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Scottland in match-fixing storm?

Scottland FC has dismissed social media speculation that a recent financial donation to rivals Simba Bhora FC was intended to influence the Premier Soccer League (PSL) title race.The two clubs are locked in a tight battle for the champions…

Published: 16 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

FIFA probes South Africa over ineligible Mokoena

FIFA has officially opened an investigation into South Africa for fielding midfielder Teboho Mokoena in their 2-0 victory over Lesotho during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, despite the player being ineligible.Mokoena had accumulated y…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 14:00hrs | by Staff reporter

Ex-Bosso CEO found guilty of US$2,000 fraud

Former Highlanders Chief Executive Officer, Brian Busani Moyo, appeared before Bulawayo Provincial Magistrate Richard Ramaboea on Monday afternoon and was found guilty of defrauding the club of US$2,000.Moyo's bail was not revoked, and he …

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 10:09hrs | by Staff reporter

Young Warriors Held Again as Goal Drought Continues at COSAFA U-17 Qualifiers

Ngoni Stadium - Zimbabwe's Under-17 national football team, the Young Warriors, remain winless and goalless at the ongoing CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations COSAFA Qualifiers after a frustrating 0–0 draw against Eswatini in their second Group…

Published: 13 Sep 2025 at 21:22hrs | by Staff Reporter

Durban City FC poised to sign Zimbabwean hitman

Durban City FC's pursuit of a new striker has become a quiet obsession, with chairman Farook Kadodia casting his sights north of the Limpopo. At the centre of his attention is Zimbabwean hitman Washington Navaya, whose scoring exploits for…

Published: 13 Sep 2025 at 17:24hrs | by Staff reporter

Warriors fans call for Nees' dismissal

The National Soccer Supporters Association has called for the immediate dismissal of Warriors coach Michael Nees, accusing the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) of failing the nation by retaining him despite a dismal run of results.The …

Published: 12 Sep 2025 at 08:17hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors' struggles continue

Zimbabwe's Africa 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign suffered another blow as Rwanda's Gilbert Mugisha scored in the 40th minute to hand the visitors a 1-0 victory at Orlando Stadium on Tuesday afternoon.The Warriors struggled to find thei…

Published: 10 Sep 2025 at 08:24hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors' World Cup hopes in tatters

Rwanda's Gilbert Mugisha struck in the 40th minute to hand Zimbabwe a 1-0 defeat in their Group C Africa 2026 World Cup Qualifier at Orlando Stadium on Tuesday afternoon.The Warriors produced a flat first-half performance, failing to regis…

Published: 09 Sep 2025 at 17:00hrs | by Staff reporter

VAR comes to Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is set to make history as Heart Stadium becomes the first local football venue to implement Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology during the TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations 2026 COSAFA Qualifiers, which kick of…

Published: 09 Sep 2025 at 10:01hrs | by Staff reporter

Prisons get soccer kits

Guruve prison and Bindura prison soccer teams are in cloud nine after popular traditional healer Sekuru Nyangatayani donated the kits and balls to them.The donations were done over the weekend, were all. Prisons teams in Mashonaland Centra…

Published: 09 Sep 2025 at 07:02hrs | by Staff Reporter

Car wash attendant steals bag with cash and gun

A 20-year-old car wash attendant, Albert Chimukuyu, has been convicted of theft after stealing a client's bag containing US$10,000 in cash and a loaded Makarov pistol from a Mercedes Benz in Harare.Chimukuyu committed the crime on March 21…

Published: 06 Sep 2025 at 17:47hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe women clinch Africa qualifier title

Zimbabwe Women were crowned champions of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier after a commanding nine-wicket victory over hosts Namibia at the Namibia Cricket Ground.Namibia set a modest target of 116, finishing on 115 for seven …

Published: 06 Sep 2025 at 17:46hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Warriors at full strength

The Zimbabwe senior men's football team, the Warriors, held their first full training session in Abidjan on Wednesday afternoon following the arrival of European-based players ahead of Friday's World Cup Qualifier against Benin.Coach Micha…

Published: 04 Sep 2025 at 07:43hrs | by Staff reporter

Caps United fans turn on coach

Fury erupted at Rufaro Stadium yesterday as angry Caps United fans hurled missiles onto the pitch and confronted coach Ian Bakala following a crushing 3-1 home defeat to ZPC Kariba that dragged the Green Machine deeper into the relegation …

Published: 01 Sep 2025 at 05:57hrs | by Staff reporter

Sri Lanka penalised for slow over-rate in ODI against Zimbabwe

Harare - Sri Lanka have been fined five percent of their match fees for maintaining a slow over-rate during the first One Day International (ODI) against Zimbabwe, played at Harare Sports Club on Friday.The decision was handed down by matc…

Published: 31 Aug 2025 at 22:04hrs | by Staff Reporter

Govt tightens grip on council recruitment

The Ministry of Local Government and Public Works will now play an active role in the recruitment of senior council employees following serious concerns about the caliber, skills, and competencies of officials occupying key positions withi…

Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 06:07hrs | by Staff reporter

