THE PAGE-20 19 - 25 April 2024 The Independent Paper for Masvingo and the Southern Region 265 Simon V Muzenda Street, Box 1214, Masvingo. Tel/Fax: (039) 264372 Editorial: www.masvingomirror.com ‘Fraudster’ in Mutumbuka case denied bail PAGE-6 HOTH Education accountant-a wife snatcher SYDNEY MUBAIWA MIDLANDS BUREAU CHIEF GWERU – Churches and other nonpartisan organisations must be roped in food aid distribution and stop the rampant politicization and weaponization of the processes, Anti-Corruption Trust of Southern Africa (ACT-SA) Zimbabwe ChapRope in churches in relief aid distribution - ACT-SA Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare July Moyo.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Local news Page 2 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com NEW LISTINGS: COMMERCIALPROPERTYFOR SALE IN MASVINGO CBD:Atownhouse which has been converted to commercial use consisting of the following improvements: Dining room which is being used as a storage area for paints, first bedroom which is being used as an office with a built-in cupboard, a small room which is being used as a tinting room/ paint mixing room, second bedroom which is being used as a cosmetics retail outlet, with built-in cupboards, third bedroom which is being used as an office, kitchen which is being used as an office, with single stainless-steel sink with cupboards underneath, toilet and bathroom. Staff quarters with a single bedroom, bathroom and squat toilet. Secured front verandah and garage. The stand measures 714 square meters in extent. Title Deeds. Price Guide: OFFERS INVITED RUNYARARO WEST: A residential dwelling of brick under asbestos consisting of 4 bedrooms, main bedroom with ensuite, kitchen, lounge and dining. Front verandah. Walled and gated. Title Deeds. The stand measures 300square meters. Price Guide: US$35 000 Negotiable BUSHMEAD RESIDENTIAL STAND FOR SALE: A residential stand for sale in Bushmead Township with the following features: access to gravel roads, electricity, water reticulation, use of septic tanks. The stand measures 4 811 square meters in extent .With title deeds.Price Guide: US$35 000 HOUSE IN BUSHMEAD TOWNSHIP FOR SALE: Three consolidated residential stands measuring 13 548 square metres with magnificent views of Lake Mutirikwi and beautiful gardens consisting of the following improvements: Double storey residential dwelling consisting of a ground floor which houses a selfcontained flat let with a single bedroom, combined lounge and dining room with a fire place, combined bathroom with a bath tab and a toilet, kitchen with fitted cupboards. An Upper-floor which houses spacious lounge(with JM fire place) with aluminium glass doors leading on to the front verandah with excellent views of the Lake, separate dining room, fitted kitchen with hard wood fittings, a bedroom, master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and toilet. An attached double lock-up garage. A large Workshop(approximately 200 square metres) with Laziman doors consisting of boat shed, multi-purpose room, a large room which can be used as workshop/garage, another big room with ablutions and a laundry room. Staff quarters with two living rooms, kitchen, separate toilet and shower. SWIMMING POOL. PROLIFIC BOREHOLE plus ZINWAwater supply. Price Guide: USD$220 000.00 negotiable OUT OF TOWN FARM IN DEWURE WEST A Great opportunity for investment in farming. A farm measuring 126.393 hectares, 3 quarters of which is arable. There is a basic 5 roomed farm house and other miscellaneous farm buildings. Has a private well with a 16m depth and 2 natural wells at the garden section. There's a man-made weir (low headed dam wall) barrier and also a perennial river flowing through the length of the farm. Abundance of various indigenous fruit trees and an orchard and it has vast natural grazing land. The Farm is Fenced and gated. With Title Deeds and Certificate of no present interest. Price Guide: USD160 000.00 HOTEL FOR SALE IN BEITBRIDGE: Situated in the heart of Beitbridge Town is a Hotel for sale located along Beitbridge-Masvingo Highway with great potential for institutional use. It boast of the following accommodation facilities: Dining room with a reception section, bar section, board room, two kitchens and an office. 104 Accommodation rooms each with ensuite. A conference room with a maximum capacity of 250 people and a storeroom. Four staff houses 2 with three bedrooms and 2 with 2 bedrooms plus lounge, open kitchen, separate toilet and bathroom and solar geyser. A swimming pool with outside bar section. Car park for nearly 120 cars. 2 large water reservoirs with electric water pumps. Sewer recycling plant. The property is located a few kilometres from the Beitbridge border post. Land size: 7.8339 hectares. Price Guide: USD$2 500 000 (plus VAT) LOW DENSITY AREA CLOVELLY TOWNSHIP: A residential dwelling of brick under asbestos consisting of 3 bedrooms, all with built-in cupboards, lounge, kitchen with fitted cupboards, combined bathroom with bathtub and toilet, a separate shower and toilet, veranda and lock up garage. Two independent rondavels with parquet floors suitable for bedrooms. Acottage with a front veranda, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen with fitted cupboards, combined toilet and shower. Staff quarters with two bedrooms, a cooking area and combined bathroom and toilet. These buildings occupy approximately 332 square metres and the stand measures 4238 square metres in extent. Price Guide: USD$150 000.00 MEDIUM DENSITY AREA TARGETKOPJE An incomplete single storey residential dwelling of plastered and unpainted brickwork under a duo pitched ABS roof consisting of four bedrooms all with provision for built in cupboards, main bedroom with ensuite, kitchen, foyer from the front verandah, sunken lounge and dining, combined shower and toilet and a separate toilet. Walled and gated. The stand measures 1325 square metres in extent. Price Guide: US$75 000 HIGH DENSITY AREA INCOMPLETE HOUSE FOR SALE IN RUNYARARO NORTH: An incomplete residential dwelling at roof level. At completion it will consist of three bedrooms, the master bedroom with provision for ensuite, lounge, kitchen, bathroom and toilet and a spacious verandah. The stand measures 204 Square metres in extent.Price Guide: US$16 500 VICTORIA RANGE HOUSE FOR SALE: A residential dwelling of brick under asbestos consisting of 2 rooms, separate bathroom and toilet both without fittings. The stand measure 256 square meters in extent. CHIVI SILVER CITY C: A monopitched residential dwelling of brick under IBR roof consisting of 4 bedrooms, kitchen, dining, combined shower and toilet. Well maintained gardens. Fenced and gated. The stand measures 200 square metres in extent.Price Guide: US$18 000 SYDNEY MUBAIWA MIDLANDS BUREAU REDCLIFF - Stone Clare residents in the dormitory town of Redcliff have raised concern over cement dust pollution from a nearby Chinese cement manufacturing factory, Livetouch which produces diamond cement. The residents who spoke to The Mirror said the spewing clouds of dust and fumes are a health hazard. "As Stone Clare residents, we are living under a health hazard. We inhale cement dust each day and the problem has affected some of us. "We have been at loggerheads with the cement producer for many years but nothing has changed so far ," said a resident, John Phiri. Environmental Management Agency (EMA) Kwekwe district officer, Daniel Magombedze confirmed receiving reports from the residents over the issue. "Yes we received complaints from Stone Clare residents in Redcliff over dust pollution coming from the cement manufacturing plant. "The problem was first attended to in September last year and we made observations. "The company was ordered to submit its action plan stating their mitigation measures which include among others tree planting and paving of their roadways,“ he said. He said they made a follow-up in November last year to assess compliance but nothing from the action plan was implemented. "As EMA, we again made follow-ups in November and December and most recently in February this year. Findings on the ground indicated that they were reluctant to adhere to the action plan," he said. He said last year, the company was fined US$5000 for failing to comply with emissions standards. Redcliff Mayor, Vincent Masiiwa said they held a meeting with the cement company on Wednesday afternoon over the matter. 