Social Protection System Strengthening Programme to support vulnerable citizens
The launch of the Social Protection System Strengthening Programme is a key priority of the…
Social Protection System Strengthening Programme to support vulnerable citizens
The launch of the Social Protection System Strengthening Programme is a key priority of the Government of Zimbabwe to support vulnerable citizens. This is a positive move towards a prosperous and empowered upper-middle-income society by 2030 and is a testament to the commitment to investing in social protection to support vulnerable citizens, from the womb…
How Targeting Women with Climate-Smart Innovations Amplifies Resilience
If you look around a Senegalese village, you will see the connection. Farmers under a mango tree drinking the afternoon pot of attaya (tea). A cluster of children from all corners of the community magnetically gathered around a soccer ball like Mecca and the idea that they could be the next Sadio Mané. Or a…
HIV and nutrition: Indigenous plant-based food providing key nutrients
To boost the immunity of HIV-positive people, wild or Indigenous plants are sources of key nutrients and useful to ensure healthy living, Dr. Batsirai Chipurura from the Department of Nutrition Dietetics and Food Sciences at the University of Zimbabwe has said. He was addressing participants attending a workshop organised by the National AIDS Council…
Address mother-to-child transmission for an HIV-free generation: Dr Owen Mugurungi
If stakeholders are serious about creating a new HIV-free generation, there is a need to start addressing mother-to-child transmission, Dr. Owen Mugurungi, the Director of the AIDS and TB Unit in the Ministry of Health and Child Care has said. He was sharing the journey in pursuit of achieving epidemic control of HIV during the…
Pfumvudza enhancing agricultural productivity: Minister Masuka
Writes Violet Mashonga The Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development, Dr Amxious Masuka, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to food security, emphasizing that the Ffumvudza program introduced by President Emerson Mnangagwa plays a crucial role in enhancing agricultural productivity. Addressing farmers and stakeholders during a field day at Headman Peter…
Prioritise HIV and other health matters: Media urged
Dr. Aspect Maunganidze, the Permanent Secretary for Health and Child Care has urged the media, particularly editors and station managers continue to prioritize HIV-related morbidities within their coverage and reports. He made the remarks in a keynote address during the official opening of the workshop organised by the National AIDS Council for updates on HIV…
Early cervical cancer screening saves millions of lives
The early and accurate screening as well as initiation to treatment of cervical cancer can save millions of lives, Dr Lindelwe Ncube from the University of Zimbabwe’s Biomedical Engineering Department has said. Dr. Ncube was addressing journalists attending a workshop for editors and station managers at the Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT) Hotel, running…
HIV incidence, prevalence declining over time: National AIDS Council
The National AIDS Council (NAC) has said there has been a decrease in HIV incidence and prevalence over time, a two-day workshop for editors and station managers that kicked off today in Chinhoyi has heard. In a presentation delivered on his behalf by Lameck Munangaidzwa (NAC Monitoring and Evaluation officer), Dr. Amon Mpofu, the…
Trump’s Second Term: A Rare Opportunity for Real African Energy Independence
By NJ Ayuk (Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber) The USD4.7 billion Mozambique loan is just the beginning — a proof of concept for what collaboration with the U.S. can achieve Donald Trump’s return to the White House in 2025 represents a pivotal moment for Africa’s fossil fuel industry. His administration’s swift reapproval of…
Geza organised March 31 protests: Zimbabweans speak
There have been mixed feelings about the protest organised by a war veteran in hiding, Blessed Geza, who had called for mass demonstrations to force the resignation of President Mnangagwa on 31 March 2025. Dr Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, thanked Zimbabweans for the peace and tranquillity experienced throughout…
AfDB approves $50 million trust fund to end school-age hunger in Africa
The End School-Age Hunger Fund (ESAH) was approved on 20 March to bolster school meal programmes in targeted African countries The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) approved the establishment of a fund to help put an end to hunger and malnutrition among school-age children in Africa. The End School-Age…
Zimbabwe to host SA, New Zealand for Tests, T20I tri-series
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) is thrilled to announce that Zimbabwe will host South Africa and New Zealand in a massive international cricket showdown spanning from June to August, featuring high-stakes Test matches and an electrifying T20 International (T20I) tri-nation series. The highly anticipated tours will begin with Zimbabwe taking on South Africa in a gripping two-match…
Symposium advances technologies to improve health outcomes for Zimbabweans
