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Mberengwa villagers rubbish Nkosana Moyo presidential bid

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Mberengwa villagers rubbish Nkosana Moyo presidential bid

Nkosana Moyo


Prince Danda

MBERENGWA – Some villagers in this impoverished district feel that the decision by Nkosana Moyo to launch his political outfit called the Alliance for People’s Agenda (APA) at a multi-star rated hotel in Harare was a sure sign that the former Industry and International Trade minister was detached from reality.
Speaking to TellZim News, the villagers said Moyo would stand a better chance of making it in the country’s rugged political landscape if he had launched his party among the ordinary people in his own district.
“He has alienated himself from the ordinary people; the choice of the venue was unwise. How can you claim that you are launching a pro-poor organisation when you are surrounded by opulence?” queried one villager who preferred not to be identified.
Another villager said Moyo had shown that he did not identify with the conditions of the very people he purports to represent.
“He launched his party far away from us yet he expects us to support him. He speaks high sounding language just like all the other politicians we have. How different is he from the people we already have in high places? He has been out of the country for too long so he has lost touch,” said he villager.
Dr Moyo launched APA and announced his plans to contest the country’s presidency in 2018 at the glomourous Meikles Hotel in Harare on June 29 but many people have written off his chances of success, with others going to as far as labelling him a Zanu PF project.
He has however denied the speculations, claiming that his political party was genuine and was committed to reversing the economic problems that have for long bedeviled the country under Zanu PF rule.politics

Miners shot, injured in Mberengwa

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Miners shot, injured in Mberengwa

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Prince Danda

ZVISHAVANE – Disagreements over ownership of a mine in Vanguard, Mberengwa, turned violent, resulting in the owners of the claim being injured by gun shots, the Zvishavane Magistrates Court heard last week.
Herbert Kwenzani (43) of 6303 Ngundu Close, Mucheke in Masvingo, was reportedly shot by Ronald Mugangavari (29), of Zvishavane, who was aggrieved after losing ownership of Midway 15 mine through a High Court ruling.
Mugangavari and his security guard Tawanda Moyo, appeared before Zvishavane magistrate Shepherd Mnjanja facing attempted murder charges.
Appearing for the State, Amos Ncube told the court that on July 4 this year, Mugangavari, in the company of Moyo, went to the mine to confront Kwenzani who happened to be at the property with his brother, Robert Hwekwete, to tend operations that had resumed following their court victory.
When the new mine owners approached Mugangavari and Moyo to find out why they were at the site, the latter allegedly took out guns and fired at the two brothers injuring them in the process.
According to the State, Kwenzani was shot on the knee while Hwekwete was shot on the palm and the firearms used were recovered and sent to police ballistics for forensic examination.
The two suspects were granted a bail of US$100 each and will be back in court on July 19 for continuation of trial.local

Mwenezi ZCC pastor sued for impregnating married woman

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Mwenezi ZCC pastor sued for impregnating married woman


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MWENEZI – A well-known Zion Christian Church (ZCC) pastor is in the middle of an adultery scandal after he allegedly impregnated a married woman.
The family of the aggrieved man is said to be demanding an unspecified amount of money and cattle in damages and has taken their case up with the traditional court.
When contacted for comment, Chief Mawarire confirmed the development saying he was due to preside over the case.
“A case of adultery has been presented to my court. John Mabheja of Pikinini village, who leads the Manyuchi Zion Christian Church (ZCC), is said to have impregnated Taruvinga’s wife who resides in the same village.
“I was supposed to preside over the matter this week but unfortunately the accused did not show up for hearing. I believe next week he will cooperate and we will look into the issue,” said Chief Mawarire.
Sources said Taruvinga, who worked in South Africa, had returned home and dumped his wife at the pastor’s homestead when he was tipped that she was pregnant through the illicit affair.
The woman then left the pastor’s homestead for her parents’ place in Chivi where she gave birth but is now back with a baby she wants Mabheja to maintain.
Earlier on, the pastor is said to have admitted paternity when he was subjected to an inter-family court.
The sources said after the family hearing, Mabheja has not been seen in public but is understood to be staying at a relative’s homestead in Mariot resettlement area, out of the public glare.local

Gutu headmaster commits suicide

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Gutu headmaster commits suicide