'We held a meeting with the company management and they have promised to deal the pollution issue. "The plant seems to be OK but there is dust surrounding the plant and their roads normally caused by haulage trucks ferrying cement. This dust then affects nearby residents especially those at Stone Clare area. "The company has promised to put measures in place to deal with this dust pollution and we shall continuously monitor Livetouch as a local authority," he said. Livetouch spokesperson, George Makonese said they are working hard to address the dust pollution. "We have been issued with tickets by EMA and we are currently working hard to address the issue. We have transferred our dump site to a place which is far away from the residential areas and we are going to continue doing all the best so that we work together with the residents," he said. He said the company was going to plant gum trees which will serve as dust traps, pave the roadways and address other sources of dust pollution. According to health experts, fumes and dust compromise air quality which in turn affects the skin, eyes , lungs and the nasal passage. Continuous exposure to dust and gases, smoke and fumes can lead to illnesses like asthma, mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis among other respiratory diseases. Outcry over Chinese cement factory pollution From page 1 ter Director Munyaradzi Bidi has said. He bemoaned partisan distribution of food aid that leaves out the most deserving and needy, diversions in between storage and distribution points, discrimination and corruption that is rampant throughout the country whenever there are drought relief programmes. He called on Government to make a complete overhaul of structures involved in welfare distribution including those at village levels that are responsible for selection of beneficiaries of aid. World Food Programme (WFP) estimates that there are 2.7 million people who face starvation this year. He said previous drought relief programmes in the country were marred by partisanship distribution that left out the most deserving, diversions in between storage and distribution points and discrimination. According to the World Food Programme (WFP),Zimbabwe is likely to face severe food shortages this year with an estimated 2.7 million people facing starvation. According to the World Food Programme (WFP),Zimbabwe is likely to face severe food shortages this year with an estimated 2.7 million people facing starvation. Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZAAC) spokesperson Thandiwe Malobane urged all those with complaints of partisan distribution of food aid to approach the Commission. “We call on citizens who have reports on partisan distribution of food aid to come forward and provide our offices with information,” said Malobani. Speaking in an interview with The Mirror two weeks ago, Bidi bemoaned partisan distribution of food aid particularly this year when most people face starvation because of the debilitating effects of the EL Nino induced drought. "Non-partisan civil servants, churches and civil society organisations should take the centre stage when it comes to the selection of beneficiaries and distribution of aid. Involvement of traditional leaders and councilors should complement a fair and just process. “We need a robust corruption risk management system," he said. He called on Government to introduce tighter measures to bring a stop to corruption around the distribution of welfare. The Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, July Moyo said no food aid should be politicised. “We advise all those in the food aid and distribution matrix not to politicise any food aid. “All village heads and committees should make sure that they register every household so that no one is left out,” said Moyo. "As ACT-SA, we welcome efforts by President Mnangagwa who is engaging his colleagues in the Southern Africa region to find collaborative ways to deal with the El-Nino induced drought. In as much as this is a welcome, there is need to ensure that what he mobilises benefits the needy. "We urge the President to deal with corruption around food aid rto protect the vulnerable and needy," said Bidi. Rope in churches in relief aid distribution - ACT-SA
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 3 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com PRISCA MANYIWA-MASUKU MIRROR REPORTER KWEKWE - Uncontrolled artisanal mining has become a serious threat to water bodies around Zibagwe, Kwekwe and Zhombe, this is according to the findings made by the team drawing master plans for the Midlands Province. Zibagwe Rural District is already facing critical water shortages because major water bodies are silted due to artisanal mining and stream bank cultivation. Some dams that are seriously affected by siltation are Exchange Dam (Silobela) that is 39% silted, Totororo Dam (Zhombe) is completely gone because mining is actually happening inside the dam. Ngondoma irrigation is under threat because the holding capacity of its dam is now around 51%. Artisanal miners are mining inside water bodies in Zhombe and Silobela and this has also destroyed irrigation schemes due to shortages of water. Lead town planner, Johnson Mikuku revealed these findings to journalists during the presentation of findings at a Kwekwe Hotel. “As part of our findings the district has a critical shortage of water. We have so many water bodies in the district but they are silted. “Some irrigation schemes that operated for 20 years have collapsed because of siltation of dams,” said Mikuku. He said the current planning must therefore bring about mitigatory measures and buffer zones to protect the priceless water bodies. PRISCA MANYIWA-MASUKU MIRROR REPORTER GOKWE – Police has launched a manhunt for two NetOne employees who disappeared from their work station in Gokwe after allegedly defrauding the company of US$94 793. Midlands Police Spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko said Codesser Moyo (35) of Dzivarasekwa in Harare and Fungai Daka (37) of Warren Park D, Harare have been missing since November 18, 2023. Moyo (35) was a customer care representative while Daka (37) was a supervisor at Gokwe town NetOne Shop. They disappeared during a financial reconciliation done by NetOne Commercial Manager and Loss Control Officer from Harare. Circumstances are that the duo allegedly defrauded their employer of US$94 793 between October 13, 2023, - November 18, 2023. A reconciliation team was sent to the branch and noticed a discrepancy. The duo allegedly disappeared during the reconciliation and is still missing. “We are appealing to members of the public who might have information on the whereabouts of the suspects to approach any police station, or call Detective Assistant Inspector Kamangira on 0772881353 or CID Gokwe on Landline 055259 2687,” said Mahoko. 2 Gokwe NetOne employees steal US$94K Artisanal mining destroys critical water bodies around Kwekwe – town planners Kwekwe Round Up Johnson Mikuku.
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The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Hoth Page 6 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Eish, every district, ward or village ine zvayo vakomana. I thought some shenanigans are confined to certain areas. Ndongonzwa vamwe vachiti ndezvana Chitova zvekutova nedzevamwe, izvo kune vamwe vanototi maisvakwadzo nyemba kutsva dzarungwa munyu when the hubby dies or when he is a little under the weather. Lord have mercy! Women are heartless at times. Even if when you had turned into a cabbage, they don’t give a f^cking damn about that. That reminds me of this other story that happened in Brazil. This is a true story. Nothing out of this world but a story of how women can be so crazy. The woman in question is said to have wheeled a dead man into the bank and tried to get him to 'sign off' a loan in her name while holding his head up. Bank footage showed the woman telling the dead man to grip hold of his pen hard as she placed it between his fingers and encouraged him to sign a piece of paper at the bank branch in Bangu, a neighbourhood in the western area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A bank worker witnessing the scene told the woman even told her that he didn't think what she was doing was legal because the man didn’t look well, and was so pale. In which she replied that he was like that before she told the dead man: 'If you're not well, I can take you to hospital. Do you want to go back to the hospital again? The deceased pensioner, Paulo Roberto Braga, 68, had passed away a few hours earlier. The woman who wheeled him into the bank, Erika de Souza Vieira Nunes, was arrested at the scene and told police she was his niece as well as his carer. Officials have appeared to signal they are related and are said to be checking CCTV cameras inside and outside the bank to see if Mr Braga's family member was on her own or with alleged accomplices amid suspicion they could be dealing with an organised fraud. The results of a post-mortem to establish the cause of death have not yet been made public. As a man, you are supposed to trust the woman you love but this ungrateful species can put stuff in your meal to be able to secure your life insurance savings. This is exactly what is happening in Bikita. I am told an accountant with the Ministry which specialises in schools and illiteracy, Oh! Sorry, literacy, who goes by the name Madzudza, whatever the name is now tormenting Masekai and Mupamaonde schools. I am told at the moment those are his hunting ground. Hanzi murume weumwe wevakadzi vaakatora angaatori panhovo akatozoshayika (MHSRIP), and the guy is already cruising with his vehicle. Asi Jetty ka Mwari ave newe. Mbiri yako yekutora vakadzi vevamwe iyo kana unengozi wazofa shamwari. I am told he even got some money from the woman. Ivo mai veMungoni kkkk Musekei henyu. I am not so sure what powers a mere accountant wields in the Ministry, but I am told he is threatening female teachers left, right and centre. I am sure there is a case of sexual harassment here which needs to be investigated. Asi vakadzi varikufunga kuti kushandira kumaoffice iwayo eBBSPQZ mari yacho ndeyake kanhi? There is a need for an audit because HOTH feels something is drawing these women to him like a magnet. So, tell me Jetro, saka paunofamba nemota yemunhu unotonzwa kuti ndicho chiguy here? I head wakupindira paMupamaonde apo. Hanzi wakaita zvekuti simbi inorohwa ichapisa. Makavagarira ka sister avo pachipatara. Education accountant-a wife snatcher
