Manchester City slumped to one of the most humiliating upsets in Champions League history, losing to a 3-1 at tiny Norwegian club Bodø/Glimt on Tuesday. The second-half sending-off of Rodri completed a miserable evening for big-spending City in Bodø, a fishing town with a population of around 55,000 and located north of the Arctic Circle. [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 55: Manchester City Dip In Form appeared first on Complete Sports.

Fungai Muderere, Zimpapers Sports Hub HIGHLANDERS have remained tight lipped on the word that they are in the route of redrafting their coach plan with ex-Warriors captain and Manchester City… The post JUST IN: Highlanders FC remain tight lipped on Benjani issue appeared first on herald.

Victor Maphosa Mashonaland East Bureau A 34-YEAR-OLD man (34) has been jailed for 47 years after he was found guilty of raping three women in Macheke recently. Marondera magistrate Mrs… The post Macheke man caged 47 years for rape, indecent assault appeared first on herald.

Nigerian striker Precious Benjamin has joined Austrian club Altach on loan for the remainder of the season. Benjamin, who is Altach’s first winter signing linked up with the club from Bundesliga outfit, TSG Hoffenheim. The 19-year-old arrived Hoffenheim just over a year ago. The forward featured for the U-19 team before he was promoted to [...] The post Done Deal: Flying Eagles Forward Joins Austrian Club On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.

During the Christmas and New Year period, PariPesa customers recorded an unusually high concentration of winning accumulator bets, with a large number of similar bet patterns (around 10 events with 1.1-1.4 odds each). Accumulators with that profile do not land frequently under normal conditions, which is why the cluster of wins during the Christmas and [...] The post PariPesa Players Win 900 Million Naira With Just 3 Accumulator Bets Of 10+ Odds appeared first on Complete Sports.

Mthabisi Tshuma, Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub THE late Gospel music superstar Pastor Barak will have his legacy revived through the launch of an annual tribute concert, meant to celebrate… The post Pastor Barak’s annual tribute concert on the cards appeared first on herald.

Former Super Eagles captain and Nigerian football legend, Sunday Oliseh has launched a stinging critique of Nigeria’s national team following a viral video showing players celebrating a third-place (bronze medal) finish at the just completed 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco. Oliseh, a member of Nigeria’s golden generation, described the scenes as deeply troubling, [...] The post HOT SHOT: “Bronze Is Not a Trophy” – Sunday Oliseh Slams Super Eagles’ Third-Place Celebrations appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Kenya opens the sale of a 65pc stake in Kenya Pipeline Company in a Sh106bn IPO, the largest in the country’s history and the first fully digital offer.

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 21 – The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) leading a multi-agency operation dismantled a sophisticated counterfeit alcohol syndicate, confronting a hail of stones and mobilised goons to seize a counterfeit alcohol haul in Ahero. The raid, targeting a premises operated by a notoriously “untouchable” figure in […]

Theseus Shambare HURUMENDE yakapa mari kumatunhu ose enyika yekusimbaradza gadziriro uye kurwisa njodzi dzine chekuita nekunaya kwemvura apo dzimwe nzvimbo dzinotarisirwa kusangana nedambudziko remafashamu panguva ino yemwaka iyo inonaya mvura… The post Hurumende yagadzirira kurwisa ‘cyclone’ appeared first on herald.

  Rutendo Nyeve Victoria Falls Reporter THE nation’s aviation sector continues to grow, with significant increases in passenger numbers, route expansions and the arrival of next-generation aircraft signalling a recovery… The post Aviation sector revels in new routes and record traffic appeared first on herald.

President William Ruto urges young Kenyans to reject pessimism and believe in their country, saying his confidence in the youth is “unshakable”.

Thupeyo Muleya Beitbridge Bureau A 62-YEAR-OLD cross-border bus driver employed by Mthethi Bus Coaches, South Africa, has been jailed for an effective 18 months for negligent driving that caused the… The post Cross-border bus driver jailed 18 months for negligent driving appeared first on herald.

Thupeyo Muleya Beitbridge Bureau THE Nomination Court is sitting at Beitbridge Rural District Council (BBRDC) to receive documents from candidates interested in contesting the Ward 14 seat, which fell vacant… The post Nomination court opens for Beitbridge RDC Ward 14 by-elections appeared first on herald.

Ivan Zhakata Herald Correspondent THE Computer Society of Zimbabwe has announced an ambitious plan to train 10 000 teachers in the country in digital literacy, artificial intelligence (AI) ethics and… The post Computer Society of Zimbabwe pledges to train 10 k teachers to boost AI, digital literacy appeared first on herald.

Qatar Stars League side, Al Ahli SC have officially confirmed the signing of former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, bringing an end to the Nigerian defender’s spell in Saudi Arabia and opening a fresh chapter in his well-travelled career. The Doha-based club announced the arrival of the experienced centre-back via their official Instagram page, welcoming [...] The post Troost-Ekong Begins New Chapter in Qatar: Signs Long-Term Deal with Al Ahli SC appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Semi Ajayi is expected to be sidelined for up to two months with a hamstring injury, Completesports.com reports. Ajayi limped off the pitch in added time of Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations third-place encounter against the Pharaohs of Egypt in Casablanca last Saturday. The 32-year-old returned to Sky Bet Championship club Hull City earlier [...] The post Ajayi Set For Spell Out With Hamstring Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.

