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28/08/2026

YOUTH WITH ALBINISM GET BOOST IN LOANS, SKILLS TRAINING

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THE Government is expanding access to loans, vocational training and other empowerment opportunities for young people with albinism as it moves to remove barriers to their participation in the economy.

Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Tino Machakaire said the Government was working to make its youth programmes more inclusive and accessible.

Speaking at an Albinism for Economic Empowerment fundraising event in Harare, Machakaire said young people with albinism would be prioritised in accessing loans through EmpowerBank.

He said the bank had been directed to simplify loan applications, provide support for applicants with visual impairments and work with organisations representing people with albinism to identify beneficiaries.

“We want every young person with albinism who has a viable business idea to know that the doors of EmpowerBank are open to them,” he said.

Machakaire said the Government was also introducing accessible training materials, sun-safe training environments and awareness programmes under the National Youth Service.

Vocational training centres would also be adapted through improved lighting, workstation adjustments and assistive learning materials to make training more accessible.

He said trades such as tailoring and information and communication technology could provide opportunities for young people with albinism.

The minister also announced that EmpowerBank had launched a US$1 million fund to support young entrepreneurs across the country.

The facility is targeted at young people in both urban and rural areas with viable business ideas but limited access to capital.

Machakaire urged young people to approach EmpowerBank branches or Ministry of Youth offices to apply for funding.

He said the Government was also expanding the National Youth Service and strengthening vocational education to equip young people with skills aligned with the needs of the economy.

“Empowerment cannot be a slogan; it must be measured in tangible outcomes — in loans disbursed, in skills acquired, in businesses started, and in lives transformed,” he said.

27/08/2026

33 NEW JUDGES TO EASE PRESSURE ON ZIMBABWEAN COURTS

By Seke Fm

THE appointment of 33 new judges is set to ease pressure on Zimbabwe’s courts, with the additional judicial officers expected to help reduce workloads and speed up the resolution of cases.

The judges, appointed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa, were sworn in by Chief Justice Elizabeth Gwaunza to serve in the Constitutional Court, Supreme Court, High Court and Labour Court.

Attorney-General Virginia Mabiza described the appointments as a “masterstroke”, saying they were in line with the amended Constitution and would strengthen the judiciary.

She said bringing more judicial officers into the system would broaden the capacity of the courts while improving access to justice.

The appointments also bring judges from different professional backgrounds into the judiciary, while increasing the representation of women in senior judicial positions.

Nine female judges were appointed to the High Court and Labour Court.

Mabiza said the new system for appointing judges was faster and more efficient, following constitutional amendments which changed the process.

Among the new appointments are Justice Isaac Muzenda as Judge President of the High Court and Justice Philda Muzofa as Deputy Judge President.

Justice Lillian Kudya was appointed Senior Judge of the Labour Court.

The Supreme Court also welcomed Justice Mary Zimba-Dube, formerly Judge President of the High Court, Justice Happias Zhou, Justice Mafusire and Justice Garainesu Mawadze.

Justice Antonia Guvava, Justice Chinembiri Bhunu and Justice Mavhangira were appointed to the Constitutional Court.

The appointments are expected to bolster the four superior courts and improve the efficiency of Zimbabwe’s justice delivery system.

26/08/2026

GBAN TO HOST 2026 ANNUAL BUSINESS SUMMIT IN HARARE

Staff Reporter

HARARE — The Global Business Achievers Network (GBAN) will host its 2026 Annual Business Summit on September 10 at Hyatt Regency Hotel, The Meikles, bringing together senior government officials, corporate executives, entrepreneurs and business leaders.

The summit, which will run from 8am to 4pm, will be held under the theme “Connecting Minds, Building Futures and Empowering Partnerships for Shared Success.”

GBAN chief executive officer Dr Tendesai Mushamba is leading the initiative, which seeks to create a platform for business leaders and policymakers to exchange ideas, forge partnerships and explore opportunities for economic growth.

The event will feature speakers from the public and private sectors, including ZIMRA Commissioner Domestic Taxes Misheck Govha, Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission commissioner Dr Eng Comm Martin Muvaduma, WestProp Holdings CEO Ken Sharpe, Dandemutande CEO Never Ncube and ZBCA CEO Joyline Zindaga.