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The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 8 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Business News TRYMORE TAGWIREI MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – The second edition of the Masvingo bakers’ skills and idea training workshop is set for May 1, this year at Flamboyant, a Regency Group hotel. The workshop is organised by Supreme Bakers comprising Sanganai Kasinamunhu, Tariro Marangwanda, Priscilla Mutemeri, Precious Kutirai and Clearance Dumba. Kasinamunhu told The Mirror that attendance and investment fee is US$70. Renowned South African baker Zinhle Mbambo of Geli-Delish Cakes and business coach Dr Watson Munyanyi are the guest speakers. The workshop is a platform for bakers from across the country to share new baking skills and new marketing strategies to uplift upcoming bakers. “We are expecting over 50 bakers. The first edition was a resounding success. We are promising a bigger workshop this year. The grand prize for this year’s edition is a burner gas stove. We are expecting several guests and some are coming from as far as South Africa. Bakers will be taught entrepreneurial skills,” she said. The workshop will be sponsored by Sunroma and Cosmic Confection and some corporates that will attend the workshop are Bakers World and Geli-Delish. Last year’s edition was held on May 25, and it was sponsored by Gloria Flour. Over 50 bakers attended. Second bakers’ conference set for May
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 9 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Education News STAFF REPORTER In the spirit of ensuring access to justice by all, Great Zimbabwe University’s Law Clinic is providing free legal services to the less privileged members of society who cannot afford a lawyer. It also offers free legal education to communities, students and inmates to ensure that the right to a fair trial is fully exercised. Law Clinics do not only improve access to legal services for vulnerable members of the community but also provide space where law students can acquire, develop and improve their clinical skills. As part of its activities, Great Zimbabwe University’s Law Clinic, which was established in 2019, conducts outreach activities in rural and peri-urban communities, schools, prisons and through community outreach radio sessions. The clinic has also mounted a help desk at Masvingo Magistrates Court and conducted mobile help desks at Gutu, Chivi, Bikita, and Zaka Magistrates Courts. Statistics from the Law Clinic help desks stationed at Masvingo, Chivi, Gutu, Bikita and Zaka Magistrates Courts indicate that the initiative has so far assisted 837 indigent people who had different legal challenges. Ten secondary schools in Masvingo District where 1445 students attendend were visted and received legal education on Chidren’s Rights, Child Marriages and Domestic Violence. Prison visits conducted in seven prisons in Masvingo Province saw 176 indigent innmates receive free legal education and advice on bail applications, inheritance, domestic violence and maintenance. A total of 2742 participants in Chiredzi, Gutu and Masvingo District received legal education on Domestic Violence, Inheritance and Maintenance. The same initiative saw 200 participants receive one on one consultation. The Law Clinic has conducted 24 radio sessions on several topics on Great Zimbabwe Radio Station. For one to get legal assistance he/she should be unemployed, be a pensioner, be disabled and be a child in contact with the law. A means test will be carried out to assess your income and expenses, if you qualify for assistance, your case will be assessed and a Law officer will be allocated to handle the case. The Law officer will decide the service to be given to the person and the assistance will be provided until the case is closed. The clinic assists clients who qualify for legal aid in cases that include protection of children and their rights, protection of women and their rights, protection of disabled persons and their rights including divorces and related matters, evictions, general contractual and delictual civil claims, collections and bad debt cases on behalf of the debtor, maintenance and family violence matters. Those who are in need of legal services from the GZU Law Clinic can visit them at Mucheke Campus or call them on +263392260789, or mobile +263772259433 Email [email protected] The Success story.The woman in the picture was granted bail after the Mutimurefu Prison Visit. Also with her are the Great Zimbabwe University Law Clinic’s Mr. Musevenzi, Mr. Victor Nkiwane. Mr Rungano Watipa (Student) and the assisted woman’s brother. GZU Law Clinic embarks on free legal service outreach
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The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page11 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com On this momentous occasion. ZSDA t/a Royal Farmers Trust Chairman Mr Peter Haruzivishe, Executive, staff and all farmer members are honoured to join his excellency, President DR ED Mnangagwa, and the entire nation of Zimbabwe in celebrating Independence Day. As we commemmorate the remarkable journey of our great nation, we reect on the achievements, scarices and resilience taht have shaped our collective identity. As an Independent nation let us contribute to foster our efforts towards Vision 2030. Makorokoto Zimbabwe Zimbabwe Independence Day Supplement BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZIMBABWE, HIS EXCELLENCY, CDE. DR. E. D. MNANGAGWA MURAMBINDA MANICALAND PROVINCE Today, we mark another milestone in the history of our great nation of Zimbabwe as we celebrate our 44th Independence Anniversary. On this day, the sacred national flag of our beloved motherland, Zimbabwe was raised, and the Union Jack brought down, symbolising the end to the racist and brutal colonial rule. We asserted our independence, freedom and sovereignty as the rightful owners and rulers of this great land. Never, never, never again shall we be ruled by a foreign people, in whatever pretext. I say to all fellow citizens here, at home and in the diaspora, Congratulations. We gather in this scenic province of Manicaland, with its cascading mountains and valleys, which was the ground of many battles fought during the protracted war of liberation. We respectfully salute the heroes and heroines of our struggle. We honour the liberation icons of this province such as the late National Heroes, Cde Ndabaningi Sithole, Cde Herbert Wiltshire Chitepo, Chief Rekai Tangwena, Cde Edgar “Two Boy” Tekere, Cde Maurice Nyagumbo, Cde William Ndangana, Cde Kumbirai Kangai and others, alongside the many known and unknown sons and daughters of the soil, from across the country. They all fought, suffered and sacrificed their lives to win this independence and freedom for us. Tinovatenda. Siya-ba-bonga. We shall forever be grateful. We shall never forget. Nhasi tirikuno kumakomo, kuBuhera District, Manicaland Province. This follows the decision by the Second Republic to rotate the National Independence Day Commemorations. Our gathering here must, therefore, serve as a reminder that despite our differences in language, culture and traditions; despite of where we live in the four corners of Zimbabwe, we are one people; one unitary and united nation; with one rich and illustrious history. Tiri Nyika imwe chete; Tiri vanhu vamwe-chete. Si-yi-lizwe linye; Singa-bantu-banye. We remain united, living in peace and harmony, developing our country, emboldened by our philosophy that; “Nyika inovakwa, inotongwa, inonamatirwa nevene vayo. Ilizwe lakhiwa, libuswe, likhu-le-kelwe ngabanikazi balo”. We are boldly building, governing and praying for our country, brick by brick, stone upon stone and step by step. Fellow Zimbabweans; Manicaland Province will always be remembered as one of the many Provinces in the country that bore 44th Independence day speech To page 18