Brighton Chiseva

GUTU – Joseph Mushayi (64), who was head at Chiguhune Primary School in Mvumvi village in Chief Gutu area last week committed suicide by hanging himself.
Masvingo acting police spokesperson Assistant Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed the incident saying on July 08, Mushayi woke up from where he was sleeping with his girlfriend Sheila Zvarevashe and went out but did not come back.
Ass Insp Dhewa said around 04:30 hrs, Zvarevashe is said to have gone out to look for her husband who had not yet returned to the bedroom.
She then sought the help of Alice Mushayi (sister to the deceased) and they later found him hanging on a piece of wire on a tree about 100 metres from his homestead.
Sources who spoke to TellZim News said the deceased’s first wife had died and he was always in conflict with Zvarevashe; his girlfriend.
“There were some conflicts between Mushayi and his girlfriend and we suspect that it could have been part of the cause,” said a source who decline to be named but said the deceased was once head at Mutero Primary School before moving to Chiguhune.
In a separate incident, a 19-year-old man from Nduna village in Headman Madzivire in Chivi hanged himself after he was accused of rape.
Ass Ins Dhewa also confirmed the incident saying Brian Mudzingwa was heard talking to a neighbour sometime in June saying he was being accused of rape and that was the time he was seen alive.
On July 08, his body was seen hanging on a tree by a boy who was heading goats. The boy reported the matter to one Esther Nduna who later reported it to the police.
Ass Insp Dhewa said people should seek counseling when faced with difficult situations rather than commit suicide.
“People should seek counseling from the family, traditional or religious leaders when faced with difficult situations. We as the police also offer counseling through the Community Relations Liaison Office (CRLO),” said Ass Insp Dhewa.local

‘I am fit as a fiddle’

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‘I am fit as a fiddle’
…Omar dismisses stroke reports


Omar dances with supporters at his Neshuro rally

Cephas Shava

MWENEZI – Zanu PF Member of Parliament for Mwenezi East, Joosbi Omar last week dismissed as unfounded rumours that have been circulating on social media alleging that he was critically ill after suffering a stroke.
Addressing Zanu PF supporters at his by-election victory celebrations at Neshuro High School last Saturday, a jovial Omar said speculations about his health were misplaced.
“I am still alive and strong, that’s why I dance for you. The rumour that I stroked are absolute lies that were crafted by my detractors.
“Despite the current financial constraints, developmental projects will continue. I am aware that there are several problems troubling the constituency like pupils who attend lessons sitting on the ground. I will do my best to resolve such problems,” said Omar.
Zanu PF provincial secretary for transport and welfare, who is also the district party chairperson, Rennias Muchoko also said he had received several phone calls from people seeking clarifications with regards to Omar’s stroke reports.
Part of one of the WhatsApp messages that had been circulating read, “Omar hospitalised in ICU after stuck (sic) by stroke hardly less than a year after Mazebra died under similar circumstances.  Mwenezi MP sit (sic) makata tangatati kuda uyu ane mutupo usingazivikanwi ndiye achazvigona bva zvaramba.”
Omar became MP this year after winning a by-election to replace Joshua ‘Mazebra’ Moyo who died in December last year after a long time of fighting what was said to be a mysterious illness.
Omar is on a one week tour at six points in the district, with a beast being slaughtered at each gathering to celebrate his election victory while reassuring supporters that he will keep his promise to develop the constituency.local

Eleven gas cylinders disappear at Masvingo Gen Hospital

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Eleven gas cylinders disappear at Masvingo Gen Hospital
…we are puzzled, says Dr Shamu

