Sports
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Postal services contribute to global social and economic development
On World Post Day, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and Courier services said the Postal sector contributes to global social and economic development. Addressing multitudes of people celebrating the day at Gokwe Town Centre, Minister Muswere said the business operating environment has been disrupted by a variety of societal…
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Zimbabwe set for bio-secure bubble ahead of Pakistan tour
Zimbabwe cricket stars will begin life in a bio-secure bubble in Harare on Monday ahead of the tour to Pakistan for a limited-overs series. They will first undergo tests for COVID-19 this weekend and only those who return negative results will check into a secluded wing at a local hotel before leaving the country on…
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Musakanda stars with NPL’s first century
MidWest – 306-8 in 45 overs (Tarisai Musakanda 142, Takudzwa Kaitano 63, Nyasha Mayavo 42; Masimba Maruvatsanga 4/59, Owen Muzondo 1/47) Gladiators – 158 all out in 33.1 overs (Wesley Madhevere 59, Tony Munyonga 27, Ashley Mufandauya 26; Trevor Chibvongodze 3/21, Manson Chikowero 2/13, Jabulisa Tshuma 2/23) MidWest won by 148 runs A magnificent innings…
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Rainbow, Amakhosi, Kings, Takashinga all win as NPL roars into life
As the National Premier League (NPL) got underway on Sunday, a sound innings of 32 by Brian Mudzinganyama, the highest of the match, played an important part in steering Rainbow Sharks to victory over Gladiators at Harare Sports Club. Rainbow had looked the likely winners all through, although the eventual margin of four wickets suggests…
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ZC to strictly observe COVID-19 protocols during NPL matches
After getting authorisation to resume playing cricket matches, Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has undertaken to strictly comply with all regulations and policies relating to the prevention and containment of COVID-19. This means, as the National Premier League (NPL) gets underway this Sunday, only a maximum of 50 spectators will be allowed to watch the action live…
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Chivero Challenge: promoting environmental conservation and tourism through sport
Concerned about the destruction of the environment and a dip in tourism around Lake Chivero, Gary Stafford, the Managing Director of Kuimbashiri Bird Sanctuary has come up with the Chivero Challenge to give a lifeline to the tourism giant in Zimbabwe. Introducing the concept during a press conference at Kuimba Shiri today, Stafford reminisced on…
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Zimbabwe Cricket unveils new national club competition
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has unveiled a new national club cricket competition, the National Premier League (NPL), which is set to get underway at grounds across the country this weekend. The highly anticipated 45-over tournament will see Zimbabwe’s top nine cricket clubs tussling it out in a scintillating 36-match tournament. The teams participating in the inaugural…
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Zimbabwe players enjoy their first match in six months
After enduring more than half-a-year – 28 weeks or 196 days to be exact – without playing any cricket since sporting activities in the country were banned as part of measures aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19, Zimbabwe cricketers finally played their first game this Saturday. It did not matter that it was only…
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Rugby Africa Concludes Biggest Solidarity Campaign in its History
COVID-19 relief campaign supported 31 member unions through a dedicated solidarity fund In June Rugby Africa (http://www.RugbyAfrique.com) announced the immediate release of EUR 170,000.00 from a solidarity fund for its member unions. The Rugby Africa Executive Committee had initiated the relief campaign given the current health crisis and the immediate impact it had on the…
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ZC gets the green light to tour Pakistan
The Government of Zimbabwe has granted Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) the permission to tour Pakistan for a limited-overs series scheduled for October-November. ZC received the good news this week through the Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC). “The Sports and Recreation Commission hereby gives you notice, following your application, that the Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and…
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Zimbabwe call up 25-man squad as preps for Pakistan intensify
Preparations for Zimbabwe’s proposed limited-overs tour to Pakistan are set to intensify this week with a provisional squad of 25 called up for a training camp in Harare starting on Tuesday. The October-November tour will see the two sides facing off in three one-day international (ODI) matches and as many Twenty-20 international (T20I) games. Apart…
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Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo wins 2019-20 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player Award
Antetokounmpo is Third Player to win MVP and Defensive Player of the Year in Same Season Greek Forward Becomes Third Player to Win Multiple MVP Awards by Age 25; Antetokounmpo is Third Player to Win MVP and Defensive Player of the Year in Same Season Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has been named the 2019-20 Kia…
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DStv Weekly Highlights 18-24 September 2020
