The management of risks related to plant health is crucial for Africa’s economy and remains a pressing and urgent challenge, AU Commissioner Josefa Correia Sacko said today in Addis Ababa. The diplomat made these remarks while speaking at the launch of the phytosanitary strategy for Africa (2022-2036), which addresses the adoption and promotion of…
Public and private sector entities across Southern Africa’s mining sector are intensifying cooperation to enhance the critical mineral value chain for economic growth. In July 2024, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Botswana signed an agreement (http://apo-opa.co/3LIS6Z6) to upgrade an existing railway line linking the three countries and to build a new line and a deep-water port in…
Binge the full season of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa now Featuring 7 of South Africa’s most ambitious and iconic housewives Liz spills the tea on the show, her cast members and all the drama in between The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa has come to an iconic…
Writes Charles Dhewa By pulling commodities from diverse production zones, African territorial mass markets have become genuine centres of excellence in food systems where a question about any food commodity receives answers from farmers, traders and consumers who interact in the same space. However, the pace at which these markets are growing calls for…
The Post Malabo Framework is going to shape the Food Systems landscape for Africa for the next 10 years, Mrs. Estherine Fotabong, the Director of Agriculture, Food Security and Environmental Sustainability of the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) has said. She said so in her concluding remarks for the Validation Workshop for the Post-Malabo…
The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), will be hosting the Agribusiness Youth Strategy (AAYS) Regional Dialogues on Harmonization, Domestication, and Implementation for the Southern Africa Region in Lilongwe, Malawi from 1 to 2 August 2024. Speaking to this publication ahead of the workshop in…
The Investment Conference held today during the 7th SADC Industralisation Week reignites the spirit of investment to spur domestic and regional economic development. This is the first-ever SADC Investment Conference, a prelude to the 44th Ordinary SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government which shall be running under the theme: “Promoting Innovation to…
Affordable finance, sustainability, and diversification will be among the key issues to be discussed at ZimReal 2024 on August 28th in Harare. Zimbabwe’s premium real estate and property investment conference will bring together local and regional property developers, investors, public sector officials, and asset managers. Leading real estate company, WestProp, is once again the…
DJIBOUTI, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, participated in the Mediators Planning Retreat on Sudan, held in Djibouti, with the participation of 32 countries as well as regional and international organisations. During the meeting, participants discussed international initiatives and efforts aimed at establishing peace in Sudan and developing a collective vision. Sheikh…
Writes Lloyd Rabaya The government has been urged to consider blacklisting companies that fail to deliver on their agreed terms to protect the public interest and ensure uninterrupted service delivery. This came out this week when the Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) hosted their analysis of the Officer of the Auditor Generals (OAG)…
Dr. Najib SOMOUE (Economist and Financial Analyst) Since ascending to the throne, His Majesty King Mohammed VI has adeptly adapted the Kingdom’s economic strategies to fluctuations in international relations and the specifics of the national economy. The economic transition models initiated by the King have always been grounded in solid foundations, reflecting a deep…
Writes Thomas Faranando In a bold move, two pastors in Kadoma have traded in their pulpits for plows, venturing into horticulture to empower their community and challenge the status quo. Their innovative approach has sparked admiration and inspired others to follow suit. Pastor Chinyemba of Great Commission Church and Overseer Pingama of Pentecostal Assembly of…
On August 25, the Alex Sports Club will be transformed into a vibrant hub of style, sophistication, and sisterhood as Doek and Slay presents its highly anticipated event. This year’s theme is ‘Denim and White’, and ladies are encouraged to showcase their best denim ensembles paired with crisp white accents. The organizers said they are…
Mobile telephony giant, Netone Pvt Ltd, ensured that delegates at the UN Gastronomy Tourism for Africa Conference in the resort city of Victoria Falls accessed ubiquitous, uninterrupted connectivity. The company offered a diamond sponsorship package which demonstrated its commitment to supporting national initiatives by connecting thousands of delegates and promoting digital economy and cultural…
Africa’s food systems face multiple shocks and stressors hence the need to embrace resilience and inclusivity in implementing the Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP). In his presentation representing the thematic working group on ‘Enhancing Resilience of Livelihoods and Agri-food Systems to Shocks’ during the ongoing CAADP Validation Workshop for Technical Working Groups…
