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Kadoma youths pack Jimayi Muduvuri Hospital for Mnangagwa 83 bash
Approximately 500 young people gathered at Jimayi Muduvuri Referral Hospital in Kadoma to honor President Mnangagwa as he approached his 83rd birthday. Participants engaged in soccer and netball competitions while promoting awareness campaigns against substance abuse and premature marriages among children. The celebration served as both entertainment and education for attendees who expressed support for presidential leadership. Youth representatives praised the administration's community-focused initiatives and expressed hopes for continued governance through 2030. Coordinator Kudakwashe Kamunda emphasized how the two-week tournament aimed to discourage illegal drug consumption among participants. Ward 5 representative Hilda Kamunda...
Zimbabwe's Torerayi Moyo drops the hammer on illegal schools by Dec 31
Zimbabwe's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has issued final warnings to unregistered educational institutions across the country. Minister Torerayi Moyo announced during parliamentary proceedings that unauthorized schools must complete legal registration by December 31 or face mandatory closure. The ministry extended this deadline to prevent disruption of upcoming public examinations and protect students' educational rights. Officials identified widespread establishment of illegal schools throughout rural and urban areas as a significant threat to educational quality standards. The government will enforce the closure of non-compliant institutions by January 2026 if registration requirements remain unmet. A 2022 ministry...
Zinara's new Dema Toll Plaza is coming for your money
Zinara reports that Dema Toll Plaza construction progresses according to schedule for fourth quarter completion. The modernization initiative aims to reduce congestion and improve efficiency along the Chitungwiza-Wedza highway. Seke Road upgrades will provide Marondera traffic with an alternative Harare route. The project transforms the current two-lane configuration into a modern six-lane facility. Two lanes will feature e-tag technology for enhanced convenience for motorists. The upgraded plaza incorporates durable canopy structures, improved lighting systems, safety signage, and rumble strips. A three-tier backup power system ensures continuous operations during outages. A round-the-clock vehicle licensing office will serve...
Frank Salis and his band totally ran through Bulawayo and Harare
The Zimbabwe Jazz Community Trust and Alliance Françaises collaborated to produce the Zimbabwe Jazz Festival 2025 during the weekend. The eighth edition took place in the capital, while Bulawayo hosted its fourth installment. Swiss composer Frank Salis led The Frank Salis Experience, a cross-continental ensemble that opened Friday's festivities at Alliance Française de Bulawayo. Local artist Dudu Manhenga delivered an exceptional afro-jazz performance alongside her sister, Zanele Manhenga, from Nobuntu. Award-winning saxophonist Vee Mukarati demonstrated his rising prominence in European jazz circles. The festival featured The Zambezi Sessions, an ambitious two-week residency project spanning multiple Southern African cities. Five...
King Oyo's Tooro party is basically a Pilsner Lager ad
Tooro Kingdom marked three decades of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV's rule through elaborate festivities at Karuzika Palace this week. The royal celebrations commenced Wednesday when the monarch guided visitors through agricultural initiatives alongside Princess Ruth Nsemere Komuntale Akiiki and Queen Dr. Best Olimi Kemigisa Akiiki. Guests explored the King Oyo Model Farm and historic Kiko Tea Plantation during the guided tour. Pilsner Lager partnered with the kingdom for these commemorative events. The monarch addressed attendees Friday, thanking supporters and emphasizing collaborative efforts toward the 2021-launched development blueprint. The kingdom's 25-year strategic framework focuses on cultural preservation, youth...
Anita Among tries to buy the King Oyo of Tooro with her cattle
Speaker Anita Among faces intense criticism after making controversial statements during King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV's 30th coronation celebration in Fort Portal. While representing President Yoweri Museveni, Among promised to pay the monarch's bride price with cattle when he marries. Her remarks sparked widespread cultural debate among Ugandans online. Critics condemn the comments as disrespectful to Tooro Kingdom traditions and customs. Retired General David Sejusa led the opposition, calling Among's words sacrilegious and treasonous according to ancient Kitara Empire customs. He explained that commoners, particularly women, historically faced severe punishment for such suggestions about royal dowries. Sejusa referenced...
Amit Shah wants Hindi to take over science, tech, and justice
Union Home Minister Amit Shah opened the 2025 Hindi Diwas celebration and the fifth All India Rajbhasha Conference at Mahatma Mandir on Sunday. Shah emphasized that Hindi serves as a companion rather than a competitor to regional Indian languages. The minister noted that Gujarat leaders, such as Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, have historically supported Hindi alongside Gujarati. He emphasized that Hindi must expand beyond conversation into the fields of science, technology, and justice. Shah launched Saarthi, a government translation system enabling communication between Hindi and regional languages. The minister distributed artificial intelligence glasses to visually impaired citizens for reading assistance and face...
Hema Malini says a Tamil film booted her for being too skinny
Veteran actress Hema Malini disclosed her early career rejection during an appearance on the talk show Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai. The legendary performer faced dismissal from a Tamil film project because filmmakers deemed her physique unsuitable for South Indian audiences of that period. Her dance background influenced her acting approach, which failed to meet the director's expectations for the role. The Sholay star explained that her slim build contrasted with the healthier appearance preferred for heroines in South Indian cinema during those years. Weak script material and her inexperience as a newcomer further complicated the situation. The rejection initially devastated Malini, who viewed the dismissal as a personal failure that left...
Raashii Khanna posts selfie as Pawan Kalyan ditches Ustaad set
Raashii Khanna celebrates completing her work with Pawan Kalyan on the film Ustaad Bhagat Singh. The actress posted an Instagram selfie with the actor, expressing gratitude for the collaboration. She called the experience a genuine honor and a cherished memory. Pawan Kalyan finished his filming schedule for the action project. The social media post showed both stars smiling together on set. Mythri Movie Makers announced Khanna as the female lead during July casting news. She portrays the character Shloka in this action entertainment film. The production features an ensemble cast with multiple established performers. This marks the first time Khanna and Pawan Kalyan have worked together professionally. Director Harish Shankar previously...
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