THE PAGE-7 8 - 14 December 2023 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 Kangai recounts how NetOne nearly lost US$26m land to fraud PAGE-6-HOTH Woman caught cheating with friend’s BF and attempts suicide Chrismas Promotion 11 00 rhinoboards now Tiles, Tile adhesive, Tiling accessories cement,timber & ceilings +263 77 390 0816 +263 77 628 7909 MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – Zimbabwe’s Minister of Education and Culture at Independence, Dr Dzingai Mutumbuka has described Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation journalists as morons who either don’t understand news values or are complicit in corruption. He described the state of affairs at the State-run media organisation as terrible. Mutumbuka who has for the last two years been battling to get back his US$600 000 Harare mansion lost through forgery of title deeds said he granted an interview to ZBC on the issue in the public interest but the story was never published. “ZTV interviewed me and ZBC journalists are morons– Mutumbuka New Chief Gutu to be installed January 12 -Page 2 Jenfan Muswere.
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PriceGuide: US$10 000 LOW DENSITY AREA From page 1 did nothing. My biased opinion is that either they are morons who went to a village school of journalism and cannot see a hot trending story even if it is staring them in the face. Or the alternative is that they are complicit in corruption. “Both scenarios are terrible. I think one of these has to be true,” said Mutumbuka. He described corruption is a cancer that mercilessly devours the whole body and urged journalists to mercilessly and without fear or favour deal with the scourge. He said that the country will go to dogs if corruption is not arrested. He said fighting corruption is for one’s love for his/her country and the future of “our children”. “To be honest, when I agreed to be interviewed I was not doing it for myself but for many others who have no name recognition and have or will lose their valuable properties to criminals,” said Mutumbuka in written answers to questions sent to him by The Mirror. He urged journalists or the Fourth Estate to ruthlessly stamp out the scourge of corruption. He said three institutions critical in fighting the scourge are the Police, the media and magistrates and judges. He said once the Press has done its job, Police must come and arrest and magistrates must then deal diligently with cases brought to courts. It takes one of the three pillars not to do its work and corruption will thrive, said Dr Mutumbuka. He urged young journalists to make their names by fighting corruption. “Corruption is like a cancer that devours the entire body mercilessly. ZBC journalists are morons – Mutumbuka New Chief Gutu to be installed January 12 From page 1 ELLEN MLAMBO MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – Government has appointed new Chief Gutu, Lawrence Chigariro (79) and he will be installed on either January 12 or January 19, 2024, The Mirror has established. The Mirror obtained Chigariro’s letter of appointment signed by Gutu District Development Co-ordinator, Chiedza Tafirei on November 30, 2023. The appointment is however, with effect from November 17, 2023. The appointment was done in terms of section 283 (a) (i) and b of the Constitution of Zimbabwe as read with Sections 3 (1) and (2) of the Traditional Leaders Act (Chapter 29:17). “We are pleased to inform you that His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe has with effect from 17 November 2023 appointed Lawrence Chigariro as Substantive Chief Gutu in terms of Section 283 (a) (i) and b of the Constitution of Zimbabwe as read with Sections 3 (1) and (2) of the Traditional Leaders Act (Chapter 29:17) in Gutu District of Masvingo Province,” read the letter. The Gutu chieftainship is one of the most well known in Zimbabwe and it also gives birth to the name of Gutu District. Chigariro replaces Amon Masanganise who was the care-taker chief following his father’s death in 2013. Chigariro however, was not happy that the care-taker chief lasted eight years instead of the two that is allowed by the law. The same problem is dogging the Nyamandi Chieftainship in Gutu where Siyano Machaya clings to power seven years after the death his father. In other chieftainships tradition has been altered to allow “politically correct” candidates to become chiefs at the expense of the legitimate candidates chosen by the royalty. This is so for Chief Charumbira born Fortune Charumbira who after being a careteaker chief following the death of his father did not hand over the stick to the next family. He is now the substantive chief. Chief Mugabe born Matubede Mudavanhu is also another chief who after taking on from his father, extende the allowed two years to 14 years and was last year appointed substantive chief. Chigariro told The Mirror in an interview that the Gutu Chieftainship originates from Mabwazhe who was known as Chinomukutu. Mabwazhe gave birth to two sons, Resina being the elder and Goronga. After the death of Mabwazhe, the Resina family took over and ruled for 117 years. The Goronga family then complained against this and it was then that the chieftainship moved to the family with Ticharwa Chiriga taking over. The chieftainship returned to the Resina family when the father of the outgoing acting chief Amon Edmond Masanganise took over. Chigariro was born under Chagwiza in Gutu and went for his Sub A to Standard 1 at Chagwiza Primary. He then went to Mukundi School from Standard 1 up to Standard 3. From Standard 4-6 he was at St Gabriel in Nerupiri (1958-60). He started work in weaving mills in Bulawayo. In 1965, Chigariro then moved to work for Hippo Valley beer hall as a cashier. In 1972 he was a manager and cash collector under the same company. He then left Hippo Valley and went to do farming in Chagwiza, Gutu in 1972. In 1982, he relocated to Marowa where he has a plot. Lawrence Chigariro.
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The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Local news Page 4 8 - 14 December 2023 vwww.masvingomirror.com 071 689 5703 Chipinge Times & Two Nations Editor: Ellen Mlambo Editorial Comment Serving as a travel and identity document a passport is a right and acquiring it should definitely not be too much of a hustle. It is going to be not just a worse hustle but a real nightmare for Zimbabweans to get a new passport if the recent proposal to hike passport fees is approved. Australia is said to be the country with the most expensive passport in the world at a cost of 192 British Pounds US$241.00), followed by Mexico at 142 Pounds (US$178.00), Switzerland at 117 (US$147.00) Pounds with Italy on fourth position at 113 Pounds (US$142.00) although it said in Syria an expedited passport costs US$350.00. Come back home to Zimbabwe and soon you will have to part with US$200.00 (159 Pounds) if you want to get a travel document. Compare this to neighbouring countries and you will find people in Zambia paying US$14.00, Mozambique US$32.00, South Africa R600 (US$30.00), Eswatini R80.00 (US$4.00). As it is the Zimbabwean passport is going to be the second most expensive in the world after Australia. Now the question is why should Zimbabweans have to pay such a high price for a critical document that every citizen is entitled to have? Here is a country that is rich in natural resources milking its poor people in order to fatten the national coffers. Most of the passport applicants are not rich tourists who want to go to other country on holiday. They are poor people who survive on cross border trading or want to leave the country for the diaspora to seek for greener pastures running away from an economy that is failing to provide for their basic needs. These are the people the government is milking. Or is this prohibitive passport fee also serving as an attempt to dissuade the poor from leaving the country for other countries where they hope to get employment and a better life? People are voted into power to make the voter’s life easier. A government that makes the voter’s life more difficult is not a people’s government. High passport fees milking the poor SYDNEY MUBAIWA MIDLANDS BUREAU CHIEF GWERU - Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Member of Parliament (MP) for Mkoba South Constituency John Kuka took the Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare July Moyo to task over retrenchment of 106 workers by Bata Shoe Company recently. In an interview with The Mirror, the legislator said the retrenchment was against the country's economic blueprint and its quest to attain the Vision 2030 agenda. "According to the National Development Strategy (NDS1) which is currently running up to 2025,there is a decent work agenda, where the country seeks to promote decent work and economic growth. “In light of that, I wanted to hear the Minister's comment on the recent retrenchment of 106 workers by Bata Shoe Company in Gweru. “These workers, most of them are from my constituency which is Mkoba South. I also wanted to hear from the Minister on the impact of the retrenchment to the economic objectives of NDS1 and also to social protection impact on these employees who were retrenched without any due process being followed,"he said. Kuka said he also wanted to know measures being taken by the Ministry to keep the existing jobs in his constituency and the country at large. In his response, Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi said private companies when retrenching workers should follow proper procedures provided by the law. "The issue of retrenchment in private companies is regulated by law. If a company is struggling, it follows the necessary laws that apply to retrenchment. "If it is approved and what they have submitted satisfies the requirements of retrenchment, then that will go," he said. Bata Shoe Company, the country's biggest footwear manufacturer last week retrenched 106 workers according to the country’s company manager Simon Mutisya, sending fears that the last industrial company standing in the Midlands capital is going under. Gweru and Kwekwe were at Independence the country's industrial hubs, employing thousands of workers. However, all heavy industries in the two cities have collapsed. This week, Zimbabwe Mining and Smelting Company (Zimasco), the country's biggest ferrochrome producer switched off four of its six furnaces at Kwekwe plant as a result of high cost of electricity and decline in the prices of its products on international market. Other companies which are in the verge of collapse include the National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) and ZimAlloys. INCREASE GUMBO MIRROR REPORTER CHIREDZI - A Chiredzi family suspects that one of its members Hardlife Kasina (40), a prophet also known by the name Madzibaba Stepneji of Masowe Echishanu was murdered contrary to a Police report that he died in a road accident. Kasina died on his way back from Gwanda where he had gone on church business together with companions from the church. It is understood that there were some misunderstandings between Kasina and the other members and he abandoned the mission and came back alone. A Police report indicates that Kasina died after being thrown out of a Toyota Hilux that he had boarded. The vehicle hit a beast and five people were thrown out of the car and Kasina died at Neshuro Hospital However, the family says the daughter of Kasina’s elder brother got possessed at the funeral and started speaking in Kasina’s voice and said that he was killed by his companions who wanted US$1 000 that was on him. Masvingo Provincial Police Spokesperson Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed the accident which killed Kasina. The deceased’s brother Punish Kasina gave The Mirror, the family’s side of the story. Mystery surrounds the death of Chiredzi prophet Mkoba South MP demands answers from minister over Bata retrenchment John Kuka.