Writes Catherine Murombedzi Dr. S Banda, Acting Chief Director of Policy Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, welcomed delegates to a three-day conference of the Society for Neuro-Oncology for Sub-Saharan Africa (SNOSSA) in Harare, Zimbabwe. He was speaking on behalf of the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Child Care, Dr Aspect Maunganidze. Dr Banda…
Dr Namukolo Covic is the Director General’s Representative to Ethiopia for the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), CGIAR Ethiopia Country Convenor, and CGIAR Regional Director for East and Southern Africa. Below she discusses how CGIAR can support countries following the African Union Heads of States Summit’s endorsement of the post-Malabo roadmap that outlines a framework…
The Commonwealth Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) Taskforce has assigned a two-time Disability Journalist of the Year award winner, Nyasha Nhau, to engage the nineteen (19) Commonwealth countries in Africa to rally behind the DIAP document proposed to be adopted at the Commonwealth Heads Of Governments Meeting (CHOGM) scheduled for the week of 20 October…
The Interconnections for Making Africa Great Empowered and Sustainable (IMAGES) Initiative, http://imagesinitiatives.org has awarded the 2024 Africa Green Ambassador Award to Her Excellency, Ambassador Josefa Leonel Correia Sacko. Ambassador Sacko is an Angolan, leading African Agronomist and Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Development, African Union Commission. Before her re-election…
The Consortium of African Youth in Agriculture and Climate Change (CAYACC) has played a significant role in promoting youth engagement in the Comprehensive African Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP). Spiked Online Media had an interview with Mwaka Namukonda, the Executive Coordinator of CAYACC in Lusaka, Zambia during the ongoing Validation Workshop for Technical Working Groups…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the frontier of technological innovation, offering unparalleled opportunities to bolster business processes and yield to the sustainable development agenda. This was revealed by Hon. Advocate Jacob F.N. Mudenda, the Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe at the occasion of the inaugural International Business, Governance and Accounting Conference (IBGAC) at the…
The implementation of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) framework across the continent is impacted by agri-food systems and various megatrends including demographic shifts and climate change, Mrs. Estherine Fotabong, the Director of Agriculture, Food Security and Environmental Sustainability of the African Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), has said. She made the remarks in the…
Yvonne S. Mpundu, Zambia’s Permanent Secretary (administration) in the Ministry of Agriculture has said the success of the Post-Malabo process requires the accelerated implementation of policies and programs. She made the address in her keynote address during the official opening of a validation workshop for the Most-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Agenda…
African Union Commissioner, Josefa Correia Sacko, recognised yesterday in Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) that the support of the international community is a fundamental pillar for the development of carbon markets in Africa. Speaking at the Africa Multilateral Conference on Carbon Markets, which runs from 24-26 July, the diplomat said that the concept of carbon markets…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) (www.AfDB.org) has expressed strong support for revitalizing the African Union (AU) Peace Fund, pledging to continue implementing innovative strategies to address fragility and build resilience across the continent. Mrs. Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade, the Bank’s Vice President for Regional Development, Integration, and Business Delivery, said this during a high-level meeting on Saturday…
A validation workshop bringing together members and key stakeholders of the Post Malabo Technical Working Groups (TWGs) convened/co-convened by the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) and other partners kicks off today 25 July 2024 and will run until 30 July 2024 and is meant to review, revise, refine, and finalize the draft reports to be…
The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Zimbabwe, Mr. Edward Kallon, undertook a comprehensive two-day field visit from 23 to 24 July 2024 to Buhera District, Manicaland Province. The purpose of the visit was to oversee the execution of anticipatory action interventions funded by the UN Central Emergency Response Fund to address the impact of…
Writes Clayton Masekesa In an exciting cross-border musical exchange, renowned Zimbabwean music producer, Ollin Anderson, is set to embark on a tour of Botswana to discover and record the country’s talented gospel artists. The gifted producer will be doing recordings of Botswana gospel musicians from 22 -26 July. He is the hands behind Zimbabwe’s gospel…
Writes Nhau Mangirazi Msengezi High School clinched a gold medal after winning the National Association School Heads (NASH) volleyball under the girls’ cluster competition on Friday in Mutare. The school was representing Mashonaland West province in the NASH U20 volleyball finals held in Mutare drawn from 12 schools representing all provinces with Bulawayo and Harare…
A Zambian play, The Last Steps, which sets out to show a cruel and corrupt justice system is set to premiere at Theatre in the Park from 24 to 25 July 2024 starting at 6 pm. Directed by Sodgers Sitamu, the two-hander stars Hamalala Hamalala and Cosmas Yombwe Ng’andu, a prolific theatre artist who has…
