Sports
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Msengezi Volleyball Team scoop gold medal
Writes Nhau Mangirazi Msengezi High School clinched a gold medal after winning the National Association School Heads (NASH) volleyball under the girls’ cluster competition on Friday in Mutare. The school was representing Mashonaland West province in the NASH U20 volleyball finals held in Mutare drawn from 12 schools representing all provinces with Bulawayo and Harare…
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Father Flower Group of Schools Clinches Victory in National ball games Competition
Writes Thomas Faranando In a thrilling display of athleticism and teamwork, Father Flower Group of Schools emerged victorious in the highly anticipated National ball games competitions in Harare on Thursday. The school’s teams dominated at the National ball games finals pitting the Christ Group of Schools and Father Flower Group of schools, showcasing their exceptional…
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Golden Valley FC edge CUMA Academy 2-0
Writes Chimeno Azriel Golden Valley Football Club turned in a masterful display to edge CUMA Academy 2-0 in a top-of-the-table match played in a packed Rimuka Stadium on Sunday. Two beautiful goals in the second half were enough to see Golden Valley Football Club open a 2-point lead at the summit of the Mashonaland West…
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DStv UEFA Euro 2024: Semifinal 1, Spain v France, 9 July
UEFA Euro 2024 has reached the semifinal stage, with two potential thrillers on the card. First up is a classic meeting of Spain and France at the Allianz Arena in Munich on the evening of Tuesday 9 July. DStv is your home for Euro 2024 – a big tournament, with big stars. Stay connected or…
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Empowering Youth Through Football: Vana Vedu Organisation Takes a Stand Against Substance Abuse
Writes Panashe Gwesu In a groundbreaking initiative, Vana Vedu Organization, via its junior football club, an affiliate of the Chitungwiza Junior Football Development League and the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA), has undertaken a dual mission of empowering youths and combating drug and substance abuse. The organization, known for its commitment to helping underprivileged young people,…
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2024 Olympic Games Star Athlete: Joshua Cheptegei, Uganda, Men’s 10,000m
Catch them on DStv, the ultimate destination for the Olympic Games Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei is determined to win gold in the Men’s 10,000m at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, having claimed a silver medal in the distance at Tokyo 2020. DStv is your ultimate destination for the Olympic Games, while DStv Stream allows viewers to…
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A plus for foot-golf in Kadoma
Writes Ronnie Chisamba The Kadoma community is set to benefit from the recent Footgolf district outreach program which was held by the Zimbabwe Footgolf Association, at Jameson High (Kadoma) on Friday last week. Participants were drawn from Mhondoro Ngezi and Sanyati Districts. Teachers from the local schools and the 15 participants were introduced to footgolf…
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Historic Qualification For Palestine In The Final Round of World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
The Palestine national football team made history by advancing to the final round of World Cup qualification for the first time. Palestine played their match against Lebanon in Qatar due to security concerns in Gaza. The team secured a 0-0 draw, which was enough to secure second place in their group and advance to the…
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The eagerly anticipated UEFA Euro 2024 is here on DStv
Witness the creation of history—watch it all on DStv! Heavyweights and hosts, Germany will open UEFA Euro 2024 with a clash against Scotland, while Matchday 1 (which runs from Friday 14 to Tuesday 18 June) will also feature a potential thriller between Spain and Croatia, as well as a first look at tournament favourites France…
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Manunure High School Student Aims to Conquer Miss Midlands Title
Writes Panashe Gwesu Nokutenda Bungu, a determined 16-year-old form 4 student at Manunure High School in Kwekwe, has set her sights on claiming the prestigious title of Miss Midlands soon, with aspirations to eventually compete at an international level. She said this following her recent victory as Miss Kwekwe Schools, when she expressed her heartfelt…
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Old Mutual’s sponsorship of Tag Rugby Trust building the future of sports
As a responsible business committed to driving positive change, Old Mutual Zimbabwe has been a proud sponsor of Tag Rugby Trust since 2011, supporting the organization’s mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people across the country. Through their ongoing commitment and generous donations, Old Mutual has played a significant role…
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ZAOGA keeps the legacy of late Archbishop Professor Ezekiel Handinawangu Guti alive
Writes Ronnie Chisamba The passing on of Archibishop Professor Ezekiel Handinawangu Guti has not deterred the ZAOGA church from keeping the late visionary’s vision of a better world for all alive, regardless of race, tribe, or origin. A walkathon was held at Grange Christian School – in the capital – on Saturday morning last week,…
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Shamva District Ready For NAPH Provincial Competitions: Chomunhu
Writes Ronnie Chisamba Shamva District is ready for the forthcoming National Primary School Heads (NAPH) Mashonaland Central Province provincial athletics competitions according to the team’s head in charge of athletics, Phillip Chomunhu. Shamva district is making preparations for the provincial showcase at Mutumba Primary School. The athletics competitions are scheduled for this Friday at Trojan…
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Paralympic Athlete Moleen Majoni Raises The Zimbabwe Flag High
Writes Ronnie Chisamba Moleen Majoni (44) – a Zimbabwean paralympic athlete – won a gold medal at the 21, 1km OCC Outeniqua wheelchair challenge in George Town, South Africa. The annual event was held yesterday morning. lt (the wheelchair challenge) saw participants from Ghana, Botswana, South Africa, and Zimbabwe battling it for top honours. Moleen…
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34th Africa Cup of Nations: 9 records were broken
Writes Nicholas Albek After the 34th Africa Cup of Nations, we have collected all of the records that were broken at this year’s championship. To highlight a few, André Ayew (Ghana) tied Rigobert Song (Cameroon) for the most matches played at the Africa Cup of Nations – 36 – and both Youssef Msakni (Tunisia)…
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AFCON: Total Energies urged to invest in renewables in Africa
As the Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Ivory Coast on January 13th, a continent-wide campaign has been launched targeting the tournament’s main sponsor, Total Energies. The Kick Total Out of AFCON campaign is challenging Total Energies’ sponsorship of AFCON, demanding they end new drilling on the continent and seriously invest in renewables. The…
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African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2024): In Côte d’Ivoire, cultural icons team up to end malaria
The RBM Partnership to End Malaria is continuing to call on donor countries, leaders, and policymakers to increase their support in the fight to eradicate malaria around the world in 2024 and beyond
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Cricket: Brent leaves role as Zimbabwe Women Head Coach
During his tenure, Zimbabwe Women came close to making it to the last edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup but agonisingly fell just short in the decisive qualifying match against Ireland Women in 2022
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Danai Gurura joins 100 Most Influential Africans of 2023
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Leading Zimbabwean-American actress and playwright, Danai Gurira was yesterday featured in New African magazine’s annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2023. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors, who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world. The list features a diverse…
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Is football the new form of colonialism?
