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
Bangladesh nudge ahead despite Muzarabani menace on rain-hit day
Bangladesh nudge ahead despit Bangladesh – 191 and 194-4 in 57 overs (Najmul Hossain Shanto 60*, Mominul Haque 47, Mahmudul Hasan Joy 33; Blessing Muzarabani 3/51, Victor Nyauchi 1/28)Zimbabwe – 273 all out in 80.2 overs (Sean Williams 59, Brian Bennett 57, Nyasha Mayavo 35; Mehidy Hasan Miraz 5/52, Nahid Rana 3/74, Khaled Ahmed 1/30) … Continue reading Bangladesh nudge ahead despite Muzarabani menace on rain-hit day
Journalist Mhlanga further remanded in custody
By Tendai Chisiri Journalist Mh Alpha Media Holdings (AMH) journalist Blessed Mhlanga appeared in court on 22 April 2025 before Magistrate Ruth Moyo for routine remand and was further remanded in custody to 30 April 2025. The state informed the court that it still needed to record one witness statement from the investigating officer, Inspector … Continue reading Journalist Mhlanga further remanded in custody