Kaindu's revival mission lifts Dynamos

Many believed Kelvin Kaindu had lost his mind when he took up the unenviable task of rescuing Dynamos from relegation. But the Zambian coach, recently shown the door at Highlanders, is beginning to work wonders at DeMbare, steering the Gla…

Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 06:06hrs | by Staff reporter

Highlanders gamble on return of 'The Dutch Nomad'

By all accounts, Hendrik Pieter de Jongh is a man of many clubs and fleeting commitments. Nicknamed "The Dutch Nomad," the Dutchman has built a reputation for tactical flair and abrupt exits, leaving behind both trophies and turmoil. Now, …

Published: 23 Aug 2025 at 09:16hrs | by Staff reporter

4 Zimbabwean referees get World Cup slots

Four Zimbabwean match officials have been appointed by FIFA to officiate the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 Matchday 7 Qualifier between South Sudan and DR Congo.The match is scheduled for 5 September 2025 at the National Stadium in Juba.Bri…

Published: 21 Aug 2025 at 12:33hrs | by Staff reporter

Bosso coach, keeper clash

Highlanders' preparations for their next league match against Bikita Minerals have been thrown into disarray following a heated fallout between new head coach Henriek De Jongh and first-choice goalkeeper Reward Muza.Muza, who has the secon…

Published: 21 Aug 2025 at 09:01hrs | by Staff reporter

Stanbic Bank sponsored Stragglers Cricket week returns with 540 players

Zimbabwe's flagship junior cricket development initiative, the Stragglers Junior Cricket Week, is set to commence on 25 August, bringing together 540 aspiring cricketers for a week of immersive training and spirited competition at St Georg…

Published: 20 Aug 2025 at 22:32hrs | by Agencies

Tendai Ndoro dies

Former Zimbabwe international striker Tendai Ndoro has died at the age of 40.The ex-Chicken Inn and Orlando Pirates forward was reportedly found dead at his home in South Africa. The cause of death has not yet been established, but Ndoro h…

Published: 18 Aug 2025 at 19:34hrs | by Staff reporter

Dynamos crush Kwekwe United

Dynamos turned back the clock with a convincing 3-0 victory over struggling Kwekwe United in a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League clash at Ascot Stadium yesterday, a performance that rekindled memories of the old DeMbare.The Harare giants,…

Published: 18 Aug 2025 at 08:41hrs | by Staff reporter

Highlanders in free fall

Bulawayo giants Highlanders Football Club have plunged into a full-blown crisis after secretary general Morgan Dube admitted that the club is currently operating without a strategic plan due to lack of funds."We are currently operating wit…

Published: 17 Aug 2025 at 18:42hrs | by Staff reporter

Caf expert impressed by progress at Magaya's stadium

Caf stadium expert Muhammad Feizal Sidat has expressed satisfaction with the progress being made at Chahwanda Stadium, saying the facility is firmly on track to meet the requirements for Category 2 matches under the continental body's stad…

Published: 17 Aug 2025 at 15:30hrs | by Staff reporter

Harare residents resist Discovery ambulance deal

HARARE residents have voiced outrage over the City of Harare's (CoH) planned partnership with Discovery Ambulance, warning that the public could end up paying twice for emergency services.The council intends to collaborate with the private…

Published: 16 Aug 2025 at 13:31hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Davis Cup team relegated

Zimbabwe's Davis Cup team has been relegated to World Group IV following a third successive 3-0 defeat in the Group III Africa tournament, which the nation has been hosting.The latest setback came against Nigeria, following identical losse…

Published: 16 Aug 2025 at 13:30hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Cricket president Coltart

Zimbabwe Cricket president Tavengwa Mukuhlani has hit back at critics, defending his administration and accusing former Bulawayo mayor David Coltart of misleading the public in a heated war of words over allegations of racism, tribalism, a…

Published: 16 Aug 2025 at 13:29hrs | by Staff reporter

Minister defends SANDF General's Iran trip

Defence Minister Angie Motshekga has strongly defended South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Chief General Rudzani Maphwanya's recent visit to Iran, insisting the trip was properly approved last year and was not a rogue action. Spea…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 17:20hrs | by Staff reporter

Rogue Zimbabwe cop remanded in custody

Assistant Inspector Simbarashe Mandizvidza, a police officer who recently went viral for posting treasonous videos and statements on social media, appeared in court this afternoon.Mandizvidza, 35, who is currently stationed at the Police G…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 17:15hrs | by Staff reporter

497 Zimbabwe soldiers graduate and ready for deployment

A total of 497 recruit soldiers will graduate today at Imbizo Barracks in a ceremony officiated by Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) Commander, Lieutenant-General Emmanuel Matatu.Of the graduating recruits, 121 are female. They have completed a…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 17:13hrs | by Staff reporter

Econet employee 'steals' ZWG1 million

A Mutare-based Econet Insurance employee accused of stealing ZwG 1 171 771.60 from her employer has been granted bail of US$400.Madeleine Magadza (32) of Greenside, Mutare, appeared before Magistrate Annie Ndiraya on Monday and was granted…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 17:13hrs | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo teen stabs neighbour over childhood grudge

