Zimbabwe
Ministry hails Chahwanda Stadium as a first for Zimbabwe
KWEKWE: Zimbabwe’s Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Nicholas Moyo, has praised Chahwanda Stadium, describing it as a pioneering facility, a first of its kind for Zimbabwe. Also known as The Heart Main Arena, Chahwanda Stadium boasts several unique features that set it apart.These distinctive features include 24 en-suite rooms…
Read MoreTafirenyika speaks out on departure from Africa Minerals
Former Africa Minerals Ventures FC Assistant Coach Prince “Skeelo” Tafirenyika has spoken out about the challenges he and head coach Shadreck Mugurasave faced at the Rusape-based team.Tafirenyika, who recently joined Deportivo La Murambinda as assistant coach to Lovemore Dzoro, revealed that Mugurasave’s resignation was a result of CEO Nyasha Kadenge’s interference in coaching operations.As he…
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 MoreFractured but not broken: Tsimba’s fightback begins
Tinaye Tsimba might be down and out, but his spirit is far from defeated.The Bikita Minerals FC striker recalls the brutal tackle from Isheanesu Mauchi in that fateful matchday 31 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League clash against Simba Bhora FC which left him with a fractured right leg.It was in the dying minutes of the…
Read MoreAll set for crunch Central Region AGM
The ZIFA Central Region Soccer League is gearing up for its Annual General Meeting [AGM] scheduled for Sunday, 15 February, in Zvishavane. A key agenda item is the issue of affiliation fees, as the region has faced significant defaults from several errand clubs in recent times. To address this, the league governors are expected to…
Read MoreSeamers run riot as Zimbabwe cruise past Oman
Zimbabwe’s pace attack found their rhythm at the Sinhalese Sports Club, utilising a lively pitch to dismantle Oman and secure a comprehensive eight-wicket victory in their opening ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Group B encounter on Monday. The pace trio of Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, and Brad Evans dismantled the Oman batting lineup, with each…
Read MoreFC Hunters players fume over US$65 handout
FC Hunters president Andrew Gore’s attempt to address salary and bonus queries yesterday ended in disaster, with players receiving a paltry $65 each.The players were owed their salaries and winning bonuses that dated back to September 2025.Fanzone has in possession a circular sent to the players and technical staff late last night announcing the meeting…
Read MoreHardrock set to stick with Diro-Nyenye as captain for PSL debut
PSL newcomers Hardrock FC are set to stick with defender, Munyaradzi Diro-Nyenye as captain for their maiden PSL appearance. Diro-Nyenye led Hardrock to PSL promotion as captain and is one of the few players retained by the club. The former Harare City centre-back was retained along with former Yadah right-back Lenox Mucheto and unheralded left-back…
Read MoreChevrons bounce back in style with eight-wicket win over Oman
Fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani believes the Sinhalese Sports Club pitch in Colombo, Sri Lanka provided good conditions for Zimbabwe seamers to flourish. Oman were restricted to 103 all out in 19.5 overs, with Zimbabwe’s seam attack setting the tone early. Blessing Muzarabani led the charge, producing a superb spell of fast bowling that earned him…
Read MoreNakamba’s Sheffield Wednesday in big trouble
English Championship side Sheffield Wednesday, home to Warriors captain Marvelous Nakamba, are edging closer to relegation, in what has been an awful season for the club. Nakamba joined Wednesday on transfer deadline day after agreeing to mutually terminate his contract with Luton Town. The Hwange-bred midfielder made his debut for Wednesday yesterday, as Henrik Pedersen’s…
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