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Masvingo Provincial Combat sport development board adopt first constitution

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Masvingo Provincial Combat sport development board adopt first constitution

By Perpetua Murungweni

In a move aimed at boosting growth of combat sports in the region, Masvingo Provincial Combat sport development board has officially adopted its first constitution paving way for a more structured approach to promote wrestling and boxing in the province.
Speaking during the adoption meeting held at Flamboyant Hotel Masvingo on July 23, 2024, the board chairperson Olivarth Guvuriro said the constitution was meant to develop boxing and wrestling in Masvingo.
“The main objective of this constitution is to try and develop boxing and wrestling in Masvingo province for the benefit of athletes, officials, managers, promoters and the general citizenry. It also seeks to promote participation of learners of the sport in schools and in tertiary institutions,” said Guvuriro
“A constitution forms terms of reference of an organisation and it is a template that is going to guide our operations that’s why we felt that we can’t continue running our business without it. With this constitution we won’t have people stepping on each other’s toes because everyone will know their roles and positions,” he added.
Former boxer Charles Manyuchi who was selected special advisor of the board said drafting and adopting of a constitution was a good thing to do and advised them to take their constitution to the mother board for further review.
“I applaud the provincial board for drafting and adopting a constitution at provincial level, now that they have adopted their draft my advice is that they should take it to their mother board for further review,” said Manyuchi.

Masvingo District elects chess committee

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Masvingo District elects chess committee

By Decide Nhendo

Zimbabwe Chess Federation, through the Chess in Education Commission, recently elected a committee to run chess activities in the district replacing the interim committee that was in place.
Zvishamiso Mushamainza from Mucheke High School was elected chairperson of the committee and will be deputized by Fannuel Zivanai of Victoria High.
Pretty Jokera (Morgenster High) was elected Secretary General, Angelina Jacobo is the treasurer and Albert Hinga is the technical director (all from Mutendi High school).
Speaking to TellZim News, Joseph Matsilele who is the head in charge for Masvingo district confirmed the development and said the committee was made up of competent people.
“Last week a Masvingo chess committee was selected which comprises of certified and competent people who are going to run chess in the district for two years. We need sponsorship to realise our dream of popularising the elite game in the district,” said Matsilele.
Masvingo district NAPH and NASH chess coach chairperson Zivanomoyo Mushamainza said it was an honor to be selected district representative but said the game was not popular and needed serious promotion so that more people join. She said they were going to come up with grassroots initiatives to make the game popular.
Mushamainza said most people were not aware of the mental health benefits of chess which she said can strengthen one’s mental prowess.
“Many people are not aware that chess is good for strengthening mental stamina, this can be achieved through attentiveness and analytical skills that are exercised during the game. Chess is a time consuming game, so if one is a player it means the learner will not have time to engage in ills like drug and substance abuse. It also instills discipline within players hence creating a great learner,” said Mushamainza.
“We are going to partner with different stakeholders interested in promoting chess in the district. We want to have as many district competitions as possible before we go for national chess championships,” she added.
Moses Kujinga, a chess coach at Temeraire High said a chess committee was essential for acceptance, understanding and growth of the elite game which is not popular to many people in the country.
“The committee is going to uplift Masvingo district which is behind other districts and provinces in terms of quality chess players. Last year we won only one gold medal, so I think the committee is going to push for growth of the elite game from grassroots,” said Kujinga.
The committee involves both members from primary and secondary schools therefore, all learners are eligible to contest for the tournaments.