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 5 8 - 14 December 2023 vwww.masvingomirror.com All roads lead to Gokomere Mission on Saturday as Catholics attend the installation of Masvingo Diocese’s second Bishop, Rt Rev Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa. He takes over from the Diocese’s founding bishop, Rt Rev Dickson Michael Bhasera. Masvingo Diocese was established in February 1999. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1732674488699932824?s=20 Breaking News ....The High Court has disqualified CCC candidates under Chamisa from contesting the December 9 by-elections according to information reaching The Mirror. Meanwhile CCC has immediately appealed to the Supreme Court. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1732723305092669637?s=20 The Public Service Commission has today launched job fairs starting with Harare. Job fairs are events where multiple recruiters, hiring managers and employers meet with potential employees in one convenient, neutral venue. Companies save time and effort on recruiting by participating in these events. Job fairs create an interface between employers and potential employees. Today’s event had ministries and quasiGov departments. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1732435091828195526?s=20 ZRP please lead by example and stop littering. These empty plastic water and beverage bottles are at a place 10km from Masvingo along Masvingo - Harare Highway where Police erects its roadblocks. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1732335627369152551?s=20 Some 2 944 cattle have died in November in Mat South alone and one district, Bulilima lost 1 134. This was confirmed by Agritex Director Mkunjulelwa Ndlovu. Gov must come up with urgent contigent plans if Zim’s head which was ravaged by January disease in the last three years is not to be wiped out by El Nino induced drought expected to affect the southern region in 23/24. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1732327292859306471?s=20 Can ZRP Masvingo Central station explain why it has neglected raising the national and police flags for more than two weeks. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1732079425859076172?s=20 The boy was slain after the boyfriend arrived home to find the girlfriend gone out with another boyfriend. In a fit of rage the boyfriend slit open the boy’s neck, stabbed another girl who is now in hospital and a third girl ran away. Pics; victim and suspect. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1732001878668362000?s=20 Gweru has just received 3 firetenders worth US$1,3m which is part of a bigger consortium of 133 firetender worth US$60M procured under controversial circumstances for all local authorities by Gov. Gov went ahead and procured the firetenders from Belarus despite public outcry that the equipment was overpriced and the program riddled with corruption. Councils had suggested that each local authority source its own firetenders according to need but this was quashed by Gov. For some councils, the firetenders constitute 10% of their total annual budgets. This is one case where politicians take advantage of people’s short memories and their powerless positions to impose unpopular projects and move on. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731897748792750129?s=20 According to Joseph Kalimbwe of Zambia, a passport in his country costs only $14. The purpose of a passport is to verify one’s identity and nationality as one travels abroad. It is not a commercial commodity by which Government reaps profits. Passports allow people to fulfil their right to movement. The US$200 passport fee announced by Zim Gov last week is going to trigger a new wave of immigration related crimes that will buckle the region, particularly South Africa and Botswana. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731884797528539270?s=20 Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, July Moyo has confirmed that there are 124 children below the age of 8 intercepted at Beitbridge Border Post as they tried to cross into South Africa. The reason for interception is that they did not have requisite documents or accompanying guardians. The statement said Police is looking for perpetrators with a view to arrest them. The children were kept at Beitbridge Center and 101 have been rejoined with relatives while 23 are still at the border. The Children’s Act 506 identifies unaccompanied migrant children as in need of protection and care. The children will be visiting parents working in SA during holidays. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731738277797904526?s=20 The document says there is a temporary suspension of visas for Zimbabweans travelling to Saudi Arabia because some Zimbabweans who got documents outside the system overstayed. Efforts by The Mirror to get comments from the Saudi Gov or Zim Ministry of Foreign Affairs are so fa futile. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731730851514249254?s=20 Government must as a matter of urgency demarcate official boundaries between Chief Bere and Chief Charumbira to avert deadly clashes between the two groups of people. This emerged at a meeting of village heads from Headman Mapiye’s area who met at the Civic Center in Masvingo recently. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731703633983533556?s=20 Magistrate Esther Muremba has convicted Pius Jamba after finding overwhelming evidence that he indeed cold-bloodedly slayed Moreblessing Ali, a CCC activist before dumping the body in a disused well. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731681090295808350?s=20 Masvingo Magistrate Elizabeth Hanzie has granted ZWL$100 000 bail each to two Masvingo women who went viral on social media last week with a video of them licking each other’s privates. They will be back in court on December 18, 2023. They are charged with violating the Censorship and Entertainment Control Act (Prohibition of importation, production and dissemination of undesirable publications, pictures, statues and records). https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731660949864456574?s=20 New Chiredzi Town Secretary Wesley Kauma has one the most ambitious development programmes for any local authority and this could be a breath of fresh air and a case study for Zim if achieved. Kauma wants; 1. phase out all earth roads in the town and replace them in five years (2028) with tar, 2. Supply more water than the town needs by 2028 (by bringing IBDZ) 3. achieve municipal status by 2025, 4. build enough schools and clinics by 2028. Go Chiredzi go! https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731655110327968123?s=20 An attempt to smuggle 443 Zimbabwe children into South Africa was foiled by the Border Management Authority as the economic collapse of Zim economy continue to create new and complex problems for neighbouring countries. The children were crossing to be with their parents who can’t come back home for holidays because they have no passports, no work permits and no money to travel to Zim for holidays. The level of deprivation in Zimbabwe has reached a crisis point. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731495829347750354?s=20 Many parts of the UK came to a standstill today with snowfall of up to 8cm thick covering the ground, roof tops, cars and trees. Temperature reached -5 degrees celcius. Domiciliary care work which a lot of migrant workers from Zimbabwe and other countries do is at a standstill as it is difficult to navigate through the roads. Churches are empty today. The situation in the video is in Derbyshire. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731337005353574702?s=20 The power that has been given to Zimra through national budget pronouncements by Min Mthuli Ncube to open safes at banks, to temporarily shut down businesses, to go on people’s data without a court order are illegal and fascist and they are a violation of people’s rights, former Minister of Finance Tendai Biti has said. He said the budget is a big punishment to the people and this is probably because Zanu PF lost an election. “Did these people win an election, do these people love Zimbabweans. A person who loves Zimbabweans and who genuinely won an election would not punish. Zimbabweans in the form of the vulgar sobriquet that was presented yesterday,” said Biti during a budget debate. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731284947481116771?s=20 Poor and complete lack of town planning has led to eerie congestion in many parts of the World particularly in Africa. Zimbabwe has no masterplans for its towns since the land grab started in 2000 when Zanu PF landbarons took over from local councils and sold and distributed residential stand willy-nilly and without roads. This kind of congestion is telling in all the country’s towns and in particular Masvingo, Harare, Mutare and Kwekwe. Above the DRC President is trying to negotiate his way through a street in Kinshasa. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1731183423585210734?s=20 This is tragic for the empowerment of women. Whoever asked Sengezo Tshabangu who his girlfriends are when he became a political force overnight and went about gallivanting. Why should women in politics be persecuted for their private relationships and if male politicians are to be paid with the same coin who will pass the test? It’s so tragic that Tshabangu is recalling whole mayors based on rumour and his personal preferences. To begin with Mayor Shantel Chiwara is not straight from college, she is a banker and is employed by the POSB. Sadly Tshabangu doesn’t even know the college that she went to or Chiwara’s alleged boyfriend who he is so angry with but he goes on not only to tarnish but to use that information to fire a mayor, disrupt council programmes and cost the taxpayer dearly in rerun. Surely Speaker of Parliament Jacob Mudenda and judges of our courts, Zimbabwean politics cannot sink this low. The cost, the backlash direct and indirect are too huge on our suffering people. https://x.com/TheMirrorMsv/ status/1730980362602357042?s=20 The Mirrror Tweets
