Mufakose’s first Test player

MUFAKOSE is a high-density suburb that is famed for its rich football talent, having continuously churned out players such as current poster boy Khama Billiat.

Can Air Zim spread its wings again?

As the nation celebrates 40 years of Independence, one cannot help but go down memory lane to the glory days of Air Zimbabwe (Air Zim), notably its fleet size, long haul intercontinental flights and various accolades for quality, safety and excellent service.

Michael Jordan makes over US$1bn from Nike

“The Last Dance”, ESPN’s documentary tracking Michael Jordan’s final season with the Chicago Bulls, has captivated the American viewing public at a time when sports are on lockdown.

The first two nights of the 10-part series delved into Jordan’s running mates with the late 1990s Bulls in Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman and coach Phil Jackson.

International travel numbers plunge

With Covid-19 resulting in a 22 percent slide in international tourist numbers for the first quarter of 2020, the crisis could result in a much more dire plunge of 60 to 80 percent this year.

This is according to the latest World Tourism Barometer report published on Thursday by the Madrid-based UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).

Cement firms push for enhanced capacity

Local cement manufacturers have invested US$200 million towards enhancing production efficiencies in the last five years, according to a recent Zimbabwe Cement Industry 2019 position paper.

 “Cement players have invested an additional US$195 million over the past five years in kiln upgrades, packing, grinding station and other cement processes in order to add efficiency to the existing equipment and to reduce cost of manufacturing,” it says.

Covid-19 derails Chevrons tours

ZIMBABWE Cricket (ZC)’s 16-year wait to tour Australia might be prolonged due to restrictions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Chevrons, who — according to the International Cricket Council (ICC) Future Tours Programme — are scheduled to visit Australia in June, last played Down Under in 2004.

You can do better Massy

HAVE you ever watched a television programme that makes your mind literally go to war after it ends. Guess you are already wondering what we are talking about?

Well, let us not go in circles.

Steve ‘The Dude’: 66 not out

FOR the first 15 years after Independence, a star-studded and well-funded CAPS United toiled long and hard for a league title, but drew blanks.

A lodger’s dilemma

ALICK Macheso’s all-time classic “Shedia” had just passed the point where the singer finishes narrating his story, leaving the impressive guitar work to go for the jugular when the music suddenly went off.

All guys who were on the dance floor to do justice to the beat were not amused and could be seen throwing their hands about in dismay.

Keep going, don’t quit

Some days are tough and the challenging days make you cough a lot. Some seasons are rough and tough. You come to the end of the day and you are exhausted, drained and discouraged.

Sometimes it feels like you are banging your head against a stony wall.

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