Doek and Slay: Revolutionising Zimbabwe’s entertainment scene
Writes Herzel Mushayabasa The famous women’s event, Doek and Slay, has been making waves in…
Doek and Slay: Revolutionising Zimbabwe’s entertainment scene
Writes Herzel Mushayabasa The famous women’s event, Doek and Slay, has been making waves in Zimbabwe’s entertainment scene since its inception in 2023. This project was officially launched in Harare last month and has taken the entertainment circles by storm due to its large turnouts. According to the event organizers, they identified a gap in…
59, 000 succumb to rabies annually: Department of Veterinary Services
Harare, 04 December 2024 59, 000 people succumb to rabies across the globe and Africa accounts for 25, 000 annually, with the majority being children and those living in marginalised communities, said a senior Government official. In his address to participants from around the world attending the International Course on the Surveillance and Control of…
Sanitary and phytosanitary system aims to harmonise effective measures: AU programme coordinator
Libreville, Gabon 4/12/24 – The policy framework of the African Union’s sanitary and phytosanitary systems seeks to strengthen the efficiency of intra-African trade within the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), senior AU programme coordinator Chiluba Mwape said in Libreville, Gabon. Chiluba Mwape, who was speaking at the fifth coordination session…
FAO Initiates Digital Agriculture Project in Rural Rwanda
Agriculture drives economic growth across Africa, but most smallholder farmers still rely on outdated tools, leading to low yields and profits. Digital technologies offer a solution by streamlining processes, improving access to data, and boosting productivity. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) launched the “Fostering Digital Villages through Innovative Advisory and Profitable Market Services…
African experts analyse implementation of sanitary and phytosanitary policy framework
Libreville, Gabon 03/12/24 – An African Union coordination and consultative forum on sanitary and phytosanitary policy is being held today in Libreville, Gabon, to analyse the development and accelerate actions to safeguard consumer health and facilitate safe trade on the continent. Experts in this area will adopt the action matrix of the issues raised…
NetOne Elevates Festive Joy with the Recharge and Win Christmas Promotion
The festive season is a time of joy, connection, and gratitude, and NetOne, Zimbabwe’s leading telecommunications provider, is ensuring its subscribers experience all three in abundance. With the launch of the NetOne Recharge and Win Christmas Promotion, the company ushers in a season of rewards and community impact, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing customer experiences…
Poorly sequenced investments doing more harm than good in Africa
Writes Charles Dhewa Imagine the Japanese Embassy financing the building of a house at Mpilo Hospital in Bulawayo for victims of Gender-Based Violence but a few kilometres down the road, the Malaleni food market traders continue to sell their commodities in the open space with no shed to protect them from rainfall and the…
Youth-Led Organisations of Persons with Disabilities Must be Included in Decision-Making: Charlene Ruto
Charlene Ruto, the Founder of SMACHs Foundation, which advocates for smart agriculture and climate action, has encouraged the inclusion of youth-led organizations of persons with disabilities in decision-making processes to ensure they are not left behind. Speaking during her maiden visit to the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa at the Shape Africa Summit, as…
ILO’s Global Coalition for Social Justice: Creating an Equitable Future for All
The Global Coalition for Social Justice is a ground-breaking initiative aimed at intensifying collective efforts to urgently address social justice deficits and to accelerate the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Sustainable Development Goals, and the Decent Work Agenda. This emerged today during a media brief with the Ministry of Public Service,…
All set for double book launch by two Kadoma female writers
Writes Chimeno Azriel All is set for the double female book launch by two talented writers which is set to be held in Kadoma on Saturday. In a milestone moment for women’s literature, Ophar Bizabani and Susan Tembo are launching their second books in a highly scheduled double book launch event that will celebrate…
Building safe communities for women and children through transformative empowerment projects
Writes Pylaia Chembe Headman Mandamugiyo was overwhelmed with resolving domestic cases. In his traditional court in Foroma Village, Chipinge District, two out of every five cases were related to Gender Based Violence (GBV). He commented that bread-and-butter issues were largely responsible for the domestic conflicts in his community. This community is in Zimbabwe’s…
Zimbabweans observe International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
