Retired Teacher Killed in Robbery as Police Seek Stolen Probox

A 66-year-old retired teacher, Addmore Chirombe, was reportedly killed during a robbery, with a stolen Probox now being sought in Harare and surrounding areas.

ANC Loses Electoral Court Battle Over Candidate List Dispute

The ANC has lost its Electoral Court challenge against the IEC over the submission of 181 councillor candidates ahead of South Africa’s 4 November 2026 local government elections.

Kelsea Tafirenyika Appears in Harare Court as Drug and Money-Laundering Case Continues

Kelsea Tafirenyika appeared at the Harare Magistrates Court for a routine remand hearing while out on bail in cases involving alleged drug offences and money laundering.

ZRP Clarifies: Suspect Named Mambo Dhuterere Is Not the Musician

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has clarified that a wanted suspect identified as “Mambo Dhuterere” in an armed robbery investigation is not the Zimbabwean musician who uses the same name.

Tshabangu Calls for Coltart Recall as Bulawayo's Geo Pomona Debate Intensifies

Senator Sengezo Tshabangu has called for David Coltart's recall if he continues opposing the government's approach to Geo Pomona, as Bulawayo's waste-management dispute enters a new phase.

Zimbabwean Man Remanded in Botswana Over Suspected Human Remains

A 28-year-old Zimbabwean man has been remanded in Botswana after being arrested near Shashe Mooke Village and charged over suspected human remains and illegal entry into the country.

42 Masvingo Chiefs Vote to Recall Charumbira and Two Others From Chiefs Council

Forty-two of 45 Masvingo chiefs have voted to recall Chief Fortune Charumbira and two other chiefs from the National Council of Chiefs, potentially costing all three their Senate seats.

MDC National Chairman Tapiwa Mashakada Resigns After Appointment to Zimbabwe Media Commission

Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) national chairman Tapiwa J. G. Mashakada has resigned from both his party position and party membership following his appointment as a commissioner of the Zimbabwe Media Commission (ZMC). Mashakada announced his resignation in a letter dated September 15, 2026, addressed to MDC president Senator Douglas

ZRP Arrests Three Suspects in Armed Robbery Cases

The ZRP has arrested three suspects over a series of armed robberies in Ruwa, Harare and Rusape, recovering cash, firearms, ammunition and other items allegedly linked to the cases.

Mother and Two Children Killed in Darwendale, Police Investigate

Police are investigating the alleged murder of a 26-year-old mother and her two children at Shirleigh Farm in Darwendale after their bodies were found in a hut that was allegedly set on fire.

Cde (Traore) Malcolm Masarira Says New Vehicle Was Torched, Fire Spread to His Home

Political activist Malcolm Masarira, known as Cde Traore, reportedly had his newly acquired vehicle set on fire by unknown assailants, with the blaze allegedly spreading to his home.

Chamisa Attacks Munhumutapa Day, Says Zimbabwe Needs a New Political Direction

Nelson Chamisa has criticised Zimbabwe’s new Munhumutapa Day public holiday, arguing that the country needs stronger institutions and a political culture that puts national interests ahead of personalities.

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Chegutu Municipality Unveils New Equipment to Boost Service Delivery

Chegutu Municipality has unveiled new equipment as part of efforts to strengthen service delivery and support the local authority’s 2026 strategic direction. The municipality unveiled a tipper truck, backhoe loader, service vehicle and personal protective equipment (PPE) during a programme highlighting ongoing efforts to improve municipal operations. The new

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Zimbabwe Mono-Currency Return Will Be Market-Led, Says RBZ Governor

RBZ Governor: Zimbabwe’s Return to Mono-Currency Will Be Market-Led Zimbabwe’s return to a mono-currency system will not be determined by a fixed date, but by economic conditions, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor Dr John Mushayavanhu has said. Mushayavanhu said the transition to a single currency

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Zimbabwe's Power Crisis: Government Under Pressure to Deliver

Zimbabwe’s power sector faces a major delivery test as government pushes ZESA reforms and new generation projects. Despite improvements, years of delays raise questions over whether Zimbabwe can deliver reliable electricity to households and businesses.

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Mnangagwa Sends ZIMSEC Amendment Bill Back to Parliament

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has sent the ZIMSEC Amendment Bill back to Parliament, forcing legislators to reconsider provisions aimed at tackling examination malpractice and paper leakages.

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Munhumutapa Day: Zimbabwe's New Holiday Raises Political Questions

Zimbabwe will mark its first Munhumutapa Day as a public holiday on September 15, but the decision to hold the commemoration on President Emmerson Mnangagwa's birthday has sparked debate over the intersection of national heritage and presidential politics

South Africa

Two Teens Killed in Philippi Shooting, Four Seriously Injured

Two teenagers have been killed and four others seriously injured after six boys were shot by two unidentified suspects in Philippi, Cape Town.

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Rand Falls as Oil Prices Surge Ahead of Fed Decision

The rand has fallen by more than 1% as surging oil prices and uncertainty ahead of the US Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision put pressure on South Africa's currency.

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South Africa Weather Warning: Flooding, Storms and Strong Winds

South Africa faces heavy rain, thunderstorms, flooding and damaging winds as a cut-off low affects several provinces on 14 September 2026.

Missing Kempton Park Runner Elizabeth Moselakgomo Identified

Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo, 38, has been identified after disappearing during a run in Kempton Park as police investigate several women's deaths.

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21 Killed in Horror N1 Crash Between Prince Albert and Leeu-Gamka

At least 21 people have died and four others were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the N1 between Prince Albert and Leeu-Gamka.

South Africa

SECURITY BREACH AT SOUTH AFRICAN PARLIAMENT AS INTRUDER FOUND INSIDE PRECINCT

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA — Security personnel at South Africa’s Parliament discovered an unauthorised man inside the parliamentary precinct during the early hours of Friday, prompting his removal and handover to police. Information released by Parliament indicates that the individual may have remained inside the premises overnight before Parliamentary Protection