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More trouble for Zimbabwe as Trump makes return
The incoming administration of Donald Trump in the United States has sparked significant interest across Africa, as analysts speculate on how his second presidency will affect the continent's security...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 12:34hrs | 765 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa congratulates incoming Ghana President-elect
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who also serves as the Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Ghana's President-elect, John Drama...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:21hrs | 122 | by Staff reporter
Themba Gorimbo eyes comeback after setback at UFC 310
Zimbabwean UFC welterweight fighter Themba Gorimbo is already looking to the future following a disappointing loss to Vicente Luque at UFC 310 on Saturday. Despite suffering a swift defeat, Gorimbo re...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:49hrs | 586 | by Staff reporter
9 vie for Zifa top post
As the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) prepares for its presidential election on January 25, at least nine candidates have formally expressed their interest in running for the coveted position....Published: 04 Dec 2024 at 06:56hrs | 1279 | by Staff reporter
Mzembi calls for opposition unity to challenge Zanu-PF rule
Former Foreign Affairs Minister Walter Mzembi has urged Zimbabwe's opposition parties and leaders to set aside personal ambitions and entitlement to unite against the ruling ZANU-PF regime. Mzembi, wh...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 13:30hrs | 475 | by `
Edgar Lungu, the Tonse Coalition, and Zambia's political landscape: A clash of visions ahead of the 2026 elections
As Zambia gears up for the 2026 elections, the country's political scene is increasingly defined by the emerging rivalry between former President Edgar Lungu and current President Hakainde Hichilema, ...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 12:28hrs | 655 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
'Trump Presidency to hurt Zimbabwe's trade, investments'
Zimbabwe's trade and investment prospects could face significant challenges following United States President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariff policies, according to an analysis by FBC Securities....Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 07:13hrs | 2295 | by Staff reporter
Julius Malema's EFF implodes
South Africa's radical opposition party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), appears to be on a downward spiral after another high-profile member defected to ex-President Jacob Zuma's party.D...Published: 09 Nov 2024 at 20:43hrs | 2184 | by Staff reporter
Uproar in Ghana after president unveils his own statue
Ghana's outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo is facing a backlash on social media after he unveiled a statue of himself during a tour of the country's Western Region.The monument is intended to ...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 07:14hrs | 672 | by Staff reporter
Donald J Trump's political Houdini act dazzles Kamala Harris
Donald J. Trump completed the greatest political comeback in modern U.S. history in the early hours of Wednesday, claiming enough electoral votes to defeat Vice President Kamala Harris and return to t...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 11:49hrs | 684 | by Staff reporter
Rising star from Tokwana village aims to dominate Kalanga hip-hop scene
Growing up in the rugged landscape of Tokwana village in Bulilima District, Matabeleland South, Praise Muleya, known by his stage name TyzaSlimtee, dreamed of stepping into the limelight and bringing ...Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 16:21hrs | 308 | by Staff reporter
Warrior stares at early CHAN exit after being thrashed by Eswatini
Zimbabwe 0 - 3 EswatiniZimbabwe's hopes for a successful campaign in the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament were dealt a severe blow yesterday, as a young and relatively inexperienced s...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 06:55hrs | 212 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa announces impending 'god-ordained' political comeback
Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) president Nelson Chamisa has announced plans for a significant political comeback, asserting that his return to the political arena is divinely inspired and ...Published: 27 Oct 2024 at 12:31hrs | 1510 | by Staff reporter
Party spoilers stun Simba Bhora
The race for the 2024 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League title will extend into November after league leaders Simba Bhora suffered a shocking last-minute 1-0 defeat to Herentals at Rufaro Stadium, del...Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 12:18hrs | 149 | by Staff reporter
Peter Ndlovu wants ex-Chiefs star Musona out of retirement
Mamelodi Sundowns legend Peter Ndlovu has made a public call for former Kaizer Chiefs star Knowledge Musona to come out of international retirement and rejoin the Zimbabwe national football team, The ...Published: 11 Oct 2024 at 16:52hrs | 1073 | by Staff reporter
Hichilema alarmed by prospects of defeat and prosecution for corruption
When Zambia experienced democratic backsliding between 2011 and 2021, the deliberate use of legal mechanisms to weaken opposition parties played a central role. Lawfare has been a constant theme of Za...Published: 07 Oct 2024 at 17:08hrs | 2638 | by Sishuwa Sishuwa
CAPS United stun Dynamos in dramatic derby comeback
Dynamos 1 - 2 CAPS UnitedCAPS United ended a five-year wait for Harare derby glory with a dramatic late comeback, defeating rivals Dynamos 2-1 in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League showdown at...Published: 07 Oct 2024 at 07:53hrs | 339 | by Staff reporter
Hwange show resilience in relegation battle
Hwange 2 - 2 FC PlatinumRelegation-threatened Hwange displayed immense fighting spirit as they came from behind to secure a crucial 2-2 draw with former champions FC Platinum at the Colliery Stadi...Published: 07 Oct 2024 at 07:50hrs | 55 | by Staff reporter
Musona , Nees in comeback talks
After Khama Billiat's sensational comeback to the Zimbabwe national football team, fans are eagerly speculating whether his former teammate and skipper Knowledge Musona could be persuaded to make a si...Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 11:22hrs | 263 | by Staff reporter
Bosso fall at Mandava despite brave second-half comeback
FC Platinum 1-0 HighlandersHighlanders coach, Kelvin Kaindu, was left frustrated after his team's valiant second-half effort failed to compensate for their poor first-half display in a 1-0 defeat ...Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 11:12hrs | 116 | by Staff reporter
Hichilema suspends judges who ruled in favour of rival in Zambia
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has suspended three top judges over alleged judicial misconduct, prompting accusations of political interference in the judiciary.In 2016, the three Const...Published: 25 Sep 2024 at 11:15hrs | 1042 | by Staff reporter
Is Justice Chinamora's comeback a bad omen for Zimbabwean justice?
