A wave of change is sweeping across the SADC region and I am sure the SADC chair is in a panicky mode because of what is happening in Mozambique and what happened in Botswana. South Africa partially did it and I am sure Zimbabweans are ready for 2028, you all saw what we are capable of doing. Zviya zvekuti hee rigging what what munenge musina kungovhota neuwandu. Tikangoti every eligible person is voting you will see the results. Zimbabweans are more than happy as we speak for Ba 2’s young brother Masisi’s loss kkk. I used to hear him calling him his young brother and that association failed to yield results in Masisi’s favor. I thought he was going to be given some rigging tactics. Asi hakuna Chicken Inn here kuBots. Maybe he was given but failed to utilise the tips kkkk. I am sure kana zvanetsa he can cross the border tomupa basa rehumanager pa presidential farm in Kwekwe. Kkkk seka zvako Mapombi kuseka nhamo serugare. Botswana decided and I hope every Zimbabwean has something to copy from Botswana. The leaders in Zimbabwe from either party should learn that the loser should just accept defeat and move on, the ordinary citizens should take leaf, no violence no what. ZEC has a great lesson to learn, I will not say much about ZEC, you all know what it is capable of. I am sure Nero has also learnt kuti it’s possible to win an election uri kuopposition, zvinongoda kamwe kakurongeka which is lacking in Zimbabwean opposition. So far Zanu PF is the only organized party, at least for its survival tisati tatarisa the economy. Yes, the old Madalas in Zanu PF were once youths who organized themselves and left their fathers at home while they skipped the boarder to fight for independence. I know there are a few who are genuine war vets but at least pane chigame chavakamaster, unity of purpose. They are still united up to now and our youths are looking up to them to turnaround the economy. Let me tell you one thing, for them zvakatorongeka coz they compare with the Smith era. Vari kutoona maachievements so because they are comparing themselves with 40 years ago instead of comparing themselves, with other countries who are performing better. If we compare nhasi with 40 years ago we will see improvement, but if we compare with other countries we will see kuti hapana kwatiri kuenda.
Ah I had forgotten another lesson for Ba 2. I am sure you all heard what Mbumba said, this guy from Namibia, he said he will not wait for people to wheelbarrow him out of office and decided not to contest in the upcoming election though he has a chance for two five year terms. Ndovarumeka ivavo. I salute you Mbumba. I also salute Swapo for seconding the first female candidate chero zvayo yagarisa in power Swapo yacho. Good going maybe kuno in 2028 we will support our own Linda Masarira and Valerio. Kana kuri kuZanu toisa Mable, Oppah is too old. kuCCC ah hameno kuBlue Movement toisa hedu Fadzi kkk. Remember Blue Movement is her idea. In 2018 when she contested as independent paya, blue was her color. Don’t misquote me, handina kumboti igirlfriend yaani ini, I don’t even know if it is true. Ndakangonzwawo zvichitaurwa mumastreets I have no evidence. Right, imagine Fadzi vs Mable Chinomona kkkk. haa zvinenge zvaendwa ipapo, Fadzi is charismatic zvekuti she managed to penetrate CCC kusvika pakuva very close to Chamisa within a very short space of time zvakazobhowa vana Mai Kore rimwe gore vakapanduka. But anyway thanks Swapo for leading the way, but hey, while we celebrate kuti parikuda kuiswa mukadzi seni, I wonder vakashayawo umwe ane zera rechidiki. I heard she is 72 but mmm, face yachembera iya. Kana vakashaisisa havo hazvina kushata.