A Leadership in Health Technology Symposium held in Harare today (29 March 2025 ), organized by Siza Mukwedini and Kuda Makuzwa of Matamba Film Labs was meant to improve health outcomes for Zimbabwe. In her remarks at the workshop, Pamela Tremont, the United States Ambassador to Zimbabwe, commended the support of the U.S. President’s…
Governor Adeleke congratulates Osun-born scholar, Prof. Adetunji on inclusion in World’s Top 2% scientists
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has welcomed the inclusion of an Osun-born scholar, Professor Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji, in the ranking of top 2% scientists in the World, as yet another recognition of the outstanding potential possessed by the state on the global stage. The governor celebrated Prof. Adetunji for the honor…
Mudenda leads Zimbabwean delegation to Botswana for historic SADC Treaty signing ceremony
In a landmark event marking a significant stride towards regional integration, Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe and Chairman of the Strategic Lobbying Team for the Transformation of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) into a Regional Parliament, led a distinguished delegation to witness the signing ceremony of the…
Southern Africa Commemorates the Proclamation of the DPCW with a Call for Institutionalising Peace
Pretoria, South Africa – March 25, 2025 – The 9th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) took place at Brooklyn Lodge, Pretoria, bringing together high-level officials, ambassadors, representatives from NGOs and IGOs, and members of civil society. The event, hosted by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light…
Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe achieves strong 2024 performance
Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe achieved a historical cost profit of ZWG1,1 billion for the year ended 31 December 2024. After adjusting for once-off technical accounting losses of ZWG 389 million incurred on its investment property portfolio at the beginning of the year, when the bank’s functional currency changed, and fair value gains of ZWG 51…
Upgraded UZ laboratory to improve polio surveillance and diagnostics
The commissioning of the University of Zimbabwe (UZ) Polio Laboratory has been described as a landmark achievement in the collective journey toward a polio-free world, emanating from the envisaged improvement in disease surveillance and diagnostics. This state-of-the-art facility stands as a testament to the unwavering commitment of Zimbabwe, in collaboration with global partners like…
MP initiates ‘Pad up Kadoma’ initiative to keep girls in school
Writes Chimeno Azriel In a bid to support the educational and menstrual health needs of girl children in his constituency, Kadoma Central Member of Parliament has launched the ‘Pad Up Kadoma’ initiative to collect and distribute sanitary pads to 20 primary and secondary schools in the city, targeting girls who frequently miss lessons due…
Integrated development planning a hallmark for ZUNSDCF success: UN’s Edward Kallon
The success of the Zimbabwe United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (ZUNSDCF) is hinged on integrated development planning, His Excellency Mr. Edward Kallon, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator has said. He made the remarks at the 2022-2026 Zimbabwe UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework Annual Steering Committee Meeting for 2024 on Wednesday 26 March…
Medical aid societies vehicles for healthcare delivery: AHFoZ
Medical aid societies are an essential vehicle for sound healthcare delivery, the Association of Healthcare Founders of Zimbabwe (AHFoZ) Chief Executive, Ms. Shylet Sanyanga has said. She said this yesterday during a media tour at the AHFoZ Head Office in Harare to familiarize journalists with the medical aid industry. “We’ve been intending to do this…
Competition on wetlands protection targets school children
Writes Edgar Gweshe Birdlife Zimbabwe (BLZ), in collaboration with the Harare Wetlands Trust (HWT) and the Netherlands Embassy in Zimbabwe, has launched an art and essay competition aimed at raising awareness on wetlands protection. The competition, being held under the theme, “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future” is open to primary and secondary school students….
National Biotechnology Authority leading in developing regulatory framework for genome editing
To ensure that modern technologies are developed and used in an ethical, safe, and equitable manner, the National Biotechnology Authority (NBA) is leading in the development of a regulatory framework for genome editing in Zimbabwe. The Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development, Prof. Fanuel Tagwira…
ZUNSDCF driving efforts towards sustainable development in Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (ZUNSDCF) serves as a critical mechanism for providing strategic direction and policy oversight to the institutional arrangement to drive efforts towards sustainable development in Zimbabwe. This came to the fore in the keynote address by the Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet given by Dr….