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Hoth Page 6 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com Woman caught cheating with friend’s BF and attempts suicide Vhuuu ndasvika ini swerokuenda mukuwasha wezuva. I am always travelling to every corner of the country. This month was a tiring one. A lot has been happening in our town. So, recently it was abuzz with the XXX-rated blue movie. Mwari akuitirei Nyasha chokwadi. That video went viral and got some people scolded for being Makaranga. I know a lot of people are angry with one Mukaranga but with all due respect guys minus that guy Karangas are a decent tribe zvenyu mufunge. Unfortunately, we have that kind of breed that dilutes the decency in the tribe with their unruly behaviour. The stories doing rounds in the ancient city are disturbing. Someone told HOTH that the girls were having a threesome with a well-known figure in town. Yeah! These girls varikufamba nefoshoro vachivhara diki dzese vachivhura hombe zvavo. I am not surprised to hear that all this happened at that late guy’s house somewhere in Morningside MHSRIP. You know the guys I mean. Oh, yes that one who died together with our musician. Anyway, let’s leave that one. I know it is very sensitive. I am told one of the ladies used to sell her coochie to most guys in Victoria Ranch or subtly demand payment from those guys whom she thinks have a few bucks to spare and most of them became regulars. Who doesn’t know that if a woman expects some payment after sexual intercourse, she is a prostitute? It doesn't matter how she extracts the money from you, the point is, she has sold sex to you because if she isn't a prostitute she shouldn't expect any money after sex or get moody because you didn't give her money after sex. Back to our issue in Chiredzi. So these girls varikuramba vachingovhura hombe handititi. I am told one of those women who own small businesses that don't make any profits for survival and are backed by the old men as usual, went to Mzansi for a small order. Itype iya yemadhoiri iya. You know the type of businesses that I mean. Kkkkkk! seka hako HOTH. Do you really think someone can buy, rent or own a house in an affluent neighbourhood by selling herbal products, wigs, clothes, spices, phone pouches and so on? She left her boyfriend with the keys to her house with her boyfriend. Unfortunately, the boyfriend picked her best friend. You know those friends who don’t have the word no in their dictionaries. Those who can’t keep their legs closed or crossed whatever the case. So, the friend just popped around without any notice and found the two stark-naked. She was dumbfounded but ordered her friend to leave. So, she left but was feeling so guilty that when she got home she attempted to take her life. Akazoadmitwa pajenarari apo heee heee heee. Asi Chipiwa ka Mwari ave newe. Dzikama iwe uti Hlo. The Die is Cast! The Mirror has once again proved to be the premier vehicle for advertising and a trusted source of news this is according to the 2022 Zimbabwe All Media and Products Survey (ZAMPS) Advertisers grab this opportunity to grow your business by advertising with us! •Our readership has grown especially adult readership •We reach every corner of the country with our whatsApp News Groups •We are the fastest growing newspaper on digital platforms Book your advertising space now and move with the fastest growing paper in the country. Call our marketing team on : 0714812740/0775691380
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Local news Page7 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com GARIKAI MAFIRAKUREVA HARARE – Theft of title deeds from the Deeds Office and illegal sale of homes and land thereof is not limited to small time fraudsters from Mabvuku, Chitungwiza and other little places. It is big business that can involve whole Government institutions, Cabinet Ministers, Banks, board chairpersons and others as former Netone CEO Reward Kangai would testify. High ranking people and top law firms do gang up and snatch properties. The modus operandi is vicious and there can be blood on the carpet. Kangai, former NetOne CEO and a respected business executive was shown the door for blocking a group of powerful individuals from fraudulently taking over NetOne’s 131,371h Cleveland piece of land in Chikurubi, Harare despite NetOne holding a title deed to it. The value of the land deduced from the value of the 439 residential stands is US$26,3 million Kangai took the then Minister of Local Government, Ignatius Chombo; Bacnet Associates, a company owned by Charles Chombo and the Registrar of the Deeds Office to High Court for trying to snatch away the private land registered under Deed of Grant 13832. Charles Chombo also owned another company Palchin Associates which also owned stands on the Netone property. The High Court ruled in favour of Kangai and initially refused to grant the respondents leave to appeal to the Supreme Court because prospects of success were not there. The prime land was earmarked for the construction of a multi-million dollar NetOne headquarters and the State Procurement Board had actually authorized the project and Costain won the tender. The public project was scuttled as the wrangle raged on for eight years. Other prominent figures that featured in the illegal deal were Killian Mpingo, Permanent Secretary for Local Government who disregarded NetOne’s title deed and wrote letters to various stakeholders informing them that the land belonged to the Ministry of Local Government and P. Murombedzi, the director of planning at Harare City Council who approved Palchin Associates housing project plan on a of piece land he allegedly knew was owned by NetOne. The late Peter Chingoka who was chairman of Metbank had an interest in the deal and his wife Shirley Chingoka became one of the salesperson for the Cleveland residential stands. Alex Marufu was in December 2016 forced to resign and Chingoka appointed NetOne chairman, a strategic position from which he could wrestle the Cleveland piece of land from NetOne. Wilson Manase of Manase and Manase represented the respondents in the NetOne case. Manase was the chairman of Metbank. Southgate and Bancroft is the company that advertised the stands for sale. The players pushed the deal to a point where NetOne’s piece of land was subdivided and stands sold for US$60 000 each. The clients reached a dead end when they tried to get their titles from Bacnet and realized that the land actually belonged to NetOne. In an exclusive interview with The Mirror, Kangai said a portion of the property was issued a Certificate of Registered Title 4089/75 (CRT) in October 1975 as Stand 2 Cleveland Township of Lot A Chikurubi and was vested in the President of Rhodesia and his successors. It is now vested in the President of Zimbabwe. The land was used during the colonial era as a High Frequency (HF) transmitter station for communicating between the Federal capital of Salisbury and London. The transmitter station required big land for the Rhombic HF antennae. NetOne intended to establish Cleveland headquarters as the “Home for all Mobile Communications Solutions in Zimbabwe”. This was after the unbundling of the former Post and Telecommunication Corporation (PTC) in 2001. The company obtained State Procurement Board authorization for construction and Studio Arts as the Architect. Costain won the tender. The land is large enough for a solar power plant. The Ministry of Local Government declared Cleveland State land and subdivided it into 439 stands going for US$60 000. Efforts to get in touch with Shirley were futile. In 2009 Charles Chombo approached Nelson Chamisa then Minister of Information Communication Technology (ICT) and said NetOne was refusing to let his company access Cleveland land, which was duly allocated to Palchin Associates by Local Government Ministry. After consulting with Kangai, the ICT Ministry advised him accordingly that the land belongs to NetOne. “The matter appeared settled until I got a visit from a CID detective. He advised me that he was investigating complains from people who paid US$60 000 for stands at Cleveland but were failing to get title deeds. It appeared that those who had paid for the land had reported a company called Bacnet for failure to provide titles. “It’s not clear how the purported land allocation changed from Palchin Associates to Bacnet but Charles Chombo was at the centre. I showed him the title deeds under NetOne and he left my office. My response was also supported by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry Transport, Communication and Infrastructural Development, Partson Mbiriri. We all thought we had put the matter to rest. “I was surprised to receive a letter from Local Government inviting NetOne to a meeting on the Cleveland and I declined to attend. I received another letter on September 26, 2013 and Local Government claimed ownership of Lot A of Cleveland. I responded by re-stating NetOne’s position of ownership,” said Kangai. After a persistent manoeuvre by Charles Chombo, Kangai decided to settle the matter once and for all through the courts. He approached the High Court with the dispute. NetOne cited Bacnet Trading as first respondent, Minister Chombo as second and the Registrar of Deeds as the third. Kangai won the case but was forced to resign in March 2016 just as respondents were taking their case to the Supreme Court. “The High Court judge had earlier on refused to grant leave for appeal citing poor prospects for success. NetOne won the case but the first respondent appealed to the Supreme Court. I was forced out of NetOne before the matter was heard at the Supreme Court. “After my exit from NetOne, acting CEO Brian Mutandiro approached the Communications & Allied Industries Pension Fund, CAIPF, requesting to purchase Kopje Plaza, currently, the NetOne headquarters but owned by CAIPF. Thankfully, CAIPF rejected the request. “Given the MetBank connection on Cleveland NetOne and Mr Chingoka’s Chairmanship of NetOne, it stands to reason that he was still pursuing the Cleveland land, hence the push on the acting CEO to purchase Kopje Plaza, instead of using the funds to develop Cleveland. “In conclusion, I believe the tentacles of that Bank are very wide.,” added Kangai. Kangai recounts how NetOne nearly lost US$26m land to fraud Alex Marufu. Peter Chingoka. Reward Kangai. Ignatius Chombo.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 8 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com Business News ELLEN MLAMBO MIRROR REPORTER HARARE - The creditors’ voting process to decide the future of indebted sugar producer Tongaat Hulett’s South Africa operations that was scheduled to take place today has been postponed. This emerged at the second Edition of the company Editors’ Breakfast held in Harare today. The operation which is under Business Rescue has a debt of approximately ZAR900 million. Two proposals were supposed to be made today in a meeting that would have seen creditors vote on a buyer for the company. A pending court case forced the process to next week. Hippo Valley Estates and Triangle Operations MD/CEO, Aiden Mhere told editors at the breakfast meeting that Zimbabwe, Botswana and Mozambique are not under Business Rescue. “Here we continue to operate normally, sugar mills are running and we are still harvesting cane. We anticipate to close the mills in the next week and half,” he said. "As you may all be aware, Tongaat Hulett Limited, our principal Stakeholder was searching for a strategic equity partner through a structured business rescue process led by Business Rescue Practitioners (BRPs). Initially, Kagera Sugar Company, a Tanzanian Company had been identified as a potential partner. "However, there has been some changes. The BRPs have now presented two amended business rescue plans for creditors' consideration and to provide creditors with the best possible outcome,” he said. Tongaat Hulett SA creditors’ vote postponed OFF Zimbabwe’s 2nd most widely read weekly paper (ZAMPS) Contact: Elizabeth Mashiri - +263 77 569 1380 Trevor Nyagura - +263 77 162 5821 Nomatter Mwanyisa - +263 71 481 2740 Advertise with The Mirror Vincent Kahiya. Dr Dahlia Garwe. Aden Mhere.
