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Matabeleland firms shine at ZNCC awards
Mr. Hafiz Muhammad Naeem of Evergold was the star of the evening on Friday as he took home the Overall Winner and Businessman of the Year awards at the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) 202...Published: 7 hrs ago | 49 | by Staff reporter
Strugglers Dembare, Bosso seek redemption at Rufaro
The historic rivalry between Dynamos and Highlanders, once a fierce and feared fixture in Zimbabwean football, reignites today at Rufaro Stadium in what promises to be the first chapter of the 2025 le...Published: 7 hrs ago | 28 | by Staff reporter
Dembare splashed US$126,000 on Sangomas without paying players
Zimbabwean football giants Dynamos have been slapped with a FIFA-imposed transfer ban after failing to pay outstanding dues to two Ghanaian players — despite reportedly spending a staggering US$126,...Published: 31 May 2025 at 13:47hrs | 244 | by Staff reporter
Businessman in hot water over forged documents in ZPC tender deal
A local businessman is facing criminal charges after allegedly using forged documents to land a lucrative Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC) contract, in a scandal that has drawn the attention of the Zimbab...Published: 30 May 2025 at 12:06hrs | 708 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe businessman jailed over US$125,000 theft
Businessman Vhurumu Mutero was sentenced on Tuesday to 48 months imprisonment after being convicted of theft of trust property involving US$125,000. The funds were entrusted to him for the purchase of...Published: 29 May 2025 at 10:32hrs | 614 | by Staff reporter
Bosso face another bogey side
Highlanders FC will be seeking to bounce back from their shock 2-0 defeat to ZPC Kariba when they welcome another tricky opponent, Herentals College FC, to Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday in a Castle ...Published: 22 May 2025 at 16:18hrs | 457 | by Staff reporter
Chicken Inn considers Barbourfields switch
In a bid to revive their faltering 2025 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) campaign, Chicken Inn head coach Joey Antipas has confirmed that the club is contemplating relocating their home matche...Published: 21 May 2025 at 08:57hrs | 246 | by Staff reporter
CAPS United Coach sees unity
CAPS United coach Ian Bakala has revealed that when he first arrived, the team was grappling with internal divisions, but now he is witnessing a strong sense of unity and commitment among the players ...Published: 20 May 2025 at 10:05hrs | 180 | by Staff reporter
Dembare fans boycott call flops
Dynamos 1 - 1 CAPS UtdDespite calls for a boycott in the lead-up to yesterday's Harare Derby, Rufaro Stadium saw a respectable crowd turn out for the heated clash between Dynamos...Published: 19 May 2025 at 09:28hrs | 435 | by Staff reporter
Bringing International Football Back to Zimbabwe
Lieutenant General (Rtd) Anselem Nhamo Sanyatwe Minister of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture Harare Zimbabwe Subject: Bringing International Foo...Published: 18 May 2025 at 17:16hrs | 633 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Notorious robbers jailed 87 years
Two serial robbers who unleashed a reign of terror across rural Makoni District in 2024 have been convicted and sentenced to a combined 87 years in prison after being found guilty of 14 counts of robb...Published: 17 May 2025 at 12:17hrs | 193 | by Staff reporter
Jah Prayzah reveals he wasn't a football fan until Scottland's rise
Popular musician Jah Prayzah has opened up about his newfound love for football, revealing that he was not a fan of the sport until the emergence of Scottland Football Club.The musician has be...Published: 16 May 2025 at 10:05hrs | 138 | by Staff reporter
ZIFA suspends 3 referees over poor match performances
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has suspended three Premier Soccer League match officials for what it described as substandard officiating in recent top-flight matches.In a rare publi...Published: 15 May 2025 at 14:46hrs | 352 | by Staff reporter
Lusengo's surname will cost him at Dembare
A faction of disgruntled Dynamos Football Club supporters has called for a boycott of all home matches, starting with this Sunday's highly anticipated Harare Derby against arch-rivals Caps United, in ...Published: 15 May 2025 at 09:14hrs | 258 | by Staff reporter
Dynamos appoints Saul Chaminuka as new head coach
Premier Soccer League giants Dynamos have appointed Saul Chaminuka as their new head coach following the sacking of Lloyd “Mablanyo" Chigowe due to a dismal run of form.Chaminuka joins Demba...Published: 13 May 2025 at 16:19hrs | 339 | by Staff reporter
17 tonnes of T-shirts land Zimra officials, NGO director in court
Two Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) officials, along with five other individuals, have been arrested and brought before the Harare Magistrates' Courts following allegations of smuggling 17 tonnes o...Published: 13 May 2025 at 10:25hrs | 5799 | by Staff reporter
6 arrested for smuggling 17,5 tonnes of T-shirts
