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Mupandawana High celebrates stellar Zimsec results

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Mupandawana High celebrates stellar Zimsec results

….as 32 learners get 10 points and above at A’ Level

By Tatiana Mhararira

Gutu’s Mupandawana High School is celebrating stellar results after the school attained 91.23percent in the recently released Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council Advanced Level results which showcased teachers and learners’ hard work resulting in outstanding results.

52 learners out of 57 passed two subjects and above. The highest learner Alfred Mboneka had 18 points followed by George Magadzire with 17 points.

Frank Haisa, Takudzwa Nyamunda, Lovemore Zingwena, Patience Mavhimira and Bernard Mudyahoto scooped 15 points making them the school’s third highest learners.

32 learners obtained 10 points and above with the Arts department topping this section. Seven learners had 15 points and above with male pupils dominating the category.

Geography, Economics, Business Studies, Shona Language, History, Family and Religious Studies, Crop Science, Pure Mathematics, Computer Science, Sociology, and Literature in English  all recorded100 percent

In Ordinary level results, the highest learner was Prosper Gonese with 8As, 2Bs and the second highest learner was Tawanda Tachiona with 7As, 2Bs.

Trio nabbed for waylaying, robbing villager

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Trio nabbed for waylaying, robbing villager

By Meditation Mposi

Three men from Chivi are facing armed robbery charges after attacking a villager who was coming from a local business center at dusk.

While three members of the robbery gang were arrested, Police in Masvingo are appealing to members of the public to continue supplying information which will lead to the arrest of the rest of the criminals.

“We appeal to members of the public to continue supplying information which can lead to the arrest of the criminals,” police said in a statement.

Circumstances are that on January 25, 2025 Joe Ndaba (32) of Headman Chipindu area in Chivi was on his way home from Chomuruvati Business Centre at around 1900hours when he was waylaid and attacked by Saymore Runhare (23), Brighton Mazo (19) and a male juvenile aged 17, together with their accomplices who are still at large.

The robbers emerged from a bush and ordered Ndaba to lie down, which he resisted and they hit him with a stone on the mouth, leaving his teeth shaking.

One of the robbers then produced a knife and stabbed Ndaba once on the elbow demanding money from him.

The gang proceeded to forcibly search Ndaba, taking USD$60 he had with him, after which they fled the scene.

Police investigations led to the arrest of Runhare, Mazo and the juvenile while their accomplices are still at large.

MURRA takes Council to High Court over dumpsite

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MURRA takes Council to High Court over dumpsite

By Perpetua Murungweni

Masvingo United Residents and Ratepayers Alliance (MURRA) in collaboration with Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) have taken Masvingo City Council to the High Court over the Runyararo West dumpsite which has been affecting residents in the area.

In the High Court application, MURRA is seeking the barring of Masvingo City Council or its workers from disposing waste at the dumpsite located in Runyararo West in terms of the provisions of the High Court Act Section 14 (chapter 7:06).

The residents body argues that due to the continued use of the dumpsite, residents are exposed to an unsafe environment which is hazardous to their health.

“Due to the continued existence and use of the dumpsite, residents in Runyararo West and in Masvingo in general are being exposed to a filthy and unsafe environment which is hazardous to their health. MURRA and its members, who are residents of Runyararo West, have a clear right in relation to a clean and safe environment.

“Masvingo City Council has been aware of the findings of the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) and the recommendations of EMA to migrate from the dumping site system to landfill system since 2012 but it continues to make use of the dumpsite for waste disposal with impunity,” reads the application.

MURRA Director Anoziva Muguti said they took council to court because it has been over a decade now since they engaged council on the issue and no action was taken.

“We took council to the High Court because it’s now over a decade since we started engaging them with the issue of the dumpsite,” he said.

Muguti said while council seemed to be in agreement with MURRA on several occasions, in 2023 the local authority lied that the Cambria Farm landfill had started working.

“We have engaged council on several occasions but it is seems the landfill issue is not a priority to them, that is why we decided to approach the High court,” said Muguti.

Masvingo City Council secured 10 hectares of land on Cambria Farm which is on the western outskirts of the city for the establishment of the new landfill in 2019 and was set to move there by the end of October the same year.

Last year in September, Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) released a report which revealed that council was violating environmental human rights and the right to administrative justice, years after the old dumpsite became cause for concern.