The Mystery Of Life

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The Mystery Of Life

By Rev Dr Isiah Dhliwayo

Christian life is centered in the mystery of the incarnation of Christ, the union of God and man. However, the redemption of man is not considered to have taken place only in the past, but continues to this day through theosis-:”Just as we have born the image of the man of dust, we will also bear the image of the man of heaven” (1 Cor. 15:49).
Christians today further carry on the expectation that the great Christ-mystery entails a cataclysmic series of events in which God will return to earth to redeem his people and raise the fallen to life just as Christ was raised (1 Cor 15:51; cf. Eph 1:10).
Foes and friends alike confess that the mystery of godliness is great: it is no rippling rill of dogma, but a broad ocean of thought, no molehill of discovery, but an Alp of revelation, no single beam of light but a sun shining at its strength.
“And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.” — 1 Timothy 3:16.
The unknown is often scary.
It is normal to fear what we do not know.
Sometimes that fear stops us from exploring.
And keeps us from enjoying the treasures of life.
For Christians, Christ is the great mystery. Human in every way, he is at the same time God come among us. To know Jesus is to know God.
In the Catholic church, the Latin term is mysterium fidei, “mystery of faith”, defined in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (1997) to mean a mystery hidden in God, which can never be known unless revealed by God
The Sacraments, or Sacred Mysteries are the most important means by which the faithful may obtain union with God, provided they are received with faith after appropriate preparation.
Accordingly, Kallistos Ware stated in The Orthodox Way:
A mystery is ..” revealed for our understanding, but which we never understand exhaustively because it leads into the depth or the darkness of God. The eyes are closed – but they are also opened”
Life is an unanswered question, a suspended chord; to be lived, not solved; experienced, not mastered.
Intriguingly, the only mystery yet to be reveled is the one pertaining to Christ and His church, what Paul designated as the “great mystery” in Ephesians 5.
Our Lord’s manhood was no phantasm, no myth, no mere appearance in human shape: beyond all doubt “the Word, was made flesh, and dwelt among us”
“Reason teaches us that he who made us, who is our preserver, and at whose word we are so soon to return to the dust, should be the first object of our thoughts.” (Charles Haddon Spurgeon From: Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit Volume 13)
Even while on earth, Jesus speaks about the kingdom of God in secrecy and mystery (Gk. μυστήριον, Mark 4:11 [= Matt 13:11; Luke 8:10]). After all, it is Christ himself who is, who embodies, the great unveiling of Israel’s god to humankind (Col 2:2). For in him, both God’s plans and God’s person are made manifest.
God’s wisdom and ways are always far beyond ours. Very often in life, God will call us to walk an unknown and mysterious path. Life does not always make perfect sense from a purely rational perspective. Very often, we must allow our human reason to be informed and led by God’s supernatural plan.

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Forestry Commission to plant 600k trees in Masvingo

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Forestry Commission to plant 600k trees in Masvingo

By Meditation Mposi

As the country continues to grapple with effects of climate change, the forestry commission department in Masvingo province is targeting to plant 600 000 trees this year as part of the various efforts being implemented to combat climate change.
Speaking during a media workshop organized by Environment Management Agency (EMA), Forestry Commission Masvingo Acting Provincial Manager Edwin Machokoto said preparations for planting of the trees have partially started although official launch will be in October when the rainy season begins.
“The forestry commission in Masvingo is targeting to plant 600 000 trees in across the province this year during the rainy season. Preparations have partially started in Bikita, Mwenezi and Chiredzi districts where there is high rate of deforestation due to charcoal production.
“As the Forestry Commission, we are advising the public to preserve the existing trees especially our indigenous trees. When harvesting we encourage the public to use sustainable harvesting methods. I also urge the public to practice reforestation and afforestation in order to prevent deforestation in the province,” said Machokoto.
“As a commission we are going to work mostly with schools. More trees are to be planted in Mwenezi, Bikita and Chiredzi District where there is production of charcoal hence high rate of deforestation. Many rural communities use firewood for cooking, heating and some earn a living through selling firewood,” Machokoto added.
Mashandika Village Head Edmore Taruvinga from Chatikobo area in Masvingo District said as a cultural steward he was playing a part in combating deforestation in his village through encouraging villagers to plant trees.
“We are educating people on the good methods of cutting trees for example pruning to avoid deforestation in our area. Prior to cutting down of trees one is supposed to seek for permission from the village head.
“Climate change is hitting us hard. The droughts are terrible this year so during village gatherings people are taught on the dangers of cutting down trees and we are encouraging each homestead to fruit trees,” said Taruvinga.
Protecting existing forests and promoting reforestation efforts are crucial steps in mitigating drought risks and building resilience to climate change.
However, to ensure sustainable management of trees and the environment, collaboration and support from the government and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) is crucial to empower traditional leaders.
EMA has dragged a number of people to court for cutting down indigenous trees across the province which is a violation of the Forestry Commission Act.

