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New Zimbabwe

April 2026

Harare woman sues city after falling into unmarked open drain — NewZimbabwe.com

There were no barricades surrounding the drain and there were also no danger warning signs… to alert road users of the hazard,
She continues to experience excruciating pain,
The defendant had a statutory duty… to protect members of the public… but breached its duty of care by wrongfully and negligently creating a dangerous situation,

Chatunga's lawyer says Matonhodze did not take the fall for him — claims public just wanted Mugabe's son jailed — NewZimbabwe.com

His cousin, Matonhodze pleaded guilty to this charge and was sentenced to three years in prison raising questions whether he had taken the fall for him

That is speculative at best and it cannot be said that anyone took the gall for anyone,

Zimbabwe Consulate to assist scores of families displaced in xenophobic violence — NewZimbabwe.com

The consulate has been asked to assist in repatriating these families, who are now living in the veld

Cyril Ramaphosapresident
We are a people who live the value of ubuntu. “We should never allow the legitimate concerns of our communities about illegal migration to breed prejudice towards our fellow Africans,
Unfortunately, this latest incident is one of many recurring acts of violence by South African nationals specifically targeting foreigners from the region, which has led to the closure of South Africa’s doors to citizens from neighbouring countries... Meanwhile, South African companies and individuals are raking in profits from their African businesses and benefiting from the red carpet that Africa has rolled out for them,
Things are worse as we speak, and they are going to be worse still. They are killing each other. Each and every week, they kill two; it is a reality,
The victims have been targeted by widespread, systematic, state-sponsored violence, and many have been rendered destitute. I have been in touch with the Zimbabwean mission in South Africa and I am informed they will meet on an urgent basis to provide consular assistance to the affected Zimbabwean citizens,

No grounds for resignation — war vets back VP Chiwenga after calls for resignation over King Hezekiah "extended tenure" parable — NewZimbabwe.com

Attending a church service and sharing scriptural reflections cannot, under any reasonable interpretation of the law, constitute misconduct, abuse of office, or any form of constitutional violation,
The mere fact that Honourable Vice President Chiwenga occupies high office does not strip him of his identity as a citizen, nor does it curtail his right to worship, to reflect, and to share his faith within a religious setting,

Zimbabwe tells nationals in South Africa to remain vigilant as anti-immigrant protests intensify — NewZimbabwe.com

THE Zimbabwean government has told its citizens living in South Africa to remain alert and avoid areas where anti-immigrant demonstrations are taking place

Zimbabwean nationals are invited to remain vigilant and avoid areas where demonstrations are taking place.... Stay indoors and limit unplanned movements,
Report any incidents to the local South African Police Services, Embassy and the Consulates of Zimbabwe in Johannesburg and Cape Town and keep essential documents with you all the time,

IS claims responsibility for Nigeria attack that killed 29 people — NewZimbabwe.com

Surveying the damage in the area, the governor’s spokesperson wrote on Facebook that the “atmosphere in the community remains tense, with grief and fear evident”

We are intensifying security operations immediately to restore peace and ensure every resident feels safe in their home again.”

Jimmy Kimmel rejects White House criticism over Melania widow joke — NewZimbabwe.com

Jimmy Kimmelcomedian
You have a glow like an expectant widow,
I appreciate that so many people are incensed by Kimmel’s despicable call to violence, and normally would not be responsive to anything that he said but, this is something far beyond the pale,
It was a very light roast joke about the fact that he’s almost 80, and she’s younger than I am. It was not, by any stretch of the definition, a call to assassination, and they know that.”

Zimbabwe ships first lithium sulphate in beneficiation push — NewZimbabwe.com

Zimbabwe has exported its first-ever shipment of lithium sulphate, marking a major milestone in the country’s drive to process its minerals locally and move up the global battery value chain

Henry Zhugeneral manager
This is more than just a shipment; it is a testament to Zimbabwe’s innovation and Africa’s growing role in the global energy transition.”
Government expects cooperation of the mining industry on this measure which has been taken in the national interest,
History has been made. Arcadia Technology Zimbabwe has successfully dispatched its first export of lithium sulphate, a landmark achievement for both the company, the country and the continent,

‘I fought like hell...’: Trump addresses press briefing on shooting incident at White House Correspondents’ Dinner — NewZimbabwe.com

Donald TrumppOTUS
I like not to think about it. I lead a pretty normal life, considering, you know, it’s a dangerous life. I think I handle it as well as it can be handled,
Donald TrumppOTUS
It was a little different evening than we thought, but we’re going to do it again,
Donald TrumppOTUS
We’ve had, no there was no notification. We had no idea.”
Donald TrumppOTUS
I don’t care how many people you have, how good they are — they can be the greatest people you have, the greatest security in history — if you have a whack job who’s got a brain but it’s a little bit distorted, or a lot distorted, they can make trouble,
We have to make it better. We’ll make it safer, I guess, right? But we’re going to make it even better,

Seven in court for plotting protest against controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill — NewZimbabwe.com

On 22 April 2026 at 2000 hours, accused (1) gathered the rest of the accused persons… and gave them the fliers to further distribute across greater Harare,
The accused persons’ conduct was meant to incite members of the public to engage in acts of public violence, breaches of peace or bigotry,

Manica Diamonds FC new owner seeks ZIFA approval to disband senior team — NewZimbabwe.com

We write to formally request the disbandment of the senior team of Manica Diamonds FC following recent developments that have made it impossible for us to continue supporting the current first-team structure,

Kingdom of Kubala' leader deported from UK after eviction from Scots woodland — NewZimbabwe.com

Kofi Offeh, who describes himself as King Atehene, set up camp with two women in a wooded area near Jedburgh last year

I didn’t want this to represent the people of Jedburgh because they are a welcoming community, a really tolerant community and they just pushed the boundaries, this group,
When we reflect on what actually happened last year in Jedburgh, I don’t think we can ever make sense of it,

More than 500 people killed in Tanzania election violence, inquiry finds — NewZimbabwe.com

However, commission chairman Mohamed Chande Othman did not say who was responsible for the deaths, recommending further investigations

We have learnt. The commission has told us that all the violence was planned coordinated, financed and executed by people who were trained and given equipment for committing crimes,
The investigation will also examine the deaths of children, address claims of missing bodies, and probe allegations of abductions, including cases beyond the immediate areas of the unrest,

Mnangagwa off to Eswatini for King Mswati's birthday bash — NewZimbabwe.com

In defiance of age and his punishing travel itinerary, Mnangagwa, who attended the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo the entire day, jetted out from Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo lnternational Airport immediately after hosting visiting President Duma Boko of Botswana

Commonwealth lawyers condemn assault on Coltart as chilling attack on rule of law — NewZimbabwe.com

It is deeply troubling that individuals seeking to express legitimate concerns or opposition were prevented from doing so,
Ensure... Guarantee the freedom of expression of lawyers, particularly in relation to matters concerning the rule of law, constitutionalism, human rights and the administration of justice,