EMMANUEL MARAMBE AFRICA Chess Confederation president Tshepiso Lopang has lauded the Zimbabwe Chess Federation for delivering an exciting African Youth Chess Championship (AYCC) which is being staged in the capital. Harare-based Dominican Convent is playing host to one of Africa’s top youth chess events, which has attracted at least 500 participants from 17 countries, all…
THE increasing number of murders taking place after petty arguments across the country is a cause for concern. Yesterday we carried a story in which national police spokesperson Paul Nyathi reported several murders at beer drinking places which came about after minor disputes. Nyathi said the police were worried by the frequency at which “petty…
STANBIC Bank Zimbabwe donated US$10 000 to the Friends of the Environment 500 Million Tree Walkathon, championing a greener future. The US$10 000 contribution is part of the Standard Bank Group’s corporate social investment (CSI) strategy premised on providing lasting solutions to the communities in which it operates. Stanbic Bank head, brand and marketing, Tariro…
THE City of Harare has raised alarm over a sharp rise in Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases, with municipal health authorities confirming that more than 1 500 infections have been recorded to date. In a public notice yesterday, the city reported that the viral infection—commonly associated with young children—has been spreading rapidly across…
Ashley Moyo and Anesu Mirisawu SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS THE LOCAL music industry has been plunged into mourning following the death of veteran sungura musician Nicholas “Senior Lecturer” Zakaria, who died yesterday at Chitungwiza Central Hospital due to complications related to diabetes. He was 69. One of his musical protégés, Alick Macheso, described the Khiama Boys…
Emmanuel Marambe CHIEF SPORTS WRITER WARRIORS gaffer Marian ‘Mario’ Marinica sprung a few surprises as he named his 28-man Afcon squad with teenage star Tadiwa Chakuchichi and South Africa-based striker Junior Zindoga the surprise call-ups. As expected, the injured duo of vice-captain Marshall Munetsi and wing-back Jordan Zemura missed out, as did forwards Walter Musona,…
EMMANUEL MARAMBE LOCAL fan groups have organised a National Day of Prayer for the Warriors who will be competing at the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in Morocco. The National Day of Prayer, which will be graced by a number of local church leaders and gospel artists, will be held at the City…
Tapiwa Chirume PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has warned that Zimbabwe risks losing its best innovators and talent if skills retention systems are not urgently strengthened. Speaking at the 2025 Presidential Innovation Fair and Awards Ceremony in Harare yesterday, Mnangagwa declared that retaining talent was now a national priority for development. “Let us, across all sectors, also…
Rutendo Ngara SENIOR STAFF WRITER A HARARE woman is in court after allegedly importing goods through the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport using fraudulent diplomatic tax rebates under the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) name. Charity Tatenda Mangwiro yesterday appeared before regional magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa, facing fraud charges, and was granted US$300 bail. According to…
GLOBETROTTING musical outfit Mokooba is set to host its end-of-year concert tonight at The Grub Restaurant and Pub in Eastlea, in the capital. Mokoomba has just wrapped up an epic European tour, where they left fans mesmerised. This year, the group has staged numerous concerts in Mutare, Bulawayo, Victoria Falls and Harare. Mokoomba burst onto…
