Zimbabwe's tobacco farmers can breathe a sigh of relief. The government has pushed back a key deadline. Farmers now have until January 15th to destroy their seedbeds. Before, they had to do it by December 31st.
The dry weather made things tough. Many farmers couldn't move their seedlings in time, and they needed more time to save their crops.
The tobacco board understands. They want farmers to benefit from their hard work. The extra time will help a lot.
More farmers are growing tobacco this year. Over 126,000 have signed up. That's 13,000 more than last year. The country hopes to grow 300 million kilos of tobacco.
Early reports show the crop looks good. Farmers who use smart methods have high-quality leaves. Focusing on good...
Richard Chihoro, a beloved former Dynamos player and long-time club official, passed away on Thursday night at the age of 68. He died shortly after being admitted to a local hospital for leg pain and chest discomfort.
Dynamos shared the sad news in a heartfelt statement. They expressed how difficult it is to accept his passing. The club said his death leaves behind great pain and emptiness.
The team remembered Chihoro fondly. They said he was a dedicated member of the Dynamos family. He gave his all to the blue and white cause, both as a player and coach.
Chihoro first played for Dynamos as a skilled winger. His smooth moves on the field earned him the nickname "Nyoka." After his playing days, he served the club in many roles. He was...
Young Runners Ready for Harare Cross-Country Meet.
Harare begins its racing year this Sunday. The first big race takes place at David Livingstone School. Participants can be of all ages, from small children to grown-ups.
The main race sends men and women on an 8km run through the grounds. Teen boys and young adults face a tough 6km path. Younger teens take on shorter runs of 3km and 4km. The littlest ones dash along for just 1km.
Aaron Whyte leads the race group and wants every runner to join. Fast runners and long-distance pros can test their skills, and even quick sprinters can use this race to build strength.
"We want all runners here," Whyte said. "They need to see how fit they are. The race shows who trained well and who needs...
Dam Project Lights Path to Better Life in Zimbabwe.
A new dam brings hope to the Chivhu area. The water helps farms and homes grow strong. Minister Jenfan Muswere shared the good news on his tour last week.
"This dam makes many good things happen," Muswere said. He points to new chances for farms and jobs near the water. The project helps more than 70 families farm their land.
The dam means more than just stored water. It brings life to farms without rain. Roads lead to the dam. Tourists come to see it. Homes and shops use its water.
Farmers who live near the dam get help growing food. The water flows all year round, so their crops can grow even when rain stays away.
Zimbabwe wants its people to earn more money by 2030. This dam...
Missing Activist Found Dead in Kenya Hospital.
A young man's search ended in grief this week. The family found Mwiti's body at a hospital far from home. He was 24 when he vanished last November.
Police say a car hit him and drove away. But his friends doubt this story. Mwiti worked bringing goods to people. He went missing near the city center, miles from where he died.
His mother searched hard to find him. "We went to many places," said Sadhiya Iman. She looked in morgues until she found her son. "We need answers about his death," she said.
Life had grown hard for Mwiti before he died. He lost his ID card. This meant trouble with the police and problems getting help from the state.
Fear spreads as more young people vanish in...
At Wife's Funeral, 97-Year-Old Brings Joy Through Grief.
A husband made people laugh at his wife's burial. Mzee Dominic Wetang'ula shared funny stories as he said goodbye to Mama Ann Wetang'ula.
His words turned tears into smiles at the service in Bungoma. "Young ladies here want to marry me," he told the crowd. "I have seen what women can do. I need no more wives."
Both his wives passed away. He spoke of his first wedding to Mama Ann on August 20, 1950. He pointed out the printed date was wrong. "The program says August 21," he said. "But I know it was August 20."
He praised his late wife's strength. She gave birth to four sets of twins. "My wife was strong like me," he said. "I must be a bull. Who else in Kenya has four sets of...
Science Warns of Rising Heat in 2024.
Last year brought more heat than ever before. People who study the weather say these high marks break records going back hundreds of years.
Earth heated up more than planned in 2024. Most say we need to use less oil and gas. Yet the world has cut its fuel use just once - when Covid kept everyone home.
Big changes must happen fast. The world needs to burn less fuel each year—right away. The signs show dangers, but people move slowly. Even when storms hit hard, like in the Philippines last fall, many stay quiet.
Something strange happened in June 2023. The Earth got much warmer very fast. The heat jumped up by an amount that should have taken ten years. Bad weather followed - wild storms, huge...
Kenyan Soccer Giants Set for Big Match.
Gor Mahia coach Zedekiah Otieno sees good things ahead. His team plays Tusker FC this Saturday at Kenyatta Stadium. Both teams want the top spot badly.
Gor is third in the Kenya Premier League with 24 points. Tusker is just ahead with 27 points, tied for first place with KCB.
"We will show fans a new Gor this year," Otieno said. His team can rest more between games. "We get four or five days to get ready. This helps us play better."
Gor comes in hot. They beat Ulinzi Stars 3-0 last month, with Samuel Kapen, Rooney Onyango, and Austine Odhiambo each scoring. Then, they won again, and Gideon Bendeka helped them beat Kariobangi Sharks 1-0.
Past games make Gor feel good. They beat Tusker twice...
Top Runner Takes Aim at Hong Kong Race.
Kenya's star runner, Kibiwott Kandie, plans to start 2025 with a win. He will race at the Hong Kong Bridge Half Marathon on Sunday.
The big race has earned a gold rating from World Athletics. This marks its second year as a major running event. Hong Kong leader John Lee said about 8,000 runners will join the race.
Kandie ran well early last year. He won in Barcelona with a time of 59:22 last February. But he missed his chance for the Paris Olympics when he came in sixth at a race in May. Later, he ran the Berlin Marathon and finished 13th.
Yet Kandie shines best in half marathons. He broke records back in 2020, running the distance in 57:32. Other runners have beaten that mark since then...