In October Women Coalition of Zimbabwe (WCoZ) petitioned Council over the dumpsite issue and its effects to the nearby residents. After the receiving the petition council promised to take the issue seriously and resolved to deploy municipal police so as to reduce some illegal activities carried out by some residents and to close the old dumpsite and open the Cambria farm dumpsite by end of last year.

Masvingo City Council in June 2023 invited Vice President Kembo Mohadi to officially open the landfill despite it not being functional until now

In October 2022, Acting City Engineer Kudzaishe Mbetu, said council was only left with construction of the site offices which was already underway.

He was quoted saying council was going to start using the landfill at the end of the same month, adding that three boreholes had been drilled but only the control borehole had been equipped.

Chiredzi CPU closes low lying Chilonga Causeway

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Chiredzi CPU closes low lying Chilonga Causeway

By Beatific Gumbwanda

CHIREDZI-Chiredzi District’s Civil Protection Unit (CPU) recently warned motorists using the dangerously hanging Chilonga Causeway saying they should stop using it with immediate effect.

CPU said using the bridge, which connects Chiredzi South with the Central Business District (CBD) even if the water in Runde River subsides until they have deemed it safe to do so.

Chiredzi District Development Coordinator (DDC) who chairs the CPU, Lovemore Chisema issued the warning to motorists from passing through the deadly low lying bridge this rainy season, citing that action will be taken on non-compliant motorists.

“Please be informed that Chilonga causeway has been seriously undermined due to recent flooding of Runde River.

“It is now impossible even if the water levels over the bridge subside to cross using heavy vehicles from one side of the river to the other. We have thus far made an effort to block the use of the cause now and in the future.

“By copy of this notice, all motorists of both heavy and light weight motor vehicles are instructed not to use the causeway until such a time it has been declared safe to do so. Action will be taken for anyone found breaching this instruction,” said Chisema.

Chisema also expressed worry over people who use homemade canoes to cross the flooded Runde River which is infested with Hippos and Crocodiles

 “Though we do not allow people to use canoes, they are adamant and unfortunately travelers approach the canoe owners for service. They say it’s less risky and less expensive than taking a longer routes,” added Chisema.

The low-lying Chilonga bridge came as a makeshift after the Chipinda Bridge in Gonarezhou was swept away by Cyclone Eline in 2000, marking exactly two decades without any action by the central government, and has been a death trap over the years in the rainy season.

The bridge is the links Chiredzi South constituency and Chiredzi Town where people get social services like acquiring birth certificates, banks, medical services and business.

A number of lives have been lost yearly during the rainy seasons including a three-year-old toddler who is still yet to be found, a professional diver from the Buchwa Police Sub Aqua Unit, a soldier and various other civilians.

 In 2024, Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, Joshua Sacco promised that another standard bridge will be erected saying they had established four possible sites which was already budgeted for.

Gutu man stabs uncle over roasted meat

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Gutu man stabs uncle over roasted meat

By Meditation Mposi

A man from Makuvaza Village, Chief Chitsa, Gutu has appeared before a Masvingo magistrate facing attempted murder charges for stabbing his uncle with a knife over roasted meat.

Energy Mushanyuri (28) pleaded not guilty when he appeared before Mgistrate Innocent Bepura for severely assaulting his uncle Absalom Madzikanga (53) on November 21, 2024 at Chitsa Business Centre in Gutu.

 The state case according to prosecutor Liberty Hove is that on the fateful day Mushanyuri was drinking beer with Madzikanga at the business centre.

Mushanyuri then had an altercation with a security guard he had earlier asked to roast meat for him, who had asked him why he had eaten the meat before the security guard tasted it (kubvisa huroyi) as per Shona culture since he was the one who had roasted it.

As the security guard continued pestering him, Mushanyuri became angry and asked the security former to leave after which he threw a beer bottle towards him which then hit the wall.

Madzikanga then intervened with the intention of resolving the conflict but Mushanyuri turned to him and stabbed him once on the left cheek with an Okapi knife, telling him that he was actually the one he had been targeting.

Mushanyuri then left and went to another bar to drink leaving his uncle Madzikanga injured and bleeding, until he was ferried to Gutu Mission Hospital by well-wishers.

In his defence, Mushanyuri said Madzikanga ate his food without his permission and was calling his other relatives to come and eat the food. He said after refusing to stop eating his meat, Madzikanga even boasted, took off his shirt and punched his nephew thrice on the face.

