Dead last finish

They must learn to finish – like John Stephen Akhwari who finished last in the 1968 Olympic marathon an hour after the winner, having fallen at 19 kms and injured himself badly.
By Tim Middleton 8h ago

CBZ puts US$15 000 behind Zimbabwe’s Dakar Olympic dream

Nyazema said CBZ was already looking beyond Dakar, with the hope that members of the current youth team will eventually graduate to the senior Olympic stage.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Aug. 9, 2026

Ken Harnden takes charge at Auburn University

"I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to lead the Auburn track and field programme," Harnden said.
By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa Jul. 7, 2026

Chimukoko named chef de mission for Team Zimbabwe at LA28 in landmark appointment

The Zimbabwe Olympic Committee has appointed Chimukoko as chef de mission for Team Zimbabwe at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games,
By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa Jul. 3, 2026

Chigwedere confirms Dakar 2026 Stadium ready for Olympic Games

My role covers overall coordination, operational readiness and integration across security, logistics, and ceremonies to ensure the venue meets Olympic standards.
By Tendai Sauta Jun. 25, 2026

Africa can do it’: Chigwedere on leading the Dakar 2026 Olympic stadium prep

Chigwedere described her role as central to ensuring the venue meets Olympic standards across all operational areas.
By Tendai Sauta Jun. 21, 2026

LA28 dream begins as Zimbabwe braces for fierce Zone VI volleyball battle

The tournament will bring together Zimbabwe, Malawi, Namibia and Zambia in a high-stakes contest where regional supremacy and a crucial step on the road to LA28 will be at stake.
By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda Jun. 6, 2026

Zimbabwe unveil squads for crucial home LA28 volleyball qualifier 

The men's team will be led by head coach Itsanangu Abubasutu, assisted by Gift Chirebvu and Munyaradzi Mavima. Farai Mboto is the team manager. 
By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda Jun. 4, 2026

Coventry breaks silence on Olympic Prize Money Controversy

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry has moved to clarify her widely debated position on athlete prize money at the Olympic Games
By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa May. 29, 2026