Zim Courts Not Captured

ZIMBABWE’S courts have demonstrated independence and transparency by initiating a process to ensure that judges appointed under Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Act (CAA3) do not sit on the Constitutional Court bench hearing challenges to…

Westridge Head, Wife Back in Court on November 17

The fraud case involving Westridge Primary School head Thakorbhai Kanjee and his wife Jaya will continue on November 17. The couple, aged 73 and 71 respectively, are accused of fraudulently increasing their shareholding in a family-owned…

Perya Game Rules: What You Should Know About Color Game and Drop Ball

If you’ve visited a Filipino fiesta or local fair, chances are you’ve spotted a perya game or two. These carnival favorites bring people together through colorful booths, exciting challenges, and games involving dice, balls, numbers, and different skills.  Some activities test coordination, while others depend entirely on chance. Color Game and Drop Ball belong to the latter category, although they use different ways to determine their results.  So, how do they work? Both are fairly easy to follow, but their rules and winning conditions aren’t quite the same. Let’s take a closer look.  Color Game: How Do You Play?  Color Game is a familiar attraction at traditional and digital Filipino perya booths. Instead of numbered dice, it uses three dice with six colored faces.  The goal is simple: choose a color before the dice are rolled. A typical game board features these six options:  Red  Blue  Yellow  Green  White  Pink  Players can select one color or spread their wagers across several choices. The result depends on whether the selected color appears on the dice and how many times it shows up.  Understanding Color Game Results  Let’s say you choose red. Once the three dice are rolled, the number of matching red faces determines the result.  In common betting formats, more matching dice generally mean higher payouts. One match pays less than two, while three matching dice may qualify for the highest standard payout.  Keep in mind that payout ratios and special features vary between versions. It’s always better to check the posted rules or official paytable before participating.  What Determines a Color Game Winner?  The three dice determine the winning result. If at least one die displays your selected color, you have a match. If none shows that color, the selection does not win.  One thing worth remembering: every roll is an independent event. Previous combinations don’t influence the next result, so there’s no reliable way to predict which color will appear.  Drop Ball: How Does It Work?  Now, let’s switch from colorful dice to a bouncing ball.  Drop Ball uses a ball and a playing field containing pegs, obstacles, or designated landing areas. The objective is to predict or select where the ball will land, depending on the game’s format.  After the ball is released, it travels through the board or designated path until it reaches a final position. That landing area determines the outcome.  What Determines a Drop Ball Winner?  Unlike Color Game, which checks the colors displayed on three dice, Drop Ball focuses on the ball’s final landing position.  The exact mechanics can vary depending on the game. Here are some elements that may affect its setup:  Board design: The arrangement of pegs, obstacles, and landing areas.  Release mechanism: How the ball enters the playing field.  Available selections: The possible landing positions players can choose.  Winning conditions: The rules that determine which results qualify.  Some digital versions may include multipliers, bonus rounds, or card-based matching mechanics. These are platform-specific additions, not standard features of every Drop Ball game.  The basic idea remains the same: follow the ball and check whether it lands in your selected area.  Color Game vs. Drop Ball: What Sets Them Apart?  At first glance, both games follow a similar routine:  Choose an outcome → Wait for the result → Check for a match. …

Govt Urges Businesses to Turn Disability Commitments into Jobs

By Lloyd Mangoh Businesses have been challenged to move beyond disability inclusion policies and public commitments and demonstrate tangible results through the recruitment, retention and promotion of persons with disabilities. The challenge was made by the…

CNRG Calls for Greater Protection of Women in Mining Communities

By Rutendo Maraire The Centre for Natural Resource Governance (CNRG) has called for stronger protection of women’s rights, safety and dignity in mining communities amid growing concerns over sexual exploitation, violations, reproductive health rights, gender-based violence…

Zimbabwe Looks to Russia for Cancer Treatment Technology and Expertise

Zimbabwe is seeking to strengthen its healthcare system through partnerships with Russian pharmaceutical manufacturers, with a particular focus on improving access to cancer treatment and specialised medical services. The initiative follows a business visit by Vice-President…

African Distillers Sales Volumes Surge as Revenue Hits US$56.5m

African Distillers Limited (AFDIS) recorded a 35 percent increase in sales volumes in the six months to September driven by strong growth across its wines, ready-to-drink beverages and spirits segments. Wines led the growth, with sales…