It was then, according to Mushanyuri that he lost it, produced an Okapi knife and stabbed Madzikanga once on the left cheek in self-defense.

Mushanyuri was remanded in custody to February 6, 2025.

Baby kidnapped, found following morning

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Baby kidnapped, found following morning

By Tatiana Mhararira

A Gutu family is traumatized after their four-month-old baby was stolen from their house, only to be found the following morning in a nearby bush unharmed.

Masvingo Provincial Police Spokesperson Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed the incident to TellZim News and encouraged parents to look after children.

“I confirm the incident whereby Primrose Magagade’s baby was kidnapped. I encourage parents to look after their children and make sure that they are safe. People should not leave infants alone because they cannot think on their own or even take action when in danger,” said Dhewa.

Circumstances are that on January 31, 2025 around 1400 hours Magagade (18) went to the well to fetch water leaving her baby in her bedroom, locked the doors and hid the keys.

When she returned, the door was unlocked and keys were on the door. She found that the baby was missing together with baby blankets and 10 kilograms of mealie meal.

Magagade told her mother, and a search was conducted but the baby could not be found, leading them to report the matter to the police.

The following morning, at around 0400 hours, Magagade went to fetch water with her little brother aged 12 where they heard people making noise in a nearby bush.

They heard a baby crying in the bush close to the well, after which they ran home to tell their parents. They then returned with their parents and found the baby by the roadside next to a sack of mealie meal.

The baby was wrapped in a towel and its had mosquito bite marks. The baby was subsequently breastfed without any difficulties, after which they took it to Nerupiri Clinic for a health checkup.

Wetlands a natural treasure – EMA

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Wetlands a natural treasure – EMA

By Tatiana Mhararira

The Environmental Management Agency (EMA) has implored people to be more vigilant about the conservation of wetlands, saying they are a natural treasure that would continuously benefit the environment long term.
As the world commemorates World Wetlands Day on February 2 every year, EMA said the ecological role played by wetlands was vital, and they should be protected at all cost.
Speaking to TellZim News, Environmental Education and Publicity Officer Masvingo Province Munyaradzi Mtisi said wetlands in Masvingo province that include Driefontein wetland which is enlisted as a Ramsar site and is located in Gutu, Njovo and Marongere wetlands in Masvingo district, Matungamire, Mukweture, Maturure and Chapedo wetlands in Bikita districts were a treasure.
“Wetlands act as a sponge, thus they have the capacity to absorb a lot of water during the rainy season and slowly release the water during the dry season resulting in ground water recharge.
“Their water absorption capacity also result in the control of flooding. Wetlands also act as a habitat for quite a number of species including birds, reptiles, aquatic live and other wildlife. This helps increase biodiversity of the local area.
“They are also important for the regulation of the microclimatic areas. Wetlands act as carbon sinks. They are important in the purification of both surface and underground water through filtration. Wetlands are also a source of water for humans and livestock,” said Mtisi.
Mtisi said EMA was working on wetland conservation around Masvingo provinc aimed at protecting wetlands.
“We have a number of big projects where we have worked with some development partners and other government departments like Njovo Community Wetland Project, Marongere Community Wetland Project, among others.
“We have fenced the wetlands, established community gardens, constructed weirs and established other community projects like aquaculture and apiculture,” said Mtisi.
He also said individuals were encouraged to take part in wetland and to abide by the wetland protection legislation in Zimbabwe. As they were very key and sensitive ecosystems.
The World Wetlands Day is a day commemorated to mark the signing of the Treaty on the Conservation of Wetlands, which was signed on the 2nd of February 1971 in Ramsar, Iran.
The Treaty became popularly known as the Ramsar Convention and its aim is to raise public awareness on conservation, proper utilisation and management of wetlands and their resources.
This year (2025) World Wetlands Day’s theme is, “Protecting wetlands for our common future.”

