adminSenegal ex-leader’s son jailed for graft
DAKAR. — A court in Senegal has sentenced the son of former President Abdoulaye Wade to six years in prison for corruption. Karim Wade was also fined $230 million for illegal…
Campfire needs to be strengthened, says VP
Elita Chikwati in Hwange Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko has called for the strengthening of the Communal Areas Management Programme for Indigenous Resources (CAMPFIRE) to improve livelihoods and eradicate poverty.
Proteas, Kiwis face off
AUCKLAND. — Four years after it was meant to happen, two of the world’s most bitter sporting rivals — New Zealand and South Africa — will face off in a…
AU must return to source: Chair
Lovemore Mataire Senior Reporter THE African Union must mobilise local resources to fund its operations instead of depending on Western donor funds, the bloc’s chairman, President Mugabe, has said.
Silver Screen: Let the beat roll on
With Tafadzwa Zimoyo THE good times are set to roll, thanks to the decision by Delta Beverages and our national broadcaster to bring back the television programme, “Coke On The…
Rusike Brothers unite for Easter
Tafadzwa Zimoyo Entertainment Reporter The Rusike Brothers, Tawanda, Addie, Phillip as well as the twins Kelly and Collin are expected to reunite this Easter when they perform at a special…
Time to break the ‘fragmentation syndrome’
Ruth Butaumocho Gender Forum Mozambican politician and philanthropist Ms Graca Machel last week launched a network of African businesswomen, the Zimbabwe chapter that will see local businesswomen working and networking with…
Cheetahs ready for adventure
Paul Munyuki Sports Reporter Cheetahs begin the final leg of preparations for the World Sevens Series core membership qualifier today when they arrive in Hong Kong for a tournament set…
Ukrainians reject Poroshenko: Poll
KIEV. — A recent opinion poll has revealed that almost two-thirds of Ukrainians are disappointed with the way their country is being run by the government of president Petro Poroshenko.
When Shona homework removes dignity
Ignatius Mabasa Shelling The Nuts A distressed young mother recently posted a message on her Facebook page asking for help with her son’s Shona homework. To use her words, she said, “I…