Writes Wallace Mawire Ordinary Zimbabwean citizens, church organizations, ruling ZANU-PF party officials, poets, writers, and civil society organizations in Zimbabwe on 29 November 2024 joined the international global community to observe the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People recognized on the same day. The solidarity event was convened by the Palestinian…
Zimbabwe Leads the Charge, Revolutionising Antenatal HIV Care and Inspiring Youth Empowerment
Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot 01 December 2024, Rusape – In the heart of Africa, Zimbabwe stands as a beacon of progress in the global fight against HIV/AIDS. As the nation, led by the Honourable Minister of Health and Child Care Honourable D Mombeshora, commemorated World AIDS Day today in Rusape at the John Cowie Primary School,…
ZNLWVA Leadership Wrangle: High Court issues provisional order in favour of Moffat Marashwa
In the leadership wrangle within the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA), a provisional order was issued by the High Court of Zimbabwe on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in a case involving Elias Moffart Marashwa as the applicant, and Cephas Ncube, Samuel Parirenyatwa, Edward Dube, and two government ministers as respondents. According to the…
Parliament of Zimbabwe relaunches TB Caucus
Writes Muchimba Faro The Deputy Speaker of Zimbabwe’s National Assembly, Honourable Tsitsi Gezi, officially relaunched the Zimbabwe National Tuberculosis Caucus as the guest speaker on Friday at Mandel Training Centre in Harare, renewing the parliamentarians’ willingness to end TB by 2030. Reaffirming Parliament’s commitment by signing the Barcelona Declaration, the Deputy Speaker called for…
Destiny of Afrika Network Rolls Out 5,000 Stands for Harare and Chitungwiza
.. Destiny of Afrika Network Targets 20,000 Housing Units for Harare by 2030, Opens Offices in Diaspora Hubs HARARE – In line with the government’s Vision 2030, Destiny of Afrika’s Housing Project has entered its second phase, with 5,000 housing stands set to be developed in Harare and Chitungwiza. The project aims to provide affordable…
Choppies Enterprises Considers Exiting Zimbabwe Amidst Retail Sector Challenges
Writes Valentine Maponga Harare – November 29, 2024 – Choppies Enterprises Limited, a prominent grocery retailer incorporated in Botswana, has announced that it is in discussions regarding a potential sale of its business operations in Zimbabwe. The company’s board of directors revealed that these negotiations, if successful, could significantly impact the company’s share price. Choppies…
PPC Zimbabwe Takes Measures to Protect Profitability Amidst Rising Costs
Despite a high-cost environment compared to its peers in the region, Pretoria Portland Cement (PPC) Zimbabwe is taking measures to protect profitability amid rising operational costs. This emerged at a press conference in Harare on 29 November 2024 where the cement giant’s management revealed that it recently released its half-year results. Addressing journalists,…
Capital markets play a significant role in the economy: SecZim
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SecZim) has said it is working to make sure that capital markets play a significant role in the economy. This emerged at the SecZim Media Training Workshop in Harare today where it emerged that a capital market is a market where two main commodities are sold –…
African Securities Exchanges Collaborate to Boost Cross-Border Investment
Botswana – Leaders in African securities exchanges have highlighted the need for increased collaboration among African stock exchanges to foster cross-border investment and market integration. At a recent CoSSE Conference held in Botswana, prominent leaders in African finance, including ESCROW Group CEO, Mr. Collen Tapfumaneyi and Stock Exchange of Mauritius CEO, Mr. Sunil Benimandhu, engaged…
World AIDS Day: MSF to roll out long-acting PrEP in southern Africa
Ahead of World AIDS Day on December 1, Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is preparing to roll out long-acting cabotegravir (CAB-LA) for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in its projects in southern Africa. CAB-LA, administered as an injection every two months, has been described as a potential game-changer in the fight against HIV/AIDS and is one…
Zimbabwe, EU reinforce their political and economic partnership
The Government of the Republic of Zimbabwe and the European Union have taken steps to reinforce their political and economic partnership during their formal Partnership Dialogue held yesterday in Harare under the auspices of the Samoa Agreement. This meeting focused on key areas of cooperation, including trade, investment, peace and security, climate action, and development,…
UN committed to addressing climate change in Southern Africa
Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot 28 November 2024, Victoria Falls – At the Partner and Donor Roundtable Discussion on the 5th session of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Committee of Ministers for Disaster Risk, Mr. Edward Kallon, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Zimbabwe, delivered a compelling message on the urgent needs arising from the El…
Stakeholders Come Together to Act Against Gender-Based Violence
Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot 27 November 2024, Mzingwane – The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence was launched today under the global theme “Come Together, Act Now.” The event was led by the Honorable Monica Mutsvangwa, Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, and Dr. Evelyn Ndlovu, Minister of State for Matabeleland…
Keybone Unveils Lyric Video for his single “None Like Me”
Nigerian hip-hop sensation Keybone continues to make waves with the release of his highly anticipated lyric video for “None Like Me.” Keybone is an independent Nigerian artist celebrated for his fresh approach to hip-hop, blending Afrocentric sounds with universal themes. With a string of successful releases under his belt, Keybone continues to captivate audiences with…
Minor Hotels to Launch Anantara Stanley and Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel
Minor Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator, and investor with more than 550 hotels in 56 countries in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and the Americas, announces the upcoming addition to its portfolio in Africa – Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel. A debut for both Minor Hotels and Anantara Hotels & Resorts in…
UNESCO supports development of learner guides for climate change into Zimbabwe school curriculum
Writes Chimeno Azriel In an endeavor to strengthen climate change education in Zimbabwe, UNESCO is supporting the Ministry of Primary and Secondary(MoPSE) to develop learner guides for primary schools’ curricula to strengthen climate change, disaster risk reduction, and education for sustainable development. This came to the fore during a workshop that kicked off on…
From the Broadcasting Studio to the Workshop: UNDP Promoting Disability Inclusion
In a remarkable blend of advocacy and broadcasting, Ian Vambe, a 29-year-old presenter with the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation’s Classic 263 Radio, is championing the rights of persons with disabilities. Through his unique role in the media, Ian is breaking barriers and amplifying the voices of those often overlooked. Ian has been a central figure…
NetOne Brings Christmas Cheer to Gokwe Elderly with Food Hamper Distribution
In a demonstration of corporate social responsibility, NetOne, Zimbabwe’s state-owned mobile network operator, distributed over 100 food hampers to elderly residents in the Masala area of Gokwe, supporting the government’s commitment to leaving no one behind in pursuit of Vision 2030. Contacted for comment after the handover ceremony, NetOne Group Chief Executive Officer Engineer Raphael…
Africa’s fertiliser strategy will bring sustainable agricultural productivity and food sovereignty
African Union Commissioner for the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Ambassador Josefa Correia Sacko reaffirmed in Dakar that the Africa Soil Initiative and the mechanism to finance the action plan provide a clear path to achieving sustainable agricultural productivity and food sovereignty in Africa. The diplomat, who was speaking…
Old Windsor Primary School shines in Pan African Debate and Public Speaking Tournament
In a remarkable display of intellectual prowess and public speaking skills, Old Windsor Primary School from Zimbabwe has emerged as the champion of the Pan African Debate and Public Speaking Tournament held in Nairobi, Kenya. The tournament, which took place at Kasarani Group of Schools, brought together top schools from across the continent to compete…
CARE Receives $750,000 Grant from Project Management Institute Educational Foundation to Empower Youth in Tanzania and Zimbabwe
CARE announced that it has been awarded a $750,000 grant from the Project Management Institute Educational Foundation (PMIEF) to launch the “Leading and Learning with Project Management” initiative. This three-year project/initiative will equip 27,000 youth aged 15-19 in Tanzania and Zimbabwe with essential project management skills, fostering their economic, social, and personal development. The project…
UNDP Hosts training on the Role of Customs Officials in Trade Facilitation under AfCFTA
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Zimbabwe, in collaboration with the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) and the Competition and Tariff Commission (CTC), convened a pivotal training titled “Promoting Prosperity Pathways for Women and Youth-led MSMEs within the AfCFTA: Role of Customs Officials in Trade Facilitation” for Border Officials based at Forbes border post between Zimbabwe…
Diabetes Funding in Africa: Addressing the Growing Crisis
