Blood, betrayal and the sangoma’s secret

Bruce Ndlovu, Sunday Life Reporter IN the quiet, dust-swept lands of Gakuto, a tiny village north of Gaborone, a passer-by made a discovery that shattered Botswana’s perception of love and…

Kenduro:The flame lighting up emerging careers in Zimbabwe sport

Tobias Mandoreba “Kenduro” flame now lighting up emerging and promising boys and girls’ football careers! Brian Chibaya’s love for the world’s most beautiful game away from playing turf to being…

unpacking what ISIDLODLO/ ISICOCO really is

In pre-colonial Ndebele society, senior married men were distinguished by head rings known as isidlodlo or isicoco. These men derived this privilege from the king as a recognition of their…

Seasoned Moyo hangs up boots, takes up new role at TelOne

Fungai Muderere, [email protected] MANY will certainly remember the name Xolisani “Scara” Moyo, an Entumbane-bred midfielder who dazzled in the centre of the park for Chicken Inn, Bulawayo City, Ngezi Platinum…

Preserving Nguni heritage: Mbuso Khoza to showcase Amahubo koDakamela

Langalakhe Mabena, [email protected] RENOWNED South African cultural music composer and performer Mbuso Khoza has been announced as a special guest of honour at the forthcoming Imiklomela kaDakamela Cultural Festival, set…

Beyond scores and syllabi: Teaching for future opportunities

IN many classrooms today, success is measured by test scores and the speed at which the syllabus is completed. Teachers feel pressured to “cover” content, while students are trained to…

Six more athletes join semi-finals of ZITF Coca-Cola Four-Minute Challenge

Innocent Kurira, [email protected] SIX more athletes have secured their places in the semi-finals of the ZITF Coca-Cola Four-Minute Challenge following the Harare qualifiers held at Prince Edward High School on…

Stronger than the rope

There is a powerful story often told about an elephant. When it is young, it is tied to a firm post with a strong rope. It pulls, resists, and struggles,…

Mastering the art of narrative elevation

WORD of the day. Persevere (verb) — to continue doing something despite difficulties. Example: She persevered with her studies despite financial struggles. Here are synonyms for persevere: persist, endure, carry…

Ndux Junior to honour father’s legacy at Uhuru Gala

Bruce Ndlovu WHEN Ndux Junior steps onto the stage at the Independence Gala on the night of April 18 in Maphisa, it will be more than just another performance. Ever…

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