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Mozambique says 5 citizens were killed in xenophobic attacks in Mossel Bay; South African police confirm only 2 deaths.
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Two other Mozambicans died in a road accident while fleeing back home.
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Violence began during an unauthorized anti-immigrant march in KwaNonqaba.
Zimbabwe politics
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Bill to extend President Mnangagwa’s term moves to second reading.
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67 MPs have been sued over the proposed extension.
Top Zimbabwe trending news
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Musician Winky D sets a new record: AI‑generated video “Chivanhu” hits 1 million views in 4 days 7 hours (fastest for a Zim video).
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Forced evictions in Stoneridge, Harare – a woman tearfully says homes were destroyed despite presidential promises; public anger at ZANU‑PF and alleged Chinese land deals.
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Top songs of 2026 so far include “Tsvodi,” “Wakabaka,” “Bhura Dhanzi,” and AI tracks like “Kure Kure.”
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Winky D holds 3 of top 4 spots on YouTube’s Zimbabwe trending music chart.
Key themes in Zimbabwe
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Music wins (Winky D’s record‑breaking AI video).
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Celebrity culture (big money at engagements).
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Viral social issues (evictions spark grief and political anger).
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AI in music going mainstream.
Business / Technology
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Meta launched a standalone Meta AI app (April 29, 2025) with voice, camera “Live AI,” video creation (“Vibes”), “Imagine Me” selfie images, and integration into WhatsApp, Instagram, etc.
Africa / US / Iran
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US responds to Iran over a visa dispute involving the South African Football Association (SAFA).
Community
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MVE two‑for‑one promotion (no details given).
Notes – Zimbabwe immigration
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Biometric enrolment and permit collection now available at town offices in Harare, Bulawayo, Mutare, Gweru, Masvingo, Beitbridge, and Victoria Falls.
Meta AI features (brief)
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Free app for iPhone/Android; also web at meta.ai.
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Text or full‑duplex voice chat (natural conversation).
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Live AI: point phone camera at objects to get real‑time help.
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Create/remix AI videos with “Vibes.”
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“Imagine Me” puts your face into AI images.
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Use @meta.ai inside WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, Threads, Facebook Marketplace.
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Discover feed for sharing prompts.
