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Beitbridge inmate wins Zimbabwe's Mr Ugly Pageant Competition
ONE of Beitbridge's prisoner walked away with R 1 200 for winning the Mr Ugly Pageant Competition.In a statement on X, the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS), the inmate Mathew M...Published: 03 Mar 2024 at 20:08hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt neglects Matebeleland roads, to focus on other regions
The last gaps in the Harare-Masvingo-Beitbridge highway are the primary target on the Government's infrastructure programme this year, while the modernisation of Forbes and Nyamapanda border posts is ...Published: 08 Jan 2024 at 05:30hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa et al are hell bent on participating in flawed 2023 out of greed. What's in it for povo?
Zimbabwe's 2008 elections were a watershed elections in that Zanu PF's power to rig elections was exposed in its ugliest and graphic details. Ever since Zimbabwe's independence in 1980, the co...Published: 24 Feb 2023 at 15:25hrs | | by Wilbert Mukori
More evil to visit Zimbabwe under Mnangagwa
THE ousting of former President Robert Mugabe by political and military elites will result in more of the same abuse of Zimbabweans unless the Sadc joins forces with world powers to effect real change...Published: 22 Jan 2019 at 08:53hrs | 2 | by Mondli Makhanya
Nelson Chamisa's Attitude Problem
Manifestos are often mundane policy heavy affairs. The launches are produced with much fanfare, and policies are thrown around from housing to health, infrastructure to ICT. Policies which...Published: 08 Jun 2018 at 09:14hrs | | by Jealousy Dutiro
Joe Biden threatens Donald Trump with physical assault
US President Donald Trump lashed out at Joe Biden for wanting "beat the hell out of him", saying on Thursday that the former vice president "would go down fast and hard, crying all the way".Th...Published: 22 Mar 2018 at 12:42hrs | | by AP
When ugliness becomes a source of livelihood
After being crowned Mr Ugly for two consecutive years, William Masvinu went into comfort zone. Despite the prize money being as little as $100, Masvinu landed some deals with some local companies - a ...Published: 10 Dec 2017 at 06:04hrs | | by Jairos Saunyama
Masvinu wins Mr Ugly contest again
Five times Mr Ugly winner William Masvinu took the title he lost last year to Maison Sere in controversial circumstances during this year's edition of the competition held over the weekend in Ruwa. Th...Published: 05 Dec 2017 at 05:19hrs | | by Staff reporter
I hope Mnangagwa has courage to address Gukurahundi issue - NPP official
National People's Party spokesperson Methuseli Moyo has said he wished that the new president Emmerson Mnangagwa would as soon as possible address the Gukurahundi issue.In his inaugural speech...Published: 28 Nov 2017 at 08:07hrs | | by Stephen Jakes
Zimbabweans' fate now rests with men whose 'arms are covered in blood right up to the armpits'
The ousting of President Robert Mugabe by political and military elites will result in more of the same abuse of Zimbabweans unless t...Published: 19 Nov 2017 at 15:59hrs | | by Mondli Makhanya
Mr ugly returns
After failing to host the event last year, organisers of the Mr Ugly pageant are gearing for this year's provincial finals which are set to kick off next month.Followers of the comic "beauty p...Published: 30 Jun 2017 at 06:10hrs | | by Staff reporter
On Mugabe's lavish bash at a time of great suffering
President Robert Mugabe is soon to wine and dine with a potion of his supporters at a time the nation is reeling under myriad problems. Just like last year the lavish bash will be held at a ...Published: 27 Feb 2017 at 09:25hrs | 2 | by Nqobizitha Dumakude Khumalo
On Mugabe's lavish bash at a time of great suffering for the nation
President Robert Mugabe is soon to wine and dine with a potion of his supporters at a time the nation is reeling under myriad problems. Just like last year the lavish bash will be held at a time...Published: 20 Feb 2017 at 19:32hrs | | by Nqobizitha Dumakude Khumalo
Saidi a journalistic giant among midgets
Yesterday a legend of newspaper journalism in Zambia and Zimbabwe was laid to rest in the city of Kitwe, in the Republic of Zambia, where he died two days into the New Year last week while visiting....Published: 10 Jan 2017 at 05:49hrs | | by Geoffrey Nyarota
Man dates 9 girlfriends, leaks pictures to spite wife
A HARARE woman says she is losing sleep after losing her husband who is now humiliating her by posting pictures of several girlfriends on WhatsApp.The woman, only identified as Mai Tinashe...Published: 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mugabe on his way out?
