Nqobile Bhebhe RESERVE Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Deputy Governor Dr Innocent Matshe says authorities will not rush to adopt a mono-currency system unless key economic fundamentals are firmly in place,… The post RBZ: No rush on mono-currency, conditions must be met appeared first on herald.

Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw POLICE have released the names of two victims who were run over by a Kombi at the illegal 6th Avenue taxi rank on Wednesday night. The two… The post Police name victims killed in 6th Avenue kombi accident appeared first on herald.

Online Reporter AN outbreak of the foot-and-mouth disease has been reported in Mangwe district, Matabeleland South province, the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has confirmed. In… The post NEW: Foot-and-mouth disease outbreak reported in Matabeleland South province appeared first on herald.

Thupeyo Muleya, thupeyo.muleya@zimpapers.co.zw The Vendors Initiative for Social and Economic Transformation (VISET) in collaboration with the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority [Zimra] is rolling out a tax education programme in Beitbridge targeting… The post VISET collaborates with Zimra to roll out tax education appeared first on herald.

Ray J is giving fans an update on his health. The singer was recently hospitalized after contracting pneumonia and experiencing heart pain earlier this month, per Daily Mail, and on Sunday, Ray J shared on social media where his health stands. In the Instagram video shared on Sunday, the singer thanked fans for thinking of […]

Nqobile Bhebhe, nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw THE state of Zimbabwe’s economy comes under the spotlight today as Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) officials and economists meet in Bulawayo to assess current performance and… The post RBZ, economists convene to review state of economy, 2026 outlook appeared first on herald.

Mthabisi Tshuma AGRICULTURAL Rural Development Authority (Arda) chairman Mr Irvine Craig has urged the nation to fully support President Mnangagwa’s agricultural vision of ensuring that the country retains its food… The post Arda board chairman urges nation to support President Mnangagwa’s agricultural vision appeared first on herald.

Wikki Tourists head coach, Abdul Maikaba, has heaped plaudits on his players following the Giant Elephants’ hard-earned 1–1 draw away to Abia Warriors in Wednesday’s 2025/2026 NPFL Matchday 23 clash in Umuahia, Completesports.com reports. Wikki Tourists appear to have found the missing link in their campaign, following up an audacious 2–0 home victory over Kano [...] The post NPFL: Maikaba Hails Wikki Tourists’ Grit After Abia Warriors Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.

THE Premier League is flexing its muscles in Europe as five English football teams finished in the top eight of the Champions League to reach the knockouts. That could become… The post Why have English teams dominated as Real & PSG face play-offs? appeared first on herald.

Mthokozisi Ncube Bulawayo has received 525 millimetres of rainfall so far this rainy season, a figure that already matches the city’s long-term seasonal average, according to the Meteorological Services Department… The post Bulawayo receives 525mm of rain as mid-season break expected appeared first on herald.

Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw Medicinal cannabis producers in Zimbabwe have been called upon to urgently renew their operating licences as permits issued in 2021 are coming to an end after their… The post Legal cannabis producers urged to renew licences appeared first on herald.

Post Reporter DRY and hot weather conditions will be experienced across the country starting today until next Thursday, the Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has forecasted. In an advisory issued in… The post Brace for dry, hot conditions: MSD appeared first on herald.

A rich, narrative-driven podcast that moves beyond product features to uncover the people, passion, and purpose driving Zimbabwe’s botanical renaissance. Each episode is an intimate audio portrait of an entrepreneur… The post Meet the Maker appeared first on herald.

Zimpapers Sports Hub’s Tadious Manyepo and Langton Nyakwenda discuss varying football topics anchored on the diaspora talent.   S01E01 Veteran Zim journalist based in the UK Forward Nyanyiwa giving the… The post KuBhora with Taddy and Lengaz appeared first on herald.

Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola has described Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen as a top-class player. Guardiola said this in his pre-match press conference ahead of City’s final game of the league phase of the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday night at the Etihad. “The quality they (Galatasaray) have. Osimhen is a [...] The post Osimhen Is Top-Class –Guardiola appeared first on Complete Sports.

Zimpapers Sports Hub’s Tadious Manyepo and Langton Nyakwenda discuss varying football topics anchored on the diaspora talent.   S01E01 Veteran Zim journalist based in the UK Forward Nyanyiwa giving the… The post KuBhora with Taddy and Lengaz appeared first on herald.

