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This discovery has cast a shadow over what was once touted as a bold plan by King Mswati III to transform a large tract of agricultural land into a thriving economic zone, the Royal Science and Technology Park.
The suspects, Fidelis Moema, Lebogang Sigubundu, and Trevor Machimana, were arrested last month following allegations that they illegally transferred funds from the finance company KPMG to private bank accounts.
Many find themselves needing to double or even triple their usual spending to get through the day due to shops rounding up transactions or refusing smaller denominations.
According to government data, Western countries and international financial institutions make up 70% of Zimbabwe's external debt, while obligations to China account for just 15%.
In Zambia, the drought has drastically affected the agriculture sector, with one million hectares of planted maize—the country's staple food—adversely impacted.
Dr. Mahlangu's artistic achievements include being the first woman artist commissioned to design a BMW car in 1999, transforming it into the inaugural "African Art Car."
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Regional health authorities in Gauteng reported that of the affected children, 17 required overnight observation due to the severity of their symptoms, while the remaining 24 were released after their condition stabilized satisfactorily.
Despite its high cost, Starlink has been a preferred choice for many in Africa, especially those in remote and rural areas, due to its reliability compared to local internet service providers.
Presidential spokesperson George Charamba stated that the decision was made on the instructions of the First Lady herself.
The informal sector, which constitutes about 75% of employment in Zimbabwe, has ceased accepting the Zimdollar, also known as the RTGS dollar, due to fears of its depreciating value.
Their Sunday night performance featured a striking mashup of Doja Cat’s single "Shutcho," sung in Zulu with a "gorgeous" five-part harmony, as described by Billboard.
The meeting, which took place last Tuesday at the residence of the German ambassador Thorsten Hutter in Windhoek, has drawn sharp criticism from the Namibian government and members of the ruling Swapo party.
His reinstatement as a candidate by the Electoral Court has sparked widespread debate and necessitated a definitive interpretation of the law, prompting the Electoral Commission's appeal to the highest court in the land.
The electronic toll collection (e-tolls), which have been a significant source of public unrest, were disconnected permanently at 23:59 local time on Thursday.
The most affected areas include KwaZakhele, Zwide, and Motherwell in Gqeberha, which have been designated as crime "hotspots" by the provincial government.