Other speakers include Pinnacle Holdings CEO and founder Dr Philip Chiyangwa, NetOne vice board chair Dr Tendai Zengeni, Kiwa Connect CEO Dr Engineer J. Kiwa, RBZ Monetary Policy Committee member Persistence Gwanyanya and Mutapa Investment Fund chief executive Dr Forbes Kanogwere.

The summit will also feature senior government officials, with Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Minister Hon Monica Mutsvangwa listed as guest of honour.

Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities Hon Professor Paul Mavima and Minister of Industry and Commerce Hon Nqobizitha M. Ndlovu are listed as guest speakers.

GBAN has previously held business and entrepreneurship events bringing together leaders from the public and private sectors. Dr Mushamba has said the organisation seeks to promote business growth, networking and partnerships among Zimbabwean entrepreneurs and corporates.

According to Dr Mushamba, the 2026 summit is already attracting strong interest, with limited places remaining for prospective participants.

Registration and enquiries can be made through the contact provided by GBAN: +263 772 128 104.

26/08/2026

SMEAR CAMPAIGN AGAINST INTER AFRICA EXPOSED

By News Byte Zw

Escalating turf wars among long-distance passenger transport operators have taken a new twist, with allegations that some Bigame Motors marshals are deliberately provoking confrontations with rival Inter Africa crews before photographing the incidents and circulating the images as evidence of alleged harassment.

Sources familiar with the disputes said some Bigame Motors marshals were contributing to tensions at the ranks, allegedly instigating confrontations before taking photographs that portrayed Inter Africa personnel as the aggressors.

The photographs were then allegedly circulated without the events leading up to the clashes, creating what sources described as a misleading impression that Inter Africa crews were responsible for starting the disputes.

The allegations have raised questions over whether some incidents are being selectively documented as part of an apparent campaign to discredit Inter Africa amid growing competition for passengers and lucrative routes.

EXPLOSIVE ATTACK

The dispute has intensified following an alleged explosive attack involving a Bigame Motors bus at the Chipinge long-distance rank.

Sources said tensions had reportedly been high following a heated altercation over departure schedules before an improvised explosive device was allegedly thrown into or placed beneath a Bigame Motors bus parked near the terminal.

The blast reportedly damaged the bus framework and shattered several windows, sending passengers and bystanders into panic.

No fatalities were reported, although several people were reportedly injured in the ensuing chaos.

Police investigations into the incident are understood to be ongoing.

Importantly, there is no independently verified evidence linking Inter Africa to the alleged attack.

However, the incident has become part of a broader dispute in which competing accounts are emerging over what happens at the ranks before and after confrontations.

POLICE COMPLAINTS

Questions have also been raised over the conduct of some Bigame Motors marshals, particularly allegations that they provoke incidents before photographing the ensuing confrontations.

Sources said disputes over passenger loading, departure schedules and route competition had become increasingly tense, with the conduct of individual marshals potentially worsening an already volatile situation.

If established, the allegations would raise concerns over whether incidents are being manufactured or selectively documented to build a narrative against rival operators.

Sources said an impartial investigation into the conduct of marshals from all operators was necessary to establish what happens before, during and after confrontations at the ranks.

Rank marshals have also alleged that some enforcement personnel receive kickbacks to overlook traffic violations, route disputes and alleged violence involving favoured operators.

The allegations could not be independently verified.

Passenger groups are reportedly calling for the deployment of a specialised task force from outside the district to investigate the disputes, establish accountability and restore order at the affected ranks.

When contacted for comment, police spokespersons said investigations into transport-related disputes were ongoing and denied allegations of corruption or bias.

Police said they were not shielding any operator from investigation.

With competing accounts continuing to emerge, the latest developments have placed increased scrutiny on the conduct of Bigame Motors marshals and raised questions over whether some confrontations are being provoked and subsequently used to portray Inter Africa as the aggressor.

Authorities now face pressure to establish the facts independently and ensure that any operator or individual found responsible for provoking violence, manufacturing evidence or engaging in unlawful conduct is held accountable.

