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Sport Zimbabwe international forward Tawanda Maswanhise HARARE, Apr. 17 (NewsDay Live) – Zimbabwe international forward Tawanda Maswanhise has cemented his status as one of the Scottish Premiership’s most dangerous attackers after being named in the PFA Scotland Team of the Season. The 23-year-old winger’s explosive form has made him the talisman of a resurgent Motherwell F.C. side, earning the respect of his peers in a campaign in which he has shattered personal and club records.

The US unilaterally announced the command with little consultation with the African Union (AU), undermining the continent’s emerging homegrown security architecture. By Mbali Nkomane 2h ago

Local News HARARE, Apr. 17 (NewsDay Live) – As Zimbabwe marks its 46th Independence Day on Saturday, the long weekend offers far more than the official state ceremony in Maphisa, with a diverse lineup of events catering to all tastes across the country. While thousands are expected to travel to Maphisa in Matobo District for the main commemorations, those remaining in urban centres particularly Harare have a wide selection of alternatives, led by the highly anticipated Upenyu Festival.

HARARE, Apr. 17 (NewsDay Live) – Zimbabwe’s re-entry into the global aviation spotlight gathered pace this week after Etihad Airways named Harare among six new African destinations in a sweeping network expansion, signalling renewed international confidence in the country’s connectivity and growth prospects.

Local News HARARE, Apr. 17 (NewsDay Live) – Zimbabwe’s re-entry into the global aviation spotlight gathered pace this week after Etihad Airways named Harare among six new African destinations in a sweeping network expansion, signalling renewed international confidence in the country’s connectivity and growth prospects.

Sport HARARE, Apr. 17 (NewsDay Live) – ZIFA Harare Province has lined up an Independence Cup clash between Scottland Football Academy and Herentals FC U19 tomorrow as part of national celebrations. The match will be played at St Aidens Primary School in Chitungwiza, the host venue for Harare Metropolitan Province Independence Day festivities. The fixture forms part of a broader programme using sport—particularly football—to mark the country’s independence.

Business Edgars Stores Limited The Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers (CZR) says the FY2025 results of Edgars Stores Limited point to a firm operational recovery and a deliberate shift toward a more resilient, integrated retail model. In a statement on Thursday, CZR said the performance reflects “a strong operational recovery” alongside a transition to a hybrid model combining merchandise sales, manufacturing and financial services.

Local News HARARE, Apr. 17 (NewsDay Live) – Zimbabwe’s gold deliveries rose 8.3% in the first quarter of 2026 to 9.31 tonnes, underscoring sustained momentum in the mining sector despite policy-induced volatility late in the period. Latest data from Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR) shows output increased from 8.59 tonnes recorded in the same period last year, with small-scale and artisanal miners continuing to dominate production.

The 1980s was the decade when everything functioned. There were no potholes, no load-shedding. Council water was not only available for everyone, it was the best in Africa. By George Hove 3h ago

Local News HARARE, Apr. 17 (NewsDay Live) – The Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe has deployed its first drone-based monitoring system, marking a shift toward technology-driven forest management and data collection. The Commission conducted initial field operations this week at Ruzawi Forest in Marondera in partnership with Afrostain Farmtech.