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A protracted trial ends in an acquittal over lack of evidence
Fidelis Munyoro Chief Court Reporter After a legal battle spanning over a decade, George Francis Lovell, was acquitted of the murder of Allan Lawrence Banks in the High Court. Justice… The post A protracted trial ends in an acquittal over lack of evidence appeared first on herald.
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Zimbabwe commends China’s role in driving record output in tobacco
Nelson Gahadza Zimpapers Business Hub China’s financial support and market have been key in driving the rapid growth of Zimbabwe’s tobacco sector, which has broken production records in recent years… The post Zimbabwe commends China’s role in driving record output in tobacco appeared first on herald.
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ODM-UDA deal in January: Raila party seeks early union with Ruto
A senior official has called for a central committee meeting in January to ratify the proposed coalition pact with President William Ruto’s UDA.
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Biriat Tasarira appointed Chinhoyi town clerk
Conrad Mupesa Mashonaland West Bureau Mutoko Rural District Council chief executive officer, Mr Biriat Tasarira, will steer Chinhoyi Municipality after it emerged that he has been appointed substantive town clerk… The post Biriat Tasarira appointed Chinhoyi town clerk appeared first on herald.
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Zimbabwean Bishop, Dr Nyabanga named 2025 coach of the decade
Obey Musiwa Herald Reporter Master coach, Dr Aderino Nyabanga, has been named the 2025 coach of the decade by the International Coaching and Mentoring Foundation (ICMF). The award underscores his… The post Zimbabwean Bishop, Dr Nyabanga named 2025 coach of the decade appeared first on herald.
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Rise in HIV infections among older men in Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe
Victor Maphosa Recently in Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe The National Aids Council (NAC) is implementing the Behaviour Change Community Mobilisers programme in Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe District, following reports of new HIV… The post Rise in HIV infections among older men in Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe appeared first on herald.
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5 Signs Your Home Security System Needs An Upgrade In 2025
Home should also be a place of safety daily, and though the best security measures might be installed, they might not hold for a long time. Technology is evolving at an alarming rate, and systems that were previously used may not be as safe as they should be for your family. The new models of [...] The post 5 Signs Your Home Security System Needs An Upgrade In 2025 appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ex-convict kills former inmate over fishing nets
Arron Nyamayaro A clash over fishing nets between two former inmates at Chikurubi Damview ended tragically in the early hours of Sunday morning after Stanley Dhlamini Tutani (46) fatally struck… The post Ex-convict kills former inmate over fishing nets appeared first on herald.
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NPFL: Abia Warriors Coach Amapakabo Relishes Fourth Away Win Of 2025/2026 Season
Imama Amapakabo was literally on cloud nine after his side, Abia Warriors, edged hosts Plateau United 1-0 inside the impressive New Jos Road Stadium, Jos, in Sunday’s Matchday 18 fixture of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) campaign, Completesports.com reports. Abia Warriors Snatch Vital Jos Victory Twenty-two-year-old Abubakar Taheer, in his first season with [...] The post NPFL: Abia Warriors Coach Amapakabo Relishes Fourth Away Win Of 2025/2026 Season appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Maraga to lead movement against Ruto’s plan to scrap term limits
Retired Chief Justice David Maraga accuses the UDA government of plotting to amend the Constitution to extend President William Ruto’s term, warning of threats to the supreme law enacted in 2010.
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MATCH STATS: Zimbabwe vs South Africa – CAF Africa Cup of Nations
Southern African neighbours Zimbabwe and South Africa will meet on Monday at the Grand Stade de Marrakech in their final Group B match of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of… The post MATCH STATS: Zimbabwe vs South Africa – CAF Africa Cup of Nations appeared first on herald.
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Ninety Minutes to Change Zimbabwe’s AFCON Story
Howard Musonza in MARRAKECH, Morocco Zimpapers Sports Hub Editor TONIGHT is not just a group game. It is a doorway. Zimbabwe have lived too long in that familiar AFCON space… The post Ninety Minutes to Change Zimbabwe’s AFCON Story appeared first on herald.
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Mari itsva yemaZiG yavepo: RBZ
Debra Matabvu MARI itsva yemaZiG yavepo uye yamirira kuti ichiendeswa kumabhanga nemamwe mapoka ari mubhizimisi rezvemari zviri pamutemo, vanodaro Gavhuna weReserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), Dr John Mushayavanhu, vachisimbisisa kuti… The post Mari itsva yemaZiG yavepo: RBZ appeared first on herald.
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‘Single sovereign state’: EAC denounces Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
The East African Community has rejected Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, reaffirming Somalia’s sovereignty and aligning with the AU and IGAD amid rising Horn of Africa tensions.