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi An average African, just to ask him/her which team they support they are more likely to tell you they support a European football team than a local team. Football has had a significant impact on Africa, both culturally and socially. If African governments do not invest in football, there…
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Nedbank bankrolls competent Netball Premier League
Leading financial services giant, Nedbank, has bankrolled the Premier Netball League (PNL) that has had a successful season. In her keynote address at the awards ceremony to recognise outstanding players this season, Ms Latifa Kassim, the Executive Head of Treasury at Nebank Zimbabwe said the event is meant to celebrate spectacular sports personalities who have…
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Raza named Zimbabwe T20I captain as ZC rings the changes
All-rounder Sikandar Raza has been named as Captain of Zimbabwe’s T20 international team in one of the changes announced by the Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) Board after its meeting held in Victoria Falls on Saturday. He takes over from Craig Ervine, who will now lead the senior men’s national team in Test and one-day international cricket.…
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Zimnat sends team to Africa’s first Abbot Major Marathon
Zimnat, a diversified financial services group in Zimbabwe, is sending a team of six runners to the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, Africa’s first Abbot Major Marathon. The team includes four staff members, one strategic partner, and one customer, Lilian Chivasa, who won an all-expenses-paid trip to the marathon in a social media challenge. The Sanlam…
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Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe takes stance against drug abuse
The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is committed to protecting public and animal health through its regulatory functions. As part of this mandate, MCAZ recognizes the urgent need to combat drug and substance abuse in Zimbabwe. Drug abuse is a complex issue that affects individuals, families, and communities across Zimbabwe. It poses serious threats…
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Chainama Hills Golf Club to Hold 2023 President and Captain’s Golf Tournament
Own Correspondent It’s that time of the year again when the Chainama Hills Golf Club (CHGC) fraternity gathers more than 150 golfers to partake in the combined President and Captain’s tournament. This year’s golf tournament is due to be held at Chainama Hills Golf Club on Saturday 23rd September 2023. Building on the success of…
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Mukuru appoints UFC Fighter Themba Gorimbo as Brand Ambassador
A business deeply rooted in serving its customers, Mukuru has partnered with Gorimbo on his journey of progress as he continues to positively contribute to the well-being of his community Mukuru (https://www.Mukuru.com), a leading next-generation financial services provider for Africa’s emerging consumers, has appointed Zimbabwe-born MMA fighter Themba Gorimbo as its newest brand ambassador to…
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Gladiators pip Kadoma as Mbizo’s wait for first win continues
Kadoma – 242 all out in 44.2 overs (Nyasha Mayavo 93, Takudzwanashe Kaitano 61, Bright Matsiwe 29; Owen Muzondo 3/41, Cromen Zinyama 2/35, Munashe Zata 2/48) Gladiators – 246-8 in 44.5 overs (Lennox Chando 80, Ashley Mufandauya 56, Owen Muzondo 21; Victor Chirwa 3/22, Davis Murwendo 2/30, Takudzwanashe Kaitano 1/14) Gladiators won by two wickets…
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Houghton set for 50km walk to raise funds for drug rehab facility
Zimbabwe Head Coach Dave Houghton is set to embark on a 50km charity walk after joining forces with former international cricketer Brendan Taylor in a bid to raise US$250 000 towards the establishment of an affordable drug rehabilitation facility. Dubbed ‘The Big Walk’, the fundraising event will take place this Saturday at Borrowdale Racecourse in…
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Zimbabwe to tour England for Test match in 2025
For the first time since 2003, Zimbabwe will tour England for bilateral cricket following an agreement between the two sides to play a four-day men’s Test match in 2025. The match is scheduled for 28-31 May 2025, at a venue to be confirmed. This historic tour follows discussions between Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) and the England…
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Masakadza rolls back the hands of time in Takashinga derby
Takashinga Patriots 1 – 230-9 in 45 overs (Hamilton Masakadza 120, Timycen Maruma 35, Tanaka Chivanga 12; Faraz Akram 2/38, Cuthbert Musoko 2/38, Prince Masvaure 2/56) Takashinga Patriots 2 – 142-2 in 28 overs (Aliakbar Hamid 58*, Prince Masvaure 44*, Baxon Gopito 19; Tanaka Chivanga 2/32) Takashinga Patriots 2 won by 28 runs (Duckworth-Lewis method)…
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2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup preview: Costa Rica v Zambia
SuperSport viewers on DStv can look forward to action from the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, with Zambia wrapping up their Group C campaign with a clash against Costa Rica on the morning of Monday 31 July. Thus far the Copper Queens have endured a tough tournament, suffering successive 5-0 losses at the hands of Japan and Spain. This…