Opposition Harare West MP Joanna Mamombe delivered a blistering rejection of CAB3 in Parliament, calling the bill a 'constitutional fraud' that weakens democracy and promotes patronage. The proposed legislation, which bypassed genuine public consultation, faces intense opposition from critics who brand it a choreographed bid to entrench State power. The clash exposes deepening friction over the amendment's legitimacy.
Archive — 2026-06-16
19 stories Ikka considered most significant on this day. Tap the on any story to read its summary and sources.
Self-exiled former Deputy Minister Godfrey Gandawa blasted CAB3 as a 'democratic evasion,' dismissing the government's claim of 99% public approval as statistical fiction in a viral video reported by NewZimbabwe.com. He argued the bill lacked legitimacy because Parliament bypassed genuine public consultation, warning it is a choreographed bid to entrench State power and promote bribery. Gandawa's broadside amplifies opposition to the controversial amendment.
The government enacted significant amendments to the VAT Act, imposing export taxes on unbeneficiated chrome and antimony effective January 1, 2026, as reported by The Financial Gazette. The taxes aim to strengthen revenue collection and promote value addition. Industry insiders warn the levy could stoke friction with miners who lack domestic processing capacity, potentially stalling new investment.
Three City of Harare employees were denied bail after a magistrate ruled their alleged negligence in the Budiriro sewer pit tragedy amounted to culpable homicide resulting in deaths, as reported by Daily News and New Zimbabwe. The ruling intensifies scrutiny on the council's crumbling infrastructure and fatal delays in addressing hazards.
The government launched a programme to re-enrol nearly 40,000 learners who dropped out in 2025 due to economic hardships, following official data from the Education Ministry reported by New Zimbabwe. The cascade of dropouts underscores a deepening education crisis, with poverty and cost-of-living pressures bypassing state safety nets.
A Harare magistrate dismissed PHD Ministries founder Walter Magaya's bid to refer his rape case to the Constitutional Court, ruling he failed to raise any constitutional issues warranting intervention. The ruling forces Magaya to face trial, as his legal strategy to stall proceedings was bypassed.
Premier African Minerals raised US$1.07 million through a share subscription to fund operations at its Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project in Zimbabwe. The funding, secured at 0.02 pence per share, signals investor interest but comes amid volatility in lithium markets and export tax pressures on critical minerals.
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) impounded about 110 vehicles in Harare during a blitz targeting non-compliant motorists. The enforcement squeeze aims to plug revenue leaks.
A Harare resident sued the City of Harare to stop the rollout of prepaid water meters, arguing the system is not supported by existing water laws as reported by iHarare. The legal challenge threatens to stall a key revenue collection initiative.
New Zimbabwe reports that the US and Iran reached a tentative agreement early Monday to open the Strait of Hormuz and extend a shaky ceasefire, with Trump ordering an end to the US naval blockade. The deal—unconfirmed by Tehran—could unlock oil to global markets, but faces hardliner resistance and questions over implementation.
A third suspect linked to the murder of a couple in the Kruger National Park was arrested in Zimbabwe following a cross-border manhunt by South African, Mozambican, and Zimbabwean authorities, as reported by ZimGazette. The arrest, made on June 12, marks a breakthrough in the investigation.
A Bulawayo kombi driver who crashed into a group of pedestrians, killing two, has been sentenced to an effective 36 months in prison as reported by iHarare. The sentence underscores the persistent toll of reckless driving in Zimbabwe's informal transport sector.
Zimbabwean-born academic Dr. Stanley Mpofu was appointed to the board of SAICA, marking a milestone in his three-decade career in ICT and higher education, as reported by iHarare. The appointment highlights Zimbabwean talent in South Africa's professional services.
Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo's company, IMC Construction Kenya, won a stake in a US$2.9 billion consortium to expand Kenya's main international airport, as reported by iHarare. The deal positions Chivayo for a major African infrastructure play.
Multiple outlets, including New Zimbabwe and ZimGazette, report that newly released CIA files reveal the agency placed its Zimbabwe assets on high alert in the summer of 2008 after a UFO was spotted hovering over Harare International Airport. The incident, detailed in a declassified cable, has reignited debate over surveillance protocols.
The UK will ban children under 16 from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube, effective early next year, to protect them from harmful content and excessive screen time, as reported by New Zimbabwe. The move aligns with growing global efforts to regulate platforms.
Police launched an investigation after a parent allegedly stormed the pitch during a rugby match between CBC and Eaglesvale College, manhandling players and drawing a firearm, as reported by New Zimbabwe. The incident has highlighted security concerns at school sporting events.
iHarare and New Zimbabwe report that Sonja Madzikanda expressed shock after the High Court reportedly ruled she was never married to businessman Wicknell Chivayo, despite years together and public ceremonies. The ruling, which Madzikanda announced on Instagram, underscores the fraught legal territory of customary marriages.
Willard Katsande's impact at Scottland FC has boosted the club's Division One title hopes, with the ex-Kaizer Chiefs star inspiring the team to go top of the league, as reported by iHarare. The resurgence of veteran players in lower-tier leagues highlights shifting dynamics.