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Feel it, it’s here: Pride of Mutare explodes! 
Ray Bande Senior Reporter THE clock is ticking and it’s ticking fast towards 4pm when the Pride of Mutare boxing competition gets underway at Mutare Sports Club. Mutare City Council…
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Onuachu Savours Turkish Cup Glory With Trabzonspor
Paul Onuachu can’t hide his excitement after playing a key role in Trabzonspor’s Turkish Cup triumph, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international scored twice as Trabzonspor defeated Konyaspor 2-1 in the final on Friday night. The Black Sea Storm clinched the Turkish Cup for a record 10th time, having suffered defeats in their previous two appearances [...] The post Onuachu Savours Turkish Cup Glory With Trabzonspor appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles all-time best XI: Wrexham GK Okonkwo picks Osimhen, Okocha snubs Kanu
Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has revealed his all-time Super Eagles best XI, choosing a team heavily dominated by players from the modern era of Nigerian football, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old shot-stopper recently committed his international future to Nigeria after completing his nationality switch from England. His selection will likely raise eyebrows because several legendary names, […]
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VP Mohadi mourns liberation war hero Andris Nguluvhe
Thupeyo Muleya, Beitbridge Bureau Vice President Kembo Mohadi has sent a message of condolence to the Minister of State for Matabeleland South Provincial Affairs and Devolution Albert Nguluvhe following the…
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Small garden, big change….Hwange community harvests hope from despair
RUTENDO NYEVE, rutendo.nyeve@sundaynews.co.zw A SMALL community garden in Matetsi, Hwange district, is quietly changing lives, offering both hope and practical solutions in an area long affected by water shortages, poverty…
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KWS Translocates Bull Elephants from Laikipia Amid Community-Led Conservation Effort
KWS has launched a 10-day operation to translocate over 10 bull elephants from Salama Village in Laikipia West to a protected area to curb rising human-wildlife conflict.
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Unity Cup: Okonkwo, Femi Azeez, 12 Others Arrive Super Eagles London Camp
Goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo and winger Femi Azeez are among the early arrivals as the Super Eagles opened camp in London ahead of the 2026 Unity Cup, Completesports.com reports. Okonkwo, who recently switched his international allegiance from England to Nigeria, and Azeez are among several new faces named in head coach Éric Chelle’s squad for the [...] The post Unity Cup: Okonkwo, Femi Azeez, 12 Others Arrive Super Eagles London Camp appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Owen Oseni: Plymouth attacker reveals what Super Eagles call-up means to him
Plymouth Argyle attacker Owen Oseni has revealed what getting a call-up to the Nigerian Super Eagles setup ahead of the 2026 Unity Cup means to him, Soccernet.ng reports. The 23-year-old forward was born in Waterford, Ireland, to a Nigerian father and an Ivorian mother before switching his International allegiance to represent the Green and Whites. […]
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NEW: Culture key to Vision 2030, says Minister Sanyatwe 
Zimpapers Politics Hub  CULTURE is not merely a symbol of identity but the foundation upon which Zimbabwe’s national development aspirations and Vision 2030 agenda must be built, Sport, Recreation, Arts…
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Small scale traders laud government after President Ruto hands over market in Diani
The market comes complete with an ICT center as well as a place for mothers to rest with their young ones. Market Chairman Sebastian Musembi said the market was a dream come true lauding the National and County Governments for a seamless handover to traders.
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Xi orders all-out rescue after deadly coal mine gas explosion in Shanxi
Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered an all-out rescue operation and a full investigation following a deadly gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province.
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NEW: Trio involved in US$90 000 Econet lithium battery theft spree denied bail 
Yeukai Karengezeka-Chisepo  Court Correspondent  THREE suspected robbers accused of masquerading as Econet employees and stealing lithium batteries worth more than US$90 000 from several network base stations around Harare have…
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NEW: Zimbabwe hits 400 000 number plate milestone 
Zimpapers Correspondent  MORE than 400 000 vehicle number plates have been produced since local manufacture began four years ago, representing a major milestone in the Government’s import-substitution drive. The official…
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Nigeria’s Calvin Bassey confesses: Why I failed at Ajax but became a Fulham star
Nigeria international Calvin Bassey has opened up on the difficult tactical lessons he learned during his troubled spell at AFC Ajax and why life has become far smoother for him at Fulham, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles defender arrived in Amsterdam in the summer of 2022 after a sensational breakthrough campaign with Rangers, where his […]
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Sports Tourism drives soft diplomacy, says Minister Rwodzi
Nqobile Bhebhe, nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Barbara Rwodzi has described Sports Tourism as a powerful tool for soft diplomacy, saying Zimbabwe continues to raise its flag high…
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Ex-KDF Special Forces Officer linked to Eastlands crimes arrested in Nairobi’s Kayole
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a former KDF Special Forces officer in Kayole, Nairobi, over alleged possession of ammunition and government stores.
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Moyale court fines man Sh600,000 or 3 years jail over FGM on 3 minors
Moyale court fines a man Sh600,000 or 3 years jail after convicting him of performing FGM on three minors under Kenya’s anti-FGM law.
