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The inclusion and integration of women in sports has been a contentious topic over the years. As the industry continues to open space for women all around the world, International Women’s month is a good time to not only commemorate pioneers such as Abigail Kawonza, who have pushed boundaries and opened doors for other women – but to also celebrate the work done to date. Having been involved in rugby for over two decades – Abigail Kawonza has witnessed the industry’s many wins and losses. However, in her role as one of Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com)’s Unstoppables, she has also seen and celebrated many developments, especially in a sport that was largely considered for men. Being part of the Unstoppables, a campaign dedicated to fast-tracking the development of women’s rugby in Africa, Kawonza pridefully notes that one of the major developments in he
Abigail Kawonza: Paving the way for successful women on and off the field aroundtherings.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from aroundtherings.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Rugby Africa announces establishment of Referee Committee 02/11/21
The Rugby Africa (RA) [www.RugbyAfrique.com] Referee Committee, formally launched at its inaugural meeting in December, was founded to – amongst others - establish an African referee panel, monitor its growth and development, further the development of African match officials and monitor the Laws of the Game and playing trends on the continent.
“The Referee Committee is the culmination of close to 10 years of work that RA has done to develop a panel, with the first month-long referee camps held in Stellenbosch in 2013. Thanks to our dedicated partnerships with SARU and the FFR to fast track and promote our referees, this official commission goes one step further in structuring our efforts and to professionalise our competitions management,” explains Nasser Bougja, RA Executive member.
Zimpapers Cheers Up Cancer Patients
December 18, 2020
ZIMBABWE’S largest integrated media house, Zimbabwe Newspapers (1980) Limited (Zimpapers) yesterday donated $1,2 million to Island Hospice towards the well-being of cancer patients in Zimbabwe.
The donation was handed over to Island Hospice, which was represented by its executive director Mr Mudiwa Mundawarara, while Zimpapers was represented by public relations and corporate affairs manager Ms Beatrice Tonhodzayi.
Speaking after handing over the donation at an event held in Harare, Ms Tonhodzayi said the donation was from proceeds of this year’s Zimpapers Annual Cancer Power walk.
“Today as Zimpapers Group, we are very excited to be able to handover proceeds of this year’s edition of the Zimpapers Annual Cancer Power Walk.
Zimbabwe: Zimpapers Cheers Up Cancer Patients allafrica.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from allafrica.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.