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Whiners are not winners

"Winners acknowledge the existence of a problem, but they try to offer practical ideas that can help resolve the matter in a manner that is satisfactory to both parties”.

By Tim Middleton Jan. 19, 2025

Nedbank unveils Challenge Cup sponsorship

Nedbank’s sponsorship of the Challenge Cup, which takes their investment in local rugby to almost US$400 000, demonstrates the financial institution’s commitment to developing Zimbabwean rugby.

By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa and Christine Chinowaita Mar. 7, 2023

Nedbank unveils Challenge Cup sponsorship

Inside Sport: Zifa offside on National First Division League

It is also a joke if not laughable to say that the National First Division will help improve the standards of Zimbabwean football.

By Michael Kariati Feb. 12, 2023

Inside Sport: Zifa offside on National First Division League

SA, Zambian clubs stampede for Mukarati

The two foreign clubs are the latest to table their offers for the player after Tanzanian clubs Singinda United and Kiyatose.

By Tawanda Tafirenyika Jan. 6, 2023

From Mufakose to Cape Town, rising rugby ace Kamanda aiming high

This coming season, the Stormers will also participate in a second competition, the Champions Cup.

By Daniel Nhakaniso Sep. 5, 2022

From Mufakose to Cape Town, rising rugby ace Kamanda aiming high

Sables skipper Mudariki to set up sports-centric foundation

The 30-year-old scrumhalf revealed that he wants to represent the country for a few more years as he established a foundation while several clubs are chasing his signature in the aftermath of the World Cup qualifiers.

By The Standard Aug. 28, 2022

Sables skipper Mudariki to set up sports-centric foundation

The future’s bright for Zim rugby starlet Marume

The government’s suspension of all sporting activities, in an effort to contain the spread of the novel virus, robbed Marume of an opportunity to represent Lomagundi’s first-team rugby side.

By The Standard Jun. 12, 2022

The future’s bright for Zim rugby starlet Marume

The government’s suspension of all sporting activities, in an effort to contain the spread of the novel virus, robbed Marume of an opportunity to represent Lomagundi’s first-team rugby side.

By The Standard Jun. 12, 2022

Zim Goshawks go down fighting against Valke

The Goshawks got off to a very shaky start as they conceded two early tries through hooker Raynardt Nel and winger Valentino Wellman, while flyhalf Ruben Liebenberg added the extras.

By The Standard Jun. 12, 2022