Right, I hear team army is in cloud 9 following Ba 2’s statements during the conference. Saying he will not contest in 2028 gave a sigh of relief to the Chiwenga faction? If he is sincere nothing will stop him from taking over. He is the man in charge and I hear in all areas with joint operations between members of the security forces, the army is bubbling with confidence zvekuti even a private ari kujambisa inspector kupolice or even CIO, handizive hangu maranks eko. But my humble appeal to Mr President is to make sure he silences all those loud mouthed and bootlicking supporters of him to quit the 2030 vanenge varipo mantra. If he is sincere that he will not extend the term, then why is he allowing them to continue chanting 2030 vanenge vachipo. Pai pavanenge vari? Kupi ikoko? In Shona we say ushe madzoro hunoravanwa. Even kuZanu ikoko kana zveopposition zvanetsa chinjanai chero mukaita week week ndizvozvo. Umwe akapinda akaisa Mbuya Nehanda statue, akagadzira Harare Beitbridge highway, akasvasvanga rtgs ndokuunza ZiG which is currently on a free fall, ndozvaakagonawo. Ipaiwo Chiwenga iyeye chero riri dofo regai ripinde, maybe he will bring more Chinese here, ko ndiye adiiwo. Kana apinda we will just make sure kuti he won’t go to UN summit, tinganyara tikabaiwa. Team Chiwenga yaenda nechimuti and I hear there are security threats to H.E zvekuti vakatotora Sean, chimutwin chekuArmy to be ADC, Yes Aide De Camp. Muchamuona akamira kumashure kwaH.E manje manje, he doesn’t know who to trust nowadays. PG was changed now they have vakomana vematanker vaya, they no longer trust Mech. Gore rino tichadzidza zvakawanda kkk. Ini ndakaona pakadzoka Sanyatwe ndikati mmm, pashata apa, anyway let’s see.
Before I go zvangu kunokanga maputi angu for lunch, let me just observe a minute of silence in memory of all the departed army generals and say good luck to Air marshal Moyo for survival. We all know accidents happen. Imwe yakauraya masoja paChaka apa recently. The guys were coming for the graduation apa remember the venue had been changed countless times due to security concerns. Imiwoye, zvine chinodaro soja haringofe, pane chariuraya zizi harife nemhepo.
Ko pane akamboonawo here Sir Weaknail? I am sure you all see how he is coming out zvishoma nezvishoma out of hibernation. Vakange vambonyararidzwa paya but he is back with a bang. I heard the ban yekuState House still stands but he now has access to Baba, they meet at his private office kuya kwavaisangana naChabangu. Beware Weaknail. Frequent that place at your own peril. Chabangu aripi izvezvi? Hakutambiwe kuya. I know vamwe vanoti hee regai zvife, I don’t support hangu kufa kwevanhu so I wish him good luck. I hear ana Chimombe vari kudhomoka zvakaipa. I won’t talk much about mbavha dzembudzi. Ndingatobvunza zvangu about VaMphoko. I am sure he is going to Botswana for Inaguresheni. Ko handiti he was once ambassador to Botswana and he knows zvimaCorner zvese. If anyone sees him please tell him kuti vasandisiya for Inaguresheni if he is going. But mukati kunoendwa iyemi. The SADC Chair is yet to send congratulatory massage. hameno. Let’s watch and see. Until next week, mboko imboko!
Time to punish ‘2030 vanenge vachipo’ zealots
Kingdom Boys win 2-nil against Una Una
By Tatiana Mhararira
FC Wangu Mazodze won the Masvingo derby for the second time against Masvingo United FC on match day 29 at the home of football Mucheke Stadium on October 27.
Nicknamed the ‘Kingdom Boys’, FC Wangu Mazodze won 2-nil in the much anticipated match, maintaining its first position on the log table.
Derby matches have not been a walk in the park for the log leaders, with its first ever win against Masvingo United, known as Una Una being recorded on July 11, 2023 through a goal by Mac Sean Murambiwa in the second half.
Speaking to TellZim News, FC Wangu Mazodze Spokesperson, Blessing Kwesha said they were excited to have won the derby as the players demonstrated outstanding performance.
“We are very excited as a club from players, the technical team and the executive for winning Masvingo derby. Obviously a very important game of the season though we still have five more games ahead.
“The players demonstrated a classy performance since derbies are difficult to win but the Kingdom Boys delivered the three points which were our target for the game,” said Kwesha.
Kwesha said they were not blinded by the derby results and they were preparing for the next game with extra energy.
“We are not getting carried away by the derby win because it’s just three points so we need a couple more wins to get the Premier League promotion. Masvingo derby is over and we are now focused on our next game against FC Hunters at Rudhaka Stadium on Sunday November, 3 2024.
“Of course it’s another difficult game but the coaches and players, like they have done all season, are preparing well for the match with more energy than before,” said Kwesha.