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Teenage Hadebe ruled out of Bafana Bafana clash
Fungai Muderere, Zimpapers Sports Hub WARRIORS defender Teenage Hadebe has been ruled out of the Bafana Bafana clash scheduled for this evening due to an injury. Hadebe sustained the injury… The post Teenage Hadebe ruled out of Bafana Bafana clash appeared first on herald.
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U.S. Commerce Officials Engage Ghana’s Ambassador on Mining Policy, Newmont Operations, and Student Welfare
Senior officials from the United States Department of Commerce, through its International Trade Administration (ITA), met with Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Victor Emmanuel Smith, to discuss critical issues affecting American investors in Ghana as well as the welfare of Ghanaian nationals studying in the U.S. A primary focus of the discussions was […]
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EX CONVICT KILLS FORMER INMATE 
Arron Nyamayaro TRAGEDY struck at Chikurubi Damview on Sunday when two former inmates clashed over fishing nets, resulting in the death Tanyaradzwa Innocent Muzari. He was 27. Muzari had been… The post EX CONVICT KILLS FORMER INMATE  appeared first on herald.
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Seventh ballot: Will Ruto risk a referendum vote in 2027?
Ahmednasir warns Kenya’s proposed seventh ballot could unify opposition and complicate President Ruto’s 2027 re-election strategy, sparking legal and political debate.
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4 arrested as police seize bales of cannabis in Kibra anti-drug operation
Police in Kibra Sub-County arrest four suspects and seize three bales of suspected cannabis sativa in Makina during intensified anti-narcotics operations.
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Sifuna labels Turkana Oil plan ‘Ruto’s biggest scandal’ citing masked ownership
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna criticizes the South Lokichar Field Development Plan, citing attempts to mask ownership, contract changes favouring Gulf Energy, and potential undermining of Kenya’s Local Content Act.
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MATCH STATS: Zimbabwe vs South Africa – CAF Africa Cup of Nations
Southern African neighbours Zimbabwe and South Africa will meet on Monday at the Grand Stade de Marrakech in their final Group B match of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of… The post MATCH STATS: Zimbabwe vs South Africa – CAF Africa Cup of Nations appeared first on herald.
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Senate seeks views on Lokichar oil production ambition
Senate invites public memoranda on the South Lokichar Field Development Plan and Production Sharing Contracts for T6 and T7 blocks. The plan outlines infrastructure, environmental safeguards, community obligations, and aims for first oil by late 2026.
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AFCON 2025: ‘Mbappe Really Loves Morocco’ –Hakimi
Morocco star Achraf Hakimi has disclosed that Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe loves the country. The Real Madrid attacker travelled to the Moroccan capital to support Achraf Hakimi, his close friend and former Paris Saint-Germain teammate, during the Atlas Lions’ Group A meeting with Mali on Friday in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Read [...] The post AFCON 2025: ‘Mbappe Really Loves Morocco’ –Hakimi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Wirtz Is An Intelligent Player –Van Dijk
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has described Florian Wirtz as an intelligent player after his impressive display against Wolves. Virgil van Dijk, speaking as captain, offered praise while outlining exactly what still needs improvement. “I was very happy for him. He played a very good game. Everyone was outstanding in the first half. It’s great [...] The post Wirtz Is An Intelligent Player –Van Dijk appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Clash Won’t Be Easy — Uganda Coach Put
Uganda head coach Paul Put is looking forward to a difficult test against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. The Cranes will be up against Éric Chelle’s men in their last group game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday. Uganda must win the game to have any chance of progressing to [...] The post AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Clash Won’t Be Easy — Uganda Coach Put appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EXCLUSIVE: “Chelsea Always Prevail” – Ex-Blues Star Kalou Reassures Fans After Aston Villa Defeat
Former Chelsea forward, Salomon Kalou has sent an encouraging message to Chelsea fans, particularly those in Nigeria, following the club’s 2–1 home defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday evening. Kalou, who won the Premier League and UEFA Champions League during his time at Stamford Bridge, spoke exclusively on Sports Radio Brila FM after the loss [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: “Chelsea Always Prevail” – Ex-Blues Star Kalou Reassures Fans After Aston Villa Defeat appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Hadebe ruled out of South Africa clash
Blessing Malinganiza Zimpapers Sports Hub WARRIORS defender Teenage Hadebe has been ruled out of Monday’s group B AFCON match against rivals South Africa. The match kicksoff at 6pm. The defender… The post Hadebe ruled out of South Africa clash appeared first on herald.
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Will Sifuna rewrite ODM’s rules and own the Orange Party in 2026?
