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Sir Wicknell, actually you're the poorest man in Zimbabwe!
When I read a recent diatribe by self-proclaimed businessman Wicknell Chivayo, I felt like puking.He exhibited zero shame berating and disparaging legendary musician Thomas Mapfumo, as well as...Published: 27 Mar 2024 at 08:12hrs | 3471 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mnangagwa personal history mystery
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa's origins and personal history is as clear as mud claims The Newshawks.There are many stories about Mnangagwa's roots and this is now subject to scrutin...Published: 26 Mar 2024 at 06:43hrs | 2816 | by Staff reporter
Nicholas Zakaria told to go and see Victor by Chivayo
Legendary Sungura musician Nicholas "Madzibaba" Zakaria is the latest artiste to receive a car gift from controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo. Posting on his social media pages from Duba...Published: 25 Mar 2024 at 18:45hrs | 838 | by Staff reporter
Peter Ndlovu celebrates 51st birthday
SOUTH Africa-based Zimbabwe football legends have hailed former Warriors captain Peter Ndlovu for the role he played and continues to play in the development of the game in the country. Ndlovu...Published: 28 Feb 2024 at 18:52hrs | 851 | 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 | 370 | by Staff Reporter
Heat's double champ claims Adebayo tops Davis in defense
In the National Basketball Association (NBA), heated debates about player rankings are never-ending. Recently, these discussions have been stirred up by Norris Cole, a two-time Miami Heat champion. ...Published: 26 Feb 2024 at 21:12hrs | 91 | by Staff Reporter
Themba Gorimbo blasts Sports Minister Kirsty Coventry again
Themba "The Answer" Gorimbo, Zimbabwe's sole Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) representative, has once again criticized Sports Minister Kirsty Coventry, expressing his dis...Published: 21 Feb 2024 at 16:52hrs | 660 | by Staff reporter
The ambiguous essence of Valentine's day
As social beings wired for celebration, human life is marked by various milestones. Births are celebrated, puberty initiations are observed in some cultures, weddings announce unions, and even divorce...Published: 12 Feb 2024 at 11:44hrs | 318 | by Bishop John Carter
Best Defenders of the Modern Football World
Football defenders are unwavering guards whose incredible dedication and skill affect the outcome of every game. They are the backbone that teams rely on in the most critical moments and a key factor ...Published: 23 Jan 2024 at 20:47hrs | 599 | by Staff Reporter
Music that doesn't speak for the oppressed is not really music!
Of late, we have witnessed divided opinions on our music legend Winky D (Wallace Chirumiko).This is on account of his recent songs, which have mainly touched on the social injustices faced by ...Published: 05 Jan 2024 at 20:12hrs | 512 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
'Today's defenders are sissies'
DOUGLAS Mloyi and Henry Jones, two former Highlanders defenders believe today's defenders are too soft.Mloyi and Jones played alongside each other in 1981 and 1982. They were part of a defence...Published: 05 Jan 2024 at 06:00hrs | 383 | by Staff reporter
Mbongeni Ngema dies in Eastern Cape car crash
Tributes have been pouring in for legendary South African playwright, musician and creator of the iconic South African play Sarafina! Mbongeni Ngema following his passing.The 68-year-old Ngema...Published: 28 Dec 2023 at 07:37hrs | 820 | by Staff reporter
Memories of Christmas Joy: A 1983 Christmas in Rural Filabusi with Solomon Skuza's Banolila
In the soft glow of the Zimbabwean sun in 1983, a ten-year-old in rural Filabusi under Chief Maduna eagerly anticipated the most enchanting day of the year - Christmas. Rooted in tradition and surroun...Published: 24 Dec 2023 at 15:34hrs | 700 | by Godlwayo Mahlabayithwale
ZimDaily recycling a discredited historical myth
While most progressive Zimbabweans are genuinely outraged by renegade political activist Sengezo Tshabangu's calculated and determined assault on democracy at the behest of forces of darkness by disru...Published: 15 Dec 2023 at 09:32hrs | 446 | by Dumisani Muleya
Zimbabwe Warriors risk losing Brito
The Warriors risk losing coach Baltemar Brito as his contract with Zifa lapses at the end of this month.Zifa rode on Brito's contract with Highlanders which also ends on December 31 and now ha...Published: 06 Dec 2023 at 05:07hrs | 6547 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe showbiz awards rigged?
