Beitbridge Development: The Beitbridge Municipality has officially kicked off servicing for a new central business district (CBD) extension, with contractor Tiger Eye set to build roads, water, sewer and stormwater systems over six to nine months—paving the way for commercial development in early 2027. Child Care Funding: Bulawayo City Council approved up to US$500 for boarding tuck food and personal care items for vulnerable children at the First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa Children’s Home in Chiredzi, but councillors warn repeated central-government demands are straining already weak council services. Cancer Treatment Procurement Row: A youth group is demanding answers over the procurement of radiotherapy and cancer machines reportedly funded by ring-fenced sugar tax money, after officials allegedly refused information requests. Local Land Scam Warning: Hurungwe Rural District Council has warned residents against illegal land sales and stand pegging in communal and resettlement areas, saying buyers risk losing money and facing demolitions. Digital Push: Zimbabwe is seeking deeper cooperation with South Korea on AI, digital transformation and skills, handing over a new AI strategy as it targets universal digital literacy by 2030. Public Health Alert: Zimbabwe’s hypertension problem is worsening, with experts urging more routine blood pressure screening as many people remain unaware they have the condition. RBZ Policy Praise: First Mutual Life has commended the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s tight monetary stance for supporting stability and predictability for business. Court Forfeitures: The High Court ordered forfeiture of eight vehicles linked to fugitives, strengthening the state’s push to reclaim assets tied to crime. Equatorial Guinea Visit: Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo is in Harare for a two-day state visit, with talks expected to cover trade, energy and cooperation under ACFTA. South Africa Migration Tensions: Zimbabweans are watching closely as South Africa moves to tighten immigration controls amid anti-migrant protests, with UNHCR warning against disorder and xenophobia.