Mnangagwa daughter-in-law arrested on drug charges

Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika spent the night in custody after prosecutors blocked her release.

Mnangagwa daughter-in-law arrested on drug charges

Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika spent the night in custody after prosecutors blocked her release.

Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika, the 22-year-old second wife of Collins Mnangagwa, spent Wednesday night behind bars after Harare prosecutors successfully opposed her release. She appeared before a magistrate on allegations of dealing in dangerous drugs and was remanded to Thursday for a bail hearing. Prosecutors argued she posed a flight risk and could interfere with witnesses. The defense pushed for her immediate release, citing her young age and family ties. Prosecutors successfully opposed bail for the president's daughter-in-law on alleged drug dealing charges.

US disputes Zimbabwe account on US$365m health deal

US Embassy contradicts Zimbabwean government's version of the rejected US$365 million health proposal.

The United States Embassy in Harare publicly contradicted Information Minister Zhemu Soda's account of the rejected US$365 million health deal. Soda had told Parliament that the US sought to collect private health data for research that might not benefit Zimbabweans. The embassy called the government's version inaccurate. The rejection triggered a US statement that Zimbabwe had assured it could handle its own health needs. The US Embassy called the government's account inaccurate.

State of disaster fast-tracks repatriation of 11 crash victims

Mnangagwa unlocked emergency funds to repatriate 11 Zimbabweans killed in a South Africa bus crash.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa declared the bus crash that killed 11 Zimbabweans in South Africa a State of Disaster, unlocking emergency funds for repatriation. The declaration under Section 27(1) of the Civil Protection Act fast-tracks the return of the victims' bodies. The crash involved a Munhenzva Transport Services bus on the N1 highway near Trompsburg. The declaration follows the earlier classification of the tragedy as a disaster on August 5. The step highlights the government's reactive approach to citizen safety abroad.

Supreme Court limits Mpofu Chimombe appeal to legal arguments only

Supreme Court grants limited appeal on legal issues but blocks challenge to factual findings in fraud case.

The Supreme Court granted convicted businessmen Moses Mpofu and Mike Chimombe a limited appeal on their US$7.3 million goat tender fraud conviction but blocked any challenge to their prison sentences. The court ruled the pair could argue only on questions of law, not on the High Court's factual findings. The judgment stated that grounds attacking the court's findings on fact or mixed law and fact had no merit. This leaves the pair with a narrow legal path while their incarceration continues. The ruling confines the appeal to technical legal issues, making a reversal unlikely.

CNRG petitions Mnangagwa to stop mining at Christmas Pass

CNRG petitioned President Mnangagwa to halt mining at Christmas Pass, citing environmental damage and rule of law violations.

The Centre for Natural Resource Governance (CNRG) petitioned President Mnangagwa to halt all mining at Mutare's Christmas Pass, calling the operations illegal and environmentally destructive. The civil society group submitted a petition Tuesday invoking the President's constitutional authority to protect natural resources. The mining activities have caused irreversible damage to the iconic landmark known for its biodiversity and ecological importance. CNRG argued the operations violate existing environmental laws and the rule of law. The petition tests Mnangagwa's willingness to enforce environmental protections against powerful mining interests.

Afreximbank provides US$190m loan package to CBZ Bank

Afreximbank signed a US$190 million package for CBZ Bank to boost Zimbabwe's trade finance capacity.

Afreximbank finalized a US$190 million facilities package for CBZ Bank Limited of Zimbabwe, signing three separate agreements in El Alamein, Egypt. The deal includes an additional US$40 million expansion of CBZ's existing trade finance facility. The financing aims to support Zimbabwe's economic growth by boosting CBZ's capacity to back local businesses. The signing involved senior executives from both institutions. The credit injection provides short-term liquidity relief but does not address Zimbabwe's underlying structural challenges.

Zimbabwe stock market overtakes Nigeria as Africa's best performer

Zimbabwe ended July as Africa's best-performing stock market, overtaking Nigeria, due to easing inflation and a stable currency.

Zimbabwe ended July as Africa's best-performing stock market, overtaking Nigeria, after months of sustained gains. Data from African Markets shows the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) led the continent driven by easing inflation, a more stable local currency, and renewed investor appetite. The stock market rally reflects improved macroeconomic stability. The milestone has attracted both local and foreign investors. The stock market's gains rest on a fragile macroeconomic recovery that could reverse if currency stability falters.

New law forces developers to build power infrastructure before selling stands

Statutory Instrument 128 of 2026 requires developers to build electricity infrastructure before selling or leasing stands.

Property developers in Zimbabwe must now finance and build electricity infrastructure for new projects before selling or leasing stands. Statutory Instrument 128 of 2026 introduces the requirement to ensure new developments have power connections from the start. The regulation aims to reduce the burden on ZESA, the struggling state power utility, and prevent new homes from remaining unconnected for years. Developers must now factor in the cost and logistics of constructing backbone electricity networks. The rule shifts infrastructure costs onto developers, potentially raising property prices and slowing housing development.

Air Zimbabwe raises Harare-London fares by up to 60 percent

Air Zimbabwe increased Harare-London fares by up to 60% as it restored normal operations after a week of disruptions.

Air Zimbabwe hiked fares on the Harare-London route by up to 60% as it restored normal flight operations after a week of disruptions. One-way ticket prices rose by 59.6%, and return fares increased by a similar margin. The airline had cancelled and rescheduled flights last week after a pilot fell ill, exposing its reliance on a thin crew roster. The national carrier recently relaunched the route after a 14-year absence. The steep fare hike may undermine demand for the route and the airline's limited operational capacity.

UK appoints Gill Lever as new ambassador to Zimbabwe

UK appointed Gill Lever as ambassador to Zimbabwe, replacing Peter Vowles, with her tenure starting in September.

The United Kingdom appointed Gill Lever as its new ambassador to Zimbabwe, replacing Peter Vowles who moved to Nigeria. Lever, a career diplomat currently serving as deputy high commissioner in Nigeria, will take up her post in September. Lever brings extensive experience across Africa, Asia, and Europe. Her appointment comes as the UK reviews its diplomatic engagement with Zimbabwe amid ongoing political and economic challenges. The core vulnerability: The bilateral relationship remains strained by UK criticism of Zimbabwe's human rights record and governance issues.

The Jeere 2026-08-07  ·  stories

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