Between a rock and a hard place: Mutoko farmers bear the brunt of gold rush
The once-fertile land that sustained generations has been transformed into pits and gulleys as farming is increasingly becoming difficult due to droughts interspersed with floods.
By Linda Mujuru
Feb. 15, 2026
The need for a continental policy on Chinese mining
This is the legacy of decades of quarrying, largely by Chinese-owned companies, for the black granite prized in kitchens and hotels worldwide.
By Yollander Millin
Feb. 13, 2026
Man jailed for axing imbiber over girlfriend
The complainant is Wellington Gonyeka, a 49-year-old who also resides in the same village.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 7, 2026
Chinese national challenges continued detention after bail granted on murder charge
His lawyer, Admire Rubaba, argues this action was illegal on multiple grounds.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 14, 2026
Mutoko magistrate's ruling on mining ban sparks legal challenge
In response, Ndemera successfully petitioned the Mutoko Magistrates Court, which granted an order allowing him to resume operations.
By Staff Reporter
Oct. 20, 2025
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Chinese miner pays US$6 500 for villager’s murder
A Traditional leader has ordered a Chinese miner to pay US$6 500 as compensation after its employee shot dead a villager.
By Jairos Saunyama
Oct. 13, 2025
Gohori Resort in expansion drive
The new luxury wing, dubbed the Gohori Club Collection, is scheduled for completion by March 2026, in time for the northern hemisphere summer travel season.
By Chen Williams
Sep. 26, 2025
Locals monitor mines to curb corruption
The project, implemented by ZELO in partnership with Action Aid Zimbabwe, has reportedly seen strong participation from traditionally-marginalised groups, particularly women and youth
By Lee Musaidzi
Sep. 26, 2025
Nyamapanda principal immigration boss arrested
A PRINCIPAL immigration officer based at Nyamapanda Border Post was last Thursday arraigned before the Mutoko Magistrates Courts after she allegedly granted holiday visas to seven Chinese nationals.
By Desmond Chingarande
Sep. 11, 2025