GZU to host AI & Robotics Boot camp

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GZU to host AI & Robotics Boot camp

By Tatiana Mhararira

Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) in collaboration with Girls in Stem Trust is set to host an Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics Boot camp from August 5-9, 2024 for primary, secondary and tertiary institutions at its Mashava Campus.
The bootcamp is designed to empower educators and students by providing them with necessary technological skills to tackle real-world problems.
Speaking to TellZim News, the organizing chairperson and GZU Computer Science lecturer Monica Madyembwa said the boot camp is important in that it provided a platform for learning as well as for stakeholders to engage.
“This marks the inaugural occasion for Great Zimbabwe University to host such an event. We are excited to introduce this event and we are committed to ensuring resounding success. This unique initiative does not only provides a platform for learning but also presents a valuable opportunity for stakeholders to engage,” said Madyembwa.
The AI and Robotics bootcamp activities will include practical machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision and image recognition, robotics fundamentals and responsible AI.
Madyembwa said the advantages of participating at the AI and Robotics bootcamp were that the participants will gain skills with the goal of nurturing the development of commercially viable products.
“Participating at the boot camp offers attendees advantages such as skill development in AI & Robotics, hands-on learning opportunities through real world projects, networking prospects with industry professionals and peers, fostering innovation, advancing career opportunities, gaining insights into industry trends and creating a collaborative environment for knowledge exchange.
“Furthermore, the event enhances the quality of enrolled students at the university who can embrace demands of education 5.0. The focus on developing commercially viable products opens doors to entrepreneurial ventures while contributing to the technological advancement of AI and Robotic fields,” she added.
One of the organisers Davison Mada said GZU was chosen to host the event because it had the necessary equipment for the boot camp and said preparations for the event were underway.
“Great Zimbabwe University has the necessary equipment, hardware and special skills in the area of Computer Science with experts from the School of Natural Sciences.
“Preparations are on course and the camp has generated a lot of interest in the province and beyond. The deadline for registration is July 31, 2024 and we are calling upon those who are interested to register,” said Mada.
Registration is pegged at US$450 for 6 participants and extra participants pay US$15 per day whereas individuals pay US$100 per person. The prices include food and accommodation for the whole week.
The bootcamp is a follow up of the recently held provincial tournament at Masvingo Christian College and the National World Robotics competitions held in Bulawayo where Zimuto High scooped the first position early July.

Nox comes home, to perform at Club Mugove in Zaka

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Nox comes home, to perform at Club Mugove in Zaka

TellZim Reporter       

The ‘Ndinonyara’ hit maker, Nox Guni is set to light up Zaka this weekend with a concert at one of Zaka’s best leisure spots, Club Mugove on August 3, 2024 with a pre-album launch performance titled ‘In Mhondoro, Back To His Roots’.

Mugove Club Operations Director Tatenda Makaza confirmed the development and said the concert was one of the many upcoming gigs as the club was on a drive to take entertainment to rural areas for the fans.

“We discussed partnership with Nox as ‘hommies’ to give our entertainment starved patrons a good show. Nox promised that he will be sampling songs from his upcoming album, making it a show not to miss. Expect a lot more partnerships like this one with musical brands as big as Nox and more.

“We take entertainment to the rural areas because that is where we were born and bred. Urban areas have monopolized these gigs, and we are saying it’s time to go to the rural areas too. We hope that other people with interest in our industry will see what we are trying to do and support us on future gigs,” said Makaza.

Makaza further said the club had a lineup of summer events in which they were anticipating to host Extra Large and ‘Runonzi Rudo’ hitmaker, Pah Chihera.

“As for this summer we have a lot of entertaining stuff lined up; in September we have partnered with DC entertainment to give the province a memorable Miss Masvingo 2024 as Club Mugove is hosting this event, to show that we are versatile and not only limited to musical concerts. We are also expecting Extra Large, GoodChild, and Pah Chihera. Club Mugove calls out to artists who want to perform at its premises to reach out as we are open for business,” said Makaza.

Ordinary tickets are being sold at US$5 while  VIP tickets are going for US$10.  Fans can expect top of the range beverages, from whiskey, champagne, and an assortment of wine, complimented by good food from the kitchen as well as good braai meat from the club’s butchery.

Taking to his Facebook page, Nox Guni Music the hitmaker said his Zaka show was his first in his home area and urged fans to come and show Zaka to the world.

