IOC boss Kirsty Coventry’s stance: Transgender athletes face bans across sports

By Tendai Chisiri IOC president Kirsty Coventry During her campaing, International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Kirsty Coventry was vocal in her support for a blanket ban on trans women competing in female categories at the Olympics. At present, it is down to individual sporting bodies to decide if trans athletes are eligible to take part … Continue reading IOC boss Kirsty Coventry’s stance: Transgender athletes face bans across sports

ZHRC bemoans  low salaries in public-sector commemorating International Workers’  Day

By Tendai Chisiri The Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) joined Zimbabweans and the rest of the world in commemorating International Workers’ Day. International Workers’ Day or May Day celebrated on the 1st of May every year to acknowledge the very important role of workers in providing vital services as well as to promote their rights … Continue reading ZHRC bemoans  low salaries in public-sector commemorating International Workers’  Day

IOC appoints Humphrey as Chair of Coordination Commission after President-elect Kirsty Coventry steps down

By Tendai Chisiri International Olympic Committee (IOC) Member Humphrey Kayange (apo-opa.co/4jRmpwp) has been named as the new Chair of the IOC Coordination Commission (apo-opa.co/3GweJAK) for the 4th Summer Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Dakar 2026 (apo-opa.co/3EMbg0o). Kayange was appointed by IOC President Thomas Bach following a request from President-elect Kirsty Coventry, who stepped down from her … Continue reading IOC appoints Humphrey as Chair of Coordination Commission after President-elect Kirsty Coventry steps down

Masekesa helps keep Bangladesh in check after Shadman ton

Masekesa helps keep Bangladesh in check after Shadman ton Zimbabwe – 227 all out in 90.1 overs (Sean Williams 67, Nick Welch 54, Brian Bennett 21; Taijul Islam 6/60, Nayeem Hasan 2/42, Tanzim Hasan Sakib 1/49) Bangladesh –291-7 in 87 overs (Shadman Islam 120, Mushfiqur Rahim 40, Anamul Haque 39; Vincent Masekesa 3/44, Blessing Muzarabani … Continue reading Masekesa helps keep Bangladesh in check after Shadman ton

Israeli authorities block  aid as a tool of war in Gaza

The international community is once again witness to the flagrant violation of human rights and international law by the Israeli apartheid government, as it continues to deny essential aid to the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, subjecting them to deliberate starvation, bombing, and forced displacement. Gaza has been under complete siege for the past … Continue reading Israeli authorities block  aid as a tool of war in Gaza

Zimbabwe favourable  in second test against Bangladesh

Welch, Williams set up promising start before Bangladesh hit back Zimbabwe – 227-9 in 90 overs (Sean Williams 67, Nick Welch 54, Brian Bennett 21; Taijul Islam 5/60, Nayeem Hasan 2/42, Tanzim Hasan Sakib 1/49)  Bangladesh – Day 1 – Stumps Fine half-centuries from Nick Welch and Sean Williams put Zimbabwe in a strong position at … Continue reading Zimbabwe favourable  in second test against Bangladesh

Building Healthcare Capacity: Merck Foundation Commemorates World Health Day with Scholarship Programs

By Tendai Chisiri Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej  CEO of Merck Foundation The philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks “World Health Day” 2025 in partnership with Africa’s First Ladies who are also the Ambassadors of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Campaign, with a strong reaffirmation of its commitment to improving and revolutionizing healthcare access … Continue reading Building Healthcare Capacity: Merck Foundation Commemorates World Health Day with Scholarship Programs

Israel’s Gaza aid blockade contested in World Court hearings

Reuters Summary.Israel has cut off all supplies to Gaza since early March.Israel says it won't allow supplies in until hostages released.Resolution calling for court's opinion adopted in December.ICJ's opinion likely to take monthsAMSTERDAM, April 28 (Reuters) - Israel will face accusations of breaking international law by refusing to let aid into the Gaza Strip when … Continue reading Israel’s Gaza aid blockade contested in World Court hearings

National Heroes’ Burial Schedule: Body Movements and Ceremony Details

By Tendai Chisiri Heroes' Acre The nation is mourning the loss of two distinguished patriots, Cde Victor Tapiwa Chashe Rungani and Cde Walter Basopo, who have been conferred with national hero status by His Excellency, President, Dr ED Mnangagwa. Ahead of their double burial at the National Heroes Acre on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, the … Continue reading National Heroes’ Burial Schedule: Body Movements and Ceremony Details

MISA Zim 2024 Annual Report Records Decrease In Media Violations

By Tendai Chisiri According to the MISA Zimbabwe chairperson's report Passmore Kusipa said there is  decrease in media freedom violations in 2023, leading to an improved media operating environment during Zimbabwe’s 2023 election season. "In October 2024, MISA Zimbabwe held its elective annual general meeting, which, in accordance with its constitution and corporate governance ethos, … Continue reading MISA Zim 2024 Annual Report Records Decrease In Media Violations