An Afrojazz artist known for his social commentary music will be holding an anti-drugs concert this Saturday in the capital. Speaking ahead of the gig to be held at Players Bar and Restaurant, Maizon Tazvitya of Ancient Tribes said the show is aimed at raising awareness of the drug abuse scourge and its impact on…
Consultus Publishing Services (CPS), in partnership with LitFest Harare, is launching the Language Legacy Expo on Saturday, July 27h at CPS Head Office in Eastlea, Harare. The launch heralds the beginning of a 10-week expo organized by Consultus Publishing Services (CPS) to honour culture and heritage through literary and visual arts. This expo aims…
Having made her name as one of Uzalo’s original cast members, Smangele, Sihle Ndaba’s career has gone from strength to strength, with two big roles already this year. After starting 2024 with a Netflix romcom, A Soweto Love Story, she now moves onto another feel-good comedy with One Weeks, which premieres on Showmax today. One Weeks is a family…
Writes Thomas Faranando At just 15 years old, Ashley Nyamundaya, a Form 3 learner at Pen Commercial College, is already making waves with her exceptional writing talent. This young author and poet recently entertained the crowd at the Zero Waste Movement launch this morning with her thought-provoking poetry, leaving a lasting impression on all who…
Marketers across the globe need to come up with innovative campaigns as they seek to ensure that their brand remains resilient and top of mind in today’s socio-economic environment. Not only are companies’ strategic decisions being based on less share of wallets as stagnating economic growth across the globe pinches wallets, but also as new…
The UN Global Compact will engage businesses across the continent to support the African Union Commission’s goals and mandate The United Nations Global Compact and the African Union Commission will partner up on the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) (GABI.UNGlobalCompact.org). Through this collaboration, they will seek to amplify the impact of sustainable business practices…
Writes Chimeno Azriel Local Mental Health Advocate, Vickie Maponga, is set to join other top speakers and experts at the inaugural Africa Health Summit set to be held in Accra Ghana this week. The summit will run from the 25th – 26th July 2024. Running under the theme ‘ Enhancing Mental Health and General…
Rufaro Muzhingi, a talented singer from the rural village of Wedza Rutinhira in Zimbabwe, has risen to become a recording artist and leader of the renowned Masaisai Egungwa gospel group based in South Africa, fulfilling her musical calling that developed at her church. Her journey from an ordinary singer in her local church to…
Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe, Hon Jacob F. N. Mudenda has urged the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Mines and Mining Development to play its role in ensuring the upscaling of mining productivity to enable Zimbabwe to attain greater heights of economic prosperity. He made the call during the induction workshop for the Portfolio…
Writes Thomas Faranando Archbishop Robert Christopher Ndlovu conferred the sacrament of confirmation on 162 parishioners at Mary’s Mother of God Parish in Kadoma. The ceremony was attended by priests, parishioners, and local community leaders. In his homily, Archbishop Ndlovu emphasized the importance of faith and spiritual growth. “Today, we gather to celebrate a significant milestone…
Writes Clayton Masekesa Aster a brief hiatus, the wait is finally over. Gospel music sensation, Blessing Shumba, is back with a brand new album, “Christos.” This highly anticipated release marks a triumphant return for the award-winning artist, known for his powerful vocals and inspiring lyrics. With “Christos”, Shumba shares a personal journey of faith, hope,…
In addition to the corporate loan, the African Development Bank is contemplating two targeted grants, including $750,000 in technical support from the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a ZAR 18.85 billion ($1 billion) corporate loan to Transnet, South Africa’s major freight transport and logistics company, for its…
Writes Admire Chitsungo Sanyati – In a colourful ceremony, Kefasi Mahule Chikwata, was officially installed as the new traditional leader of the Wozhele chieftaincy in Sanyati. The installation was conducted by President Mnangagwa, who was represented by the Minister of Local Government and Public Works, Honourable Daniel Garwe. The event was attended by various dignitaries,…
The President of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), Chief Fortune Zephania Charmbira, is leading a high-level delegation of the Bureau and Secretariat to the Sixth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting (6th MYCM) of the African Union, Regional Economic Communities, and Regional Mechanisms in Accra, Ghana from the 18th-21st July 2024. The Meeting is being held under the theme…
Writes Dr. Tinashe Muzamhindo Introduction: The upcoming SADC (Southern African Development Community) summit in Zimbabwe marks a significant milestone for President Mnangagwa as he assumes the chairmanship of this influential regional organization. This article explores the importance of this event and its potential to reinforce Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030, a comprehensive development plan aimed at transforming…