Stakeholders hail consultative process in City of Harare Environment and Climate Policy formulation
Stakeholders have said the process of coming up with the City of Harare’s Environment and Climate Policy has been very inclusive in several respects. This emerged last week at a multi-stakeholder dialogue forum that brought together representatives from the Government, Local Authorities within the Harare metropolitan area, the Private Sector, and Civil Society to…
Water and sanitation spur Africa’s development aspirations
Water and sanitation play an important role in the pursuit of Africa’s development aspirations given their direct bearing on all basic social and economic indicators, Hon Vangelis Haritatos, the Deputy Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has said. He made the remarks during the official opening of the Southern Africa Sub-regional…
Khanondo Safaris offers cruise-liners for Zambezi River sunset cruises in Victoria Falls
100-Seater King Lobengula III offers five-star service 80-Seater King Lobengula I delivers a cruise of a lifetime Dedicated local Victoria Falls Tour Guides on hand for cruises Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe | Khanondo Safaris and Tours has reintroduced its iconic cruises on the Mighty Zambezi River in Victoria Falls after undergoing extensive refurbishment and upgrading…
NetOne Bridges the Digital Divide with MoGigs — More Access, More Hustle, More Life
Zimbabwe’s leading telecommunications provider, NetOne has always been at the forefront of driving digital inclusion and empowering communities through innovative connectivity solutions. With a solid nationwide network and a clear focus on affordable services, NetOne continues to deliver products that speak directly to the needs of the people. Among its flagship offerings is MoGigs…
Turning Drought into Opportunity: One Farmer’s Innovation in Mwenezi
In the drought-prone district of Mwenezi, Zimbabwe, farmers battle unpredictable rainfall and dwindling agricultural yields. Climate change has made traditional farming methods unreliable, forcing smallholder farmers to seek new solutions. For Chizivano Shava, a lead farmer in the Climate Resilient Livelihoods (CRL) project, innovation is not just an option, it’s a necessity. Supported by…
AMCOW workshop spotlights water resources development, management and planning in Africa
The African Ministers’ Council on Water (AMCOW) is holding a three-day workshop in Harare to promote the effective management of the continent’s water resources and provision of water supply services. In his address during the first day of the workshop today, Engineer Tinayeshe Mutazu, the Chief Director of Water Resources, Irrigation Development, and National…
STEM Quest Robotics Challenge: A Transformational Leap in Zimbabwe’s Education
On the 22nd of March 2025, the serene mining town of Zvishavane was abuzz with the excitement of young, curious minds and innovative ideas. The STEM Quest Robotics Challenge, held at Errymaple International School, proved to be a groundbreaking event, bringing together over 30 teams from various parts of Zimbabwe to demonstrate their creative and…
We are not planning demonstrations: War veterans under ZNLWVA
Legitimate founders of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) have distanced themselves from concerned citizens planning a demonstration, stating that the organization was not consulted and that they can not participate in illegal activities. The ZNLWVA, led by Comrade Moffat Marashwa is therefore demanding that their name must be removed from the…
Mashonaland East war veterans honoured through Presidential Empowerment Schemes
President Emmerson Dambudzo (ED) Mnangagwa yesterday in Murehwa, through Dr. Paul Tungwarara, the Presidential Investment Advisor, reaffirmed the sacred debt to freedom fighters in Mashonaland East Province by providing war veterans with the Presidential War Veterans Fund, Borehole Drilling, and Housing Schemes. The event happened in Murehwa Centre on 22 March 2025 and was…
Old Mutual’s Value Creation Challenge Expanding Opportunities for Youth and Startups
Harare, Zimbabwe – The Eight2Five Innovation Hub, powered by Old Mutual Zimbabwe, has launched the 5th edition of its renowned and award-winning Value Creation Challenge (VCC). This year, the initiative aims to cast a wider net and will see the Eight2Five Innovation Hub team embarking on a nationwide tour to onboard and educate startups and businesses…
Proposed IPEC Amendment Bill detrimental to sustainability of medical aid system: AHFoZ
The Association of Healthcare Funders of Zimbabwe (AHFoZ) is of the view that the Insurance and Pensions Commission (IPEC) Amendment Bill of 2024 will bring significant disruption which may be detrimental to the sustainability of the medical aid system. This was in response to the announcement on the IPEC social media platform that there…