Hundreds of young protesters dragged logs into the streets of Zimbabwe's capital city, lighting fires to block motorists and dancing animatedly around a pink placard that screamed, "WE WANT ELECTORAL ...Published: 03 Sep 2016 at 19:03hrs | | by Tendai Marima I FP
Mr Ugly Bulawayo finale postponed
THE competition to find the ugliest looking man in Bulawayo has been postponed to next month after sponsors highlighted they needed more time to make the event a blockbuster on the city's entertainmen...Published: 18 Aug 2016 at 06:17hrs | | by Bongani Ndlovu
Bulawayo to crown ugliest man
BULAWAYO will on August 19 crown the ugliest man in the city as the dates for the Mr Ugly Zimbabwe provincial finals have been announced by organisers.Cecil Hotel, the venue of the auditions, ...Published: 25 Jul 2016 at 07:00hrs | | by Bongani Ndlovu
Ugly men rare in Bulawayo
Auditions for the ugliest man in Bulawayo begin today in the city.Last month, not a single suitable ugly man made the grade in the auditions.At least 12 contestants will be cast from B...Published: 22 Jul 2016 at 08:09hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
'I will be Mr Ugly till death'
Former Mr Ugly pageant winner William Masvinu has vowed to reclaim his title and reign till death.Masvinu is adamant that he was robed of the title by reigning champion Maison Sere....Published: 23 Jun 2016 at 09:16hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo braces for Mr Ugly contest
Bulawayo's ugliest will this year get a chance to walk away with the Zimbabwe Mr Ugly title, with the popular pageant set to hold its provincial finals in the City of Kings at the beginning of next mo...Published: 21 May 2016 at 06:59hrs | | by Staff Reporter
Mnangagwa will take over
After months of suffering a savage and relentless mauling at the hands of the Generation 40 (G40) group within the warring Zanu-PF, allies of embattled Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa have their tai...Published: 25 Apr 2016 at 07:30hrs | | by Staff reporter
South Africa to host Mr Ugly Africa
Preparations for the inaugural Mr Ugly Africa have gathered momentum with organisers confirming that the pageant will take place at Sandton Convention Centre in South Africa next year. This comes afte...Published: 16 Dec 2015 at 07:35hrs | | by Bornwise Mtonzi
Taking another well-deserved break, Cdes?
Dear Cabinet and Politburo membersCOMRADES, since our party's restructuring exercise is going smoothly in all the provinces, naturally helped by the star rallies that Dr Amai is conducting, I ...Published: 26 Nov 2015 at 10:25hrs | | by CZ
Reasons why 'former' Mr Ugly lost revealed
ORGANISERS of the Mr Ugly contest are struggling to explain why William Masvinu lost his title to a front toothless Maison Sere.Sere was beaten by Masvinu two years ago and many say there was ...Published: 26 Nov 2015 at 05:22hrs | | by Staff reporter
Debate over Mr Ugly 2015 winner, can someone enhance his ugliness?
