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Econet Victoria Falls Marathon kicks off
Financial Gazette
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July 6, 2025
63 . . . 5 000 participants from over 30 countries to grace the event ZIMBABWE’S premier resort town springs to life today as more than 5 000 athletes from over 30 countries compete in the 2025 Econet Victoria Falls Marathon, one of Africa’s most...
Full List Of African Countries Affected By 3-Month US Visa Validity
Naija News
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July 11, 2025
In a statement released by the US Embassy in Abuja on Tuesday, the American government announced that “most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas issued to citizens of Nigeria will be single-entry visas with a three-month validity period.” The...
Zim golfers Shine at Macau Golf Masters
The Standard
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The world’s largest golf tournament for athletes with intellectual disabilities, held from June 25th to 27th at the Macau Golf and Country Club, saw exceptional performances from the Special Olympics Zimbabwe team. Zimbabwean golfers made their...
President Mnangagwa donates US$100,000 towards Sables’ bid to defend Rugby Africa Cup title
New Zimbabwe
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July 10, 2025
By James Muonwa PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has donated US$100,000 to the senior men’s rugby team, the Sables, bid to defend their title at the ongoing Rugby Africa Cup tournament. The Sables were invited to State House on Thursday evening, where...
Zim nationals in troubled Middle East safe
NewsDay Zimbabwe
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Foreign Affairs and International Trade ministry spokesperson, Philisiwe Chidawanyika, ZIMBABWEAN nationals, who reached out to the country's diplomatic missions in the Middle East amid recent tensions in the region, are safe and accounted for,...
Econet doubles 5G coverage and price ahead of Victoria Falls Marathon
Bulawayo 24 News
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July 5, 2025
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe has reaffirmed its commitment to the internationally acclaimed Victoria Falls Marathon by unveiling a major digital infrastructure upgrade ahead of this year's event, set for Sunday, July 6, 2025. With thousands of...
Protests, celebrations mark different Fourth for many Americans
The York Dispatch - Pennsylvania
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Associated Press Holiday travelers take a break in the terminal at Orlando International Airport, Thursday, July 3, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)John Raoux, APTravelers eat while waiting for a flight at Detroit Metropolitan Airport...
Ousted NSSA boss tags Mnangagwa in letter blasting ministerial move
Bulawayo 24 News
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July 4, 2025
Emmanuel Fundira, the recently dismissed chairperson of the National Social Security Authority (Nssa), has mounted a bold legal challenge against his abrupt termination, casting a spotlight on governance issues within one of Zimbabwe's most...
Jah Prayzah cancels US shows after visa snag… insists they were not denied visas
Nehanda Radio
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June 27, 2025
HARARE – United States-based fans of Zimbabwean musician Jah Prayzah will have to wait a little longer to see the superstar live in action, after his shows in that country were postponed due to a “technical” issue with their visa applications. Jah...
Mapfumo’s Afthonia prepares Chitungwiza artists for global market
NewsDay Zimbabwe
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Albert Mapfumo of Afthonia Consultants says his recent workshop on digital and social media marketing, financial wellness, e-commerce and logistics at the Chitungwiza Arts Centre was inspired by lessons from his frequent travels to Europe HARARE,...
African Union to grow continent’s share in global trade to 20%
TASS
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June 28, 2025
HARARE, June 28. /TASS/. The African Union (AU) Commission is seeking to grow the continent’s share of global trade from the current 2% to 20%, the Union’s Director of Industry, Minerals, Entrepreneurship and Tourism Ron Osman said. "In Africa, we...
U19 Proteas call-up for two Noordheuwel cricket sensations
Krugersdorp News
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July 13, 2025
Stumps, hard-hitting sixes and team spirit are what Krugersdorp will soon witness from two talented players from Hoërskool Noordheuwel, who have been chosen to represent the Proteas U19 cricket team in a three-match 50-over series against...
Keep your America, Mr Trump, and we’ll keep our Africa
Al Jazeera
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July 4, 2025
On June 16, The New York Times disclosed that United States President Donald Trump is considering broadening his travel ban list to include as many as 36 additional countries, most of them African – including my country, Zimbabwe. Twelve days...
Govt re-advertises tender for Old Gwanda Road supervision
Bulawayo 24 News
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July 3, 2025
The Government of Zimbabwe, through the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development, has re-advertised a tender to engage a consultancy firm to supervise the construction of the Old Gwanda Road project. This move aims to accelerate...
Q&A with Sr. Thao Phi, advocate for peace in face of South African xenophobia
Global Sisters Report
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Sr. Thao Phi, a member of the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, stands as a beacon of hope in the face of escalating violence and xenophobia in South Africa. She provides guidance and support to people impacted by the ongoing turmoil. As an...
PROGRESSIVE FORCES DEMAND ANSWERS OVER LATE EDGAR LUNGU’S MYSTERIOUS PRESENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA.
Zambian Observer
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July 11, 2025
By CIC Africa. PROGRESS FORCES DEMAND ANSWERS OVER LATE EDGAR LUNGU’S MYSTERIOUS PRESENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA. The Progressive Forces of South Africa have issued a scathing letter to the Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber, demanding urgent...
Man Delusional After Consuming Cannabis Candy: Umdloti Beach – KZN
South Africa Today
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July 10, 2025
A 31 year old man was hospitalised after consuming a candy bar containing Cannabis in Umdloti Beach – KZN today (Thursday). A resident contacted Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) for assistance after they noticed the male behaving delusional on...
Baboon bandit: how an unexpected hotel visitor turned a dream trip into comedy gold
IOL
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It's not every day a couple gets mugged in their hotel room by an unexpected visitor. But that's precisely what happened to American travellers, @heierman, while staying in Livingstone, situated on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. What they...
Female Yellow Greens storm Edo camp for World Cup qualifiers
Punch
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July 10, 2025
Nigeria women’s senior cricket team, the Female Yellow Greens, are currently in a 14-day open camp at the high-performance centre in Benin City, ahead of next month’s 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifiers in Namibia, The PUNCH reports....
Ten-strong Stirling Uni contingent prepare for Singapore test at World Champs
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 11, 2025
A group of Stirling-based swimmers are preparing to jet out to Singapore tomorrow as they prepare to hit the pool for the World Swimming Championships. The ten-strong contingent will include eight athletes competing for Great Britain - anchored by...