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BUSINESS3d agoZimbabwe’s platinum boom: Where is the wealth?The metal is generating billions, but mining communities say basic services have failed to keep pace.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS3d agoEx-wife of Zimbabwe's vice-president freed after collapse of attempted murder caseMarry Mubaiwa had been held on remand for seven years after being charged in 2019 for her then husband's attempted murder.BBC World
POLITICSOct 22Al Jazeera investigation that reveals Zimbabwean government paid united kingdom terrorist groups to force lifting of sanctionsnewzimbabwe.com · Zimbabwe
SCI & TECHOct 16A Zimbabwean author denies using AI to write an award-winning workSimbarashe Kundizeza répondait à une accusation qui a suscité un tollé sur les réseaux sociaux.BBC Afrique
BUSINESSOct 16Can Zimbabwe’s ZiG win trust and replace the US dollar?After repeated currency crises, Zimbabweans remain wary of the ZiG.Al Jazeera [en]
SCI & TECHOct 14Zimbabwe’s Caine Prize winner rejects claim he used AI to write his story - AP NewsZimbabwe’s Caine Prize winner rejects claim he used AI to write his story AP NewsAP News
SCI & TECHOct 14Zimbabwean author Simbarashe Kundizeza denies using AI to write prize-winning storyArticle in Atlantic claims The Blue Fighter was artificially generated, days after it won Caine prize for African writersThe Zimbabwean writer Simbarashe Kundizeza has denied using AI to write a prize-winning short story after an article in the Atlantic said software had flagged it as almost completely AI-generated.Kundizeza’s story The Blue Fighter was announced as the winner of the prestigious Caine prize for African writers on 6 October. Five days later, The Atlantic published an article by the author and journalist Vauhini Vara titled: “Yet Another Literary prize winner Seems to Be AI.” CoGuardian World
SCI & TECHOct 13Zimbabwean author denies using AI to write award-winning storySimbarashe Kundizeza was responding to an accusation that has caused an uproar on social media.BBC World
HEALTHOct 9Zimbabwe’s mobile clinic helps teenagers access contraception amid aid cutsIn Zimbabwe, a discreet caravan at a Harare-area hospital is giving teenage girls private access to contraception, away from judgment and stigma. Experts say access is vital to preventing unintended pregnancies and reducing dangerous childbirth risks.Africanews [en]
WORLDOct 9'The Blue Fighter': Zimbabwean author Kundizeza wins 2026 Caine PrizeA big win for Zimbabwean literature: Harare-based author Simbarashe Steyn Kundizeza has claimed the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing for his short story "The Blue Fighter". The award is given to the best short story by an African writer published in English and comes with a £10,000 pounds cash prize. FRANCE 24's Sharon Mazingaizo met with the writer.France 24 [en]
WORLDOct 9Zimbabwean tycoon who died in helicopter crash laid to restAt the funeral in Harare, Wicknell Chivayo was eulogised as an industrious businessmanAfricanews [en]
WORLDOct 8Zimbabwean Writer Simbarashe Kundizeza Wins 2026 Caine PrizeThe judging panel was led by Nigerian broadcaster and journalist Bola Mosuro. The post Zimbabwean Writer Simbarashe Kundizeza Wins 2026 Caine Prize appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDOct 8Why was Zimbabwean magnate “Sir Wicknell” both loved and hated in Africa?Wicknell Chivayo a divisé les opinions de son vivant et continue de le faire après sa mort.BBC Afrique
DISASTEROct 7Billionaire Wicknell Chivayo and his wife died along with three other fatalities in a helicopter accident in ZimbabweThe 43-year-old Zimbabwean magnate was traveling with 35-year-old Lucy Muteke in the crashed aircraft. On social media, he called himself "Sir Wicknell" and was known for his exorbitant wealth.Clarín
WORLDOct 4Zimbabweans struggle to rebuild after fleeing xenophobia in South AfricaReturnees face economic hardship and limited support as they try to rebuild in Zimbabwe.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTEROct 1Mixed reactions after prominent Zimbabwe businessman dies in helicopter crashWicknell Chivayo was one of the most recognisable faces of a class of conspicuously wealthy entrepreneurs with ties to the ruling partyAfricanews [en]
WORLDOct 1A Flashy Zimbabwean Tycoon Who Befriended Presidents Dies in CrashWicknell Chivayo was riding in a helicopter with his wife when it plunged into a field. Dogged by corruption allegations, the businessman drew polarizing reactions even in death.NYT World
DISASTEROct 1Zimbabwe probes helicopter crash that killed tycoon ChivayoWicknell Chivayo, a tycoon close to the ruling ZANU-PF party known for his extravagant displays of wealth, and his wife Lucy Muteke were among the victims, family spokesperson Herbert Chivayo confirmed to ZBCAfricanews [en]
DISASTEROct 1Zimbabwe tycoon Wicknell Chivayo dies in helicopter crashZimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has confirmed the death of businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife in a helicopter crash, calling the high-rollers with a lavish lifestyle "consummately philanthropic."DW News [en]
DISASTEROct 1Zimbabwe businessman Wicknell Chivayo and wife killed in helicopter crashPolice confirmed in a short statement on X that the helicopter was carrying six occupants but could not immediately confirm the identities of the victims.Africanews [en]
WORLDSep 30Who was Wicknell Chivayo ? The Zimbabwe tycoon who dined with presidentsThis article explores the life and associations of Wicknell Chivayo, a Zimbabwean tycoon known for his connections with presidents. It provides insight into a prominent public figure.standardmedia.co.ke · Kenya
POLITICSSep 30U.S. ends health aid to Zimbabwe after ‘America First’ deal is spurnedThe African nation refused to make an agreement with the Trump administration, which has sought to slash foreign assistance and impose new terms on recipients.Washington Post World
POLITICSSep 30President Mnangagwa highlights economic gains, warns of drought risk in ZimbabweHe attributed those macroeconomic gains to a stronger financial-sector framework, saying this should help maintain confidence in Zimbabwe’s economy.Africanews [en]
POLITICSSep 30Zimbabwe : Mnangagwa Tables Raft of Bills Covering Health , Agriculture , Transport and Justice for Fourth Session of 10th ParliamentZimbabwe's President Mnangagwa has introduced numerous bills covering health, agriculture, transport, and justice for the Parliament's fourth session. This indicates a broad legislative agenda impacting key sectors of the country.allafrica.com · Nigeria