The Nairobi Senator has come under fire from a faction of senior party leaders who accuse him of drifting away from ODM’s mainstream strategy, particularly regarding its relationship with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
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‘Village Law Faculties’ or punitive assessors? ATP results split lawyers
Kenyan lawyers are divided after November 2025 ATP exam results showed declining pass rates, reigniting debate over law schools and assessment standards.
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African cultural greats we lost in 2025: Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o and the revolution that changed literature
As a student at Alliance High School in Kenya and later at Makerere University College in Uganda, Ngũgĩ positioned himself as part of a literary vanguard that was reimagining Africa.
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“Ruto’s Biggest Scandal Yet”: Senator Sifuna Blows the Whistle on Multi-billion Dollar Turkana Oil Deal
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has thrown a massive spanner into the works of Kenya’s “First Oil” ambitions, labeling the recently tabled Turkana Field Development Plan (FDP) a high-level heist designed to benefit “dealers, not leaders.” In a scathing critique that has rattled the Ministry of Energy, Sifuna – who also serves as the ODM Secretary General – warned that the 25-year contract with Gulf Energy is a “ticking time bomb” that will leave Kenyans with dry pockets while billions in oil revenue are siphoned off. The “Masked Ownership” Allegation At the heart of Sifuna’s alarm is the rapid-fire change of The post “Ruto’s Biggest Scandal Yet”: Senator Sifuna Blows the Whistle on Multi-billion Dollar Turkana Oil Deal appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Maraga: Referendum Talk Meant To Extend Ruto’s Presidential Term
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has broken his silence on the swirling rumors of a constitutional amendment, issuing a blistering warning to the Kenya Kwanza administration against any “underhand” moves to extend President William Ruto’s time in office. Maraga, a man whose name is synonymous with the defense of the 2010 Constitution, cautioned that any attempt to tinker with the two-term limit – whether through a parliamentary process or a “stage-managed” referendum – would be a direct assault on the sovereignty of the Kenyan people. Speaking on Monday, December 29, the retired CJ addressed the growing narrative from some of The post Maraga: Referendum Talk Meant To Extend Ruto’s Presidential Term appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Road to the Final: Waziri 1xCup Semi-Finals Set the Stage in Kenya
Waziri 1xCup continues to strengthen its position as one of Kenya’s most impactful grassroots sports initiatives. Created by entrepreneur and community leader Salim Waziri with the support of 1xBet, the annual charitable multi-sport tournament brings together football, rugby, and basketball while promoting youth development, women’s sport, and community empowerment. Each year, Waziri 1xCup attracts dozens of amateur, youth, and women’s teams, offering them not only competitive opportunities but also real social support – from sports equipment and kits to long-term community projects. As the 2025 edition reaches its decisive stage, the semi-finals delivered thrilling matches and set the stage for The post Road to the Final: Waziri 1xCup Semi-Finals Set the Stage in Kenya appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Ruto To ODM: Put Your House in Order So We Can Form the Next Government
President William Ruto has for the first time dropped a heavy hint that his United Democratic Alliance (UDA) could formalize a pre-election pact with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ahead of the 2027 General Election. The President’s remarks, made during a strategic tour that has been closely watched by pundits, signal a potential death blow to the traditional “government versus opposition” divide by suggesting a long-term partnership with the party founded by his erstwhile rival, Raila Odinga. Since the formation of the “Broad-Based Government” earlier this year, which saw several top ODM luminaries join the Cabinet – the question on The post Ruto To ODM: Put Your House in Order So We Can Form the Next Government appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Health Update: Embakasi East MP Babu Owino Breaks Silence After Hospital Scare
Embakasi East Member of Parliament, Babu Owino, has come out to reassure his supporters and the general public following a stint in the hospital that had sparked concerns across social media platforms. The vocal and often controversial legislator, known for his fiery brand of politics, confirmed on Monday that he is on the path to recovery after undergoing a successful medical procedure. While the MP did not delve into the specific details of the ailment that landed him on a hospital bed, his tone was one of gratitude and resilience. “I am Getting Stronger” Taking to his official social media The post Health Update: Embakasi East MP Babu Owino Breaks Silence After Hospital Scare appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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City Hall Rules Out Extension as Land Rates Waiver Deadline Looms: How To Pay
If you are a landowner in Nairobi and you’ve been sitting on your unpaid land rates, consider this your final “Red Alert.” The Nairobi City County government has officially slammed the door on any hopes for an extension of the current 100 percent interest and penalties waiver. With the clock ticking toward the December 31 deadline, Governor Sakaja’s administration has made it clear: the grace period is over, and the consequences for defaulters will be swift and severe. For the past few weeks, City Hall has been running a “Lipa Karibu” campaign, offering a olive branch to perennial defaulters by The post City Hall Rules Out Extension as Land Rates Waiver Deadline Looms: How To Pay appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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