Byron Adonis Mutingwende, Author at Best African News Online

Zimbabwe Theatre Academy Empowers Artists for Social Change

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago04 mins

Writes Shingirai Manyengavana Harare, Zimbabwe – The Zimbabwe Theatre Academy, in collaboration with DOS Exchange Alumni Lonesome Kudzai and Jonathan Walters of Hand2Mouth Theatre, recently organized a practical skills workshop aimed at equipping theatre practitioners with the tools for impactful storytelling, community engagement, project development, and social entrepreneurship. Jonathan Walters, the international programs director of…

iBASIS, KPN ink new 3-year Voice and Mobile services deal

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago07 mins

International services outsourcing includes Voice and Mobile Successful outsourcing model extended after six-year partnership Existing agreement strengthened for another three years Lexington, MA – iBASIS, the leading provider of communications solutions for operators and digital players worldwide, and KPN, the Netherlands’ leading telecom company, announced yesterday that they have renewed their outsourcing agreement for Voice and Mobile…

AWF Celebrates 2023 AWF Charles R. Wall Leadership Program Graduates

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago05 mins

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) announced the graduation of 31 fellows from the esteemed AWF Charles R. Wall Youth Leadership Program. The program, comprising two components — the Charles R. Wall Young African Policy Fellows and the Charles R. Wall Conservation Leadership and Management Fellowship (CLMF) — aims to cultivate communities of skilled and connected…

The UANC Aligns with NERA for Electoral Reforms: SG Nyamande’s Candid Insights

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago03 mins

Own Correspondent In a strategic move, the United African National Council (UANC), recently united forces with the National Electoral Reform Agenda (NERA) to champion essential electoral reforms in Zimbabwe. This alliance signifies a pivotal step towards fostering fair and credible elections in the nation. The UANC Secretary General, Mike Nyamande, elucidated the rationale behind their…

Calling All Short Filmmakers: Showcase Your Creativity at the FAME Shorts Film Festival

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago05 mins

OWN CORRESPONDENT Are you a short filmmaker ready to share your creative vision with the world? Look no further than the FAME Shorts Film Festival, where your hard work and talent will take centre stage. This is your chance to be part of an incredible opportunity to showcase your film alongside the most innovative and…

Author Anesu Masvaure’s book “Hearing the Voice of God” a spiritual edifier

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago05 mins

Upcoming author, Anesu Masvaure’s book “Hearing the Voice of God” has received acclaim as a piece of writing that establishes a good relationship between mankind and their creator. Dr. Ednar Mukurazhizha, the Chief Executive Officer of Empowered Woman Excel, speaking to this publication, said she has had the privilege and honour of knowing Anesu Masvaure…

Upcoming Conference: Mastering 21st Century Information Systems Governance: Overcoming Business Challenges

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago06 mins

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, information systems governance plays a crucial role in the success of organisations. It encompasses the policies, processes, and structures that ensure effective management and utilisation of information systems to drive business growth. To shed light on this critical subject, an upcoming conference titled “Mastering 21st Century Information Systems Governance:…

Family seeks funding for child’s cardiovascular treatment in lndia

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago02 mins

Writes Ronnie Chisamba A couple from Gonyora Village near Eben Dam in Shamva District is desperately appealing for financial assistance to enable their ill child to seek urgent cardiovascular treatment in lndia. Handsome Mugoni (42) and Joyline Kusemamuriwo (38) are communal farmers. Trust Mugoni, the couple’s 17-month-old son, was diagnosed with a cardiovascular condition that…

SNV Project embraces PWDs, youth and women in tackling climate change

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago8 months ago07 mins

Byron Adonis Mutingwende SNV Zimbabwe in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife is implementing a project titled “Amplifying the Role of Youth, women, and People with Disabilities in Implementing Zimbabwe’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and National Adaptation Plan (NAP).” This comes as the impacts of climate change and variability are…

Three perish in train accident

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

By Lloyd Rabaya Three National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) staff perished in an accident between Mutare and Machipanda on Monday night after the train had a brake failure. In a statement, NRZ said investigations are still ongoing to determine the exact cause of the tragic incident. “Preliminary investigations suggest that the locomotive, which was pulling…

Beyond Headlines: Global Journalists United for Peace Journalism amidst the Challenges of the Unstable International Situation

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago06 mins

On 17th February, the international peace organization, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), hosted an online event with approximately 160 media persons from 49 countries in attendance. This year, the HWPL International Workshop on Peace Journalism marked the publication of its 2nd journal, ‘Peace Journalism Studies’, produced in cooperation with 9 journalists worldwide….