26/08/2026

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Wishing you many more years of good health, success and greater impact, Pastor Venon Chamba. 🎉🎂🙏

24/08/2026

KELSEA TAFIRENYIKA: ‘POLICE PERSECUTING ME OVER GIFTS FROM HUSBAND’

Socialite Kelsea Tafirenyika has accused the police of persecuting her over properties and other assets she claims were gifts from her husband, Collins Takunda Mnangagwa.

Tafirenyika, who is facing money laundering charges, is accused of using proceeds from alleged drug dealing to acquire several movable and immovable properties in Zimbabwe and abroad.

She is expected back in court on Wednesday for the continuation of her bail application after the investigating officer, Gift Machipisa, said his uncle had died and could not attend court.

Tafirenyika, through her lawyers Admire Rubaya, Everson Chatambudza, Malvern Mapako and Tirivangani Kangai, said her husband is a successful businessman and that any properties registered in her name were gifts from him and not proceeds of crime.

The defence accused the police of failing to properly investigate the source of the assets, arguing that investigators should have approached Mnangagwa to verify her claims.

Machipisa told the court that police had linked Tafirenyika to the properties through previous owners.

The defence, however, argued that title deeds would not show whether a property was purchased as a gift.

Machipisa said he was not aware that Mnangagwa was the President’s son or a successful businessman, saying those claims still needed to be investigated.

The State is opposing bail, with Machipisa raising fears that Tafirenyika could interfere with witnesses and evidence or abscond.

On Monday, Machipisa filed another affidavit claiming investigators had unearthed additional properties allegedly linked to Tafirenyika, but he could not give their values.

The defence challenged him to produce documents proving that Tafirenyika owned the properties or was a director or shareholder in companies allegedly linked to them.

Machipisa said investigators had company documents but did not present them in court.

He was also questioned over the State’s allegation that Tafirenyika was involved in drug dealing.

Under cross-examination by Rubaya, Machipisa said his suspicion was partly based on branding found on drugs allegedly recovered from Tafirenyika.

He conceded that the court papers did not explain how Tafirenyika was allegedly dealing in dangerous drugs, saying the details would be clarified after investigations were completed.

The defence also questioned whether the alleged drugs, valued at about US$204,000, could support claims that Tafirenyika was dealing in drugs on a scale that generated millions of United States dollars to buy high-value vehicles and properties.

Rubaya further challenged the validity of affidavits filed by the investigating officer after discrepancies were noted in their dates.

One affidavit indicated that it was compiled and commissioned on August 22, 2026, while its date stamp showed August 24, 2026.

Machipisa conceded that some dates had been pre-typed before the affidavits were printed.

The State alleges that Tafirenyika accumulated assets worth about US$9,353,750 in Zimbabwe between January 2023 and August 2026 using proceeds from the alleged dealing in pethidine hydrochloride, morphine sulphate and dagga.

The figure covers nine vehicles and 10 properties listed in the State papers.

The affidavit excludes a Toyota Land Cruiser, although an annexure separately values the vehicle at US$241,250.

24/08/2026

INTER AFRICA MARSHALS ACCUSED OF ATTACKING BIGAME MOTORS BUS AMID BITTER ROUTE WAR

By Staff Reporter

A bitter turf war between long-distance passenger transport operators has taken a dangerous turn, with Inter Africa marshals accused of harassing rival operators and an alleged explosive attack on a Bigame Motors bus at the Chipinge long-distance rank.

Eyewitnesses and rival operators allege that Inter Africa marshals have been bullying Bigame Motors and other smaller operators through physical intimidation, rank touting, blockades and other forms of alleged sabotage in a bid to control passenger loads.

The allegations have raised fears of escalating violence at the ranks, with passengers and operators worried that the disputes could compromise public safety and disrupt transport services.

Bigame Motors crew members reportedly face harassment not only in Chipinge, but also at Chiredzi and Mutare, where operators allege that Inter Africa marshals have attempted to disrupt their operations and interfere with passenger boarding.

One Bigame Motors crew member said the alleged harassment had become a persistent problem, with crew members reportedly intimidated when operating from some ranks.

