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Mwenezi High wins Perm Sec Award

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Mwenezi High wins Perm Sec Award

Dr Sylvia Utete-Masango presents a cheque to Mwenezi High School head Cuthbert Chuma.


Itai Muzondo in Mwenenzi

MWENEZI – The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education permanent secretary Dr Sylvia Utete-Masango last week presented Mwenezi Government High School with the 2016 Permanent Secretary’s Merit Award, the second time the school has won the prestigious accolade.
Mwenezi Government High School first won the award way back in 1985 and it has been a protracted period of hard work which finally resulted in the award returning to the school after more than 30 years.
The award earned the school some government funding to the tune of US$10 000 for the establishment of an ‘e-classroom’ which will be equipped with 45 laptops, a mounted projector as well as an interactive whiteboard.
Speaking at the ceremony, Dr Utete-Masango challenged all schools to join the race for the award by first creating a conducive learning environment for children in their respective spaces.
“As secretary, it is my expectation that every school is part of this noble race. This is a race we must be working for on a daily basis so that in the end, though we may have one winner, all the schools and all the learners would have won too.
“Every school has a duty to provide, without fail, conducive teaching and learning environments for quality learning outcomes,” Dr Utete-Masango said.
She also said she was happy with how pupils at Mwenezi Government High School had shown an impressive understanding of the new curriculum.
“I am happy with engagements I take with pupils every time I visit schools. Here, I have talked to many students from different classes and they have shown great understanding of the new curriculum. I am confident they will rightly use skills acquired through such learning to sustain themselves,” she said.
Mwenezi Government High School headmaster Cuthbert Chuma said the award was a great milestone in the history of the school.
“The year will go down in history as momentous for Mwenezi Governmet High School as the school was bestowed with the coveted and prestigious Secretary’s Merit Award. The award is a great honour which every school in Zimbabwe aspires to attain but many in their life time may not be able to attain the elusive dream of such recognition.
“The award is a result of teamwork by school stakeholders. Staff and students have worked hard in various disciplines and departments. The School Development Committee (SDC) has done tremendous work at the school. Currently we have a landscaping programme we launched to re-brand the school and it is going on well through the support of these stakeholders,” Chuma said.
In his remarks, Mwenezi High SDC chairperson Pinias Shoko thanked the ministry for honouring the school’s efforts.
“There is no better way of being appreciated than being honoured for the work you are doing for development. I would like to say thank you to our parent ministry for recognising our combined efforts to improve education in Mwenezi,” Shoko said.education,topnews

Rapist father slapped with 20 years jail time

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Rapist father slapped with 20 years jail time


Elliot Jinjika

CHIVHU – The 39-year-old man who infamously told the Chivhu Magistrates Court that he had slept with his own daughter because ‘she is too sexy to resist’ was last week given a 20-year jail sentence by the same court.
The man, who cannot be identified to protect the victim, was found guilty of repeatedly raping his daughter by magistrate Fadzai Mtombeni who labelled the crime ‘inhuman’ considering the trust which should underpin the relationship between father and daughter.
The State’s case, as presented by Nicholas Mabvongodze, was that sometime in April 2015, the man asked for sexual favours from his daughter but she turned him down.
The perverted man forced himself into his daughters’ blankets and raped her nonetheless.
The court found him guilty of raping his daughter several more times until September 2016 when the daughter spilled the beans to her aunt with whom she was now living in Norton.
The rapist father had, however, pleaded not guilty to the rape charges, all the while claiming that it was his daughter who had seduced him and he had found it impossible to resist.local

Man pulls out manhood, begs for sex

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Man pulls out manhood, begs for sex


Nashe Mahachi

MUTARE – A Rusape man exposed his erect manhood to a young woman who had turned down his sexual advances.
Despite having pleaded innocent, Michael Chigudu (31), of Village 42 Inyathi, was slapped with a US$300 fine after being convicted of indecent assault by provincial magistrate Elizabeth Hanzi.
Chigudu had told the court he was in love with the complainant.
The provincial magistrate gave him a three months jail term with an option to pay a fine.
Appearing for the State, Moblessing Tapfumaneyi told the court that on December 25 2015, at around 20:00 hrs, Chigudu went to the complainant’s homestead and pretended as if he wanted to discuss some issues with her. The complainant opened the door and Chigudu asked her for sexual favours but he was turned down.
The complainant rushed back inside and closed her door but Chigudu forcibly pushed the door and pulled her out.
He then unzipped his trousers and exposed his erect manhood while grabbing the complainant. She screamed and Chigudu released her after dogs started barking at him. She reported the matter to the police and he was arrested.local,top news

Pastor confesses impregnating married woman

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Pastor confesses impregnating married woman

