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Netone-sponsored fitness marathon promotes environmental protection, tourism development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago08 mins

Leading mobile telephony company, NetOne, has demonstrated its deep commitment to sustainability, and responsible governance by sponsoring a fitness marathon. Addressing journalists in the capital city yesterday, Mr. Learnmore Musunda, the company’s General Manager, speaking on behalf of Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Raphael Mushanawani, said NetOne recognizes the vital importance of achieving the goals…

Raza named Zimbabwe T20I captain as ZC rings the changes

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

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….

Tour De Great Dyke Cycling Tour launched

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago07 mins

Selous – The Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Mashonaland West, Hon Marian Chombo, officially launched a Cycling Tour competition that will see cyclists connecting Mashonaland West and Midlands Provinces in a three-day cycling tour. The tour organized by the Zvishavane-based community radio station, YAFM, seeks to raise funds for charity with…

Munyaradzi Primary School ready for top honours in Jikinya Dance Festival finals

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago05 mins

Writes Chimeno Azriel Kadoma-based rraditional dance group, Munyaradzi Primary School, is ready for the top prize when they battle with nine other Provincial teams for the 2023 Jikinya Dance festival finals set to be held in Bindura during the first week of November. Munyaradzi Primary School is representing Mashonaland West during the finals and is…

Zimnat sends team to Africa’s first Abbot Major Marathon

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago05 mins

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…

ZPHCA’s youth with disabilities peer learning programme positively transforms lives

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago2 years ago08 mins

Zimbabwe Parents of Handicapped Children’s Association (ZPHCA) recently hosted the Youth with Disability Peer Learning Exchange Feedback Meeting in Harare. More than 30 youth with disabilities from various neighbourhoods of the greater Harare Province attended. The event was facilitated by Emilia July, Thomas Chanduru, and Fungai Muchoko. The 3 facilitators are all part of the…

Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe takes stance against drug abuse

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago06 mins

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…

Chainama Hills Golf Club to Hold 2023 President and Captain’s Golf Tournament

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago05 mins

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…

Mukuru appoints UFC Fighter Themba Gorimbo as Brand Ambassador

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago07 mins

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…

Gladiators pip Kadoma as Mbizo’s wait for first win continues

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago06 mins

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…

Houghton set for 50km walk to raise funds for drug rehab facility

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago02 mins

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…

Zimbabwe to tour England for Test match in 2025

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago03 mins

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…

Masakadza rolls back the hands of time in Takashinga derby

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago09 mins

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)…

Gladiators get NPL title defence off to flying start

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago03 mins

Gladiators – 289-9 in 45 overs (Tony Munyonga 102, Wessly Madhevere 85, Milton Shumba 29; Mathew Campbell 4/39, Patrick Nyamapfeni 2/46, Robert Chiminya 1/35) Rainbow – 122-9 in 29.3 overs (Lavert Masunda 40, Ronald Moyo 29, Tino Chiwara 16; Milton Shumba 4/13, Malcom Chikuhwa 3/12, Wessly Madhevere 1/24) Gladiators won by 167 runs Gladiators got…

2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup preview: Costa Rica v Zambia

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago04 mins

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…

DStv Is Here for Her: The 2023 Netball World Cup is coming to your home

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago03 mins

Zimbabwean sports fans are keen for the Zimbabwe Gems to achieve success at the 2023 Netball World cup, which starts in South Africa on Friday, and for which coverage is being provided across the continent by DStv’s SuperSport. Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said all matches were being broadcast on…

Zim Afro T10 opening ceremony: Jah Prayzah, Feli Nandi ready to thrill fans

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago02 mins

His Excellency President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to officially open the inaugural edition of the Zim Afro T10 at a glittering ceremony happening at Harare Sports Club this Thursday afternoon. Local music superstar Jah Prayzah is leading the entertainment cast for the historic day, with talented songstress Feli Nandi also billed to perform alongside famous…

