Nqobile Bhebhe, Zimpapers Business Hub FINANCE, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, is today set to headline the second edition of the Post-Budget Breakfast Meeting in Bulawayo,… The post Prof Mthuli Ncube headlines Bulawayo Post-Budget Breakfast as stakeholders interrogate 2026 Fiscal Plan appeared first on herald.

Liverpool hero Didi Hamann believes Florian Wirtz made the wrong decision joining the Reds this summer. Wirtz, a £100m summer signing from Bayer Leverkusen, has struggled to adapt to the Premier League and is yet to register a single goal after 16 games in the competition. Speaking with Sky Deutschland, Hamann stated that the Germany [...] The post Hamann: Wirtz Made Wrong Choice Joining Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.

With holiday travel peaking, authorities are stepping in with fresh traffic measures as road deaths continue to rise nationwide.

The faction cited concerns over insecurity, long distance, and inadequate sanitation facilities at the stadium, warning that they may boycott the elections if the venue is not moved to Migori TTC.

Sevilla striker Akor Adams is full of excitement after ending his nine-game goal drought, reports Completesports.com. The Nigeria international starred in Sevilla’s 4-0 drubbing of Real Oviedo at Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán on Sunday afternoon, scoring once and also providing two assists. Akor opened scoring for the Rojiblancos after four minutes. The forward then set [...] The post Akor Delighted To End Goal Drought appeared first on Complete Sports.

Francis Uzoho has said it is a relief for him to be back in the Super Eagles after making the final 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Uzoho has been out of the Super Eagles for long since Stanley Nwabali became the undisputed first choice. But it was a surprise [...] The post AFCON 2025: It’s A Relief To Be Back In Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman, defenders Semi Ajayi and Bright Osayi-Samuel have arrived the Super Eagles Renaissance Hotels base in Cairo ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, reports Completesports.com. Among the new arrivals in camp are; goalkeeper Amas Obasogie, Tochukwu Nnadi, and Igoh Ogbu. They joined Francis Uzoho, Stanley Nwabali, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, and Fisayo [...] The post AFCON 2025: Lookman, Ajayi, Osayi-Samuel Arrive Super Eagles’ Cairo Camp appeared first on Complete Sports.

Fresh questions are emerging over the final hours of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo as his family seeks clarity on how he died far from his reported route.

