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Gold fraud: the Goldenberg scam that cost Kenya billions of dollars in the 1990s – and no one was jailed

The Goldenberg scandal in the early 1990s is Kenya’s largest documented gold fraud. The scheme involved Goldenberg International Limited, which pretended to export gold and diamonds, and in exchange received substantial subsidies from the government for “earning” foreign exchange. Kenyan businessman Kamlesh Pattni – who was at the centre of…

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'If we don't qualify, we go a step lower': West Indies' Carl Hooper ahead of ODI World Cup qualifiers

NEW DELHI: Assistant coach Carl Hooper on Saturday warned that the West Indies can sink 'even lower' than where they are currently if they fail to qualify for the 2023 ODI World Cup in India.

The Times of India

Dumfries cricketer to represent Scotland in World Cup Qualifier Tournament

Chris McBride, who made his debut last year, said the competition in Zimbabwe is going to be "pretty full on"

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West Indies, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka head into World Cup 2023 Qualifier unbeaten

West Indies, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka will enter the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier high on confidence, having won both their warm-up matches ahead of the tournament

The Hindu

West Indies, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka head into World Cup Qualifier unbeaten

DUBAI: West Indies, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka will enter the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier high on confidence, having won both their warm-up matches ahead of the tournament.

The Times of India

Zimbabwe reports record tobacco sales, mostly to China, yet many farmers deep in debt

Zimbabwe has reported record tobacco sales as the southern African nation reestablishes itself as one of the leading growers in the world

The Independent UK

Zimbabwe lawmakers back jump in candidate fees before August vote

Presidential candidates will have to pay $20,000 and parliamentary hopefuls $1,000 to appear on the ballot.

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Rape-accused Sandeep Lamichhane spearheads Nepal's quest for World Cup berth

NEW DELHI: Out on bail for an alleged rape, Nepal's Sandeep Lamichhane is expected to play a significant role in team's quest to secure a first-ever spot in the ODI World Cup.

The Times of India

Meet UFC star who had $7 in bank account before career-changing win

Themba Gorimbo overcame a life of hardships to sign for the UFC and the Zimbabwean fighter took a gamble on himself by having just $7 to his name before his last fight

Daily Mirror

Animal Farm has been translated into Shona – why a group of Zimbabwean writers undertook the task

Since independence in 1980, Zimbabwe has in some ways become like Animal Farm. Like the pigs in the classic 1945 novel by English writer George Orwell, the country’s post-liberation leaders have hijacked a revolution that was once rooted in righteous outrage. In Zimbabwe, the revolution was against colonialism and its…

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In Zimbabwe, announcement of election date triggers both hope and despair

Zimbabwe’s president recently announced that national elections will take place on Aug. 23

The Independent UK

Who is Chelsy Davy? Former girlfriend of Prince Harry discussed in phone hacking trial

The Zimbabwean businesswoman dated the Duke of Sussex for seven years

The Independent UK

Zimbabwe outlaws criticism of state ahead of polls

Zimbabwe’s parliament has passed a law that prohibits citizens from criticising the government, two months before it holds presidential elections.

Bangkok Post

Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko sentenced to prison for 'corrupting youth'

Violence erupts in Senegal as Ousmane Sonko is sentenced to two years in prison for “corrupting youth”. His fate as a presidential candidate in 2024 remains uncertain. And a controversial bill gets the green light in Zimbabwe. Parliament approves a plan to outlaw criticism of the government ahead of the…

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Zimbabwe's 'Patriotic Bill' outlaws criticism of government before election

Zimbabwe's parliament has outlawed criticism of the government ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections in August, with violations of a new law punishable by up to 20 years in jail.

The Independent UK

Zimbabwe's Mnangagwa sets election date as Aug. 23

Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa has announced that national elections will take place on Aug. 23

Reuters

Zimbabwe to hold general election on Aug. 23

Zimbabwe will hold its presidential and parliamentary elections on Aug. 23, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said on Wednesday, as the southern African country continues to battle a raging economic crisis.

Reuters

In Zimbabwe, female rugby team seeks to keep girls off the streets

Bridget Magasu is the first to arrive for the training session, clutching a rugby ball while she waits for other members of her all-female rugby team to arrive.

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Education in Zimbabwe should strive for inclusion -- how the philosophy of ubuntu can help

The notion of inclusive education began to emerge during the 1950s and 1960s. At first it focused on integrating students with disabilities into mainstream classrooms, but it evolved over time. Now it’s about including students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, such as those with emotional or cognitive challenges whose disabilities…

The Independent UK

Cholera kills 17 in South Africa and a further 9 in neighboring Zimbabwe

At least 17 people have died in a cholera outbreak in the Hammanskraal township outside South Africa's capital of Pretoria

The Independent UK

On this day in 2003 – James Anderson takes five on England Test debut at Lord’s

The then 20-year-old helped England claim an innings win over Zimbabwe.

The National (Scotland)

Doug Watson wants super start for Scots against Irish in World Cup qualifier

Doug Watson claims Scotland’s World Cup qualifying opener against old foes Ireland could be crucial in their quest to reach the global showpiece…

Al Jazeera

FIFA’s ban on Zimbabwe sparks domestic football revival

While the international ban has boosted domestic football, some still fear for the Zimbabwean game’s longer-term future.

The Times of India

Ten teams set to compete in 2023 ODI World Cup Qualifier in Zimbabwe

NEW DELHI: In an official announcement made by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday, it was revealed that the 2023 ODI World Cup Qualifier will be held in Zimbabwe from June 18 to July 9. This highly anticipated tournament will feature ten teams vying for two coveted spots in…

The Independent UK

Street traders offer a better bargain than stores as Zimbabwe's currency crumbles

Shoppers in Zimbabwe are increasingly turning to street traders to buy what they need as the local currency plunges in value against the U.S. dollar

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