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By Nigel Nyamutumbu HARARE – It is inherently human to be biased. What informs human biases is subject to scholarly debates across behavioral studies, among them sociology and psychology. This is no wonder why in any contest with ultimate victors, human beings are inclined to take sides. Sport rivalry is a typical example of how human beings are emotive, openly aligned and have categorical preferences. Historical football rivalries in Zimbabwe have predominantly bee

BY NICK CHOUHAN In this file image, the late Danny Bismark (seated, blue-and-white shirt), interacts with members of his community at Arcadia Sports Centre in Harare. HARARE – It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Mr. Danny Bismark, one of the most iconic and respected members of Zimbabwe's Coloured community. He passed on in Harare this week at the age of 90. Danny will long be remembered for his immense contribution to society, both in sport and com

BY CRISPEN MHIKE HARARE – Mathew Mbundire, who passed away suddenly in Harare on Tuesday just seven days shy of his 60th birthday, had a career that stood firmly as testament to his passion for developing young people. Mukoma Mathew began his journey as the Sports Director at St John’s Preparatory School in Harare, where he shaped the character of countless young athletes across generations. His natural leadership skills and dedication eventually led him to the role of

HARARE – Zimbabwe will next month compete in the Unity Cup 2026 in London — the first time Zimbabwe have played in England in a tournament of this nature. The Zimbabwe Football Association confirmed on Wednesday that the Warriors have been included in the four-nation tournament to be held at The Valley, home of Charlton Athletic FC, from May 26 to 30. Zimbabwe will face Nigeria in the opening semi-final on May 26, with Jamaica taking on India in the other semi-final on Ma

BY TINO MOMBESHORA HARARE – I love a nice story, a fairytale, especially one of an emerging Zimbabwean sporting talent of extraordinary talents. So when I first came across the excitement surrounding new Highlanders and Zimbabwe hot-shot Mongameli Tshuma, I was caught up in the euphoria. I like to hear such kind of stuff. It’s easy to like this rising attacking midfield maestro. Mongameli Tshuma is a unique and charming local name. He’s a local lad, from Bulawayo, h

BY NIGEL NYAMUTUMBU HARARE – A draw in the battle royale of Zimbabwe's traditional football giants, Dynamos and Highlanders, was without doubt the fairest result. Not that it is a result that both teams wished for. Until the last minute, you could tell that both teams were searching for that sucker punch that would not only earn three points and bragging rights, but also the nation’s pride. Yes, the nation's pride. Dynamos and Highlanders are not just footballing inst

BY BRUCE GROBBELAAR LIVERPOOL – There comes a moment in every nation’s story when reflection must give way to renewal - when we stop asking what went wrong and start working together to make it right. For Zimbabwean football, that time is now. Over recent months, I have watched with pride and admiration as president Nqobile Magwizi and the current Zifa board begin to rebuild the foundations of our game. For too long, Zimbabwean football has carried the scars of divisio

BY JIRVAS GWANZURA LUTON, England – As the Zimbabwean diaspora continue to grow in faraway lands, especially in the United Kingdom, the...

BY SPORTSCAST WRITER Khama Billiat (left) receives a Zimbabwe rugby shirt from Hilton Mudariki at Rufaro Stadium while the Sables captain...

BY SPORTSCAST WRITER HARARE – Zimbabwe Football Association (Zifa) president Nqobile Magwizi says he will seek cooperation from the...

SAN-PEDRO – It was a day of contrasting games on match day two of the Rugby Africa Women’s Division One tournament as Tunisia and...

BY SPORTSCAST WRITER HARARE – Zimbabwe’s football team will share US$300 000 in winning bonus if they can beat both Benin and Nigeria in...