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The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Business news Page10 8 - 14 December 2023 vvwww.masvingomirror. com SYDNEY MUBAIWA MIDLANDS BUREAU CHIEF GWERU - Vungu Rural District Council (RDC) has proposed a ZWL$48 billion budget for 2024. The local authority’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Alex Magura told a full council meeting on Friday that the budget is increasing from ZWL$1.1 billion. He said the budget would prioritise unfinished projects. "We are proposing a ZWL$48 billion budget inclusive of Government grants and an expected internal revenue of ZWL$27 billion. "The Council intends to carry out water provision projects, health, education and road infrastructure. We are looking at continuing some unfinished projects,” he said. Magura added that they plan on constructing a clinic in Ward 18, rehabilitating a piped water scheme in the Ruby area in Ward 15 and drilling boreholes at several schools. The local authority had a 30% budget performance as of October 20, 2023, and Magura urged ratepayers to settle their water and rates bills. "The 2023 budget performed dismally at 30 % as of 30 October 2023. For devolution funds, only 25 % of the allocation was received. This meant that most planned projects could not take off. "The general economic environment has posed challenges which have impacted negatively on council operations. Low revenue inflows have made it difficult for the council to realise its plans. In addition, low disbursement of Government grants has had the same impact," he said. Vungu RDC proposes ZWL$48 billion budget A mandatory pre-tender site visit shall be held on the 3rd of January 2024 at 11 am at Rufaro High School. Mandatory requirements •A detailed company profile •Certificate of incorporation •Current tax clearance •Price quoted should be valid in USD •Proof of payment for the tender document of USD $20.00 •Proof of registration with State Procurement Board •At least three traceable reference with similar jobs and value •Tender documents should be submitted in triplicate Tender should be sealed in Khaki envelops and must be addressed to: The Procurement Committee Rufaro High School P O Box 92 Chatsworth Gutu CONSTRUCTION OF A GIRLS HOSTEL, PROVISION OF MATERIALS AND LABOUR AT RUFARO HIGH SCHOOL 01/2023 TENDER NUMBER DESCRIPTION INVITATION OF FORMAL TENDER The school is inviting Bidders from suitable qualified registered companies for the following: P O Box 92 Chatsworth Gutu Cell 0772785050 Email [email protected] Rufaro High School Alex Magura .
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Business news Page 11 8 - 14 December 2023 vvwww.masvingomirror.com ELLEN MLAMBO MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO - The Public Service Commission (PSC) will beginning has launched job fairs in which graduates and potential employers interact, Commissioner Temba Khombe has said. The event is held at the Museum of the African Liberation. Khombe said this at a graduation and prize-giving function at Alvord Campus where he was the guest of honour. Some 46 students from the College graduated with a Diploma in Community Development Studies. A job fair is an event where multiple recruiters, hiring managers and employers meet with potential employees in one convenient, neutral venue, such as a school or college. Companies save time and effort on recruiting by participating in these events. Some companies can hold interviews and recruit right there at the job fairs. “The inaugural job fair will be in Harare tomorrow (today). Ministries, Departments and agencies of Government will showcase their functions as well as the employment opportunities. “I encourage graduates to be on the lookout for opportunities to acquire first-hand information across ministries to have an appreciation of the possible career route one may choose to take in the Public Service,” he said. He said while jobs may be limited, possessing information empowers job seekers to position themselves to grab opportunities Khombe said the mandate of the PSC is to assist in the administration of Zimbabwe by ensuring that the government is well structured and resourced with a human capital component that is fit for purpose. Alvord Acting Principal Simbarashe Munamati said the mandate of his institution is to carry out training and development of various public servants in mandatory and reform-based courses as well as disseminating Government policies and programmes. Public Service Commission launches job fairs Commissioner Temba Khombe.
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The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 13 8 - 14 December 2023 vvwww.masvingomirror.com Agriculture News THERESA ZIBOWA MIRROR REPORTER CHIVHU— Chikomba Ward 21 Agricultural Extension (Agritex) Officer Lissom Mhlanga is the 2023 district Agritex officer. He received a Heifer, 25 kg seed from Seedco, a shovel, US$ 40, 10-day-old chicks, and a certificate at a ceremony at his homestead. Agritex Director Training and Information Sibangilizwe Dlodlo was the guest of honour. He was accompanied by Mashonaland East deputy director for crop production Leonard Munamati, Chikomba District Livestock specialist Cosmas Ratsakatika and Chikomba Agritex head Chiturike Pasipanodya. Prosper Chikeya was voted second. He received a solar irrigation system, 10kg seed from Seedco, a shovel, a certificate and US$10. Abide Machinga received two goats, 10kg seed from Seedco, a shovel, a certificate and US$10 for coming third. Runesu Masimba came fourth and received a goat, 10 kg Seedco, a shovel, a certificate and US$10. Elizabeth Maposa was adjudged fifth and took home a goat, five kg Seedco seed, a certificate, a shovel and US$10. Farai Chingarande was sixth. He received a goat, five kg Seedco seed, a certificate, a shovel and US$10. Shepherd Muzamindo came seventh and received a goat, five kg Seedco seed, a certificate, a shovel and US$10. Molline Chitungo was adjudged the best Agritex officers’ supervisor and she received US$20. One of the adjudicators Victor Gonga said Mhlanga was voted the best for his innovative projects and record-keeping. He said Mhlanga initiated several new projects and organic manure made from mulberry tree leaves. Dlodlo applauded the district officers for holding the award ceremony. He said that this motivates employees to give their best. “This event motivates extension officers. I also want to salute the Chikomba district for holding this event successfully. I believe this event will motivate other districts and provinces to do the same,” said Dlodlo The awards were sponsored by Chikomba West legislator and Minister of Information, Communication, Technology Postal and Courier Services (ICT) Tatenda Mavetera, Farm Shop, Farmer’s Choice, Vast Africa, Delta Beverages and Seedco. Mhlanga said he was elated to be adjudged Agritex district officer of the year. He said some of the projects he introduced include a siphon water system and organic manure. Ratsakatika said Chikomba has set the pace and such events will continue as they help the sector to achieve its agricultural set targets. He said the awards began last year as a means of motivating Agritex officers. ROSELINE MUTARE TWO NATIONS REPORTER GWANDA- Matabeleland South Province lost 2 944 cattle to drought in November alone, acting Provincial Agritex Director, Mkunjulelwa Ndlovu has said. He told Two Nations that the loss is a worrying indication of the forecasted El Nino. He said Bulilima District alone lost 1 134 cattle. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development Professor, Obert Jiri said they deployed teams to assist farmers in Mat South. “As Government, we heard about cattle stuck in mud in the Matabeleland South region. Our rescue team is down there making water accessible. We are not stopping to assist those communities that are affected. We will ensure both people and livestock have access to water,” he said. Ndlovu added that the most affected areas are communal lands where seasonal grazing lands dry up. “The majority of dams are drying up and muddy. This affects livestock in Bulilima, Gwanda, Matobo, Mangwe and Beitbridge. Farmers are facing serious challenges with water supply. “Farmers should drive animals to watering points. They should also supplement their feed with commercial stock feed and homemade mixes,” he said. The province lost 4 500 cattle to drought in 2019 while the national herd loss was 30 000. Chikomba awards 7 outstanding Agritex officers Mat South loses 2 944 cattle to drought CHIPINGE TIMES REPORTER CHIPINGE – The Minister of Provincial Affairs for Manicaland, Misheck Mugadza has called upon those distributing Government sponsored agricultural inputs not to exclude teachers. In addition to inputs, teachers must also be allocated land for farming, he said. He said there is no Government Policy that exclude teachers from the two benefits. He was speaking at Rimbi High School in Chipinge on Saturday during a belated Teachers’ Day Commemorations. His statement was greeted with wild cheering from the teachers. He said teachers are a critical component in the development of the country and are also involved in the farming hence they should also receive inputs. Mugadza said he received many complaints that teachers were being ex- cluded from the inputs scheme and condemned the discrimination. “I have heard complaints from teachers that they are not given inputs. That is not Government policy. Teachers must be given inputs,’’ he said. Deputy Minister of Primary and Sec- ondary Education, Angeline Gata, said teachers are welcome to the inputs pro- gramme rolled out by government. A teacher who spoke to this publication, Cames Dhliwayo, said it is sad to note that some view teachers as white collar workers who cannot be farmers. ‘’We are Zimbabweans. Land is for us all. It is very important that the Minister has articulated Government policy. After all, the president said no one should be left behind and this inclusivity should be our Bible,’’ he said. Teachers to get agric inputs – Minister Mugadza Lissom Mhlanga (in suit) poses for a pic with other winners.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 14 8 - 14 December 2023 vvwww.masvingomirror.com Education News Vic Junior tops 2023 Zimsec Grade 7 results SIMBARASHE MTEMBO MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – Victoria Junior Primary School has the best Grade 7 School results in Masvingo District judging by the number of pupils with six straight units. These are results for the 2023 October examinations released by the Zimbabwe Schools Examination Center this week. Vic Junior has 23 candidates with six units each and at number 2 is Helen McGhie with 16 pupils who got six units. Shakashe is third with 12 candidates, traditional powerhouse, ZRP Zimuto is at number 4 with eight candidates and Gokomere which for many years was the province’s best primary school is at number 5 with 7 candidates who got 6 units. Rujeko and Renco Primary are tied on position 6 with 6 candidates with six units. Burombo and Runyararo are tied at number 8 with 5 pupils with 6 units each. Francis Aphiri and Kyle Preparatory are at number 10 with three candidates with six units each. This is from a preliminary review of results provided by the Provincial Education Director (PED) Shylatte Mhike to The Mirror yesterday. The results also show that girls performed far better than boys with 68 girls getting six straight units while only 38 boys did the same. At Vic Junior 13 girls against 10 boys got 6 units; Hellen McGhie 9 girls against 7 boys; Shakashe 8 boys against 4; ZRP Zimuto 6 girls against 2 boys and Gokomere all 7 are girls. Masvingo, Morgenster CPS, Mutatiri, Nemazuwa, Nemamwa, Runyararo Ad- ventist and Njovo primary schools each have a candidate acing the exams. Vic Junior head Rameck Mashuro