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Zimbabwe Independence Supplement Page 12 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com The Chairman, Mr E Tamirepi, the Executive and entire membership of ZSDA convey sincere Congratulations and Salutations to His Excellency the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and Commander in Chief of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, Dr. E. D MNANGAGWA and the nation on this occasion of commemorating and celebrating Independence Day. As we celebrate our independence let us remain united in building our country's economy to fulll the aspiration of Vision 2030. This will enable us to realize the dream of a prosperous Zimbabwe that leaves no one behind. th Happy 44 Independence Day The management and staff of Perpetual Trust join the President of Zimbabwe H.E Emmerson Mnangagwa and the nation in celebrating the country's 44 years of independence. We cherish the freedom that we enjoy today which came through sacrifice and bloodshed by our gallant sons and daughters. Long live Zimbabwe Perpetual Trust (Pvt) Ltd Adminstrators of Deceased Estates Executors of Wills/ Company Liquidators Adminstrators of insolvent Estates/Trustees & Judicial Managers Gweru Branch Cnr Robert Mugabe & 2nd Street Second Street Mall/ Office B2 +263779938440/+263773988120 Chivhu Branch: 336 Cloette Street Chivhu Cell: +263772302279 +263712302279 Bulawayo Branch Suite7, Winchester House Fife Street& $th Avenue/ Bulawyo/Zimbabwe +263773651299/ +263773988120 +263717283351 Email: perpetualtrust141"gmail.com HAPPY INDEPENDENCE ZIMBABWE Councillor ward 21 Beatrice Seke (Manyame RDC) Alderman Honey Mufakwadziya joins the President E.D Mnangagwa and the nation in celebrating 44 years of independence. Makorokoto, Amhlope, Congratulations! COUNCILLOR WARD 21 BEATRICE SEKE (MANYAME RDC) ALDERMAN HONEY MUFAKWADZIYA
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Zimbabwe Independence Supplement Page13 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! Council Chair, Councilors, Chief Executive Ofcer, Management, and Staff of Gutu Rural District Council, join His Excellency Cde E.D Mnangagwa and the entire nation in celebrating Independence Day. This auspicious day holds immense signicance as we commemorate the freedom that was hard-won during the liberation struggle. It is a time of reection, gratitude, and pride as we recognize the milestones achieved since 1980. Independence Day serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrices made by our valiant heroes and heroines who fought tirelessly for our liberation. Their unwavering spirit, courage, and dedication paved the way for the birth of an independent Zimbabwe, where freedom, democracy, and sovereignty are cherished values. Long Live Zimbabwe HAPPY INDEPENDENCE Zimbabwe The Chairman, Councilors, Chief Executive Ofcer, Management, Staff, and Stakeholders of Manyame Rural District Council joyfully join the President and Commander in Chief of Zimbabwe Defence Forces, Cde ED Mnangagwa, and the entire nation in celebrating Independence Day. This momentous occasion allows us to reect on the values instilled by the liberation struggle and reafrm our commitment to achieving our collective vision of becoming an Upper Middle Level income Economy by 2030. The Independence Day holds tremendous signicance as we commemorate the freedom that was achieved through the sacrices of our brave heroes and heroines during the liberation struggle. Their indomitable spirit, resilience, and determination paved the way for the birth of an independent Zimbabwe, where the principles of freedom, justice, and equality are upheld. Long Live Zimbabwe Stand No. 34 Postal Box 99, Beatrice Tel: 0242150-218/239/453 MANYAME RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL The Council Chairperson, Councilors, Chief Executive Ofcer, Management, and Staff of Masvingo Rural District Council, join hands with the entire nation in celebrating Independence Day, historic milestone. It is a day that lls our hearts with pride, gratitude, and renewed determination as we commemorate the liberation struggle that emancipated Zimbabwe on multiple fronts. Independence Day serves as a powerful reminder of the remarkable journey we have undertaken as a country. It is an opportunity to reect on the signicant strides we have made and the challenges we have overcome. Zimbabwe's aspirations to achieve an Upper Middle Income Economy by 2030 are achievable because we have all the freedom to maneuver and make sure that our dreams come true. Happy Independence Day Zimbabwe Box 724 Masvingo Tel: 262079 / 262182 Masvingo Rural District Council 44 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE With great enthusiasm and unity, the Chairman, Mr. Obert Maganda, Management, and Staff of Mkwasine Sugarcane Farmers Association, join President Cde E.D Mnangagwa and the entire nation of Zimbabwe in celebrating Independence Day. This momentous occasion allows us to reect on the growth and development of our independent Zimbabwe, with a special recognition of the invaluable contribution made by farmers, particularly sugarcane farmers in the Lowveld. As we celebrate Independence Day, let us renew our commitment to the shared vision of becoming an Upper Middle Income country by 2030. We recognize the challenges we face but remain steadfast in our determination to overcome them. Through sustainable farming practices, innovation, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders, we aim to contribute to the success of our economy while ensuring the long-term viability of our agricultural sector. Since gaining independence, Zimbabwe has witnessed remarkable progress in various sectors, and farmers have played a signicant role in driving the nation's economic success. As sugarcane farmers in the Lowveld, we are actively engaged in intensive farming practices aimed at contributing to the prosperity of our economy. Through our dedication and hard work, we strive to fulll the shared vision of becoming an Upper Middle Income country by 2030. MKWASINE SUGARCANE FARMERS ASSOCIATION P.O BOX 503 MKWASINE CELL: 0775028224 CONTACT: 44 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Zimbabwe Independence Supplement Page 14 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) Board, Senior Manangement and Staff join His Excellency Cde E.D Mnangagwa and the entire nation in celebrating INDEPENDENCE DAY. The aspirations of the nation at large are hinged on the unity, peace and development which we continue to cherish as we march towards attainment of Vision 2030. Upper East Road, Mt Pleasant, Harare, Zimbabwe Phone: +263-4-304552/3, 302623/4 Web: www.zimsec.co.zw
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Zimbabwe Independence Supplement Page 15 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com CORNER 3RD AVENUE AND CHROMA STREET P.O.BOX 125 SHURUGWI SHURUGWI TOWN COUNCIL The Council Chair, Councilors, Town Secretary, Management, and Staff of Shurugwi Town Council, enthusiastically join President ED Mnangagwa and the entire nation in commemorating and celebrating Independence Day. This signicant day marks 44 years of self-determination and uninterrupted sovereignty, allowing us to reect on the milestones achieved in infrastructure development, social amenities, nancial stability, and self government among others. Independence Day holds deep meaning for all Zimbabweans as we honor the freedom and self-determination that our nation achieved through the sacrices of our brave heroes and heroines during the struggle for independence. Their unwavering spirit, courage, and dedication paved the way for the birth of a sovereign Zimbabwe, where the principles of freedom, justice, and equality are cherished. Moreover, our nation has achieved nancial stability through prudent economic policies, attracting investment, and fostering a conducive business environment. This stability has played a crucial role in promoting sustainable development, creating employment opportunities, and improving livelihoods for our citizens. HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! CHIPINGE RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL Chief Executive Officer-B Mamvosha Stand 858 Main Street P .O. Box 19 Chipinge Email:[email protected] Tel:+263 227 204 5631-5 Chipinge Rural District Council Chairperson, Councilors, the Chief Executive Ofcer, Management, and Staff, joyfully join President Dr ED Mnangagwa and the entire nation of Zimbabwe in celebrating 44 years of independence. This special occasion allows us to reect on the valiant men and women who fought with unwavering courage to bring about our nation's independence. We celebrate the diversity and integrity of our nation with pride, prosperity, and tranquility. Independence Day holds immense signicance as we commemorate the freedom and self-determination that our nation achieved through the sacrices of our brave heroes and heroines. Their valorous efforts paved the way for the birth of an independent Zimbabwe, where the principles of unity, diversity, and equality are cherished. Chipinge Rural District Council is committed to serving our local community and contributing to the overall development of our district. We strive to provide effective governance, quality service delivery, and sustainable development initiatives. Through collaboration with our citizens, stakeholders, and government, we aim to create an enabling environment that fosters prosperity, harmony, and improved living standards for all. "Together we can".