Marvelous Nakamba supports Hon Chombo’s Sports Tournament

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago03 mins

Writes Elvis Dumba Harare – Zimbabwe’s International Soccer player, Marvelous Nakamba has put his weight behind grassroots sports development in the country. The former Aston Villa player donated 20 soccer balls to Zvimba North Constituency legislator, Hon Marian Chombo when he paid a courtesy call at her office. Nakamba, who was in the country for…

Kadoma District hosts Mashonaland West Mashonaland Provincial Ball Games

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago06 mins

Writes Chimeno Azriel Kadoma’s Sanyati East District plays host to the National Association of Primary Heads (Naph) Provincial ball games slated for the 13th of July to the 14th of July 2023 in Rimuka. The Sanyati East District will host the tournament on the Rimuka grounds and also in various Schools on Thursday and Friday….

Dr. Phillip Chiyangwa gets COSAFA honour

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago03 mins

By Elvis Dumba South Africa – Confederation of Southern African Football Associations (COSAFA) has honoured its former President, Dr. Phillip Chiyangwa for his contributions to regional football after he was named honourary president of COSAFA. Chiyangwa, who led the organization as President for five years, was honoured at the organization’s Annual General Meeting in Sandton…

Stay in the game as finals feast beckons on SuperSport

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago04 mins

SuperSport viewers can look forward to a feast of sporting entertainment over the next coming weeks ranging from title deciders culminating in the Currie Cup final on 24 June. With football crowning no fewer than 10 champions, including the UEFA Champions League victors (10 June), it is a moment unlike any other. In a titanic…

ADDI on a fundraising marathon for the albinism community

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago2 years ago03 mins

By Marlvin Ngiza Albinism Dare to Dream Initiative (ADDI) yesterday embarked on a marathon race at the University of Zimbabwe, an exercise that was meant to mobilise resources for the special group. The marathon races were expected to run until 24 May with a strong urge for citizens to participate towards ensuring that people with…

All set for 2023 OK Grand Challenge Promotion

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago07 mins

The prestigious OK Grand Challenge jackpot promotion – an annual shopper’s promotion run by OK Zimbabwe roars to life on the 3rd of June 2023. Addressing delegates at the Ok Grand Challenge Final Acceptances event at the Borrowdale Racecourse in Harare today, Juliet Ziswa, the Marketing Director of Ok Zimbabwe took participants along the journey…

Dr. Phillip Chiyangwa gets continental award

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago05 mins

By Elvis Dumba Harare – Focus Africa Series International, in collaboration with the African Tourism Board and Africa News Network (ANN) Services will confer Zimbabwe’s Dr Philip Chiyangwa with a Focus Africa Leading People Award, a special recognition given to people pioneering work in driving the economic empowerment of indigenous business people in Africa. The conferment…

Education for development: Ruvimbo Sibanda balances academics and athletics

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago2 years ago08 mins

Balancing the various important aspects of modern education is key to a successful school career for most young people, so that a widely beneficial experience can help turn out well-rounded graduates. For 16-year-old Ruvimbo Sibanda of Harare, athletics is a passion and a driving force in her life, but she is careful to ensure that…

Nedbank Cup coming to DStv Access Customers on SuperSport

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago06 mins

SuperSport viewers on DStv can look forward to riveting football action with the upcoming Nedbank Cup semi-finals starting in May. This season’s Nedbank Cup has been no different to those held in the past although there is something richly familiar about the first semi-final hitting subscriber screens next weekend. It comes in the form of the ageless…

Chombo sponsors Muriel Mine Primary Student to attend Zambia athletics showcase

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago05 mins

By Elvis Dumba A twelve-year-old Muriel Mine Primary school athlete’s dream to showcase her talents at an international stage is coming true as she will be participating at the Confederation of African Athletics African Junior Athletics Championships scheduled for April 29 to May 3 in Zambia. PraiseGod Nyamulepa, a student at Muriel Mine Primary School…

Shanyai Football Tournament final lives to its billing

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago04 mins

By Goodwill Zunidza in Victoria Falls Rising Victoria Falls-based side Nakaluba humbled their hosts Shanyai FC 2-1 in an absorbing final of the inaugural Shanyai Football Tournament staged at Chinotimba Stadium last weekend. The pre-season competition featured six teams from the Zifa Matabeleland North Division 2A & 2B, all fine-tuning for the 2023 football season….