Six individuals, including two ZIMRA officials and a clearing agent, appeared in court yesterday facing charges of fraud after allegedly orchestrating a scheme to evade more than US$78,880 in customs ...Published: 10 May 2025 at 20:48hrs | 1766 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Agricultural Show begins preparations for 2025 agric show
The Zimbabwe Agricultural Society (ZAS) has commenced preparations for the 115th edition of the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show, with this year's event set to run from August 25 to 30 under the theme "Buil...Published: 07 May 2025 at 09:35hrs | 74 | by Staff reporter
Bosso raise gate fees ahead of FC Platinum clash
Highlanders Football Club have cranked up the heat ahead of their blockbuster Castle Lager Premier Soccer League showdown with FC Platinum by announcing an increase in gate charges for Sunday's eagerl...Published: 07 May 2025 at 09:18hrs | 334 | by Staff reporter
2 men denied bail in socialite's rape case
Two men accused of raping a 26-year-old socialite in Harare were denied bail on Monday by regional magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa, who cited the seriousness of the offence and the risk of flight as key ...Published: 06 May 2025 at 13:12hrs | 1097 | by Staff reporter
Herentals skipper Benza apologises
Herentals College FC captain Tino Benza has issued a public apology to Scottland FC midfielder Vasilli Kawe following a late tackle during their Premier Soccer League clash at Rufaro Stadium last Thur...Published: 05 May 2025 at 15:45hrs | 165 | by Staff reporter
Jere led Caps United slip back into relegation zone
CAPS Utd 1 - 2 FC PlatinumHarare – CAPS United's inconsistent Castle Lager Premier Soccer League campaign took another downward turn on Sunday, as they slumped to a 2-1 defeat at the hands...Published: 01 May 2025 at 08:44hrs | 189 | by Staff reporter
Bosso to miss key midfielders for Bikita Minerals clash
Premiership giants Highlanders will be without influential midfielders Melikhaya Ncube and Mason Mushore when they host league newcomers Bikita Minerals at Barbourfields Stadium on Wednesday.T...Published: 29 Apr 2025 at 18:03hrs | 144 | by Staff reporter
Chiyangwa in court for defrauding Guramatunhu of over US$500k in cryptocurrency
A 31-year-old man from Harare, Lloyd Chiyangwa, appeared before regional magistrate Mr. Donald Ndirowei on Friday, facing fresh money laundering charges after allegedly defrauding prominent eye surgeo...Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:17hrs | 170 | by Staff reporter
Dynamos fans disgruntled
Dynamos 0 - 0 Kwekwe UnitedDynamos FC supporters vented their frustration yesterday after their team failed to secure a win against struggling Kwekwe United in a goalless Castle Lager Premiers...Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:14hrs | 50 | by Staff reporter
Woman accuses ex-lover of abuse
A Harare woman has been granted a protection order against her ex-boyfriend, whom she accused of persistent physical abuse and harassment over allegations that she stole US$500 from him.Appear...Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:09hrs | 74 | by Staff reporter
Forgotten giants Dembare fall again
Premiership debutants MWOS continued their sensational start to life in the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League with a 1-0 victory over traditional giants Dynamos on Monday, a result that cemented their po...Published: 22 Apr 2025 at 08:32hrs | 515 | by Staff reporter
Man in dock for killing friend
A 43-year-old man from Kuwadzana was remanded in custody facing allegations of murder after he allegedly killed his friend during a heated dispute while drinking beer together.Terrence Rupiya ...Published: 22 Apr 2025 at 08:10hrs | 327 | by Staff reporter
Dembare's fall from grace continues
Dynamos 0 - 1 Chicken InnThe once-mighty Dynamos are sinking deeper into turmoil. On Sunday, at a sun-drenched Rufaro Stadium brimming with desperate hope, the Glamour Boys delivered yet anoth...Published: 14 Apr 2025 at 09:05hrs | 175 | by Staff reporter
Discord at Scottland
Big-money spenders Scottland FC are under fire from their own fans after another underwhelming performance in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League, with pressure mounting on head coach Tonderai Ndir...Published: 13 Apr 2025 at 09:44hrs | 1015 | by Staff reporter
More pain awaits Chitembwe at BF
He's a legend of CAPS United, a multiple league winner and the only coach to ever guide the Green Machine into the CAF Champions League group stages. But as Lloyd Chitembwe turns 50, the once-revered ...Published: 13 Apr 2025 at 09:43hrs | 148 | by Staff reporter
Kaindu demands defensive discipline
Highlanders head coach Kelvin Kaindu has expressed deep frustration over his team's defensive frailties, warning that the Bulawayo giants must tighten up at the back if they are to mount a serious tit...Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 12:47hrs | 38 | by Staff reporter
Donsa amasokisi Kelvin Kaindu
NGESONTO iHighlanders leCAPS United zivuselela impi yazo eyaqala kudala, kubangwa ukuthi yiphi enkulu kuleyinye kumdlalo wenguqu yeligi yeCastle Lager, eBarbourfields.Loba isizini isaqala, isi...Published: 10 Apr 2025 at 09:08hrs | 136 | by Staff reporter
Fans demand Chitembwexit
