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Performance contracts a bold declaration of the city’s commitment to accountability and results-Mafume
Diana Nherera Harare mayor Councillor Jacob Mafume said the signing of performance contracts is more than a signing ceremony but a bold declaration of a commitment to accountability and results-driven… The post Performance contracts a bold declaration of the city’s commitment to accountability and results-Mafume appeared first on herald.
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Minister Garwe in Maphisa for final inspection
Raymond Jaravaza, Zimpapers Reporter THE Minister of Local Government and Public Works, Daniel Garwe has arrived at Maphisa Stadium in Matobo District for a final inspection of various facilities ahead… The post Minister Garwe in Maphisa for final inspection appeared first on herald.
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Solar-powered borehole initiative expands to Kambuzuma Section 5
Obey Musiwa Herald Reporter Residents of Kambuzuma Section 5 are celebrating a breakthrough in their long struggle with water shortages after the installation of solar panels to power a community… The post Solar-powered borehole initiative expands to Kambuzuma Section 5 appeared first on herald.
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Chinese national convicted on ant smuggling case
“Invertebrates are becoming the new frontier for traffickers,” KWS said in its statement, noting that the trade often flies under the radar compared to high-profile wildlife crimes.
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Government rolls out special desks, funds to protect women cross-border traders
Rutendo Nyeve, rutendo.nyeve@sundaynews.co.zw THE Government has started rolling out Women’s Desks at border posts and unlocking revolving funds to protect female traders from harassment and illegal fees, a senior official… The post Government rolls out special desks, funds to protect women cross-border traders appeared first on herald.
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“JUSTICE FOR MARADONA!” –  Retrial Begins as Doctors Face Jail Spell
A new chapter has opened in one of football’s most controversial cases, as a fresh trial into the death of Argentine legend, Diego Maradona officially gets underway in Argentina. Nearly a year after the initial proceedings collapsed in scandal, seven members of Maradona’s medical team now stand trial for negligent homicide. This new development in [...] The post “JUSTICE FOR MARADONA!” –  Retrial Begins as Doctors Face Jail Spell appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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JUST IN: Police, Army and Fire Brigade comb bush as 10 feared dead in Quantum blast
Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw Police and military personnel have joined the Bulawayo Fire Brigade on the scene at Much Binding, combing nearby bushland for bodies following the suspected explosives blast that… The post JUST IN: Police, Army and Fire Brigade comb bush as 10 feared dead in Quantum blast appeared first on herald.
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JUST IN: Police, Army and Fire Brigade comb bush for bodies as 10 feared dead in Quantum blast
Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw Police and military personnel have joined the Bulawayo Fire Brigade on the scene at Much Binding, combing nearby bushland for bodies following the suspected explosives blast that… The post JUST IN: Police, Army and Fire Brigade comb bush for bodies as 10 feared dead in Quantum blast appeared first on herald.
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Parliament begins scrutiny of Bill aimed at lowering fuel costs
The Bill was refereed to the House Finance and Planning Committee where it will undergo parliamentary scrutiny and public participation before it can be enacted into law.
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Nigerian Winger Moves To Swedish Club Hammarby
Imran Musa has sealed a move to Swedish club Hammarby IF, Completesports.com reports. Musa linked up with HIF from Nigeria’s Beyond Limits FA. Beyond Limits FA announced the player’s departure through a statement on their X account. “All formalities have been agreed in principle for the transfer of our winger, Imran Musa to Hammarby . [...] The post Nigerian Winger Moves To Swedish Club Hammarby appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Udonsi Lwabapostoli set Independence tone with “Magamba Edu” release
Mbulelo Mpofu mbulelo.smpofu@gmail.com ON Saturday, Zimbabwe will be celebrating its 46th Independence Day, with the spirit of liberation finding a harmonious voice in Pelandaba West. On April 15, a Bulawayo-based… The post Udonsi Lwabapostoli set Independence tone with “Magamba Edu” release appeared first on herald.
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Zimbabwe pushes for shift to finished leather goods to boost value chain
Judith Phiri, judith.phiri@sundaynews.co.zw THE Minister of Industry and Commerce, Nqobizotha Mangaliso Ndhlovu, has called for a shift from exporting raw hides to producing and exporting high-quality finished leather goods for… The post Zimbabwe pushes for shift to finished leather goods to boost value chain appeared first on herald.
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Umklomela kaDakamela humbles Jeys Marabini
Langalakhe Mabena langamabena@gmail.com Veteran Marabi and Jazz maestro Jeys Marabini says he is humbled after being honoured at this year’s Imiklomela kaDakamela Cultural Festival, held at Chief Dakamela’s homestead in… The post Umklomela kaDakamela humbles Jeys Marabini appeared first on herald.
