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Zimbabwe fell to 2-0 defeat against Lesotho, in a dogged defensive performance at the Fifa World Cup 2026 Qualifier match that was played at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg on Friday afternoon. The Warriors made most of the attacking play but conceded two goals, both against the run of play in the first half. Rethabile Rasethuntsa, […]
The SMEs, Insurance, and Microfinance Winter Expo kicked off yesterday, featuring a diverse range of companies showcasing their innovative services and exclusive offers. Notably, two trailblazing groups of women entrepreneurs are making a splash in the homemade products sector, specializing in artisanal detergents and demonstrating the potential of small-scale manufacturing. The Impumelo group, comprising eleven […]
Zimbabwe’s President Dr. Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday arrived in Russia for a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, as part of a tour that included the South Korea – Africa Summit. Mnangagwa’s visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries and explore potential economic partnerships. President Mnangagwa’s delegation includes several high-level government officials, including Minister […]
Zimbabwe’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe, is taking steps to ensure sufficient local currency, the ZiG, remains in circulation to support normal business transactions and economic activity. The RBZ has announced a new arrangement with Homelink to widen public access to ZiG cash, leveraging Homelink’s existing branch network across the country. Starting Monday, […]
President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa addressed the Korea-Africa Summit at the Korea International Exhibition Centre (KINTEX), emphasizing Zimbabwe’s commitment to global cooperation and development. The President reiterated Zimbabwe’s stance as a friend to all and an enemy to none, despite facing unwarranted sanctions from Western countries for 23 years. President Mnangagwa highlighted the contradictions between these […]
The Minister of Industry and Commerce, Honorable Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndlovu, recently visited SAZ standards Laboratories to inspect the facilities and operations that enable industries to meet the highest quality and safety standards. During the tour, Minister Ndlovu highlighted the crucial role of standards in promoting quality and competitiveness in local industries. The Minister stressed the […]
Cristiano Ronaldo, the renowned Al-Nassr superstar, has cemented his status as a prolific goalscorer by clinching the coveted Golden Boot award for the 2023-24 Saudi Pro League season. The Portuguese forward’s impressive tally of 35 goals not only propelled his team to a second-place finish in the Saudi top flight but also solidified his position […]
Bulawayo successfully launched the culture month yesterday at Amakhosi Cultural centre which was the venue for this year’s commemorations as well. This year’s cultural celebrations are being held under the theme, “Our Culture, Building Zimbabwe Brick by Brick”, which underscores the role of culture in national development. Speaking to SkyzMetro FM in an interview on […]
24-year old Inyathi man was recently arrested for assaulting his mother after a drunken argument over which child she loves more. Nkanyiso Ncube accused his mother of favoring his sisters and became enraged when she suggested he leave if unhappy. He threw a log at her, missing initially, but struck her leg on a second […]
El Niño’s grip on Matabeleland South province has tightened the economic screws on Plumtree women as the drought has devastated the harvest of mopane worms, a critical source of income for many. For them, mopane worms, or amacimbi, are more than dietary supplements as they fuel the local economy. Women in Plumtree communities traditionally harvest, […]