Setfree Mafukidze Diabetes has emerged as a significant health burden globally, but Africa faces unique challenges in managing and funding diabetes care. Over 24 million people in Africa are living with diabetes, with more than half of cases undiagnosed. The region also has the highest projected growth in diabetes prevalence, expected to increase by…
Saving banana in Southern Africa from a deadly fungal disease – Banana Fusarium Wilt Tropical Race 4
Writes Dr Mathew M. Abang Grown in more than 135 countries in the Caribbean, Latin America, Asia, Oceania and Africa, bananas and plantains are staple crops for the food security of some 400 million people. With around 15 percent of global production exported, the total trade value of bananas was about USD 7.5 billion…
Human interest stories spur sustainable development: Fatou Lo
Fatou Lo, the UN Women Representative and Chairperson of the United Nations Communication Group (UNCG) for Zimbabwe has urged the media to focus on human interest stories in their coverage to promote sustainable development. She was addressing a UN-Media Seminar on Development Reporting on 21 November 2024 in Masvingo after the journalists had concluded…
2024 NetOne Albun Honde Valley Marathon unites people, showcases tourism tapestry
The 2024 NetOne Albun Honde Valley Marathon has become a beacon of hope, unity, and purpose, embodying the mobile telephony giant’s commitment to promoting tourism, fostering rural development, and raising awareness about the critical issues of global warming and environmental preservation. These were the sentiments of Engineer Raphael Mushanawani, the NetOne Group Chief Executive…
Zimbabwe’s Groundbreaking CATH-LAB Revolutionises Heart Care
…Minimal Invasive Heart Procedures Now Offered Locally Writes Wendy Olivier Zimbabwe’s healthcare sector has witnessed a major leap forward with the launch of a state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (CATH-LAB), setting new standards for heart disease diagnosis, treatment, and care. Situated at the Trauma Centre, Borrowdale Hospital in Harare, this cutting-edge facility brings hope to many…
ZINARA prioritises road rehabilitation in promoting Vision 2030: Transport Minister
Hon. Felix. T. Mhona, the Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Development has reiterated the Government’s prioritization of road rehabilitation as a key economic enabler towards the realization of Vision 2030. The Minister revealed this on the occasion of the 8th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA) at the Grant…
COP29 missed the mark in responding to the needs of developing countries
Views from Climate Action Network and other CSOs A very bad deal has been passed for people and the planet and as CAN, we will reject the outcome. We are not defeated; we will fight back home, fight in Brazil and we will fix it in Brazil. In Baku, developed countries tried to avoid…
Speaker Mudenda hailed for promoting regional interests
The Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) Executive Committee (EXCO) has hailed the Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe, Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, and the Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, Rt. Hon. Nelly Mutti, for championing the interests of the SADC Region on the global stage and advancing Parliamentary…
Chinese Embassy partners with TRM to assist Mbare inferno victims
Writes Marlvin Ngiza The Chinese Embassy, in partnership with the Teen Rescue Mission on Friday donated stationery, uniforms, and school fees to 100 school children who were selected from the families that were severely impacted by the Mbare inferno that razed down the Mbare complex on 8 October 2024. The packages per family included school…
Zimbabwean Innovator shares an inspiring story at COP29
Writes Reginald Tapfumaneyi Baku, Azerbaijan – Zimbabwean Innovator, Simbarashe Gwenzi, who is currently attending the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan representing the country and his organization YEC Fund, shared an inspiring story of his journey. Gwenzi delivered his presentation during the sidelines of the COP29, at an event titled Youth-Driven Sustainable Cities:…
Africa’s Panel of the Future amplifies youth priorities at a High-Level Town Hall
Africa’s Panel of the Future members participated at a High-Level Intergenerational Youth Town Hall at the 3-day Shape Africa Summit that took place from 14 to 16 November 2024, at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The 2024 Shape Africa Summit, themed “Upskilling for Africa’s Development,” was convened this Africa Youth Month by…
Zimbabwe hosts Privacy Symposium Africa conference
Writes Wallace Mawire Zimbabwe hosted a three-day Privacy Symposium Africa conference from 19 to 21 November 2024 to deliberate on digital privacy issues in Africa. Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Couriers Services, Hon Tatenda Mavetera, said that the conference offered a unique platform to discuss and exchange ideas on privacy and data…
