On this day in 1974, Dr Qhubani Moyo was born in Insiza District in Zimbabwe. Moyo holds several degrees. During the Government of National Unity (2009-2013), he was part of the management committee of the Joint Monitoring and Implementation Committee (JOMIC). The organisation that was tasked with overseeing the monitoring of the implementation of the […]
Read More →On this day in 1991, a Zimbabwean Rugby Player was born in Bulawayo. Williams plays for Leicester Tigers, having previously played for Worcester Warriors in the RFU Championship .In 2010 and 2011, he captained the Sharks at age-group level in South Africa before playing with Tuks and the Pretoria based Blue Bulls in 2012 and […]
Read More →On this day in 1990, a Zimbabwean rugby union player, Dave Ewers was born in Harare. Born and initially raised in Zimbabwe, Ewers was part of Exeter’s Academy system at Ivybridge Community College after his family moved to the United Kingdom.
Read More →On this day in 1969, former cricketer Bruce Makovah was born in Bulawayo. Makovah was a right-handed batsman and a right arm medium bowler who played for Mashonaland under -24s.
Read More →On this day in 1983, in Harare, Ramson Zhuwawo was born. He is a Zimbabwean retired footballer who among others play Amazulu in the South African Soccer League. He played sevaral clubs such as the Dynamos Football up until he signed a contract with Chicken Inn Football Club. He won the league title with Gunners […]
Read More →On this day in 1978, Paul Lee Harris was born in Salisbury, Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). At an early stage of his childhood, he moved with his family to South Africa. He gained his popularity as a cricketer who has played Test cricket as a left-arm orthodox spin bowler for the South African team since 2007.
Read More →On this day in 1975, Robson Muchichwa was born in Bulawayo. He is said to be one of the most influential Zimbabwean footballer who played professionally at both local and international levels as a midfielder. Muchichwa started playing football in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Township and later on played for the Benoni Premier United.
Read More →On this day in 1961, in Bulawayo Zimbabwe, Collin Williams was born. Williams was the former coach of Zimbabwe field hockey team. Williams is said to be one of the richest Cricketer & is listed on most popular Cricketer. His networth was estimated around $1.5 million.
Read More →On this day in 1942, Former Zimbabwean Minister, Dr Samuel Mumbengegwi was born. Dr Samuel Membengegwi also once served as a lecturer at the Great Zimbabwe University. His served as Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education and Minister Finance and Economic Development in Mugabe’s cabinet. Dr Mumbengegwi died on 14 June 2016.
Read More →On this day in 1949, former Zimbabwean War Veterans leader the late Dr Chenjerai Hunzvi was born. Dr Hunzvi came to prominence when he was arrested at the age of 16 for supporting the national struggle. He was later sent to study in Romania after it was judged that he was a bright student. He […]
Read More →On this day in 1930, the late veteran nationalist Naison Khutshwekhaya Ndlovu was born in Filabusi. Ndlovu worked at the Jairos Jiri Training Centre in Bulawayo before he joined politics. He met Joshua Nkomo in 1956, when the influence of Southern Rhodesia African National Congress (SRANC) started to develop and was active during the formation […]
Read More →On this day African Nationalist, Simon Muzenda was born in Gutu, Zimbabwe. His parents were peasant farmers, but he was then raised by his grandmother. Muzenda started his primary education at the age of 14 and later studied to become a school teacher. He at some point worked in South Africa and came back to […]
Read More →On this day in 1981, actor and poet Tongayi Arnold Chirisa was born in Zimbabwe. He graduated with a National Diploma as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree at AFDA, The School for Creative Economy. Chirisa rose to prominence when he played Detective Davies in the Zimbabwean soapie Studio 263 and also starred Mr […]
Read More →On this day in 1952, politician Ignatius Morgen Chiminya Chombo was born in the Marondera District of Zimbabwe. Chombo served in the cabinet of Zimbabwe for 15 years under the late president Robert Mugabe. In October 2017, he was appointed Minister of Finance and Economic Development in a cabinet reshuffle and in November, was expelled […]
Read More →On this day in 1961, the late artist Paul Mataire was born in Zimbabwe. He lost his eyesight to glaucoma at a young age. Matavire began his music career in the 1980s when he joined the Jiros Jiri Band at the Jairos Jiri Rehabilitation Center in Bulawayo, he then led the group. His music gained […]
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