Zimbabwe National Army director of education Colonel Jonathan Willie Enias Hungwe who died last Thursday will be buried in Chivi today. He was 58. Rtd Brig General Hungwe, whose Chimurenga name was ‘Zvichanaka Chete’, died at a private hospital in Harare after a short illness. A funeral parade in his honour was held last Friday at One Commando Barracks. Cde Josiah Hungwe who was uncle to Col Hungwe described him as a family unifier. Born on December 31, 1956 in Chivi District, Masvingo, the late senior officer did his Sub A to Standard 3 in Mberengwa before attending Lower Gweru Mission in 1968 for Standard 4 and 5. He proceeded to Wanezi Mission for secondary education before joining the liberation struggle as a ZANLA cadre in 1977. He received military training in Mozambique and operated in the Gaza Province until ceasefire. Col Hungwe was awarded several medals and took part in the Mozambique and DRC campaigns. He is survived by wife, Violet and five children.
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- Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe is scheduled to appear in the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court today, Tuesday, 3 March 2026
- Martyrs Day is a confirmed national public holiday in Malawi. It is observed every year on 3 March. For 2026, the holiday falls on Tuesday, 3 March, and is a day off for the general population.
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- Gang has police links: Daniel Munyanyi (50) was arrestedby members of the public at Nyika Growth point while hiding. On Sunday, 1 March 2026, two detectives from the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Harare CID Homicide Division were fatally shot by a suspected armed robber in Zaka, Masvingo Province. The deceased have been identified as Bernard Chindeke (38) and McKenzie Chitowe (42). The shooting occurred in Ndume Village, Chimedza area, under Chief Ndanga. The detectives had tracked two armed robbery suspects to the village. They successfully apprehended one suspect in the early hours of Sunday morning. However, the second suspect opened fire on the officers during the operation. Detective Chindeke died instantly at the scene. Detective Chitowe was rushed to Ndanga Referral Hospital and later transferred toward Masvingo Provincial Hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries en route. Police have launched an intensive manhunt for the remaining suspect, identified as Daniel Munyanyi (50) of Ndume Village. Waterfalls Armed Robbery (Feb 27): At approximately 2:00 AM, the gang targeted a residence in Retreat, Waterfalls. They wore police uniforms and balaclavas, arming themselves with a pistol and iron bars.They forced entry, held a woman at gunpoint, and stole US$15 (with a total loss of US$30 reported). During the robbery, they claimed to have already shot the victim’s father in a separate incident. Polokwane Bar Robbery (February 28, 2026): The gang targeted Polokwane Bar in Vantage, Spitzkop. Modus Operandi: Armed with a pistol, knife, and taser while wearing balaclavas. Outcome: They stole US$700 from the premises. When patrons attempted to intervene, the gang shot one man in the buttock and stabbed three others. Daniel Munyanyi (30): Arrested in the Nyika Area of Bikita by members of the public while in hiding. The firearm used in the murders was recovered. Accomplices: Aphel Muzanenhamo Chiro (34), Nashe Gasva (18), Hughsters Chiro (24), and Spencer Madimutsa appeared in a Harare court.
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- Starlink’s Direct to Cell service is rolling out in phases, beginning with 2024 testing, launching commercially with text and emergency services in 2025, and expanding to 5G-like data capabilities with partner carriers in 2026. Global expansion includes partnerships with Deutsche Telekom for European markets, Airtel Africa for 14 African nations, and continued rollouts in Japan, Australia, and Canada. Nigeria, Kenya, Zambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Niger, Chad, Madagascar, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Pending licencing: Tanzania, Uganda, Gabon, Republic of Congo, Seychelles. Under Negotiation: Ghana, Ivory Coast, Senegal, Zimbabwe. Restricted: South Africa, Ethiopia, Eritrea.
- the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) is shifting its strategy to support the transition from fossil fuel vehicles to Electric Vehicles (EVs) and New Energy Vehicles (NEVs). The iCAUR V23 (the retro-styled electric adventure SUV from Chery’s iCAUR sub-brand) is set to arrive in South Africa in May 2026. the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) is shifting its strategy to support the transition from fossil fuel vehicles to Electric Vehicles (EVs) and New Energy Vehicles (NEVs). The agency is exploring several ways to deliver this infrastructure, including: Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Collaborating with private entities. Special Purpose Vehicles: Creating dedicated commercial models for delivery. Stakeholder Consultation: Sanral is currently consulting with stakeholders to finalize policy changes that will allow these facilities to be integrated into existing and new road infrastructure.
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