High-Flyers netball club appeals for sponsorship

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High-Flyers netball club appeals for sponsorship

By Tatiana Mhararira

High-Flyers, a local netball team in Masvingo is appealing for sponsorship from local businesses and individuals to support the team to participate in the national netball league and other big tournaments.
The team, which has been competing in local tournaments, has set its sight on joining the top flight league but the dream is yet to become a reality because of financial challenges.
The club is a community-based team founded in 2017 by three passionate sisters Racy, Ranee and Rachel Tonono at Vurombo Primary School netball grounds with the aim to create a platform for local girls to develop their netball skills, promote positive values and empower them to become confident leaders as they grow.
Speaking to TellZim News, Rachel who is a team board member said the sponsorship they sought will assist the team in a number of ways.
“With improved funding and sponsorship we are planning to intensify training and coaching programmes, enhance our fitness and conditioning programs, increase community outreach and engagement initiatives as well as developing a strong support network of mentors, coaches and volunteers,” said Rachel.
She said despite facing challenges due to limited resources and sponsorship the team achieved some notable milestones.
“Three of our former players were picked from our training sessions and are now serving as Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services officers.
“Two of our talented players currently play for Tenax Queens while another player play for Correctional Queens showcasing our team’s ability to nurture and develop skilled netball players,” she said.
In an interview with TellZim News, Ranee who is the team manager said sponsors should choose to partner with High-Flyers Netball Club because of a number of reasons.
“Sponsors should choose to partner with High-Flyers netball club because we offer a unique opportunity to support a community-focused organization. Our team is passionate, dedicated and committed to making a positive impact.
“As a team we provide a platform for sponsors to increase their brand visibility through developing a newsletter to share news and sponsor recognition as well as displaying sponsor logos and branding on our team jerseys and our community outreach initiatives align with corporate social responsibility goals,” said Ranee.
She said by partnering with the team, it would mean empowering girls and developing future leaders.
“To our potential sponsors I say join us in empowering young girls and promoting positive values. By partnering with High-Flyers Netball Club, you will support a talented team and contribute to developing future leaders. Together we will make a lasting impact,” said Ranee.
High-Flyers Netball Club has previously demonstrated outstanding performance by winning the Vendors Netball Tournament in 2021 and recently they won the Zimbabwe Defence Forces Day Netball Trophy in August 2024.
In the upcoming 2025 netball season, the club aims to compete at national level in the Rainbow Netball League and achieve better results as they increase their chances of having players nominated for the national team.
For sponsorship, interested persons can get in touch through the following numbers: 0719131711, 0782074227 and 0779623672

Gutu teenager drowns herding cattle

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Gutu teenager drowns herding cattle

By Rangarirai Shanyurai

A 13-year-old boy from Mashingaidze Village Chief Gutu drowned on January 26, 2025 in Deure River while herding cattle with another boy aged nine.
Masvingo Provincial Police Spokesperson Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed the death of Celebrity Mabhuku (13) to TellZim News, who drowned on January 26 and urged members of the public not to cross flooded rivers or streams.
“I can confirm the incident of drowning in Gutu where a 13-year-old boy drowned when he was swimming in Deure River with a nine year old boy while herding cattle on January 26.
“I urge members of the public to never to attempt crossing flooded rivers and to look after their minors. Cases of drowning are on the rise, from last Friday to this Thursday we have recorded 11 cases of drowning. The other thing that is worrying is that minors are drowning,” said Dhewa.
Sources privy to the incident said on January 26 at around 1400 hours Mabhuku and the other minor were herding cattle in Mashingaidze village near Deure River. They started to swim in the river and Mabhuku failed to swim and drowned. His other boy reported the incident to the villagers and his body was retrieved from the river.
The police were notified and the body of the deceased was taken to Gutu Mission Hospital mortuary for post-mortem.

Infant drowns in ditch

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… as cases of drowning continue to rise

By Meditation Mposi

A dark cloud hung over Mkwasine, in Chiredzi after a two-year-old infant from Village 7, Fair Ranch drowned in a ditch on January 26.
Masvingo Provincial Police Spokesperson Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed the death of Blessing Mashavele to TellZim News and encouraged parents to monitor their children’s movements during the rainy season.
“I confirm the drowning of Mashavele and I urge parents to monitor their children’s movements during this rainy season. This week we have recorded eleven cases of people who have drowned,” said Dhewa.
Circumstances are that on the fateful day, Mashavele was playing outside while his mother was inside the house. Mashavele’s 16 year old sister later saw him in a ditch, also noticing that he was already dead and carried him home.
Mashavele’s body was taken to Chiredzi General Hospital for postmortem.
On the same day Patrick Vangi (43) of Maturure Village, Headman Madyangove, Chivi drowned in Muchenami River. At around 1000hours Vangi went to the next village for personal errands but failed to come back on the same day.
The following day on January 27 at around 0545 hours two women from Maturiro Village saw him lying face down down on the river bank and they informed his relatives.
His body was taken to Chivi District Hospital waiting for postmortem.

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