Japanese masters test Zim karate talent

So-Kyokushin Do chief Shihan Samson Muripo said the event was aimed at preparing Zimbabwe's athletes for tougher international contests.
By Austin Karonga Aug. 5, 2026

Muripo bows out in grace

With two world karate titles under his belt, Muripo could have chosen to be arrogant and beat his own drum after he reached for the stars not once, but twice.
By Austin Karonga Dec. 24, 2023

Muripo leaves tatami a happy man

“I can’t say I lost, but the sport lost through worrying decisions by the referees from the hosts,” Muripo told NewsDay Sport.
By Austin Karonga Dec. 5, 2023