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Zimbabwe - satellite technology is used to distribute our signal to all of our transmitter sites across the country; and each transmitter has an average radius of 200km. This network means ZiFM Stereo reaches 80% of Zimbabwe, which exceeds even the national broadcaster’s coverage. Our digital equipment and studio facilities are state of the art - proved by the exceptionally clear quality of ZiFM Stereo’s sound. Harare 106.4 MHz; Bulawayo 106.7 MHz; Mutare 95.4 MHz; Masvingo 96.1 MHz; Gweru 104.3 MHz; Victoria Falls 106.5 MHz; Nyanga 98.2 MHz; Mutorashanga 97.6 MHz; Kadoma 105.2 MHz; Tsholotsho 97.9 MHz; and (coming soon) Beitbridge 101.6 MHz. ZiFM Stereo was also the first Zimbabwean media broadcaster to be granted an online streaming license, allowing it to reach Zimbabweans in the Diaspora, as well as other global citizens across the world, via the internet. ZiFM Stereo’s target audience is 18-35 year olds. We aim to be Zimbabwe’s most progressive radio station; and our programming is structured to attract and appeal to ambitious Zimbabweans who are driven full of aspiration to succeed. Similarly, we strive to be ‘The Station of Choice’ when it comes to the youthful-minded decision-makers in Zimbabwe. ZiFM Stereo is primarily a music station – our content is split 70% music : 30% talk. The music played on the Station is 75% local, 10% regional and 15% international. Our Talk Time programming accounts for 12 hours a week (Monday to Thursday, 1800 – 2100 hours); and is widely considered to be the highest standard of Current Affairs programming produced, broadcast and heard to date in Zimbabwe. During the last election period, the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission and the Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe praised ZiFM Stereo for their fairness and balance when it came to covering the polls. ZiFM Stereo’s News has also been deemed the most credible and unbiased by the Media Monitoring Project of Zimbabwe and the Media Alliance of Zimbabwe.

08/08/2025

WATCH: Women Affairs Minister "Disgusted" by 13-year-old’s r**e, vows justice

Women Affairs Minister Monica Mutsvangwa expresses outrage over the Rezende Parkade r**e case, vowing to pursue justice for the 13-year-old survivor and strengthen protections for women and girls.

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Minister Mutsvangwa 'outraged', demands justice for teen r**ed at Harare bus rankHarare, August 08 – Women Affairs Minis...
08/08/2025

Minister Mutsvangwa 'outraged', demands justice for teen r**ed at Harare bus rank

Harare, August 08 – Women Affairs Minister, Monica Mutsvangwa, has expressed fury and disgust over the r**e of a 13-year-old girl by a tout at Harare’s Rezende Parkade bus rank, calling it a "despicable and repulsive" crime that demands urgent justice.

In a strongly worded statement, the minister condemned the attack, in which the Grade 7 learner was lured into a parked kombi, assaulted, and abandoned. She vowed that the government would ensure the perpetrator is arrested while providing the survivor with psychosocial support.

"The trauma inflicted on this child is unforgivable. Such brazen violence against women and girls must be met with the full force of the law," Mutsvangwa said. She described the assault as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by girls in public spaces and called for stronger law enforcement at transport hubs.

Authorities are investigating, but the suspect remains at large. The survivor, who initially kept silent, disclosed the attack after her school intervened. She has since undergone medical examination.

Mutsvangwa urged the public to reject bystander apathy, stressing: "Protecting our girls is a collective duty." The ministry is coordinating with police to ensure justice while offering the survivor long-term care.

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Memory Kadau, a Program Advisor with the RhonaFlo Foundation, a maternal health organization supporting vulnerable teen mothers, echoed the minister’s outrage, stating: "If you're not outraged, you're not paying attention. The r**e of this 13-year-old is sad, despicable, outrageous, and heartbreaking."

Kadau called for collective action, urging the ministry, gender commission, civil society, and the public to unite in sending a strong message that streets must be safe for all women and girls. "This includes arresting the perpetrators, but more importantly, clamping down on abuse, violence, and sexual harassment in public and private spaces," she said.

She emphasized the urgency of the crisis, citing escalating media reports of gender-based violence this year. "There is a problem that needs to be addressed—now."

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South African court orders Lungu body repatriationThe High Court in South Africa has ended weeks of fights between the Z...
08/08/2025

South African court orders Lungu body repatriation

The High Court in South Africa has ended weeks of fights between the Zambian government and the family of the leader former President, Edgar Lungu and ordered the repatriation of his body.

Sitting in Pretoria today, the Judges ruled in favour of the Zambian government to have Lungu's body taken to Lusaka for burial.
Lungu died in South Africa at the age of 68 and his family wanted him to be buried in South Africa in a private ceremony, while the Hakainde Hichilema administration wanted him to be buried in Embassy Park Lusaka.

