Community Newspapers’ Association of Zimbabwe elects new executive

The Community Newspapers’ Association of Zimbabwe (CNAZ) which has been inactive for more than a year met today and elected a New Executive Committee to run its affairs. The elections were conducted by Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) executive director Loughty Dube and Zimbabwe National Editors’ Forum (ZINEF) national coordinator Njabulo Ncube. SANEF Chairperson…

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SCS Global Services Approved as First Certification Body for Pioneering New Feed Certification

SCS Global Services, the world’s leading 3rd party certification body, has become the first auditor accredited to provide certification for the Aquaculture Stewardship Council’s (ASC) Feed Standard. The certification represents a significant step forward in promoting greater environmental and social responsibility within the aquaculture industry. As the leading 3rd party certification body, SCS Global Services (SCS) brings its…

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Mining ministry sets up US$5 million fund for artisanal miners

By Hopewell Chibvongodze Harare, March 5, 2024 – The government has availed US$5 million for the development of artisanal and small-scale miners, the Mines and Minerals Development Minister, Zhemu Soda has said. In an interview, Soda said the money was channeled through the Mining Industry Loan Fund (MILF). He urged the artisanal and small-scale miners…

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President Ersin Tatar addresses the 2nd Global Destination Exchange Forum in Berlin

President Ersin Tatar, who is in Berlin to hold a series of contacts, attended the 2nd Global Destination Exchange Forum that was organised by the Twin Cities World Tourism Forum (TCWTF). Speaking at the conference held at the Solwo Suites on Monday, President Tatar thanked the TCWTF for organising and inviting him as a speaker,…

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SECZim to conduct Financial Literacy and Capital Market Awareness outreach programmes

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, through a letter dated January 5th, 2024, approved the Commission’s proposal to conduct Financial Literacy and Capital Market Awareness outreach programmes in schools throughout the country, building on the work done in 2023. The Commission officially launched its Capital Market Toolkit in November 2023, which comprises both traditional…

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Sensibo Unveils 2023 Climate Impact Report Demonstrating Smart HVAC’s Environmental Influence

Writes Mira Marcus Sensibo,  the leading Climate Tech company combining smart ACs with a more sustainable world, has released its 2023 Climate Impact report. The report outlines the remarkable achievements of Smart HVAC technology in 2023, where Sensibo successfully mitigated 111,011 gross tons of CO2-eq – equivalent to eliminating over 22,000 gasoline-powered vehicles from the roads…

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Japanese MPJ Group tours Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe, represented by the Zimbabwe Embassy in Tokyo, Japan, is facilitating a familiarisation tour of Zimbabwe by 13 members of Millennium Promise Japan (MPJ). This is a Japanese-based Non-profit organization that was formed in April 2008 and is involved in education, food and material assistance, and disaster response to affected countries across the globe. The…

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Renewable energy pivotal to the achievement of SDGs

Renewable energy is pivotal to the United Nations’ efforts in Zimbabwe, serving as a cornerstone for sustainable development and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs),  Mr. Edward Kallon, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator has said. He made the remarks at the Renewable Energy Conference and Expo in Victoria Falls today. “Renewable energy…

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Community-based adaptation essential under CBA-SCALE Southern Africa+ project

The Scaling up Community Action for Livelihoods and Ecosystems in Southern Africa and Beyond (CBA-SCALE Southern Africa+) launched on the 29th of February 2024 in Harare realises that to support groups most impacted by climate change, community-based adaptation provides livelihood opportunities for communities suffering from climatic shocks. Addressing delegates who witnessed the launch at Wild…

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Symposium empowers young people in agro-ecology to address climate change

The youth bear the brunt of vulnerability to climate change hence engaging and empowering them in promoting agro-ecology, sustainable farming practices, and advocating for climate justice is crucial for building resilient and sustainable food systems in the country. This emerged today at a symposium by the Young Volunteers for the Environment (YVE) in partnership with…

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Rwanda Finally Passes Law On GMO – What Next?

