Parliament Passes CAB3, Sends Bill to Mnangagwa

The National Assembly adopted Senate changes to CAB3 on Monday, clearing the last parliamentary step before presidential assent.

Parliament Passes CAB3, Sends Bill to Mnangagwa

The National Assembly adopted Senate changes to CAB3 on Monday, clearing the last parliamentary step before presidential assent.

The National Assembly adopted Senate changes to Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 on Monday. The vote cleared the final legislative obstacle and sent the constitutional amendment to President Emmerson Mnangagwa for signature. Parliament completed all required procedural stages in a single session. The bill now awaits presidential assent after clearing both houses. The Senate had proposed amendments to several clauses. The National Assembly concurred without recorded opposition.

Ramaphosa Warns Vigilantes as June 30 Protests Arrive

President Ramaphosa ordered law enforcement to prevent vigilantism as nationwide anti-immigration protests proceed on June 30.

President Cyril Ramaphosa warned citizens against vigilantism in a National Council of Provinces session on Monday, stating law enforcement agencies will maintain order during the June 30 demonstrations. His newsletter and public addresses reinforced that peaceful protest is a constitutional right but violence will face arrest. The March and March movement and allied groups reiterated their demand for undocumented foreign nationals to leave South Africa. Security forces increased their presence nationwide in preparation for the coordinated protests. Ahead of the demonstrations, Southern African bloc diplomats called for restraint while governments activated emergency consular support for their citizens.

Government Buses Collect Thousands of Zimbabweans in South Africa

Zimbabwe deployed more buses to Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban to repatriate citizens facing a June 30 protest deadline.

Zimbabwe's government deployed additional buses to Cape Town, Gqeberha, Johannesburg, and Durban to expedite the return of citizens. The repatriation effort moved 3,624 nationals back to Zimbabwe by June 26, according to official figures. The operation targets Zimbabweans sheltering at consulates and safety camps who face an unofficial June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant pressure groups. Officials stated the entire repatriation receives full government funding. Zimbabwe's 2022 census recorded roughly 700,000 nationals residing in South Africa. The government continues expanding bus capacity to meet demand at multiple collection points.

Zimbabwe Waives Import Duty for Returnees from South Africa

Zimbabwe waived import duties for verified returnees from South Africa, covering household goods, equipment, and one vehicle each.

Minister Soda Zhemu announced a special duty waiver for Zimbabweans returning from South Africa, covering personal and household goods, commercial equipment, and one motor vehicle per returnee. He specified strict conditions, including a five-year ownership requirement for vehicles, to block abuse by non-qualifying individuals. The waiver eliminates import duties as a financial barrier for returnees fleeing the anti-immigrant pressure. Authorities emphasized the measure applies exclusively to verified Zimbabwean nationals undergoing official repatriation. Customs officials at border posts received the implementation directive as bus arrivals increased.

Zimbabwe Pursues 500-Megawatt Solar Power Expansion

Zimbabwe is considering private sector proposals to install 500 megawatts of solar energy capacity amid crippling power cuts.

Zimbabwe is considering private sector proposals to install 500 megawatts of solar energy capacity. The initiative targets the prolonged power shortages that continue to restrict industrial output and economic growth. Authorities are evaluating bids for large-scale photovoltaic installations. The program focuses on securing new generation assets to stabilize supply. Grid instability persists as the primary risk to industrial production schedules.

Harare Man Charged for Recruiting for Russian Army

Edward Kachingwe faced a Harare court on Monday accused of recruiting Zimbabweans to join the Russian military.

Edward Kachingwe, a 36-year-old Harare resident, appeared in court on Monday charged with recruiting Zimbabweans to fight for the Russian military in Ukraine. A Harare magistrate remanded him in custody and directed him to apply for bail at the High Court. The charges allege Kachingwe operated a recruitment network connecting Zimbabwean nationals to Russian military service. Prosecutors presented evidence linking the accused to multiple recruitment transactions. The High Court will now determine whether Kachingwe receives bail pending trial.

Electoral Commission Removes 6,375 Dead Voters from Roll

The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission will delete 6,375 deceased registrants from the national voters roll.

The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission will remove 6,375 deceased citizens from the national voters roll. The commission stated the purge aims to clean its database by eliminating registered voters confirmed dead. The removal process targets names verified through official death records and family notifications. ZEC officials confirmed the database update follows standard electoral maintenance procedures. Voter roll accuracy remains a central demand from electoral reform advocates ahead of future elections.

Judge Demands Sentencing Overhaul for Packed Prisons

A High Court judge called for immediate sentencing reforms to reduce severe overcrowding in Manicaland prisons.

A High Court judge demanded urgent sentencing reforms after an inspection exposed severe overcrowding in Manicaland's correctional facilities. The judge identified sentencing practices as a primary driver of the congestion. The inspection revealed inmate populations far exceeding designed facility capacities across multiple prisons. Judicial authorities documented conditions that violate constitutional standards for humane detention. Legislative reform remains the only mechanism to address the structural causes of prison overcrowding.

Oil Prices Retreat After US and Iran Pause Attacks

Oil prices fell from earlier highs after the US and Iran agreed to de-escalate following weekend strikes.

Oil futures pared early gains after Washington and Tehran agreed to halt attacks on each other following a weekend flare-up. A supertanker sustained damage near the Strait of Hormuz during the escalation before both sides stepped back. The de-escalation agreement stabilized crude markets that had spiked on supply disruption fears. Traders recalibrated positions as the immediate threat to Gulf shipping lanes receded. Fuel price stability across southern Africa depends on sustained calm in the Strait of Hormuz transit corridor.

Mafikizolo Axed from Victoria Falls Concert Lineup

Mafikizolo was removed from the July 5 Buddie Beatz Concert in Victoria Falls after public backlash linked to anti-immigrant tensions.

Organizers dropped South African Afro-pop duo Mafikizolo from the July 5 Buddie Beatz Concert lineup in Victoria Falls. The removal occurred after public pressure over tensions targeting Zimbabweans in South Africa. The event's promotional materials no longer feature the group, and promoters issued no official explanation. Calls for the cancellation argued the performance was inappropriate given the circumstances.

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