The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) Disciplinary Board imposed sanctions on the Fédération Sénégalaise de Football (FSF), the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football (FRMF) and certain players and officials for… The post CAF Disciplinary Board imposes sanctions on Senegal and Morocco appeared first on herald.

Nqobile Bhebhe, nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw PACIFIC Goal Investments Private Limited (PGI), which forms part of the Pacific Goal Group — a Hong Kong-based industrial group with extensive mining and energy operations in… The post Pacific Goal Investments takes over Muchesu Coal project operations appeared first on herald.

Former Nigeria International Victor Ikpeba has stated that it’s unfair that Coach Eric Chelle is getting criticized for neglecting home based players from his squad to the AFCON. Ikpeba who is a member of the NFF Technical Committee argues that the snub shouldn’t matter as long as the best players were selected. Commenting on the [...] The post Not for Sale! Home Based Players Must Earn Super Eagles Spot – Ikpeba appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw DESPITE numerous warnings, the number of people dying from drowning, lightning strikes and being swept away by flooded rivers continues to surge, with the death toll now standing… The post Death toll from rainfall-induced disasters rises to 109 appeared first on herald.

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has imposed sanctions on Senegal and Morocco for the incidents during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final which violated his disciplinary code. Senegal, and Morocco were accused of violating the CAF Disciplinary Code, principles of fair play and integrity during the game. For his role in the incident, [...] The post CAF Sanctions Morocco, Senegal After Chaotic AFCON 2025 Final appeared first on Complete Sports.

Celtic are still actively searching for attacking reinforcements, and Nice’s unsettled striker Terem Moffi has emerged as a name now on the club’s shortlist. The 26‑year‑old Nigerian international is reportedly available after a turbulent spell in France, with Porto and Besiktas also linked with loan deals for the forward. According to Stephen McGowan of The [...] The post Celtic Linked With January Transfer Move For Moffi appeared first on Complete Sports.

Benfica manager Jose Mourinho has described Ukrainian goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin’s last-gasp goal against Real Madrid in Wednesday’s Champions League as historic. Benfica were heading for elimination despite leading 3-2 with seconds of stoppage time remaining before Trubin met a free kick to score the goal they needed to qualify for the playoff round on goal [...] The post UCL: Mourinho Thumbs Up Trubin’s Historic Goal Vs Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.

Udinese goalkeeping coach Alex Brunner has praised Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye’s physical qualities at the club. In a chat with Udinese tonight, Brunner stated that the Nigerian international possessed all the right attributes that a goalkeeper needs to become a great goalkeeper. “Off-the-pitch vicissitudes certainly haven’t helped him. This shouldn’t be an excuse, but [...] The post ‘He’s An Impressive Physical Talent’ –Brunner Hails Okoye appeared first on Complete Sports.

