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13/10/2026

Gvt Moves to Create National Database for Small Businesses

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Corporation (SMEDCO) says the initiative has reached the minimum viable product (MVP) stage with an online registration portal under development.

13/10/2026

Why Split the Ministries: Power Play or Strategic Mandate Restructuring?

A specialised Ministry of Finance could strengthen fiscal discipline, revenue mobilisation, expenditure control and debt sustainability achieved since 2017

13/10/2026

Mhona Appoints Board of Inquiry to Probe Lake Kariba Vessel Accident

The Ministry said the inquiry would also assess the broader regulatory framework governing inland water transport and recommend measures to prevent similar incidents.

13/10/2026

Zimbabwe could see another rise in fuel costs after global oil prices rose on Monday following attacks on two airports in Saudi Arabia.

Full story here: https://www.263chat.com/oil-prices-rise-middle-east-tensions-zimbabwe-fuel-costs/

13/10/2026

Rwanda has signed a 10-year agreement with Formula 1 to host a Grand Prix from the early 2030s, paving the way for the championship’s return to Africa for the first time since 1993.

Full story here:
https://www.263chat.com/rwanda-formula-1-grand-prix-dea

13/10/2026

Batanai Java, the elder brother of controversial preacher Prophet Passion Java, has been accused of assaulting his estranged wife, Fadzai Benhilda, in a domestic violence case reportedly under police investigation.

The matter was reported at Boka Police Station under case number RRB5972038, according to information obtained by 263Chat.

https://www.263chat.com/passion-javas-brother-batanai-accused-of-domestic-violence/

12/10/2026

At least 139 migrants, including 15 children, have died after a boat capsized off Djibouti en route to Yemen, with 84 people still missing.

Full story here: https://www.263chat.com/djibouti-migrant-boat-capsizes-139-dead/

12/10/2026

LEGENDS MEET THE CROSSBAR CHALLENGE!

The skills are still there, but can they hit the target?

Former Warriors stars Edward Sadomba, Kevin Mushangazhike, Takesure Chiragwi, Shingi Kawondera, and others take on the ultimate test of precision, bragging rights and football pride!

Who’s got the golden touch, and who’s going home with the banter? 😂

Watch till the end and tell us who takes the crown!

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12/10/2026

Azalet Dube: The Health Promoter Who Believes in the Power of Teamwork

Dube joined MSF nearly eight years ago, initially working as a counsellor in a migration project supporting people who faced barriers to accessing healthcare in central Johannesburg, South Africa.

12/10/2026

Zimbabwe Launches Drone Parcel Delivery Service

Zimbabwe has taken a major step toward modernising its postal and logistics sector by launching a drone parcel delivery solution.

The initiative, a partnership between Zimpost and Drone Solutions, will use drones to transport parcels efficiently, improving access to delivery services, particularly in hard-to-reach areas.

officially launched the drone parcel delivery service in Bulilima District as part of commemorations marking World Post Day. The initiative is expected to harness technology to enhance last-mile delivery, improve efficiency and expand postal services across Zimbabwe