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Zimbabwe Independence Supplement Page 16 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Zimbabwe @44 Advert No. 29/2024 His Worship, The MaLJor, DepƵtLJ MaLJor, CoƵncilors, Toǁn Clerk, Management and Staff join the rest of the naƟon in commemoraƟng Independence DaLJ. As ǁe commemorate this historic occasion, ǁe remain aliǀe to the great sacrifices and sƵpreme acts of heroism made bLJ gallant sons and daƵghters of the naƟon both liǀing and departed to bring aboƵt the peace and freedom ǁe cherish todaLJ. CitLJ of Masǀingo remains Ƶnǁaǀering in its effort to ensƵre that dreams of liberaƟon ǁar heroes come to frƵiƟon bLJ proǀiding adeqƵate and sƵstainable mƵnicipal serǀices to clients and diǀerse socio-economic deǀelopment opportƵniƟes to all its stakeholders. Great Zimbabwe University, Information and Public Relations, P.O. Box 1235, Masvingo. Tel: +263 39 2266840; Email: [email protected]; Website: www.gzu.ac.zw, Facebook – Great Zimbabwe University Great Zimbabwe University The Chairman of Council, Professor Mandivamba Rukuni, Vice Chancellor, Professor Rungano Zvobgo, Council, Management, Senate, Staff and Students of Great Zimbabwe University, join His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Commander-in-Chief of the Zimbabwe Defense Forces and Chancellor of Great Zimbabwe University, Cde E.D. Mnangagwa and the rest of the nation in commemorating the country's 44th Independence Anniversary. As we pay tribute to the brave freedom fighters, recognizing their courage, determination and sacrifice which paved the way to our freedom and Independence, Great Zimbabwe University is proud to have been assigned the special responsibility of championing the reclamation, promotion and preservation of distinct achievements and legacies of the nation. The University is committed to fostering an environment of heritage-based teaching and learning, research, innovation and service that contributes to the industrialisation and development of our nation. Great Zimbabwe University stands committed and ready to support Government in implementing strategies of reforming and transforming Higher and Tertiary Education, in order for our nation to attain an upper middle-income status by year 2030. Makorokoto Amphlope Congratulations Chirumhanzu Rural District Council Chairperson, the Chief Executive Ofcer, Management, and Staff, joyfully join the President and Commander in Chief of Zimbabwe Defence Forces, Cde ED Mnangagwa, and the entire nation in celebrating Independence Day. This momentous occasion allows us to reect on the values instilled by the liberation struggle and reafrm our commitment to achieving our collective vision of becoming an Upper Middle Level income Economy by 2030. Independence Day holds tremendous signicance as we commemorate the freedom that was achieved through the sacrices of our brave heroes and heroines during the liberation struggle. Their indomitable spirit, resilience, and determination paved the way for the birth of an independent Zimbabwe, where the principles of freedom, justice, and equality are upheld. Long Live Zimbabwe HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Zimbabwe Independence Supplement Page 17 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com ZIMBABWE Happy INDEPENDENCE DAY Zimbabwe The Board, Management and Staff of the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) join His Excellency, the President of Zimbabwe, Cde Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, the Government and people of Zimbabwe in celebrating the country's 44th anniversary as an independent nation. We take this time to reflect on the sacrifices made by the people of Zimbabwe, the heroes and heroines, towards reclaiming human rights and freedoms.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Zimbabwe Independence Supplement Page 18 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Councillor ward 8 of Chikomba West Constituency Learnmore Mufamba joins the President E.D Mnangagwa and the nation in celebrating 44 years of independence. Long live Zimbabwe Makorokoto Amhlope Congratulations COUNCILLOR WARD 8 OF CHIKOMBA WEST CONSTITUENCY LEARNMORE MUFAMBA HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! The management and staff of Mas-Chim Hardware joyfully celebrate with the President and commander in Chief of Zimbabwe H.E Emmerson Mnangagwa and the nation in celebrating the country's 44 years of independence. We cherish the freedom that we enjoy today which came through sacrifice and bloodshed by our gallant sons and daughters. 44th Independence day speech From page 11 the brunt of the Liberation Struggle which ushered us into the independence and freedom which we all enjoy today. The proximity of the Province to Mozambique saw many communities suffering from the indiscriminate racist brutality of the colonial regime. In one accord, today our nation says: “Thank you people of Manicaland Province, thank you for playing your part for our country’s independence.” Tinotenda Manicaland Province, Siyabonga. The historic and landmark Dzapasi/Foxtrot Assembly Point, which was a temporary home of close to 15 000 comrades during the cease fire period is located about 40 kilometres from this venue, some of them are in our midst today.Such sites, together with the recently unveiled monuments at Pupu in Matabeleland North Province and Kamungoma in Masvingo Province and many others yet to be unveiled, such as Butcher Camp in Makoni and Chibondo in Mt Darwin, remind us of the sacrifices made by heroes and veterans of the liberation struggle. Let us continue to honour them by memorialising our historic sites and correctly documenting our rich liberation war history for both present and future generations. Dear Comrades and Friends; This year’s commemorations, come on the backdrop of the climate change induced El Nino drought. It is the worst drought in 40 years, which is affecting the entire SADC region. I am aware that many of our communities, including here in Manicaland Province, have been affected by the low rainfall which resulted in poor harvests. As such, earlier this month, I invoked a nationwide State of Disaster on the Drought to allow our Government machinery and institutions to give special attention to mitigating the negative impact of the drought. Government, committed to wholeheartedly attending to the needs of our communities. In both rural or urban areas, no Zimbabwean will succumb to starvation. Adequate resources are being mobilised towards national food security. The Food Deficit Mitigation Programme is gathering pace following the identification of vulnerable communities and households in every district and ward. Drawing from our traditional heritage, cultural norms and values, we are tackling drought in unity, no-one and no place will be left behind. Meanwhile, my Government is implementing a robust winter cropping programme, as we broaden our Strategic Grain Reserves. Furthermore, measures are in place to reactivate winter maize projects in Chiredzi, Muzarabani and Binga. Fellow Zimbabweans; Government is alive to the adverse impact suffered by our people as a result of currency volatility and inflation. Last week, my Administration launched a new structured gold-backed currency, the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG). Nyika yedu irikuenderera mberi. Ilizwe lethu liya phambili. Our ZiG currency is anchored by our God given gold and other strategic mineral resources, as well as foreign currency reserves. This development, will boost our confidence and pride in our own national currency and further help protect our currency from attack by the country’s detractors. This is our currency; we all have a duty to support this transformational development. Further, measures to encourage savings and reduce excessive bank fees and charges have also been put in place. The overall economic outlook remains bright. Our country’s GDP is now exceeding US$47 billion up from US$16 billion in 2018. This shows that we, the descendants of the Great Munhumutapa are a resilient, focused, determined and hardworking people. Zimbabwe is winning. Following the successful completion of the Beitbridge-Harare highway, focus has now shifted to the Harare-Chirundu section. The broader road rehabilitation and construction projects across our country’s provinces will continue to be supported. The Second Republic is committed to ensuring that Zimbabwe becomes a robust digital economy and knowledge-based society.This has seen the expansion of the fibre-optic network backbone infrastructure and the adoption of responsive policies and measures to promote access and use of ICTs. Industry players, are called upon to operate within our country’s laws. Social media platforms must be used responsibly to defend our independence and national pride as well as to educate, maintain unity, harmony and drive production and productivity in all our communities. The freedom we enjoy today is priceless and irreversible. On this special day, let us once again make a pledge and promise to stand firm and resolute in defence of our rich liberation heritage. Makorokoto, Amhlophe, Congratulations. God bless you. God bless Zimbabwe. I thank you.