A new City Hall report has concluded that London is falling significantly short of delivering the affordable homes most urgently needed by families and disabled residents. The London Assembly Housing Committee said the capital’s housing strategy is failing to respond to growing demand and increasingly complex social requirements across communities. The committee warned that the […] The post City Hall Accused of Failing to Deliver Affordable Homes Amid Growing London Demand appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The Confederation of African football (CAF) has taken disciplinary actions against AFCON 2025 winning coach, Pape Thiaw and CAF Men’s Player of the Year, Achraf Hakimi for their roles in the melee that ensued during the final of the AFCON  in Rabat. While Hakimi was handed a two-game suspension for unsporting behaviour, Thiaw was slammed [...] The post CAF Suspends Pape Thiaw, Hakimi… Fines Senegal and Morocco FAs for AFCON 2025 Final Show of Shame appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has strongly rejected claims by businessman Oketch Salah that he was present during the final moments of her late father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, calling them “dangerous lies” and questioning his motives. Speaking to Citizen TV on Tuesday, January 27, Winnie described Salah’s statements as false and inappropriate given the sensitive nature of her father’s passing. “I have met Oketch Salah, but I’d like to believe nobody really knows him. A flat-out lie that you were there at the time of my father’s death and you were not, and talking about The post Oketch Salah Stands By Claims About Raila Odinga’s Final Moments appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Global credit rating agency Moody’s has upgraded Kenya’s credit rating, providing a welcome boost after months of economic strain and mounting debt pressures. The agency raised Kenya’s rating from Caa1 to B3 and assigned a stable outlook, indicating that the risk of default in the near term has eased. While the upgrade does not remove all risks, it suggests that Kenya is less likely to face an immediate debt crisis. Moody’s cited several factors behind the decision, including a rise in foreign exchange reserves to about Ksh1.5 trillion ($12.3 billion) by the end of 2025, according to the Central Bank The post Kenya’s Debt Risk Eases but Long-Term Challenges Remain, Says Moody’s appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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The High Court has dismissed a petition filed by survivors and families affected by the 1998 Nairobi bomb blast, dealing a fresh blow to victims who had hoped for compensation and accountability more than two decades after the attack. In the petition, the victims sought compensation from the government, arguing that the state failed in its constitutional duty to protect citizens. However, the court ruled that the case lacked sufficient legal merit and failed to meet the required burden of proof. In his decision, High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi said the petitioners did not demonstrate that the government had prior The post 27 Years On, Justice Eludes 1998 Nairobi Bomb Blast Survivors appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba came under fire from Members of Parliament after he publicly admitted that the government lacks clear data on how much it costs to educate a child in Kenya from Grade One through university. Ogamba made the startling disclosure on Wednesday during an intense parliamentary session held at Lake Naivasha Resort in Nakuru County, on the sidelines of an ongoing National Assembly retreat themed “Securing Parliamentary Legacy.” “As a country, we don’t know how much it costs to educate a child from Grade One to university. No actuarial analysis has been done to know how much The post “We Don’t Know the Cost”: Education CS Ogamba Admission Triggers Fierce MP Backlash appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah on Wednesday launched a blistering attack on the Ministry of Education, accusing it of weak leadership, political posturing, and failure to address deep-seated inefficiencies that continue to hurt learners across the country. Speaking during an MPs’ retreat in Naivasha, Ichung’wah directly confronted Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba during a tense parliamentary session, faulting the ministry’s senior bureaucracy for what he described as a lack of competence and direction. In unusually blunt remarks, the Kikuyu MP told the CS: “Your peers, and yourself, have the most clueless Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Education.” Ichung’wah The post Ichung’wah Tears Into Education Ministry, Calls Out “Clueless” Leadership appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Leaders of the United Opposition have pledged to remain united and rally behind whichever candidate emerges to challenge President William Ruto in the next presidential election, insisting that national interests outweigh individual ambitions. The leaders spoke during the Democratic Party’s National Delegates Congress (NDC) held at Ufungamano House in Nairobi, where they presented a united front and reiterated their commitment to collective leadership and political cohesion. During the congress, former National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi was confirmed as the Democratic Party leader and its presidential candidate, a move that drew support from across the opposition spectrum. The high-profile meeting brought The post “Enemy of the People”: Muturi Warns Kenya Kwanza Moles Trying to Divide Opposition appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Clinical officers have officially ended their 36-day strike after signing a return-to-work agreement with the Council of Governors (CoG), paving the way for normal healthcare services to resume across Kenya. Speaking to the press on Wednesday, Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) Secretary General George Gibore confirmed that all members would immediately resume their duties. “County governments must fulfill their responsibilities. When they do, we will be there to provide the necessary support. As we have stated, the strike is suspended, and our members will return to work starting today and not exceeding 24 hours as agreed. I will also The post 36 Days Later: Clinical Officers Resume Duties Across Kenya appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Public service vehicle operators have announced a nationwide strike set to begin on Monday, warning that escalating attacks on matatus and other vehicles have pushed them to the brink. The Matatu Owners Association (MOA), led by chairperson Albert Karakacha, accused the government of failing to act against boda boda riders allegedly involved in torching public and private vehicles, despite multiple reports to security agencies and transport authorities. Karakacha said matatu owners no longer feel protected by the state and have been left with no option but to withdraw their vehicles from the roads. “Our vehicles have been burned; we talked The post Public Transport to Grind to a Halt After Strike Notice Over Vehicle Burnings appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has accused hospitals of masterminding the loss of billions from the Social Health Authority (SHA), revealing that Ksh11 billion went missing due to fraudulent claims by health facilities. Speaking on Wednesday, January 28, during the Members of Parliament retreat in Naivasha, Duale addressed recent reports indicating massive theft from SHA, explaining that the losses occurred when the national insurance provider paid for services that were never delivered. “The Ksh11 billion lost is in the sense that some hospitals submitted claims, but we caught them. Some of them have gone to court, and some of them The post CS Duale Accuses Hospitals of Looting Ksh11 Billion From SHA appeared first on Nairobi Wire.