Innocent Mujeri

As the world danced to the melodies of Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, celebrating him as a father figure in African music, few knew the cold, grim reality that played out behind the walls of his home. While Tuku’s songs preached love, peace, and family unity, his daughters, Sandra and Selmor, were navigating a far darker childhood—one where they sometimes had to fight the family dogs for food and love was a rare commodity.

Staff Reporter

The Treasury has announced a reduction in presumptive tax on salons and barber shops from US$30 to US$10 per chair, following persistent calls from Members of Parliament (MPs) to ease the financial burden on small businesses. The new tax measures will also extend to beauty parlours, fitness centres, and butcheries as the Government seeks to broaden its tax base amid economic challenges.