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13th Chief Wedza installed in Zvishavane 0
- Local
- October 15, 2026
THOUSANDS of people gathered at Msipani Primary School in Zvishavane on Saturday for the installation of Taruba Moyo as the 13th substantive Chief Wedza, in a ceremony that highlighted the role of traditional leaders in preserving cultural heritage and protecting the environment. Chief Wedza was formally appointed to the office by President Dr Emmerson Mnangagwa
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ZERA on awareness campaign 0
- Business, Local
- October 15, 2026
By Mthulisi Nxumalo The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has launched a nationwide awareness campaign on the Electricity (Energy Management) Regulations, 2026, also known as Statutory Instrument 122 of 2026 (SI 122), with Gweru hosting the first awareness workshop this week. The regulations provide a framework to improve energy efficiency, reduce wastage, and strengthen the
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Gweru courts go paperless as IECMS goes live 0
- Crime & Courts, Local
- October 15, 2026
Tanyaradzwa Chigumbu The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has introduced the Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS) at the Gweru Civil and Criminal Courts, marking a major shift from paper-based court processes to digital case management. The system went live on October 1 and is expected to improve the efficiency of court operations, reduce paperwork, speed
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O’ZAPU Demands Accountability Over Gwanda Solar Project as Matabeleland Faces Power Shortages 0
- Local
- October 9, 2026
By Staff Reporter Original ZAPU (O) ZAPU has called for accountability and transparency over the stalled Gwanda Solar Project, saying the people of Matabeleland cannot continue to endure electricity shortages while questions surrounding major development projects remain unanswered. The party’s call follows revelations by Joachim “G6” Chivayo, brother of the late businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who
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Chahwanda pledges more investment in Kwekwe Community 0
- Business, Local
- October 7, 2026
Blessing Nduku Gold Metal Investments has pledged to strengthen its investment in Kwekwe, with the mining company saying its recognition at the 2026 Great Dyke Awards has further motivated it to contribute to the development of communities where it operates. The commitment was made following the recognition of Gold Metal Investments General Manager Charles Chahwanda,
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TelOne boosts Gweru’s waste management efforts 0
- Health, Local
- October 7, 2026
Blessing Nduku The City of Gweru has received a boost in its efforts to improve cleanliness following the donation of 20 refuse bins by telecommunications company TelOne. The bins, which are branded with the company’s corporate identity, are expected to increase the availability of waste disposal points within the city and complement the council’s ongoing
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