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Education news Page 15 8 - 14 December 2023 vwww.masvingomirror.com THERESA ZIBOWA MIRROR REPORTER CHIKOMBA - Daramombe High School in Chikomba raised the Zimbabwe flag high when its team won the National School Quiz Championships (NSQC) held at the University of Botswana in Botswana over the weekend. In addition to being the overall winner of the competition, three Daramombe students will receive US$15 000 scholarships each, bringing the total they raked to US$45 000. The scholarships will allow them to study in India. The Quiz Competition which brought together several countries including Eswatini and Lesotho is sponsored by EDOOFA of India. Botswana was represented by Gaborone International School. Daramombe head, Amos Takatya could not hide his joy at the achievement when he talked to The Mirror in an interview. He said he was humbled by the team’s performance. The tournament ran from 2 to 3 December 2023. Daramombe was selected for the international competition after winning the national competitions and the team is led by one of the school teachers, Ndaizivei Shasha. The quiz had a range of questions including academia, culture and sports. Daramombe excelled in the round of sudden death against the hosts. The full Daramombe team is Gatsi Ashley, Huni Samuel, Sibanda Thabo, Takatya Minerva, Juawao Anisha, and Shekienda Rashid. “I am greatly humbled by the performance of the team. I had faith in them right from the beginning. I want to thank them for flying our banner higher as a school and as able representatives of Zimbabwe. To the patron , l want to say keep the reigns tight as you soar higher with your team. Keep the mental gymnastics, a culture that will always be inscribed on the history of our great institution,” said Takatya. Daramombe pupils snatch US$45k scholarships at quiz competition The winning Daranombe team poses for apic with their award. Team coach Ndaizivei Shasha (right) poses for a pic with the trophy and a fellow teacher.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 16 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com Crime and Courts News ALVINA CHIWANIKA MIRROR REPORTER SHURUGWI – A Shurugwi man suddenly ran amok and stabbed a patron who was playing snooker with a home-made knife. The incident happened at Blooming Lily Tuckshop at …… in Shurugwi on ………. Morris Gabi (23) of Munyanyi village, Chief Nhema Shurugwi was drinking beer and playing snooker at Blooming lily Tuckshop with a friend. Lovemore Kizito (27) of Makusha township Shurugwi arrived behaving violently while welding a sharp a knife. Without saying anything he went for the two and they ran away with him in hot pursuit. He stabbed Gabi once on the back and he fell to the ground. The suspect fled and members of the public chased and apprehended him after a long chase. Emmanuel Mahoko, the Midlands spokesperson confirmed the incident and appealed to members to respect sanctity of life. Man runs amok, stabs patron with a knife SIMBARASHE MTEMBO MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – A video in which Nyasha Chabika (24), is allegedly seen licking Flora Tofa’s (24) private part was allegedly recorded at the late Simbarashe Langton Madima’s residence during a birthday party in June this year. Madima was a Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) law student. He died in a road accident that also claimed Afro-pop artist Garry Mapanzure in October. Nyasha and Flora appeared before Masvingo Magistrate Elizabeth Hanzi on Monday-she granted them ZWL$100 000 bail each. Three lawyers, Collen Maboke of Ruvengo, Maboke and Company, Tatenda Nyoka of Muzenda and Chitsama Law Firm, and Philip Shumba of Mutendi, Mudisi, and Shumba Legal Practitioners represented Nyasha and Flora. The two are charged with publishing the video contrary to unconfirmed reports that the charges are homosexual-related. The Zimbabwean law criminalises samesex marriages and is silent on same-sex relations. The actual charge they are facing is violating Section 13 (1) of the Censorship and Entertainment Act, Chapter 10:04. They will be back in court on December 18, 2023. Nyasha is the daughter of a Glory Temple pastor and once worked at Chicken Inn. Circumstances are that a birthday party took place at Madima’s residence in Morningside on an unknown date in June 2023. The two allegedly retreated to a room in the house and recorded themselves engaged in the sexual act. The video was shared last Monday. Sex video was recorded at a birthday party
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 17 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror. com SYDNEY MUBAIWA MIDLANDS BUREAU SHURUGWI – Police in the Midlands has arrested a Shurugwi man who allegedly murdered his wife for stealing his US$250. Lonyaka Mulambi (43) of Dlemiti Village, Chief Nhema in Shurugwi was arrested on Saturday for allegedly killing Runyararo Midzi. Midlands Provincial Police Spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko said Midzi’s lifeless body was found by her stepdaughter (14) on last Friday morning. Circumstances are that the girl was on her way to school. She knocked on Midzi’s door and after getting no response opened it. The girl found Midzi’s lifeless body lying on the floor. Her hands and legs were tied to the bed with rope. She alerted neighbours who rushed to the scene and reported the matter at ZRP Tongogara. Police details noted that Midzi’s body had a deep cut in the stomach. They also found a note allegedly written by Mulambi stating that he murdered her because she had stolen his money. Mulambi was arrested on Saturday around 6pm after he was found sleeping in a bush near his homestead. Mahoko appealed to the public to desist from resorting to violence when solving disputes. "We are appealing to the public to desist from resorting to violence whenever they try to solve disputes. Violent cases usually result in loss of precious life," he said. Shurugwi man kills wife over US$250 MIRROR REPORTERS MASVINGO – The Zimbabwe Association of Church-related Hospitals (ZACH) is conducting the Start, Awareness, Support and Action (SASA) program where it is engaging community and religious leaders over Gender Based Violence (GBV). The world is commemorating the 16 days of Activism Against GBV that runs annually from November 25-December 10. This year’s commemorations are under the theme: Unite! Invest to Prevent Violence against Women and Girls. An engagement meeting took place last Thursday at the Better School Program (BSPZ) building in Mucheke, Masvingo with councillors, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO), the Ministry of Health and Childcare, the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, the Zimbabwe Republic Police and other stakeholders in attendance. ZACH programme officer Precious Kahungwa said that they are engaging stakeholders from Masvingo Urban Wards 1 and 7 and Masvingo Rural Wards 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 30 and 32 are where GBV cases are prevalent. “We are conducting engagement meetings with community and religious leaders on GBV and how it is affecting girls and women,” she said. SASA is a four-tier project which entails knowing what GBV is and speaking out about the abuse. The second phase is awareness-raising awareness about GBV, its forms, causes and effects. The third phase, support entails coming together of the victims, perpetrators and those raising awareness to fight GBV. The final stage, action is a sustainable phase that entails getting the power to help each other end GBV. Speakers at the engagement included Masvingo District Medical Officer Dr Tinashe Muswe. She urged patients to report if they are ill-treated at medical facilities. “You should report if you are ill-treated at any medical facility. We have a code of conduct. If a patient does not have a Police report the least we can do is arrest the bleeding. Our staff is trained and will not disclose confidential information to anyone,” she said. Kahungwa said the SASA program began in 2021 and ends this year. “The first cycle of the program ran from 2018-2020. The second phase is ending this year having begun in 2021. We hold these engagements quarterly,” she said. ZACH engages community leaders over GBV Precious Kahungwa. We are more than just a school,we are tomorrow Call for registration 0779556501 0778728080 Conical Tower Academy @ConicalTowerAcademy STAGE 1- 5 ENROLLMENT WHAT WE OFFER Cambridge Curriculum Day Care High Pass rate Day & Boarding School High moral values & Character Building Talent identification and nurturing Career Guidance Full time resident Chaplains ENROLL NOW OPEN FOR 2024 Conical Tower Academy