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 19 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Crime and Courts News MIRROR REPORTER GWERU – Provincial Magistrate Beaulity Dube has postponed the trial of a Word of Life Ministries Church deacon in Gweru who is accused of fondling a 14-year-old female congregant. Edson Ushe (43) will be back in court on Monday. He is facing indecent assault charges. The incident allegedly happened around 7 pm on December 24, 2023, in Gweru. Ushe is represented by Easau Mandipa of Mandipa and Mutatu Legal Practitioners and he is denying the charge. Circumstances are that Ushe visited the girl’s house to see her parents who were away in Bulawayo. He found her playing with two minor friends and stayed with them for 30 minutes. He asked them to accompany him to his vehicle where he asked one of them to fetch him some water to drink. The other minor allegedly sat in his vehicle and that is when he allegedly dragged the minor by the waist, touched her private parts and fondled her buttocks. Ushe allegedly stopped fondling the minor when her friend who had gone to fetch him some water returned. The girl reported the matter to her guardian who filed a Police report. Monica Mungwena prosecuted. Gweru church leader in court for ‘ fondling’ minor SIMBARASHE MTEMBO MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – Gutu Magistrate, Edwin Marecha on Monday postponed the trial of Gutu District Deputy Development Coordinator (DDC) Benedict Buddy Gwede (41) to April 29, 2024, because the State is still carrying out investigations. Gwede is facing criminal abuse of charges after he allegedly stole a date stamp from his immediate boss, Gutu DDC Chiedza Tafireyi and certified a fake land offer deed. He also received an application for land and issued an offer letter, a role that does not fall under his office but the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Resettlement. He was arrested by the Police on Friday, March 22, 2024 and spent the weekend in remand prison. He is out on US$300 bail. Tafirei’s date stamp was used to authentic an illegal offer letter he gave to Joseph Muzapi for Plot Number 21, Craig Farm, Gutu. The farm belongs to businessman Francis Toringepi. Circumstances of the case are that Toringepi who has ownership of the farm since February 10, 2015, suffered losses when Muzapi went to the farm armed with a fake offer letter and destroyed his crops in December last year. Contrary to his roles, and sometime in 2023, Gwede personally received a land application from Muzapi at the DDC’s office whereas land applications should be submitted to the Gutu District Lands Office. He then took advantage of Tafirei’s absence and wrote an offer letter for Plot Number 21, Craig Farm, Gutu in Muzapi’s name. He also stamped the offer letter using Tafirei’s date stamp without her knowledge and approval. He went on to write a letter to Gutu Rural District Council (RDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Alexander Mtembwa to effect ownership change of the farm and handed the letter and offer letter to Muzapi’s friend Innocent Tarugarira. Muzapi went to the farm after the local authority had effected the changes sometime in December 2023. He hired a tractor that ploughed Toringepi’s crops and ordered his workers and family to vacate the farm. Toringepi was informed of the matter and he filed a Police report in Harare leading to investigations into the matter. Rachel Murape prosecuted. Gutu DDC trial postponed TARIRO MUGADZA MIRROR REPORTER CHIREDZI - Magistrate Vimbai Mutukwa has sentenced a Mwenezi man to 20 years in jail for raping his biological daughter (name withheld) aged 15. The 36-year-old man from Mutiusinazita Village under Chief Mazetese will effectively serve 18 years after Magistrate Mutukwa suspended two years of the sentence. He was found guilty after a full trial and despite an innocent plea. The man had been staying with his daughter since 2015 when he divorced his wife. Circumstances are that on February 11, 2024, the man raped his daughter after threatening to whip her. He then threatened her against disclosing the matter to anyone. The rape continued until the girl narrated the ordeal to her mother who accompanied her to file a Police report leading to the man’s arrest. Tanyaradzwa Tinagwo prosecuted. Mwenezi man jailed 20 years for raping daughter www.masvingomirror.com Benedict Buddy Gwede.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Crime & Courts news Page 20 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com INCREASE GUMBO MIRROR REPORTER CHIREDZI - A Chiredzi man (18) has been slapped with 15 years’ jail for raping his 8-year-old niece on Valentines Day. The girl is his sister's daughter. Remind Chikaponya of 16 Edenvale, Mupuuriri Village, Headman Kupuka, Mwenezi appeared before Regional Magistrate Vimbai Mutukwa facing charges of rape. The State said on February 14, 2024 at around 2pm the girl who stays with her grandparents came back from school and entered her room to take off her school uniform. Chakaponya entered the room while the girl was taking off her uniform and made her to sleep on the bed. He removed her skirt and pant and pulled out his organ over the waistline of his shorts and had sex with her without her consent. After the quick encounter, the girl put back on her skirt and went outside and reported the matter to her grandmother. The grandmother informed the girl's father who advised her to report the matter. The matter was reported at Chikombedzi Police station leading to the arrest of Chikaponya. Tanyaradzwa Tinago prosecuted. 15 years for raping 8-year-old niece TARIRO MUGADZA CHIREDZI – A Beitbridge woman allegedly hid in a sugarcane field in Chiredzi after Police chased her over a car stolen from South Africa which she was driving. Martha Mbedzi (27) from Beitbridge appeared before Diana Masiiwa of Chiredzi Magistrates’ Court facing allegations of stealing a car from South Africa. The stolen car is a white Renault Duster with South African registration number. It is in the state case that on September 27, 2023 the car was parked at 155 Watermare Road South Africa and it disappeared that same night. Mbedzi was then seen by ZRP driving the car along TangandaNgundu Road with her daughter. An investigating detective on the matter from South Africa Jephry Berry Lucas (50) told the court that the vehicle was stolen from South Africa. Berry Lucas said he received the report of a stolen vehicle from the ZRP that's why he came to Zimbabwe to make further investigations. Lucas confirmed that the car belongs to an old man from South Africa, and when the car was stolen the complainant reported to Silverton Police Station. Winston Mabheka a CID at Triangle said on January 12 2024, he was told that there was a suspected stolen car coming along TangandaNgundu Road. ZRP police proceeded to a roadblock at the 77km peg. They saw the car approaching with no number plates. Police tried to stop the car, but the driver proceeded and she was given a chase. The car gradually turned into a cane field and stopped. When Police arrived they found the driver's door open with no one inside the car. After a search Police found Mbedzi hiding with her daughter in the cane field. Mbedzi's handbag was recovered from the car and number plates which were removed from the car were found under the seats. Mbedzi was remanded out of custody to 17 April 2024. Moreblesing Rusere appeared for the State. Woman hides in sugarcane field after being chased by Police over stolen car MIRROR REPORTER HARARE – Court 14 resembled a funeral on Monday afternoon as family members wailed loudly after six suspects including Prosper Bizwork who allegedly forged title deeds and illegally sold former Cabinet Minister Dzingai Mutumbuka’s Chisipite mansion were denied bail by Harare Regional Magistrate Donald Ndirowei. This time Bizwork (48) and five others applied for bail in another case in which they forged documents for property number 589 Rietfontein Township Lot 5 in Borrowdale, Harare which they sold for US$92 000 against a market value of US$400 000. Family members who least expected wailed loudly after Magistrate Ndirowei pronounced his bail decision. Ndirowei said in his bail ruling that the State has a strong case against all the six. He said that the accused could not distance themselves from the evidence placed before the court by the investigating officer, Eric Chacha of the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZAAC), particularly the forged identity documents, the agreement of sale and acknowledgement of receipt of funds. In the case of Bizwork, he said that the accused had a pending similar case and his release could see him absconding or even committing new crimes. “Once such evidence is produced, heads naturally turn towards the accused persons to rebut such or at least to give plausible or probable defence to the allegations. “From the submissions by the counsel for the accused persons, no submissions were made to explain or to distance the accused persons from the evidence produced by the State i.e. the forged identity documents, acknowledgement of receipt of funds and sale agreement,” said Magistrate Ndirowei. He said that in coming to his decision, he made a careful balance between the interests of justice and the accused fundamental right to liberty as protected by the Constitution. Some of the lawyers who represented the accused persons were Enock Nengomasha of Zuze and Chambers, Mushayi M Makoni of Mandizha and Company and Eric Simbarashe of Absolom and Shephard Chambers. ‘Fraudster’ in Mutumbuka case denied bail Dzingai Mutumbuka.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 21 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com ELLEN MLAMBO MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – There is serious boundary encroachments among provinces and districts as livestock is moved from one area to another in search of water and grazing, Masvingo Provincial Agritex Officer/ Provincial Agriculture Deputy Director Nobert Masiiwa has said. This is causing serious problems for the Department of Livestock Research and the Ministry’s programmes to control the spread of diseases and in particular January disease. Speaking in an interview with The Mirror at Makoholi Research Institute review and planning workshop, Masiiwa said there is a lot of vandalism of fence by farmers encroaching into neighbouring Provinces for grazing. Masvingo districts which include Gutu, Chivi and Mwenezi share boundaries with Midlands Province's districts of Chirumhanzu, Shurugwi and Mberengwa respectively. “We encounter problem of diseases particularly January disease and tick borne in districts which share boundaries with other Provinces. The challenge is that the time these cattle go for dipping is not the same and hence evading the spread of diseases becomes a challenge. Unless we raise awareness with consented efforts to all boundaries, we will continue to have residual January disease,” said Masiiwa. He said Government efforts through the Veterinary Services Department and Livestock Department should be consented on raising awareness to border areas between provinces. Department of Livestock Research Director Andrew Chamisa urged farmers to respect boundaries at both district and provincial levels. “We urge farmers to get animal movement permit before they take their cattle to other provinces. This is important in terms of disease control and in reducing cattle theft. We also urge our Police on the highway to stop and establish if animals being moved have required papers,” he added. Agriculture News Drought accelerates boundary encroachment, spread of diseases Nobert Masiiwa.