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Kelsea Says Sorry to First Lady as Lawyers Move to End Dispute
HARARE — Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika, the second wife of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s son Collins, has apologised to First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, saying she never intended to disrespect her or any member of the First Family In a letter dated August 26, 2026,
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Johane Masowe Causes Controversy Even in Death, Sons Want to Exhume and Rebury Him
The State feared him alive, the church fights over his body By Fanuel Viriri Larger than life founder of the white-garment clad Inzwi RaMwari church – Johane Masowe (Shoniwa Masedza Tandi) – continues to cause controversy even in death. More than
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Zambia Suffer 3-0 Defeat to Hosts Kenya
Zambia’s women’s national volleyball team has suffered a 3-0 defeat to hosts Kenya in their...
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Tanzania’s Vice president resigns
Zambia and the DRC have signed a bilateral trade facilitation agreement to streamline customs procedures at Kasumbalesa and Mokambo border posts. The deal aims to reduce truck queue times that currently average 72 hours.
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Gen. Muhoozi has openly declared his intention to contest for Uganda’s presidency in 2031
Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has openly declared his intention to contest for Uganda’s presidency in the 2031 elections, expressing confidence that he will win “by the grace of God.” In a statement that is already fueling fresh debate about Uganda’s political future, the Chief of Defence…
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EU Wants Nigeria to Reintegrate Boko Haram Fighters
The European Union has advised Nigeria to reintegrate former Boko Haram, ISWAP and JNIM fighters back into society. The bloc has committed 731 million euros to the project. The programme will deradicalise these fighters and reintegrate them into communities or the military. Nigerians are furious…
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Former Liberian Vp, Ex-Wife of Charles Taylor, Jailed Ahead of Drug Trafficking Trial
Liberian Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor has been transferred to Monrovia Central Prison as she awaits further court proceedings over allegations linking her to an international drug trafficking network. Howard-Taylor, who served as Liberia’s Vice President from 2018 to 2024 under former
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Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has issued a stern public warning to President Yoweri Museveni’s son-in-law
To have him arrested if he contacts any security officer without Muhoozi’s prior approval. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Chief of Defence Forces made the warning in a direct message aimed at Rwabwogo, who is also the
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Dolly Parton dies at 80 after cancer battle
Parton leaves behind a career spanning more than six decades and a catalogue of enduring hits including Jolene, 9 to 5, I Will Always Love You and Coat of Many Colors.
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Our qualifications must be recognised within SADC – ZAQA
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China Warns US against Interfering in Iran Cooperation
China has issued a strong warning to the United States, urging Washington not to interfere in Beijing’s cooperation with Iran. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China’s cooperation with Tehran is conducted strictly “within the framework of international law.” He warned that any attempt…
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Mwali crowned 2026 CPLP and SADC friends chess champion
International Master Chitumbo Mwali, Zambia’s most highly rated chess player, has been crowned champion of the 2026 Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) Friends Chess Tournament. Mwali won the prestigious title while representing Zambia at the tournament held in…
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“I can NEVER be a priest. I love the other things of women too much” General Muhoozi says after Patience Museveni is consecrated as bishop
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has explained why he believes he can never become a priest. Muhoozi made the light-hearted remark on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, while congratulating his younger sister, Patience Kokundeka Museveni Rwabwogo, following her consecration as a bishop…
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Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi Blasts Nigerian and Ghanaian Critics, Says Countries Like Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Zambia and Malawi Understand South Africa’s Challenges Better
Analyst and former EFF spokesperson Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has sparked debate after criticizing what he described as attempts by some activists from Nigeria and Ghana to portray South Africa negatively over issues related
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Museveni ‘forgives’ former speaker Anita Annet Among, orders release from house arrest
Museveni ‘forgives’ former speaker Among, orders release from house arrest President Yoweri Museveni has reportedly directed the release of former speaker of parliament Anita Annet Among from house arrest and decided against prosecuting her over allegations of massive corruption and illicit wealth generation. President Museveni’s…
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UGANDA: General. Muhoozi Orders Protest at Turkish Embassy, Demands Extradition of Critic Lumbuye
UGANDA: Muhoozi Orders Protest at Turkish Embassy, Demands Extradition of Critic Lumbuye Uganda’s military chief General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has ordered a major protest to be held at the Turkish Embassy in Kampala on September 1. The demonstration is meant to demand that Turkey extradite Ugandan…
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President Kagame Defends Alcohol Ban as Rwanda Suspends 52 Imported Brands
RWANDA: President Kagame Defends Alcohol Ban as Rwanda Suspends 52 Imported Brands Rwandan President Paul Kagame has defended new restrictions on alcohol, saying the country cannot “sit and watch” as harmful drinks “kill” people. Rwanda recently suspended 52 imported alcoholic products, including brands from Kenya…
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U.S. Military Aircraft Lands in Moscow; Kremlin Claims No Knowledge
U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft landed at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport on Tuesday morning, according to flight-tracking data, but Russian officials say they have no information about the arrival. Key Facts: · Aircraft & Flight: The C-17, operating under callsign
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Hugo Broos Blasts Pitso Mosimane Appointment Talk and Raises Concerns over Corruption in South African Football
Former Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has strongly criticized suggestions that Pitso Mosimane should return as South Africa’s national team coach, arguing that such a move would take South African football backwards rather than forwards. Broos reportedly stated that
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Japanese delegation has arrived in China seeking to repair strained relations between the two Asian giants.
JAPAN IS FLYING TO BEIJING AND AMERICA SHOULD PAY CLOSE ATTENTION A Japanese delegation has arrived in China seeking to repair strained relations between the two Asian giants. The timing is not coincidental. South Korea recently opened diplomatic channels with North Korea. Japan is now…
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Tanzania Vice-President, Nchimbi, resigns from office
Tanzania’s Vice-President, Emmanuel John Nchimbi, has announced his resignation from office and retirement from public service and active politics, effective September 4, 2026. In a public notice dated August 25, 2026, issued from the Office of the Vice-President in Dodoma and reported by the Star…
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Tanzania Vice-President Nchimbi resigns, retires from politics
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Chivayo’s huge reward for police after robbers jailed
Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has proposed a multimillion-dollar package of vehicles, tactical equipment and smartphones to reward police officers who investigated the armed robbery at his in-laws’ farm. Chivayo says he has formally written to the authorities seeking approval to donate 10 bulletproof, brand-new 2026 Toyota
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‘They Were Gifts’: Kelsea Tafirenyika’s $9m Wealth Defence
Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika has stunned a Harare court with a sensational explanation for her multimillion-dollar lifestyle — claiming the luxury properties, supercars and other assets worth more than US$9 million were gifts from her husband, Collins Mnangagwa, the President’s son. The extraordinary claim emerged during