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 18 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com Political News MIRROR REPORTER GUTU – CCC party members throughout Gutu Central were allegedly denied agricultural inputs distributed by Zanu PF councillors on different dates last month. CCC supporters from the constituency’s 11 wards told The Mirror that their names did not appear on the lists allegedly prepared and approved under the instruction of Acting Chief Nyamandi born Siyano Machaya and Zanu PF councillors. “We supplied our names to village heads but we all got nothing,” said Enita Mukombe, a CCC women’s quarter candidate in the August elections. Masvingo Provincial Agriculture Extension (Agritex) Director Nobert Masiiwa said the list of beneficiaries must be drawn by Agritex assisted by traditional leaders. “The list of farmers who receive inputs is prepared by Agritex officers assisted by traditional leaders. The list is given to GMB which distributes the inputs to ward centres. I am not aware that the inputs were distributed on partisanship and besides these agricultural extension officers do not ask such information,” he said. Those who got the inputs were given 2kg of sorghum each. CCC Parliamentary candidate for Gutu Central in the August 23 elections, Matthew Takaona said politicisation of Government aid is illegal and a violation of human rights. He said the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) must be called in to investigate the complaints and bring culprits to book. “Distribution of Government aid must be based on a clear, fair and transparent criteria that is devoid of politics. This weaponisation of aid has gone on for far too long and the barbaric behaviour must be stopped,” said Takaona. Zanu PF Ward 35 Councillor, Benson Dandira denied the allegations. He said that allocation was based on lists provided by village heads. He however, would not say what criteria the village heads used. Soon after the August 2023 elections, Chief Nyamandi said in an interview recorded by The Mirror that CCC members would be excluded from Government aid to punish them for not voting President Emmerson Mnangagwa. He said he was drafting lists together with his village heads. Nyamandi also held a court on September 30, 2023, and openly instructed his village heads to deny CCC supporters Government aid. Called for comment, Nyamandi denied the allegations. Mukombe said CCC members went to distribution points like any other villager but none of them got inputs. “CCC members went to Chimunzwa Center where inputs were being distributed. The inputs were given to Zanu PF members only. If a Zanu PF member was left out by mistake, Dandira would intervene and give the member. The lists were carefully prepared to exclude anybody linked to the opposition,” said Mukombe Ward 9 Councillor George Dzinotizei said everyone benefited and if there are some people who didn’t receive the inputs, they should have talked to him. “Who has brought that information to you? From what I know, everyone benefitted, if there are people who were excluded, they should have notified me. No one came to me with that complaint meaning they all received the inputs, said Dzinotizei. CCC supporters denied inputs in Gutu Central Matthew Takaona.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 19 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com All roads lead to Gokomere Mission ROSELINE MUTARE MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – All roads lead to Gokomere Mission this Saturday as the Roman Catholic Church installs the second bishop for Masvingo Diocese. The Right Reverend Bishop Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa is being installed and thousands are expected to attend the event, the Diocese’s Vicar General Fr Samson Mutsvanga told The Mirror in an interview. Bishop Mupandasekwa became the second bishop of Masvingo after the diocese was established on 9 February 1999. Rt Rev Michael Dickson Bhasera was the first bishop and he headed the diocese until 19 July 2022 when Archbishop Robert Christopher Ndlovu took over on a caretaker basis. “As the Catholic Diocese of Masvingo, we are happy as we prepare for the installation of our new shepherd, the Right Reverend Bishop Mupandasekwa. “We are grateful and indebted to Bishop Emeritus Michael Dickson Bhasera the founding Bishop of the Diocese. We worked well with him,” said Fr Mutsvanga. Rt. Reverend Mupandasekwa was consecrated as the third Bishop of Chinhoyi Diocese on April 7, 2018. He held the position until September 15, 2023 when Pope Francis appointed him as the Masvingo Diocese head. The Masvingo born bishop also serves as the vice president of the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference (ZCBC) and ZCBC chairman for the Seminary Commission and a Seminary Board member. He was born at Tamirepi Village, Chief Mapanzure in Masvingo on April 28, 1970. He enrolled for his philosophical studies at the Major Seminary of Chishawasha in Harare. Bishop Mupandasekwa joined the religious family of the Redemptorists in 1996 and made his perpetual vows in 2001. He was ordained a priest in Hatcliffe, Harare on August 4, the same year. As a priest, Bishop Mupandasekwa held the following positions. 2001-2005 Parish Vicar in Mabvuku and Tafara in Harare 2001-2004 Master of Philosophy Degree in Theology (specialisation in Canon Law) at St Augustine’s College in South Africa. 2005-2007 Parish Priest of St. Gerard’s in Borrowdale, Harare 2007-2010 Licentiate in Moral Theology at the Pontifical Alphonsian Academy in Rome. 2010-2014 Pastor of St. Fidelis in Mabvuku and St. Alphonsus in Tafara. 2010-2014 Professor of Moral Theology at the Seminary of Chishawasha (Harare). 2010-2015 Professor of Moral Theology at Holy Trinity College (Harare) 2012-2014 Professor of Canon Law at Holy Trinity College. 2014-2015 Vice-Rector of Holy Trinity College. 2015-2018 Regional Superior of the Redemptorist Fathers in Harare Bishop Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa. Bishop Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa Installation Supplement
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Bishop Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa Installation Supplement Page 20 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com The Priest in Charge, Rev. Fr. James Magadzire, the Headmaster, Teachers Staff and Students wish to congratulate The Right Rev. Ray T. Mupandasekwa as the Shepherd of Masvingo Diocese. We welcome you to lead and guide us. May the Good Lord guide and protect you. “Pray always and never lose heart” (Luke 8:1) Right Rev Bishop Raymond T Mupanasekwa Congratulations
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Bishop Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa Installation Supplement Page 21 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com ST ANTHONY’S HIGH SCHOOL P BAG 101JERERA Telephone: 0737 522 629E-mail: [email protected] 3 KM WEST OF JERERA GROWTH POINT CONGRATULATIONS WE WELCOME YOU SEKURU The Priest in Charge, Rev Fr Mahefu, the Chaplin Rev Fr Chagonda, the Head Mr Mawana, the SDC, teaching and ancillary staff, parent and learners congratulate and heartily welcome the Right Rev Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa on his installation as the Shepherd of the Catholic Diocese of Masvingo on 9 December 2023 at Gokomere Mission. Right Rev Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Bishop Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa Installation Supplement Page22 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com Gutu Mirror Health Care (UK) Helping You Live Life The Way You Want Gutu Mirror Health Care GutuMirror www.gutumirrorhealthcare.co.uk Congratulations, Makorokoto, Amhlope! CONGRATULATIONS The management and staff of Gutu Mirror Health Care (UK) would like to express their heartfelt congratulations to His Right Rev. Mupandasekwa on his installation as the Bishop of Masvingo Diocese. This momentous occasion is a testament to your exceptional leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to serving the faithful in the region.Gutu Mirror Health Care (UK) recognizes the vital role that spiritual leaders play in promoting holistic well-being. Your appointment as the Bishop of Masvingo Diocese signifies a new chapter in your journey of guiding, inspiring, and nurturing the spiritual growth of the community. We extend our sincere appreciation for your tireless efforts in uplifting the lives of those entrusted to your care. Your wisdom, compassion, and guidance will undoubtedly have a profound impact on the spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of the community members. His Right Rev. Mupandasekwa CONGRATULATIONS The Priest in Charge, Parish Committee, the congregation welcome the Right Rev Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa to Masvingo Diocese. May the good Lord guide and protect you as you Shepherd his Church. Right Rev Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa The cathedral Administration, the Assistant Priest, the Parish Executive and the Faithful welcome the Right Rev Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa to Masvingo Diocese. May the good Lord guide and protect you as you Shepherd his Church.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Bishop Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa Installation Supplement Page23 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror. com The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) family including the Board, ExOfficio Director, Coordinator, Staff and Volunteer Justice and Peace Committees joins the Catholic Diocese of Masvingo in congratulating Rt Rev Raymond T Mupandasekwa on his installation as the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Masvingo. We wish him God's guidance and protection in his new assignment. Rt Rev Raymond T Mupandasekwa CONGRATULATIONS The Management and Staff of DOCZINE INVESTMENTS would like to extend their heartfelt congratulations to His Right Reverend Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa on his installation as the Catholic Bishop of Masvingo Diocese.We are honored to celebrate this momentous occasion with Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa and the entire Masvingo Diocese community. As a reputable establishment providing school and corporate wear, as well as home center services, we recognize and appreciate the significant role that the Catholic Church plays in our society.We wish Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa great success in his new role and pray for wisdom, guidance, and strength as he leads the faithful in the Diocese of Masvingo. May his leadership inspire and uplift the community, fostering spiritual growth and unity. DOCZINE INVESTMENTS Shop 2 Kubatana Centre Cnr Takawira/E.D Mnangagwa St Tel: +263 392 266049 / 2265295 For All Your School & Corporate Wear, Home Centre Congratulations, Makorokoro, Amhlope! HIS RIGHT REVEREND BISHOP RAYMOND MUPANDASEKWA CONGRATULATIONS 24 Hofmeyer Street Masvingo & 16967 Runyararo South West Masvingo Contacts 0392263001 / 0392277199 / 0717049318 CONGRATULATIONS His Right Rev Raymond Mupandasekwa. The Management and Staff of Family Pharmacy extend our heartfelt congratulations to His Right Rev Mupandasekwa on his esteemed installation as the Bishop of Masvingo Diocese. This significant appointment is a testament to your dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to your faith and community. Congratulations, Makorokoto, Amhlope! As you embark on this new chapter of your spiritual journey, we want to express our utmost support and well-wishes. May your tenure as the Bishop of Masvingo Diocese be filled with divine guidance, wisdom, and abundant blessings. Congratulations, Makorokoto, Amhlope! The Management and Staff of Makurira Memorial Clinic would like to extend their heartfelt congratulations to His Right Rev Raymond Mupandasekwa on his installation as the Bishop of Masvingo Diocese. This is a momentous occasion not only for His Right Rev Mupandasekwa but also for the entire community of Masvingo. As a healthcare institution deeply rooted in the local community, Makurira Memorial Clinic recognizes the vital role that spiritual leaders play in the well-being of individuals and the community as a whole. We believe that the appointment of His Right Rev Mupandasekwa as the Bishop of Masvingo Diocese will bring about positive change and spiritual guidance for the people of Masvingo. MAKURIRA MEMORIAL CLINIC CELL: +263 773 397 731 MASVINGO Email: [email protected] ZIMBABWE FAX: +263-39-2265781 P. O. BOX 465 TEL: +263-39-2263460/2264919 7 SIMON MUZENDA STREET CONGRATULATIONS His Right Rev Mupandasekwa.
