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Runaway lions terrorise villagers, attack livestock

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Runaway lions terrorise villagers, attack livestock


Cephas Shava

MWENEZI – Villagers around Munyamane area under Chief Maranda are living in fear for their lives after a spate of attacks on their livestock by escapee lions, TellZim News has learnt.
Though no immediate comment could be immediately obtained from the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authorities (ZimParks), Chief Maranda confirmed the issue saying responsible authorities were hard at work, tracking the lions and other stray wild animals.
“Lions are not the only animals that have escaped from a nearby wildlife farm in section eight but elephants and buffalos as well. These animals are said to have escaped through a gap that was created on the game’s fence by suspected poachers.
“Wildlife authorities are currently tracking the animals and messages are circulating in the areas so that anyone who gets information about the animals notifies authorities. In my area, I have so far received information of incidences of some people whose cattle were attacked by lions,” Chief Maranda said.
Some villagers around Munyamane who were interviewed by TellZim News said they are now living in fear for their lives. They also revealed that the stray lions were in many incidences killing livestock and leaving the carcasses without eating the meat.
Residents said it had become occasional to bump into carcasses of domestic animals killed by lions.local

Buhera man arrested over fake rand notes

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Buhera man arrested over fake rand notes

Nashe Mahachi

CHIPINGE – A 40-year-old Buhera man was brought before Chipinge magistrate courts after he was allegedly caught in possession of fake bank notes amounting to a whopping R33 500 at Birchenough Bridge business centre.
Jairos Tarwakuona pleaded not guilty when he appeared before Chipinge magistrate Poterai Gwashiri facing charges of being in possession articles for criminal use as defined in Section 40 (1) of the Criminal Law ( Codification and Reform) Act ,chapter 9:23.
In denying the charges, Tarwakuona said the fake notes were not his. He said he had genuine money when he got arrested which was equivalent to the fake notes which were brought before the courts.
Appearing for the State, Witness Nyamundaya told the court that Tarwakuona approached a vendor Karakadzai Bangwayo intending to exchange R500 with US dollars.
“Tarwakuona handed the fake R500 in R100 notes to Bangwayo who upon checking for security features discovered that the notes were counterfeit. Bangwayo informed other dealers that Tarwakuona had fake money,” Bangwayo said.
He was arrested and remanded in custody to Friday (tomorrow) for continuation of trial.local

‘Mugabe to face music if he rigs 2018 elections’

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‘Mugabe to face music if he rigs 2018 elections’

Happymore Chidziva addressing the crowd

…Chipanga slammed for comparing nonagenarian to God

Beatific Gumbwanda

CHIREDZI – Youths from the Morgan Tsvangirai-led Movement for Democratic Change (MDC-T) and pressure group Tajamuka have promised dire consequences for President Robert Mugabe if he dares rig next year’s general elections the way he rigged all others in the past.
MDC-T national youth chairperson Happymore Chidziva, popularly known as Bvondo, was in Chiredzi last week to launch his party’s berekamwana campaign at Chitsanga Hall where he was joined by many others including Tajamuka leader Promise Mkwananzi.
The two youth leaders took turns to warn ‘ruthless’ Mugabe that he must play by the rules or risk an all-out backlash from young citizens if he dares fix up the elections’ outcome.
Chidziva, who is known for his fiery attitude against the government, labelled Mugabe and his Zanu PF party “Satanists”, blaming them for the Gukurahundi massacres of the 1980s and the death of hundreds of MDC-T supporters in 2008.
He also assured the rural electorate that an MDC-T government would not reverse Mugabe’s controversial land reforms but would instead work to even land ownership for the benefit of all people.
“Mugabe and Zanu PF are real Satanists, people are dying in rural areas due to lack of medication in hospitals…our government will not reverse the land reform but will focus on the one man one farm criteria,” said Chidziva.
An equally firm Mkwananzi said the 2018 elections should deliver an acceptable outcome lest the people are forced to take matters into their own hands.
“Tajamuka zvachose is our message to Mugabe if he tries to rig our vote….2018 is specifically chosen by God for change. The election is already won. Mugabe promised two million jobs but he successfully managed to secure only two for his son-in-law and daughter. We will make sure that we win this election and protect it with everything we have,” said Mkwanazi.
MDC-T youth secretary general Lovemore Chinoputsa mocked Zanu PF youth leader Kudzanai Chipanga for comparing ‘ruthless’ Mugabe with God.
“Mugabe is totally evil. There are many graves in Matabeleland that are a result of his Gukurahundi and many were tortured and killed in 2008.
“I want to warn Chipanga that God will have no mercy for his behavior of comparing Mugabe with the most high God,” said Chinoputsa.
Chipanga and others in Zanu PF have been courting the ire of believers with their persistent deifying of Mugabe and his wife Grace, something which many perceive to be bordering on complete sacrilege.
In Marondera last Friday, Chipanga went into overdrive with his distasteful superlatives and bootlicking for the first family, saying Mugabe and his wife were angels who will sit beside God vetting people into heaven.top news

