Zimbabwean Newsday reports on 2026 Q2 budget revision, Victoria Falls expansion, and Highlanders FC title win

Lionel Messi retires from international football

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football. This news comes amidst other headlines including The Avenues Clinic injecting US$500k into its critical care unit, new awards aiming to spotlight Zimbabwe’s ‘dream makers’, and the High Court dismissing a village head dispute, stating the President must decide. Additionally, the Rotary Club of Msasa is seeking corporate assistance for a 600km charity bike ride, and Zambezi Mist has debuted, blending Zimbabwean spirit with modern refreshment. A youth group has also stated that clean energy must not come at communities’ expense, and there is a call for investment in Africa’s solar wealth to power growth.