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Tango Supreme Set to Heat Up Africa Day in Bulawayo
Obey Sibanda Luveve, Bulawayo is set for a blazing Africa Day celebration as fast-rising South African DJ duo Tango Supreme headline a high energy celebration of music, pride and heritage…
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Report: Atalanta BC eye Super Eagles star ahead of summer move
Italian side Atalanta BC have emerged as strong contenders to sign Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi ahead of the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old’s future has remained uncertain heading into the summer, with just one year left on his current contract at FC Porto. There has been no agreement on an extension so far which has […]
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Super Eagles: Onuachu, Nwaiwu ratings as Trabzonspor edge Konyaspor in Turkish Cup final
Super Eagles stars Paul Onuachu and Chibuike Nwaiwu both played starring roles for Trabzonspor as they secured a 2-1 victory over Konyaspor to win the Turkish Cup on Friday night, Soccernet.ng reports. Onuachu scored both goals for Trabzonspor, while Nwaiwu delivered a composed defensive performance as the Black Sea Storm ended the season with silverware. Meanwhile, Anthony Nwakaeme remained […]
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NLP leader urges Kalonzo to back Ukambani unity pact ahead of 2027 polls
NLP leader Augustus Muli urges Kalonzo Musyoka to back Ukambani unity pact, proposing a five-million vote bloc ahead of Kenya’s 2027 elections.
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Iheanacho Eyes Scottish Cup Glory as Celtic Face Dunfermline in Final
Kelechi Iheanacho will aim to win his second trophy in a week when Celtic take on Dunfermline Athletic in the Scottish Cup final at Hampden Park on Saturday, reports Completesports.com. Celtic clinched the Scottish Premiership crown last week after defeating Hearts 3-1 in an entertaining clash at Paradise. Iheanacho played a crucial role in Martin [...] The post Iheanacho Eyes Scottish Cup Glory as Celtic Face Dunfermline in Final appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Kenya, China push cultural tourism investment amid global rise
Kenya and China call for cultural tourism investment, saying it drives growth, conservation and community empowerment at Nairobi biodiversity forum.
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‘Another One’ – Raphael Onyedika Crowned Champion in Belgium
Nigeria’s Raphael Onyedika has won his second league title with Club Brugge in the Belgian top flight. Club Brugge sealed the title following a dramatic 2-2 draw against KV Mechelen, while their closest challengers, Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, were held to a goalless draw by KAA Gent on the same day. The results confirmed Brugge as [...] The post ‘Another One’ – Raphael Onyedika Crowned Champion in Belgium appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Kenya, China renew push for biodiversity cooperation at Nairobi wildlife exhibition
Kenya and China renew biodiversity cooperation calls at Nairobi exhibition highlighting wildlife conservation, wetlands protection and cultural exchange.
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Super Eagles’ Akor Adams honours Chelsea legend Azpilicueta with cute retirement message
Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has sent a heartwarming message to Spanish defender Cesar Azpilicueta following the announcement of his retirement, Soccernet.ng reports. ​On Friday, the veteran defender announced that he will be hanging up his boots at the end of the current campaign. The 36-year-old Spaniard calls time on an illustrious career that saw […]
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Uganda confirms 3 new Ebola cases as Kenya tightens cross-border surveillance
Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, raising total to five, as Kenya strengthens surveillance with enhanced border screening.
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NEW: Eight Roman Catholic Church members perish after kombi plunges into bridge
Harmony Agere  EIGHT members of the Roman Catholic Church died after a kombi carrying worshippers plunged into Deka Bridge, along Deka Road, in Hwange on Saturday morning. In a statement,…
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NEW: At least 90 dead in Chinese coal mine explosion, President Xi calls for investigation
AT least 90 people have been killed in a coal mine blast in northern China, according to the country’s state media. The gas explosion happened at the Liushenyu Coal Mine,…
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How Mambazo and Gomez are reimagining Bulawayo arts through big-scale productions
  Pix Simon Mambazo Phiri, Mehluli Gomez Dube Limukani Ncube, Intake Editor In a city once defined by smoke-belching factories and industrial might, a different kind of industry is now…
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Super Eagles’ Kelechi Iheanacho nears career milestone as Celtic eye double in Scottish cup final
Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho has a chance to claim another piece of silverware with Celtic when they face Dunfermline in the Scottish Cup final on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​After a torrid start to life at Celtic Park, Iheanacho has truly come into his own. The Nigerian attacker signed a one-year deal with the Hoops […]
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Watch: Methembe Tshuma expected home on Saturday afternoon
Lovemore Dube, lovemore.dube@chronicle.co.zw PROMISING Zimbabwe sprinter Methembe Tshuma is expected to arrive at the Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport on Saturday afternoon from Ghana where he had gone to take…
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10 feared dead after kombi plunges into Deka river
Fairness Moyana in Hwange AT least 10 people are feared dead after a commuter omnibus carrying pilgrims plunged into the Deka River while attempting to cross a bridge near Hwange…
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‘Blame NFF for Decline in Nigerian Football’ – Amoo
Former Nigerian coach, Fatai Amoo has criticized the state of football administration in the country, blaming the Nigeria Football Federation for the decline in player development and infrastructure. Speaking in an interview with Brila.net, Amoo said Nigeria’s football had “retrogressed” and called for urgent reforms from those in charge of the game. “I think our [...] The post ‘Blame NFF for Decline in Nigerian Football’ – Amoo appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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2026 Unity Cup: Zimbabwean midfielder talks tough ahead of Super Eagles clash
The Super Eagles are set to take on Zimbabwe in the 2026 Unity Cup on Tuesday, but one of the opponents' midfielders, Marshall Munetsi, is pumped ahead of the showdown, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle's men were crowned Champions in the previous edition last year, which was hosted at the Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford. That […]
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Kisumu Mental Health Expo pushes for greater awareness, early screening and community support
Mental health professionals, county officials, and fitness advocates are attending the Kisumu Mental Wellness Walk and Expo to promote awareness, early screening, and community support for mental health disorders.
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