President William Ruto’s dream and vision of transforming Kenya from a third world country into a developed economy officially starts today, with the Cabinet set to approve the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF). Speaking on Sunday in Kiambu County during a church service at the Africa Inland Pentecostal Church Assembly (AIPCA), Gatundu North Diocese, President Ruto said the approval of the NIF will take centre stage at today’s Cabinet meeting and mark the beginning of a bold national development programme. “Tomorrow, we will officially start the journey to transform the country into a First World country,” Ruto said. “We will begin The post Kenya’s First World Journey Begins Today, Says Ruto as Cabinet Approves National Infrastructure Fund appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kikuyu Member of Parliament and National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has expressed confidence that Kiambu County will overwhelmingly support President William Ruto’s re-election bid in the 2027 General Election. Speaking on Sunday during a church service at the Africa Inland Pentecostal Church Assembly (AIPCA), Gatundu North Diocese, Ichung’wah said Kiambu remains firmly in President Ruto’s political corner, just as it was during the 2022 elections when the county played a key role in delivering votes for the Head of State. “Your Excellency, I want to assure you that even in 2027, Kiambu County will give you more votes than The post Kiambu Will Give Ruto More Votes Than Any Region in 2027, Says Ichung’wah appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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Rt. Rev. Bishop Simon Karatu, an Anglican Independent Pentecostal Church of Africa (AIPCA) bishop from Gatundu North, has publicly reaffirmed Mt Kenya’s political support for President William Ruto, dismissing growing speculation that the region could abandon him before the 2027 General Election. Rt. Rev. Karatu made the remarks on Sunday during a church service, where he told congregants that Mt Kenya residents remain firmly behind the Head of State. He rejected claims circulating in political circles suggesting the region was reconsidering its loyalty to President Ruto. Addressing the congregation, Bishop Karatu described President Ruto as a caring and attentive leader The post Ruto Is Our Father, Mt Kenya Will Vote Early for Him in 2027, Says AIPCA Bishop appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has launched a sharp attack on Jubilee Party deputy leader Fred Matiang’i, dismissing his sustained criticism of President William Ruto’s administration and questioning his credibility to lecture Kenyans on governance. Speaking during a public event over the weekend, Duale challenged Matiang’i’s moral authority to criticise the current government, arguing that his record while serving as Interior Cabinet Secretary under the previous administration disqualifies him from attacking President Ruto. Duale said Matiang’i’s tenure at the Interior Ministry was characterised by controversy and heavy-handed policing, adding that the former powerful Cabinet Secretary should be the last person The post Duale Blasts Matiang’i Over Attacks on Ruto, “He Should Be the Last Person” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Winnie Odinga has firmly dismissed claims that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is grappling with internal divisions. Speaking on Saturday in Murang’a County, Winnie rejected suggestions that ODM has splintered into rival factions, saying the party continues to operate under collective leadership led by Oburu Oginga. She insisted the party remains united, stable, and rooted in the principles laid down by its founder, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga “I don’t know where you have seen those factions,” she said. Winnie emphasized her personal and political loyalty to ODM’s leadership, making The post Winnie Odinga Backs Oburu Odinga, Dismisses ODM Rift Claims appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced that retail fuel prices in Kenya will remain unchanged for the period from December 15, 2025, to January 14, 2026. In Nairobi, Super Petrol will retail at Ksh184.52 per litre, Diesel at Ksh171.47, and Kerosene at Ksh154.78. The prices include the 16 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) as required by the Finance Act 2023 and the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024. EPRA also adjusted excise duties to account for inflation, in line with Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020. Fuel prices vary slightly across major towns. In Mombasa, Super Petrol The post EPRA Announces December Fuel Prices: Nairobi Super Petrol at Ksh184.52 per Litre appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Seven individuals appeared before Mombasa Law Courts Senior Principal Magistrate Gladys Olimo over the possession of 24 kilograms of methamphetamine valued at Ksh192 million. The consignment is believed to be part of a larger drug shipment stolen from a Multi-agency operation earlier this year. Authorities suspect the seized narcotics originated from a massive 1,024-kilogram methamphetamine haul worth Ksh8.2 billion intercepted in October during a coordinated sting on a stateless vessel in the Indian Ocean. Methamphetamine, a powerful synthetic stimulant, is commonly produced in illegal laboratories and found in powder, tablet, or crystal form. The drug is notorious for inducing intense The post Seven Charged Over Ksh192 Million Meth Linked to Larger Ksh8.2B Drug Haul appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Nairobi City County Citizen Engagement and Customer Service Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has defended former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, dismissing claims of rivalry between the two ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking on Sunday, December 14, 2025, via X, Mosiria urged Matiang’i to work with President William Ruto, framing their political alignment as a strategic move to strengthen government and advance opportunities for the Gusii community ahead of the polls. Mosiria rejected suggestions that he would oppose Matiang’i, the Jubilee Party’s 2027 presidential hopeful, describing him as a “brother” already serving government interests from a different position. “I The post Mosiria Reveals Matiang’i’s Strategy to Strengthen Ruto’s Camp appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Nigeria’s reliance on petrol imports continues as its three state-owned refineries remain dormant, despite the Dangote refinery’s production. Read More: https://punchng.com/marketers-blame-idle-refineries-for-massive-petrol-imports/

Africa confronts a staggering 50 million housing deficit and a $1.4 trillion finance gap, a critical development challenge highlighted by Nigeria’s ministe Read More: https://punchng.com/africa-faces-50-million-housing-deficit-dangiwa/

NCRIB President calls for purposeful growth to unlock the Nigerian insurance sector’s potential, focusing on collaboration, innovation, and trust. Read More: https://punchng.com/purposeful-growth-will-unlock-insurance-potential-ncrib-president/

Interswitch hosts EthSwitch to share insights on advancing payment systems in Africa. Learn how this collaboration aims to modernize Ethiopia’s landscape. Read More: https://punchng.com/interswitch-shares-expertise-to-advance-payment-systems/

Takawira Photoveteran Unlimited Dapi and Maria Chiguvari Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub COMEDIAN Kapfupi has described his estranged wife Mai Nga as a “prostitute” after she dumped him at 1am… The post FURIOUS KAPFUPI CALLS MAI NGA A ‘PROSTITUTE’, VOWS TO FIGHT THE MAN WHO TOOK HER. . . Mai Nga saved her lover’s name as Yeukai. . . She left him at 1am while he was sleeping appeared first on herald.

