The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the nominees for the 98th Academy Awards, set to take place on March 15, 2026, in Los Angeles, and films from the 2025 Festival de Cannes Official Selection have made a powerful showing. In total, six films that premiered in Cannes’ 2025 lineup earned places […]

Telecel Ghana Foundation has begun the third cohort of its Digitech Academy, an after-school digital skills programme aimed at strengthening science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and addressing persistent digital access gaps among young learners. The latest cohort, which runs from January to March 2026, is being implemented across five districts in five regions: […]

Farai Chigora IN its breadth and ambition, the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2) offers strong support for the expansion of Zimbabwe’s tourism sector, encouraging growth beyond any milestone previously recorded… The post Why financial literacy is the missing link in sustainable tourism growth appeared first on herald.

SINCE its introduction in 2018, the devolution fund has transformed infrastructure and livelihoods across the country in a dramatic way. Thousands of schools, clinics, roads, bridges, irrigation schemes and the… The post COMMENT : Devolution fund must be protected and strengthened appeared first on herald.

Thupeyo Muleya, Beitbridge Bureau South Africa’s Border Management Authority (BMA) and the Department of Social Development (DSD) participated in a high-level diplomatic engagement at the Zimbabwean Embassy in that country… The post SA, Zim embassy meet to strengthen border management appeared first on herald.

Patrick Chitumba, chitumba1@gmail.com KWEKWE City Council (KCC) has secured more than US$90 million in investment in the past three years as the city accelerates its urban renewal and infrastructure development… The post Kwekwe attracts US$90 million as urban renewal gains momentum appeared first on herald.

Patrick Chitumba, pchitumba1@gmail.com THE Minister of State for Midlands Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Owen Ncube, has lauded Zvishavane Town Council (ZTC) for its tireless efforts in delivering quality services to… The post GWERU City Council (GCC) says refurbishment works at Ivene, Mtapa and Kombayi Ranks are nearing completion, despite prolonged delays that have affected operations at the city’s major informal trading and transport hubs. appeared first on herald.

Patrick Chitumba, pchitumba1@gmail.com GWERU City Council (GCC) says refurbishment works at Ivene, Mtapa and Kombayi Ranks are nearing completion, despite prolonged delays that have affected operations at the city’s major… The post Ivene, Mtapa, and Kombayi ranks near completion appeared first on herald.

In today’s rapidly evolving and fiercely competitive business landscape, success often hinges on trust, stability, and strategic risk management. Contracts serve as the backbone of commercial transactions, providing a framework… The post Demystifying Bonds and Guarantees: The Strategic Imperative for Corporate Risk Management appeared first on herald.

Rutendo Nyeve, Victoria Falls Reporter A Victoria Falls man has been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment after a daring assault on a police officer who was on duty at Mkhosana… The post Victoria Falls man jailed for assaulting police officer appeared first on herald.

Debra Matabvu PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday temporarily broke his annual leave to lead a high-level coordination of Zimbabwe’s response to domestic and sub-regional rainfall-induced disasters that have hit parts of the… The post President intervenes in floods relief…Coordinates local, regional disaster response appeared first on herald.

Thupeyo Muleya, Beitbridge Bureau Service delivery has started to improve at the Beitbridge District Hospital, where the Government has undertaken to upgrade the facility to meet the growing service delivery… The post Govt boosts service delivery at Beitbridge district hospital . . . as facility gets first automated ARV dispensing machines appeared first on herald.

Trust Freddy Herald Correspondent GOVERNMENT is set to roll out free public Wi-Fi hotspots countrywide as part of a comprehensive programme to expand broadband access, bridge the digital divide and… The post Digital leap for Zim: Govt rolls out free Wi-Fi programme appeared first on herald.

Martin Kadzere THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe will sustain the push towards using a single currency for all internal transactions, leveraging the broad successes of 2025 as a foundation for… The post RBZ to entrench stability in push to monocurrency appeared first on herald.

Mkhululi Ncube Zimpapers Reporter LOCAL content creators have been challenged to take advantage of a US$10 million fund set aside for the creative industry, a Cabinet minister has said. Information,… The post ‘Take advantage of US$10m creative fund’ appeared first on herald.

Blessings Chidakwa Senior Reporter IN a trailblazing initiative, First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa has launched the first-of-its-kind Toddlers Warm Bowl Project, drawing an unprecedented crowd that thronged the venue in… The post First Lady launches pioneering Toddlers Warm Bowl Project . . . a sea of people thronged the launch appeared first on herald.

Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter MALAGASY President Michael Randrianirina has assured Sadc that the report requested by the regional bloc outlining the country’s path to democratic stability as well as a… The post Madagascar leader reassures Sadc appeared first on herald.

Ray Bande and Lovemore Kadzura HEAVY rains, violent thunderstorms, and strong winds have battered Manicaland, crippling key public infrastructure and leaving roads impassable, schools and homes damaged, and health facilities… The post Storms wreck infrastructure, isolate communities appeared first on herald.