“This week the team is in ZAKA!!!!! Home show for the very first time. Giving back to my people. If you all can come, please do. Let’s show ZAKA to the world. The beautiful Zaka,” said Guni on the social media platform.

Mazodze, Mutare City to play remaining 38 minutes of abandoned match

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Mazodze, Mutare City to play remaining 38 minutes of abandoned match

By Faith Nyagura

FC Wangu Mazodze and Mutare City Rovers FC will on Wednesday (July 31) resume their thrilling encounter at Mucheke Stadium completing the remaining 38 minutes of an earlier abandoned match.

Their previous encounter at the same venue was halted at 52 minutes due to poor lighting at the stadium following a delay in the starting of the match on July 07, initially being slated to continue on July 28 which failed since the stadium was booked for another activity.

FC Wangu Mazodze Executive Member Trevor Chateuka confirmed the development to TellZim News and said the game will be played midweek since the stadium was hosting the Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance National competitions last weekend.

“The stadium was booked by Delta for the Chibuku Neshamwari tournament and which resulted in us postponing the match to Wednesday July 31 2024 at 3pm,” said Chateuka.

Chateuka expressed confidence in his team’s ability to secure a win, citing their strong performance in the initial 52 minutes.

“We are confident that we will collect all the three points in the game because we will be building on promising goal attempts in the previous game. We are determined to capitalize on those opportunities and claim win. The team has been training intensively to ensure they’re prepared for the remaining minutes,” said Chateuka.

While midweek scheduling may impact attendance due to many people being at work, Chateuka remained optimistic saying their fans will never disappoint.

“Despite the fact that the match will be played midweek, we’re expecting a packed stadium, our fans will never disappoint. On the previous match we sold close to 3500 tickets and all those people would want to see the end of it so we are anticipating more than that number,” he said.

The Kingdom Boys as Wangu Mazodze is affectionately known, are the Eastern Region log leaders with 39 points and Mutare City is on position five with 28 points.

High court quashes Mushandike 9 eviction order

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High court quashes Mushandike 9 eviction order

By Beverly Bizeki

Nine villagers from Mushandike area in Masvingo breathed a sigh of relief after a court order to have them evicted from their homes under the operation order ‘No To Land Barons’ was quashed by Masvingo high court judges Justice Garainesu Mawadze and Stanislaus Zisengwe.
The nine namely Simplisiyo Mugorongi, Wetsi Chibamure, Gladys Mugorongi, Benjamin Dzimbanhete, Thomas Dzimbanhete, Dzingira Chipatiso, Tichaona Tazvivinga, Lameck Makanda and Farai Tauya are the few lucky ones among victims of the shambolic operation that saw government cracking down on alleged illegal settlers and land barons across the country leading to the arrest and eviction of many.
According to a high court document in possession of this publication, the appellants were charged wrongly and the conviction was set aside invalidating the sentence.
“It is ordered by consent that, the appellants were charged, convicted and sentenced under a wrong provision of the law. The conviction in respect of all appellants is set aside and the sentence is quashed.
“The Prosecutor General has the discretion to proceed with the matter under the appropriate law if he or she so desires,’ reads the court order.
The nine were convicted after a full trial at Masvingo magistrates’ court on February 13 for occupying gazetted land and were sentenced to three months imprisonment which and the sentence was wholly suspended on condition that they vacate their homes of more than 20 years on or before March 31 of the same year.
Unsatisfied with the court order the group appealed at the magistrates’ court which was in vain and made an appeal to the high court through their human rights lawyer Yolander Chandata after which they were granted a suspension order.
The matter appeared before Justice Sunsley Zisengwe based on the ruling of the magistrate to the effect that the nine appellants were illegal settlers because they did not have the required paperwork which is the permit, lease, or offer letter.
They argued that the court had erred in that the appellants were not illegal settlers in the strict sense of the matter but were people who had been settling on the land for more than 20 years and were making payments to the relevant local authority during their stay on the particular land.
Further to that the law which was said to have been violated by the appellants was not the best to tackle the matter as they were being charged with contravening the Gazetted Land Act. The gazette that was produced by the court was a 1982 gazette but then the Act which they were said to have contravened was a 2006 Act hence in legal terms they cannot be charged with an offense that is said to have happened before the Act became law which is more of applying the law in retrospect.
The nine are some of the people who had lifetime investments going on at their homes where they were being evicted from as they had structures, houses, boreholes, and other viable projects as most were farmers.
In Masvingo province alone about 2 200 arrests were made with over 590 convictions made.