All times CAT LOCAL (SOUTHERN) Lusaka Maids Genre: Drama Friday 18 September at 20:00 on One Zed The lives of two friends Mimi and Zoe change when they meet a street wise, fast-talking trader, Chilufya who is constantly on the run from the law. Monate Mpolaye Genre: Drama Saturday 19 September at 20:30 on Mzansi…
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COVID 19: Sports keep teens busy during the lockdown
By Joyce Mukucha and Anyway Yotamu With five months of schools being closed and children cooped up at home with nothing to do, looking after teenagers has become an extra challenge for many parents in Zimbabwe. Schools in Zimbabwe were closed in March when the country recorded its first COVID-19 case. The Government initially said…
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Rugby Africa Academy secures continuous knowledge and expertise sharing
The virtual education and training programs set up during the COVID-19 pandemic are now captured under the umbrella of the Rugby Africa Academy Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com) launched a series of virtual learning opportunities as part of a reset and readiness strategy for when rugby activities are safe and ready to resume. The webinar series started…
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MultiChoice celebrates Tanya Muzinda
Going against what many people regard as conventional wisdom, Tanya Muzinda of Harare has spent 10 years enjoying and making a name for herself in a motor sport once considered a male domain. Aged only five, she took up motocross and has created a unique niche for herself in this popular two-wheel sport, sparking even…
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UEFA Champions League preview 12-13 August 2020
SuperSport viewers on DStv can enjoy the continued return of the UEFA Champions League, as the first two quarterfinal ties are played on Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 August 2020. SuperSport is your #HomeOfFootball and the only place to get your fill of world-class soccer action from the UEFA Champions League. The first quarterfinal takes place at Estadio da Luz in…
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Zimbabwe-Afghanistan T20I series called off
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has called off the five-match Twenty20 international series against Afghanistan scheduled to be played in Harare in August due to the additional measures put in place by the Government to curb the spread of COVID-19. ZC had applied for a waiver to proceed with the series in a strictly controlled environment, but…
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ZiCHIRe BC engages adolescent boys on SRHR through Brotha2Brotha initiative
The Zimbabwe Community Health Intervention Research (ZiCHIRe) trained Harare mentors for the Brotha2Brotha (B2B) programme. This is a sport-oriented initiative that seeks to mentor boys into responsible young men. There is a gap in terms of addressing boys and young men’s needs. Adolescent girls and young women and key populations needs were given priority by…
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Theatre in the Park gives space for free thought
In their first installment of a well-structured artistic act called Poetic Dances – Aspirations in Proverbs, Theatre in the Park and Rooftop Promotions are giving a deserved platform for inter-generational dialogue to the ordinary people. A piece of artwork aptly dubbed Gorerino Hakurarwi Tisina Kuzvigadzira will be performed at Theatre in the Park on Friday…
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SuperSport launches new channel line-up to give your favourite sport a dedicated home of its own
SuperSport is to introduce thematic channels in September, making sport viewing an easier experience for DStv viewers. MultiChoice Zimbabwe publicity and public relations manager Liz Dziva said SuperSport would drop the numbering system it has always used for its channels, replacing them with a themed set focused around individual sports. “The change will happen on…
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Zimbabwe Golf Association opens new office
The Zimbabwe Golf Association (ZGA) opened its new office on 1 July 2020 at the Country Club, Newlands in Harare as part of enhancing its service delivery, improve the ambiance, and corporate appeal to its stakeholders and partners, Mufaro Chivonivoni the ZGA President said. “The move was necessitated by the need to ensure that we…
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Australia-Zimbabwe ODI series postponed due to pandemic
Cricket Australia (CA) and Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) have agreed to postpone the ODI series scheduled to be played in Australia in August. The boards of both cricket bodies have come to the mutual conclusion due to a combination of factors, including: the short length of the series, the significant bio-security measures that would need to…
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SuperSport live broadcast highlights 24-28 June
SuperSport viewers on DStv can enjoy the continued return of live sport across the globe, with the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, FA Cup, EFL Championship, PGA Tour, WWE, Super Rugby, UFC, Australian Supercars Championship and NASCAR all featuring on 24-28 June 2020. SuperSport is your home of sport and the best place to see all the action…
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Mukuhlani reflects on difficult year as ZC holds first virtual AGM
Despite enduring arguably the worst year in its history, Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has ironically emerged in a much stronger position and ready to take the game to the next level. This was said by ZC board chairman Tavengwa Mukuhlani during the ZC annual general meeting (AGM) this Tuesday, held on an online platform in a…