Mazodze staunch supporter, Priscilla Uche Chikute said she was happy because of the team’s win as players defied all odds to win against Una Una.
“Winning this derby is a great achievement for the team since most of our rivals never expected us to win and it’s been difficult for us to beat Una Una even though it’s the second time. Mazodze have proved that when it comes to soccer we are one of the best.
“Our coach has worked tirelessly in making the team achieve the best result and back then Masvingo United FC has been well known for displaying best football but this derby was different,” said Chikute.
Chikute said they hoped for premier league promotion and appealed to relevant stakeholders for the renovation of Mucheke Stadium so that they will use it as their home ground.
“As a fan I appeal to relevant authorities to assist in the renovation of Mucheke stadium for the team to avoid travelling to other cities to play their home matches. Having the Premier League in Masvingo will allow the football lovers to enjoy better football besides Division 1 which we are used to now,” said Chikute.
Una Una players have been having salary grievances, and recently, the team failed to travel for a match due to financial constraints.
The Kingdom Boys are left with few away games against FC Hunters and Mutare City Rovers and the home games will be against the second log leaders Tenax FC, St Paul’s Musami FC and Surrey FC.
Shot in the arm for Zaka’s Jinjika School
By Meditation Mposi
After 24 years with only three classroom blocks, Jinjika Secondary School in Zaka is witnessing first signs of development as there are plans to construct another block.
Earlier this year, TellZim News wrote a story about Jinjika Secondary School which is Ward 33, Zaka North and was in dire need of more classroom blocks as the only available classrooms accommodate few people forcing the school to drop its enrolment.
In an interview, Zaka North Member of Parliament (MP) Ophias Murambiwa who chairs the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Primary and Secondary Education said there were preparations for the construction of another classroom block.
“We are planning to build blocks at Jinjika. We are waiting for the Constituency Development Funds (CDF) that we have applied for, and once we receive funds, construction of the classroom block will commence.
“So far bricks, river and pit sand have been ferried to the school though they are not enough and more will be mobilized.
“The bricks are not yet enough for a classroom block. Parents and the community will help us with labour, river and pit sand for construction,” said Murambiwa.
The School Development Committee (SDC) Chairperson Alerta Magombedze said preparations for construction were underway.
“Preparations of building another classroom block are underway and with the available bricks we managed to put on the box since they are not enough. Bricks and cement are not enough therefore we are waiting for external assistance since the school is struggling.
“We have since gotten support from our MP Hon Murambiwa and Zaka Central MP honorable Marapira (Davies).Hon Marapira gave us lorry to transport bricks helped with sand and Honorable Murambiwa gave us a lorry to carry farm bricks which were made by the parents.
She also said the school was in need of roofing material for one teacher’s house that was constructed but the school was failing to pool resources to finish construction.
Confusion mars GZU’s 18th graduation preps
…venue changed 4 times
By Tatiana Mhararira
The changes in graduation venue for the Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) 18th graduation ceremony set for tomorrow (November 1, 2024) was marred with a lot of confusion disrupting plans for both graduands and guests.
Initial communications indicated that the event was going to take place at Mashava Campus which is about 45 km from Masvingo City after the official opening of the university’s Mashava hospital but later changed to Main Campus.
However it is alleged that state security agents raised concerns saying the area would be difficult to provide maximum for President Emmerson Mnangagwa during the graduation ceremony.
Contacted for comment on the venue changes, GZU Director of Information and Public Relations Anderson Chipatiso said he was occupied and students should go by what is written on the last communication issued.
In the first notice that was issued early October the graduation had been set to take place at Mashava campus on the October 31 but was however, moved to the university main campus and was to be held on November 1.
Shortly after the issuance of the second notice, a third notice was released indicating that the graduation had been moved back to Mashava Campus.
“GZU advises graduands and guests that the 2024 graduation ceremony has been moved from Thursday, October 31, 2024, to Friday, November 1, 2024, at Mashava Stadium,” read part of the notice.
However, on the eve of the graduation, another notice was issued indicating that the ceremony had been moved back to the Main Campus and that rehearsals would also take place there.
