Chiwenga: Fierce general trapped in crocodile jaws

Chiwenga: Fierce general trapped in crocodile jaws

WITHIN just six years, the once all-powerful Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga — the mover and shaker of the military coup that ousted former president Robert Mugabe and a major influencer of the second republic’s first cabinet — is now a pale shadow of his former self, as he has been left institutionally weak and politically vulnerable while serving at the pleasure of President Emmerson Mnangagwa.

Why Mavima was removed from Nssa’s feeding trough

Why Mavima was removed from Nssa’s feeding trough

ONE of the main contributing factors why President Emmerson Mnangagwa removed former Public Service and Social Welfare minister Paul Mavima from his portfolio was his involvement in the corrupt US$400 000 upmarket house deal in Quinnington, Borrowdale, Harare, reported by The NewsHawks, involving the National Social Security Authority (Nssa) and Treasury, it has emerged.

Nssa chairperson ordered to surrender luxury vehicle

Nssa chairperson ordered to surrender luxury vehicle

A MOVE by National Social Security Authority (Nssa) chairperson Emmanuel Fundira (pictured) to start a fresh round of “eating” — looting — at the U$1.2 billion statutory pension fund by securing a new luxury car for himself while pensioners get peanuts has been thwarted by the Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC).

How Mnangagwa consolidated power and outwitted military

How Mnangagwa consolidated power and outwitted military

WITH his controversial re-election —achieved with a minimal contribution from the military, and his subsequent swearing-in and cabinet appointments — President Emmerson Mnangagwa has all but completed his power consolidation project, which commenced soon after the 2017 military coup.

Don’t condemn Zim, we need minerals: British MP

Don’t condemn Zim, we need minerals: British MP

BRITAIN’S stance towards Zimbabwe after it held shambolic elections could be compromised as its lawmakers are warning Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s administration to be cautious, considering London’s desire to exploit vast natural resources in the southern African country.

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MDC sends SOS to African leaders

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MDC sends SOS to African leaders

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Zimbabwe is steadfastly drifting into chaos and the economy is threatened as a result of "an orchestrated campaign of violence" by President Robert Mugabe, the country's...

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Mossad helps with rigging – Makumbe

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The Israeli Intelligence Agency Mossad has been accused of rigging elections for Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe....
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Mossad helps with rigging – Makumbe

LONDON
The Israeli Intelligence Agency Mossad has been accused of rigging elections for Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe....
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Thousands attend Sikhala rally


HARARE
Thousands of ululating and singing MDC (Mutambara) supporters thronged Huruyadzo Shopping Centre in St Mary's Constituency...
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Free and fair election fever grips nation



…as bumper crowds turn up...
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Mbeki wants Mugabe to go


HARARE
The Zimbabwean is in possession of a copy of a letter written by a member of...
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Nkomo’s memory tarnished by Zanu – MFP


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The Matabeleland Freedom Party (MFP), an emerging political entity based in that region, has said that...
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Church members furious with Kunonga

HARARE
Pro-Zanu (PF) and controversial Anglican leader, Bishop Nolbert Kunonga, has stirred fresh controversy over what church...
5.7.2007 0:00

Don’t shoot, cabinet tells Mugabe


HARARE
President Robert Mugabe last week almost pulled the trigger on his poeple yet again by unleashing...
5.7.2007 0:00

Gono in big trouble

HARARE
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Reserve bank of Zimbabwe Governor, Gideon Gono is in trouble from those opposed to...

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Coup plot – a creation of CIO

… but 300 pay the ultimate price
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The recently-publicised coup plot was a creation of the...

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Makoni denies ‘sell-out’ charge

… "things cannot go on like this"
HARARE
Former Finance Minister, Dr Simba Makoni, has lashed out...
5.7.2007 0:00

‘Change is coming’ promises Morgan

HARARE
Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai has urged Zimbabweans to exercise restraint despite worsening abuse by President Robert...

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