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By Munyaradzi Gurajena in Chirumanzu ZANU-PF Midlands Province Women's League Chairwoman, Tsitsi Zhou (MP) conducted a thank you rally in Chirumhanzu Zibagwe were she bemoaned early marriages and drug abuse amongst youth. In her Keynote address Zhou called upon the community to join forces in mitigating factors which fuel early child marriages. "As a people and as women we are not spared from challenges being faced by women in Chirumhanzu Zibagwe. "Early childhood marriages are a menace  not leaving the issues of drug and substance abuse and corruption which have affected our community." She added. The Provincial Chairwoman however thanked His Excellency for the solar powered borehole drilled in ward 4 Chirumanzu Zibagwe Constituency that has become a major lifeline in the area. 

  By The Roundup reporter Xavi has announced plans to leave Barcelona at the end of the season. Xavi Hernández: "I want to announce that on June 30 I will no longer continue as the coach at Barça. I think the situation needs to change course, and as a culer, I cannot allow the current situation." His decision comes after they lost 5-3 against Villarreal at home in La Liga on Saturday night.

Angola put up a sterling performance to boot Namibia out of the Africa Cup of Nations. Gelson Dala was the hero of the match after notching a brace. Angola will now face the winner between Cameroon and Nigeria in a match set for 22h00 today FT: Angola 3-0 Namibia

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By Munyaradzi Gurajena in Gweru "The nation should feel protected by the judiciary' adherence to the concept of constitutionalism."  These were the remarks of Jusice Evangelista Kabasa at the official opening of the Gweru High Court Circuit this week Addressing stakeholders, Kabasa said, the judiciary comes to ensure that justice prevails amongst citizens. "The purpose of the judiciary is to ensure justice is done ,not only to victims and their loved ones but to the offenders as well. "As i cite the deputy chief justice's remarks, those who live in the state of harmony with society must feel protected by the judiciary's adherence to the concept of constitutionalism. "Even those who are engaged in acts of lawlessness  must feel that the courts when administering the justice they deserve are acting in a  manner that reflects a consciousness of the overarching supreme command of the constitution. "Accordingly, the judiciary is committed to ensurin...

     NGEZI SIGN NEVER TIGERE * Ngezi Platinum Stars has announced the signing of former Warriors, FC Platinum and Azam midfielder Never Tigere. He joins the club along with Talent Chamboko who is coming from Manica Diamonds. Richard Hachiro also joins the 2023 Champions from Chicken Inn.

CFF president Eto'o reads riot Act   Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto’o is reported to have threatened to fire Rigobert Song and his staff after the 3-1 defeat to Senegal.  “Aren’t you ashamed of humiliating Cameroonians? I'm going to fire you! If you don’t do the job, I’ll fire you.. You are incapable of making the team play, " Eto'o said. #AFCON2023

Plea : Woman (65) appeals for urgent medical assistance after crocodile attack.  By Munyaradzi Gurajena in Gweru   Blatina Magaya (65) is appealing for financial help to undergo treatment after she was attacked by a crocodile Blatina who is currently residing at house Number 1850 Woodlands Park in Gweru was attacked by the reptile unaware while fetching water at Mungezi river in an incident which happened yesterday, 13 January 2024 after having visited her rural home in Mhondoro Both legs were broken during the attack as the woman managed to flee with the other leg having been amputated after sustaining serious injuries Meanwhile Magaya is currently in dire need of an urgent medical attention to stabilize her condition. To those who wish to assist with donations or money ,kindly get in touch with: * Solomon Chimange * on  (+263 71 366 5281 ) or send  your contributions/ assistance on the Ecocash number (0776975265 ) registered  name is Solomon Chimange.

#Afcon updates Cameroon forward ,Vincent Aboubakar has been ruled out of  the AFCON 2023 tournament after he suffered a hamstring injury at training.  

CALA to undergo changes. (Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Torerai Moyo). By Moses Gurajena in Harare Continuous Assessment Learning Activities (CALA) model is lined for changes to remove the burden on learners, teachers and parents. The Minister for Primary and Secondary Education, Torerai Moyo said curriculum changes are set to be implemented as early as February 2024 following the CALA curriculum review exercise which was completed recently. “As a Ministry, we got complaints from parents who were saying they were doing assignments for their children. Theoretically CALA is good, there is nothing wrong with it but l think it was done haphazardly,” said the Education minister. “You find a student in Grade Seven doing 27 CALAs, how then (at this rate) do we insist on quality education? So we are going to see some changes before the end of February in terms of CALA. Either we reduce the number of CALAs from 27 to two, and at secondary we could say just one CALA” he said. The ...

Sports reporter -Munyaradzi  Gurajena AFCON- kicks off today 13 January 2024 with the host Ivory Coast taking on Guinea-Bissau at 10pm. Zimbabwe's warriors are not participating in this tournament because ZIFA was suspended by FIFA at a time when the qualifiers were being played. AFCON TV channels: SABC SuperSport Sky Sports

  *FC PLATINUM UNVEIL NEW PLAYERS* FC Platinum have revealed their latest signings ahead of the 2024 season which begins in February. Mbongeni Ndlovu - Highlanders FC  Shephard Mhlanga - Chicken Inn FC Brighton Manhire - Highlanders FC Davison Marowa - Herentals FC Bothwell Tinashe Nzori - Black Mambas FC David Simbarashe Bizabani - Greenfuel FC Those promoted from the U19s are: Anesu Chirinda Tapiwa Manuel Revesa

      What is the best cure for snoring? To prevent or quiet snoring, try these tips: 1) If you're overweight, lose weight.  2) Sleep on your side.  3)Raise the head of your bed.  4)Nasal strips or an external nasal dilator.  5)Treat nasal congestion or obstruction.  6)Limit or avoid alcohol and sedatives.  7)Quit smoking. 8)Get enough sleep.

