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                    Mwonzora recalls Norton, Mutare councillors
 
                        Opposition MDC Alliance president Douglas Mwonzora has struck again, recalling three Norton Town Council councillors and three Mutare councillors.
                      
                      
      
                        By Problem Masau and Clayton Masekesa 
                         Mar. 1, 2023
                      
                    Mutare launches blitz on illegal food outlets
 
                        Speaking to NewsDay yesterday, council spokesperson Spren Mutiwi said: “The security services are out in full force to stop all unlicensed food vending activities in the streets.”
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Mar. 8, 2023
                      
                    Aspiring Zanu PF legislator jailed for stealing diplomat’s fertiliser
 
                        According to State prosecutor Nyasha Mukonyora, in December 2021, Sanyatwe, who has a farm in Nyanga, received a consignment of 1200 bags of fertiliser.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Mar. 9, 2023
                      
                    Vote ED for free inputs, computers: Minister
 
                        Officially opening computer laboratories at three schools in Makoni West last week, Muswere ordered villagers to vote for President Emmerson Mnangagwa in this year’s polls.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Mar. 20, 2023
                      
                    Cigar wrapper farmers explore international market
 
                        Guild lamented that high prices of inputs have heavily impacted on the production of cigar tobacco.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Mar. 22, 2023
                      
                    SMEs urged to adopt business models to promote economic growth
 
                        She said if the SMEs properly run their businesses, they had the potential to drive economic growth in the country.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Mar. 26, 2023
                      
                    Mutare spruces up roads
 
                        Mayor Simon Chabuka said delays in road rehabilitation in the city were caused by heavy rains and late disbursement of funds by the Zinara.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Mar. 28, 2023
                      
                    ‘Engineers must design cutting-edge innovations’
 
                        The workshop, held under the theme: Safe and Healthy Work Environment:
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Mar. 31, 2023
                      
                    Massive staff exodus hits Mutare
 
                        Many opt for private clinics and hospitals that are offering better remuneration and packages.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Apr. 3, 2023
                      
                    Mutare residents miffed by rising graft
 
                        Nyasha Mukonori, also from the civic society sector, said he was concerned about corrupt procurement and tendering processes.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Apr. 28, 2023
                      
                    CDF disbursement delays stifling development: MP
 
                        Speaking at the Dangamvura/Chikanga constituency feedback meeting on Friday, Mutseyami said it was important for the government to disburse the funds before the August plebiscite.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         May. 15, 2023
                      
                    ‘Zanu PF, CCC chefs eating together’
 
                        Chapman said officials from the two parties were close to each other and were not serious about developing the country.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jun. 1, 2023
                      
                    Macheso lines up special birthday bash in Mutare
 
                        His sons, Esau and Tinotenda, will be part of the musical cast, as they launch their debut album called Pahukama Hwedu.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jun. 9, 2023
                      
                    ‘Be innovative to stay competitive’
 
                        Garikayi said businesses should interact with customers and strategic partners.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jun. 19, 2023
                      
                    ED visit: Anglicans demand apology
 
                        Another congregant said the invitation extended to Mnangagwa to address the members was against the church’s principles.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jun. 23, 2023
                      
                    ED ignoring citizens’ concerns: CBOs
 
                        Daphine Mudarikwa, a ZCC board member said they had tried to engage Mnangagwa but their efforts were in vain.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jul. 5, 2023
                      
                    Sakubva facelift gathers pace
 
                        At the beginning of the month, MCC embarked on a US$200 000 turf and drainage refurbishment likely to take nine months to complete.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jul. 19, 2023
                      
                    Mnangagwa surrounded by crooks: Chief
 
                        The traditional leader said the situation had robbed the country of a lot of  revenue accrued from the sale of mineral resources.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Aug. 3, 2023
                      
                    Mai Mukanganwa drops new album
 
                        Mai Mukanganwa’s debut album is Murapi Aripano.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Sep. 4, 2023
                      
                    ‘Diamond’ sewing project brings hope to Marange villagers
 
                        He said ZCDC invested US$105 000 in the factory.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Nov. 2, 2023
                      
                    US$17k Chipinge toilet raises stink
 
                        President Emmerson Mnangagwa this week said local authorities and the public service should not be treated as havens for corruption and looting.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Nov. 4, 2023
                      
                    Zhakata’s dancer on another step
 
                        The album is pregnant with thrilling lyrics punctuated by elaborate and sophisticated guitar work that will find its mark on the dance floor.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Nov. 6, 2023
                      
                    Govt mulls Forbes Border Post upgrade
 
                        Mhona said the rehabilitation project would begin in the next two months, adding that Cabinet had approved the project.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Nov. 7, 2023
                      
                    Of Mutare’s Christmas Pass (age) to death
 
                        The Christmas Pass is a 7km stretch of a meandering road within the mountainous terrain that leads into the city centre.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Nov. 11, 2023
                      
                    Praz pounces on Chipinge over US$17k toilet
 
                        CTC acting secretary, James Mutemera confirmed the audit saying it is not only targeting the ablution facility.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Nov. 13, 2023
                      
                    Rich makorokoza: Artisanal miners' wives bear the brunt of GBV
 
                        Zimbabwe Gender Commission CEO Virginia Muwanigwa said GBV against women and girls was commonplace in Zimbabwe’s artisanal and small-scale mining sector.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Dec. 6, 2023
                      
                    Moyo headlines Artists Against Drug Abuse Concert
 
                        Considering the stellar line up of performers, the show has the potential to capture the imaginations of all and sundry.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Dec. 22, 2023
                      
                    Mutare guns for unlicensed businesses
 
                        The Mutare City Council acting town clerk, Blessing Chafesuka said council was intensifying strategies to fight corruption head-on.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jan. 4, 2024
                      
                    Feature: Drugs blighting Zim’s future generation
 
                        All youths like Muchirahondo can do is to hope and pray for a better future.
                      
                      
      
                        By Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jan. 5, 2024
                      
                    15 feared dead at Redwing Mine
 
                        National police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi also confirmed the accident. He, however, said police were told that only 11 people were trapped underground.
                      
                      
      
                        By Kenneth Nyangani and Clayton Masekesa 
                         Jan. 5, 2024
                      
                    
                     SA’s RMB projects gloom as crisis in Zim deepens... bank ranks the country least attractive destination
                    
                         
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