2 February 2026 By Andile Vundla India have secured a place in the semi-finals of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 after a commanding 58-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan at Queens Sports Club on Sunday, finishing unbeaten at the top of Group Two. Batting first, India recovered from early setbacks to post 252 all […]

2 February 2026 SMF News More than 200 people are reported dead after a mine collapse in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting the deadly risks faced by civilians working in informal mining zones amid conflict. Rebel authorities in North Kivu say the mine in Rubaya collapsed on Wednesday following heavy rains. A spokesman for […]

2 February 2026 By Nokusa Masuku Zimbabwean football is taking a major step toward fixing long-standing gaps in youth development, with the launch of the BancABC Roots Impact Programme, a nationwide initiative aimed at creating a clear, fair pathway for young players. The programme, led by the Zimbabwe Football Association in partnership with BancABC, forms […]

2 February 2026 SMF News Zimbabwe is strengthening its push for international investment as President Emmerson Mnangagwa is in United Arab Emirates to attend the World Governments Summit in Dubai this week. The President will take part in the third session of the summit, which brings together global leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss future-focused […]

1 February 2026 Health authorities in Bulawayo are urging parents to be alert after more than 1,000 suspected cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease were recorded since November last year — raising concerns about the safety of young children in schools and homes. The City of Bulawayo says 1,058 suspected HFMD cases have been […]