HOLLYWOOD actor Denzel Washington once said, "man gives an award, God gives the reward", which suggests the thought of the validity and relevance of awards ceremonies and the worth of the gongs....Published: 04 Dec 2023 at 07:36hrs | 360 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean singer crowned best gospel artiste in Mzansi
BULAWAYO-BASED gospel musician Canaan Nyathi was crowned the best gospel artiste at a colourful Crown Gospel Awards ceremony held in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, on Sunday.The Crown Go...Published: 29 Nov 2023 at 05:11hrs | 1398 | by Staff reporter
Godolude to launch Walikhaba Walichaphisa on Friday
Fast-rising Rhumba/Tshibilika musician, Godolude is set to launch his sixth album titled Walikhaba Walichaphisa in Plumtree town on Friday.The album will be launched at Kondabayakhe nightclub ...Published: 27 Nov 2023 at 14:22hrs | 108 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa grants Rahman Gumbo state-assisted funeral
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has accorded late Rahman Gumbo a state assisted funeral as Zanu-PF appeared Wednesday to have hijacked the Zimbabwe national football team and Highlanders legend's funeral...Published: 16 Nov 2023 at 05:57hrs | 1727 | by Staff reporter
Hwange National Park gets new tourism complex
Construction has started of a tourism complex at Hwange National Park, which is expected to improve security and re-ignite the tourism potential of Zimbabwe's largest protected area.Constructi...Published: 22 Oct 2023 at 10:41hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans rejects Mbuya Nehanda note as inflation soars
Vendors and some retailers in Harare are now refusing to accept the ZW$50 banknote introduced in 2021 by Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor John Mangudya. This refusal is unsurprising as the note...Published: 05 Oct 2023 at 19:50hrs | 998 | by Staff reporter
Insimbi ZeZhwane honoured
The upcoming seventh edition of the Roil Bulawayo Arts Awards (BAA) goes beyond mere celebration; it serves as a heartfelt tribute. This year, the BAA aims to pay homage to the late members of the tal...Published: 03 Oct 2023 at 06:15hrs | 176 | by Staff reporter
Challenging the Throne: Who can dethrone LeBron James from Basketball Olympus?
In basketball, LeBron James has reigned supreme for over a decade. His unparalleled skills, unmatched versatility, and unwavering determination have propelled him to the sport's summit, earning him th...Published: 29 Sep 2023 at 19:07hrs | 331 | by Staff Reporter
Zanu-PF has destroyed Zimbabwe soccer, says Mucherahowa
United Kingdom-based former Zimbabwe national football team player and Dynamos captain Memory Mucherahowa says Zanu PF has destroyed soccer in the country and everything else - people's lives, familie...Published: 24 Sep 2023 at 12:10hrs | 2091 | by Staff reporter
Legendary author praises learners for passion for Ndebele language
Prominent author Barbra Makhalisa has commended the enthusiastic interest shown by students in preserving the isiNdebele language. Makhalisa made these remarks as the guest of honor at the Ndebele Lit...Published: 23 Sep 2023 at 20:51hrs | 282 | by Staff reporter
Bosso under spotlight for wrong reasons
At the end of July, Highlanders were basking in a moment of joy and appeared unbeatable. Under the guidance of their coach, Brito, who had been named Coach of the Month, they had achieved five consecu...Published: 17 Sep 2023 at 07:46hrs | 95 | by Staff reporter
Another former Dembare executive dies
The world of domestic football has suffered another loss this week with the passing of former Premier Soccer League board member and former Dynamos Treasurer, Harrison Mbewe, at the age of 81. Mr. Mbe...Published: 14 Sep 2023 at 12:03hrs | 682 | by Staff reporter
Heath Streak gets State assisted funeral
LEGENDARY cricketer, Heath Streak, who passed away last weekend and was cremated as per his wishes, will get a State assisted funeral in recognition of his contributions to the development of the game...Published: 07 Sep 2023 at 19:06hrs | 956 | by Staff reporter
Cricket greats salute Streak
CRICKET greats from all over the world have paid tribute to legendary all-rounder, Heath Streak who succumbed to cancer on Sunday.The former Zimbabwe captain and coach died at the age of 49....Published: 05 Sep 2023 at 06:21hrs | 300 | by Staff reporter
Madinda Ndlovu mourns Heath Streak
FORMER Highlanders FC and Zimbabwe tear away winger Madinda Ndlovu today joined the rest of the world in mourning Heath Streak. Streak died at the age of 49 on Sunday morning after a battle wi...Published: 04 Sep 2023 at 21:20hrs | 572 | by Staff reporter
Mugabe apologist raps Chissano over Mumba
SELF-EXILED former Cabinet minister Saviour Kasukuwere has rapped former Mozambican President Joaquim Chissano for criticising head of the Southern African Development Community Electoral Observer Mis...Published: 29 Aug 2023 at 07:09hrs | 1473 | by Staff reporter
'Heath Streak not dead'
The SPORTS AND RECREATION COMMISSION has issued a statement saying FORMER Zimbabwe cricket captain and coach Heath Hilton Streak who some publications this morning reported that he had died is still a...Published: 23 Aug 2023 at 06:34hrs | 236 | by Staff reporter
Simon Chimbetu to be remembered in Guruve
The legendary Orchestra Dendere Kings boss Simon "Chopper" Chimbetu will be remembered in Guruve on Saturday (today).His son Sulumani "Captain" Chimbetu will take his band at Guruve hotel wher...Published: 12 Aug 2023 at 18:38hrs | 176 | by Staff Reporter
Brito for Warriors job?
