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Allan Majuru to open Zimbabwe Export Week in Bulawayo, October 13 to 17
ZimTrade will organize Zimbabwe Export Week 2025 from October 13 through 17 in Bulawayo. The trade development agency expanded this second annual event into a comprehensive five-day program focused on connecting local exporters with international markets. Chief Executive Allan Majuru emphasized how the extended format enables deeper engagement between Zimbabwean businesses and global buyers from Africa, Europe, and Asia. The week operates under the theme Rooted Locally, Growing Globally, reflecting the nation's strategy to leverage domestic resources while expanding international competitiveness. Activities begin with sector-focused company visits and buyer interactions, followed by structured seminars on October 15 featuring more than...
FC Platinum can equal an unbeaten run record as Scottland visit Mandava
FC Platinum approaches a historic milestone as they prepare to face Scottland at Mandava Stadium this Saturday. The Zvishavane-based team has maintained an unbeaten streak across 22 consecutive league matches under coach Norman Mapeza. One more game without defeat would equal the 23-match record set by Highlanders in 2012. The team currently sits fourth on the league table with 40 points, trailing leaders Simba Bhora by four points. Their defensive partnership of Mbongeni Ndlovu and Nickson Nyasulu has conceded just eight goals while scoring 23. Scottland enters the match as serious contenders, holding second place with 43 points after four consecutive victories. Coach Tonderai Ndiraya recently secured the services of Warriors captain...
New Zealand dominate day one in Bulawayo as Matt Henry and Conway put Zimbabwe on the back foot
New Zealand seized complete control during the opening day against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club. Matt Henry demolished the home batting lineup with exceptional figures of six wickets for thirty-nine runs. Nathan Smith provided strong support by claiming three wickets for twenty runs as Zimbabwe collapsed to 149 all out. Captain Craig Ervine led the scoring effort with thirty-nine runs before falling to Smith. The entire batting display lacked stability against relentless seam bowling pressure. Devon Conway and Will Young responded with an unbeaten opening partnership of ninety-two runs. Conway compiled fifty-one runs without dismissal while Young remained on forty-one at stumps. The visitors trail by fifty-seven runs but possess all...
Fatal dog attacks in Harare's Ward 41 spark crackdown on dangerous breeds and owners
Multiple dog attacks have terrorized residents of Ward 41 in Harare, prompting emergency responses from local authorities. Samuel Machara died after a pit bull scaled a perimeter wall and mauled him fatally. A schoolboy sustained severe throat, back and stomach injuries when two Boerboels and one Rottweiler escaped from private property and attacked him. Kombi passengers rescued the child, who remains under medical care. Ward 41 Councillor Kudzai Kadzombe discovered that Rottweilers, Boerboels and mixed breeds also pose threats beyond pit bulls. The councillor partnered with the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and City Council Development Control Unit to address the crisis. Authorities distributed notices through resident...
India Champions refuse to play Pakistan, WCL semifinal called off after Pahalgam attack
World Championships of Legends officials cancelled the semifinal match between India Champions and Pakistan Champions after Indian players withdrew from competition. The decision followed India's earlier forfeit of their league fixture against Pakistan due to the neighboring nation's terrorist support and involvement in the Pahalgam attack. Tournament organizers announced the Pakistan Champions would advance directly to the final round. Officials stated they respected both India's withdrawal decision and Pakistan's readiness to compete. Public sentiment influenced the cancellation as organizers acknowledged their responsibility to audiences. Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, and Yousuf Pathan led the player boycott against...
Dacoit team surprises Mrunal Thakur with an early birthday on set as the film eyes a Christmas release
The cast and crew of pan-Indian action drama Dacoit surprised lead actress Mrunal Thakur with an early birthday celebration on set on Wednesday. Production teams organized the festivities one day before her actual August 1 birthday. Director Shaneil Deo's film features Thakur opposite Adivi Sesh in lead roles. The actress portrays a character named Juliet in the upcoming release. Video footage captured Thakur cutting the cake and dancing as colleagues sang birthday songs. Sesh shared celebration clips on social media platforms while wishing his co-star well. The action drama targets a Christmas Day release on December 25 this year. Production and post-production phases advance rapidly according to industry sources. Anurag Kashyap joins...
Matt Henry's six-for puts New Zealand in command as Conway shines in Bulawayo Test
Matt Henry captured six wickets for 39 runs as New Zealand bowled Zimbabwe out for 149 runs during the opening day at Queens Sport Club. Nathan Smith supported the attack by claiming three wickets for 20 runs during an outstanding bowling display. Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine led his team's scoring with 39 runs before falling to Smith's bowling. Six batsmen from the home side failed to reach double figures against the disciplined New Zealand attack. The visitors completed their bowling performance midway through the afternoon session. Devon Conway responded with an unbeaten 51 runs for his 12th Test half-century alongside Will Young who remained 41 not out. The opening partnership guided New Zealand to 92 without loss at the close of...
Sadhguru urges focus on mental health as student suicides rise in India
Spiritual leader Sadhguru announced that suicide cases occur every three minutes across India. Student populations face particularly severe mental health challenges among affected groups. The guru emphasized strengthening individual psychological wellness as essential for addressing this global crisis. He acknowledged that systemic problems require long-term solutions but stressed immediate support for personal well-being. India possesses ancient methods for developing internal balance through practices like yoga and meditation. These traditional approaches have been neglected over recent generations despite their civilizational importance. The International Day of Yoga initiative by Prime Minister Modi demonstrated global leadership...
CBI tells Supreme Court it is not probing alleged illegalities at Sammaan Capital
The Central Bureau of Investigation informed the Supreme Court that it has not launched any probe into alleged financial misconduct by Sammaan Capital, formerly Indiabulls Housing Finance. Citizens Whistle Blower Forum petitioned the court demanding a special investigation team examine claims of fund diversion and corporate violations. Additional Solicitor General SV Raju stated the federal agency discovered no irregularities in the company's corporate lending practices. Defense lawyers representing the firm's promoters dismissed the accusations as fabricated and noted that related cases had been withdrawn. The Supreme Court postponed further proceedings until a later date. The petition alleged that Indiabulls extended massive loans to...

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