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09/06/2026

08/06/2026

Diver Victor Kazembe risked his life in a pool of sewage to retrieve three bodies in Budiriro 3. He had initially been called to retrieve one person from the hole but ended up retrieving 2 other bodies.

Mayor of Harare has ordered an investigation regarding the hole which kanzuru was working on. The sewage was so thick that he had to be assisted out of the hole.

08/06/2026

Did you know that the first 3 letters from Sweden and Denmark combined together will give you Sweden 🔥🔥
And interestingly the remaining letters put together will give you Denmark 🔥

22/01/2026

📌 Crackdown on Education Corruption
Audits in Mutare schools uncovered major financial mismanagement and corruption, with ZACC brought in to investigate and overhaul procurement systems to boost transparency. 

📌 Political Arrest in Manicaland (Rusape)
Opposition MP Patrick Sagandira from Makoni Central (in Manicaland) was arrested by ZACC for allegedly occupying state land without permission — another example of anti-corruption enforcement making waves in the province. 

📌 Government Orders Miners to Pay for Party Conference
Miners in Manicaland were ordered to pay US$3,000 each to fund ZANU-PF’s national conference — a controversial directive that sparked criticism among small-scale miners. 

📌 Public Health: Malaria on the Rise
The health ministry reported increased malaria cases in traditional hotspots including Manicaland, prompting stepped-up government responses. 

📌 Teen Pregnancy Crisis (2025 Stats)
Manicaland recorded over 13,000 teenage pregnancies across districts in 2024 — sparking concern about education disruptions, child marriages, and need for stronger youth support systems. 

22/01/2026

📍 1. Academic Success in Manicaland Schools
Manicaland’s schools delivered outstanding A-Level results, with Anglican Diocese schools and Mutare private colleges topping the charts. In total, 716 candidates scored 15 points or more, a record for the province and a sign of improving education performance. 

📍 2. Deepening Political Tensions Within ZANU-PF
There’s a growing faction fight in Manicaland’s ZANU-PF structures. The province pushed back against central party directives by confirming the co-option of President Mnangagwa’s adviser, Paul Tungwarara, to the party’s Central Committee — despite opposition from higher party officials. This clash highlights intra-party politics and struggle over regional influence. 

📍 3. Manicaland and the Hidden Political Battle
Commentary in national press notes that Manicaland is playing a key role in Zimbabwe’s broader political landscape, with power brokers influencing national succession politics from the province — something ordinary citizens may not fully see but which could shape the country’s future. 

22/01/2026

📌 BREAKING & LATEST DEVELOPMENTS — Zimbabwe Crime News
🔴 Serial killer suspect Anymore Zvitsva — a 32-year-old man from Guruve in Mashonaland Central — has been linked to a growing number of murders, with authorities saying the list of victims may now be as high as 21 people. 

👮‍♂️ Zvitsva was arrested by the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) after a major manhunt earlier this month. Around the time of his arrest he was injured — with police even shooting him in the leg while trying to capture him. 

👣 In the days after he was taken into custody, he led investigators to multiple graves of victims he is alleged to have killed across rural areas near Guruve. 

🪓 Court proceedings reveal harrowing details of his alleged crimes, involving multiple murders — including women and children — with authorities continuing to investigate the full scope. 

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📍 KEY POINTS YOU NEED TO SHARE WITH YOUR FOLLOWERS

🔹 Who is Anymore Zvitsva?
• A 32-year-old man from Guruve, suspected of carrying out a serial killing spree over much of 2025 and into early 2026.
• Initially wanted for multiple murders including entire families — reported across Guruve villages. 

🔹 What happened?
• A brutal attack on 5 members of a family shocked the community in mid-December, prompting a nationwide manhunt. 
• Police used drones, Support Unit teams, CID detectives, intelligence and even the army in the hunt as fear gripped local people. 

🔹 Why is this such a big story?
• This isn’t an isolated murder — authorities say Zvitsva’s crimes span months with links to many deaths, sparking national alarm. 
• Police and judicial systems are now under pressure to explain the case, how he managed to evade capture, and what the motive might be.

🔹 What’s the reported motive?
• Initial police statements indicate potential mental health concerns, though investigations are still ongoing and the exact motive remains unclear. 

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🗣️ Why this matters:
This shocking saga has put a spotlight on rural safety, police response, community trauma and justice systems in Zimbabwe — and people across the country are talking about how someone could carry out such crimes without being stopped earlier. 🇿🇼

👇 Engage your followers with this question:
What do you think needs to change in Zimbabwe’s policing and justice system — and how should such crimes be prevented in future?

22/01/2026

📢 BREAKING: Harare Mayor & Ex-MP in Anti-Corruption Spotlight 🇿🇼

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has been making waves with major arrests and investigations involving top Harare officials. The situation is grabbing national attention and raising questions about corruption, politics and accountability in Zimbabwe. 

👉 What Just Happened:
• Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume was called in by ZACC for questioning but was not formally arrested and has since been released. 
• Former MP Shadreck Mashayamombe has been arrested by ZACC. 
• Harare Deputy Mayor Rosemary Muronda was also arrested, accused of criminal abuse of office linked to land issues. 

🔍 Why This Matters:
These actions come amid an ongoing anti-corruption drive focusing on alleged fraud and irregular land deals involving municipal officials — a major public concern given Harare’s ongoing problems with housing, land allocation, service delivery and governance. 

📌 Reports suggest the probe centres on the alleged illegal sale or misuse of council-owned land and housing stands — issues which have sparked anger among citizens struggling with access to affordable housing and transparent governance. 

💡 Background Context:
• Mayor Mafume has faced prior legal scrutiny over land deal allegations and public criticism over council performance. 
• Mashayamombe has a controversial political past and has been linked historically to factional battles within Zimbabwe’s politics, adding another layer of intrigue to the case. 

📊 What People Are Saying:
Opinions are sharply divided — some view the investigations as a genuine fight against corruption, while others believe they might be politically motivated or selective, especially given Zimbabwe’s recent history of politically charged prosecutions. 

🗳️ Why You Should Follow This:
This story is more than just arrests — it touches on public trust, corruption, political power plays, and where accountability in Zimbabwe really stands. Sharing and discussing these developments could spark important conversations on good governance. 🇿🇼

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👇 Comment below — What do YOU think this means for Harare and Zimbabwe?

03/01/2026

🇿🇼 BREAKING: Guruve Murder Suspect Captured After Intense Manhunt

A major chapter in the terrifying crime wave that gripped Guruve, Mashonaland Central has finally reached a dramatic conclusion. 32-year-old Anymore Zvitsva, accused of being behind a series of brutal killings in the area, has been arrested by security forces after a widespread search that involved both the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA). 

🔍 What Happened:
• Zvitsva was shot in the left leg while hiding in a garden during a coordinated operation on 3 January 2026. He was taken into custody and is receiving medical treatment under police guard. 
• Police praised the community’s cooperation and support throughout the intense manhunt. 

⚠️ Background of the Case:
The suspect was at the centre of a widespread manhunt after being linked to multiple murders in the Guruve area starting in late 2025, including the killing of family members and others that left the community in fear and under heavy security presence. 

📍 Why This Matters:
The arrest brings relief to villagers who had been terrorised for weeks, with police intensifying efforts by deploying specialized units, reconnaissance technology, and offering rewards for information leading to his capture. 

🧠 Next Steps:
Authorities have stated that charges for murder, attempted murder and r**e will be formally brought against Zvitsva, and more details will be released as the case progresses.