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WATCH: Over 3 000 children set for pre-Independence Celebrations in Matobo
Sikhumbuzo Moyo, smoyo@chronicle.co.zw OVER 3 000 children from across the country are expected to attend this year’s annual Pre-Independence Children’s Party, which will be held at Mahetshe Primary School in… The post WATCH: Over 3 000 children set for pre-Independence Celebrations in Matobo appeared first on herald.
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Senate calls Murkomen, Kanja to answer for surge in political unrest
Lawmakers said the issue of marauding gangs has recently dominated discussions in Parliament, noting that such groups are increasingly targeting leaders, businesspeople, and even security officers.
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Pappy Kojo Confirms April 24 Release Date for New Album ‘Cantata’
Ghanaian rapper Pappy Kojo has announced that his new album Cantata will be released on 24 April. In a post on Instagram, the artist shared the album’s tracklist and encouraged fans to pre-save it. “Let the countdown begin… pre-add #CANTATA to your library. See you on the 24th,” he wrote. View this post on Instagram […]
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Osimhen compared to Mbappe, Kane as Galatasaray chase 4th straight Super Lig crown
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has placed Victor Osimhen in elite company, boldly comparing the Nigerian's influence to that of Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane, Soccernet.ng reports. Buruk's appreciation of Osimhen's impact comes even as the Turkish champions push for more silverware this season. Osimhen has been one of Galatasaray’s standout performers during the 2025/26 campaign, […]
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Language education, a driver for national development, says education official
Mthokozisi Ncube, mthokoncube3015@gmail.com LANGUAGE education is a critical driver of national development and global opportunity, deputy provincial education director for Bulawayo province, Mr Thabani Sibanda, has said. Mr Sibanda, made… The post Language education, a driver for national development, says education official appeared first on herald.
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Afey Elders Back Businessman Guliye in Mandera North 2027 MP Contest
The elders said their decision was anchored on Guliye’s track record, citing his long-standing engagement in community support initiatives, particularly during periods of severe drought that have repeatedly affected pastoralist livelihoods in Mandera County
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Lookman and five Nigerian-rooted stars chase UCL glory – What could have been for the Super Eagles?
The UEFA Champions League semi-finals will kick off on the 28th of April, but will feature six players, most of whom could have represented the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports. Six players of Nigerian descent remain in the hunt for club football’s biggest prize. Yet only one of them, Ademola Lookman, represents the Super […]
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ZPCS graduates 732 officers in first joint parade of 2026
Tanaka Nkala,tanakankala9@gmail.com THE Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) has held its first joint graduation parade of 2026, with a total of 732 officers completing 11 internal training courses at… The post ZPCS graduates 732 officers in first joint parade of 2026 appeared first on herald.
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Suspected Foreign Trafficker Arrested as Police Seize Heroin in Mombasa
"Acting with precision and coordination, the officers moved in and successfully apprehended the suspect, effectively disrupting the suspected illicit operation. A subsequent search led to the recovery of heroin packaged in various forms, indicating a well-structured distribution network designed to evade detection while reaching multiple points within the supply chain," read a statement by the DCI.
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World Athletics Rejects Ofili’s Request To Switch Allegiance To Türkiye
The World Athletics has denied Nigerian sprint star Favour Ofili approval to switch allegiance to Türkiye, reports Completesports.com. The decision followed a review of her application alongside ten others submitted by the Türkiye Athletics Federation, all linked to a government-backed recruitment drive ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. World Athletics ruled that the [...] The post World Athletics Rejects Ofili’s Request To Switch Allegiance To Türkiye appeared first on Complete Sports.
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BREAKING: 10 feared dead as Quantum bursts into flames in suspected explosives blast near Bulawayo
Bongani Ndlovu, bongani.ndlovu@chronicle.co.zw AT least 10 people reportedly died after a Toyota Quantum they were traveling in and believed to be transporting explosives suddenly burst into flames in the middle… The post BREAKING: 10 feared dead as Quantum bursts into flames in suspected explosives blast near Bulawayo appeared first on herald.
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South African Opposition Figure Julius Malema Jailed for Five Years Over Illegal Gun Use at Rally
A South African court has sentenced Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema to five years in prison for illegally firing a firearm during a political rally in 2018. The ruling was delivered in East London on Thursday. Magistrate Twanet Olivier found that Malema had deliberately violated firearm laws, rejecting claims that the discharge of […]
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President hosts Chitungwiza Harmony Singers and Light Machine Gun Choir
Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter President Mnangagwa hosted the Chitungwiza Harmony Singers and Light Machine Gun (LMG) Choir at State House in Harare today. During the ceremony, the President handed over… The post President hosts Chitungwiza Harmony Singers and Light Machine Gun Choir appeared first on herald.