`A Bulawayo teenager has been sentenced to five years in prison, with three years suspended, for stabbing his neighbour in a long-standing dispute dating back to childhood. Qhawelenkosi Mnkandla (18) of Nkulumane suburb will serve an effec…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 17:12hrs | by Staff reporter

Amin Soma-Phiri bounces back at Highlanders

Highlanders Football Club has welcomed back club legend Amin Soma-Phiri as the new Welfare Manager for its senior team. The appointment was confirmed on Thursday through an official press release."Highlanders Football Club is pleased to an…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 16:54hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe insurers urged to adapt or perish

The Insurance and Pensions Commission (Ipec) has called on Zimbabwean insurers to adapt to digital transformation while expanding into untapped sectors to boost resilience and competitiveness.Speaking at the Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 08:57hrs | by Staff reporter

FBC urges clear Zimbabwe de-dollarisation framework

FBC Holdings Limited has called on the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) to establish a clear and credible framework for de-dollarisation to ease pressure on the country's foreign currency reserves.The appeal comes amid government plans to ph…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 08:55hrs | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's wife to preside over women investment conference

First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa will preside over the inaugural three-day Bulawayo Women Investment Conference next month, a landmark event aimed at promoting economic independence and leadership among women.The conference, hosted by the …

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 08:53hrs | by Staff reporter

Councils urged to step up service delivery

Local authorities in Zimbabwe continue to struggle with basic service delivery, particularly in water supply, road maintenance, and refuse collection, government officials revealed during the feedback on 2024 performance outcomes held in H…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 08:51hrs | by Staff reporter

Bosso's transfer delay sparks executive sabotage claims

Highlanders Football Club's last-minute signings on deadline day have raised eyebrows, with insiders suggesting the executive deliberately stalled player acquisitions to undermine interim coaches following Kelvin Kaindu's departure in June…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 08:50hrs | by Staff reporter

Khune enjoys scenic Zimbabwe escape with wife

Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper and club legend Itumeleng Khune recently enjoyed a relaxing retreat in Zimbabwe alongside his partner, Siphelele, taking in the stunning beauty of the iconic Victoria Falls.The couple made the most of their getaway…

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 12:43hrs | by Staff reporter

2030: Zimbabwe will be using domestic currency

THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has announced plans for a structured transition from the current multicurrency system to a domestic monetary framework, aimed at ensuring business continuity and economic certainty by 2030.Zimbabwe curren…

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 12:35hrs | by Staff reporter

'Bosso drift into chaos'

Highlanders chairman Kenneth Mhlophe is facing mounting pressure from within the club, with life member Pilate Mahlangu calling for a vote of no confidence and accusing the leadership of letting the storied institution run "on autopilot."M…

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 12:23hrs | by Staff reporter

Joel Luphahla eyes Caf Champions League group stages

SIMBA Bhora coach Joel Luphahla has expressed satisfaction with his team's draw in the upcoming Caf Champions League, where they will face Eswatini's Nsingizini Hotspurs in the preliminary round.The Shamva-based club, making its debut in A…

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 11:44hrs | by Staff reporter

CAF approves National Sports Stadium for category two matches

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has granted approval for Zimbabwe's National Sports Stadium to host category two international games, an update confirmed on Monday by the African football governing body.While the stadium is not…

Published: 12 Aug 2025 at 09:46hrs | by Staff reporter

Trends in Sports Betting Industry: Africa is not far behind

The sports betting industry in Africa is rapidly developing, turning from a niche segment into a key driver of the global industry. One of the main trends is the transition from individual betting to social interaction through instant mess…

Published: 11 Aug 2025 at 10:15hrs | by Staff Reporter

Chevron's shoddy performance blamed on regionalism, tribalism

In the aftermath of yet another dismal showing by Zimbabwe's senior men's cricket team, The Chevrons, a Harare-based lawyer has formally petitioned the Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) to investigate alleged nepotism, tribalism, regi…

Published: 10 Aug 2025 at 10:21hrs | by Staff reporter

RBZ cracks down on ZiG rejection

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has issued a strong warning to businesses and service providers who are refusing to accept the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, with central bank governor Dr John Mushayavanhu decrying widespread disregard o…

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 13:28hrs | by Staff reporter

Woman chops own mum with machete

A 30-YEAR-OLD woman from Ntabazinduna hacked her mother with a machete after a bitter row over a child's birth certificate.Aydah Tshuma flew off the handle on 4 July after her mother, Reginah Tshuma (58), allegedly failed to produce the bi…

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 13:23hrs | by Staff reporter

Explosive testimony at ex-Highlanders CEO's fraud trial

The fraud trial of former Highlanders Football Club Chief Executive Officer, Brian Busani Moyo, began this week with dramatic revelations after his alleged accomplice, Andrew Mandigora, turned state witness and confessed to their role in a…

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 13:21hrs | by Staff reporter

EcoCash agent's home raided

A gang of three suspected armed robbers stormed the home of a local EcoCash agent near Mucheke Rank in the early hours of Saturday morning, escaping with over US$5,300 in cash, US$1,100 worth of Econet airtime, two mobile phones and a lapt…

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 13:21hrs | by Staff reporter

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