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Trump Dumps Trade Truce for Fresh Tariff Showdown
Trump says he might not extend the pause on his worldwide tariffs when it runs out in July. US trade officials want to start talks based on a new plan before that happens. They created a system that groups trade issues under several main headings, such as tariffs, regulations, digital trade rules, product origins, and security concerns. The plan lets officials make different demands for each country they talk to. About 18 major trading partners will have negotiations, with six countries meeting each week until the July 8 deadline. Mexico, Canada, and China will face separate talks outside this system. Countries without agreements when time runs out will see tariffs return. Expert Ashraf Patel calls this a response to public anger over...
Gachagua Snubs Raila Says 3M Workers Back Him
Former Deputy President Gachagua says the opposition can win elections without Raila Odinga. He spoke Sunday on Weru TV about building a different coalition. Gachagua believes Odinga works with President Ruto already. The former deputy thinks salaried Kenyans represent their strongest base of support. He claims 3.5 million workers suffer from heavy tax burdens. If his team takes power, Gachagua promises to cut taxes like the Housing levy. He wants counties to rent affordable houses to citizens. The ousted leader works with Kalonzo Musyoka, Fred Matiangi, Martha Karua, and Eugene Wamalwa. He still considers himself a leader despite his impeachment. Gachagua argues that parliament, not voters, removed him. His supporters continue...
Gachagua Plots Takeover in Kisii Ukamba Maasailand
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua plans to expand his political reach beyond his home territory. During a church service in Nyandarua County, he named Kisii, Ukambani, Maasailand, and Western regions as new focus areas. He asked people to let Senator John Methu serve as his representative in the Mount Kenya region when he travels elsewhere. Gachagua claimed President William Ruto visited Nyandarua nine times without keeping promises. He questioned the government's commitment to fighting illegal alcohol and drugs. Gachagua told residents to vote against the President's allies, calling them betrayers worse than colonizers. He compared them to collaborators who worked against freedom fighters during the Mau Mau uprising. His...
Zimbabwe Golf Whiz Kids Land World Cup Spot
Zimbabwe junior golfers earned their spot at the 2025 Toyota Junior Golf World Cup yesterday. The team finished second at the All-Africa Junior Golf Team Championship held in Tunisia. Thomas Sinclair, Tanaka Chatora, Brandon Amm, and Tawana Mangoma represented Zimbabwe among 15 competing nations. This marks Zimbabwe's second straight qualification for the global tournament. They placed second behind South Africa last year as well. The top two countries from both boys' and girls' divisions advanced to the world championship, which is scheduled for October in Japan. The Zimbabwe boys' team scored 882 points, finishing 18 over par. South Africa won the tournament with 842 points, ending 22 under par. Shutt led Zimbabwe individually...
Curran Warns Zimbabwe To Stay Sharp In Chattogram
Ben Curran warns his team not to become overconfident as they face Bangladesh in the second Test match starting today in Chattogram. Zimbabwe won the first Test by three wickets, chasing 174 runs for their highest successful Test run chase ever. This victory ended a three-year winless streak for Zimbabwe in Test cricket. Curran expects Bangladesh to respond strongly after losing. He says Zimbabwe must work hard throughout the upcoming match if they hope to repeat their success. The squad feels good after their win, but knows conditions will differ at the new venue. Players must adapt quickly to these changes as they prepare for fresh challenges. The batsman has played just four Tests since his debut against Afghanistan earlier this...
Zimbabwe Sables Out to Wreck Zambezi Series
Zimbabwe rugby leaders have picked 40 local players for the upcoming Zambezi Series against Zambia and Botswana next month. The first match happens May 4 at Harare Sports Club, where the Sables face Zambia before taking on Botswana. These games start their international season. Team manager Takunda Chifokoyo sees strong dedication from the squad. He noted local players worked hard since January after their November break. The team looks forward to playing before home crowds during what they call the Battle of the Zambezi. The Sables aim to defend their Rugby Africa Cup title when they compete in Uganda this July. That tournament serves as a direct qualifier for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Only one African team will advance...
Bran the Broken Scores Last Minute Miracle for CAPS
CAPS United believed in Rodwell Chinyengetere when other teams looked elsewhere. On Saturday, he scored the winning goal against Yadah at Rufaro Stadium, at the exact spot where he suffered a double leg fracture in 2012. This 1-0 victory gave CAPS United some relief after their poor season start. His goal showed that players must take responsibility for team results. Chinyengetere broke his leg badly during a game with Hwange. The goalkeeper who hit him, Artwell Mukandi, visited him at Avenues Clinic right after the match. Before his injury, national coach Rahman Gumbo had picked him for the Warriors team against Burundi. The injury stopped his career progress, but never killed his spirit. FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza said...
PSL Weekend Goalless Drama Has Fans Fuming
Only two teams won games during the weekend matches in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League. Herentals beat GreenFuel 1-0 on Friday at Rufaro Stadium. CAPS United grabbed a 1-0 win against Yadah. The other six matches all ended in ties. Coach Paul Benza felt happy that his Herentals team finally scored a goal after struggling to find the net earlier this season. The top match between Simba Bhora and MWOS finished 0-0 in Shamva. MWOS stayed in first place with 18 points, three more than Simba Bhora. Both coaches seemed pleased with sharing one point each. CAPS United coach Lloyd Chitembwe arrived late and let his assistant run things from the sideline. Rodwell Chinyengetere scored with a header to give CAPS the win. Highlanders held...
Zambezi Eagles Crushed by Fireballs in Sun City Rout
Zimbabwe Zambezi Eagles lost their second match at the Telkom Netball League yesterday. Golden Fireballs beat them 61-40 at Sun City Superbowl in North West province. The Eagles started well with goal shooter Sharon Bwanali making most early shots. But Fireballs took control fast, leading 15-10 after the first quarter. The South African team completely dominated the second quarter. They stretched their lead to 32-15, as the Eagles managed just five goals. Zimbabwe missed many scoring chances throughout the game. They struggled to keep the ball, and poor passes hurt them badly. Nicole Muzanenamo briefly replaced Wadzanai Zimunya at goal attack before Zimunya returned later. Fireballs coach Elsje Jordaan praised Zimbabwe for adding...
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