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.
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.