Madhevere hat-trick inspires Zimbabwe to sensational victory

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago09 mins

Zimbabwe – 271 all out in 49.2 overs (Sean Williams 77, Clive Madande 52, Wessly Madhevere 43; Shariz Ahmad 5/43, Colin Ackermann 2/51, Paul van Meekeren 2/66) Netherlands – 270 all out in 50 overs (Max O’Dowd 81, Tom Cooper 74, Scott Edwards 36; Wessly Madhevere 3/36, Sikandar Raza 3/39, Blessing Muzarabani 1/39) Zimbabwe won…

2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying preview, 26-27 March 2023

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago06 mins

SuperSport viewers on DStv can look forward to action from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying, with group stage, Matchday 4 fixtures set to be played on Sunday 26 and Monday 27 March 2023. DStv is the only true home of football in Africa, offering a range and depth of action that no other rival can match – it’s…

Sports, quality education ingredients for sustainable development: ZANU PF aspiring MP

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago2 years ago03 mins

By Elvis Dumba Banket – Jessica Tapfumanei, a ZANU PF War Veterans League Provincial member who is eyeing the parliamentary seat for Zimbaba South Constituency has said the advancement of sports quality education guarantees an economically empowered nation for a prosperous country. She made the remarks during a presidential campaign soccer tournament held in Banket….

CAF throws weight behind Pan-African Parliament’s push for a visa-free Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago2 years ago06 mins

The Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA), an affiliate of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has registered full support for the Pan African Parliament (PAP)’s push for a visa-free continent. Addressing the PAP Committee on Education, Culture, Tourism, and Human Resources that was sitting today to deliberate on the Eradication of Visa for Sports…

Pan African Parliament tackles food, sports on the continent

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago2 years ago09 mins

The Pan African Parliament (PAP)’s Permanent Committee on Education, Culture, Tourism, and Human Resources has promised to work on promoting African food and eradicating visas for sports teams travelling within the continent. This emerged today during a session chaired by Hon Senator Chief Fortune Z. Charumbira, the President of the PAP that was held under…

Rwanda stun Zimbabwe in Under-19 Women’s World Cup upset

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago05 mins

Rwanda Under-19 Women – 119-8 in 20 overs (Gisele Ishimwe 34, Cynthia Tuyizere 30, Merveille Uwase 18; Chipo Moyo 3/22, Kudzai Chigora 2/21, Tawananyasha Marumani 1/12) Zimbabwe Under-19 Women – 80 all out in 18.4 overs (Natasha Mtomba 20, Kelly Ndiraya 20, Adel Zimunu 11; Henriette Ishimwe 4/13, Zurufat Ishimwe 2/27, Geovanis Uwase 1/3) …

Zimbabwe clinch T20I series after beating Ireland in decider

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago2 years ago08 mins

Ireland – 141-9 in 20 overs (Harry Tector 47, Curtis Campher 27, George Dockrell 23; Wessly Madhevere 2/8, Luke Jongwe 2/23, Tendai Chatara 2/26) Zimbabwe – 144-6 in 19 overs (Craig Ervine 54, Ryan Burl 30*, Innocent Kaia 23; Ben White 2/26, Barry McCarthy 2/32, Harry Tector 1/14) Zimbabwe won by four wickets A…

