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Heavy rains have caused flooding across Nairobi's streets, making travel difficult. Car owner Mark Kirui faced trouble Monday when his vehicle stalled in rising waters at Embakasi. The same evening, about 130 people waited at Central Railway Station after floods stopped train service to Syokimau...

Kenya Power will cut electricity on Wednesday across five counties. Nairobi residents in Ngumba Estate face outages from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kajiado County loses power from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., affecting the Matasia area, Kajiado Referral Hospital, Masai Polytechnic, County Government offices, and...

Research shows that two moxifloxacin versions taste better than generic alternatives for children with tuberculosis. The ChilPref ML study comes from Stellenbosch University, working with the TB Alliance, and is funded through Unitaid. Scientists have improved treatments for drug-resistant TB...

Nicholas Rankin wrote a 560-page book called "Trapped in History: Kenya, Mau Mau and Me" that combines detailed historical research with personal memories from his childhood in Kenya. The historical sections spark deep discussions despite the less exciting personal stories about his British...

ZALMAN's ALPHA2 DS series water cooler will be available in stores on April 25. The coolers feature a 2.73-inch IPS LCD screen on the water block that users can adjust, remove, or reposition with the magnetic attachment system. Buyers can choose between 240mm or 360mm radiator sizes, both of...

DeepCool released two new CPU coolers with dual fans and sideways airflow. The AK400 ZERO DARK PLUS costs about $45, and the AG400 PLUS sells for around $27. Both models hit stores on April 25, 2025. These products effectively cool processors without being expensive. The AK400 ZERO DARK PLUS...

BenQ launched a new 27-inch screen called the PD2730S with 5K resolution. Artists see 77 percent more space compared to standard 4K displays. The monitor shows almost every color from major standards like DCI-P3, with over one billion total colors. Its high contrast ratio makes blacks deeper and...

Intel has released overclocking tech called 200S Boost for three new processors. This feature lets users speed up their CPU with Intel's official approval. The company promises that using 200S Boost will not void your warranty. Users need Z890 motherboards that support the profile through...

Government accountants met on Tuesday in Mutare to learn about new financial statement rules. They need help with International Public Sector Accounting Standards before the December 2025 deadline. These standards improve financial reports for government agencies and allow offices to make...

Catholics across Zimbabwe will hold masses for Pope Francis, who passed away Monday. The first service happens on Thursday evening, led by the Apostolic Nuncio. The Pope died at age 88 from a stroke that caused heart failure. His funeral takes place on Saturday after planning meetings by the...

The University of Zimbabwe must pay $323,046 to a former bursar who refused certain transactions. Vengai Mugabe told authorities that purchases over $20,000 required formal bidding. His case reached the Supreme Court, which upheld the award for his unfair dismissal claim. The university had...

Police reported that road accidents jumped during the Easter and Independence Day holidays compared to last year. Zimbabwe saw 384 crashes versus 286 in 2024. Deaths decreased from 26 to 21, but injuries rose from 159 to 178. Police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi shared these figures...

According to Zimbabwe Lands Commission member Rosemary Choruma Dowa, land represents the foundation of Zimbabwe's industrial growth because it supplies materials that power manufacturing. She spoke at a rural development meeting in Bulawayo and urged citizens to use the new title deed reforms...

War veteran Blessed Geza called for Zimbabweans to stay home during the Easter holidays. He wanted President Mnangagwa to resign and for corrupt officials to be arrested. His message accused top leaders of stealing national resources through shady deals. Despite these serious claims, cities...

Rain cut short day three of the first Test between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh in Sylhet. The home team reached 194 for four at stumps, leading by 112 runs after just 44 overs of play. Blessing Muzarabani sparked Zimbabwe's attack when play finally started in the afternoon. Muzarabani dismissed...

The Castle Lager Premier Soccer League has set up shop at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair in Bulawayo to promote local football. League spokesperson Kudzai Bare said they came to connect with fans, sponsors, and possible business partners. The fair runs through Saturday and is themed...

Sean Williams marked 21 years of international cricket when he played against Bangladesh in the first Test at Sylhet on Sunday. The Zimbabwe all-rounder first represented his country in February 2005, playing an ODI against South Africa. His debut proved modest—he bowled three wicketless overs...

A Harare judge has freed Mai Dhuterere from court attendance requirements in her fraud case. Mr Tapiwa Banda ruled that prosecutors must use formal written notices if they want to continue the legal action against her. Mai Dhuterere, wife of famous gospel singer Mambo Dhuterere, faced claims she...

Zimbabwe athletes are making their mark early this outdoor season with top performances that have thrilled athletics director Phakamile Lisimati. "Our athletes have shown quite impressive performances," Lisimati said from Gwanda. Vimbai Maisvoreva ran the 400m in 50.25 seconds last weekend...

The African Union Sports Council Region 5 starts a workshop today for people who classify visually impaired athletes. This event runs through Friday in Gaborone, Botswana. Professionals from five countries will learn how to assess athletes before next April's deadline. Uganda expert Joseph...