Dr Amadeus Shamu


Itai Muzondo

MASVINGO – Shortly after losing and subsequently recovering renal equipment under mysterious circumstances, Masvingo General Hospital has once again lost 11 gas cylinders through a brazen theft case which is suspected to be an inside job.
Provincial Medical Director (PMD) Dr Amadeus Shamu confirmed the theft and expressed worry on the increasing theft of public property at the referral institution.
“It is sad that such theft that disadvantages patients continue recurring at such a big hospital. It is hard for me to answer on ways we have devised to stop the rot but we have since tasked the management to come up with ways they think can lessen such disturbing incidences and we will take it from there.
“For now, we have instructed them to reinforce the porous areas of the hospital fence which we think are used by thieves to take out the loot unnoticed. As I noted earlier on, there is no easy answer to how we can curb this as we are also puzzled on how such important equipment keeps disappearing without being noticed,” said a worried Shamu.
TellZim News is however well informed that before their disappearance, the gas tanks were being kept at the Hospital Equipment Maintenance (HEM) department and two staff members (names supplied) have since been taken in for questioning.
The gas cylinders are used in health institutions to power fridges that store essential drugs.
As part of efforts to strengthen security, the hospital has since started constructing a guard room and erecting a boom gate so that goods that enter and exit the hospital can be monitored more closely.local

‘Mugabe cannot cure old age’

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‘Mugabe cannot cure old age’

President Robert Mugabe


Upenyu Chaota

Opposition parties are viewing President Robert Mugabe’s latest impromptu visit to Singapore for medical check-ups as a sign that the nonagenarian can no longer cope and should instead step down and pave way for new and energetic blood to take over.
They claim Mugabe’s old age is costing the country heavily since his frequent visits to Singapore are draining the already dry state coffers because he spends millions of US dollars on every trip, and all that money is taken from a country where people are sleeping in bank queues.
The Morgan Tsvangirai-led Movement for Democratic Change (MDC-T) said Mugabe was facing a lot of health-related challenges owing to his continuous clinging to the most demanding job in the country.
“We have always said Mugabe must rest because at 93 – soon to be 94 – he cannot keep up with the demands of the highest office in the land. Zimbabwe needs someone who is young and energetic, not what Zanu PF is doing to the old man.
“Mugabe’s trips to Singapore to seek treatment for his age-related health problems are costing the nation millions of dollars. Singapore is one of the most expensive destinations in the world but Mugabe spends the tax payers’ money without any shame,” said MDC-T spokesperson Obert Gutu.
He said old age has no cure and Mugabe should realise that and do himself and the nation a favour by retiring now.
“Mugabe is not doing anyone a favour at this moment. He is doing the nation a major disservice. He has become a major national liability and we say he should call it a day. His minions are looting with a passion and he has no control over them that is why they want him to die in office.
“He is spending more time out of the country than in and this is a national security threat because we cannot have a commander-in-chief who is always absent. At his age, Mugabe always snaps when he is exposed to the pressure of running the country and that is why he jets out frequently,” said Gutu.
Joice Mujuru’s National People’s Party (NPP) national executive member Jeffryson Chitando attributed the economic hardships being encountered in the country as punishment for the abuse of President Mugabe.
“Mugabe is not ill at all, those are simply the vagaries is old age. You can’t treat old age. Zimbabweans are only abusing the old man instead of giving him a good rest. He is being forced to wake up early and go to work, that is cruelty at its best.
“I don’t think Zimbabweans deserve any mercy. The hardships that the nation is going through is punishment enough for the abuse of the old man,” said Chitando.
Zanu PF youth boss Kudzanai Chipanga, who has renamed Mugabe to Angel Gabriel, is on record saying Mugabe will die in office and if he were to retire, he would go to the Constitutional Court to challenge the retirement because he (Mugabe) would have infringed on their rights.politics

Madhuku elected NASH president for 5th time

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Madhuku elected NASH president for 5th time

Johnson Madhuku

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Pamushana High School head Johnson Madhuku has been elected National Association of School Heads (NASH) president for the 5th time in a role.
Madhuku has been president of NASH for eight years and his victory will make him serve for 10 years.
His 5th term comes as the last term in office following the NASH revised constitution of 2014 which reduced the term of office to two terms of two years each.
NASH held its annual national conference in Kariba from June 19 to 23 where the election was conducted and Madhuku garnered 1 051 votes against Maune Vheremu from Harare province who had 156 votes and one Masarirevhu from Mashonaland who polled 141 votes.
“I am humbled that the people have given me yet another chance to serve. This is an organisation of educated people so if you are given a chance to lead such people for ten years, you must never let them down. I thank all those who continue showing confidence in me so we want to continue building our brand,” said Madhuku.
Madhuku will be deputised by Arthur Maphosa from Matebeleland South who went uncontested. The post of secretary general went to one M. Mukoyi for St Faith’s High School while one S. Madebwe of St Patrick’s will be the treasurer.sport

