Nqobile Bhebhe, nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw THE City of Bulawayo is sending a strong delegation to the 5th Annual Public Procurement Symposium scheduled for June 10 and 11 at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre…

Danisa Masuku, Danimasuku4455@gmail.com A 41-year-old man from Butabubili area in Tsholotsho District, Matabeleland North Province yesterday appeared in court charged with murder after he allegedly fatally assaulted a 73-year-old granny, accusing…

Sunday News Correspondent The stage is set for another exciting edition of the Old Mutual National High Schools Quiz as provincial competitions prepare to roll out across all ten provinces…

JKIA screening chaos raises Ebola fears as passengers face broken QR systems and overcrowding, exposing gaps in Kenya’s disease preparedness.

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has appointed Winfred Nduku Nthiani as Assistant Director for Corporate Communication after a process that saw seven candidates interviewed from 100 applicants.

Abdullahi Bewene has expressed his delight after making his senior international debut for the Super Eagles in Nigeria's entertaining 2-2 draw against Poland in Warsaw, Soccernet.ng reports. The 21-year-old Banik Ostrava defender was handed a surprise start by Nigeria coach Eric Chelle at the PGE Narodowy Stadium after regular right-backs Ola Aina and Bright Osayi-Samuel […]

Ray Bande Senior Reporter WITH a few junior football teams active in Manicaland, especially when it comes to participating in competitions hosted beyond the boundaries of the province, the Chave…

Joshua Muswere FIFA has confirmed a package of new rules for the 2026 World Cup and formally banned vuvuzelas from stadiums across the United States, Canada and Mexico, targeting time-wasting,…

Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw ZIMBABWE will on Friday join the rest of the world in commemorating World Environment Day 2026, with authorities calling for collective action to combat plastic pollution and protect…

Innocent Kurira, innocent.kurira@chronicle.co.zw The excitement surrounding the inaugural Munhumutapa Challenge Cup continued to grow on Wednesday as three Southern Region Soccer League teams booked their places in the next stage of…

YADEA has entered the Kenyan market with the launch of the KIFA electric motorcycle, a model designed specifically for boda boda operators and commercial transport services.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just a few days away, and the anticipation is already reaching a fever pitch. Fans from participating nations—and even those whose teams missed out—are feeling the tension as it approaches Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigeria is among the major footballing nations that failed to qualify for the Mundial for a second […]

As freight costs rise and global competition intensifies, a new packaging innovation unveiled at IFTEX 2026 is helping Kenyan flower exporters reduce losses, improve quality and protect profitability.

Chelsea’s midfield looks set for a significant shake-up this summer as incoming manager Xabi Alonso prepares to stamp his authority on the squad from July 1. The Blues endured a difficult 2025/26 Premier League campaign, finishing tenth and missing out on European football entirely, meaning wholesale changes are expected at Stamford Bridge. Enzo Fernandez has […] The post Andy Townsend Urges Chelsea To Sign Adam Wharton As Ideal Moises Caicedo Partner appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk admitted he was completely caught off guard by Anfield’s sudden decision to sack manager Arne Slot. Recall that Liverpool FC parted ways with Slot following an underwhelming fifth-place finish in the league, despite having won the top-flight title in his debut season. The decision ended Slot’s two-year spell at Anfield [...] The post Van Dijk: I Was Not Consulted Before Liverpool Sacked Slot appeared first on Complete Sports.

Israeli Ambassador Gideon Behar says Israel's trade networks, agricultural technology and logistics innovations can help Kenya expand exports of flowers, fresh produce and other agricultural products to global markets.

Poland head coach Jan Urban has reflected on his team’s performance in Wednesday night’s friendly against Nigeria, Completesports.com reports. The Red and Whites held the Super Eagles to a 2-2:draw at the 58,000-capacity Stadion PGE Narodowy, Warsaw. Hard-Fought Draw Poland took control of the game from the start, and Jakub Kaminski came close to handing [...] The post Friendly: Poland Coach Urban Happy With Draw Against Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

In a narrow bipartisan vote, the US House approved a measure aimed at preventing President Donald Trump from taking further military action in Iran without congressional authorization.

Real Madrid’s rival presidential candidates made their boldest moves yet on Wednesday, as Enrique Riquelme promised to sign Erling Haaland and Rodri if he’s elected, and rival Florentino Pérez confirmed José Mourinho as his chosen coach. In a vote on Sunday, Madrid’s members will choose between renewable energy entrepreneur Riquelme, 37, and Pérez, 79, who [...] The post Real Madrid Presidential Candidate Vows To Sign Haaland, Rodri If Elected appeared first on Complete Sports.

Germany forward Kai Havertz has described the team’s wealth of attacking talent as a good problem to have. Speaking from the national team’s training base, the Arsenal forward praised the squad’s depth ahead of the upcoming tournament in North America. Recall that coach Julian Nagelsmann has an abundance of options across the strike force and [...] The post 2026 World Cup: Germany Have Many Options In Attack –Havertz appeared first on Complete Sports.

Alejandro Garnacho has made headlines off the pitch after unveiling a striking new tattoo that covers the entirety of his back. The Chelsea winger, who joined the club in a high-profile transfer, has long been known for his bold personal style both on and off the field. The tattoo is reported to be inspired by […] The post Chelsea Star Alejandro Garnacho Unveils Huge Movie-Inspired Back Tattoo appeared first on Gooner Daily.

The National Liberal Party and People’s Liberation Party have launched a joint citizen engagement programme across the country.