“GZU wishes to inform all stakeholders that the venue for the 18th graduation ceremony scheduled for Friday, November 1, 2024, is the Main Campus,” the notice read.
Some of the graduands aired their displeasure on GZU Facebook page expressing their state of confusion.
“With this state of confusion I can safely say University of Confusion not University of Choice,” said student
Another comment read “What is left is for us to be told to stand up during the ceremony, the new venue for the graduation ceremony is Mashava campus. Sorry for the inconveniences caused.”
“Next time prioritize graduands and guests the inconvenience is just unnecessary,” read another comment.
“GZU is acting like is under the influence of drugs the confusion and disorder is too much” another comment read.
“I’m confused I don’t know where exactly I should go for the graduation ceremony Mashava Campus or Main Campus,”
“If the University is facing venue challenges allow the graduation to be conducted using zoom meeting and people will attend the event in the comfort of their homes,” another comment read.
The conflicting announcements have created confusion among graduands and guests, raising questions about the reasons behind the venue changes, the decision to move to Mashava Campus, and the last-minute confirmation of the Main Campus as the final location.
Mai Patai, King David release new single
By TellZim Reporter
Gweru – born Gospel Artist Respina Patai popularly known in the music circles as Mai Patai recently collaborated with gospel music newcomer King David real name Bravemen Chizvino formerly known as Baba Harare and released a new single titled Hakuna Anoramba.
Speaking to TellZim News Mai Patai said the single signified God’s authority over everything quoting the biblical book of Revelations.
“The title’s theme is inspired by the word of God in Revelation 3 verse 7, which says ‘To the angel of the church Philadelphia write: These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David, What he opens no one can shut and what he shuts no one can open’. It reflects God’s authority and control over circumstances, affirming that nobody can oppose his plans.
“The idea is to inspire people through this song that if God is intending to raise you or call you to do his work no one can be against him. Let the world talk or assume negativity but when God decides no one can stop his plans,” said Mai Patai.
The song comforts and encourages everyone who is at the brink of losing hope in life that God is there for everyone and every situation.
“This song ministers to everyone and it uplifts the spirit of those who might lose hope in every circle of life,” she said.
The track is already trending on social media, with fans praising the musicians for the track which is loaded with divine content.
Mai Patai expressed her gratitude to fans for the support, stating that she is overwhelmed by their support which she said pushed her to do more.
“I appreciate my fans for their tremendous support, I’m very thrilled and motivated and feel that I should do more,” she said.
She thanked King David, her producer Cymblex, her video director Hasting and God for making the production a success.
Mai Patai released six albums namely Mazambara, Mabhiravira , Makanaka , Samulena , Punish the Devil and Watch and Pray and has three singles namely Ndinoda Kuona , Nzira Dzekare and Hakuna Anoramba.
Mai Patai is pastoring at Apostolic Faith Mission in Zimbabwe, Harare.
Come for consultations – Council urged
By Own Correspondent
Villagers from Mutasa Dristrict Council’s ward 18 have urged the local authority to prioritise consultative meetings in order to promote participation by ordinary members of the society.
Speaking during a community dialogue meeting organized by TellZim News, members of the public said they were worried by the fact that they had never been involved in budget consultation meetings and urged the ward Councillor Johanne Mandirangana to make sure the local authority comes to the people.
“We have seen government coming down to us for budget consultations and we make our contributions to national budget but surprisingly we have never seen our local authority doing the same here.
“We have always seen you (Councillor) here and we do meetings with you and we are happy with you thus far- however, your council has not managed to come down for budgets reviews. We are surprised with new levies and taxes that are just imposed on us without consultations,” said Village had Chauruka.
Villagers said there were a number of projects and activities that they would want to see local authority executing.
Councillor Mandiringana said he was happy to hear people’s views and promised to do his best in addressing concerns raised. He also urged the Ward Development Committee (WDCO) to be very active and be ready to do their work.
“I can’t be everywhere or the council may not be represented at every level however, your Ward Development Committee – the people I introduced to you when we started this meeting must be there always to push for our interests as a ward. Those people must be active to promote healthy dialogue between you and local authority. I will be happy as Councillor to always have this committee come for follow-ups and suggestions of the things that we must do together,” said the councilor.