There has been an outcry by fans over the criteria used by judges to select Mr Ugly 2015 in a contest that was held over the weekend at City Sports Bar. This year's title was grabbed by front ...Published: 25 Nov 2015 at 05:15hrs | | by Bornwise Mtonzi
WATCH: Zimbabwe's Mr Ugly contest
Zimbabwe's competition for the ugliest man has been plagued by allegations of cheating, after the winner was accused of being too handsome.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBhC8F8QQK8Mi...Published: 23 Nov 2015 at 18:10hrs | | by AFP
Mr Ugly pageant turns ugly
A 42-year-old unemployed man was crowned Zimbabwe's ugliest man at a pub pageant in Harare -- but the contest turned ugly when the runner-up accused judges of bias.Maison Sere, who was missing...Published: 21 Nov 2015 at 16:34hrs | | by AFP
'I will retain my title,' says Mr Ugly
Reigning Mr Ugly William Masvinu, who will defend his title at the City Sports Bar on Friday, says the pageant will remain his domain for years to come.Masvinu will defend his title as "Zimbab...Published: 17 Nov 2015 at 20:31hrs | | by Staff reporter
AU - ICC stand-off: Justice and Peace Paradigms
A Speech by Dr Gorden Moyo made at the Bulawayo Agenda Dialogue Series-23 June 2015The current stand-off between the African Union (AU) and the Interna...Published: 23 Jun 2015 at 20:47hrs | 5 | by Dr Gorden Moyo
Zanu-PF faction leaders living in fear as siege mood grips the party
THE movers and shakers in Zanu-PF's factional fights are living in constant fear in the wake of escalating incidents of violence in several parts of the country, the Financial Gazette reported. ...Published: 27 Nov 2014 at 10:34hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF burning ahead of congress
The movers and shakers in Zanu-PF's factional fights are living in constant fear in the wake of escalating incidents of violence in several parts of the country. The paper says tensions ar...Published: 27 Nov 2014 at 07:45hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mr Ugly competition coming to the City of Kings and Queens
BULAWAYO is regarded as a City of Kings and Queens. Kings and queens are never considered ugly.That is why the rising phenomenon of seeking the ugliest man in the country has mainly gained pop...Published: 27 Oct 2013 at 01:59hrs | 2 | by Staff Reporter
Mr Ugly contest returns
Preparations for the fourth edition of Mr Ugly contest are on course, organisers have said.The contest, which seeks to choose Zimbabwe's ugliest face, is scheduled to take place at Pagomo Heig...Published: 05 Jun 2013 at 03:16hrs | | by Thupeyo Muleya
Ugliness craze moves to Tsholotsho
UGLINESS in Zimbabwe is slowly proving to be a lucrative opportunity, in direct contrast to the scenario years ago, where it was seen as a curse.Tsholotsho Resource Committee yesterday announ...Published: 26 Jun 2012 at 09:03hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
World's Ugliest Dog crowned
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Mr Ugly turns uglier
THE search for the most hideous looking man in the country has turned uglier, with the original Mr Ugly organiser accusing Harare organisers of "stealing our brainchild".Lovemore Chonzi, the i...Published: 16 Jun 2012 at 12:08hrs | | by Entertainment reporter
Mr ugly 2012 crowned
William Masvinu was on Monday night crowned Mr Ugly Harare 2012 at a colourful contest held at City Sports Bar in the capital.The 38-year-old Epworth man was apparently confident his looks wo...Published: 29 May 2012 at 18:44hrs | | by Staff reporter
World's Ugliest Dog Dies at 15
A 15-year-old Chinese crested and Chihuahua mix dog dubbed 'The World's Ugliest' has died her owner announced today.Yoda, winner of the 2011 World's Ugliest Dog contest, held annually in Cali...Published: 15 Mar 2012 at 13:27hrs | | by Moyo Roy
Ugliest animals around world
Here are photos of some of the ugliest animals on earth: ...Published: 13 Mar 2012 at 06:09hrs | | by Moyo Roy
The hunt for Zimbabwe's Mr Ugly 2012 begins
The hunt for Mr Ugly 2012 is on.The contest, which crowns the ugliest man in Zimbabwe, enters its fourth year under the theme "The Beauty of Ugliness".Austin Mbewe, 30, from the city o...Published: 16 Feb 2012 at 08:41hrs | | by Alois Sibanda
Mr Ugly has always been a hit with ladies, has a girlfriend
Austin Mbewe, the Zimbabwean man who last weekend took the coveted title of Mr Ugly, says he has always been a hit with the ladies.Mbewe (22) was chosen by a panel of women as this year's w...Published: 14 Jun 2011 at 07:50hrs | | by Ndou Paul
Zimbabwe's ugliest man crowned
ZIMBABWE'S most ugly man was crowned here on Saturday night at Pagomo Heights Leisure Centre in a fun-filled occasion attended by hundreds of people, some of them from as far as Bulawayo and Harare. ...Published: 02 Jun 2011 at 18:41hrs | 17 | by TM
Mobile Phones - 2010 in Review: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
As 2010 comes to a close, we present our traditional line-up of what we think are the best, worst and ugliest handsets to be launched this year. ...Published: 23 Dec 2010 at 04:24hrs | 1 | by Byo24
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