Gweru’s Musiyiwa wins Masvingo ZNA Golf Tourney

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Gweru’s Musiyiwa wins Masvingo ZNA Golf Tourney

Setfree Mapuvire takes a finishing putt while Newton Basera (left) and Rennie Mahachi (right) looks on

Moses Ziyambi

Talented golfer Killian Musiyiwa put on a spirited fight to win the local chapter of the Commander Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) Executive Interactive Charity Golf Tournament which was played at Masvingo Golf Club last Sunday.
Playing off 23 handicap, Musiyiwa amassed 41 points gross, beating a long list of other more talented players who thronged the course from such places as Renco Mine, Zvishavane and the Lowveld.
The tournament, which was sponsored by renowned contractors Jadecon Construction and Engineering as well as auto repairs and services giant Byword Motors, raised a substantial amount of money for charity.
Game format was individual stableford played over 18 holes, with Musiyiwa winning the tournament through a slim two points margin ahead of Charles Mativenga who finished third with 39 points.
Alpha Cottages children home, the recipients of the proceeds of the charity golf tournament which included 20 blankets, already has three fish ponds built courtesy of Jadecon Construction and Engineering, all for the purposes of augmenting the shelter’s income-generation capacities.
Speaking at the prize giving ceremony after the tournament, Deputy Commander 4 Infantry Brigade Colonel Blessing Maraire, who stood in for Brigadier General Exsebious Tshuma as the patron, said it was the dream of the ZNA Commander, Lieutenant General Phillip Valerio Sibanda that the welfare of the less privileged is taken care of.
“The golf tournament fundraising initiatives, alongside the Funshoot which will be held at Mushandike and a ruffle draw we are running, is the brainchild of the ZNA Commander for charity purposes. This is also our way of interacting with the community and that has been happening since 2004,” said Col Maraire.
He thanked all players and the sponsors for supporting the initiatives and pointed out that the ZNA districts charity golf tournaments for 2017 will culminate in a bigger national event in Nyanga on September 14-17.
Jadecon Construction and Engineering director, who is also Masvingo Golf Club captain, Stanley Kondongwe thanked the ZNA and all players for choosing to partner the community to advance a charitable cause.
“We are humbled by the commitment and passion we witnessed today. We had not expected such an overwhelming response for a Sunday tournament when many people will be preparing for work the following day. This is for a good cause and it also serves to support Masvingo Golf Club,” said Kondongwe.
Other winners were S. Chisiwa, T. Mpofu and D. Changara, T. Nhemachena and C. Chimuti all with 38 points; W. Mativenga, S. Masiya and S. Mapuvire all with 37 points while T. Gozo took the nearest water number 11 prize.
Nearest the pin on holes 3, 9, 12 and 18 were R. Mahachi, P. Samboko, N. Mapako and B. Badza respectively while longest drive on holes 1 and 17 were S. Mapuvire and S. Chisiwa respectively.sport

Richard Vinyu launches motivational book

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Richard Vinyu launches motivational book

Lawrence Mandava

MASVINGO – Budding writer, Richard Tendai Vinyu last week launched his first motivational, inspirational and transformational book titled A Stair Way to Success.
“This book is aimed at inspiring the youths both locally and globally to change their lives beginning at individual level. It also contains vital information for everyone who want to live a successful life. This is but just the beginning of greater influential motivational works to come,” said Vinyu.
Vinyu said the book, which had sold 180 online copies at US$1.50 week, was setting the pace for greater works he plans to publish in the future.
The new writer says he was inspired by Bob Proctor, an American transformational speaker whom he works with in his writings.
He has a vision of publishing about three books annually and is also focusing on building a publishing house in Masvingo.
“I want to write three books per year. Many writers go to Harare and Bulawayo to get their work published but I want it done home, here in Masvingo. I have a vision of starting a publishing house here in town,” Vinyu said.
He encourage young people to make use of what they have and their capabilities to develop and change their lives in light of the high unemployment levels.
He also urged the people to developing a reading culture saying it was through reading that minds are sharpened and new possibilities are identified.
“Let’s use our minds because success is inside. That is my encouragement to the youths,” said Vinyu.entertainment

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