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 22 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com International News Vietnamese property tycoon sentenced to death in $27bn fraud case A prominent property tycoon has been sentenced to death for her role in Vietnam’s biggest-ever fraud case. Truong My Lan, the chair of the developer Van Thinh Phat, was found guilty of embezzlement, bribery and violations of banking rules on Thursday, in a case that has shocked the country. A total of $12.5bn (£10bn) was embezzled, the equivalent of almost 3% of Vietnamese gross domestic product, but prosecutors said on Thursday the total damages caused by the scam now amounted to $27bn. “The defendant’s actions … eroded people’s trust in the leadership of the [Communist] party and state,” read the verdict at the trial in Ho Chi Minh City. Lan was found guilty of swindling money from Saigon Commercial Bank (SCB) over a decade. She had been tried alongside 85 others, including former central bankers and government officials, as well as previous SCB executives. The trial is part of a national corruption crackdown led by the secretary general of the Communist party of Vietnam, Nguyễn Phú Trọng. The campaign, which is also known as “Blazing Furnace” and has increased in recent years, has led to the indictment of thousands of people, as well as the resignation of two presidents and two deputy prime ministers. Lan, who was arrested in October 2022, had denied the charges. A relative told Reuters before the verdict that she would appeal. The death sentence is an unusually severe punishment for a corruption case. State media reported last week that Lan told the court she had joined the banking industry without sufficient experience and blamed a “lack of understanding of legal matters”. She said she had “thought of death” in desperation, and asked the court for leniency for her husband, a Hong Kong businessman, and niece who were on trial as accomplices. The verdicts announced on Thursday followed a five-week trial that has been covered in great detail in Vietnam’s tightly controlled state media. Documents related to the trial, kept in 105 boxes, weighed 6 tonnes, according to VN Express, which reported the authorities had installed security cameras and fire safety equipment to protect the evidence ahead of the hearings. More than 1,000 properties belonging to Lan have been seized, and nearly 2,700 individuals were summoned for the trial, which included 200 lawyers. Dr Nguyen Khac Giang, a visiting fellow at the Vietnam studies programme at the Iseas-Yusof Ishak Institute, said the case was unprecedented, and a milestone in Vietnam’s anti-corruption crackdown. It was, he said, “the biggest case against a private business, with the biggest number of defendants, the biggest number of evidence and of course, the biggest number of money involved”. Although Lan did not directly hold executive power at SCB, she owned 91.5% of the bank’s shares through third parties and shell companies. She was accused of setting up fake loan applications to withdraw money from the bank over a period of 11 years, from 2012 to 2022. The loans accounted for 93% of the total credit the bank has issued, according to state media. To cover up the fraud, Lan and other SCB bankers were accused of giving state officials $5.2m, the largest bribe recorded in Vietnam. The money was handed over in Styrofoam boxes, Do Thi Nhan, a former chief banking inspector at the State Bank of Vietnam, said during the trial. Nhan said that after realising the boxes contained money, she refused the boxes but that Lan declined to take them back, state media reported. Since 2021, thousands of people have been indicted for corruption in the country, in what analysts have described as the most comprehensive anti-corruption effort in the history of the Communist party of Vietnam. Last month, the Vietnamese government announced the resignation of its second president in as many years, Vo Van Thuong, over alleged “violations and flaws” that had “negatively affected public perception, as well as the reputation of the party and the state”. He had been in power for just over a year after his predecessor, Nguyen Xuan Phuc, was forced out because of corruption scandals involving officials under his control. Evaluating public sentiment in Vietnam, a one-party state, is challenging. However, social media comments suggested many were shocked by the scale of the scandal, said Giang. While some welcomed the state crackdown, others questions how corruption on such a huge scale could go unchecked for so long. “[The case] might indirectly signal that the state hasn’t really been doing well in terms of managing the system in terms of the increasingly complex market economy and also the state is incapable of controlling their own public officials,” said Giang. Truong My Lan found guilty of embezzling from Saigon Commercial Bank in case that was part of wider crackdown
19 - 25 April 2024 Tel: (039) 264372 IPFANI NAUPFIWA/ ZWANINI LANI LIZWIWE Page-20 Page-21 15 years for raping 8-year-old niece Drought accelerates boundary encroachment, spread of diseases TWO NATIONS REPORTER BEITBRIDGE – Dr Lerato Nare (59), a top researcher and National University of Science and Technology lecturer who died at Mpilo Hospital was buried at his rural home at Tabana Village in Tongwe, Beitbridge on Tuesday. The burial was attended by the who is who of Beitbridge and Matebeleland including senior Beitbridge council officials, Ambassador Aaron Maboyi and his wife former Beitbridge West MP Ruth, incumbent MP Thusani Ndou, prominent businessmen Steven Stubbs, Elias Chibi, Morgan Ndou and Chris Nguluvhe (Shule shule). Dr Nare joined NUST in 2012 in the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) Department where he lectured and chaired a research unit on water, climate and energy and served on the IDS executive board and the departmental examination board. He was a member of the Faculty of Commerce Higher Degrees Committee and the Faculty Examinations Board. Before joining NUST, Dr Nare worked at the University of Venda, South Africa from 2006 to 2011 where he taught hydrology and water resources, water resources management, water supply systems and introduction to climatology and southern African weather systems. He was at the time of his death involved in mainstreaming participatory approaches into a huge European Union-funded project meant to improve the production and marketing of livestock in Zimbabwe. He collaborated in several research and community engagements for several Non-Governmental Organisations and the Government. Between 1998 and 2001, he was contracted by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Office for Africa (AFRO) in a series of shortterm consultancies to facilitate the introduction of Participatory Hygiene and Sanitation Transformation (PHAST) and Participatory Health and Hygiene Education (PHHE) in Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, Zambia and Tanzania. Dr Nare worked for the Ministry of Health as an Environmental Health Officer for 24 years and rose through the ranks to District Environmental Health Officer, Principal Environmental Health Officer and Provincial Health Officer. He held a PhD in Environmental Science specialising in Hydrology from the University of Venda in South Africa. Dr Nare’s former classmate, Nguluvhe who is the director of Shulton Agencies described the deceased as someone who was kind and development-oriented. His first son Ignatious expressed shock at the sudden death of his father. “He was a servant in the community. He was a father who advised all. We are deeply saddened by the loss,” he said. Dr Nare was born at Beitbridge District Hospital and went to Tongwe and Beitbridge Mission Primary Schools. He is survived by his wife Sithokozile, seven children and five grandchildren. Top NUST researcher, Dr Nare buried The late Dr Lerato Nare.
TWO NATIONS: IPFANI NAUPFIWA/ ZWANINI LANI LIZWIWE Page T2 19 - 25 April 2024 Learnmore Mushonga, a boy from Gonye in Gutu is having sleepless nights with septic sores (deep wounds) that don't heal and breathing problems. He cries throughout because of agonising pain. He got prescriptions from hospital but his mother is an unemployed villager who lives from hand to mouth and therefore cannot afford drugs. The boy is trying different herbs from surrounding bushes to alleviate pain. Well-wishers can contact the mother, Getrude Mudzimurega on 0785456584. The Mirror Helpline The Mirror Helpline - 0716895703/0775691380 Learnmore Mushonga.
To page C2 19 - 25 April 2024 ChipingeTimes ChipingeTimes Mother to child HIV transmission, a challenge in Manicaland ELLEN MLAMBO CHIPINGE TIMES REPORTER CHIPINGE – Manicaland province is having a challenge of HIV transmission from mother to child because mothers are not registering pregnancies at clinics in time, Minister for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Advocate Misheck Mugadza has said. He said the transmission is highly preventable if women take up the available HIV prevention services. Mugadza said this at the belated 2023 Provincial World Aids Day commemorations held at Gaza Stadium in Chipinge last month. The commemorations were held under the theme “Let Communities Lead”. “The province is having a challenge of HIV transmission from mother to child which is highly preventable if our women take up the available HIV prevention services. The majority of these infections are as a result of missed opportunities in enrolling pregnant women on the prevention of mother to child transmission,” he added. Mugadza said the Ministry of Health and Child Care has adequate medicines to prevent transmission of HIV from the mother to the child. He said communities have to take part in child protection thus ensuring that no child is unnecessarily exposed to and born with HIV by making sure that all pregnant women register early and deliver at health centres. “Communities also need to address several cultural vulnerabilities that put women and children at increased risk of HIV infections. Our traditional and religious leadership are therefore being called upon to sensitise their communities and followers to address these vulnerabilities,” he said. He said the province reduced the HIV prevalence from 22,86% in 1996 to 9,65% by 2022. Another achievement worth celebrating is the epidemic control where-in the number of new HIV infections is lower than the number of deaths. He said new infections are higher in women than men and life expectancy for people with HIV has increased. Mugadza added that groups at the highest risk of HIV/AIDS are girls and young women between 10 to 24 because of intergenerational sex. Minister for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Advocate Misheck Mugadza. Roman Catholic’s Bakhita Mission receives US5$k solar system Page 24 Chivhu FC withdrcaws Complaint Page 27
