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Hwange comes alive with Matabeleland North Agricultural Show

Published

1 year ago

August 8, 2024

BY BAYANDA NKATHA

The annual Matabeleland North Agricultural Show (MNSS) kicked off on Wednesday, featuring a diverse range of exhibitors from both the private and public sectors.

As of end of day, various exhibitors were still setting up their stands and preparing the premises.

Held at the Show Grounds in Hwange town, the event is organized by the Matabeleland North Show Society and will run until Saturday.

This year’s theme is “Revolutionising the local resource capital through value addition and beneficiation.”

According to MNSS chair Micheck Marandu, there is a significant number of new exhibitors, including government ministries and private sector entities.

Marandu expressed satisfaction with the preparations, stating, “We have generally done basic preparedness and are doing final touches. Three-quarters of exhibitors are on site and happy with the state of preparedness. We have addressed the issue of water and underground fires. The farmers’ hall has been properly extended.”

The official opening will take place on Saturday.

The show has a rich history, dating back to 1950 when it was known as the Wankie Show Society.

In 2019, it was rebranded as a provincial show and renamed the Matabeleland North Agricultural Show.

It is affiliated with the National Association of Agricultural Show Societies of Zimbabwe.

With renovations and new structures in place, the Show Society is expecting a bigger and better show this year.

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Silibaziso Mlotshwa to be installed as new Chief Mvuthu

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3 days ago

August 13, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

A historic installation ceremony is set to take place on Friday, as Silibaziso Mlotshwa, daughter of the late Chief Mvuthu, Nyangayezizwe Mlotshwa, is scheduled to take over as the new chief.

The installation comes after a prolonged dispute over the chieftaincy, which had been held up since Chief Mvuthu’s passing in 2014.

According to Paulos Ntini, the Prosecutor General at the Mvuthu’s monarchy, preparations for the ceremony are underway. “Preparations are going on well. So far, the road has been graveled to the homestead, and on Thursday, all the village heads, including myself, will be collecting gifts from the villagers for the ceremony,” he said.

The late Chief Mvuthu’s family had initially nominated his brother, Sanders Mlotshwa, as the successor in December 2014. However, Silibaziso challenged this decision in court, arguing that she was the rightful heir to the throne.

The dispute had resulted in Headman Bishop Matata Sibanda acting as the chief until now.

Chief Mvuthu was a respected traditional leader in Matabeleland North and chaired the Hwange Community Share Ownership Scheme. He was also a retiree of Hwange Colliery Company, having left his job in 2008 to take over the chieftaincy.

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Hwange Colliery Company to resume alcohol monitoring program

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4 days ago

August 12, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY STAFF REPORTER

Hwange Colliery Company Limited has announced that its Alcohol Monitoring Program will officially resume on Wednesday, across all areas.

According to a memo , the program is a critical part of the company’s commitment to safety, health, and productivity. It is implemented in line with the company’s workplace policies and legal obligations.

The memo stated that ensuring a substance-free work environment, especially in high-risk areas, is essential to the wellbeing of all employees and the overall performance of the organization.

All employees are expected to comply fully with the requirements of the program. Testing will be conducted randomly and routinely as stipulated in the Alcohol & Drug Monitoring Procedure (SHEQP 2.09).

The memo also warned that appropriate disciplinary procedures will apply in cases of non-compliance or policy violation.

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Teacher sentenced to 15 months for assaulting student with wooden stick

Published

3 weeks ago

July 28, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

A Hwange Magistrates’ Court has convicted and sentenced a 27-year-old teacher, Shyleen Nenduva, to 15 months imprisonment for brutally assaulting a 15-year-old grade 7 student.

According to court records, on July 9, Nenduva from Gwai, struck the student several times on the back with a wooden stick, punched him once in the chest, and violently pushed him onto a desk. The assault resulted in the student sustaining a swollen and painful right elbow.

The court heard that the incident occurred after the student misbehaved outside the classroom, prompting Nenduva to caution him. However, a misunderstanding ensued, leading to the physical altercation.

In sentencing Nenduva, the court suspended 6 months of the imprisonment term for 5 years. The remaining 9 months were suspended on condition that Nenduva performs 315 hours of community service.