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February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

Africa’s iron lady: Continent’s strongest woman, Chido Maenzanise needs support ahead of World Championship Tournament

Zimbabwe is home to a woman who can literally pull a truck, lift massive logs, and carry the weight of a continent on her shoulders. Chido Maenzanise, the newly crowned Africa’s Strongest Woman, recently made history at the Eastrand Strongest competition in South Africa

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January 25, 2026

From National Hero to “Citizen of the Universe”: Why UFC’s Themba Gorimbo Has Blocked Zimbabwe

Themba Gorimbo, the trailblazing athlete who made history as the first Zimbabwean to win a fight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), has ignited a firestorm of debate across the continent. In a deeply personal and polarizing revelation, the man once hailed as a beacon of Zimbabwean resilience has announced a total severance of ties with both his biological family and his home country.

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January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Chelsea’s Wall Returns! Why Edouard Mendy’s ‘Heyday’ Presence Forced a Real Madrid Star Into a Panenka Farce

In a scene that felt like a vintage throwback to Mendy’s Chelsea “heyday,” the Senegalese shot-stopper didn’t just save a penalty; he occupied the mind of the Real Madrid star until the goal-frame felt microscopic.

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January 18, 2026

AFCON 2028: Southern Africa Giants Join Forces for Historic Joint Bid

The race to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has taken a dramatic turn as Southern African neighbors South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia officially signaled their intent to launch a powerful joint bid.

This ambitious move aims to bring the continent’s most prestigious football tournament back to the COSAFA region for the first time in over a decade.South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, confirmed the news from Rabat, Morocco, where he has been engaging with CAF officials

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January 12, 2026

Leaving No Star Behind: President Mnangagwa’s Vision Empowers Zimbabwe’s Soccer Veterans

The initiation of Footballers4ED this January 2026 marks a transformative milestone for Zimbabwe’s sporting icons. For decades, the transition from the stadium to civilian life has been fraught with financial instability, but this new ZANU-PF affiliate is changing the narrative.

With a US$100,000 pledge from prominent businessman Cde Kudakwashe Tagwirei, former stars like Sunday “Mhofu” Chidzambwa, Brena Msiska, and Evans Gwekwerere are moving beyond past glories into sustainable entrepreneurship.

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January 2, 2026

AFCON: Egyptian Coach Criticizes European Influence on African Football Calendar

Egyptian football legend and current national team coach Hossam Hassan has ignited a firestorm of debate across the continent following a scathing critique of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Hassan, a man whose name is synonymous with African footballing excellence, expressed his deep frustration with recent discussions surrounding the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) schedule

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January 2, 2026

BREAKING: Why Chelsea Sacked Enzo Maresca—The Inside Story Behind the New Year’s Day Exit

Despite a tenure that delivered both the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup trophies, the Italian’s 18-month spell at Stamford Bridge ended abruptly following a complete breakdown in relations with the club’s hierarchy and a dismal run of domestic form.

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January 2, 2026

DR Congo Supporter Honors First Prime Minister with Viral “Human Statue” Act at AFCON

In the high-octane atmosphere of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), football often transcends the boundaries of sport to become a theater for national identity and historical remembrance.

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December 30, 2025December 30, 2025

Velocity and Velvet for a Scoring Sniper :The Anatomy of Maswanhise’s 19th-Minute Rocket at AFCON 2025

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations may have signaled the end of the road for the Zimbabwe Warriors after a heart-wrenching 3-2 defeat, but for Tawanda Maswanhise, the journey into footballing folklore has only just begun

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December 30, 2025

The Moment a Nation Cried: Nakamba’s Handball ‘Gift’ Sends Bafana Bafana Through as Warriors Exit

The “Battle of Limpopo” at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) ended in a nightmare for the Warriors, leaving a nation in mourning and much of the blame squarely on the shoulders of captain Marvelous Nakamba.

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