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Businessman Kuda Tagwirei disowns social media accounts attributed to himSakunda Holdings has issued a statement distanc...
07/08/2025

Businessman Kuda Tagwirei disowns social media accounts attributed to him

Sakunda Holdings has issued a statement distancing Tagwirei from online profiles claiming to represent him or his business roles. The company stated he currently has no official social media presence but is in the process of setting up verified accounts, which will be confirmed through official channels.

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Army fumes over abandoned national projectsBinga, August 06 - The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has sharply criticized th...
07/08/2025

Army fumes over abandoned national projects

Binga, August 06 - The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has sharply criticized the failure by contractors and government entities to complete taxpayer-funded projects, leaving communities without critical infrastructure while those responsible evade accountability.

The rebuke came as the ZNA handed over a newly built, state-of-the-art District Veterinary Office in Binga—a project completed swiftly through military-civil collaboration. Major General Simo Maseko, ZNA Chief of Staff Quartermaster Staff, condemned the trend of abandoned projects, contrasting it with the army’s proven efficiency.

“Most of our projects are either incomplete or die a natural death in the planning stages,” said Maj Gen Maseko. “But today, we are handing over a completed facility because the Zimbabwe Defence Forces set a vision and delivered.”

The new veterinary office, equipped with modern diagnostic labs, solar-powered cold storage, and training facilities, will support Binga’s 106,000 cattle-dependent households. Maj Gen Maseko emphasized its role in food security, lamenting that many such crucial initiatives stall due to negligence.

Chief Director of Veterinary Services Dr. Pious Makaya admitted systemic failures, acknowledging that without military intervention, the project would likely have joined others left unfinished for over a decade.

“Some projects are just a foundation, some are 10, 15 years old—never completed,” said Dr. Makaya. “This is a rare success.”

The handover follows damning Auditor-General reports exposing incomplete projects despite full payments to contractors. The army’s stance underscores growing frustration over mismanagement of public funds, with communities bearing the cost.

_Reporting by Anesu Masamvu and Kudakwashe Chibvuri_

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Vendors' ban unlawful, says lawyer Fadzayi Mahere in challenge to governmentHarare, August 04 – Harare lawyer and opposi...
04/08/2025

Vendors' ban unlawful, says lawyer Fadzayi Mahere in challenge to government

Harare, August 04 – Harare lawyer and opposition figure Fadzayi Mahere has slammed the government’s abrupt ban on street vending and second-hand clothing sales, calling it a violation of constitutional rights and warning that the order lacks legal force.

The directive, announced by Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe, gave authorities one month to enforce the ban, citing urban bylaws and crime concerns. But Mahere argues that the move—which risks thousands of livelihoods—was made without proper legal backing.

“You have no power to ban trade by press statement,” Mahere stated on social media platform X, invoking Section 68 of Zimbabwe’s Constitution, which mandates that government actions must be lawfully enacted. “Unless there’s a valid law underlying this ban, it is invalid.”

The ban threatens Zimbabwe’s informal sector, which employs over 60% of the workforce amid chronic unemployment. Vendors, many already struggling with inflation, fear ruin.

Mahere, known for holding officials to account, has again positioned herself as a vocal check on government overreach.

Reporting by Anesu Masamvu and Kudakwashe Chibvuri

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9-year-old boy killed as deadly dog attacks now a grim patternDarwendale, August 04 – A nine-year-old boy has become the...
04/08/2025

9-year-old boy killed as deadly dog attacks now a grim pattern

Darwendale, August 04 – A nine-year-old boy has become the latest victim in a growing trend of fatal dog attacks in Zimbabwe, raising urgent concerns over reckless pet ownership and weak enforcement of safety laws.

Shelton Panganai was mauled to death by four Boerboels on 17 July while playing soccer with other children at Bornvalley Farm in Darwendale. According to police, the dogs escaped from their owner’s property and chased the children, with Shelton attacked in a nearby gum tree plantation.

Police have arrested the owner, Mark Masendeke Magede, and the dogs have since been killed. Authorities insist the case "will not be swept under the carpet."

This tragedy mirrors a series of deadly incidents. In June, a 39-year-old man was killed by a pit bull in New Bluffhill, while a primary school pupil survived a neck attack by two Boerboels and a Rottweiler after the owner left a gate open.

Since 2022, multiple fatalities—including a nine-year-old girl in Harare and a security guard in Waterfalls—have exposed lax oversight. While some owners face arrest, critics say authorities must act faster to regulate dangerous breeds and penalize negligence.

With attacks now a grim pattern, pressure mounts on lawmakers and police to tighten laws before more lives are lost.

Reporting by Anesu Masamvu and Kudakwashe Chibvuri

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Minister Garwe announces street vending ban, risking thousands of livelihoodsHarare, August 04 – The government has orde...
04/08/2025

Minister Garwe announces street vending ban, risking thousands of livelihoods

Harare, August 04 – The government has ordered an immediate ban on night vending and street sales of second-hand clothes, a move that threatens the income of thousands in the struggling informal sector.

Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe cited urban bylaw violations and links to rising crime as reasons for the crackdown, calling it a "national security threat." No alternative income plans have been proposed.

With over 60% of Zimbabwe’s workforce relying on informal trade, the abrupt enforcement—set to be completed within a month—raises concerns over mass unemployment in an economy already facing severe job shortages.

Harare officials have been instructed to carry out the ban "orderly," but traders fear devastating consequences.

Reporting by Kudakwashe Chibvuri

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Minister warns procurement officials against 'Self-Enrichment' in tendersBulawayo, 04 August – The Minister of Skills Au...
04/08/2025

Minister warns procurement officials against 'Self-Enrichment' in tenders

Bulawayo, 04 August – The Minister of Skills Audit and Development, Professor Paul Mavhima, has issued a stern warning to procurement professionals against abusing their positions for personal gain, emphasizing that public tenders must serve national development, not private enrichment.

Speaking at the 4th Annual Public Procurement Symposium in Bulawayo, themed "Beyond Compliance: Strategic Thinking for the Modern Procurement Professional," Minister Mavhima stressed that procurement officials must uphold integrity, transparency, and strategic value in public spending.

"A procurement professional is not a platform for self-enrichment; it is a call to steward our country's progress with honour,"* he said. *"Every ethical purchase, every fair tender process, is an investment in the well-being of our communities."

His remarks come amid widespread public concern over "tenderpreneurship" —where politically connected individuals allegedly manipulate procurement processes to secure lucrative government contracts. While not naming specific cases, the minister’s address appeared to respond to broader criticisms that public tenders in Zimbabwe are often gatekept by a privileged few.

Mavhima urged officials to adhere to the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, which mandates fairness and includes provisions to empower marginalized groups. "We are not gatekeepers of resources, we are architects of development," he said. "Let’s build systems that serve, not siphon."

The symposium brought together procurement professionals to discuss improving accountability in public sector spending.

Reporting by Anesu Masamvu and Kudakwashe Chibvuri

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President Mnangagwa launches Zimbabwe’s Tourism & Hospitality Policy, paving the way for growthHarare, [August 04]– Pres...
04/08/2025

President Mnangagwa launches Zimbabwe’s Tourism & Hospitality Policy, paving the way for growth

Harare, [August 04]– President Emmerson Mnangagwa officially unveiled Zimbabwe’s Tourism and Hospitality Industry Policy at State House today, marking a pivotal step in strengthening one of the nation’s most vital economic sectors.

With tourism contributing an impressive 15% to GDP in 2024 —surpassing mining and agriculture—the sector stands as a key driver of employment, investment, and economic diversification. The policy aims to further boost growth in accommodation, conferences, restaurants, and leisure parks, reinforcing Zimbabwe’s position as a premier travel destination.

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Veteran broadcaster Sugar Chagonda appointed ZBC CEOHarare, August 04 – Veteran broadcaster and communications expert Su...
04/08/2025

Veteran broadcaster Sugar Chagonda appointed ZBC CEO

Harare, August 04 – Veteran broadcaster and communications expert Sugar Chagonda has been named the new Chief Executive Officer of the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC), ending months of acting leadership at the state-run broadcaster.

Chagonda, a familiar face having once served as a ZBC news anchor, brings decades of high-level management experience, including roles at the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority and the Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company. A skilled PR and communications strategist, his background in reputation management and corporate affairs will be tested in one of the country’s most politically sensitive media roles.

His appointment comes at a critical juncture for ZBC, long accused of partisan reporting favoring the ruling Zanu PF party—a stark contrast to more balanced state broadcasters like South Africa’s SABC. Observers say Chagonda will need a steady hand to navigate the broadcaster’s entrenched challenges while driving reform.

In a potential boost, his tenure begins as the government enforces mandatory $92 annual ZBC radio licence fees for all vehicle owners, a move expected to significantly bolster the broadcaster’s revenue.

Chagonda replaces a string of acting CEOs following the suspension of Adelaide Chikunguru last year. Now, with increased revenue and his extensive background, the challenge will be transforming ZBC into a trusted public service broadcaster.

Reporting by Anesu Masamvu and Kudakwashe Chibvuri

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President to launch tourism policyPresident Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to officially launch Zimbabwe’s Tourism and Hospit...
04/08/2025

President to launch tourism policy

President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to officially launch Zimbabwe’s Tourism and Hospitality Industry Policy at State House today. The sector, a key economic pillar, contributed 15% to GDP in 2024—outperforming mining and agriculture—and drives significant employment and investment opportunities in accommodation, conferences, restaurants, and leisure parks.

Tourism Minister Barbra Rwodzi, industry stakeholders, and Senator Sengezo Tshabangu are among the attendees.

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