… pays woman’s husband in cattle and cash

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MWENEZI – A well-known Zion Christian Church (ZCC) pastor, John Mabheja who has lately been embroiled in a sex scandal, has been fined three cows and US$375 by Chief Mawarire’s court after being convicted of adultery and impregnating a married member of his church.
Before the affair came to light, Mabheja, who hails from Pikinini village, was the leader of the church’s congregation at Manyuchi where he met and later preyed on Taruvinga Mabhekedhe’s wife.
Speaking to TellZim News, Chief Mawarire, born Amon Vengo, said the disgraced pastor had sent his younger brothers to stand for him as he is said to have left for South Africa.
 “Mabheja sent his younger brothers to stand on his behalf at the trial and they confirmed that he is admitting the charges.
“Taruvinga, who is the complainant from the same village, demanded three beasts and they were given to him. He is however yet to be paid $375 which he also demanded from Mabheja,” said Chief Mawarire.
Chief Mawarire also revealed that Mabhekedhe had made it clear he still loved his wife who is now nursing her love child.
The drama started when Mabhekedhe, who worked in South Africa, returned home and dumped his wife at the pastor’s homestead after he was tipped that his wife had been seeing the pastor and was pregnant with him.
After being dumped at Mabheja’s place, the woman then left for her parents’ place in Chivi but her husband later followed her and decided to sue Mabheja in the traditional court.
Currently, Mabhegedhe is staying with his wife and the love child in their village.local

SUCCESSION FACE-OFF . . .

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SUCCESSION FACE-OFF . . .

Minister of Defence Sydney Sekeramayi chats with Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa during President Robert Mugabe Youth Interface Rally at Mucheke Stadium. Zanu PF factions – Generation 40 (G40) pushes for Sekeramayi to replace Mugabe while Team Lacoste supports Mnangagwa to take over from the 93 year-old leader.topnews, politics

Masvingo dominate COPA Coca-Cola tourney

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Masvingo dominate COPA Coca-Cola tourney


Chidyamakono team celebrate after winning

. . . 3 teams make it to the semis
. . . Chidyamakono lifts girls’ trophy for record 5th time

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BINDURA – Masvingo has got talent! Chidyamakono has proven that no other province has more talent than Masvingo after the Chivi-based school scooped the U15 Girls COPA Coca-Cola trophy for the fifth time in a row, while two other teams from the ancient city made it to the semi-finals.
Chidyamakono dismissed hapless Mamunyadza from Manicaland by a goal to nil in the finals to clinch the most prestigious schools trophy at Trojan Mine Stadium in Bindura on Sunday.
In the boys’ category, Gutu High put up a spirited performance and booked their ticket in the semi-finals after holding defending champions Rujeko and Midlands kings, Guinea Fowl, in the group stages.
The boys however lost concentration and conceded a silly goal in the dying minutes of the game to allow Pfupajena to proceed to the finals where they succumbed to a 4-2 defeat in penalties to 10 men Rusununguko High.
Rusunguko and Pfupajena had settled for a one-all draw in regulation time.
Though Gutu High were knocked-out in the semi-finals, Innocent Nyamadyiwa was too good to be ignored, winning the best midfielder of the tournament award as well as making it into the national dream team. Nyamadyiwa received US$100 cash for the award.
The skillful and naturally talented Gidza, as he is popularly known by fellow teammates, also attracted a number of coaches who jostled to offer him a full scholarship.
“I’m disappointed that we failed to reach to the finals; we were punished for complacency in the semi-finals. A number of coaches have approached me and they are offering scholarships but my focus now is to go back and start preparing for next year with my teammates,” said Nyamadyiwa.
It was an all-Masvingo affair in one of the semis when Chidyamakono clashed with Mwenezi High with the later succumbing to a 2-1 defeat in penalty shoot-outs after a nil-all draw in regulation time.
Mwenezi however scooped bronze medals after dismissing Vainona in the third and fourth playoffs.
National Association of Secondary Heads (NASH) head in-charge (soccer) Tranos Mbwirire said Masvingo proved that it is the schools soccer powerhouse in the country.
“Having three teams in the semi-finals out of ten provinces is enough evidence that we have a lot of talent.  Chidyamakono also proved that no team from any other province can match their talent as they lifted the title for the fifth time,” said Mbwirire.
Chidyamakono coach Kundai Muruvi said she was impressed by the girls’ performance.
“It’s easy to win a tournament but never easy to defend the title. We have been successfully defending this title for the past four years and that proves how good we are. We were determined to win the trophy for the fifth time and I am happy the girls did us proud. Our focus now is on defending the title again next year,” said Muruvi.
For the grand prize, Chidyamakono received US$3 500, a trophy and gold medals while Mwenezi High got bronze medals and a cash prize.sport

Zifa decides on abandoned Mutare City Rovers game

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Zifa decides on abandoned Mutare City Rovers game

… two teams to play remaining 24 minutes

TellZim Reporter

MASVINGO – The Zimbabwe Football Association (Zifa) Eastern Region recently confirmed with TellZim News that they have since reached a decision on the recently abandoned match between Mucheke Pirates and Mutare City Rovers at Mucheke Stadium.
Speaking to TellZim News, Zifa Eastern Region secretary general Wisdom Simba said a committee had finally reached a decision that the match be resumed from the 66th minute at which it was abandoned.
“A Zifa committee has sat and decided that there will be a continuation of the match on a date to be announced. The teams will play the remaining 24 minutes only to cover up for the time that had been left before the final whistle.
“Mucheke Pirates could not be pardoned because they failed to produce required documents resulting in the match starting later than expected. Mutare City Rovers could not be pardoned either as they were found guilty of causing match abandonment,” Simba said.
Mucheke Pirates were leading 2 – 1 before the match was abandoned after the visitors complained of poor lighting as the sun began to set.
Rovers had taken the lead in the first two minutes of the match before Mucheke Pirate’s Gerald Bero and Caleb Masocha scored for the home side in the 11th and 21st minutes respectively.sport

