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World Champion, Master Wilfred Mashaya By George Swarei Master Wilfred Mashaya, widely known as the Zim Ninja, has made history by being appointed as the first Zimbabwean judge for the prestigious 2024 WNA Golden Combo Tournament. Renowned as a Kobudo World Champion and martial arts expert, Mashaya’s selection underscores his exceptional proficiency with the Nunchaku,…
By George Swarei Zimbabwe is set to join the global community in observing International Women’s Day on March 8th, celebrating the economic, political, and social achievements of women and girls. Led by the Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Hon. Monica Mutsvangwa (Sen), the nation will commemorate the day under the…
By George Swarei In a grim turn of events, over 70,000 individuals have been compelled to abandon their homes in northern Mozambique, seeking refuge in southern districts since the onset of heightened hostilities in early February, according to reports from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The district of Chiure has borne the…
By George Swarei On October 12, 1979, Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, then president of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), addressed the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In his speech, he stated, “From the bottom of our souls, we repudiate with all our strength the ruthless persecution and genocide that Nazism unleashed against the Jewish people in their time….
Ambassador of The State of Palestine to Harare, Dr. Tamer Almassri with journalism students from Harare Polytechnic and Zimbabwe Open University. By George Swarei In a significant move, the Palestinian Embassy in Harare has partnered with Zimbabwe Open University and Harare Polytechnic to establish a Palestine press club. The club’s mission is clear: to provide…
Veteran Actor John Okarfor By Rajah Mugayi Nollywood veteran Actor, Mr Ibu has died. The actor, whose real name is John Okarfor, was 62. According to multiple reports from sources close to him, the veteran comedian passed away at Evercare Hospital. Many fans have shared condolences on X (formerly Twitter), reminiscing on movies the late…
By Lisca Philo The Zimbabwe Gender Commission, in collaboration with the Harare City Council, led a Clean-Up campaign at Mbare Musika in Harare yesterday, marking the commencement of Women’s Month and reinforcing efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV). Held under the theme “Clean-Up Mbare, Sweep out GBV,” the campaign aimed to honour Women’s Month while…
Veteran Broadcaster Robson Mhandu By Lisca Philo In a dramatic turn of events at the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC), Ms. Adelaide Chikunguru, the suspended Chief Executive Officer, has resigned with immediate effect amidst looming disciplinary actions, while Mr. Robson Mhandu has been ousted over allegations of sexual harassment. Ms. Chikunguru’s resignation comes in the wake…
By Licious Mkuni The news of the passing on of former Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Karikoga “KK” Kaseke, on February 29, 2024, has left a profound sadness across the tourism and hospitality landscape. Zimbabwe mourns the loss of a true luminary who, in his illustrious 16-year tenure at the helm of…
By Licious Mkuni President Mnangagwa’s scheduled landing at Victoria Falls Airport was abruptly redirected back to Harare following a chilling bomb threat received via email, allegedly sent by an anonymous individual identifying as “John Doe,” Friday morning. The alarming incident has sparked nationwide security concerns and raised questions about the efficacy of airport safety protocols….