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 23 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late SIMON CHITAPI who died on 7 SEPTEMBER 2009 at HARARE. All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to lodge them in details with the undersigned not later than 30 days and those indebted thereto are required to pay to the undersigned the amount due by them within the same period, failing which legal proceedings will be taken for the recovery thereof. All persons having in their custody or possession of any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 19TH DAY OF APRIL 2024 APPLICANT: SHEKI TERENCE CHITAPI, HOUSE No 5868 SAMBARAFUTA CRESCENT HILLSIDE, MASVINGO. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late WITNESS MAPIYE who died on 12 FEBRUARY 2024 at 24 HERONE EASTVALE MASHAVA. All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to lodge them in details with the undersigned not later than 30 days and those indebted thereto are required to pay to the undersigned the amount due by them within the same period, failing which legal proceedings will be taken for the recovery thereof. All persons having in their custody or possession of any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 19TH DAY OF APRIL 2024 APPLICANT: GEOFREY MAPIYE 24 HERONE EASTVALE MASHAVA. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late TAFARA GUDOSHAVA who died on 19 OCTOBER 2021 at NORAR CLINIC MASVINGO. All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to lodge them in details with the undersigned not later than 30 days and those indebted thereto are required to pay to the undersigned the amount due by them within the same period, failing which legal proceedings will be taken for the recovery thereof. All persons having in their custody or possession of any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 19TH DAY OF APRIL 2024 APPLICANT: EMILDA CHAPUNA, 171 SHONGAMITI, NGUNDU, CHIBI. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late DHAINA MAWANZA who died on 2 DECEMBER 2021 at MASVINGO. All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to lodge them in details with the undersigned not later than 30 days and those indebted thereto are required to pay to the undersigned the amount due by them within the same period, failing which legal proceedings will be taken for the recovery thereof. All persons having in their custody or possession of any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 19TH DAY OF APRIL 2024 APPLICANT: ARLNOLD WELLINGTON MURINDA, HOUSE No 1023 EDWARD MUNDONDO STREET MUCHEKE A, MASVINGO. CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP Take notice that PASCALIA GANYATA ID No. 83- 179460 F 83 of 2214 NYABARE JERERA will be changing the ownership of a residential stand at number 2135 JERERA D.S.C from PETER MAROZVA (LATE) ID No. 83-163427 D83 of 2214 NYABARE JERERA, ZAKA. The ownership of the above stand at 2135 JERERA D.S.C will be changed from PETER MAROZVA (LATE) ID No. 83-163427 D-83 of 2214 NYABARE JERERA, ZAKA to PASCALIA GANYATA ID No. 83-179460 F83 of 2214 NYABARE JERERA. Any person to have objections in connection with the issue of such cession is hereby required to lodge the same at ZAKA RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL within 14 days of publication of this notice. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 19 DAY OF APRIL 2024 PASCALIA GANYATA, 2214 NYABARE JERERA, ZAKA REGIONAL, TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT CHAPTER 29:12 PROPOSED SUBDIVISION OF PROPERTY IN TERMS OF THE SECTION 40 OF THE REGIONAL, TOWN AND COUNRTY PLANNING ACT (CHAPTER 29:12) REVISED ADDITION, 1996 MSHAGASHE 198: VICTORIA DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that in terms of Section 40 of The Regional, Town And Country Planning Act (Chapter 29:12) Revised Edition, 1996 that the an application to subdivide Mshagashe 198: Victoria District has been lodged with the undersigned. The property being subdivided lies to the North West along Harare road at the 17 km peg from Masvingo. It is proposed to subdivide the property into three (3) commercial, one (1) industrial, one (1) institutional and the remainder for agricultural measuring 102.7172 hectares. The applications, plans and any special conditions which the Local Planning authority is likely to impose in the event the proposal being favourably considered may be inspected at the address below during normal working hours. Any persons wishing to make objectives or representations relating to the application must lodge them with undersigned within one month from the first date of this inserted notice. 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The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 24 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Religious News MIRROR REPORTER SOTI SOURCE, GUTU – Bhakita, Roman Catholic Masvingo Diocese’s newest missions has received a donation of a 5Kv solar power system worth US$5 540. The donation was made last week by Virginia Takaona-Holmes who won the system in a NetOne competition. Father Bakuri who is the Priest-in-Charge received the solar power system on behalf of the church. The assistant-priestin-charge is Father Hamadziripi. Speaking on behalf of the family, Matthew Takaona who is a twin-brother to Virginia said the family decided to donate the solar system to Bhakita because the two priests at the mission did not have power after the old system broke down. He said the donation was also in honour of their late father, Augustine Tsikirai Takaona who was one of the founding chairpersons of Bhakita Mission and worked in the same area as an Agricultural Extension Worker. Takaona said it was the duty of Catholics to look after their priests adding that it did not augur well for a church of such great faith to have struggling shepherds. Scores of Catholics danced with joy at the small handover ceremony. Father Bakuri thanked the Takaona family for the donation and said he will always have it and indeed all Bhakita members in his prayers. He urged other Catholics to emulate the gesture. Roman Catholic’s Bakhita Mission receives US5$k solar system
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Entertainment news Page 25 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Name: Tinashe Dahwa Age: 21 Favourite Food: Sadza and fish/ chicken Occupation: Makeup artist Hobby: being on social media Socials: IG misstinah01 FB Tinashe Dahwa Tiktok misstinah01 Thank goodness its Friday
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Sports news Page 26 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com Bernardo Silva penalty: Did Kepa help Real Madrid's Andriy Lunin make crucial save? One of many talking points to come from Real Madrid knocking Manchester City out of the Champions League quarter-final was Bernardo Silva's weak penalty in the shootout. As usual with social media, there are theories circulating that Madrid's keeper Andriy Lunin might have been helped by his team-mate, the on-loan Chelsea stopper Kepa Arrizabalaga - with TV footage showing the two players deep in conversation, hands covering mouths, just before the spot-kicks. Luka Modric took Madrid's first penalty and saw it saved by Brazilian Ederson, but the momentum swung back in Real's favour when City midfielder Silva lofted the ball tamely into Lunin's arms. The Ukrainian keeper was a picture of calm as he planted his feet and easily collected Silva's shot. In the 2019 EFL Cup final penalty shootout between Chelsea and Manchester City, Kepa famously refused to come off for replacement keeper and penalty expert Willy Caballero and faced five City penalties as the Blues lost the shootout 4-3. During that shootout, Silva scored his penalty straight down the middle, as Kepa dived to his right. Social media 'detectives' were quick to dig that clip out and post online. Lunin told reporters after the match that conversations with Madrid's coaches had informed his decisions on the night. "I needed to take a risk with one of the kicks," the 25-year-old told Movistar Plus+, adding, "we picked one [to stay in the middle] and thank goodness it worked out in our favour." He told Marca afterwards there "were three players with whom we had doubts about whether to stay in the middle or not", adding: "In the end we chose only one because there are five shots and you can't stay in [the middle] all of them." Davide Ancelotti, assistant coach and Carlo's son, added that Kepa had influenced the choice of Real's penalty takers. Former Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic also had a penalty saved by Lunin after firing it just to the keeper's right - with TV footage showing match-winner Antonio Rudiger frantically gesturing to Lunin to dive in that direction. But was it another, more straightforward factor that affected Silva's penalty miss? The Portuguese playmaker had to wait about 40 seconds before taking his spotkick as City fans in the crowd refused to give the ball back. On TNT, former City defender Joleon Lescott said he thought that that "took him out of sync and out of his rhythm". Rio Ferdinand added: "It's a very long time when you are waiting there and you are thinking 'now do I change position? Now do I change where I go?'" www.bbc.com Silva struck the kind of central penalty that looks perfect - but only if the keeper dives early.
THE Sport THE Mirror 19 - 25 April 2024 www.masvingomirror.com masvingo mirror masvingomirror THERESA ZIBOWA MIRROR REPORTER CHIKOMBA - Chivhu Football Club (FC) has withdrawn its complaint of having 12 points deducted after ‘winning’ the ZIFA Eastern Region Division 2 last season. The club says that it is now pointless to pursue the matter as the Division 1 league is about to kick off and all clubs have paid their affiliation fees. Chivhu FC is merely demanding to be reimbursed expenses it incurred in playing the four unaffiliated clubs in the letter dated March 19, 2024. “As a club we feel let down by the delay in hearing our matter. Hearing it now will not give us our Championship, justice delayed is justice denied. Therefore, we wish to withdraw our complaint. However in your response to our complaint dated 24/11/23, you expressed your willingness to reimburse our costs incurred in fulfilling our matches vs Kotwa, Orangeview, Calvary, and AutoBeatrice,” reads part of the letter. Club chairperson Marufu Madhuveko told The Mirror that they decided to withdraw their complaint after writing several letters but to no avail. ZIFA did not respond to any compliant submitted by the club. “We decided to withdraw our case having realized that the Provincial board running our league took five months to arrange for the hearing given that the division one league teams had already paid their affiliation fees and the number of teams to play there already confirmed therefore this shows that the football administration is just a joke. However we are pursuing a refund of the expenses incurred when we played the unaffiliated teams,” said Madhuveko. Chivhu FC lost first place to Rusununguko FC after ZIFA deducted 12 points for playing Orange View, Auto Beatrice, Kotwa United, and St Lucy that were not affiliated. Chivhu FC withdraws Complaint