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Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers and Cape Town Samp Army to play final in Season 2 of Zim Afro T10

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It was an action packed and exciting day of knockout cricket at the second season of the Zim Afro T10, as the Sikandar Raza led Jo’Bug Bangla Tigers and the Cape Town Samp Army put in clinical performances, to seal their berths in the grand final of the tournament. Both sides were in top form, and dominated their respective games and stormed into the final, which is scheduled for 29 September at the Harare Sports Club.

Qualifier 1 promised plenty of runs, and the players did not disappoint. The Harare Bolts batted first, and it was the captain doing the majority of the heavy lifting. Dasun Shanaka scored an unbeaten 61 from 24 balls, smashing 7 boundaries and 4 sixes, as the Lahiru Milantha (19), Shehan Jayasuriya (24) and George Munsey (15*) made healthy contributions to push the total to 124/2 in 10 overs. In response, the Tigers had Mohammad Shahzad leading the charge, as he matched the Bolts’ attacking batting approach shot for shot, and finished with a match-winning 64 not out from 25 deliveries. Hazratullah Zazai (29) and Sikandar Raza (22) made their presence felt in the run chase as well, as the Tigers won by 7 wickets and romped into the final.

In the Eliminator, NYS Lagos batted first but it was Salman Irshad’s 3-fer along with the Amir Hamza and Rohan Mustafa’s two wicket hauls, that restricted them to 88/8 in their 10 overs. For the Lagos side, Blessing Muzarabani (27) and Joshua Bishop (20) who top scored. After the innings break, Mustafa played a captain’s knock for the Cape Town Samp Army, scoring an unbeaten 60, while Jack Taylor stayed not out on 29, and guided them through to Qualifier 2 with an 8-wicket win.

Qualifier 2 turned out to be yet another intense affair. The Harare Bolts batted first, but found it tough to get Amir Hamza away, as he picked three quick wickets. George Munsey (17), Jimmy Neesham (17) and Shehan Jayasuriya (39) then helped them get to 98/6 in their 10 overs. The Samp Army made the chase look relatively easy as Brian Bennett teed off from the get go and scored a brisk 46 from 18 deliveries, before Dawid Malan (19) and Jack Taylor (29) put the seal on the win with more than two and a half overs to spare, and 9 wickets in hand.

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UAE Eid warning: Dubai Police announce strict penalties for illegal fireworks

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Following a similar alert issued in Abu Dhabi, Dubai Police has warned residents against the use and trade of fireworks during Eid Al Adha celebrations, stressing the serious dangers they pose to public safety.

Authorities said fireworks can quickly turn festive gatherings into dangerous situations, causing injuries, fires and damage to property. Dubai Police warned that accidents linked to fireworks can result in severe burns, amputations and permanent disabilities.

The warning comes as police forces across the UAE step up public safety campaigns ahead of the Eid holidays, urging families not to allow children to handle fireworks or purchase them from illegal sellers.

Dubai Police also reminded residents that trading in fireworks without a licence is a criminal offence under UAE law.

Under Federal Decree Law No. 17 of 2019 concerning weapons, ammunition, explosives and hazardous materials, violators can face imprisonment for at least one year and fines of no less than Dh100,000, or both.

Authorities have urged the public to celebrate Eid responsibly and report illegal fireworks sales or suspicious activities to the relevant authorities.

Dubai Police called on community members to cooperate with authorities and prioritise safety during Eid celebrations by avoiding all forms of illegal fireworks activity.

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UAE weather for Eid: Temperatures to hit 48°C during holidays

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The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast hot weather across the UAE throughout the Eid Al Adha holiday period, with temperatures expected to climb as high as 48°C in inland areas.

According to the forecast covering May 25 to May 31, inland regions will experience particularly intense daytime heat, while coastal areas and islands are expected to remain relatively hot. Weather conditions will generally stay fair, with occasional partly cloudy skies over the eastern parts of the country.

Night-time and early morning conditions are expected to be more moderate, although humidity levels will rise in some coastal areas, increasing the possibility of fog or light fog formation on Monday and Friday mornings.

Winds are forecast to be light to moderate overall but becoming active at times during the daytime, especially in open areas where blowing dust may reduce visibility.

Sea conditions in both the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea are expected to remain slight throughout the holiday period.

The NCM said maximum temperatures could range between 35°C and 43°C along coastal areas and islands, while inland regions may see highs of 43°C to 48°C. Mountainous areas are expected to remain comparatively cooler, with temperatures between 28°C and 35°C.

Residents have been advised to avoid prolonged direct exposure to sunlight during peak daytime hours, particularly during outdoor Eid activities.

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Dubai freezes private school fees for academic year 2026–27

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The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has confirmed that private school fees across Dubai will remain unchanged for the 2026–27 academic year following a leadership directive aimed at supporting families and maintaining stability in the education sector.

The decision was issued under the guidance of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, and comes as part of wider measures designed to strengthen Dubai’s private education system while easing financial pressure on parents.

The announcement follows approval of Dubai’s second economic incentives package worth Dh1.5 billion, bringing the total value of recent support measures introduced across the emirate to Dh2.5 billion.

Financial support for schools and nurseries

As part of the latest package, private schools regulated by KHDA will receive several forms of operational support, including deferred licence renewal fees and delayed payment of fines.

Early childhood centres will also benefit from exemptions on licence renewal fees, fines and Dubai Municipality market fees.

Additional support from Knowledge Fund Establishment will include partial rent exemptions and extended rent-free periods for centres currently under development.

Authorities said the measures are intended to help education providers maintain operational stability while ensuring families continue to have access to affordable learning options.

Stability for families

Officials said the fee freeze and support measures aim to balance the needs of both families and education providers while reinforcing long-term confidence in Dubai’s education system.

Additional measures announced include temporary freezes on rent increases, deferred rental payments and suspension of certain contractual penalties for education institutions

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