Bulawayo Funeral: Bulawayo is holding a final farewell for Zandile Nothabo Khumalo and her two daughters, Natalie and Nala, whose bodies arrived from the UK for burial side by side at Old Luveve Cemetery. Second Republic & Borders: Chief Siansali says the Second Republic is transforming Binga, highlighting the commissioning of the Kasambabezi Border Post as a boost for trade and jobs. Crime & Sentencing: A Binga man, Nguquko Moyo, has been jailed effectively 10 years after convictions for attempted murder and drug dealing linked to a deadly fire at his mother’s homestead. Telecom Rescue: Telecel Zimbabwe will start paying verified legacy debt creditors from 12 August after creditors adopted its corporate rescue plan. Tourism PPP: Government and partners have sealed a US$66.9m Victoria Falls PPP to build bulk infrastructure at Jafuta Estate, paving the way for hotels and a cricket stadium. World Cup Buzz: Graeme Smith says the 2027 ODI Cricket World Cup return to Africa is a “landmark moment,” with South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia co-hosting. US-Zim Health Row: The US Embassy in Harare disputes Zimbabwe’s claims about a rejected US$365m health deal, saying it was lifesaving support under clear conditions. Air Zimbabwe Loss: Auditors warn Air Zimbabwe’s future after it posted a US$11.6m pre-tax loss for 2024 and flagged material uncertainty about going concern. Sports Transfer: Highlanders midfielder Mongameli Tshuma is set to join HardRock, ending speculation over a move to CAPS United. El Niño Alert: Africa is on high alert as forecasts warn a major El Niño could hit later this year, threatening droughts, floods and food shortages. Mining Finance: Zimbabwe’s banking sector says it can mobilise US$4bn–US$5bn to help meet a US$10bn mining investment need over the next five years.