  Rutendo Nyeve in Hwange THE Minister of Energy and Power Development, July Moyo, on Wednesday toured the Batoka Gorge Hydro Electric Scheme site, signalling renewed momentum by Zimbabwe and… The post Energy Minister tours Batoka Gorge Hydroelectric Scheme, injects momentum into mega power project appeared first on herald.

  Rutendo Nyeve in Hwange THE Minister of Energy and Power Development, July Moyo, on Wednesday toured the Batoka Gorge Hydro Electric Scheme site, signalling renewed momentum by Zimbabwe and… The post WATCH : Energy Minister tours Batoka Gorge Hydroelectric Scheme, injects momentum into mega power project appeared first on herald.

Ivan Zhakata Zimpapers Correspondent GOVERNMENT has handed over 8 000 Starlink connectivity kits to the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education as part of efforts to expand Internet access to… The post Government hands over 8 000 starlink kits to schools in major digital education push appeared first on herald.

President William Ruto rules out a ban on mitumba, saying Kenya must balance the second-hand clothing trade with its textile industrialisation push.

Diana Nherera The City of Bulawayo has implored all property owners to ensure that weep holes in their boundary walls are open and functional as the city continues to receive… The post Bulawayo property owners urged to keep weep holes open to avoid flooding appeared first on herald.

  Michelle Musandinyoze, mickyafrica271@gmail.com The City of Bulawayo has released its 96-hour weekly water shedding timetable following the recent implementation of its water restoration strategy. Residents are advised to take… The post City of Bulawayo announces 96-hour weekly water shedding schedule appeared first on herald.

Tapiwanashe Mangwiro Senior Business Reporter The World Bank has projected Zimbabwe’s economy to grow by 5 percent this year, placing its forecast above the expected global average at a time… The post Zimbabwe to outpace 2026 global economic growth appeared first on herald.

Nqobile Bhebhe Zimpapers Business Hub BULAWAYO and two other Matabeleland provinces recorded significant investment inflows in the fourth quarter of 2025, underscoring growing investor confidence in the regions as the… The post Bulawayo, Matabeleland regions record notable investment inflows appeared first on herald.

Walter Nyamukondiwa in Yomba, ZVIMBA Work on the installation of a productivity booster kit at Yomba Lot Irrigation Scheme, anchored on a sprinkler network for irrigation, is taking shape as… The post Ministers Masuku, Chombo assess productivity booster kit installation at Yomba Irrigation Scheme appeared first on herald.

  Thupeyo Muleya, Beitbridge Bureau A 62-year-old cross-border bus driver employed by South Africa-based Mthethi Bus Coaches has been jailed for an effective 18 months for negligent driving that claimed… The post Cross-border bus driver jailed 18 months for negligent driving appeared first on herald.

FIFA President, Gianni Infantino has congratulated Senegal on winning the CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and praised Morocco for hosting a successful tournament, while issuing a strong condemnation of the chaotic scenes that followed the final in Rabat. However, Infantino’s statement has also drawn scrutiny after he failed to address several controversial incidents that [...] The post BREAKING: FIFA President Infantino Condemns AFCON Final Chaos, Congratulates Senegal appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Bongani Ndlovu, Deputy Echo Editor  A swift rescue operation saved two people after an Isuzu single cab was swept away while attempting to cross a flooded Mwewe River near Maphisa… The post WATCH: Two rescued after vehicle swept away by flooded Mwewe River near Maphisa appeared first on herald.

  Sikhulekelani Moyo Zimpapers Business Hub LISTED gold producer Caledonia Mining Corporation has raised gross proceeds of US$150 million from a Convertible Notes Offering, providing the company with a strong… The post Caledonia raises US$150m through convertible notes offering appeared first on herald.

IMF raises China’s 2026 growth forecast to 4.5pc, citing easing trade tensions and policy support, and says China remains a key engine of global growth.

  Mthabisi Tshuma in Harare THE Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services on Tuesday donated 8 000 Starlink kits to the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education… The post ICT Ministry donates 8 000 Starlink kits to Primary and Secondary Education Ministry appeared first on herald.

President Xi Jinping urges strategic focus and a strong start to China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, highlighting manufacturing, domestic demand and development security.

Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Calvin Bassey have been included in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Team of the Tournament, reports Completesports.com. The Team of the Tournament was compiled by the Confederation of African Football, CAF, Technical Study Group. Champions Senegal and hosts Morocco have four players each in the selection. Read Also:Gusau Debunks [...] The post Osimhen, Lookman, Bassey Make AFCON 2025 Best X1 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Tendai Chara Zimpapers Sports Hub THE Zimbabwe Chess Federation (ZCF) has named the finalists for the 2026 Zimbabwe National Chess Championships, setting up a high pressure showdown that will shape… The post Chess finals list out as ZCF eyes 2026 Olympiad squad appeared first on herald.

NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 21- President William Ruto has nominated Francis Meja, the former Director-General of the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), to serve as Chairperson of the Public Service Commission (PSC). Head of Public Service Felix Koskei stated that Meja, who has been a member of the PSC since January 2025, brings extensive experience […]