…as pregnant women travel 12 km to nearest clinic
Speaking at the same event, locals told the Councillor that there was need to fast-track the completion of a clinic being constructed at Chidazembe Primary School since expecting mothers were travelling almost 12 km to the nearest health facility.
“We appeal to you to help that we finish our clinic as soon as possible since expecting mothers are travelling very long distances for services. In many instances, women are walking for 12km and we think this is not good,” said village head Chauruka.
Other villagers also raised issues of human wildlife conflict saying they were facing challenges from wild animals like warthogs that were invading their fields and destroying crops.
“We are failing to get better yields because of wild pigs. Right now the yams we planted are being eaten by the pigs. The mealies that are almost ready in gardens are being eaten and even in the fields when we plant, they will also come, so this is affecting our yields,” said one villager.
Car theft on rise in Masvingo
By Rangarirai Shanyurai
Police in Masvingo have expressed concern over the increase in reported cases of motor vehicle theft this year following reports of two motor vehicles stolen over the past weeks.
Masvingo Provincial Police Spokesperson Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa said this while confirming the recent theft of two motor vehicles that occurred on the weekend of October 18, 2024 and urged car owners to be careful.
“Cases of car theft are on the rise in Masvingo. We have a report of two vehicles that were stolen over the past few weeks though the police managed to recover them.
“On September 13, a motor vehicle was taken from Victoria Ranch and on September 20 another vehicle was stolen from the same area. Another one was stolen on October 7.
“I would like to urge car owners to put security measures in place to avoid car theft or make it easier for police to track like putting car trackers, alarms and lockable garages. Trackers will make it easier for the police to track stolen vehicles whilst alarms and locked garages scare away thieves,” said Dhewa.
He said the stolen vehicles belonged to Clayton Nyakanyanga (34) whose car was stolen along Leopold Takawira Street near Windows Hardware, valued at approximately US$4500. The other one belonged to Rashid Mutsvaire (35) that was valued US$3500 and was stolen at Mucheke Rank.
Circumstances are that on October 18 at around 1120 hours Nyakanyanga left his black Honda fit vehicle parked near Windows Hardware, Masvingo CBD while the car keys were on ignition.
Nyakanyanga went into the hardware to make a purchase, only to discover upon his return that the vehicle was missing and he reported the incident to the police.
During the investigations the police received information indicating that Tinashe Moyo (24) had been seen driving the stolen vehicle.
On the second incident, a Toyota Sedan Sprinter was stolen at Mucheke rank and was found in possession of Ephraim Chivenge (19) from Masvingo Industrial Street and Nickson Chizengwe (24) from Majange Street.
It is reported that on October 18, Mutsvaire from Zimuto Street parked his Grey Toyota Sedan Sprinter near Chifamba shop in Mucheke and locked it before going to his homestead. The following day at 0900 hours he found the vehicle missing and reported the incident.
The police received information about the two suspects at Yeukai attempting to tow another vehicle using the stolen vehicle and they were arrested.
Masvingo poet set to release collection
By Tatiana Mhararira
A Masvingo poet Tecla Nyengeterai Mwoyo is set to release a poetry anthology which she says was meant to promote Zimbabwean culture, with the project running from end of October to December 2024.
Mwoyo said the anthology is state funded and learners from primary and secondary schools as well as college students will be contributing their work in it.
She said after the success of her first poetry album ‘Voiceless’, she was inspired to work on the second project which she said is meant to equip people from various ages with poetry skills as there are many talented people out there with most of them lacking kills.
“Following the success of the ‘Voiceless’ album, I am working on my upcoming project called My Hearty Zim Culture Poetry Anthology running under the theme ‘The best way to understand a different culture is to live among’.
“The anthology aims to equip leaners and students with necessary poetry skills in promoting shared standard of interactions, to enable Zimbabweans to embrace their culture with pride, to promote multiculturalism and to facilitate translation of indigenous languages used in anthology into English Language being supplementary tourism industry efforts,” said Mwoyo.
Mwoyo said each province will have its own poetry book and there were some key outputs which she aimed to see after the launch of the anthology.