Caps United's early-season struggles took a deeper turn on Sunday as they suffered a 2-1 home defeat to high-flying Ngezi Platinum Stars, piling pressure on embattled coach Lloyd Chitembwe and plungin...Published: 07 Apr 2025 at 20:44hrs | 730 | by Staff reporter
2 women arrested for baby trafficking
A 27-year-old Bulawayo woman, Christable Talitha Muringani, has been arrested for allegedly giving up her 12-day-old baby for adoption without adhering to the legal procedures, in violation of the Tra...Published: 03 Apr 2025 at 08:26hrs | 431 | by Staff reporter
Mystery over council's vanished US$4,5m loan deepens
A forensic audit has revealed that Harare City Council's US$4.5 million loan to Harare Quarry Private Limited was advanced without a formal agreement, raising concerns over governance and financial mi...Published: 03 Apr 2025 at 08:16hrs | 284 | by Staff reporter
Zwigananda FC trying to capture Rufaro Stadium
Harare City Councillors have expressed opposition to the City of Harare's plans to enter into a lease agreement with Scottland FC over Rufaro Stadium, citing their dissatisfaction with a similar arran...Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 06:21hrs | 411 | by Staff reporter
Mafume promises ZIFA 40 hectares of land to build stadium
Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume announced on Monday that the city council will provide 40 hectares of land to the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) for the development of Highglen Stadium.The ple...Published: 18 Mar 2025 at 08:41hrs | 295 | by Staff reporter
Ngezi Platinum Stars shine bright against Zwigananda FC
The Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) Week Three action kicks off this afternoon, with six exciting matches scheduled at various venues across the country.Yesterday, Ngezi Platinum Star...Published: 15 Mar 2025 at 12:50hrs | 676 | by Staff reporter
Directors of unregistered voluntary organisation face fresh charges
The directors of Matrix Disciplinary and Training Centre, Tafadzwa Chidawa and Clara Manyapera, appeared before Harare magistrate Rufaro Panavanhu today facing charges of operating a voluntary organis...Published: 15 Mar 2025 at 10:10hrs | 59 | by Staff reporter
Rufaro stadium faces challenges despite reopening
When Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume announced the reopening of Rufaro Stadium last year after four years of closure, there was an air of optimism among football stakeholders.An area that had been t...Published: 11 Mar 2025 at 07:18hrs | 713 | by Staff reporter
Unprofessional Scottland FC fined in debut match
Newly promoted Premier Soccer League (PSL) side Scottland Football Club has been fined a total of US$2,250 for unprofessional conduct during their first league match against Triangle last week....Published: 09 Mar 2025 at 20:01hrs | 4261 | by Staff reporter
Dynamos goal drought continues
Herentals 0 - 0 DynamosHarare giants Dynamos continued to struggle in front of goal, extending their goalless streak to 180 minutes after playing out a 0-0 draw against Herentals at Rufaro Sta...Published: 09 Mar 2025 at 13:13hrs | 42 | by Staff reporter
Nees finalising Zimbabwe Warriors Squad for FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers
Warriors coach Michael Nees is in the final stages of selecting his squad for Zimbabwe's upcoming FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Benin and Nigeria. The German tactician has been closely monito...Published: 09 Mar 2025 at 13:12hrs | 292 | by Staff reporter
Cashier in court for diverting funeral policy funds
A 21-year-old man from Kandava Village under Chief Seke has appeared before the court for allegedly misappropriating funeral policy funds amounting to US$22,385 for personal use.Cuthbert Munya...Published: 07 Mar 2025 at 06:53hrs | 161 | by Staff reporter
Bosso coach makes excuses
Highlanders coach Kelvin Kaindu believes his team's poor pre-season preparations contributed to their disappointing 0-1 away defeat against league newcomers MWOS on Sunday afternoon.Kaindu's s...Published: 03 Mar 2025 at 12:34hrs | 349 | by Staff reporter
Chinese arrested for possessing rhino horns
A 62-year-old Chinese national appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court facing charges of possessing rhino horns valued at US$360,000.Harare magistrate Sheunesu Matova remanded Lin Wang i...Published: 25 Feb 2025 at 07:01hrs | 431 | by Staff reporter
Wife stabs husband to death
A 29-year-old woman from Harare, Prisca Takaza, appeared in court on Friday facing charges of murder after allegedly fatally stabbing her husband during a domestic dispute. Takaza was remanded in cust...Published: 23 Feb 2025 at 09:57hrs | 727 | by Staff reporter
Duo hack Access Forex system, steal $220, 000
A Mutare man and his accomplice appeared in court yesterday facing allegations of hacking into the Access Forex system and fraudulently withdrawing US$220,000 last year.Ngonidzashe Lison Dhubi...Published: 22 Feb 2025 at 09:31hrs | 742 | by Staff reporter
Arresting officer fails to appear, trial postponed
The trial of three civic society leaders accused of protesting outside the Harare Magistrates' Court against the arrest of Jameson Timba and 78 other Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) activists has ...Published: 18 Feb 2025 at 14:19hrs | 461 | by Staff reporter
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