In Zimbabwe, we have become accustomed to those embroiled in controversy and transgression in their professional conduct being somehow rewarded by the ruling establishment. However, the choice...Published: 19 Sep 2024 at 20:54hrs | 1074 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Kaindu throws in towel
Highlanders have seen their Castle Lager Premier Soccer League title ambitions take a major hit following a 3-2 defeat to CAPS United at Rufaro Stadium on Sunday. The loss has left Bosso in fifth plac...Published: 18 Sep 2024 at 08:13hrs | 911 | by Staff reporter
Highlanders fail to deliver promised birthday gift to Mnangagwa
Bulawayo giants Highlanders FC were unable to fulfill their promise of a victory as a birthday gift to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who turned 82 today. Despite their intentions to celebrate the occa...Published: 15 Sep 2024 at 19:58hrs | 3336 | by Staff reporter
CAPS United stage remarkable comeback to stun Highlanders
Caps United 3 - 2 HighlandersIn a dramatic clash at Rufaro Stadium, CAPS United came from two goals down to defeat Highlanders 3-2 in a thrilling encounter that saw a late winner deep into stoppag...Published: 15 Sep 2024 at 19:49hrs | 582 | by Staff reporter
Ntando van Moyo gig
Finally, it's happening!After disappointing fans with a postponed event, renowned comedian Ntando Van Moyo (pictured) is poised to make a grand comeback with a solo performance on 28 September...Published: 06 Sep 2024 at 07:59hrs | 147 | by Staff reporter
Malema calls McKenzie a 'bandit', McKenzie hits back with 'cockroach' slur
Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie has retaliated against EFF leader Julius Malema for referring to him as a "lepantiti" (jailbird). McKenzie described Malema as a "cockroach"....Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 11:54hrs | 623 | by Staff reporter
Khama Billiat haunts Kenya
Kenya's national football coach, Engin Firat, is concerned about the return of Zimbabwe's star forward, Khama Billiat, who is set to make his comeback in an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier aga...Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 07:20hrs | 5641 | by Staff reporter
Nelson Chamisa: The Biblical Joshua that never was
With Zimbabwe being largely a Christian nation where religion and politics are juxtaposed, the former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa touted himself as the Biblical Joshua sa...Published: 31 Aug 2024 at 11:17hrs | 644 | by Brighton Chiseva
Zimbabwe Warriors squad named
Warriors coach Michael Nees has named a 23-man squad for the upcoming AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Kenya and Cameroon, emphasizing that he is not interested in experiments for these crucial matches. ...Published: 27 Aug 2024 at 07:43hrs | 564 | by Staff reporter
Zambabwe Sables survive Uganda Cranes onslaught
Zimbabwe 22 - 20 UgandaZIMBABWE senior men's rugby team put up a brave show which saw them narrowly beating hosts Uganda 22-20 in a quarter final match of the Rugby Africa Cup played Saturday at M...Published: 21 Jul 2024 at 10:07hrs | 131 | by Staff reporter
How ANC can use election disappointment to bounce back
In the wake of the 2024 South African elections, the African National Congress (ANC) faces a challenge similar to Zanu-PF's experience in Zimbabwe following the 2008 elections. The ANC has los...Published: 08 Jun 2024 at 12:55hrs | 13 | by Stanford Chiwanga
Hichilema places ex-Zambian President under house arrest?
Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu has said that he was "practically under house arrest", accusing police of a plot to forcefully detain him "for no reason".Mr Lungu said police were mobili...Published: 26 May 2024 at 21:30hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa not focusing on succession, says Mutsvangwa
Christopher Mutsvangwa, the Zanu-PF party spokesperson, stated yesterday that succession is not a priority for President Emmerson Mnangagwa or the Zanu-PF party. He emphasized to journalists that ther...Published: 21 May 2024 at 08:31hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Council boss blows thousands on bling
Chiredzi Council, which is struggling to deliver standard services to its 300 000plus residents, is in the eye of a storm following revelations that the local authority could be pampering its executiv...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 17:56hrs | 92 | by Staff reporter
Ignatius Chombo plots dramatic political renaissance
THERE was excitement among Zanu-PF activists on Sunday following the official announcement of former long-serving Local Government minister, Ignatius Chombo's return to the party after a five-year hia...Published: 27 Mar 2024 at 06:35hrs | | by Staff reporter
Chiwenga's wife takes over Miss Universe Zimbabwe
MINIYOTHABO Baloyi-Chiwenga, the wife of Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga was announced as the new chairperson of the Miss Universe Zimbabwe.After a long hiatus from the international stage...Published: 24 Mar 2024 at 14:37hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe clinch Four Nations final spot
Zimbabwe secured their berth in the final of the Four Nations Tournament with a heart-stopping victory over Zambia in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw in regulation time at Bingu Stadium....Published: 23 Mar 2024 at 20:32hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Chiwenga tightens army grip amid succession manoeuvres
ZIMBABWEAN Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga - a politically ambitious retired commander of the defence forces - has formally tightened his grip on the military as new Air Force of Zimbabwe boss Air...Published: 21 Mar 2024 at 08:47hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
EXCLUSIVE: Jameson Timba; Chibaya to wrestle CCC from Welshman Ncube...as Chamisa plots comeback
Nelson Chamisa’s lieutenants led by Jameson Timba are this Friday expected to set in motion their "Blue Movement Moments" working plan whose first phase is wrestling the party from the Welshman Ncub...Published: 21 Mar 2024 at 08:11hrs | | by George Tshuma
Edgar Lungu calls for early election in Zambia
Zambia's ex-President, Edgar Lungu, has urged citizens to demand an early election, alleging that his successor, Hakainde Hichilema (HH), has mismanaged the nation's economy.Lungu also critici...Published: 11 Mar 2024 at 18:18hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Warriors face Nakamba blow
LUTON TOWN manager Rob Edwards has given a bleak assessment of Warriors captain Marvelous Nakamba's recovery progress, hinting the player may miss the remainder of the campaign.If Nakamba fail...Published: 28 Feb 2024 at 06:29hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Popular football matches for all-time
Football, known as soccer in some regions, has a rich history filled with unforgettable matches that have captivated audiences worldwide. These matches have left an indelible mark on the sport and its...Published: 27 Feb 2024 at 15:29hrs | 29 | by Staff Reporter
Cleopas Dube wants Bosso comeback
FORMER Highlanders striker Cleopas "Balotelli" Dube is inching closer to a comeback amid revelations that he is training with the Bulawayo football giants.An impeccable source told this public...Published: 25 Feb 2024 at 07:15hrs | | by Staff reporter
David Coltart must not resign for Chamisa
Since the resignation of Nelson Chamisa as President of the CCC, and from the party itself, on Thursday the 25th January, followed by the subsequent resignation from Parliament of some respected colle...Published: 05 Feb 2024 at 18:17hrs | | by David Coltart,
Govt, stakeholders urged to accelerate water and sanitation programmes
GOVERNMENT and stakeholders have been implored to accelerate change in tackling the worsening sanitation crisis in the country to arrest the outbreak of cholera and other waterborne diseases.T...Published: 06 Dec 2023 at 16:17hrs | 16 | by Stephen Jakes
Kalanga festival returns after Covid-19 induced break
AFTER a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Luswingo Kalanga Cultural Festival is set to make a comeback next month. The festival, which celebrates the rich and diverse culture of the Ba...Published: 25 Nov 2023 at 07:43hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter
Insimbi ZeZhwane's triumphant return
AMID a palpable buzz of anticipation, over 2 000 fans packed Palace Hotel Gardens on Friday last week to witness a triumphant comeback by Insimbi ZeZhwane, just three months after the tragic loss of t...Published: 24 Nov 2023 at 05:47hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Fastjet suspends Victoria Falls-Maun route due to low bookings
Zimbabwe's low-cost airline, Fastjet, has suspended its flights from Victoria Falls to Botswana's tourism capital, Maun, just a year after launching the then seemingly lucrative route in June 2022....Published: 23 Nov 2023 at 05:38hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Caps United escape drop zone
Caps United 3 - 2 Bulawayo ChiefsCaps United secured their place in the top-flight league with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Bulawayo Chiefs in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League. Willi...Published: 10 Nov 2023 at 06:46hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter
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