adminSerena routs Maria Sharapova
NEW YORK. — Serena Williams overwhelmed Maria Sharapova 6-1, 6-1 on Monday to reach the second round of the US Open tennis tournament in search of her 24th Grand Slam title while “rusty” Roger Federer rallied past Indian qualifier Sumit Nagal.
Land key to youth empowerment
Young people account for a large demography in the country, and often face unemployment challenges. Despite opportunities in agriculture, they face many hurdles in trying to break in.
Zifa hail Magaya ahead of Mighty Warriors battle
ZIFA have hailed their all-weather partners, Prophet Walter Magaya and his PHD Ministries, for providing accommodation for the Mighty Warriors ahead of their Women Olympic qualifier against Zambia’s She-polopolo in Lusaka today.
African health ministers respond to disease outbreaks
Africa has been stalked by disease outbreaks over many years. Last year alone, the continent battled with diseases that include cholera, monkey pox, Ebola, Rift Valley fever and listeriosis among others.
Dealers told not to over-blend petrol
The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera) has warned fuel retailers not to tamper with the quality of the product as the regulator will be conducting quality checks and punish those that will be found in breach of the law.
A bureau de change on your mobile phone
The recent launch of a bureau de change by Zimbabwe’s leading mobile money service provider EcoCash after approval by the country’s central bank is likely to help direct more remittances through formal channels and promote financial inclusion in the country.
Mafero endorses Tino
WARRIORS stand-in coach Joey “Mafero” Antipas believes France-based striker Tino Kadewere can be the next big thing in Zimbabwean football if he keeps a level head.
Focus on promoting trade, Mohadi urges envoys
The country is now in an economic revolution and diplomats should focus on promoting trade and economic relations with their host countries, Acting President Kembo Mohadi has said.
Kenyatta to ban gambling
NAIROBI. — President Uhuru Kenyatta has expressed his desire to completely phase out the gambling craze in Kenya by outlawing the practice, TUKO.co.ke has learnt.
Cantona wins Uefa President’s Award
LONDON. — Former Manchester United forward Eric Cantona will be awarded the Uefa President’s Award for his commitment to helping improve the lives of others.