenced or oppressed. The officer’s bold stance is a testament to the growing discontent among law enforcement officials who are increasingly frustrated with the government’s abusive tactics. By standing in solidarity with protesters, the officer is sending a powerful message that the government’s crackdown on citizens is unacceptable. ...
Read MoreVybz Kartel Freed After 13 Years in Prison
By Change Radio Reporter After serving 13 years in prison, Vybz Kartel, the famous Jamaican dancehall legend, has been set free. He was found not guilty last week after a successful appeal from being found guilty of murder in 2014. Kartel and his co-defendants Shawn Storm Campbell, Kahira Jones, and Andre St. John were all released by the court after it opted against a fresh trial by Justice Marva McDonald-Bishop and two other judges who set with her on the council bench at the Privy Council in London, which is Jamaica’s highest court of appeal. The case centered around the unsolved murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams in 2011. Despite maintaining his innocence, Kartel continued to produce music while in prison. His influence on the dancehall genre and global music is undeniable, as he maintained hit after hit. Now 48, he is still one of the most influential Caribbean musicians who has made collaborations with international superstars like Beyonce, Jay-Z, and Rihanna, among others. On his X platform @Vbz_Official he posted, ” Badmind how yuh feel?” He is seen riding home to freedom in a luxury car holding a bottle of bubbles with his partner Sidem Ozturring who keeps showering him with kisses on a video that is also appearing on...
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Mwenezi Magistrate Court fails to issue court records of pro-Chamisa Chamisa convicted Mwenezi District organizer
By Wezhira Munya See attached letter from Masvingo Registrar of High Court demanding Magistrate Court records President Nelson Chamisa’s Mwenezi district organizer Tineyi Mapepa, who has been facing charges of inciting violence, was on July 16, 2024, sentenced to 36 months behind bars by Mwenezi Magistrate Conceptor Ngwerume after a full trial. On July 22, 2024, Thabiso Phiri, the High Court Registrar in Masvingo, Zimbabwe, wrote a letter to Tineyi Mapepa and the Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum lawyers demanding records of Magistrate Court proceedings. In this letter, Phiri requested that they provide the High Court with the records...
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Chivi South formerly CCC aspiring member of parliament Chikondere, a Pro-Chamisa Politician, acquitted of Cattle Theft Charges
By Wezhira Munya On March 2024, Danisa Chikondere, the former aspiring member of parliament for Chivi South under the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party, led by President Nelson Chamisa, was acquitted by the Chiredzi Provincial Magistrate on March 8, 2024. Chikondere, who had been on bail since July 21, 2023, was represented by Advocate Charles Bvudzi, a prominent human rights lawyer based in Chiredzi. The politician had previously been granted bail by the Chiredzi Magistrate, with Advocate Frank Chirairo acting as his legal counsel. The court concluded that Chikondere was innocent of the charges brought against him by...
Read MoreCouncillor Ushe has become the first CCC councillor to step down in solidarity with President Nelson
6th February 2024 Wezhira Munya Mrs Alleta Ushe [nee Dzanya] Proportional Representative councillor for Mudzi Rural District Council from the Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party, has resigned from her position on the council. [See attached resignation letter] This marks the first resignation of a CCC councillor in support of President Nelson Chamisa’s departure from the party. Mr Thomas Mbetu commented that, councillor Ushe is very brave to resign from council without getting benefits such as house stands, business stand and salaries. Councillor Ushe’s resignation sets a historic precedent as the first council resignation across Zimbabwe in solidarity with President Chamisa. In her resignation letter addressed to the Minister of Local Government, she stated, “I hereby tender my immediate resignation as the PR Councillor for Mudzi RDC, elected under the Citizens Coalition for Change in August 2023.” Furthermore, in the letter, Councillor Ushe explained her reason for resigning, stating, “…I am no longer a member of CCC following the resignation of Nelson Chamisa as the party’s leader.” The Mudzi Rural District Council management and councillors received the resignation letter on the 5th of February 2024. It has been reported that the letter has been forwarded to the Minister of Local Government to declare the seat vacant. According to sources within the Mudzi Rural District Council, the fake CCC Secretary General Sengezo Tshabangu, Vice President Tendai Biti, and Vice...
Read MoreResignation in solidarity with President Chamisa: Harare East MP Markham dumps CCC Tshabangu
3rd February 2024 Wezhira Munya On the 2nd of February 2024, honourable Allan Rusty Markham, a member of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party representing Harare East officially resigned from his position in the Zimbabwean parliament. Hon Markham wrote to Speaker of Parliament hon. Jacob Mudenda stating, “….I write to tender my resignation from parliament with immediate effect, as required under by the section 129[1]b of the Constitution of Zimbabwe.” [See the attached letter of resigning from Hon. Markham from honourable Markham to Speaker of Parliament] He resigned from the Zimbabwean parliament in a show of support and solidarity for President Chamisa. This move has sparked speculation that advocate Tendai Biti will contest the Harare East seat following Markham’s resignation. Hon. Markham, who defeated CCC Tshabangu vice president Tendai Biti during the party’s “primary elections”, decided to step down after witnessing Biti’s collaboration with Sengezo Tshabangu to oppose President Chamisa, Markham himself, and other pro-Chamisa councillors and parliament members. Markham’s resignation follows a similar move by advocate Fadzayi Mahere, the former CCC spokesperson and member of parliament for Mount Pleasant, who resigned from her parliamentary position the previous week. Advocate Mahere is the first CCC member of parliament to resign from parliament and hon. Markham is the second member of parliament to resign. Who is the next CCC member of parliament to resign from parliament? According to Tshabangu,...
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