Posts by Southern Region Correspondent
Bulawayo Beach Volleyball Series 1 set to serve up excitement at Hillside Teachers College
The sand at Hillside Teachers College is already humming with excitement as the dates for the Bulawayo Beach Volleyball Series 1 (BBVB 1) draw near. From February 21 to 22, 2026, the college grounds will be transformed into an arena for beach volleyball enthusiasts. The tournament will kick off with teams competing in the open…
Read MoreSwimming chaos: Zimbabwe Swimming and Aquatics lock horns over rival national galas
The ongoing dispute between Zimbabwe Swimming and Zimbabwe Aquatics has left parents and kids confused, with two separate senior National Galas announced. Zimbabwe Swimming, led by Zanele Nkomazana, is hosting its event in Bulawayo to celebrate the city’s swimming pool’s 100-year milestone, while Nokuthula Cyprianos, appointed by Zimbabwe Aquatics, is hosting a rival gala in…
Read MoreBuilding for the future: Highlanders Royals FC seek fresh talent
Highlanders Royals FC kicks off its trials for the 2026 season, hot on the heels of the Bosso Royals’ relegation from the Premier League last season. Hopes are high that the Royals will rebuild and claw their way back to the top, though they’re not rushing it. On 10 February 2026, the grassy field behind…
Read MoreKicking off dreams: ZSports Academy launches in Bulawayo
ZSports Academy officially launched in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, with plans to develop young football talent and promote sports development in the region. The academy is affiliated with a sister academy in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, South Africa. Speaking to Fanzone, ZSports founder Zenzo Ndlovu revealed the academy’s origins stem from Soccerforlife, a Christian outreach program he started in…
Read MoreBosso give in to Mbeba’s house demand
Highlanders appear to have given in on Andrew Mbeba’s demand for a house before signing a new contract, amid revelations that the the club will purchase a property for the star defender. Mbeba’s contract with Highlanders expired on December 31, 2025 and the Soccer of the Year finalist has not been training ahead of the…
Read MoreZimbabwe’s Thandazile Ndhlovu set for iSingapore’s Deloitte Netball Super League
Zimbabwe’s netball star Thandazile Ndhlovu has secured a spot with the Swifts in Singapore’s Deloitte Netball Super League. The Zimbabwe Netball Association (ZINA) has congratulated Ndhlovu on this achievement, saying, “The Zimbabwe Netball Association (ZINA) is delighted to celebrate the latest achievement in Thandazile Ndhlovu’s incredible journey.” Ndhlovu will feature in this year’s edition of…
Read MoreHighlanders unveils Wicknell Chivayo donated bus
Highlanders FC has received a major boost ahead of the upcoming season, with businessman Sir Wicknell Chivayo donating a new team bus to the club. The bus was unveiled at Highlanders Sports Club in a ceremony attended by club officials, players, and the media. Speaking on behalf of Sir Wicknell, Highlanders’ Jabulani Nkomo said the…
Read MoreZimbabwe Cricket (ZC) takes giant leap towards grassroots revival initiative
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) is on a mission to revive its grassroots program, with Schools and Age Group Manager Nicholas Singo and High performance head coach Steve Mangongo leading the charge. Singo, revealed that a comprehensive coach audit exercise is underway to assess the country’s cricket infrastructure. “We’ve been checking the suitability and availability of facilities,…
Read MoreHippo Hockey Club coach Edgar Buchibwa set sights on bronze medal
The Africa Cup for Club Champions (ACCC) will end tomorrow with Zimbabwean representatives Bulawayo Hockey Club (BHC) and Hippo Hockey Club set to battle for the bronze medal. The continental tournament kicked off in Harare last week. Hippo coach Edgar Muchibwa told Fanzone that the tournament has been a great achievement not only for Hippo…
Read MoreARCH-RIVALRY REIGNITES: India takes on Pakistan in U19 World Cup blockbuster
The stage is set for a thrilling encounter at the Under-19 World Cup as India and Pakistan face off at Queens Sports Club tomorrow. Kick off is 09:30am. Pakistan advanced to this stage after a comfortable win over New Zealand, while India remains unbeaten in the Super Six group stages. With a history of intense…
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