Afro-fusion musical acts have dominated the Chibuku Road To Fame competition across eight provincial contests held during the past month. Six Afro-fusion bands secured positions for the national championship scheduled for October 4. The provincial finals also produced one Sungura ensemble and one traditional contemporary act as additional qualifiers.
Saturday's competitions delivered victories for the Mnenga Band, representing Manicaland province, and Afro Pulse from Masvingo province. Jungle Foxes earned the Mashonaland East provincial title through their Sungura performances. Simuniziva claimed the Matabeleland North championship while Core Vibes captured the Midlands crown. All in One emerged victorious from Mashonaland West...
Jehovah's Witnesses convened their Matabeleland Regional Conventions at Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre with over 2000 attendees participating in Pure Worship themed gatherings. The religious organization simultaneously conducted additional assemblies across Binga and Hwange while planning future Ndebele language sessions and a pending event in Gwanda, following the completion of the Beitbridge convention held in Venda. Regional spokesperson Witness Gama emphasized how Jesus Christ serves as the primary example for Christian living and responsible citizenship within local communities. The denomination integrated modern technology through video presentations and live streaming platforms, enabling 65 remote participants to access...
The Zimbabwe Environment Law Organisation launches initiatives targeting natural resource management and ethical mining practices across Gwanda District. Mr Ngonidzashe Sesemani oversees monitoring and evaluation operations for this extractives program intervention. The Foreign Commonwealth Development Office provides financial backing for activities designed to minimize community impacts from mining operations. The program emphasizes building positive relationships among mining enterprises, local residents, and government agencies. Environmental protection remains balanced with economic development through responsible extraction methods.
Climate change mitigation efforts receive expanded attention through Swedish International...
Zimbabwe will commemorate Munhumutapa Day tomorrow in Zvishavane, Midlands province, with celebrations centered on youth empowerment. The event addresses rising concerns about drug and substance abuse among young people. More than 30,000 attendees, primarily youth from across the nation, will gather for the occasion, organized by the ZANU PF Youth League.
The commemoration honors President Mnangagwa on his 83rd birthday and recognizes his leadership contributions. The day draws inspiration from the historical rulers of the Mutapa Empire, while highlighting contemporary development achievements. Officials will commission the newly completed US$29 million Midlands Park flats during the festivities.
The residential complex will house...
The Northern League of Democrats condemned Nigeria's deteriorating economic conditions during a television appearance on Friday. Convener Umar Ardo addressed these concerns while participating in Prime Time programming broadcast on Arise Television. The organization expressed alarm about the sustained financial decline over multiple years. Political leadership faces accusations of lacking strategic direction while engaging in widespread corruption practices. National unity confronts serious threats from persistent security challenges affecting various states.
Ardo criticized elected officials for pursuing personal enrichment through public service positions. Many politicians exploit governmental roles primarily for individual financial...
National Safety Investigation Bureau Director-General Alex Badeh defended his agency's toxicology findings during Friday's Arise Television interview. The official emphasized that Air Peace crew testing represented standard procedure rather than exceptional circumstances. Badeh confirmed that both the captain and first officer showed positive results for ethyl, which indicates alcohol consumption. Cannabis-derived THC appeared in the cabin crew member's test results. The director stressed that previous investigations since 2006 have followed identical protocols.
Badeh rejected suggestions that his bureau targeted specific individuals through selective reporting. Multiple accident investigations and crew examinations have occurred...
Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas declared President Bola Tinubu's directives successfully accomplished during Friday's Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission report presentation. The retired naval officer serves as Rivers State's Sole Administrator and addressed officials at the Port Harcourt Government House. Ibas emphasized that peaceful local government elections and subsequent chairman installations across twenty-three local government areas demonstrated complete mission fulfillment. The administrator referenced Tinubu's clear instructions to restore stability, rebuild democratic frameworks, and maintain order throughout the region. Local government chairmen and councillors received their positions following the concluded...
Air Peace co-pilot David Bernard detailed his version of events during the July 13, 2025 incident at Port-Harcourt airport through an Arise Television interview Friday. Bernard served as the pilot monitoring officer during the flight that experienced favorable weather conditions and clear visibility. The captain disconnected the autopilot system at 500 feet altitude and began manual control for the landing approach.
Bernard warned the captain about maintaining excessive altitude during the descent and recommended executing a go-around procedure. The captain ignored these safety advisories and continued the problematic approach pattern. The aircraft crossed the runway threshold at approximately 200 feet before touching down beyond the...
Sri Lanka dominated Bangladesh with a commanding six-wicket victory at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium during their Asia Cup 2025 Group B encounter. Bangladesh struggled after winning the toss and batting first, collapsing to 11 for three wickets within the opening overs. Nuwan Thushara and Dushmantha Chameera demolished the top order with aggressive bowling performances. Captain Litton Das managed 28 runs before Wanindu Hasaranga claimed two wickets to further damage Bangladesh's innings. Shamim Hossain and Jaker Ali rescued their team with an unbeaten 86-run partnership, posting a final total of 139 for five wickets.
Pathum Nissanka anchored Sri Lanka's chase with an elegant half-century, while Kamil Mishara contributed an unbeaten 46...
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