SUCCESS stories often arise from the innovative minds and masterful strategies of football coaches who possess the ability to transform under-performing teams into formidable contenders.Such i...Published: 12 Aug 2023 at 07:50hrs | 19 | by Staff reporter
Bosso's brilliant performances attracts the attention of Jose Mourinho
HIGHLANDERS' brilliant start to the campaign under Portuguese coach Baltemar Brito has attracted the attention of legendary Chelsea and Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho.Bosso, whose un...Published: 07 Aug 2023 at 06:38hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean music is more than Chimurenga!
IN June 2023, the America-based National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS) which organises arguably the most respected, well-known and much sought-after music awards in the world, the Gra...Published: 04 Aug 2023 at 06:42hrs | 36 | by Tonderai Chiyindiko
How Oskido 'discovered' Berita at taxi rank
THROUGHOUT his long and storied career, Kalawa supremo Oskido has earned a reputation as a man that is capable of finding talent in the unlikeliest of places. Take for example, the case of Ane...Published: 30 Jul 2023 at 08:54hrs | 18 | by Staff reporter
Afro-jazz sensation Berita to perform at Zimfest Live
The Bulawayo-born 'queen of soul' will serenade crowds at this year's annual festival taking place at the weekendSouth Africa-based Zimbabwean musician Berita has joined a glowing lineup of ar...Published: 25 Jul 2023 at 09:55hrs | 72 | by Tidi Kwidini
'Highlanders can be bigger'
HIGHLANDERS coach Baltemar Brito is not one to shy away from speaking his mind.Perhaps that is another trait he learnt from the legendary coach Jose Mourinho when they worked together for a nu...Published: 25 Jul 2023 at 06:44hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Warriors players celebrate return to Fifa family
FORMER Warriors and Highlanders FC defender Bruce Kangwa has been watching the unfolding drama between Sport and Recreation Commission (SRC) and FIFA concerning the return of Zimbabwe into the interna...Published: 13 Jul 2023 at 06:58hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans can elect recycled politicians at own peril
I AM not much of a soccer fan, but there is something that I have always found strange, if not downright weird.Why is it that a coach fired from one team on the grounds of incompetence and dis...Published: 12 Jul 2023 at 08:22hrs | 13 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
We salute Diva Mafunga funeral support by ZIMURA - Maxwell Teedzai
MUTARE - Veteran Mutare Gospel musician, Pastor Maxwell Teedzai has hailed ZIMURA - Zimbabwe Music Rights Association for standing hand - in - glove with the Mafunga family after the sad passing on of...Published: 10 Jul 2023 at 20:38hrs | 25 | by Staff Reporter
Zaoga declares 30 days of mourning for Guti
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has described the late Zimbabwe Assemblies of God Africa Forward in Faith (ZAOGA FIF) church Archbishop and founder, Ezekiel Handinawangu Guti, was a towering figur...Published: 08 Jul 2023 at 08:22hrs | 18 | by Staff reporter
Kasukuwere: Popular delusions or realpolitik?
THE nomination court has sat and registered aspiring candidates for the upcoming polls. The process was marred with drama generally, but it was the presumptive presidential candidates that provided th...Published: 04 Jul 2023 at 19:43hrs | 10 | by Ntando Dumani
King MisuZulu in poisoning fears
South Africa's influential Zulu King Misuzulu Sinqobile kaZwelithini is not in a life threatening condition despite poisoning fears.He only underwent minor check-ups after a senior trusted ind...Published: 02 Jul 2023 at 17:24hrs | 19 | by Staff reporter
Maradona vs. Messi: Who Is Better?
Debate rages over who's better between Maradona or Messi, both famed for their skills, number 10 jerseys, and left-footed play. Read our blog to find the answer. In the world of soccer, two...Published: 30 Jun 2023 at 10:31hrs | 255 | by Staff Reporter
Kasukuwere - X Factor in the August presidential poll
AFTER deftly defying the odds to secure nomination to contest the August presidential election - against frontrunners President Emmerson Mnangagwa and main opposition CCC leader Nelson Chamisa - Savio...Published: 26 Jun 2023 at 19:38hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Could this be the next great African golfer? Meet Zuwa Luwo
In the world of golf, where seasoned professionals spend years honing their skills, one young prodigy has taken the sport by storm almost straight out the womb! Meet Zuwa Luwo, a 8-year-old golf sensa...Published: 23 Jun 2023 at 06:06hrs | 165 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Madinda wants to produce a typical Bosso player
EXCITING times for Highlanders FC are coming. This was the bold declaration by club legend Madinda Ndlovu during an interview with Sunday News last week.The former Zimbabwe international and c...Published: 18 Jun 2023 at 08:34hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Bruce Kangwa leaves Azam after 7 years
ZIMBABWE international Bruce Kangwa is set to leave ambitious Tanzanian side Azam after spending seven years with the Dar es Salaam-based outfit.Azam announced yesterday the utility man will n...Published: 15 Jun 2023 at 06:42hrs | | by Staff reporter
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