Zaka vendor wins Delta Beverages air ticket to SA

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Zaka vendor wins Delta Beverages air ticket to SA

Martin Chiweta

Brighton Chiseva

ZAKA – Martin Chiweta a well-known vendor and gambler from Jerera growth point has won an air ticket to South Africa courtesy of a Carling Black Label Cup draw sponsored by Delta Beverages.
The ticket gives Chiweta the privilege to fly to South Africa and watch a match between Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates on Sunday.
Speaking to TellZim News, Chiweta said the ticket came as a surprise to him and he was happy and thankful to Delta Beverages for the privilege.
“I have won many prices in draws sponsored by Delta Beverages before but this has been my biggest masterstroke. I am a Lotto player and I used to gamble and win but had not expected something as big and exciting as this,” said Chiweta.
Delta Beverages Chiredzi sales representative, Tererai Zhou confirmed Chiweta’s good luck saying if his papers are in order, he will be leaving for Johannesburg together with others winners across the country.
“I know about Chiweta, and if he has a valid passport and has sent the required information to us, then he will be going,” said Zhou.
Chiweta was recently convicted and was sentenced to do 90 days community service at Jerera Magistrates Court after he was found with nine 90 kg of rubble from Fube-Panganai Mine.
He however made it clear that was not going to prevent him from feeling the comfort of the plane, saying he had already sought and got the permission needed to travel.local

Beitbridge man in court for raping sister-in-law

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Beitbridge man in court for raping sister-in-law


McKenzie Ndou

BEITBRIDGE – A 27-year-oldn man from Malusungane last week appeared before Beitbridge regional magistrate, Trinos Wutawashe facing charges of raping his 13-year-old sister in law at her homestead.
The man, who cannot be named to protect the victim, pleaded not guilty of the rape charge but was remanded in custody for his next appearance due for August 17.
It is the State’s case that on the April 21 this year, the complainant was alone at her homestead as her mother had been admitted at a nearby clinic.
In the middle of the night, the accused who is husband to the victim’s sister, allegedly came to her room calling her name.
She went to open the door and found him standing outside her door with a bottle of Skippers brandy in his hand.
The court further heard that the accused then forced his way into the room demanding to stay the night claiming that his wife, the complainant’s sister was not around.
After attempts by the girl to reason with him failed, he allegedly overpowered her and raped her once.
Soon after the ordeal, the complainant rushed to a neighbouring home and explained to elders what had happened to her.
The people then accompanied her to the police where a report was made, leading to the arrest of the alleged rapist.local

Masvingo UMC Vabvuwi launch album

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Masvingo UMC Vabvuwi launch album

TellZim Reporter

The United Methodist Church (UMC) Masvingo Innercity Vabvuwi last week launched their debut album called ‘Nguvayedu Ipfupi’, setting themselves up as a distinguished musical group with a lot to offer in a church known for immense talent.
The launch of the eight-track album was graced by many dignitaries including City of Masvingo Mayor; Hubert Fidze, UMC Masvingo District Superintendent; Reverend Jairous Mafondokoto and pastors from other denominations of the church.
Response to the album was impressive and several copies were bought, with the first one going for a whopping US$200.
Speaking at the event, Fidze congratulated the musical ensemble for their achievement, and thanked them for bringing out the best that Masvingo has to offer.
“We are a great city known for our wits, our ear for detail and for making the right noises at the right time. This is what our own Vabvuwi have done and we congratulate them for a wonderful job. It would be even more remarkable if they release more albums per year,” said Fidze.
In his remarks, Rev Mafondokoto also thanked the group for proving that talent in the UMC family exists not only in other accomplished UMC areas such as Harare West but in Masvingo district too.
“We want to thank you very much for motivating yourselves to produce this wonderful album which proves that Vabvuwi are there in Masvingo.
“What you have started is not a trivial job because music does preach the word of God to the people so we want this CD to do that work,” said Rev Mafondokoto, challenging the group to do live shows in all areas so that the message can go far and wide.
Father advisor for UMC Masvingo Innercity, Evison Tahongai said he was happy that the long journey that the group had travelled to record and release the album had finally paid off.
“We encountered serious obstacles along the way but we held on to hope with the faith that the Lord does not fail those who toil in his name. We thank our leaders and church members for all the support they gave us,” said Tahongai.
Songs at the album are Nguva Nevatumwa, Nguva Yakanakisa, Ngatiite Zvakanaka, Jerusalem, Pass Me Not, Jesu Mutungamirire, Jehova Anotipa Chisepe and Munyika Munenhamo.entertainment

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