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Zimbabwe High Court Calls for Increased Sentencing Powers for Regional Magistrates

A Zimbabwean High Court criticized a regional magistrate's 10-year sentence for two armed robbers who terrorized a primary school in Norton, highlighting a legislative gap where regional magistrates' sentencing powers (12 years) are capped below the new sentencing guidelines' 20-year presumptive pen...

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Zimbabwe's ZCTU Declares 2024 a Disaster for Workers, Threatens 2025 Action

The Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) declared 2024 a disastrous year for workers due to low wages (US$300 vs. poverty datum line of over US$500), hyperinflation, failing healthcare, and government's punitive tax reforms, including taxes on fast food, betting, and plastic bags, hinting at pot...

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IOM and Zimbabwe Strengthen Partnership to Leverage Migration for Development

IOM Director General Amy Pope's visit to Zimbabwe aims to enhance the 40-year partnership focused on utilizing migration as a development tool, addressing climate change displacement, and supporting returning migrants. Discussions with government officials centered on leveraging migration for develo...

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UK and US Sanction British-Kenyan Businessman for Illicit Gold Trade

The UK and US sanctioned British-Kenyan businessman Kamlesh Pattni for alleged involvement in illicit gold trade, citing his role in Kenya's Goldenberg scandal and his links to Zimbabwe's gold mafia, aiming to disrupt his network and deter future such activities.

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Pakistan's Spinners Power Emphatic Win Over Zimbabwe in First T20I

Pakistan defeated Zimbabwe by 57 runs in the first T20I on Sunday, with Sufiyan Muqeem and Abrar Ahmed taking three wickets each, while Haris Rauf broke a Pakistan T20 record; Zimbabwe's fielding errors also played a role.

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Harare Faces Severe Water Crisis Amidst Damaged Equipment and Pollution

Harare, Zimbabwe, is experiencing a severe water shortage affecting many suburbs due to insufficient pumping capacity, damaged equipment from a recent power surge, and pollution in Lake Chivero. Mayor Jacob Mafume requested government aid to increase daily water supply by 500 megaliters.

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"Zimbabwe Senate Approves Death Penalty Abolition Bill"

"Zimbabwe's Senate approved a bill to abolish the death penalty, potentially freeing over 60 death row inmates; President Mnangagwa, who opposes capital punishment, is expected to sign it into law."

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Beitbridge Border Post Modernization: Reduced Crossing Times and Enhanced Trade

The $300 million Beitbridge Border Post modernization project, completed ahead of schedule, reduced crossing times by over 70%, curbing illicit trade and boosting Zimbabwe's tax revenue, showcasing successful public-private collaboration.

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Zimbabwe High Court Rules Against Abortion Ban for Rape Victims and Underage Girls

Zimbabwe's High Court declared unconstitutional a law prohibiting abortion for women raped by their husbands and girls under 18, citing the criminalization of marital rape and sex with minors; the ruling, if approved by the Constitutional Court, could significantly reduce unsafe abortions and relate...

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Global Gag Rule Threatens Healthcare Access in Zimbabwe

The article explores the potential consequences of reinstating the global gag rule on access to healthcare services, particularly for women, in Zimbabwe and other countries.

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