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The dilemma of COVID-19 and Sports
By Lewis Maunze This cartoon is the perfect caricature of what sports enthusiasts (specifically soccer fans) are going through during the continued lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic. It is supposed to share a lighter moment in contrast to what the world is experiencing in reality. The picture depicts the current situation in world sport.…
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Rajput staying put as Zimbabwe head coach
Lalchand Rajput has announced he is staying put as head coach of the Zimbabwe senior men’s national cricket team. Media reports had sparked speculation regarding a move elsewhere for the 58-year-old mentor. However, Rajput says he is fully committed to honouring his three-year contract with Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) which runs up to the end of…
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Players, coaches all test negative for COVID-19 as training begins
Results from last week’s coronavirus tests on Zimbabwe players and coaching staff have all returned as negative, giving the entire squad called up for training the green light to get down to business. With Zimbabwe planning to host Afghanistan in July-August – subject to government approval – a training squad of 37 that was called…
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7 Tips To Avoid Gaining Fat When Building Muscle
Everybody wishes to gain muscles and attain a healthy physique. Often, bulk eating might lead to fat gain instead of muscle build-up. Hence, the entire muscle gain procedure requires the proper count of diet along with regular medium-intensity workouts. You must consume protein-rich foods and cut down the fats as much as possible. Along with…
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SuperSport brings the action back in style this week!
SuperSport viewers on DStv can look forward to the return of live sport on a much bigger scale on the week of 12 to 18 June, including a relentless run of games from La Liga, the Charles Schwab Challenge and RBC Heritage tournament from golf’s PGA Tour, rugby from New Zealand’s Aotearoa competition, UFC Fight Night: Eye v Calvillo and WWE ‘Backlash’. SuperSport is your home of sport and the…
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Zimbabwe players undergo COVID-19 tests ahead of training
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has made arrangements for players and technical support staff members to undergo tests for COVID-19 ahead of the official start of training next Monday. At least 40 playing and non-playing personnel were expected to be tested across the country this week. The COVID-19 medical examinations are part of ZC’s efforts to guarantee…
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SuperSport 1 ‘ReLive’, Documentary and Film Broadcast Highlights 5-8 June 2020
Going to the extreme – Don’t miss SuperSport 1’s world-class action With the current shortage in live action, SuperSport has converted its channels to themed content focusing on the best historical moments – offering viewers the chance to ‘ReLive’ some of the greatest sporting action of all time – as well as fascinating documentaries and a film…
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Live Sport Makes a Comeback to DStv and this Month
The World’s top football leagues return live to SuperSport! As international sport starts making a comeback, live coverage is making a return to SuperSport, which has focused on historic and packaged programming since the start of the international Covid-19 crisis. Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said the return of live…
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Low-risk National Sports Associations to commence: SRC
By Anyway Yotamu The Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) has given the green light to twelve National Sports Associations (NSAs) deemed to be ‘low-risk disciplines’ to start activities this week subject to meeting a number of different listed requirements. In a statement to the associations, the SRC gave notice of the decision by the Minister…
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ZC Board approves women’s selection panel
The Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) Board has announced the establishment of a three-member national women’s selection panel. This is one of the resolutions passed during the Board’s first virtual meeting held this Sunday, 24 May 2020. Former Zimbabwe international cricket players Julia Chibhabha, Thando Mlilo and Emily Njinjika will make up the national women’s selection panel.…
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ZC donates COVID-19 essentials to children’s home
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has disinfected Chinyaradzo Children’s Home premises and donated hygiene essentials and some medication to support the orphanage’s COVID-19 fight. The essentials were presented to the Harare home by a ZC delegation led by acting managing director Givemore Makoni and including director of cricket Hamilton Masakadza as well as Zimbabwe limited-overs captain Chamu…
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ZC disinfects facilities to prevent COVID-19 spread
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has embarked on a massive disinfection and cleaning exercise in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 at its facilities and workplaces across the country. The decontamination exercise got underway this Friday at Zimbabwe’s major international cricket venues, Harare Sports Club in the capital and Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Kwekwe…
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Basketball: Who’s The GOAT?
