Africa
Scottland FC Fire Norman Mapeza After CAF Champions League Defeat
Scottland FC have sacked head coach Norman Mapeza following their defeat to Angolan side Petro de Luanda in the CAF Champions League.
China, African Union Renew Calls for Zimbabwe Sanctions to Be Lifted
The embassy said the sanctions had undermined Zimbabwe’s sovereignty, restricted its development and hindered Southern Africa’s pursuit of shared economic progress.
Mnangagwa Pledges Dream House for Gokwe Couple Who Cycled Across 22 Countries
“He said that when it comes to your house, I’m going to build you your dream house, a house of your dream,” they recounted.
Kenya Records Second Ebola Death as Cases Rise to Nine
She was a close family member of Kenya’s first Ebola patient, who also died.
Zimbabwe’s ‘Porcupine’ Mataya Returns to EFC Hexagon for South African Showdown
The Zimbabwean made a winning start at EFC 137, defeating South Africa’s Ayanda Zwane by unanimous decision and earning support from Zimbabwean fight fans.
Zimbabwe Fears Ebola Importation as the Country Hosts COMESA Summit
“People may come in whilst they are in the incubation stage and then develop symptoms when they have already passed the airport,” Mombeshora said.
Triple-Murder Accused Tshuma Forgets Guilty Plea, Court Told
Tshuma is accused of killing his wife and two daughters at the family’s home in the United Kingdom, days before he allegedly entered South Africa illegally.
DRC Ebola Outbreak Records 48% Fatality Rate, Worst Globally at Similar Stage
“If we take a picture today and we compare it with all other outbreaks at the same period of time, it's already the worst one in the world,” the Director-General said.
Mnangagwa Pledges Support for Gokwe Couple Who Cycled Across 22 African Countries
“After listening to their inspiring journey, His Excellency personally committed to supporting their dreams and tasked me with facilitating that support,” Machakaire said.
Nigeria Confirms Ebola Case, Begins Contact Tracing for 44 People
The government and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) have launched contact tracing and intensified surveillance to prevent further spread.