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New Cabinet Leaves Namibians in a Twist
Political analyst Gurvy Kavei from the University of Namibia thinks nobody saw President Nandi-Ndaitwah's cabinet picks coming. He shared his views with Nampa during a Sunday interview about the new ministers. Many news outlets tried to guess who would join the government team before the announcement. The actual selections surprised everyone completely. The president talked about Namibia having plenty of resources during Saturday's swearing-in event. She mentioned the country struggles with managing these resources properly. Kavei believes she picked ministers who can handle national resources better for the public good. He really likes how the cabinet includes different genders and people from various regions. Kavei calls this the...
Chelle tells Eagles to gear up for Zimbabwe clash
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle told his players they need to stay sharp for their upcoming game against Zimbabwe. Both teams want to improve their chances after struggling early in the World Cup qualifying rounds. The match happens Tuesday at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, located in Uyo. Everyone can watch when the game starts at 6 PM Central African Time. The Super Eagles hold fourth place with six points earned. Zimbabwe sits at the bottom of Group C with just three points. Chelle started his job as Nigeria's head coach back in January. He coached his first game against Rwanda on Thursday, where his team won 2-0. After that victory, he made sure his players knew they couldn't relax against Zimbabwe. Chelle mentioned that his...
Zimbabwe Warriors land in Nigeria for qualifier showdown
The Zimbabwe Warriors team landed in Nigeria after leaving South Africa on Friday. They flew into Lagos Saturday morning and plan to travel to Uyo later that day. This trip comes right after they faced Benin in a Thursday match. The national squad keeps all the same players from that previous game. Tuesday brings their next challenge when they face Nigeria's Super Eagles at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. Fans can watch the action starting at 6 PM Central African Time. Zimbabwe sits at the bottom of Group C with just three points, having failed to win any matches in the qualifying rounds. Their opponents recently beat Rwanda 2-0 and currently hold fourth place with six points. This contest marks the sixth matchday in Group C...
Uhuru tells Kenyan's to keep praying for our leaders
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta urged Kenyans to keep praying for their country and everyone who leads it. Kenyatta emphasized how much it matters when Kenyans pray for people running the government. At a Sunday Thanksgiving mass in St. Joseph's Cathedral located in Meru County, the former President shared his thoughts with the congregation. Everyone had gathered to celebrate Bishop Jackson Murugara, who recently became the Coadjutor Bishop of Meru. The special church service brought many faithful together to honor this important religious appointment. Kenyatta made sure to attend this significant event for the Catholic community. Kenyatta mentioned he wouldn't repeat previous statements because anyone listening had already heard...
DJ Levels ride through beats and drama
Rodger Tafadzwa Kadzimwe, known by many as DJ Levels, works as a music producer and songwriter who became famous across Zimbabwe. He helped start the Chill Spot Records music label with friends. Born September 9, 1989, in Murewa, DJ Levels started his education at Avonlea Primary School in Harare. He bounced around different high schools, including Ellis Robins, George Stark in Mbare, and finally, Sodbury High School in Darwendale. His music journey began at the Evangelical Fellowship of Believers Church, where he sang and played keyboard. After working with S.E.P.P Records early on, he teamed up with DJ Fantan and DJ Ribhe to create Chill Spot Record, which helped make Zimdancehall music popular in Zimbabwe. As a producer, DJ Levels...
Lorraine Guyo's viral journey from hotel to fame
Lorraine Guyo, known as the comedian Chihera Lolo, makes people laugh on Facebook and YouTube. She was born in Bikita, Masvingo, Zimbabwe, but currently resides in Harare. Born on February 23, 1994, Lorraine identifies herself as a village girl, having spent most of her early years in rural areas. Her parents died when she was young, leaving her and her younger brother to live with their grandparents. Lorraine later moved to Harare after landing a job at Rainbow Towers Hotel. We don't know much about her education level. She became famous in February 2019 when she posted a video asking men to date her before Valentine's Day. In her native language, she said "Ndinyengeiwo," which means "ask me out," and people started calling her by...
Wicknell Chivayo Jet Life and Gold Hustle Unmasked
Adam Rhys Lurie investigated the aircraft Wicknell Chivayo uses. The jet carries South African registration ZS-ACT. Records identify it as a Bombardier Challenger 300 business jet manufactured in 2004 with serial number 20034. The plane appears on flight trackers but lists only "Private owner" in public databases since South Africa protects identity information. South African Civil Aviation Authority manages aircraft through an operator system rather than tracking owners directly, keeping official ownership hidden from public view. This same registration number previously belonged to a DH.80A Puss Moth operated by Rhodesian Aviation Co in 1931, later sold to Southern Rhodesia in 1935. Registration numbers recycle over time, creating...
Passion Java and his wild ride in Zimbabwe
Panganai Java entered the world on October 29, 1987, and grew up in Seke Chitungwiza with parents Christine and Charles. People call him Twabam or Prophet Passion. He married Lily Tsegaye from Ethiopia in 2016 after divorcing Prophetess Yasmin in 2015. He shares a son named Uebert with Yasmin, plus three more sons with Lily: Lemuel, Raphael, and Uriel. Passion started his religious path at Tabernacles of Grace under his brother Apostle B Java before launching the Kingdom Embassy in 2010 at Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex. He grabbed public attention when he correctly guessed phone numbers and ID numbers during church services. His fame grew in 2013 after claiming he performed a miracle abortion on a four-month-pregnant woman. That same...
Safirio Mukadota Left a Mark on Local Arts
Safirio Madzikatire, a comedian and musician, made Zimbabweans laugh and dance. Fans knew him as Mukadota from his character Mukadota Baba VaRwizi on TV. His popular TV show, "The Mukadota Family," played on Zimbabwe Broadcasting Television during the eighties and early nineties. People loved how he mixed funny acts with catchy music, especially his hit songs "KuHanyani" and "Usandisiye." Born April 2, 1932, Safirio came from Tanda village near Rusape in Manicaland. He grew up as the only son in his family, raised by relatives from his mother's side in what was then called the National neighborhood (later renamed Mbare after independence). His actual birth name was Xavier Madzikatire, but people pronounced it "Safirio," which stuck...
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