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Siya Kolisi visits Grey Boys High School
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi returned to Grey Boys High School, where his rugby career began, and he attended the opening of the Vincent Mai Music and Art Centre. The first Black captain to lead South Africa to two Rugby World Cup victories reconnected with former teachers and coaches at the campus. His name appears in the school's Hall of Fame under the rugby category, and he shared photos on Instagram that showed him with community members. Kolisi wrote that he felt happy to participate in the special day for Uncle V, and he expressed gratitude for the school's support. Fans responded warmly to his visit, and commenters praised both Kolisi and Vincent Mai for their contributions. The visit demonstrated his commitment to inspiring...
Khama Billiat swims with daughter at mansion
Former Kaizer Chiefs player Khama Billiat shared a video on Instagram that showed him swimming with his daughter at his mansion. The Zimbabwean footballer earned more than 800,000 rand per month at Kaizer Chiefs, and he previously played for Mamelodi Sundowns. The pool glowed under evening lights, and Billiat posted a verse from Psalm 51 that expressed gratitude and faith. Fans praised the video after Zimcelebs shared the content on social media. Followers celebrated his dedication to family and spirituality, and commenters noted that hard work produced visible results. The video revealed a private moment between father and daughter at the property.
Podhill's $10M gold heist in Kwekwe exposed
A Chinese mining operation is facing allegations of smuggling over 120 kilograms of gold, valued at $10 million, while declaring less than 4 kilograms to authorities between 2023 and 2024. Podhill Private Limited, based in Kwekwe's Silobela gold belt, processed more than 3,000 kilograms of ore monthly, but internal records show most production bypassed official channels, according to the Herald on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. Chinese businessman Zuo Wenzhong controls 95 percent of Podhill through Generous Resources Private Limited, and investigators say the operation used couriers and air cargo to ship gold to Dubai and China. Private ledgers revealed more than 16,000 grams sold outside official channels between December 2023 and May 2024...
ZMF chief slams Chinese miners in Bulawayo
Zimbabwe Miners Federation President Henrietta Rushwaya warned that Chinese miners are mistreating workers and causing deaths at the Mine Entra exhibition in Bulawayo. She said artisanal miners are suffering under foreign investors, and the federation cannot accept Zimbabweans being killed on their land. Rushwaya cautioned that 300,000 small-scale miners may take direct action if authorities fail to address the abuses, but she noted gold deliveries reached 33 tons by the end of September. The Chinese embassy in Harare issued guidance urging citizens to follow local laws and respect communities through environmental stewardship and fair labor practices. President Emmerson Mnangagwa has discussed investor behavior, but enforcement...
Zimbabwe farmers get $10M GMB payout in Mutare
Zimbabwe's state-owned Grain Marketing Board will distribute $10 million to farmers before the planting season begins to settle outstanding grain delivery debts. The payment follows a $5 million disbursement made two weeks earlier, and the combined funds cover 80 percent of summer delivery obligations in U.S. currency, according to GMB Chief Executive Officer Edson Badarai at the Zanu PF Annual National People's Conference on Tuesday in Mutare. The financial support arrives just as farmers are preparing their fields and purchasing supplies for the new growing season. Badarai thanked producers for their patience, and he emphasized that timely payments strengthen the nation's strategic grain stockpile. The GMB purchases crops from...
Rishabh Pant named India A captain for South Africa four-dayers
Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will captain India A in two four-day matches against South Africa starting on Oct. 30 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. The Board of Control for Cricket in India selection committee named Pant to lead the squad after he fractured his right foot metatarsal on July 28 against England at Manchester. He retired hurt on 37 runs after inside-edging a reverse sweep from Chris Woakes. The injury forced Pant to miss the Asia Cup, a two-match Test series against the West Indies, and the current Australia tour. Pant scored 479 runs across seven innings at an average of 68.42 on the England tour before his injury. The vice-captain began batting sessions at the Centre of Excellence earlier this month...
Adnan Sami mourns Bollywood legend Asrani, 84
Singer Adnan Sami expressed sorrow over the death of veteran actor Asrani, who passed away on Oct. 20 at age 84 from a chest infection. Sami shared a video from his song Lift Karade, featuring Asrani reprising his famous jailor character from the 1975 film Sholay, and praised the actor's commitment to recreating every detail of the original costume. Asrani's family confirmed his death through social media, and his last rites took place at Santacruz Crematorium on Monday. The actor had posted Diwali greetings hours before his passing. Asrani appeared in more than 350 films across five decades after training at the Film and Television Institute of India in Pune, and performed in Hindi, Gujarati, and Rajasthani cinema.
Sanjay Dutt celebrates twins Iqra, Shahraan’s 15th birthday
Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt celebrated his twins, Iqra and Shahraan, turning 15 years old on Tuesday by posting family photographs on Instagram. The actor shared images with his wife, Maanayata, and wished his children blessings and love in the caption. Dutt married Maanayata in 2008, and the couple welcomed their twins on Oct. 21, 2010. The actor recently appeared in Baaghi 4, an action film directed by A. Harsha and starring Tiger Shroff, Sonam Bajwa, and Harnaaz Sandhu. Dutt will next appear in Dhurandhar, a spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar that features Ranveer Singh, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal. He will also star in Welcome To The Jungle, directed by Ahmed Khan, alongside Akshay Kumar and an ensemble cast.
Steve Smith says Pat Cummins needs more time before Ashes return
Australian batter Steve Smith said Pat Cummins must complete several benchmarks before resuming bowling activities as the captain recovers from a lower-back stress fracture. The veteran noted Cummins resumed running two weeks ago after medical scans showed progress, but the bowler has not started bowling preparation for the Ashes series beginning in one month. Smith will serve as stand-in captain if Cummins misses matches, and he expressed confidence about leading the squad using his personal approach to field management. Cummins has not bowled since July, and medical staff previously indicated he would need at least four weeks of bowling training before match readiness. Smith observed Cummins maintains positive spirits during...

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