Prioritise communities in SADC TFCAs: President Mnangagwa
The shared commitment to regional cooperation and integration, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development as espoused…
Prioritise communities in SADC TFCAs: President Mnangagwa
The shared commitment to regional cooperation and integration, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development as espoused under the SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) should put communities at the forefront, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said. President Mnangagwa made the remarks at the close of the historic inaugural SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA) Conference and Summit which…
Global Observatory for Genome Editing 2025: Calls for Charter on Emerging Technologies and Human Dignity
on 23 May 2025 in Cambridge, the Unites States, at the end of the 2025 International Summit on Genome Editing, the Global Observatory for Genome Editing issued a Statement calling for a Charter on Emerging Technologies and Human Dignity. A global process of developing such a Charter will facilitate deeper reflection, responsibility, and moral purpose and protect…
LIMCOM and GLTFCA Join Forces for Sustainable Freshwater Management
During the SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas International Conference held in Harare, Zimbabwe over the period 19 – 21 May 2025, the International Coordinator for the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area, Mr. Gwinyai Muti mentioned that the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Limpopo Watercourse Commission (LIMCOM) and the Great Limpopo Transfrontier…
Overview of AI Capabilities in Parliamentary Processes: A New Vision for Zimbabwe’s Digital Parliament
On May 22, 2025, Dr. Shakemore Chinofunga, Executive Director of ICT at Chinhoyi University of Technology, stood before Parliament with a powerful message: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not a distant innovation—it is the present force that must drive Zimbabwe’s national development strategy. Speaking with urgency and clarity, he presented a compelling blueprint for embedding…
SADC TFCAs drive eco-tourism, climate resilience, and rural development
The Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) Framework under the Southern African Development Community (SADC) complements regional strategies in eco-tourism, climate resilience, and rural development, and contributes meaningfully to national goals of equity and shared prosperity. This came to the fore in opening remarks by Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade and Chairperson of…
Chinhoyi loses lustre as city fails to collect garbage
Story by Violet Mashonga Chinhoyi, nestled in Zimbabwe’s Mashonaland West Province, is grappling with a severe refuse collection crisis that has left its residents in a precarious situation. The local authority’s failure to collect refuse has resulted in streets being littered with garbage, creating an eyesore and a serious health hazard. The crisis, which…
AI a transformative force for redefining Parliaments
Artificial intelligence (AI) is not just a technological tool but a transformative force that can redefine parliaments, and influence the legislative process and way of engagement with citizens, Hon Tatenda Mavetera, the Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services has said. She made the remarks during the Mini-Symposium on Artificial Intelligence at the New Parliament…
Fixing Transport Key to Cutting Africa’s Food Insecurity
A new World Bank report reveals that transportation inefficiencies are causing significant food losses in Africa. Thirty-seven percent of locally produced food is lost in transit due to slow processing times, poor infrastructure, and non-tariff barriers. According to the report, Transport for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa: Strengthening Supply Chains, prioritizing investments in 50 transportation…
SADC committed to conservation, sustainable development, and regional integration
Zimbabwe convened a meeting of the Ministers responsible for Environment, Natural Resources, and Tourism on the sidelines of the historic inaugural SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA) Conference and Summit as a testament to the southern region’s commitment to conservation, sustainable development, and regional integration. These sentiments were captured in the remarks by the Minister…
Non-state actors outline expectations for SADC Transfrontier Conservation
As Zimbabwe is hosting the SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) Summit from 19–23 May 2025 at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) Zimbabwe, non-state actors have outlined their expectations under the initiative. The summit is under the theme “25 Years of Cooperation for Regional Integration and Sustainable Development.” Leaders and experts will come…
EALA embraces agroecology to transform East Africa’s food
