Celebrating Zimbabwe’s 45th Independence Day: A Tale of Triumphs and Trials

On April 18, 2025, Zimbabwe marked its 45th Independence Day, a momentous occasion filled with patriotism, reflection, and varied sentiments across the nation. 

Two years later, on the 47th Anniversary of independence in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) nation, the day is serving as a powerful reminder of the hopes and challenges that define Zimbabwe’s ongoing quest for true independence.

Whether in the heart of Harare or the fields of Gokwe-Nembudziya, this year’s celebrations captured the imaginations of keyREAD MORE

On the 11th of March 2025, at the funeral of Dr Gomolemo Mokae, Tim Modise, a veteran journalist, broadcaster, public speaker and philanthropist, asked a classical biblical question from the letter to Galatians 3:1-14 asking: “Re loilwe kemang?” (who has bewitched us)

The preacher of the day, Bishop Sidwell Mokgothu, of the Methodist Church of Southern Africa, wept like Jeremiah and asked a critical question about leaders who are now detached from their people and asked why can’t black leadersREAD MORE

Once the king of China’s silver screen, Hollywood now finds itself sidelined, as local blockbusters surge and Washington’s tariffs against the rest of the world add fuel to shifting audience sentiment.

According to data released this week, Chinese animated feature “Ne Zha 2” has scored a thunderous success, raking in 15.2 billion yuan (about 2.11 billion U.S. dollars) at China’s box office in just 12 weeks.

In stark contrast, the top-performing American film so far this year, “A Minecraft Movie”READ MORE

Jurgen Klopp’s agent has poured cold water over claims that the German could be returning to the dugout with Spanish giants Real Madrid.

Klopp, 57, has been the subject of intense speculation, with many reports linking him to Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team.

“I understand that there have been continued inquiries about Klopp from Europe’s top clubs and some federations,” stated Marc Kosicke to Sky Sports, in no uncertain terms.

“However, he has no intention of taking overREAD MORE

* China’s economy started 2025 on solid footing, bolstered by a structural shift toward domestic demand and innovation, positioning the country to better weather global uncertainties.

 * China has made thorough policy preparations to address external changes, as a series of targeted marco policies have already taken effects and more incremental policies will be introduced as needed to mitigate external shocks.

 * China has been steadily advancing structural upgrading and high-quality development, with its growth model shifting fundamentally from oneREAD MORE

The Soweto Derby has been sold out for the umpteenth time.

Kaizer Chiefs will host nemesis Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium on 3 May in a league fixture.

“The Soweto Derby scheduled for the 03rd of May 2025 at FNB Stadium is now SOLD OUT!!!!,” announced Kaizer Chiefs on Thursday evening.

FNB Stadium has a capacity of approximately 94,000, but usually sells around 87,000 tickets for safety reasons.

Stadium Management South Africa (SMSA), which manages FNB Stadium, will be underREAD MORE

Kaizer Chiefs boss Kaizer Motaung has paid a glowing tribute to one of the club’s best-ever players, Simon “Bull” Lehoko.

Lehoko passed away on Thursday at the age of 74 in Sharpeville, Vanderbijlpark, and Motaung was first in line to reminisce about Lehoko’s great days in Amakhosi colours from the late 1970s.

“I knew him for many years, having played against him when he was a youngster before we signed him for Amakhosi in 1978, and then sharing numerous memorableREAD MORE

Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Thursday he looks forward to cementing friendship and promoting cooperation with Cambodia. He made the remarks in a written statement upon his arrival in Phnom Penh for a state visit to Cambodia.

Xi was warmly welcomed by Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni, Cambodian People’s Party President and Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen and other senior officials at the airport during a grand welcome ceremony held by the king. Hundreds of local people waved theREAD MORE

Orlando Pirates are R1.3 million poorer after breaking rules of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

The Buccaneers have copped a fine of R1.3 million from Africa’s football authority, owing to how things unfolded from their CAF Champions League clash against Algerian side MC Alger on 9 April at Orlando Stadium.

“The CAF Disciplinary Board charged Orlando Pirates with misconduct and failure to organize adequate security in the CAF Champions League fixture against MC Alger (9 April, 2025),” reads aREAD MORE

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has come down hard on Mamelodi Sundowns following crowd trouble from their match against Espérance earlier this month.

Espérance supporters, in the region of 600, clashed with the home supporters of Sundowns at Loftus Stadium when the Tshwane team won 1-0 in a CAF Champions League Quarterfinal first leg match.

The Espérance supporters were allegedly the aggressors, but CAF has also punished Sundowns for inadequate security.

“The CAF Disciplinary Board charged Mamelodi Sundowns withREAD MORE