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Govt kickbacks scandal explodes

The government has been delaying payments to its creditors for several months citing its austerity measures and this has seen some contractors struggling for survival.
By Staff Reporter Oct. 5, 2025
2030: Students charged over plot to topple Mnangagwa
2030: Students charged over plot to topple Mnangagwa
The accused are Midlands State University (MSU) students Milton Muchayana (21), Anenyasha Moyo (22), and Langton Muhoma (22).
By Trevor Mutsvairo Oct. 5, 2025
War veterans win Harare land dispute
The former liberation war fighters operate under Takunda Freedom Fighters Housing Cooperative Society and have residential stands at a 113ha piece of land in Stoneridge area.
By Jairos Saunyama Oct. 5, 2025
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Chief faces court for calling over Mnangagwa life presidency
Acting chief Tendai Saurombe made the comments last month while acting on behalf of his ailing father, Chief Oliver Saurombe.
By Staff Reporter Oct. 5, 2025
Mutangadura’s suspected killer shot
Mutasa was on Friday remanded in custody by Harare magistrate Sandra Mupindu while admitted in hospital.
By Desmond Chingarande Oct. 5, 2025
Residents reject Harare master plan
President Emmerson Mnangagwa in 2023 ordered all the country’s 92 councils to come up with master plans by June last year to enhance service delivery.
By Kenneth Nyangani Oct. 5, 2025
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When water brings death: Chitungwiza’s sewage nightmare costing lives
Current projections by the World Population Review say between 419 611 and 420 000 inhabitants now live in Harare’s dormitory town.
By Tavonga Zvinonzwa Oct. 5, 2025
Sugar tax: Govt fails to buy cancer machines
The deal, valued at approximately US$437.28 million over four years, reportedly did not go through a public tendering process.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Oct. 5, 2025
How corrupt officials are pushing Chegutu family off their farm
The Mutale family’s troubled began during the Covid-19 pandemic, investigations carried by Truth Diggers have revealed.
By Moses Mugugunyeki Oct. 5, 2025
UK based care worker in court for fraud.
Erick Musoma was remanded out of custody on US$100 bail. The complainant is Delight Delta Mhlanga.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Oct. 5, 2025
Court clears Simbisa in copyright damages claims case
The High Court has absolved the leading pan-African food company, Simbisa Brands, from paying damages in a high-profile copyright case brought by the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association
By Staff Reporter Sep. 29, 2025
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Chiwenga, ED stand-off throws Zanu PF into turmoil
Zanu PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa revealed that the 2030 agenda is meant to stop Chiwenga from taking over from Mnangagwa in about three years’ time.
By Miriam Mangwaya Sep. 28, 2025
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New Chamisa party launch details emerge
The CCC has been in hibernation after the original party was snatched away from Chamisa by a suspected Zanu PF proxy Sengezo Tshabangu, a charge he denies.
By Miriam Mangwaya Sep. 28, 2025
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Fresh warnings of Lake Chivero disaster
The primary water source, Lake Chivero, is heavily contaminated by toxins from sources such as leaking sewage pipes.
By Gracious Daniel Sep. 28, 2025
Marondera council in the storm over shady land deals
Scattered cottages, hastily built by desperate families, resemble a squatter camp more than a planned neighbourhood.
By Staff Reporter Sep. 28, 2025
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Kickbacks, unreceipted fees: Harare clinics bleeding already struggling patients
Shoko’s ordeal with paying a bribe for safe delivery was not her first encounter with malpractice at a council-run clinic.
By Miriam Mangwaya Sep. 28, 2025
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Teachers being forced to pay US$50 for Zanu PF event
Zhou argued that union business is voluntary and should not be mandatory.
By Lorraine Muromo Sep. 28, 2025
Kariba carbon credits dispute escalates
The Kariba REDD+ project is a forest conservation initiative aimed at providing sustainable livelihood opportunities for poor communities in Northern Zimbabwe.
By Nhau Mangirazi Sep. 28, 2025
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Ex-MPs turn screws on Zanu PF-linked tycoon
According to Saruwaka, who is also the association's secretary, they paid for the stands and have been waiting for the government to begin development.
By Kenneth Nyangani Sep. 28, 2025
Mutoko US$650k gold ore case moved to Harare
Police recovered part of the stolen gold ore, but a larger chunk of it is yet to be recovered.
By Jairos Saunyama Sep. 28, 2025
Big send off for Babongile Sikhonjwa
Sikhonjwa died suddenly last Sunday, sending shockwaves through the country.
By Mpumelelo Moyo Sep. 28, 2025
Nduna wants miners to be forced to reclaim environment
Nduna said miners, who were depleting the country’s mineral resources, were also responsible for damaging road networks and should be compelled to pay.
By Donald Nyandoro Sep. 28, 2025
UK based care worker in court for fraud
Erick Musoma was remanded out of custody on US$100 bail. The complainant is Delight Delta Mhlanga.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Sep. 28, 2025
Zanu PF official faces fraud charges
Prosecutors alleged that sometime in January 2024, Mzite approached Mupepete looking for a plot to  buy in areas around Marondera.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Sep. 28, 2025
Bogus CIO nabbed
Prosecutors said on May 22, 2025 in Harare, Munyoro and his wife, Janet Munyoro contacted the complainant requesting to meet at the Harare central police station.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Sep. 28, 2025
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US raises red flag over Zim contracts
Zimbabwe has also been caught in a frenzied rush for minerals by superpowers such as the US, Russia and China.
By Nqobani Ndlovu Sep. 21, 2025
Corruption in white coats: Referral kickbacks undermine public health in Zimbabwe
Despite their efforts, Madzivaidze said her family’s sacrifices were in vain.
By Linda Mujuru Sep. 21, 2025
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Chivayo throws away over US$5 million in five days
He donated 10 Toyota Land Cruisers VXR vehicles valued at US$190 000 each for Zanu PF provincial chairpersons. The luxury cars alone cost a whopping US$1,9 million.
By Kenneth Nyangani and Brent Shamu Sep. 21, 2025