“The key outputs of the anthology include increased responsiveness from schools covering all ten provinces to district levels, technical facilities, raised awareness and publication of information,” said Mwoyo.
Mwoyo is a poet registered with the National Arts Council and can perform on a number of events including local and international events.
Some of the poems on the ‘Voiceless’ album include Dear God, Valentine, I’m sorry, Girl Child, Dzimba Dzemabwe, Kutenda, Wandakada, Kubaira Zanhi and Ndakatamba nepwere.
2 more awards for Junior Enterprises
By Virgina Njovo
Junior Enterprise which runs a thriving Driving school, two private schools and a security company won two more awards at the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) Masvingo Chapter at Flamboyant Hotel recently.
Junior Driving School was crowned MSME of The Year while Junior Enterprises Director Noah Marima won the Businessman of The Year award.
In Septermber, Junior Primary School was recognised as the Best Private School while Marima was crowned Entrepreneur of The Year at the Sundrive Annual Business Awards.
Junior Driving School was crowned Outstanding Driving School at the Masvingo Agricultural Show.
Marima was named Outstanding Business Personality in 2020 at the Megafest awards while Junior High School bagged the Diamond Award in 2022 cementing the enterprise as one of the best in the province and beyond.
Speaking to TellZim News, Marima said he was humbled by the awards which he said were a testament to the organisation’s quest for excellence.
“These awards are not just a testament to my hard work, but also to the incredible support I’ve received from my team and colleagues.
“They came as a reminder that our efforts are making a difference, and as Junior Enterprises, we are honoured,” said Marima.
Junior Driving School has also been named best in the Motor Trade Industry several times at the Masvingo Agricultural Show.
One of Junior Driving School Drivers recently came third in the driver-of-the-year competitions held by the Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TCSZ) recently.
Rains threaten Mucheke, Chimusana Bridges completion
… as financial hurdles delay progress
By Perpetua Murungweni
The long-stalled Mucheke and Chimusana Bridges projects have suffered another setback ,with construction crushing to an end due to financial challenges.
With Masvingo town having received first rains on the evening of October 23, continuous delays could draw back the work as rains could fill in excavations that had already been done at the two bridges.
Construction of the Mucheke Chevron Bridge and Chimusana Bridge commenced in June this year and was expected to be completed by next year February.
However, progress at both bridges seem to be slow and Ministry of Public works Engineer Shadreck Kativhu confirmed the slowing down of progress claiming it was due to financial challenges.
“Currently we are experiencing financial constraints, but will notify you once our funding situation improves. We are awaiting for disbursement of funds through the timelines are unclear,” said Kativhu.
Timelines remain a maze as responsible authorities are failing to provide information as well as the amount of money to be used for the projects. Kativhu refused to comment on completion timelines and way forward since they were struggling with finances before referring this reporter to Engineer Zindoga from the head office who also failed to comment referring questions back to Kativhu.
“Procedurally I am not allowed to comment on that, Engineer Kativhu can assist you,” said Zindoga
Ministry of Public Works routine report seen by this publication however indicated that the construction of the Mucheke Chevron Bridge was expected to be completed in February 2025 and gave an outline of the bridges.
In their 2012/13 budget, Masvingo City Council had proposed US$800 000 for the widening of Chimusana Bridge and in 2014 council then indicated that the same project needed at least US$2.5million. The council, then under the late Town Clerk Adolf Gusha claimed that the money that was proposed in the 2012 council budget was never collected as residents failed to pay their bills.
In 2018, government cancelled a tender to modernize the Harare-Masvingo-Beitbridge highway that had been awarded to Austrian firm, Geiger International and awarded it to five local companies namely Masimba Holdings, Exodus and Company, Fossil Contracting, Bitumen World and Tensor.
In 2022 Masimba Construction Company was then contracted to construct additional bridges on Mucheke River in Masvingo which were aimed at reducing congestion along the Masvingo-Beitbridge highway under the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme (ERRP 2).
Recently, Masimba Holdings issued a notice on the closure to traffic of Chimusana Bridge starting from September 17, saying it was meant for the continuation of the Harare-Beitbridge roadworks, but to date, the bridge is yet to be closed and there is no progress.