Zimbabwe secured second place at the Southern Region Senior Athletics Championships held at the University of Zimbabwe. Ten nations competed in the event that returned after a six-year absence. Botswana claimed the championship while Mauritius finished third. The host nation improved significantly from their fourth-place finish in the previous 2019 competition. Young athletes dominated Zimbabwe's squad and delivered exceptional performances across multiple disciplines.
Coach Phakamile Lisimati praised the team's efforts and highlighted their dominance in field events, where most gold medals were earned. Several Zimbabwean competitors had participated in three consecutive championships over recent weeks. The Confederation of African...
Donovan Bernard rejoined Chicken Inn after his anticipated transfer to the South African club Kruger United fell through. The former Warriors goalkeeper had attracted interest from Orlando Pirates for a potential loan arrangement through Kruger United. Club president Lifa Ncube welcomed the player back and emphasized their continued support for him. Bernard immediately returned to action by helping Chicken Inn defeat Dynamos 3-0 at Luveve Stadium.
The 29-year-old goalkeeper previously experienced similar disappointment when Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila attempted to sign him in 2020. Bernard must compete with Pride Zendera for the starting position at Chicken Inn. His most recent appearance before the failed transfer was a scoreless...
Former Warriors captain Knowledge Musona completed his transfer to Scottland FC yesterday, marking his first domestic professional contract after 17 years of international play. The veteran striker returns from Saudi Arabian club Al Akhdoud to join the ambitious Premier League newcomers who sit second on the current standings. Musona will wear jersey number eight and plans to conclude his playing career with the Harare-based team.
Highlanders winger Mafios Chihweta also signed with Scottland during the same transfer window period. The club introduced Musona during halftime of their 1-0 victory against Yadah, which elevated them to 43 points and within one point of league leaders Simba Bhora. Substitute Tymon Machope netted the decisive...
President Mnangagwa designated the Glen View Area 8 Complex fire as a state disaster following Sunday morning flames that damaged the furniture manufacturing center. The blaze destroyed 25 percent of the facility and affected 700 traders who suffered losses between two and three million dollars. Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe announced that reconstruction would begin in September through a Build Operate Transfer partnership with private investors. The project targets completion by April next year with modern infrastructure featuring proper fire safety systems, water networks, and organized layouts.
Government plans simultaneous reconstruction of both Glen View and Mbare Market facilities under Vision 2030 development goals. The...
Zimbabwe launches a new initiative to bring fuel services directly to underserved rural communities through portable retail stations. Minister July Moyo published regulations on Friday establishing containerized outlets designed for remote locations. The government adopted Zimbabwe Standard No. 1119:2024 under the Petroleum Act to create affordable fuel distribution networks. These mobile facilities address the fuel shortage crisis affecting distant farming areas and small communities. President Mnangagwa's administration prioritizes universal access to essential services through this rural development strategy.
The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority will review applications from companies seeking to operate these containerized...
Zimbabwe advances toward becoming Africa's major steel producer through the expanding Dinson Iron and Steel Company facility in Mvuma. The US$1.5 billion plant, commissioned in 2022, represents President Mnangagwa's industrial transformation policies. Vice President Kembo Mohadi visited the operation yesterday alongside Midlands Minister Owen Ncube and company chairman Cheng Song. The facility employs more than 2,000 workers while manufacturing 300 tonnes of deformed steel bars daily.
The Chinese-owned subsidiary of Tsingshan Group targets annual production of 600,000 tonnes across various steel products. Zimbabwe previously imported US$1 billion worth of steel annually before this domestic production began. The company earned ISO 9001...
Six Southern African liberation movements concluded their summit, with leaders emphasizing the importance of economic integration and continental prosperity. The gathering brought together representatives from Zimbabwe's ZANU-PF, South Africa's ANC, Angola's MPLA, Namibia's SWAPO, Mozambique's FRELIMO, and Tanzania's CCM for strategic discussions. Presidents addressed regional challenges while promoting unity among revolutionary parties against counter-revolutionary forces.
Economic transformation dominated conversations as leaders explored opportunities within the African Continental Free Trade Area framework. China and Russia pledged support for regional economic independence from neocolonial influences. The summit rekindled...
Five teams secured victories during the opening day of competition at the 15th Hockey India Sub-Junior Men's National Championship on Monday. Jammu and Kashmir dominated Rajasthan with a comprehensive 4-0 triumph in Division C action. Gurkirat Singh opened scoring within five minutes before Varunpreet Singh, Jasjot Singh, and Daksh Sharma added goals throughout the contest. Bihar claimed a narrow 2-1 victory against Mizoram as Ajay Kushwaha and Amritanshu Pandey found the net, while Laldampuia Pachuau scored for the opposition.
Uttarakhand overwhelmed Tripura 4-0 behind Krishna's early double strike and additional goals from Ankit and captain Sarthak Mahar. Gujarat registered the highest-scoring performance, defeating Arunachal Pradesh...
Outer Delhi Warriors vice-captain Harsh Tyagi attended the Delhi Premier League T20 School Juniors Finals at a cricket venue on Monday. Modern Barakhamba School faced DPS RK Puram in the championship match of this competitive youth tournament. The Delhi and District Cricket Association organized the event to promote grassroots cricket development among school students. Modern Barakhamba School claimed victory in the final contest. Tyagi praised both participating teams for their excellent performance throughout the tournament.
The cricket official expressed gratitude to the organizing body for creating opportunities that could lead students toward professional cricket careers. Rajeshree Shete Iyer from Platinum One Media & Consulting...
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