Technical partners commit to the successful implementation of the UNDP-GEF Limpopo project

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago014 mins

The “Integrated Transboundary River Basin Management for the Sustainable Development of the Limpopo River Basin (UNDP-GEF Limpopo project),” is an important intervention for strengthening sustainable development in the Limpopo. Cognisant of this, the Limpopo Watercourse Commission (LIMCOM), in partnership with the Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWPSA), organized an Integration Workshop for technical partners to…

ZUJ and CSOs unite to tackle rising teen pregnancies

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

Writes Tafadzwa Muranganwa As the alarming surge in teenage pregnancies persists, the Zimbabwe Union of Journalists (ZUJ) recently orchestrated a crucial meeting with several local women-led civil society organizations (CSOs) to strategize on combating this growing menace. The gathering took place in the Chishawasha community last Friday, bringing together journalists, civil society representatives, and community…

The counter-productivity of fragmented investments in African food systems

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago08 mins

Billions of dollars have gone into African agriculture and food systems over the past few years but the main challenge remains the absence of a coordinated framework for deploying such resources. Resources that are squandered through fragmented investments by development organizations, government, and the private sector are more than what is needed to address challenges…

Hurungwe targets 130k for polio vaccination

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Writes Nhau Mangirazi Hurungwe district is bracing up for polio vaccination targeting 130,000 children under ten years of age following a new threat in this age group. The vaccination programme kicks off tomorrow (Tuesday) and till Friday when 200 teams will be deployed around Hurungwe within Mashonaland West province. Hurungwe district medical officer, Dr. Munyaradzi…

Councillor Stephen Dhliwayo accuses ZANU (PF) of stalling sewer expansion project

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago04 mins

Writes Christopher Mahove Dzivaresekwa Ward 39 councilor, Stephen Dhliwayo, has accused ZANU (PF) activists of stalling a sewer expansion project which he is spearheading in the area to ease sewer challenges faced by residents in the area. Dhliwayo said efforts to install new pipes at Dzivaresekwa 2 Home industries were stopped by ZANU (PF) activists…

OLDN Rebranding Zimbabwe through International Organization Development Conferences

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

The 5th Edition of the Organization Leadership and Development Network (OLDN) International Organization Development and Change and Doctoral Consortium will be held in Gaborone, Botswana on August 29-30, 2024. This follows the successful 4th Edition that was held in Harare, Zimbabwe last year. “OLDN conferences are a convening of national, regional, and international practitioners and…

NetOne’s Digital Campaign Delights Customers with Smartphones on Valentine’s Day

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago03 mins

In a celebration of love and digital engagement, NetOne, a leading telecommunications provider, recently wrapped up its heartwarming digital campaign, “#ValentinesIsInTheAir-Time.” From January 29 to February 12, 2024, NetOne customers actively participating in the company’s digital realm stood a chance to win coveted Samsung A22 smartphones. The prize-giving ceremony, held on February 14 at the…

Whole-of-society approach to aid attainment of Vision 2030

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago03 mins

A whole-of-society approach is critical in fostering sustainable socio-economic transformation, Dr. Justine Chinoperekwei, the Director of the Centre for Organisation Leadership and Development (COLDN) has said. The sentiments come as COLDN has partnered with the Ministry of Skills Audit and Development in designing and facilitating the National Stakeholder Consultation on Skills Audit and Development that…

Artists and Athletes Among Nine New IOM Goodwill Ambassadors

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago04 mins

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) today announces the appointments of nine Goodwill Ambassadors – entertainers, artists, sports figures and other notable people – joining IOM’s inaugural global Ambassador, Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah, announced last November. The newly appointed Goodwill Ambassadors will lend their names and dedicate their support to highlight the opportunities presented…

Zimbabwe sleeping on ratified health policies

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

By Lloyd Rabaya The Government of Zimbabwe has, over the years, not made much progress in meeting the set targets of ratified global policies. This came out at an engagement meeting between Parliament Portfolio Committee (PPC) on Health and Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) yesterday. The most popular of the policies is the…

Meta Platforms adds Broadcom CEO to board

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago02 mins

Writes Hana Anandira Meta Platforms named Broadcom president and CEO Hock Tan to its board, a move it stated adds silicon expertise to support a push around developing artificial general intelligence (AGI). The semiconductor giant is Meta Platforms’ key partner in building its own AI chips, as it allows clients to customise the technology according…