Zimbabwe off to winning start in T20I series against Ireland

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago08 mins

Ireland – 114 all out in 19.2 overs (Gareth Delany 24, Curtis Campher 20, Stephen Doheny 15; Ryan Burl 3/29, Wellington Masakadza 2/13, Tendai Chatara 2/17) Zimbabwe – 118-5 in 18 overs (Sean Williams 34*, Gary Ballance 30, Clive Madande 18*; Mark Adair 2/12, Harry Tector 2/17, Barry McCarthy 1/14) Zimbabwe won by five wickets…

MP Munyaradzi Kashambe tackles GBV and drug abuse through soccer

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago05 mins

As a way of fighting gender-based violence, drug and substance abuse, ZANU (PF) Member of Parliament (MP) for Seke Constituency, Cde Munyaradzi Kashambe recently organised a soccer tournament for the youth in the area and took the opportunity to educate them on the social ills. Hon Kashambe awarded the winning teams with cash prices and…

Raza shortlisted for three major ICC awards

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago07 mins

Zimbabwe all-rounder Sikandar Raza has been shortlisted for three major International Cricket Council (ICC) awards, including the coveted Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy which celebrates the overall best-performing men’s cricketer. He is also in the running for the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year and the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year accolades. The…

4-H Zimbabwe Sports Festival Unites Political Parties’ Youths In Bikita

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago04 mins

By Richard Zimunya It was a national Unity Day with a meaning for youths in Bikita as 4-H Zimbabwe hosted a sporting festival for all political party youths. Aimed at promoting peace and tolerance amongst political party youths as well as educating them to desist from being used as tools for violence ahead of the…

Zimbabwean Ninja Wilfred Mashaya shines in South Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago04 mins

By Lloyd Rabaya The first Zimbabwean Ninja Wilfred Mashaya shined in South Africa over the weekend where he was invited to conduct a martial arts seminar by the country’s top karate master Kyoshi Michael Cindi Mailula. Shihan Mashaya is a holder of four black belts in Kyokushin karate, Bujinkan Ninjutsu, Kobudo (weapons), and self-defence, hence…

Argentina beats France on penalty kicks, winning World Cup for third time

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago03 mins

Henry Bushnell LUSAIL, Qatar — The World Cup final “for eternity” descended into madness, and then into perhaps the greatest game ever played, around 7:40 p.m. here at the Lusail Stadium on Sunday, with Argentine dreams crystallizing and then, suddenly, in 96 seconds, paralyzed. They were ultimately realized on a night of lunacy and heart-stopping drama,…

MultiChoice Employees Enjoy World Cup Experience In Qatar

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago03 mins

Two MultiChoice Zimbabwe staffers enjoyed a brief but exciting trip to Qatar for a 2023 FIFA World Cup experience in the past fortnight, after winning an internal competition. Blessing Masina and Gerald Hlabiso have returned home after the visit and are enthusiastic about the trip and their exposure to some of the World cup excitement….

2022 FIFA World Cup: 1 December preview – Groups E & F Match-day 3

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago05 mins

SuperSport viewers on DStv will be treated to unrivalled coverage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, with the tournament set to run from 20 November to 18 December and provide the most thrilling distillation of ‘The Beautiful Game’. Thursday 1 December sees Group F wrap up in the late afternoon with Croatia…

Uniformed forces soccer teams promoted into Division One

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago02 mins

By Elvis Dumba FC Prisons Stars and ZRP Harare FC will be representing the uniformed forces in the Zimbabwe Football Association Northern Region Soccer League Division One after being promoted from the lower league in Harare Province. The two teams will join Mwos FC, Omnia Football Club from Mashonaland West Division 2 league, Shamva Mine…

Cimas iGo half-marathon raises awareness of men’s health issues

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago04 mins

Cimas Health Group is marking Men’s Health Awareness Month by offering Cimas members prostate cancer screening at all its clinics throughout November, broadcasting a prostate cancer talk show on Friday (November 18) and holding an iGo Movember Half-Marathon on November 26. The month of November was first dubbed Movember in 2003 in Australia when men…