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By George Swarei Mashaya displaying his medal haul at the Welsh Open 2024 Shihan Wilfred Mashaya, Zimbabwe’s celebrated martial artist, delivered an outstanding performance at the Welsh Open 2024 under the World Martial Arts Championship (WMAC) in Wales, clinching four medals in weaponry categories. Mashaya dominated the competition with gold medals in both the traditional…
By George Swarei The upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco will feature a record number of Southern African Development Community (SADC) nations, marking a historic achievement for the region. With nine representatives—Angola, Botswana, Comoros, DR Congo, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe—SADC’s presence is stronger than ever, underscoring the region’s rise in…
Hon Kazembe Kazembe poses for a group photo with dignitaries Story by Lisca PhiloImages :Tanaka Gwanyanya The Acting Minister of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Honourable Kazembe Kazembe, has called on stakeholders of the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 to leverage sports as a tool for fostering regional development. Speaking as the Guest…
By Lisca Philo The African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region Five meetings running from 5-15 November 2024 in Harare are bringing together key stakeholders from across Southern Africa to deliberate and make resolutions on pertinent sports development issues. Chief Executive Officer Stanley Mutoya shared details of the activities and the anticipated attendees for these critical…
By Edward Makuzva The picturesque town of Honde Valley is abuzz with excitement as athletes from across Zimbabwe and beyond gather for the second edition of the NetOne Albun Honde Valley Marathon. Scheduled to take place on Saturday 23 November 2024, as the highly anticipated event promises to deliver thrilling competition, breathtaking scenery, and a…
By George Swarei Zimbabwe’s celebrated martial arts maestro, Shihan Wilfred Mashaya, has been named “Master of the Year” at the prestigious Humanitarian Martial Arts Festival and Seminar in Montenegro. The accolade, awarded on Saturday, celebrates Mashaya’s exceptional contributions to the martial arts community, particularly his mastery of the traditional Okinawan art of Kobudo. He is…
By George Swarei Budva, Montenegro – Shidoshi Wilfred Mashaya, known as the “Zim Ninja,” arrived in Montenegro last evening to take center stage at the 8th Humanitarian Martial Arts Festival and Seminar. The event, held from September 7-8 in Budva, aims to celebrate martial arts excellence and its positive impact on societies worldwide. Shihan Mashaya,…
Minister of Information Communication, Technology Postal and Courier Services Dr Tatenda Mavetera interacts with youths in Chikomba recently By Edward Makuzva NetOne’s latest CSR initiative is game-changer in the global fight against drug abuse. By donating sports kits and partnering with Dr. Tatenda Mavetera, the Minister of Information Communication, Technology Postal and Courier Services, NetOne…
Shihan Wilfred Mashaya By George Swarei Shihan Wilfred Mashaya, the reigning Kobudo World Champion from Zimbabwe, made history at the IMAC English Open Tournament in England, clinching an impressive 4 gold medals and 1 silver medal! Dominating the Competition Mashaya receiving one of the many medals Mashaya, a multi-award-winning martial artist and Hall of Famer,…
Shihan Wilfred Mashaya hoisting the Zimbabwe National Flag By George Swarei The wait is over! The prestigious International Martial Arts Corporation (IMAC) English Open Tournament opens this August 4th with over 240 competitors from across the globe set to compete at the York Leisure Centre, England. Zimbabwe born Kobudo World Champion Shihan Wilfred Mashaya, a…