Tag: Zimbabwe

Over 1000 feared dead as Cyclone Idai wrecks havoc in 3 African countries

In neighbouring Zimbabwe, Cyclone Idai left 98 dead and at least 217 more missing, according to the Information ministry.

March 19, 2019

The retreat of democracy

True democracies around the world seem to be on the decline. Electoral democracies are increasingly becoming fraught with all kinds of unfair means. The recent elections in Pakistan and Zimbabwe have come under serious criticism and their credibility has been questioned. Earlier this year the elections in Egypt, Russia, Colombia, Venezuela and several others have …

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August 30, 2018

Zimbabwean opposition rejects to accept Emmerson Mnangagwa’s presidential win

The Zimbabwean opposition leader on Friday refused to recognize the incumbent's victory in this week's presidential election.

August 4, 2018

Zimbabwe’s ruling party wins majority in Parliament

Out of the 153 National Assembly seat results, the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front won 110 and performing strongly in rural constituencies

August 1, 2018

Zimbabwe at crossroads

Though the result of Monday’s election in Zimbabwe will not be known before another week, it is pretty obvious that the country is at the crossroads. The paradox is exceptional. Given the political turmoil, it is by any reckoning an extraordinary election. Robert Mugabe has jettisoned his party, Zanu-PF, and the current President, Emmerson Mnangagwa. …

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August 1, 2018

Voting begins for Zimbabwe elections

The main contenders in the presidential vote are incumbent Emmerson Mnangagwa of the ruling Zanu-PF party, and opposition leader Nelson Chamisa.

July 30, 2018

Pakistan’s Fakhar Zaman quickest to reach 1000-run mark

Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli had played 24 ODI innings to reach 1,000 runs.

July 22, 2018

Fakhar Zaman becomes first Pakistani cricketer to score double century in ODI

Pakistan also posted their highest score in One-dayers game 399 against Zimbabwe. Pakistan's previous best was 385.

July 20, 2018

Pakistan beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets in one-day match

Pakistan sealed a series win after strolling to a nine-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the third one-day international today.

July 19, 2018

Focus: Destination Zimbabwe

In an effort to highlight places of interest in countries across the world, their varied culture, economy, and history, The Statesman brings to you a Weekly Focus on countries with which India shares diplomatic ties and friendship. This week’s focus is on Zimbabwe. Know all about the country. Capital: Harare Currency: In place of the Zimbabwean …

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July 8, 2018

Shoaib Malik edges past Kohli, Rohit to become first Asian to score 2000 T20I runs

Here is the list of top 10 highest run-getters in T20Is.

July 2, 2018

Zimbabwe cricket official Rajan Nayer suspended by the ICC for 20 years

Former Zimbabwe cricket official Rajan Nayer was today suspended for 20 years by the ICC, after being found guilty of fixing international games. Nayer, the Treasurer and Marketing Director of the Harare Metropolitan Cricket Association was charged with the three offences under the Code including offering Zimbabwe Captain Graeme Cremer USD 30,000. The other charges …

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March 28, 2018

India desires to intensify engagement with Zimbabwe: President Kovind

Shortly after meeting Zimbabwean Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday said India will further intensify its engagement at all fronts with the African nation. “India and Zimbabwe enjoy warm and special ties. With the change in the regime of Zimbabwe, India desires to continue the friendly relations and further intensify its …

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March 23, 2018

Zimbabwe defeat opens World Cup door for Afghanistan and Ireland

Zimbabwe lost a World Cup qualifying thriller by just three runs to the United Arab Emirates today, allowing Afghanistan and Ireland to clash in a winner-takes-all tie for a place in the 2019 finals. Chasing a rain-affected target of 230 off 40 overs, Zimbabwe needed six off the last ball to win the Super Six …

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March 23, 2018

South African cricketer writes history by scoring 37 runs in an over

Duminy wrote his name in history as the second batsman who had scored maximum runs in the first class cricket.

January 20, 2018

Zimbabwe politician, wife killed in US helicopter crash

Leading Zimbabwe opposition politician Roy Bennett has been killed with his wife in a helicopter crash in New Mexico state of the US, authorities said. The private helicopter crashed in a mountainous area on Wednesday, killing the couple and three others but the deaths were confirmed by authorities on Thursday. One person survived the accident, the BBC …

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January 19, 2018

ICC U-19 World Cup: India crush Zimbabwe by 10 wickets, remain unbeaten in Group B

ICC Under 19 World Cup in New Zealand, Indian team led by Prithvi Shaw defeated Zimbabwe by 10 wickets.

January 19, 2018