Trust Freddy Herald Correspondent THE modernisation of health infrastructure is at full throttle with the refurbishment of nurses’ residence at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals now complete and major works at… The post Health facility modernisation: Govt walks talk appeared first on herald.

Zvamaida Murwira Senior Reporter CIVIL servants will soon be smiling all the way to the bank after the Government said it will make another round of salary adjustments for its… The post Pay rise for civil servants in Q1 2026 — Mthuli appeared first on herald.

Rumbidzayi Zinyuke recently in ACCRA, Ghana AT LEAST 46 500 people will be put on the long-acting HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir early next year, as Zimbabwe begins its first rollout… The post 46 500 to get injectable anti-HIV drug at inception appeared first on herald.

Trust Khosa in CHIWESHE THEY were a big part of his fan base but, when the time came to say goodbye to Sungura godfather Nicholas “Madzibaba” Zakaria at his final… The post NO WOMAN, NO CRY! . . . Women barred from Madzibaba Zakaria’s final resting place appeared first on herald.

Maria Chiguvari Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub THE rain came down at the Glamis Arena yesterday but the downpour could not spoil the party as the Mega Doek and Slay… The post DANCING IN THE RAIN, MEGA WOMEN’S PARTY BRINGS THE CURTAIN DOWN appeared first on herald.

Mukudzei Chingwere Senior Reporter The Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference secretary-general, Father Tryvis Moyo has urged the Catholic faithful to live exemplary lives guided by faith. Fr Moyo was speaking after… The post ‘Let’s be exemplary in communities’ appeared first on herald.

Paul Pindani in CHINHOYI THE mother of a teenage student, who drowned in Chihoyi earlier this month while trying to save her friend, says her daughter died a HERO. Memory… The post MY DAUGHTER DIED A HERO, SAYS MUM OF TEENAGE STUDENT WHO DROWNED appeared first on herald.

Raymond Jaravaza, ray.jaravaza@chronicle.co.zw WHEN Closper Violet Ncube felt the sharp pains of labour begin, the terror was immediate and absolute. Serving a 13-month sentence for theft at the Mlondolozi Prison,… The post Motherhood in chains…Inmate shares terror, relief after giving birth while serving sentence appeared first on herald.

Freedom Mupanedemo Midlands Bureau WHAT began as a micro-savings scheme 10 years ago continues to achieve milestones, as marked by celebrations in Mvuma last Saturday, where women shared minibuses, cars,… The post Chirumanzu-Zibagwe Constituency Mukando women share minibuses, cars appeared first on herald.

Michael Tome Business Reporter MUTAPA Investment Fund (MIF) subsidiary, TelOne, on Thursday launched a 102-seater Omni Contact Centre, a major step in its transition from a traditional telco towards a… The post TelOne unveils 102-seater omni contact centre appeared first on herald.

Sikhumbuzo Moyo, Chronicle Writer THE Government has sounded the alarm over an impending crisis, warning that a catastrophic 250 000 people, alongside 1 000 schools and over 5 000 households,… The post National disaster alert!..250 000 lives, 5 000 homes, 1 000 schools in path of cyclone floods appeared first on herald.

Zvamaida Murwira, Zimpapers Writer CIVIL servants are set to receive a fresh round of salary adjustments early next year, with the Government announcing plans for an increase in the first… The post Civil servants to get pay hike early next year appeared first on herald.

Zimpapers Entertainment Hub RISING child actor Sikhanyiso Ngwenya has put Zimbabwe on the continental map after winning a prestigious award in Ghana. It’s a milestone that is being celebrated as… The post BIG AWARD FOR YOUNG ZIM ACTOR appeared first on herald.