Month: August 2024
The UN World Food Programme (WFP) is facing significant challenges in raising the necessary funds to address the devastating drought in southern Africa. Despite efforts, only one-fifth of the required $400 million has been collected, leaving a substantial shortfall. The region is experiencing its worst drought in decades, with Zambia, Malawi, and Zimbabwe declaring states […]
The countdown has begun for the 17th Sanganai Hlanganani World Tourism Expo, scheduled to take place from September 12 to 14, 2024, at the ZITF grounds in Bulawayo. This year’s expo will be running under the theme “Africa’s Premier Business Exchange,”. During a recently held stakeholders’ engagement in Victoria Falls, Acting Chief Executive Officer of […]
Reigning Miss Universe, Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua, has arrived in Zimbabwe for a five-day familiarization tour aimed at promoting cultural exchange, tourism, and women’s empowerment. Upon her arrival at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport, Palacios expressed her excitement about the visit, emphasizing her commitment to celebrating diversity among women worldwide. During her stay, Palacios […]
A shootout between detectives from Homicide Bulawayo and two armed robbery suspects ended in the deaths of Aleck Moyo (37) and Bongani Tshuma (41) on August 18. According to a statement released by the Zimbabwe Republic Police, the suspects were wanted for five armed robbery cases that occurred between March 6 and July 29. Acting […]
The Dianne and Lillie Foundation, in partnership with Intuba, has commissioned a water borehole at Entembeni Old People’s Home in Luveve. The borehole, drilled in memory of the late Mr. Allan Banda, aims to alleviate the water challenges faced by the home’s residents. According to Mr Newman Sibanda, Board Chairman of Entembeni, the borehole is […]
A global divide deepens as Colombia and Scotland take bold steps against Israel, citing human rights and international law concerns. Colombian President, Gustavo Petro has banned coal exports to Israel, condemning its actions as genocide. The suspension will remain until the situation is resolved. Meanwhile, Scotland’s government has canceled meetings with Israel, citing a lack […]
Reporter: Pronellah Lunga The late Brigadier-General (Retired) Elasto Madzingira, a national hero, will be laid to rest at the National Heroes Acre in Harare on Wednesday. Madzingira, who passed away at his Greendale home at the age of 65 after a short illness, will be honored with a state-led burial ceremony presided over by President […]
Manchester City kicked off the 2024-25 English Premier League season with a convincing 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge yesterday. Erling Haaland, celebrating his 100th appearance for the club, opened the scoring in the first half. Mateo Kovacic added a second goal to seal the victory for City in the late stages of the […]
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared the spread of mpox in Africa a global health emergency, warning that the virus could soon spread across international borders. This announcement was made by WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus after an emergency committee meeting. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had already declared mpox a […]
The CAF Schools competition, held at Petra College in Bulawayo, successfully concluded its mission to select the under-15 boys and girls squads to represent Zimbabwe in Namibia. The two day tournament, held from August 16-17, witnessed an impressive display of talent from Zimbabwean athletes. Chiedza Khumalo, a young and gifted player from Mpopoma, emerged as […]
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