McLaren driver Oscar Piastri secured victory at the Belgian Grand Prix after overtaking teammate Lando Norris during the opening lap. The Australian driver maintained his advantage throughout the race despite challenging wet conditions that delayed the start by 80 minutes. Charles Leclerc from Ferrari claimed the final podium position while Piastri extended his championship lead over Norris to 16 points. Race officials implemented a rolling start procedure following four safety car laps as weather conditions improved with emerging sunshine. Norris experienced battery difficulties that hampered his performance after starting from pole position.
The McLaren team achieved their sixth one-two finish of the current season through Piastri's...
Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh dominated the women's 400m freestyle at the world swimming championships in Singapore. The 18-year-old athlete finished with a time of 3 minutes 56.26 seconds, defeating China's Li Bingjie and American Katie Ledecky who earned bronze. McIntosh seeks five individual gold medals during the competition and holds world records in multiple events. She advanced to the 200m individual medley final after qualifying with the fastest time. The teenager expressed confidence about her current physical condition and race preparation.
Germany's Lukas Maertens captured gold in the men's 400m freestyle by edging Australia's Sam Short by just 0.02 seconds. The Olympic champion and world record holder clocked 3 minutes...
Zimbabwe receives Chinese and FAO assistance for climate adaptation programs focused on soil and water resource management. The Capacity Development of Sustainable Soil Management initiative and National Water Management Roadmap were launched on Monday in Harare. Both projects strengthen food security while building environmental resilience against climate pressures. Chinese Ambassador Zhou Ding emphasized agricultural cooperation stemming from the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation outcomes. The partnerships advance modernization goals through targeted infrastructure investments.
FAO Sub-Regional Coordinator Patrice Talla encouraged private sector collaboration for research and innovation development. Academic institutions should...
Scottland Football Club completed the acquisition of former Warriors captain Knowledge Musona during Monday's Castle Lager Premier Soccer League fixture at Rufaro Stadium. The 34-year-old striker joins the Mabvuku outfit for the current season after departing Saudi Arabian side Al Okhdood. Musona carries the nickname The Smiling Assassin and brings extensive international experience to the Premier League newcomers. His arrival represents a major acquisition for Scottland as they navigate their inaugural top-flight campaign. The veteran forward possesses more than ten years of professional experience across South African, Belgian, and Middle Eastern competitions.
Scottland reinforced their squad through multiple mid-season additions...
Government officials confirmed that September marks the start date for infrastructure development at Harare's Glenview Area 8 SMEs Complex. Sunday's devastating fire destroyed trading stalls and displaced hundreds of vendors from their primary source of income. Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe and Women's Affairs Minister Monica Mutsvangwa assessed the damage during their site visit. President Emmerson Mnangagwa accelerated construction plans that were originally scheduled for 2025. The decision follows similar reconstruction efforts at Mbare Musika after its October 2024 fire incident.
Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume promised three temporary trading locations for affected merchants during the rebuilding process. Vendors welcomed...
Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation management attended a sexual harassment prevention workshop at Pockets Hill Studios in Harare on Monday. Gender Media and Connect facilitated the training session as part of the national broadcaster's efforts to combat workplace misconduct. Legal Manager Berlinda Chitote emphasized the importance of encouraging staff members to report incidents and support victims. Human Resources Manager Christopher Mugumbate described the timing as perfect for reviewing company policies and practices. Director of Internal Audit Lizzy Chikerema noted this marked the second harassment workshop ZBC conducted this year.
Acting News Editor Wadzanai Mhombera highlighted how the session provided comprehensive knowledge...
The Gambia presented progress reports on the Sustainable Development Goals during the High-Level Political Forum at United Nations Headquarters from July 21 to 24, 2025. Finance Minister Seedy Keita led the delegation alongside Health Minister Ahmad Lamin Samateh, Gender Minister Fatou Kinteh, and Permanent Secretary Illo Jallow. The West African nation joined 38 other countries showcasing national development achievements through Voluntary National Review presentations. Government officials, academics, and representatives from civil society attended the four-day gathering.
Minister Kinteh addressed demographic challenges affecting gender equality during a roundtable discussion on July 22. The SWEDD+ initiative targets adolescent girls...
The ECOWAS Journalism Award ceremony took place on Friday in Bijilo, celebrating outstanding media professionals from across West Africa. Sankulleh Janko earned the radio reporter category recognition during this inaugural event. The Gambian journalist expressed deep appreciation for receiving this honor, stating the achievement would remain part of his professional legacy. He believes this recognition reflects positively on Gambian journalism as a whole. The award represents the first ECOWAS Excellence Award given in the radio reporting field.
Janko previously received multiple accolades for his journalistic excellence throughout his career. The Gambia Press Union named him Radio Journalist of the Year in 2018, while he also captured...
The National Disaster Management Agency partnered with ChildFund The Gambia for a disability inclusion seminar on July 18-19 at Mansa Wally Lodge in Pakalinding. Stakeholders gathered to create plans that involve persons with disabilities throughout the disaster preparedness and recovery phases. Baboucarr Ceesay from NDMA presented the agency's structure and emphasized disability-focused disaster policies. Assessment tools were introduced to address the specific needs of disabled individuals during emergencies. Participants examined how disasters disproportionately impact people with disabilities.
Attendees identified barriers that prevent disabled people from accessing disaster services effectively. Physical obstacles, communication...
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