The Rector, Principal, Management Board, Lecturers and Students of Bondolfi Teachers College congratulate and welcome the Right Rev Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa on his installation as the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Masvingo. Titambire, Welcome, Siyakuyamuklela CONGRATULATIONS Right Rev Bishop Raymond Mupandasekwa The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Bishop Raymond Tapiwa Mupandasekwa Installation Supplement Page24 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Page 25 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror. com MESSENGER OF COURT CHIREDZI FOR THE PROVINCE OF MASVINGO PUBLIC AUCTION SALE IN EXECUTION TO BE HELD AT OUR OFFICE NO. 76 KNOBTHORN ROAD. CHIREDZI, ON SATURDAY 16 DECEMBER 2023 AT 1200AM IN THE MATTER BETWEEN: Pfekeche vs Ishmael Pfekeche And Another Case No. MSVPCG296/23 Items: Brown bull, black cow, black heifer and black ox Pedzisai Mufara vs Bernard Tapera Case No. CHD CG 65/23 Items: Toyota Grand Hiece Solomon Muchebve vs Brenda Dhaka Case No.GL197/22 Items: T-shirts, vest, Jeans, Trousers, Dresses, belts, handbags, satchels, pushes, pair of shoes etc. Cards: usd 15 with usd 10 Refundable and for Grand Hiece usd 510 with usd 500 Refundable after all conditions are met. Contact: S.Svuvure : Messenger of court Chiredzi on +263772661619, +263772398772 and 0312563 NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late NYASHA HOVE who died on 27 NOVEMBER 2023 at MASVINGO PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL. All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to lodge them in detail 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 any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver the same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: SANDRA HOVE, 36 BAHUNIA, WESTONLEE, MASHAVA. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late OSCAR HLOKA who died on 7 NOVEMBER 2023 at CHIREDZI. All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to lodge them in detail 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 any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver the same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: JESSIE HLOKA, 490 BAUHINIA ROAD CHIREDZI. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late NICHOLAS GARAUZIVE who died on 26 MAY 2003 at MASVINGO. All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to lodge them in detail 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 any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver the same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: TAKUDZWA GARAUZIVE, 19404 ZVITA STREET RUJEKO C, MASVINGO. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late LEOPOLD PFUKWA who died on 14 NOVEMBER 2023 at MASVINGO. All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to lodge them in detail 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 any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver the same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: TAWEDZERWA PFUKWA, 20589 NZUNGU STREET RUJEKO C, MASVINGO. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS AND DEBTORS AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the estate of the late ELIOT DENHERE who died on 8 AUGUST 1997 at BULAWAYO. All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to lodge them in detail 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 any property belonging or relating to this estate are required to deliver the same forthwith to the undersigned. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: LOVENESS NDLOVU, HOUSE No. 3547 MUSANETA ST RUJEKO A, MASVINGO. LIQUIDATION AND DISTRIBUTION ACCOUNTS LYING FOR INSPECTION In the estate of the late ALOUIS TAVARUVA MUTIWANYUKA who died on 29 OCTOBER 2011 at HARARE. Notice is hereby given that the first and final liquidation and or distribution account in the above estate will be lying for inspection for a period of 21 days of publication and those who are 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 inspection payments and or distribution will be made in accordance therewith. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: CONSTANTINE M MUTIWANYUKA, 7157 TARGET KOPJE, MASVINGO. LIQUIDATION AND DISTRIBUTION ACCOUNTS LYING FOR INSPECTION In the estate of the late MAFIRA MAKUSHA who died on 5 JANUARY 2021 at MASHAVA. Notice is hereby given that the first and final liquidation and or distribution account in the above estate will be lying for inspection for a period of 21 days of publication and those who are 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 inspection payments and or distribution will be made in accordance therewith. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: 16 VICTORY CLOSE, TEMERAIRE MASHAVA. LIQUIDATION AND DISTRIBUTION ACCOUNTS LYING FOR INSPECTION In the estate of the late HENRY MUNGONDORI who died on 21 AUGUST 2023 at CHIREDZI. Notice is hereby given that the first and final liquidation and or distribution account in the above estate will be lying for inspection for a period of 21 days of publication and those who are 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 inspection payments and or distribution will be made in accordance therewith. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: SUSAN MUNGONDORI, 9353 WOODPECKA DRIVE CHIREDZI. LIQUIDATION AND DISTRIBUTION ACCOUNTS LYING FOR INSPECTION In the estate of the late SHADRECK TERRY MUTUSVA who died on 20 AUGUST 2020 at CHIPINGE. Notice is hereby given that the first and final liquidation and or distribution account in the above estate will be lying for inspection for a period of 21 days of publication and those who are 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 inspection payments and or distribution will be made in accordance therewith. DATED AT MASVINGO THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 APPLICANT: ALICE MUTUSVA, 694A, PHASE2, CHECHECHE. THE MIRROR Join our Whatsapp groups or send a message via Whatsapp to 0717844390 Keep yourself posted on the latest stories and market news with
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Entertainment news Page 26 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com Entertainment News Avacancy has arisen for a school bus driver. Gutu P.O. Box 73 The Head Dewure High School Applications from persons meeting the above stated requirements, accompanied by a detailed curriculum th vitae, references and copies of qualifications, should be submitted not later than the 5 of January 2024, by 1600 hrs, in a sealed envelope to: -Performing any other duties that may be delegated from time to time at a boarding school. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES -Driving learners and school staff to sporting activities, seminars, tours, exhibitions, camping -Keeping a proper record of vehicle records, log books, tools and accessories -Keeping proper care and maintenance of vehicles -Reporting when vehicles are due for service, repair, and renewal of licenses -have at least 5 years' working experience in school bus operations. Interested applicants should: -be in possession of a clean driver's license with a valid defensive certificate -be between the ages of 35 to 55 years N.B. Knowledge in basic bus maintenance and being a practicing member of The Churches of Christ are added advantages. Dewure High School is a boarding school under the Churches of Christ Mission. It is situated in Gutu district and has an enrolment of over 850 learners. The school prides in a number of vehicles including an old and a modern bus. TRYMORE TAGWIREI MIRROR REPORTER MASVINGO – Caravan Park Masvingo has introduced Caps and Shorts, an outdoor fiesta slated for next Saturday at Mtirikwi Dam. The day’s festivities will be capped with a show headlined by Jah Signal, Kinnah and Trevor Dongo at Caravan Park. Caravan Park spokesperson Tavita Mpala said the event is to allow revellers to party in the summer and improve domestic tourism. She added that the US$5 ticket would gain one entrance to the lake festivities and the after-show. The fiesta will begin at Tambai Lakeside Park at noon and entrance for children under 12 years is free. Some of the lined-up events include lakeside parties, bush parties, fishing, dipping pool, quad bikes, jumping castle, fun shoot, GZ monuments tour, scenic drives and lion viewing. "Caps and shorts is a new concept. It's summer and we have chosen Caps and Shorts as an easy and comfortable outdoor dress code. We also aim to attract traffic to Lake Mtirikwi and Great Zimbabwe Monuments amongst other attractions," she said. Contact us on 0775250824 0775250824 We deal with: 2. Stone cheaper 1. Cracks We operate at Belmont Press Complex opposite OK, Masvingo Windscreen Stopper For All motor vehicles Our services are always available. Caravan Park brings caps and shorts to Masvingo Trevor Dongo.
