Zimbabwe Warriors Set for 2025 Africa Cup Battle.
German coach Michael Nees sees hope for Zimbabwe's national team at next year's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Warriors face South Africa, Angola, and Egypt in Group B.
"With good preparation, we can meet the challenge," Nees told ZIFA media Tuesday. Zimbabwe aims to advance past the group stage for the first time in six appearances.
The tournament runs from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Zimbabwe qualified after losing just once to Cameroon in their campaign.
South Africa's coach, Hugo Broos, expressed confidence about facing Zimbabwe. "We played one draw and won three times against them," he said. Broos led South Africa to bronze in the last tournament.
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Zanu PF Leaders Visit Border Post to Monitor Economic Policies.
Senior members of Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu PF party arrived at Beitbridge Border Post Thursday for a two-day review of economic policies. The visit follows decisions made at the party's annual conference in Bulawayo last October.
Retired Lieutenant-General Engelbert Rugeje leads the team, joined by Business Development Secretary Elifasi Mashaba and Economic Affairs Director Anastacia Ndlovu.
"The party stands above government and sets national economic policies," Rugeje said during the tour. He stressed the need for coordination between party plans and government action at the border post.
The US$300 million upgrade at Beitbridge has cut waiting times for cargo and...
India Lauds Zimbabwe Partnership at National Day Event.
India praised Zimbabwe's leadership for building strong ties between the nations at India's National Day celebration in Harare on Thursday. The event marked 45 years of diplomatic relations.
Indian Ambassador Bramha Kumar highlighted centuries-old connections dating to the Munhumutapa Kingdom era. "Indian merchants traded textiles, minerals, and metals with Zimbabwe," Kumar said. "Royal family members traveled to India for education."
He pointed to Dom Miguel, a 17th-century prince and heir to the Mutapa throne, who studied in Goa. "A chapel pillar there bears his inscription, showing his scholarly achievement," Kumar said.
Indian private sector investments in Zimbabwe have...
Zimbabwe Seeks Energy Partners as Demand Surges.
Zimbabwe's President Mnangagwa announced plans to expand the country's energy partnerships amid rising power demands from infrastructure growth. Energy Minister July Moyo delivered the president's message at the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit in Tanzania on Thursday.
The country faces power shortages due to drought impacts on Lake Kariba's hydroelectric output. Twenty African leaders gathered at the summit to address energy gaps and attract investment across the sector.
"Climate change threatens our power supply," Moyo said, reading the president's speech. "Zimbabwe and Zambia need diverse energy sources after droughts cut hydroelectric production."
Zimbabwe offers tax breaks and...
Zimbabwe Government Rebukes War Veterans' Criticism of President.
Zimbabwe's Information Minister, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, strongly disapproved of recent statements made by certain war veterans against President Mnangagwa.
The minister singled out veteran Blessed Geza for what he called "reactionary and unmerited" criticism. Muswere noted that Geza had previously supported Resolution Number 1 at the 21st National People's Conference, which backed Mnangagwa's leadership through 2030.
"These individuals are not using legal structures to discuss their grievances," Muswere said in a statement Tuesday night. He suggested Geza's criticism stemmed from losing a primary election in 2018.
The minister highlighted President Mnangagwa's support...
SADC Pledges Action After M23 Rebels Break Congo Peace Deal, Kill Peacekeepers.
The M23 rebel movement has shattered the peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), attacking peacekeepers and seizing the major city of Goma. The attacks killed 13 peacekeepers from South Africa, Malawi, and Uruguay.
SADC Chairman President Mnangagwa issued a stern response Monday night. "SADC will assume its full responsibility and take action to deal with the deteriorating security and humanitarian situation in Eastern DRC," he said. He emphasized that those behind the violence must face consequences.
The fighting has created a massive humanitarian crisis. Over 400,000 people fled their homes early this month, with numbers rising as violence...
Zimbabwe's President Praises Local Inventor's Energy Breakthrough.
President Mnangagwa lauded Maxwell Chikumbutso for creating wireless devices that run without conventional power sources. These include an unmanned aerial vehicle and television sets.
"I have this television in my home," Mnangagwa said. "It needs no wires but shows all channels, even outdoors. He demonstrated this at my residence."
Chikumbutso explained that his invention harnesses radio frequencies, which measure less than one volt. "We developed special components that convert radio waves into usable energy—a world first," he said.
The inventor shared a dark chapter from his time in the United States. He and a colleague faced poisoning after their unconventional...
The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) wants Aisha Jumwa removed as chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board (KRB). IEK says President William Ruto's appointment of Jumwa on January 17 violates the KRB Act.
According to IEK president Eng Shammah Kiteme, the KRB Act requires the President to appoint a non-executive chairperson from nominees of five specific organizations. These organizations are the IEK, the Automobile Association of Kenya, the Kenya Association of Manufacturers, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya, and the Kenya Transport Association.
Kiteme stated that Jumwa does not represent any of these five organizations. He questioned whether her appointment followed the law.
The KRB oversees road...
President Barrow Vows Tough Stance on Corruption.
President Adama Barrow says he will crack down on corruption and has warned of strict measures to enforce anti-graft laws.
Barrow appeared in an interview with Alpha Karaga's Sarahule show. The show will air on Tuesday at 9 p.m. on Star FM radio/TV.
The president said his government is committed to fighting corruption. He pledged to intensify efforts across all sectors.
"We have never compromised on corruption," Barrow said. He assured the public of his "serious commitment."
Barrow warned that even his family members would face consequences if involved. He said he is ready to act on audit reports.
Auditors recently visited the State House and checked the paint quality and value...
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