By Nyasha Chiketsani G.O.A.T – An acronym for the “Greatest Of All-Time” In recent years the term “GOAT” has found itself at the heart of many of our daily discussions. Whether it’s sports, music, art, or any field for that matter, people have their own opinions as to who the “GOAT” is. As humans, it’s…
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National Sports Stadium Facelift: Minister Coventry happy with the progress
By Anyway Yotamu Youth, Sport, Arts, and Recreation Minister, Kirsty Coventry was pleased by the progress on uplifting the National Sports Stadium when she on Wednesday 6th of May 2020 toured the sporting facility accompanied by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr. Thokozile Chitepo, Sports and Recreation Commission Director-General Prince Mupazviriho, officials from the…
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ZC voids season due to coronavirus pandemic
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has annulled the 2019/20 domestic season due to the coronavirus pandemic. This means the first-class competition, the Logan Cup, and the List A contest, the Pro50 Championship, have been voided, with no winners being declared. The premier domestic competitions – which were underway before the government suspended all sporting activities as part…
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Give the 2011 Mavericks Their Credit
By Nyasha Chiketsani Picture this – you’re having a basketball discussion with a group of friends and someone brings up the 2011 NBA Finals. What’s the first thing you’re likely to think about, Dirk Nowitzki and the Dallas Mavericks’ incredible performance or LeBron James’ ‘complete meltdown’? Probably the latter. If so, I don’t blame you…
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WWE returns LIVE! Catch it on SuperSport
With WWE officially recognised by Florida governor Ron DeSantis as an essential business, the show goes on this week with three live performances coming to SuperSport. Three of the most popular staples – Raw, SmackDown and NXT – will take place behind closed doors at the WWE Performance Centre in Florida. Fans won’t be allowed in and employees…
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“Show Me The Money!” – Dangerously Close To The Truth kicks off on SuperSport 1
What better film to kick off SuperSport 1’s festival of the greatest sports movies of all time than the Academy Award-winning Jerry Maguire? Not only did it define an era and provide some of the most memorable quotes in movie history, but it also cut dangerously close to the truth according to former Green Bay Packers vice president…
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ZC mourns passing of Jackie du Preez
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) said it has learnt with great sadness of the passing of John Harcourt du Preez, affectionately known as Jackie, in Harare on Wednesday, 8 April 2020. He was 77. A former national team leg-spinner who also played two Tests for South Africa during Zimbabwe’s pre-independence years, du Preez succumbed to cancer. He…
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Premier League outcasts thriving in Serie A
SuperSport viewers on DStv have been witness to a great Serie A season thus far. One of the most interesting aspects of the campaign has been the way in which several players which were deemed to be surplus to requirements in the Premier League have revived their careers in Italy’s top flight through 2019-20. Romelu Lukaku – Internazionale After going…