Skills flight compromising tourism development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Tourism, as one of the sectors that offers a wide range of products and services, requires human capital development but it has been compromised by skills flight. This was revealed on the fourth day of the stakeholder engagement workshop spearheaded by the Ministry of Skills Audit and Development in Harare on Thursday when it engaged…

Government must intensify cholera awareness and vaccination campaigns in communities: CWGH

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago06 mins

Community Working Group on Health (CWGH) The Community Working Group on Health (CWGH) would like to urge communities across the country to embrace the ongoing government-driven cholera vaccination campaign to protect people from the deadly disease which has already claimed hundreds of lives in the country. The government recently launched a campaign aimed at immunizing…

150 benefit from ‘Share A Meal’ Campaign by ROF

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago05 mins

Writes Marlvin Ngiza Valentine’s Day on Wednesday brought smiles to 150 homeless and underprivileged people in the city of Harare following a warm gesture of food donations by the Reach Out Foundation (ROF) through their Share A Meal Campaign. The gesture targeted and benefited homeless people, the elderly and people with disabilities in areas which…

UNOPS, Japan deliver ambulances and GeneXpert PCR machine for Manicaland

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago05 mins

UNOPS procured and delivered ambulances and equipment for the Ministry of Health and Child Care on behalf of the Government of Japan. UNOPS also facilitated training of laboratory technicians, ambulance drivers and ambulance technicians to ensure that the equipment is fully utilised. Training of technicians and drivers aligns with the UNOPS approach for national…

ZIMCODD launches SIYA Baseline Report

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

By Lloyd Rabaya Socio-economic justice coalition, Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) yesterday launched the baseline survey for their Strengthening Institutions and Youth Agency (SIYA), a project benchmarked to foster youth participation in decision-making processes. Despite the youths being the majority of the population constituting 67.7%, their participation in decision-making processes is relatively very…

Hundred elderly women benefit from Selekta Base’s philanthropy

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago02 mins

By Lloyd Rabaya Renowned entertainment guru Arnold Chingwerewe alias Selekta Base recently donated an assortment of food humpers to 100 elderly women in Harare’s Sunningdale as part of corporate social responsibility. After the many people’s favourite Blowout Festival held in December last year, Selekta Base Worldwide announced that they would be donating the proceeds to…

Over 18 million girls missing school in Africa: Report

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago08 mins

A staggering 18,846,517 girls are out of primary school in Africa according to a new report by the Tax and Education (TaxEd) Alliance and its allies. This is against the background of losses of USD29 billion annually in education finance caused by aggressive tax avoidance by the wealthiest companies and individuals. The Transforming Education Financing…

Tendai Biti, Chief Justice Malaba urged to address Mashwede corruption concerns

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago07 mins

Tendai Mashamhanda, son of businessman Alex Mashamhanda popularly known as Mashwede, has brought to the fore judicial corruption pitting Chief Justice Luke Malaba in a US$1,5 million involving opposition-aligned lawyers Tendai Biti and Advocate Thabani Mpofu. A letter availed to a local publication dated February 9 2024 addressed to the JSC Chairperson, Zimbabwe Human Rights…

Rwanda commits $2m to food security based on agricultural innovation

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago04 mins

At a time when food security in Rwanda is under increasing threat from several phenomena, including climate change, the government is committed to supporting agricultural innovation through the $2 million Hanga Agritech Innovation Challenge Fund. In Rwanda, the government is banking on digital innovation to improve farming practices. The “Hanga Agritech Innovation Challenge Fund” initiative…

Fastjet’s “Amazing Zimbabwe” campaign showcases rich endowments, splendour

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago02 mins

Fastjet Zimbabwe on Monday, 12 February 2024, announced the launch of their Amazing Zimbabwe marketing campaign, which focuses on promoting the hidden gems of Zimbabwe. “Amazing Zimbabwe” is a celebration and promotion of all things Zimbabwean, encompassing the country’s beauty, vibrant culture and rich heritage. The campaign is centred on four unique pillars synonymous with…

Online harassment rates nearly double among dating app users: Incogni

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago06 mins

Writes Emilia Dias In an era where online interactions increasingly shape our social lives, the occurrence of online harassment poses a significant threat to the safety and well-being of individuals, particularly those engaging in online dating. Incogni’s researchers have found that almost a fifth of internet users (19%) have experienced online harassment, while people currently…