Agroecology has been identified as one of the most important pathways to climate resilience and sustainable food systems transformation in Africa. The approach integrates ecological and social principles into farming practices to address food insecurity, environmental degradation, and poverty, leading to food security, environmental sustainability, and economic development. The second Conference on Agroecology…
Transboundary cooperation pertinent in SADC TFCAs
Member states of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have been urged to uphold collective commitment to transboundary cooperation under the regional bloc’s Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs). Addressing the SADC TFCAs International Conference at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in his welcome remarks in Harare today, Ambassador Tadeous Tafirenyika Chifamba, the Permanent Secretary for Environment,…
Address debt constraints to spur economic development: Parly Speaker Mudenda
Advocate Jacob F. N. Mudenda, the Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe, has urged the need to address the debt constraint on the country’s fiscal flexibility and investment capability to spur economic development. This came to the fore in a keynote address delivered on his behalf by Hon C. Chiduwa, the Chairperson of the Parliamentary…
Supreme Court throws away appeal against Moffat Marashwa led war veterans
The Supreme Court has thrown away with costs, an appeal against the whole judgment of the High Court of Zimbabwe sitting at Chinhoyi handed down by Justice Bachi Muzawazi on 30 November 2024 in case number HCCC181/24 in which an interdict was granted against the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) led by Cephas…
AMC and TICON Conferences promise insightful sessions and networking opportunities
Between 20 and 22 August 2025, the African Marketing Confederation (AMC) and Technology Information Confederation Africa (TICON Africa) will be hosting their annual conferences in the tranquil setting of Ghana’s Labadi Beach Hotel. The events were officially launched today, 15 May through a live link to Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra, in Ghana. The launch…
Harare Targets More Illegal Structures in Sweeping Demolition Drive
Writes Valentine Maponga Harare – Authorities in Zimbabwe’s capital have launched an extensive campaign to demolish illegal structures as part of efforts to combat land invasion and uphold urban planning regulations, city officials said. The Harare City Council said the demolitions are being carried out under the Regional, Town, and Country Planning Act, targeting…
Six reasons why resolving the trade impasse between Malawi and Tanzania made sense
Writes Daniel Njiwa A series of events unfolded over the last few weeks culminating in a landmark agreement to resume trade between Malawi and Tanzania, a commendable gesture and a strong demonstration that Africa is on the right track and committed to charting a homegrown path to economic and #foodsystems transformation. While some of…
NAC honours journalists for excellence in covering HIV response
The National AIDS Council (NAC) continued with its practice of honouring excellence in media coverage of the HIV national response by awarding outstanding journalists at a colourful ceremony held at the Cresta Lodge in Harare yesterday. In her address on behalf of Hon Douglas Mombeshora, the Minister of Health and Child Care, Nester Mukwehwa,…
Harvesting Hope: Women in Hurungwe Transform Their Lives Through Mushrooms
In the heart of Zimbabwe’s tobacco belt, a quiet transformation is taking root. In small rural communities in Hurungwe District, women are harnessing the power of mushrooms to grow not just food—but dignity, income, and resilience. Supported by the Zimbabwe Resilience Building Fund (ZRBF) with financial assistance from the European Union and the Embassy of…
Speaker Mudenda leads Parliamentary delegation to China
To kickstart a fully packed programme, Speaker of Parliament, Honourable Advocate J.F.N Mudenda, who is leading a parliamentary delegation on a bilateral visit to China, embarked on an enriching itinerary, visiting iconic institutions that showcase China’s rich history, innovative prowess, and political landscape. Speaker Mudenda visited the Palace Museum (Forbidden City), the Ant Group…
Future of Africa’s food systems depend on youth: AGRA Board Chair
Board chairman of AGRA and former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Dessalegn says the future of Africa’s food systems depends on the youth of the continent. Speaking at the launch of the Africa Food Systems Forum in Dakar, Senegal, he said the youth are already doing great things in Africa’s agriculture, and efforts to make…
ICGEB a platform for knowledge transfer: Dr Deckster Savadye
Dr. Deckster Savadye, the Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of the National Biotechnology Authority of Zimbabwe (NBA), who is currently in India, New Dehli, attending the 31st Board Meeting of the ICGEB said the country is set to benefit immensely from its participation in this forum. Speaking to Spiked Online Media from India, Dr….
