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Mutare Municipality bid to evict man (56) hits brick wall

Moreover, he argued that the municipality had used its security personnel in its bid to become judge, prosecutor and executor in the matter, which is unlawful and unconstitutional.

By Priviledge Gumbodete Oct. 15, 2024

Mutare Municipality bid to evict man (56) hits brick wall

Court stops Hurungwe villagers' eviction

The villagers argued that the evictions would be unlawful, illegal and in contravention of section 74 of the Constitution, which guarantees freedom from arbitrary eviction.

By Silas Nkala Oct. 11, 2024

Court stops Hurungwe villagers' eviction

Dark reality: The true cost of political activism in Zim

As a woman human rights defender, my worst fear was for Kwekweza. I prayed and hoped that she had not been raped or sexually violated.

By Samkeliso Tshuma Aug. 16, 2024

Dark reality: The true cost of political activism in Zim

Zanu PF chef calls out abusive village heads

Approximately 180 villagers were displaced from their homesteads in February this year and were arrested on charges of illegal occupation of State land.

By Nizbert Moyo Jun. 13, 2024

Zanu PF chef calls out abusive village heads

Editorial Comment: A case of blatant abuse of power

The women were arrested on April 10 after they allegedly showed their displeasure at the way Mnangagwa was distributing goodies to disadvantaged members of the community.

By The Standard Apr. 20, 2024

Editorial Comment: A case of blatant abuse of power

RBZ boss appointment challenged

The duo said Mushayavanhu was conflicted as a shareholder of FBC Holdings and not eligible to occupy the post of governor.

By Desmond Chingarande Apr. 7, 2024

Briefs: Gwanda villagers set free

In court, prosecutors alleged that the villagers unlawfully held, used or occupied land at Hollins Block Estate in Gwanda, which is gazetted land without lawful authority.

By Staff Reporter Mar. 31, 2024