Kapata Times

31/05/2026

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31/05/2026

Zimbabwe Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi says a constitutional amendment bill proposing to extend the presidential term from the current five years to seven years will be tabled in parliament on Tuesday, June 2. The proposed bill on the other hand seek to change the method of electing the President suggesting that the President should be elected by parliament.

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31/05/2026

ERB reduces pump price for diesel from K33.99 to K32.11 and maintains petrol price at K27.15.
Kerosene reduced from K35.05 to K33.91.

31/05/2026

A Day without the King💔
Amakhosi gather at Ephendukeni Palace as security men pitch the tent...

31/05/2026

As Kapata Times admins we are hunting for all Bemba chaps lero tizathirana porridge...

31/05/2026

EAST JOURNALISTS MOURN MEDIA-FRIENDLY, FRANK & COURAGEOUS MPEZENI

Journalists in Eastern Province have joined the Ngoni Nation and the nation at large in mourning the death of Inkosi ya Makosi Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV of the Ngoni people of Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique.

In a statement issued today, Eastern Press Club Secretary General Christopher Bazilio Banda described the traditional leader as a towering figure whose contribution extended beyond traditional leadership into supporting the media fraternity in Eastern Province.

Mr. Banda said Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV had been one of the media's biggest sources of news and information in the province due to his accessibility and willingness to engage with journalists.

He noted that the traditional leader was always available for interviews, phone conversations and media briefings, making the work of reporters easier.

The Press Club further stated that the late Paramount Chief will be remembered for his courage and openness in addressing matters affecting his subjects and the nation.

"His frankness and courage in speaking out for the good of his people stood out. He never shied away from addressing issues affecting his subjects, development and national interest, even when the truth was uncomfortable," Mr. Banda said.

The club has since conveyed its condolences to the royal family, the Ngoni clan and the nation at large during the mourning period.

Mr. Banda added that journalists in Eastern Province would continue praying for the peaceful repose of the traditional leader's soul while remembering his legacy of bold leadership and dedicated service to his people.

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31/05/2026

Chasefu Woman Axed to Death by Ex-Lover

By Christopher Miti

A 24-year-old woman has been hacked to death with an axe by her former lover after she was allegedly found with her new boyfriend in a bush area in Chasefu District of Eastern Province.

BAFISKE NKHATA of Zakeyo Village under Chief Magodi was allegedly attacked by MOSES CHIRWA at around 22:00 hours on Friday.

In a statement, Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer ROBERTSON MWEEMBA said the deceased had been visited by her new boyfriend, THOMAS PHIRI, and the two later went into a nearby bush where they engaged in an intimate encounter.

Mr. MWEEMBA said the suspect had been following the pair and became enraged when he found them together.

He said CHIRWA allegedly borrowed an axe and attempted to strike PHIRI.

However, PHIRI ducked, and the blow landed on NKHATA, who died instantly.

Mr. MWEEMBA said the suspect later concealed the blood-stained axe in nearby shrubs before returning to his home in Matemanga Village, while PHIRI fled to his own village.

He said the woman's body was discovered around 08:00 hours on Saturday by her relatives, who reported the matter to police.

Mr. MWEEMBA said police transported the body to Chasefu Mini Hospital Mortuary before launching a manhunt for the suspect.

He added that PHIRI later surrendered himself to police, while CHIRWA was subsequently apprehended.

Mr. MWEEMBA said following questioning, CHIRWA was detained at Chasefu Police Station and is awaiting transfer to Lundazi Police Station.

Credit: ZNBC Today

31/05/2026

Mwauka tyani Obaba.... Tiliye volabila vinyinji lero kungomukoshani tyala kuti mwalala tyani?😭😭💔

30/05/2026

Ngoni Anthem 💔

The Mighty Tree has fallen.
Maibababe!!!!

30/05/2026