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Insurance broker acquitted in US$90 000 Old Mutual fraud
Prosper Dembedza Herald Correspondent HARARE magistrate Lisa Mutendereki has acquitted an insurance broker, Reality Njabulo Chuma, on charges of defrauding Old Mutual of US$90 000 through a fake insurance claim… The post Insurance broker acquitted in US$90 000 Old Mutual fraud appeared first on herald.
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NNL: Sporting Lagos, Akwa United Face Crucial Day In Promotion Race
Sporting Lagos, and Akwa United are gearing up for a decisive final-day clash in the Nigeria National League (NNL) Conference B, with promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, on the line. Only one single point separated both teams on the Conference B table. Sporting Lagos top the standings with 33 points, while second-placed [...] The post NNL: Sporting Lagos, Akwa United Face Crucial Day In Promotion Race appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Confirmed: Hammarby seal move for Nigerian teen wonder Imran Musa
Nigerian teenager Imran Musa has completed a move to Swedish top-flight club Hammarby in what is an important step in his young career, Soccernet.ng reports. The 18-year-old winger joins the Stockholm-based side after impressing at Beyond Limits FA, one of Nigeria’s fast-rising academies. The deal was confirmed on Wednesday, with Beyond Limits announcing that all […]
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AMERICAN COLA COURTSIDE 2026 DEBUTS WOMEN’S EDITION AS TEAM MC SPENCER EMERGES CHAMPION
American Cola has stepped into championing women’s basketball in Nigeria with the debut of the women’s edition of its Courtside 2026 tournament, held at the Ilupeju Basketball Court in Lagos. After five weeks of intense competition and standout performances, Team MC Spencer emerged as champions, closing out a tournament that brought together 8 communities from [...] The post AMERICAN COLA COURTSIDE 2026 DEBUTS WOMEN’S EDITION AS TEAM MC SPENCER EMERGES CHAMPION appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Mikel: Don’t Blame Referee For Barca’s Ouster From Champions League
Former Nigerian international Mikel Obi has criticized Barcelona for blaming the referee for their ouster in the Champions League. Following Barcelona’s 3-2 aggregate exit from the Champions League to Atletico Madrid, some Barca players and officials accused the referee of poor officiating. Speaking with Mundo Deportivo, the former Chelsea star stated that Barca’s zero killer [...] The post Mikel: Don’t Blame Referee For Barca’s Ouster From Champions League appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Coach Blames Interference for Nigeria’s U-17 AFCON Qualification Failure
Former Golden Eaglets coach, John Obuh has identified poor preparation and systemic interference as key factors behind the Nigeria’s recent slump at U17 level. Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 U-17 AFCON, that will also serves as qualifier for the World Cup. Obuh noted that assembling top coaches alone will not solve the problem. [...] The post Coach Blames Interference for Nigeria’s U-17 AFCON Qualification Failure appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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The Second Screen Revolution: Sports, Betting, And The Rise Of Direct Casino Access
A decade ago, watching a football match meant… well, watching it. Perhaps sending a message to someone you know. Or yelling at the television during a game. Right now? That person watches real-time scores pop up, makes wagers, flips through key moments, argues online – all happening together. What used to be called the extra [...] The post The Second Screen Revolution: Sports, Betting, And The Rise Of Direct Casino Access appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Onuachu Resumes Training After Injury Setback
Trabzonspor striker Paul Onuachu is expected to be back in training on Thursday (today) after his minor injury setback, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international was sidelined for Fatih Tekke’s side 1-1 draw against Alanyaspor last weekend. The disappointing result dealt a blow to Trabzonspor’s title hopes, leaving the Black Sea Storm four points adrift of [...] The post Onuachu Resumes Training After Injury Setback appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“That wasn’t a robbery” – Mikel Obi explains Barcelona’s UCL exit to Atletico Madrid 
Former Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi has weighed in on Barcelona’s Champions League elimination at the hands of Atletico Madrid, insisting the Spanish champions have nobody to blame but themselves, Soccernet.ng reports. Barcelona were knocked out of the competition on Tuesday night despite winning 2-1 on the night. However, their 2-0 defeat in the first leg last week meant the tie ended […]
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No Home based Players for Poland, Portugal Friendlies – Chelle
Eric Chelle has outlined how upcoming fixtures will play a key role in reshaping and assessing the national team setup as preparations continue for future competitions. Speaking on the invitational tournament in the off-season, Chelle explained that the tournament will serve as a platform to evaluate new players and widen the pool of options available [...] The post No Home based Players for Poland, Portugal Friendlies – Chelle appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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