Theseus Mauruki Shambare LARGE-scale farmers and Government officials have backed a new grain import levy and local procurement framework aimed at strengthening domestic production, stabilising grain markets and accelerating Zimbabwe’s…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching, and players from across British football’s top divisions are preparing to represent their nations on the global stage. The tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is the biggest World Cup in history, expanding to 48 teams for the first time in the competition’s long […] The post Premier League, EFL And Scottish Premiership Stars Set For World Cup 2026 This Summer appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Melissa Mpofu, Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub Award-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter Fireboy DML (born Adedamola Adefolahan), best known for chart-topping hits Peru, Vibration and Jealous, is set to headline…

Super Eagles legend Jay-Jay Okocha has joined former England and Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney in building anticipation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by rocking Nike's wears, Soccernet.ng reports. As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Nike took a different route to celebrate football’s biggest tournament. Rather than focusing solely on traditional […]

Police recovered a firearm belonging to an officer attached to a former MP at a supermarket along Moi Avenue, about a week after the weapon disappeared in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD). According to a police report filed at Central Police Station, investigators from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) located the pistol at the supermarket inside Development House after intelligence-led inquiries. The officer had reported the firearm missing, saying he lost the weapon while visiting a barber shop and spa on Mukhtar Daddah Street in the CBD. During the investigations, the officer told detectives that he visited the barber The post Massage, Dizziness, and a Missing Gun: The Strange Story Behind a Police Firearm Lost in Nairobi’s CBD and Found in Supermarket appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi said that plans to set up an Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base in Nanyuki will not expose nearby residents to the virus. In a communiqué issued on Wednesday, the embassy stated that it will follow all health security protocols and will work with the Kenyan government to strengthen measures aimed at preventing any virus spread. “The bio-isolation facility in Laikipia is part of a holistic response to prevent spread of the disease and lessen health risks for the region as a whole; it does not pose risk to nearby communities,” the Embassy noted. The post All 22 Ebola Alerts in Kenya Test Negative as U.S. Defends Laikipia Ebola Facility appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Former Gatundu South MP Moses Kuria criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leadership over allegations that link him to organized violence in the Mount Kenya region. Kuria spoke at a press conference in Karen, Nairobi, on Wednesday. He said DCP leaders kept dragging his name into claims that he orchestrated violence in the region, which he described as a dangerous pattern. “Every time Honourable Rigathi Gachagua is addressing a rally, it is about Mount Kenya region. I don’t want to be dragged into that parochial, narrow, tribal prism of looking at me The post Kuria Reports DCP to DCI, Warns of “Sinister” Plot Linked to Saba Saba appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The High Court ruled that no evidence shows that missing security analyst and former military officer Mwenda Mbijiwe was in the custody of state agencies when he disappeared in June 2021. Judge Martin Muya dismissed a court application filed by Mbijiwe’s mother, Jane Gatwiri, during a ruling delivered on Wednesday. Gatwiri had asked the court to order the authorities to produce her son or explain where he was. The court said that even though Mbijiwe’s disappearance still remains unsolved and investigations have not satisfied the court, there was no proof that the State arrested him, detained him, or controlled him. The post High Court Makes Key Ruling in Mwenda Mbijiwe Disappearance Case appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Moi Forces Academy Lanet announced the temporary closure of classes for Grade 10 and Form 3 learners after recent fire incidents reported in schools across the country. In a message to parents and guardians, the school said it made the decision as a precautionary step to protect students. It told learners to go home for a short break on Wednesday, 3rd June 2026. “Dear Parent/Guardian, Following the recent happenings in schools in the country, and as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, the school will release Form 3 and Grade 10 learners to proceed The post Moi Forces Academy Lanet Sends Students Home Over School Fire Safety Fears appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The United Alternative Government (UAG) demanded the immediate release of all agreements and protocols that the Kenya Kwanza administration signed regarding the country’s Ebola response. The group accused President William Ruto’s government of keeping information secret and acting dishonestly on an issue of serious national importance. In a statement, the opposition coalition led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka also rejected the Finance Bill 2026 as it stands and said it will back one jointly supported candidate for the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. The UAG criticized what it called a “regime of secrecy and confusion” around the ongoing Ebola The post Opposition to Ruto: Release Every Ebola Agreement or Lose the Public’s Trust Entirely appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Government of Kenya, working with the World Bank, said it will disburse the second tranche of start-up capital under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) project by June 30, 2026, as it addresses budgetary constraints that had slowed the rollout. Principal Secretary for the State Department for MSMEs Development, Susan Mang’eni, made the announcement and said the programme will deliver funds to all beneficiaries at the same time, replacing the earlier phased disbursement approach. The NYOTA project runs for five years and focuses on youth employment and enterprise. It aims to equip vulnerable and marginalised young people across The post NYOTA Project to Disburse Second Start-Up Capital to Kenyan Youth by June 30 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi announced that Kenya Power has withdrawn a proposed retail electricity tariff review application, which could have raised electricity costs from July 1 through 2029. Kenya Power submitted the application to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority on March 31 to request a tariff review. During a press briefing on Wednesday, CS Wandayi said Kenya Power withdrew the application to protect livelihoods and reduce the pressure on consumers amid concerns about rising electricity prices. “Following the withdrawal of the application, the current retail electricity tariffs shall remain in force and unchanged, unless otherwise lawfully reviewed in The post No Electricity Price Increase as Kenya Power Drops Tariff Review Plan appeared first on Nairobi Wire.