The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Entertainment news Page 27 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com ROSELINE MUTARE TWO NATIONS REPORTER BEITBRIDGE – Eighty-four youth have been nominated in 30 categories for Friday’s Sundrive Coalition organised Beitbridge Arts Awards at Purple Hearts. Coalition director Innocent Chenjerai told Two Nations that the ceremony runs from 5 pm and voting is ongoing on their social media platforms. He said the second edition of the annual awards is running under the theme: #ZWA HASHU (It is ours). “The theme means that we are celebrating our cultural diversity, the untapped inheritance that is in Beitbridge,” he said. Gwanda-based businessman Coaster Ncube will be the guest of honour. Regular tickets are ZAR100, while VIP tickets are ZAR200. VVIP tickets which cover refreshments are ZAR300. Award categories include best music video, best make-up artist, best cake designer, best short film, media personality, Media Company, radio personality, talent promoter, MC of the year, most improved artist of the year, music artist and music video of the year. Chenjerai added that veteran artists will be honoured for inspiring youth and teaching them to be innovative. Second Beitbridge ArtsAwards this Friday Poetry Corner With Peter Marimi Just because she is a woman You say she is your beloved wife, Man and woman made one for life, Your darling, your other precious half, The other half you now treat like chaff. Tears of sorrow her daily bread, Your homecoming a time to dread, When you come to inflict more pain, As your countless blows on her rain, Demanded sex she is free to refuse, Forcing her to give in is sexual abuse, Just because she is a woman. You say she is your daughter so lovely. Is she really when she is so lonely? A victim of parental rape stigmatized, Raped by dad she is traumatised. Her lips forever sealed by dear mother, Dad she will not report to any other. A painful permanent scar on her heart, A permanent scar on her body part, Just because she is a woman. You say she is your studious student. Raping your student was not prudent. A thigh for a pass you always expect, For your girl student no respect. Hunted by you the bird of prey, Flashing cash you tempt her to stray. Hungry she gives in to temptation, Desperate she gives in in desperation, Just because she is a woman. You say she is your industrious workmate, Yet she is just your sexual ornament, A sexual ornament to adorn the workplace, A sexual toy enjoyed by the heartless. The male workmate nothing but a bully, A male most cruel not matured fully, Treating females like mere possessions, Possessions enjoyed at pleasure sessions, Just because she is a woman.
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The Mirror: Ihwai nekuhwikwa Sport News Page 29 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com Luis Rubiales accused by FA Chair of inappropriately touching England players at World Cup final English Football Association (FA) chair Debbie Hewitt accused Luis Rubiales of inappropriately touching England players at the FIFA World Cup final in Australia. The claims became public on Wednesday after FIFA published its reasons for banning the disgraced former Royal Spanish Football Federation president from “all football-related activities” for three years - a decision handed down in October. Hewitt, who was standing next to Rubiales at the post-match medal ceremony in August, made a series of claims noting his tone had been “unpleasant and unnecessarily aggressive” at being told by officials not to move to a more prominent position. Pachuca's Jenni Hermoso, left, controls the ball during a Mexican women's soccer league match against Pumas at the Miguel Hidalgo Stadium in Pachuca, Mexico, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo) Jennifer Hermoso says that she has received threats after Luis Rubiales’ unwanted kiss According to FIFA, Hewitt said Rubiales “cupped and stroked the face of the English player Laura Coombs, which [the chair of the FA] thought was slightly odd and then he seemingly forcefully kissed the English player Lucy Bronze on her face.” ‘Deeply uncomfortable’ Hewitt added she “felt deeply uncomfortable and embarrassed” at the way Rubiales greeted the Spanish players, which included tapping one on the bottom. She also noted Rubiales kissing Spanish player Jennifer Hermoso “fully and forcibly on the mouth,” which left her “slightly shocked” as it was clear to Hewitt the incident was not consensual. “The aggression and force seemed inappropriate and out of place,” added Hewitt. Rubiales, 46, had described the kiss as “mutual” – a claim Hermoso denied, saying she did not consent and was not respected. FA Chair Debbie Hewitt during the Euro 2028 and Euro 2032 hosts announcement ceremony at the UEFA Headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland. The UK and Ireland will host Euro 2028, UEFA has confirmed. Picture date: Tuesday October 10, 2023. FA Chair Debbie Hewitt said she “felt deeply uncomfortable and embarrassed” at the way Rubiales greeted the Spanish players, which included tapping one on the bottom. In his response, according to FIFA, Rubiales said it was “disgusting” Hewitt depicted him as “some sort of creep,” accused her of blatant “lies,” said she “speaks from ignorance” and that her overall statement “does a disservice to her position as chair of the English FA.” FIFA dismissed Rubiales’ assessment in conclusion, saying it had no reason to doubt Hewitt’s observations. It also noted that at no time did Rubiales explicitly apologize for his actions, instead merely stating they “should not have happened.” Rubiales was also seen grabbing his crotch while celebrating Spain’s win, the decision states. The disciplinary panel said Rubiales’ behavior was “inexcusable and unacceptable.” SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 20: FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura shakes hands with Salma Paralluelo of Spain duirng the award ceremony following the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Final match between Spain and England at Stadium Australia on August 20, 2023 in Sydney / Gadigal, Australia. (Rubiales’ unwanted kiss on Jennifer Hermoso ‘derailed’ joy of Spain’s Women’s World Cup success, says FIFA Secretary General The Committee stressed “it was tempted to impose more severe sanctions in view of the seriousness and gravity of the incidents at stake as well as of the profound negative impact that the Respondents actions had on the image of FIFA, women’s football and women’s sport in general. “However and even with strong hesitations, the Disciplinary Committee was satisfied that the imposition of such a measure would serve the necessary deterrent effect upon the Respondent.” Rubiales is currently under investigation for “the crimes of sexual assault and coercion,” in a case being brought by Spanish prosecutors. He resigned in September after weeks of refusing to step down. He appeared in court last month after which the Spanish Prosecutor’s office said Rubiales had answered questions from the judge and all parties involved and denied the charges. In response to his three year ban, Rubiales said on social media in October that he was going to appeal FIFA’s decision “so that justice is served and the truth shines.” https://edition.cnn.com/2023/12/07/ sport/luis-rubiales-england-playersworld-intl-spt/index.html Luis Rubiales.
THE Sport THE Mirror 8 - 14 December 2023 www.masvingomirror.com masvingo mirror masvingomirror THERESA ZIBOWA MIRROR REPORTER CHIKOMBA - Chikomba Rural District Council (RDC) chairperson Israel Dhikinya has castigated ZIFA for deducting 12 points from Chivhu Football Club which was at the top of the Eastern Region Division 2 log thereby depriving the small transit town of Division One football. Chivhu FC then fell to number two with 32 points at the end of the season. The points were deducted for failure to pay affiliation fees to the motherboard. Dhikinya was speaking at the burial ceremony of one of Zimbabwe’s top goalkeepers George Chigova at Garwe Stadium He described ZIFA as a failed organization that has run down football in the country and is also failing to honour football legends. The message was received with vociferous applause from the crowd that had gathered for the event Also present were soccer greats, Kham Billiat and Norman Mapeza. Chigova succumbed to heart failure on November 15, 2023, while in South Africa where he played for Supersport United in the South African Premiership. He was buried in Chivhu. The deduction of the points came when Chivhu sat at the top and was just waiting for official confirmation that they had been promoted into Division One. Rusununguko which was in position two with 32 points and second on goal difference then shot to position one and has since been promoted into Division One. ZIFA deducted points accumulated from unaffiliated teams from all clubs when the season was way over. The unaffiliated teams were Orange View, Auto Beatrice, Kotwa United, and St Lucy.. “I am unhappy with the way ZIFA administration is running down soccer. ZIFA is the major reason why our national team always fails. Recently, ZIFA robbed our local team and denied Chivhu FC promotion to D1,” said Dhikinya. Chivhu FC has since lodged a complaint with ZIFA against the decision. Dhikinya promised that Chikomba District would host a football tournament every year in memory of Chigova. ZIFA robbed Chikomba of top football – RDC chairman Chivhu Football Club.