Meteorological Department Warns of Heavy Rainfall and Hailstorms Across Zimbabwe The Meteorological Department has alerted the citizens of Zimbabwe to brace themselves for a week of heavy downpours, lightning, thunderstorms, and potential hailstorms starting from January 11, 2024, through to January 17, 2024. The warning comes in the wake of recent flooding incidents that have claimed lives and caused damage to infrastructure, particularly affecting low-lying areas and houses situated in wetlands. Experts attribute this erratic weather pattern to the ongoing El Nino phenomenon impacting the Sub-Saharan Region. The Met Department's warning is not to be taken lightly, as it concerns the safety and well-being of all Zimbabweans and foreign visitors alike. Residents residing in low-lying areas are strongly advised to take precautionary measures to protect themselves and their domestic animals by relocating to higher ground to mitigate potential disasters. For farmers in the region who ...

Two cars were reportedly destroyed after  a  tree fell due to heavy windy rains witnessed in Chipinge on 11 January 2024.

 

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Gweru Juvenile robbed by armed gang Munyaradzi Gurajena in Gweru Gweru- Police have confirmed a report of a robbery which occurred in Gweru Light Industrial Site on 10 January around 1230 hours where a female juvenile was robbed of cash and a cellphone.   Midlands Provincial Police Spokesperson, Emmanuel Mahoko confirmed the development and said  police are appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect.  "We are appealing to members of the public who might have information that might lead to the arrest of Praise Ngirazi, Blessed Ngirazi, Aggripa Mwale, Baba Letty and Manhonga who are implicated in this robbery of gold ore to approach any police station." Mahoko said.   It is believed ,Tendai Dube (17) was walking along 2nd street, Gweru when she met two female adults selling school jerseys. She approached the two, intending to buy a jersey. The ladies asked Tendai Dube to accompany them to their warehouse in Gweru Light industry so that she ...

 25 injured in Gokwe-Kwekwe RTA Staff reporter Kwekwe- Police confirm a fatal road traffic accident where one person died on spot while twenty-five (25) others escaped with various injuries. The accident occurred along Kwekwe-Gokwe road on 31 December 2023 at around 1725 hours.  Two motor vehicles, a Mazda B1800 and Nissan Caravan  were involved . It is believed that Oswell Gumbo (51) of Mbizo, Kwekwe was driving a Mazda B1800 pickup due west along Kwekwe-Gokwe road. He had no passengers on board.  The other driver Lovemore Chikarara was driving a Nissan Caravan in the opposite direction towards Kwekwe with twenty five passengers on board. On approaching 2km, it is suspected one of the motor vehicles encroached into the others lane resulting in a head-on collision.  Oswell Gumbo was trapped in his vehicle and died on the spot.ZRP Kwekwe traffic attended the scene and took the dead body to Kwekwe General Hospital.  Twenty five (25) passengers from the Nissan...

  2024: Midlands Police nabs 5 suspects for armed robbers By Munyaradzi Gurajena in Gweru Gweru- Rural district Police has made in-roads in dealing with cases of robberies and unlawful entry and Thefts that had racked havoc, leaving the public in a panic mode. Their efforts have led to the arrest of a total of five suspects between 5 and 7 January 2024. Some of the cases were committed during the period spanning from December 2023 to date. First to be arrested were four suspects, now linked to at least 11 armed robberies which occurred in Mkoba North High density residential suburbs and Ngamo areas under ZRP Nehanda and Gweru Rural policing areas respectively.   The gang was sold out by an attempted murder case where Joseph Musa (20) and Mandlenkosi Ndebele (18) stabbed their victim, Melody Nhongo aged 26 at Ngamo Business Centre, Gweru, with a knife. The investigation team in the case, working with the public managed to make follow - ups, leading to the arrest of the four i...

        Surges in rape cases worries Police. (Midlands Provincial Police spokesperson, Inspector E.Mahoko) By Munyaradzi Gurajena in Gweru Gweru-Police has noted with great concern surges in rape cases against women and children with most cases being perpetrated by either relatives or people known to the victims Observations indicate these rape cases occur at any time of the day both in urban and rural areas. They are committed by men usually trusted by victims. Some trusted people take advantage and rape vulnerable women and young children.  Some are claimed to be influenced by traditional beliefs, poverty or other factors. Midlands Provincial Police Spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko is however appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of these suapects. "We appeal to members of the public to ensure that they report all cases of abuse or suspected abuse at any police station. It is also encouraged to make use of suggestion boxes or social m...

 Zvishavane woman (23)  kills ,bury infant in secrecy. Tinaani Nyabereka Zvishavane-  a 23 year old woman allegedly killed her newly born baby and buried the body in a shallow pit. This happened on 29 December 2023 at about 1700 hours at village Mabhara, Chief Mapanzure in Zvishavane. Allegations are that Odeta Nyakabawo who was pregnant and employed as a house maid in Village Mabhara, under Chief Mapanzure, in Zvishavane informed her workmate Thembisani Ndlovu (27) that she was having labour pains, while seated in the kitchen. She went on to give birth to a live baby girl at around 1730 hours and was seen taking the baby, wrapped in a blanket, to her bedroom.  It is alleged that at around 1800 hours on the same day, she suffocated the baby to death by covering her with a blanket. When it was dark she put the body in a plastic bag and buried it in a shallow pit, five hundred metres from the homestead. On 30 December 2023 at around 0600 hours, Thembisani Ndlovu asked ...