ZCSOSUNA media training promotes food and nutrition security
Zimbabwe Civil Society Organizations Scaling Up Nutrition Alliance (ZCSOSUNA), with financial and technical support from UNICEF, in collaboration with key government ministries and departments, held a training workshop to empower journalists to go beyond numbers to using data-driven storytelling to uncover meaningful insights, raising public awareness, influencing policy and shifting consumption behaviors when reporting on…
Indigenous and Neglected Food Crops: Gateway to Sustainable Tourism and Growth in Africa and the Caribbean
By FANRPAN Convening multi-stakeholder policy dialogues is one of the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN). Convening policy dialogues is crucial for promoting evidence-informed policymaking, fostering mutual understanding, and achieving better policy outcomes. It allows stakeholders to engage in a structured process of discussing issues, identifying priorities, and finding common ground….
Youth shaping the future of agriculture and food systems in Africa
Across the African continent, there is an increased recognition of the role youth and young people must play in shaping the future of agriculture and food systems. That was captured in the remarks by Dr. Tshilidzi Madzivhandila, the Chief Executive Officer of the Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) today during…
Chipo the Gift 4 tackles issues affecting women and young people
In its fourth season, Chipo the Gift continues to punch above its weight as it tackles issues mainly afflicting women and young people. This award-winning 13-episode-per-season drama with an unparalleled viewership of 3.2 million people per episode. The play has become such a critical multi-subject carrier of matters too difficult to grapple with in our…
A Proud Moment for NetOne: Leading Through Innovation
NetOne continues to break new ground in Zimbabwe’s telecommunications industry, recently earning the distinguished Innovation Award 2025 at the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) Mashonaland Region Awards. This accolade underscores the company’s resolute commitment to transformative innovation and delivering meaningful impact to communities across the nation. The award was received by the Group’s Chief…
CAMFED’s Learner Guide Program is Transforming Education in Ghana
When 14-year-old Aba returned to school after nearly dropping out due to financial hardship and domestic pressure, she was not sure she belonged. But that changed when Fati – a soft-spoken young woman in a CAMFED T-shirt – entered her classroom. Fati, a former student from the same community, was now a Learner Guide, and…
Prof Eunor Guti of ZAOGA FIF Preaches Peace and Love
Writes Ronnie Chisamba Senior Archbishop Prof Eunor Guti of ZAOGA Forward in Faith Ministries International (FIF) said the church promotes peace and love and fundamentally believes in nation-building. She revealed this during a press briefing on the sidelines of the church’s 65th-anniversary celebrations at the City Sports Center Harare yesterday afternoon. The…
Mothers’ Day: Motherhood, peer education reshape Melissa’s future preparation
Melissa Sibanda is a 25-year-old single mother who lives in Reuben, Epworth on the outskirts of Harare. For a year, she served as a Doctors Without Borders (MSF) peer educator in the Adolescents Sexual Reproductive Health (ASRH) project which provides comprehensive SRH healthcare to adolescents and young people in Mbare and Epworth suburbs. Melissa’s…
Revised RAIPs position SADC as a leader in transition towards food sovereignty
The Southern African Development Community (SADC)’s revised regional agricultural investment plans (RAIPs) position the regional bloc as a continental leader in working towards an agri-food transition that responds to the multi-faceted impacts of climate change by adopting sustainable approaches (agroecology); empowering smallholder farmers (particularly women, youth, and vulnerable people); supporting the use of indigenous knowledge;…
HRT welcomes plans to establish a secondary school in Budiriro 5
The Harare Residents Trust (HRT) has welcomed plans to facilitate an agreement between the City of Harare and Mineral Wave, a private company in a public-private partnership for the construction of a secondary school in Budiriro 5. Responding to the development, Precious Shumba, the HRT Executive Director said that would be the greatest news…
Blessed Mhlanga’s Fury Exposes Zimbabwe’s Broken Justice
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi The fenced gate of Harare Central Remand Prison swung open on Wednesday night, releasing Alpha Media journalist Blessed Mhlanga after 73 days of pre-trial detention. But the man who emerged was not the same one who entered. Watching Mhlanga’s press interview following his release, one could not help but…
Dr Perkins Muredzi urges peace ahead of commemoration of Russia’s Victory Day
Dr. Perkins Muredzi, the inaugural President of the Association of Russian Trained Professionals (ARTPRO), has urged peace ahead of Russia’s Victory Day on the 9th of May 2025. The 9th of May 2025 marks Victory Day — a solemn and deeply significant date in the history of Russia and the wider world. It is…
President Ruto sets bold agenda for Africa-China ties through trade-driven partnerships
President Ruto calls for a reimagined Sino-African partnership focused on infrastructure, industrial value chains, and minerals beneficiation. His vision aligns with SADC’s priorities for trade-based development and inclusive growth through value addition in mineral-rich economies. China is now Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest trading partner. Over 3,000 Chinese companies operate in Africa, most from the private sector….