UNEP to Host UNEA-6 in Nairobi, Kenya: A Milestone in Global Environmental Diplomacy

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago05 mins

Writes Baboloki Semele Nairobi, Kenya – The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is set to host the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) in Nairobi, Kenya, from 26th February to 1st March 2024. This prestigious event, known as UNEA-6, is the world’s highest-level decision-making body on environmental matters and is expected to…

Viral eye disease spreads in Karonga, Malawi

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

Writes Catherine Murombedzi Viral conjunctivitis (eye disease) also known as pink eye is spreading at an alarming rate in Karonga, Malawi. A total of 109 cases have been recorded since February 1, 2024. “Viral conjunctivitis is a disease caused by a virus. It affects the eyes and can be spread easily from person to person….

Human capital base a bedrock for economic prosperity, sustainable development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago05 mins

A sound human capital base is the bedrock for economic prosperity and sustainable development, corporations and captains of industry attending a stakeholders consultative meeting on the role and mandate of the Ministry of Skills Audit and Development have been told. Addressing workshop participants in Harare today, Prof Paul Mavima, the Minister of Skills Audit and…

‘Beautiful Man’ Gets Two NAMA Nominations

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

Writes Shingirai Manyengavana Harare, Zimbabwe – The Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre is celebrating a momentous achievement as their production ‘Beautiful Man’ was nominated for the prestigious National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA) in the categories of Outstanding Actor and Outstanding Directing. The NAMA award ceremony is scheduled for February 24 at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre…

“Sinners Reloaded” to premiere at Theatre in The Park

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago02 mins

Zimbabwean theatre audiences starved of good theatre would be pleased to note that a new play “Sinners Reloaded” written by Patrick Chisaya is set to premiere on 20th February 2024 at Theatre in the Park. Directed by veteran Peter Churu and produced by Daves Guzha for Rooftop Promotions, the sequel to “Sinners”, “Sinners Reloaded” will…

EcoSure rewards “Titambire Sethule” promotion winners with holiday packages

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago04 mins

EcoSure, a micro-insurance brand under Econet Life, has rewarded lucky customers with holiday packages, following their participation in its “Titambire Sethule” promotion. The recent promotion, which ran between September and December 2023, was open to new and existing EcoSure customers who subscribed to the company’s USD Basic ($1), Standard ($2), or Premium ($5) plans, and…

34th Africa Cup of Nations: 9 records were broken

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago04 mins

Writes Nicholas Albek After the 34th Africa Cup of Nations, we have collected all of the records that were broken at this year’s championship. To highlight a few, André Ayew (Ghana) tied Rigobert Song (Cameroon) for the most matches played at the Africa Cup of Nations – 36 – and both Youssef Msakni (Tunisia)…

Technical, fundamental soft skills required for competitiveness: Prof Mavima

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago013 mins

The country requires critical technical skills and other fundamental soft skills to be competitive, Prof Paul Mavima, the Minister of Skills Audit and Development has said. Prof Mavima made the revelation at a Stakeholders’ Consultation Workshop on the Mandate of the Ministry of Skills Audit and Development that got underway in Harare today. The workshop…

International Epilepsy Day 2024 highlights community strides in addressing the condition

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago09 mins

Writes Jacob Ngwenya International Epilepsy Day is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about epilepsy, a neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. This annual observance aims to promote understanding, reduce stigma, and provide support to individuals living with epilepsy and their families. International Epilepsy Day is an initiative that unites people from…

Constitution does not limit President of Chief’s Council to be elected as Deputy: ZEC educated

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago04 mins

The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) has been educated to the effect that the Constitution of Zimbabwe does not limit the President of the National Council of Chiefs to be elected as the deputy president of the institution after serving two terms. Some sections of the local media had reported that the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC)…

ZESN Report on the 3 February 2024 By-elections

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago1 year ago044 mins

Writes Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN) Executive Summary On 14 November 2023, the Speaker of Parliament declared six (6) National Assembly seats vacant with effect from 7 November 2023. This followed a recall of the then-sitting Members by the party’s Interim Secretary General Sengezo Tshabangu who declared the affected Members ceased to belong to the…

African Development Bank Backs Mozambique with $33 Million for Food Security and Climate Resilience

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago06 mins

In a significant move to bolster food security and climate resilience in Mozambique, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has committed $33 million to support agricultural and meteorological initiatives in the region. This investment, approved by the AfDB’s board in January, is part of a larger $150 million program co-financed with the Mozambican government and other…