Knox Chitiyo obituary Other lives: Expert on Zimbabwean political and economic affairs who became head of the Royal United Services Institute’s Africa programme The Guardian - UK · Oct 4
Zimbabwean tycoon killed in helicopter crash had cultivated presidents as friends Forensic experts are working to identify bodies from a helicopter crash that killed Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, his wife, and others The Independent UK · Oct 1
India vs Pakistan World Cup 2027 Match Date: Check IND vs PAK venue, timing, tickets and live streaming India vs Pakistan World Cup 2027 Schedule: India and Pakistan will meet in the ODI World Cup Group Stage on October 10, 2027, with the high-profile clash scheduled in Johannesburg, South Africa. The two teams are in Group A alongside Australia, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A. Check the match venue,… The Economic Times · Oct 1
ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Full Schedule: Check groups, key fixtures, Super 7 format and knockouts ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Full Schedule: The tournament will begin on October 2, 2027, with the qualifying Super Series in Windhoek before the main group stage starts on October 7. India and Pakistan are among the teams in Group A, with their match scheduled for October 10. The tournament… The Economic Times · Oct 1
Paul McCartney joins call to end trophy hunting of iconic wildlife Paul McCartney is among hundreds of public figures backing a new international campaign calling on the United Nations to abolish trophy hunting. Launched on July 1, 2026, the initiative brings together celebrities, conservationists, former heads of state, Indigenous leaders and religious figures around a declaration calling for an end to… The Times of India · Sep 27
Virat Kohli says 2027 World Cup will be his last for India, but how many ODIs does he have left? Virat Kohli has said the 2027 ODI World Cup will be his last for India as he prepares for a fresh season of white ball cricket. With that announcement now out, focus shifts to exactly how many ODIs he has left before that final tournament. This piece lays out the… The Economic Times · Sep 26
Rohit Sharma has ‘unfinished business’ in ODIs as he eyes another shot at World Cup glory in 2027 Rohit Sharma's enthusiasm for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup shines through as he reveals his intention to play despite retiring from Test and T20I formats. He is dedicated to his ODI endeavors as the tournament approaches, co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. India's preparations include a challenging… The Economic Times · Sep 26
A data-sharing clause derailed US-Zimbabwe health talks. Now all funding ends this month The United States will end funding for Zimbabwe’s health programs at the end of September The Independent UK · Sep 25
Varun Beverages arm signs exclusive distribution pact with Mondelez Varun Beverages Limited Zimbabwe has entered into a distribution agreement with Mondelez South Africa. This exclusive agreement will focus on chocolate, biscuits, candies, and gum products. The partnership is set to take effect from October 1, 2026. Varun Beverages plans to utilize its existing distribution network for this venture. The… The Economic Times · Sep 24
Marsh set for first captaincy crack in ODI 'job share' Fresh from leading Australia to an ODI sweep in Zimbabwe, Mitch Marsh will also lead the side in the first match of the series against South Africa in Durban. AAP · Sep 23
Australia eye South Africa after Zimbabwe clean sweep Australia have edged Zimbabwe to claim a 3-0 series clean sweep, with century-maker Josh Inglis keen to use the tour of South Africa as a World Cup trial run. AAP · Sep 21
Teenage girls may know how to prevent pregnancy – that doesn’t mean they have the power to do it Teenage pregnancy is often explained in simple terms. Girls are said to lack knowledge about contraception, take sexual risks or make poor choices. The Conversation · Sep 20
Super Cooper happy to be back to spinning ways Allrounder Cooper Connolly is delighted to be back spinning again for Australia in Zimbabwe as he targets a place in the team to defend the World Cup in 2027. AAP · Sep 17
3 African wild dogs travelled over 4,000km to find mates – why that’s good news for the endangered species In 2021, a three-year-old female African wild dog spent a year travelling more than 2,300 kilometres across southern Africa. She climbed in and out of the Rift Valley in Zambia, swimming rivers, crossing major highways, and slipping past towns before crossing the Zambian border into Mozambique, then on to the… The Conversation · Sep 16
The Conversation · Sep 15 Have South Africans always been hostile to migrants? Historians map a chequered history Anti-immigrant violence began to sweep across South Africa once again in March 2026. Over the following months an estimated 56,000 Malawians and 115,000 Zimbabweans were forced to flee their homes. At least 11 foreign nationals were killed.
The Independent UK · Sep 15 Zimbabwe cricketer breaks Sachin Tendulkar world record in Australia clash Zimbabwe cricketer Brendan Taylor became the longest-serving one-day international cricketer ever when he took to the field for his side for their match against Australia on Tuesday. Taylor’s one-day international career now stretches back 22 years and four months, taking him past the previous world record held by Indian great…
AAP · Sep 14 Marsh reaches 100 as focus turns to World Cup defence Australia's build-up to their ODI World Cup defence starts in Zimbabwe with stand-in skipper Mitch Marsh hoping the young guns emulate his breakthrough there.
The Independent UK · Sep 6 Africa’s mother tongues are finding new life as youth connect with roots and relatives Growing interest in African languages is creating new business opportunities as people in the diaspora seek to connect with their relatives and roots
The Guardian - UK · Sep 2 Chasing Freedom: a poignant reflection on empire, education and parental expectations Simukai Chigudu’s filmic memoir details the confines and conflicts of growing up in Zimbabwe during political turmoil
The Guardian - AU · Sep 1 Pressure mounts on struggling Marnus Labuschagne after Australia ODI axe falls The once-glittering international career of Marnus Labuschagne is on the ropes, after he was dropped from Australia’s white-ball touring party to Zimbabwe and South Africa
Radio France Internationale · Aug 30 Women in Zimbabwe push for recognition of 'invisible' domestic labour In Zimbabwe, women and girls overwhelmingly bear the burden of domestic labour – costing them opportunities outside the home. New policies are being considered to recognise the value of this unpaid work.
Radio France Internationale · Aug 23 Southern African mothers plead for sons lured to Russia's war in Ukraine Instead of celebrating her son's birthday this month, Zimbabwean mother Rodwin Chitewere spent the day praying for his body to be brought home from Russia, where he was reportedly killed fighting Moscow's war against Ukraine.
The Independent UK · Aug 16 12 more bodies are recovered in Zimbabwe's ferry disaster, bringing death toll to 84 Authorities in Zimbabwe continue searching for bodies after an overloaded ferry capsized on Lake Kariba last week, killing more than 80 people
France 24 · Aug 16 Death toll from Zimbabwe capsized ferry accident rises to 84 Rescue workers recovered more bodies on Sunday following a ferry capsizing accident that occured earlier this week on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, bringing the death toll to at least 84. The search continues, as authorities fear the number of casualties could rise even further.
The Economic Times · Aug 16 Death toll in Zimbabwe ferry capsizing rises to 80: Police In a tragic incident, eighty bodies have been retrieved from Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe following the capsizing of an overloaded passenger ferry. The vessel, which was licensed for ninety passengers, was found carrying over a hundred individuals during turbulent waters on Tuesday. Search efforts led to twenty-five additional recoveries on…