BSPZ funds being abused, says Chiredzi DA

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BSPZ funds being abused, says Chiredzi DA

The yet to be completed BSPZ building

Beatific Gumbwanda

CHIREDZI – Chiredzi District Administrator (DA) Ndeya Nyede is riled by the snail pace by which the Better Schools Programme in Zimbabwe (BSPZ) building in Chiredzi is progressing and has blamed authorities in the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education for abusing funds that are meant to improve education in the district.
In an interview with TellZim News, Nyede expressed displeasure with what he indicated to be misplaced priorities in the education department.
He castigated Chiredzi District Schools Inspector (DSI) Petronella Nyangwe for prioritising travel and subsistence allowances (T/S) while showing no initiative on how to raise funds needed to complete the building.
He bemoaned the resignation of former DSI Asaniel Chauke in 2015, saying his departure marked the end for any shred of competency that had existed in the department.
“It seems the entire staff at DSI’s office are concerned about T/S only rather than completing the building. In the province, it think that’s the only building which has not yet been completed.
“Since Chauke resigned in 2015, nothing has changed, they are just collecting BSPZ’s funds in schools for T/S only,” said Nyede.
When contacted for comment, Nyangwe said the department was facing financial challenges and could not complete the building in time.
 “The building was supposed to be completed during Chauke’s tenure as some donors had promised to finance it but, unfortunately, the deal did not succeed. We are now getting back to our usual financer; the schools that owe us a lot of money,” said Nyangwe.
Primary schools pay a dollar per pupil while secondary schools pay two dollars towards the BSPZ fund which, however, has produced very little if any tangible benefits for the many school children most of whom still learn in dilapidated structures.
Critics have also said much of the BSPZ money is being used to buy luxury vehicles for officials while deserving schools continue being neglected.top news

Burma Valley boy survives crocodile attack

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Burma Valley boy survives crocodile attack

Nashe Mahachi

MUTARE – A 12-year-old boy from Burma Valley’s Sun Valley area is luck to be alive after he was rescued from the deadly jaws of the crocodile by some villagers who heard him screaming.
The incident happened recently in the valley where the boy had gone fishing with his friend.
Emmanuel Jocho, a grade four student at Musapa Primary School, went for fishing at Nyamatakwa River together with Dazzy Maombedze (9) when the crocodile   attacked him on the hip line.
He was rushed to Mazomwe Clinic before being transferred to Mutare Provincial Hospital where he was later discharged.
Emmanuel’s aunt Chipo Musabayana confirmed the incident. She said the big reptile sank its teeth into the boy’s hip line and pulled him into the river. The young boy screamed attracting the attention of passers-by.
“Emmanuel and Dazzy were sent to the farm but instead they decided to go fishing. While they were fishing, a crocodile attacked Emmanuel.
“Some villagers who were also fishing heard him screaming and they rushed to rescue him. After a long battle the crocodile gave in. We took him to Mazomwe Clinic but they referred us to Mutare Provincial Hospital where he was treated and discharged,” she said.local

FC Platinum salute Bvaru Bvaru

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FC platinum ass coach Lizvwe sweswe (centre), Team’s spokesperson Chido Chizondo and defender Ian Nakati

Tinomutenda Midzi

ZVISHAVANE – FC Platinum have thanked their local rivals Shabanie Mine FC for allowing them to use Maglass Stadium when their own home ground, Mandava Stadium was being renovated.
In a statement released on their official Facebook page, the FC Platinum expressed gratitude to Chinda Boys and assured fans that the two clubs will continue working together.
“This is a special thank you to the Shabanie Mine FC – BVARU BVARU family for hosting us this season. It was truly home away from home. We have forged a good friendship and we will continue working together. The rivalry continues all for the love of the game. Thank you again,” the statement reads.
Mandava Stadium underwent a facelift which saw the laying of a new turf and also refurbishment of the drainage system and Shabanie Mine FC.
The Kugona Kunenge Kudada squad showed a home welcoming display when they routed Yadah FC two goals to nil at the newly-refurbished stadium.
Lizwe Sweswe, who was the FC Platinum stand-in coach after Norman Mapeza was invited  in Turkey by his former team Galatasary, had told the press on Friday that his team had waited long for the opportunity to play at home before the Yadah FC clash.
“It has been long overdue and we would have wanted to play here since the first day of the season. I am happy that we are back home and we are happy with the turf as it suits our type of play,” Sweswe said.sport

Chivhu artist, DM Skills releases second album

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Chivhu artist, DM Skills releases second album