Ray Bande Senior Reporter A TOTAL of 1 336 candidates who sat for the November 2025 Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) Ordinary Level examinations obtained 5As and above – with… The post Anglican, Catholic schools rule the roost appeared first on herald.

Most teams do not lack ideas. They lose them. A clever idea arises in a meeting; it gets jotted down, then it is lost under chats, emails, and changing priorities. Even the best ideas fade before they can be tested without an easy way to capture, organize, and return to inputs. If you know why the above […]

Robson Sharuko Metros Editor PETER Ndlovu from his base in South Africa, Benjani Mwaruwari from his base in England and Norman Mapeza deep in the mix. The first African footballer… The post CREME DE LA CREME! . . . Will this turn into the GREATEST PSL title race ever? appeared first on herald.

Tafadzwa Zimoyo Zimpapers Entertainment Editor WHILE most artistes are snoozing through January, gospel singer Everton Mlalazi has ignored the lull as he dropped In the Presence Vol.3: Great God album,… The post Mlalazi’s ‘Great God’ takes gospel global appeared first on herald.

Lovemore Kadzura Sports Reporter EUPHORIA has gripped Rusape as a newly formed football team, African Mineral Ventures, has set base in the town after acquiring the ZIFA Eastern Region Division… The post New Division One team for Rusape appeared first on herald.

IT is likely that the good rains falling across most of the Zambezi River catchment this season will improve river flows and allow Zimbabwe and Zambia to push their average… The post EDITORIAL COMMENT : Good rains bring relief to Kariba station, Zim and Zambia appeared first on herald.

PRETTY Manyimo swept the wards at a hospital when she arrived in the United Kingdom and, at the age of 60, she took up swimming. Never one to let barriers… The post FROM SWEEPING THE WARDS TO BECOMING A QUEEN NURSE appeared first on herald.

Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter FARMERS in Manicaland are facing mixed fortunes as relentless rains bring both promise and peril to the province’s crops. While incessant downpours have caused nutrient leaching… The post Crops flourish, others falter under heavy rains appeared first on herald.

Zvikomborero Parafin THE High Court has quashed the conviction and three-year jail term which had been slapped on a local businessman. Tinaapi Nyawo approached the High Court challenging his conviction… The post BUSINESSMAN’S THREE-YEAR JAIL TERM QUASHED BY HIGH COURT OVER ‘GHOST MAGISTRATE’ appeared first on herald.

An OWASP certification has emerged as an established industry standard for individuals wanting to strengthen their secure coding skills. This certification offers a practical approach with structured learning, which is beneficial to developers. It lays out defined security expectations while raising awareness of potential threats and vulnerabilities. Knowing what this credential conveys can enable professionals […]

Eddie Chikamhi Zimpapers Sports Hub LIGHTNING nearly struck twice yesterday for the representative national cricket teams involved in the World Cup matches yesterday. But the Zimbabwe Under-19 side just managed… The post ZIM MAKE ICC SUPER 6 CUT appeared first on herald.

Josephine Nyamwanza Correspondent COMMUNITIES across Manicaland Province have been urged to step up malaria prevention and control efforts as the rainy season intensifies the risk of transmission. The rainy season… The post Mosquito surge sparks malaria fears appeared first on herald.

Trust Khosa Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub OLIVER “Tuku” Mtukudzi’s widow, Daisy, says she still speaks to the legendary musician in her dreams. Today marks the seventh anniversary of the… The post I STILL SPEAK TO TUKU IN MY DREAMS,SAYS DAISY. . . as clock marks seven years after legend’s death appeared first on herald.

The need to protect digital assets has become urgent for organizations. Yet buying security tools doesn’t automatically deliver optimal protection or optimal financial efficiency. Leaders require straightforward methods for measuring the value of these investments. These are some reasons why an organization needs to implement cybersecurity performance management, which tracks and elevates its security efforts. […]

Power cables tend to be the least celebrated among audiophiles, right behind the lightbulb and maybe the wall socket itself, especially when attention is almost always directed towards electronics and loudspeakers. Nonetheless, they greatly affect the stability and sound quality of an audio system. Tidy and appropriate cables prevent the sound from smothering and allow […]

A dual-purpose learning-and-play bedroom can be an exciting project. Children need an imaginative space and something cozy. Part of this process includes selecting quality furniture. By making wise choices, parents and caregivers can design rooms that their kids love to spend time in. The following concepts illustrate how we can curate and select pieces with […]

Creative people have been enamored with adult paint-by-number kits. The minutiae of their designs provide for a rewarding and meditative hobby. A lot of people enjoy these kits while also giving themselves mini-challenges. Everyone can become a pro and create outstanding art with the right approach. Choosing the Right Kit Choosing the right kit is […]

The use of stainless steel cocktail glasses, which perfectly balance durability and classiness, is one of the emerging trends catching the attention of cocktail lovers. Many want drinkware that suits both modern and classic surroundings. Stainless steel cocktail glasses offer a refreshing alternative to traditional housewares, such as standard shot glasses; they effectively serve their […]