Haulage trucks collision kills one along Harare-Masvingo road

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Haulage trucks collision kills one along Harare-Masvingo road

Tinaani Nyabereka

Gweru – Police confirmed a fatal road traffic accident where one person died while three others were injured in an accident that occurred on 24 July 2024 at around 1900 hours near Mvuma along Harare – Masvingo highway.
Midlands Provincial Spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko warned drivers against speeding.
“I confirm a road traffic accident which occurred along Harare-Masvingo on July 24. A report was made at ZRP Mvuma and scene was attended before the injured were taken to Mvuma Hospital. We kindly urge motorists to observe the rules of the road and avoid speeding,” said Insp. Mahoko.
Circumstances are that Willis Mutisi (57) of Harare was driving a Freight Haulage Truck towards Mvuma, carrying one passenger.
Upon reaching the 167 km peg, the vehicle was involved in a head-on collision with a Hino Dutro truck which was going in the opposite direction.
One passenger aboard Mutisi’s vehicle died on the spot while two passengers from the Hino truck sustained serious injuries.
Mahoko also confirmed another accident that happened in Mberengwa where seven people were injured when a Joma Bus being driven by Martin Mpofu (33) failed to pull uphill and fell on its side.
The incident occurred at the 40km-peg along Mberengwa – Mnene road on 18 July 2024 at around 07:30 hours.
Circumstances are that, upon reaching the 40km-peg, the bus failed to ascend a steep rise and the bus rolled backwards before falling on its right side.
As a result, six passengers and the driver were injured while seven others escaped unhurt. The injured were taken to Mberengwa District Hospital.

Zaka School goes 24 years with only three classroom blocks

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Zaka School goes 24 years with only three classroom blocks

By Meditation Mposi

For 24 years, a secondary school in Zaka has managed to construct only three classroom blocks forcing other pupils to learn under trees.
Jinjika secondary school in Ward 33, Zaka North is in dire need of more classroom blocks as the only available classrooms accommodate 300 pupils only, a development which forced the school to drop its enrolment.
Speaking to TellZim News the School Development Committee Chairperson Alerta Magombedze said the school has limited revenue sources as most of the pupils are on government programme, BEAM, and the school has not received the funds for two years now.
“The school is not developing because most of our learners are on BEAM programme and the government make erratic payments. The money we also get from the pupils is not enough to construct even a single classroom block because our enrolment is around 300,” said Magombedze.
“As of now we have bricks which we are planning to use for the construction of another classroom block. The challenge is that we do not have any money to buy building materials,” she added.
Magombedze said the dilapidated infrastructure and working conditions also had a negative impact on the teachers’ side as most of them transferred to better schools.
She mentioned that teachers who come do not stay for long because of the poor conditions at the school.
Magombedze pleaded with relevant authorities to chip in and assist to improve the situation at the school.
“Our children display a lot of potential, we have seen this on our former students who attended their Advanced Level at Mutonhori High where they scored good points.
“We are therefore, asking for help from stakeholders so that we build modern infrastructure at the school,” said Magombedze.
Zaka North Member of Parliament Ophias Murambiwa who chairs the parliamentary portfolio committee on Primary and Secondary Education said there were plans to construct another classroom block at the school.
“We have plans to construct another classroom block at Jinjika. We need help from the community in terms of providing materials like river and pit sand for construction. There have been efforts to reach out to council to assist in the project using devolution funds.
“This problem requires help from various stakeholders. If the school can get more classroom blocks, the environment will be conducive to have more teachers which can translate to better pass rates at the school,” said Murambiwa.
The school has nine teachers out of the required 12 and the school fees is US$60 per term but a bigger number of leaners were not paying due to the prevailing economic challenges. That has made it difficult for the school to develop.
Education in most rural areas in the country has been negatively impacted by lack of proper infrastructure as well as learning materials as most of the schools cannot raise funds for development due to the prevailing harsh economic conditions. Government is also failing to disburse BEAM funds on time.

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