Thunderous welcome for Kirsty Coventry at Olympic House in Switzerland

As she entered the building, the staff started a long and resounding round of applause for the International Olympic Committee (IOC) president-elect, Kirsty Coverntry.

UK warns citizens to leave South Sudan

Security in South Sudan could deteriorate “rapidly and unpredictably,” London has warned The UK has advised its nationals to leave South Sudan, where escalating tensions have sparked widespread fears that…

No official US ambassador to SA yet: Embassy

THE United States does not have an ambassador in South Africa. The remarks from Washington’s mission are in response to reports that Trump has nominated a pro-Israel media activist as…

‘Let’s entrench culture of dialogue’ . . . President hosts belated New Year’s reception for diplomats

Wallace Ruzvidzo-Herald Reporter Tackling a myriad of pressing global challenges and resolving conflicts amicably needs fostering a culture of constructive dialogue on the international stage, President Mnangagwa has said. In…

Earthquake strikes Myanmar, Thailand

An earthquake of magnitude 7,7 has struck Myanmar, causing hundreds of people to pour out of swaying buildings in Bangkok, the capital of neighbouring Thailand, which is 1 400km away.…

Samsung co-CEO dies

Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-Hee died from cardiac arrest today, a spokesperson for the South Korean tech giant has said. Han was 63. Born in 1962, Han was named Samsung…

Flight turns around after pilot forgets passport

A United Airlines Boeing 787 jetliner flying from Los Angeles to Shanghai had to turn around last weekend after it was discovered that one of the pilots had forgotten his…

Zimbabwe showcases rich culture in Washington DC

Nqobile Bhebhe, Senior Business Writer ZIMBABWE’s vibrant cultural heritage took center stage in the United States during the Zimbabwe Culture Day in Washington DC. The event, held at the Embassy of…

Putin congratulates Kirsty Coventry on IOC election

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry on her election as International Olympic Committee president on Thursday, saying her “unique experience” will ensure the movement’s advancement.

IOC presidential race reaches finish line – key questions answered

Where is the vote taking place? The IOC has chosen for its 144th Session a luxury hotel in the plush seaside resort of Costa Navarino, about 60 miles south of…

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