Daniel Makurazhizha

Elliot Jinjika

CHIVHU – One of the most celebrated upcoming Afro-jazz artists of all times, Daniel Makurazhizha aka DM Skills, has released a 10-track album titled Chirangano.
The album, which becomes DM Skills’ second studio effort, has rocked airwaves since its launch earlier this month.
Chirangano, which was recorded by Deadman at Boomshat Records, touches on various social themes and its lyrical composition is designed to have an aesthetic appeal to people of different age group.
It is also an effort to address the challenges of life as faced by people in different circumstances.
“I am so grateful that my second album has received great reception from different people. I am confident that more people will see the value that the album presents,” said DM Skills.
The artist, who said he was inspired by popular artists such as Jah Prayzah and Andy Muridzo, indicated that videos for the new album will be available by the end of this year.
“Videos are coming by the end of the year and I want to promise my fans that more and more packages are coming.
“I would also like to thank my fans and all those who are helping me to realise my dream for the support I am receiving,” he said.
DM Skills’ music is receiving good airplay at different radio stations notably Radio Zimbabwe.entertanment

Nago releases three singles

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Nago releases three singles

Elliot Jinjika

MASVINGO – Admire Nago, a radio presenter at YaFM in Zvishavane whose debut album Tariro received impressive reception last year, has done it again; this time with three gospel singles that promise to shake the gospel music scene.
The singles were recorded at Big Sound Studio in Harare by Charles Ayibeck and they feature popular gospel musicians.
Olinda Marowa features on Bhuku raIsaya which is performing well on various gospel charts. The other track, Baba naMai features Emmanuel Mari and Gamuchirai Magadzire while the last track, Mirira, which is a composite Shona and Ndebele song, features Roe Makawa.
Nago told TellZim News how wonderful it was working with popular gospel musicians who have made their names in the industry.
“I am humbled to work with Olinda Marowa who is a great gospel artist who inspires me a lot. I however do not want to forget all the other wonderful guys I worked with.
“I enjoy joining hands with other musicians and I would thank all who are making my dream come true; friends, family, my producer and not forgetting my fans,” said Nago.
Marowa also revealed she was pleased collaborating with Nago saying the piece they did together contained valuable messages that are ministering the Lord word in people’s lives.
“Working with Nago was awesome because he has great talent. Bhuku raIsaya really ministered and is still ministering. I myself have released a new album and I am working on the DVD so our fans have more music to enjoy,” said Marowa.entertainment

Motorists complain over Rutenga – Buchwa roadblocks

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Motorists complain over Rutenga – Buchwa roadblocks

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Davison Marenga

ZVISHAVANE – The Rutenga – Buchwa Road has seen a sharp decrease in the number of public transport operators due to increased police roadblocks that members of the public say are scaring away business, leading to transport shortages and a rise in fares.
The road has probably the densest roadblock concentration in the province with police mounting more than five blocks on a 20km stretch of the road, a situation that operators say is milking them dry and causing unmanageable losses.
Some commuters told TellZim News that they now face challenges in getting public transport due to the limited number of operators available.
They also said also said the few available vehicles doing business on the route are now overcharging to make up for the money that the police take from them.
“The police are making our lives hard as they are taking too much money from these operators. How can they mount roadblock every 4km and demand money at each stop?” quipped one disgruntled commuter.
Another one said the police must do their work with reasonable restraint if the public is to benefit from the supposed law-enforcement operations.
“It is a bad situation when the police are hated more than the petty thief on the streets. People have seen that the roadblocks are there more as a fundraiser than a sincere measure to tackle lawlessness on the roads,” said the commuter.
Police have always maintained that opposition to roadblocks were misplaced and were motivated by criminal intent although there have been credible complaints from different quarters even to the effect that the roadblocks were negatively affecting investment and tourism in the country.local

Beitbridge urges residents to pay bills as water crisis loom

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Beitbridge urges residents to pay bills as water crisis loom

TellZim Reporter

BEITBRIDGE – The Beitbridge Town Council has urged residents to pay their bills to avert severe service delivery challenges as authorities grapple with problems in the provision of sufficient water.
Council says the town’s water problems stem from lack of funds caused by low payment for services by residents.
Beitbridge Town Council Public Relations Officer (PRO) Raniel Ndou said people who are not paying water bills are making life difficult for the council which still needs to pay the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (Zinwa) for water services.
 “It is hard for council to pay Zinwa when residents are not paying their bills. The water authority is therefore forced to ration its water and residents will end up suffering from water shortages,” said Ndou.
He also said the local authority is forced to take extreme measures against rates defaulters not out of will but out of the need to raise money to fund service delivery.
“We often end up being forced to take measures like cutting supplies for those who are not paying their bills with the hope that we can make them to pay. We do not want to do this as we want to live in harmony with our people.
“We are therefore calling our residents to pay their bills and help us prevent the worsening of water shortages.  There is no way we are going to be able to pay Zinwa when our residents are not paying their dues,” Ndou said.local

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