Stakeholders share proposals for City of Harare Environment and Climate Policy
A multi-stakeholder collaborative dialogue is contributing to the development of the City of Harare Environment and Climate Policy that addresses the confluence of climate change and environmental sustainability and hence contributes towards the city’s sunshine status. In his welcome remarks at the workshop in Harare today, Eng Phakamile Mabhena Moyo, the City of Harare’s…
Brondesbury Park Hotel Nyanga hails support of local tourists
The Brondesbury Park Hotel Nyanga is satisfied with the support that it is getting from domestic tourists. Nyasha Makanza, the hotel’s general manager said local tourists are providing a stable income stream and are also supporting local economies. “As a player in the hospital industry, we are satisfied with the support that we are getting…
Ideialab Among Five African Ecosystem Builders Set to Receive Up to MZN 16M From Village Capital
Maputo, Mozambique — ideialab has been selected as one of five standout ecosystem builders for the next phase of Village Capital’s Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Africa (ESEA) program. With support from Norad – the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, ideialab will receive up to USD 260K (approx. MZN 16M) to empower climate-focused startups in Mozambique….
NetOne Embarks on Strategic Visit to Barcelona to Drive Network Expansion and Modernisation
In a bid to bolster its technological capabilities and align with global advancements in telecommunications, a high-level delegation from NetOne, Zimbabwe’s leading mobile network operator, recently visited Barcelona, Spain. The trip was centered around key areas such as network expansion, network modernization, 5G technology, knowledge transfer, and cybersecurity. The visit underscores NetOne’s commitment to enhancing…
US$2 million Presidential Youth Empowerment Revolving Fund launched
President Mnangagwa today launched a US$2 million Presidential Youth Empowerment Revolving Fund that is earmarked to fund youth income-generating projects. HE Mnangagwa also announced the launch of a US$5 million Presidential Youth Mining Equipment Scheme for young artisanal miners and urged beneficiaries to exercise high levels of morality and ethical consideration. “The schemes…
Cimas partners Smilestar in oral healthcare for remote and underserved communities
Founder of Smilestar, a United Kingdom (UK)-based dental organisation, Dr. Mitesh Badiani, has commended their partnership with Cimas Health Group for successfully achieving its goals of providing free access to oral healthcare to remote and underserved communities in Matabeleland North province. Smilestar, a charity dental organisation partnered with Cimas Health Group, the country’s longest-established…
CAADP’s 10-year programme aims to intensify sustainable food production
The strategy and action plan for the development of agriculture under the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP), for 10 years, intensifies sustainable food production, agro-industrialization, and trade, aimed at transforming the continent’s agri-food systems. These efforts are centred on strengthening agricultural input systems, promoting environmentally friendly practices, adopting emerging and existing technologies, promoting…
Mary Anibal’s Nyimbo zaKwatu: A Celebration of African music, culture and women’s empowerment
Writes Herzel Mushayabasa With her mesmerizing blend of traditional Zimbabwean melodies and modern Afro-fusion beats, Mary Anibal is taking the music world by storm. This award-winning singer, mbira player, and percussionist has come a long way since her humble beginnings as a session musician in 2016 with a string of show-stopping performances at…
Driving Zimbabwe’s Economic Recovery Through Agriculture: ENAZ Symposium Set to Lead the Way
The Entrepreneurs Network Association of Zimbabwe (ENAZ) is set to host a groundbreaking symposium on April 11, 2025, in Harare, bringing together key stakeholders in agriculture, finance, and policy to drive Zimbabwe’s economic resurgence. This high-level event will underscore the agricultural sector’s indispensable role in steering Zimbabwe toward its Vision 2030 goals, focusing on food…
Fastjet connects Harare to Lusaka with new flight schedule
Fastjet Zimbabwe, the award-winning airline, is pleased to announce the introduction of a scheduled flight service from Zimbabwe’s capital city of Harare to Lusaka, Zambia commencing on Wednesday 09 April 2025. The new route will operate three (3) times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Fastjet will deploy a 50-seater Embraer ERJ145 aircraft…