Another operator accused Inter Africa marshals of trying to force rival operators out of lucrative routes through intimidation and disruption of their services.

VIOLENCE ESCALATES

According to eyewitnesses and rank marshals, tensions reportedly boiled over following a heated altercation over departure schedules.

Shortly afterwards, an improvised explosive device was allegedly thrown into or placed beneath a Bigame Motors bus parked near the terminal.

The blast reportedly damaged the bus's framework and shattered several windows, sending passengers and bystanders into panic.

No fatalities were reported, although several people allegedly sustained minor injuries in the ensuing chaos.

The incident has heightened concerns over growing violence in the long-distance transport sector, with operators calling for urgent intervention before the disputes spiral further.

POLICE INACTION CLAIMS

Rival operators have also accused police of failing to act on repeated complaints involving alleged assaults, threats and harassment at the ranks.

Bigame Motors operators said they had reported more than three cases under references RRB689544, RRB6895943, RRB6895948 and RRB6895919, but claimed no action had been taken.

The allegations have fuelled growing concern among bus operators, commuters and civil society groups, who are calling for authorities to intervene.

Operators claim that more than a dozen dockets involving alleged intimidation and assaults by touts have remained unattended over the past six months.

Rank marshals have also alleged that some enforcement personnel receive kickbacks to overlook traffic violations, route disputes and alleged violence involving favoured operators.

The allegations could not be independently verified.

Passenger groups are reportedly calling for the deployment of a specialised task force from outside the district to restore order at the affected ranks.

When contacted for comment, police spokespersons said investigations into transport-related disputes were ongoing and denied allegations of corruption or bias.

Police said they were not shielding any operator from investigation.

The allegations against Inter Africa marshals could not be independently verified, and Inter Africa had not responded to the allegations by the time of publication.

20/08/2026

🚨 BREAKING: KELSEA TAFIRENYIKA GRANTED US$1,000 BAIL

Kelsea Tafirenyika has been granted US$1,000 bail by the High Court as she faces charges of unlawful possession of pethidine for the purpose of dealing and unlawful possession of unregistered medicines.

She was represented by Admire Rubaya, Advocate Sylvester Hash*ti and Malvern Mapako.

15/08/2026

VOTING RIGHTS REMAIN PROTECTED UNDER CAA3, MABIZA ARGUES

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Attorney-General Virginia Mabiza has defended Constitutional Amendment Act No. 3 (CAA3), dismissing claims that the law takes away Zimbabweans’ right to vote.

Mabiza said the right to vote, like other constitutionally protected rights, is not absolute and must be exercised in accordance with the Constitution and relevant laws.

The Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) has approached the Constitutional Court challenging several provisions of CAA3, particularly those relating to voting rights and the election of the President.

Mabiza filed an opposing affidavit on behalf of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi.

She rejected the MDC’s argument that CAA3 undermines citizens’ participation in elections, saying voting rights remain protected by the Constitution.

“While it is accepted that prior Presidential elections were by popular suffrage, the right to vote and to popular suffrage were not absolute but subjected to the caveat ‘in accordance with the Constitution and other relevant laws’.

“The provisions of the Amendment Act do not negate this right in any form or shape,” she said.

Mabiza also dismissed claims that CAA3 disenfranchises voters, arguing that Section 67(3) of the Constitution has neither been amended nor provided for a different mechanism of electing the President.

“It is denied that there is any disenfranchisement. The provisions of section 67 (3) were never absolute, have not been amended and made no provision for the election of the President by popular suffrage,” she said.

She further challenged the MDC’s application on procedural grounds, saying the opposition party was still referring to CAA3 as a Bill despite it having already been passed into law.

“Prior to relating to the merits of the Application, it must be noted from the relief sought and the contents of the Founding Affidavit that the Applicant still makes reference to a Bill and seeks relief centred on a Bill.

“There is no longer a Bill but an Act which has been duly passed. The Application and the relief sought are resultantly incompetent and must be struck off.”

Mabiza also rejected allegations that President Mnangagwa breached his constitutional duties by assenting to CAA3.

“It is denied that there has been a failure to uphold or exercise these duties in accordance with the law,” she said.

09/08/2026

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