Competition for schools aligns educational reforms with SDGs, Agenda 2063
The Official Launch of the Schools’ SDGs Competitions by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education aligns educational reforms with the Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2063 by equipping learners to address global challenges through local action. “It is my privilege to deliver the keynote address at the Official Launch of the Schools SDGs Competitions….
Israel starves more than 66,000 Palestinian children in Gaza Strip
More than 66,000 children in the Gaza Strip are suffering from severe malnutrition due to the starvation policy that Israel continues to implement, following the closure of the crossings and the prevention of the entry of relief aid for more than two months. Since March 2, the Israeli occupation authorities have closed the crossings with…
Fastjet partners with APG Zambia as its General Sales Agent
HARARE, ZIMBABWE | Fastjet Zimbabwe is pleased to announce the appointment of Air Promotion Group (Zambia) as its official General Sales Agent (GSA) in Zambia, effective immediately. This strategic partnership marks a significant step forward in Fastjet Zimbabwe’s efforts to expand its footprint following the recent launch of flights between Harare, Zimbabwe, and Lusaka, Zambia. With their strong…
CAADP 3 demonstrates commitment to reshaping Africa’s agri-food systems
The launch of the third ten-year Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) embodies stakeholders’ collective commitment to reshaping Africa’s agri-food systems and securing a prosperous future for all. “We all know the journey from Maputo to where we are, and we have made significant strides in driving sustainable agricultural growth, enhancing food security, and strengthening…
CAADP Launch: RECs, farmer organisations pledge partnerships for agricultural success
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Regional economic communities (RECs) and farmer organisations have welcomed the official launch of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action Plan and Kampala Declaration following its approval by the African Union Head of State and Government in January 2025 wherein they pledged to contribute their expertise to the…
AFSPAN, NSAs pledge partnership with African Union to drive agricultural development
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – The Africa Food Systems Parliamentarian Network (AFSPAN) together with the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Non-State Actors (NSAs) have pledged to support the African Union Commission (AUC) to drive agriculture on the continent. In their meeting with Mr. Moses Vilakati, the Commissioner for the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development,…
Parliament plays key role in combating illicit financial flows: Chief Charumbira
Parliamentary institutions play a key role in strengthening the legislative frameworks of Member States in the fight against illicit and tax avoidance-related financial flows (ITAFF) and in overseeing good governance, Chief Charumbira, the President of the Pan African Parliament has said. He made the remarks today in Lusaka, Zambia at the 4th Sub Committee…
CAADP: Commissioner Vilakati sets 100 days plan to improve African Agriculture
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Mr. Moses Vilakati, the Commissioner for the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment (DARBE) in the African Union Commission (AUC) has set a 100-day plan to measure performance of the department in improving African Agriculture under the Africa Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action…
7th Africa-wide Agricultural Extension Week a platform for information sharing
The 7th Africa-wide Agricultural Extension Week slated for the 12th to the 16th of May 2025 is an opportunity for the exchange of information and knowledge among countries and other stakeholders in farming. This was revealed by Dr. Silim M. Nahdy, the Executive Director of the African Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (AFAAS) who…
Mashonaland West Province poised to meet wheat production targets
Writes Violet Mashonga The sun rises over the fields of Makonde District in Mashonaland West Province, casting a warm glow over the lush green wheat crops. Recently, Provincial Agronomist S. Makaza and District Agronomist T. Marovora embarked on a mission to assess the progress of winter wheat preparations and planting in the district. Their…