Rwanda, on February 21, published in its Official Gazette a law governing biosafety, which seeks to ensure that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are handled, transferred, and used safely in the country. According to the purpose of the law, it establishes an adequate level of protection in the field of the safe transfer and use of living…

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Signs of Hope Trust Applauds Government for Eliminating VAT on Assistive Devices

Signs of Hope Trust expressed its appreciation to the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion (MOFEDIP) for its recent decision to eliminate Value Added Tax (VAT) on Assistive Technologies. This positive development was made official through the Value Added Tax (General) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024 (No.67), which were gazetted on 09 February 2024. Assistive…

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ZINARA Operations Overview for the period 1 January to 31 December 2023

CEO’s Report on the Disbursement of Funds Executive Summary I am pleased to present the ZINARA Operations Overview and Road Funds Disbursement Report for the year 2023. As the Zimbabwe National Road Administration, we value transparency and accountability and have placed these virtues at the centre of our operations. In 2022, we resolved to publish…

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Global Renaissance Investments to host Smart Cities and Devolution Master Class 2024 in Nyanga

Global Renaissance Investments (GRI) is proud to announce the upcoming Smart Cities and Devolution Master Class 2024, scheduled from March 3rd to March 6th, 2024, at Troutbeck Resort in Nyanga. This highly anticipated event will gather esteemed speakers and thought leaders to delve into the transformative potential of smart cities and devolution, under the theme…

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ZINARA optimistic of improving roads in the country

Riding on robust revenue collection, cost management, and debt servicing, the Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA) has promised to improve the roads in the country. This emerged at the ZINARA 2023 Business Overview and Disbursements Report Press Conference held on 28 February 2024 in Harare. “As the Zimbabwe National Road Administration, we value transparency and…

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World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa, Victoria Kwakwa to Visit Zimbabwe

World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa Victoria Kwakwa will arrive for a four-day visit to Zimbabwe on Thursday, February 29, 2024. The visit, her first to the country, comes as the World Bank is developing a new Country Engagement Note that will underpin work for the next two years. Through targeted interventions…

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MCAZ, ZRP blitz nets dealers of unauthorised medicines, pharmaceutical products

Yesterday, the Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ), in collaboration with the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Drugs and Narcotics Division, conducted a successful blitz raid in the Gazebo area of Caledonia, Harare. The operation was at targeted unlicensed shops suspected of unauthorised dealing in medicines and other pharmaceutical products. During the raid, six unlicensed shops…

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Tourism: Zimbabwe shines at 2024 Edition of Meetings Africa

Zimbabwe successfully participated in the 18th Edition of Meetings Africa held from 26-28 February 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Deputy Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Honourable Tongai M. Mnangagwa led a delegation of Ministry and Zimbabwe Tourism Authority Officials to the Event. The delegation also comprises five (5) Tourism Operators who are in…

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A New Chapter Begins: Zimbabweans head to Dr. Muzamhindo’s ‘Growth Transformative Strategy’ Book Launch

Writes Alfred Mazungunye In the realm of strategic thinking and visionary leadership, there are rare moments that stand out as transformative milestones, shaping the course of a nation’s destiny. Tomorrow marks one such momentous occasion as Dr. Tinashe Muzamhindo unveils his magnum opus, the much-anticipated book titled “Growth Transformative Strategy.” This literary marvel promises to…

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Hands-on technical capacity crucial for matching skills with industry needs

Engineer Malven Takaidza, the Head of the Mechanical and Production Engineering Division of the Harare Polytechnic has said the Zimbabwean human capital skills development for industrialisation requires a hands-on technical capacity of an individual towards the fulfillment of an assigned socio-economic assignment. He said this while giving an overview of the skills landscape in Zimbabwe…

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Tendai Mashamhanda to file urgent application against eviction

OWN CORRESPONDENT Harare businessman Tendai Mashamhanda will file an urgent chamber application against the Sherriff’s order for him to vacate his US$1.5 million mansion in Harare after Supreme Court judge Justice Chinembiri Bhunu dismissed a case in which he opposed being evicted before a determination of his court The eviction order signed by M Kapesa,…

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Kugara approaches High Court to have Henrietta Rushwaya fired as ZMF President

Joseph Panganai Kugara, a member of the Kwekwe Mining Association, an affiliate of the Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) has approached the High Court to order Henrietta Rushwaya to quit her role as the ZMF President. Kugara approached the Masvingo High Court under Case number HCMSC89/24. The Zimbabwe Miners Federation is the first respondent. Henrietta Rushwaya…

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Uganda’s NARO Licenses More Seed Companies to Boost Agriculture and Exports

In a significant move aimed at bolstering the agricultural sector, the National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO) in Uganda has recently expanded its network of licensed seed companies. With the addition of 10 new licenses, the total number of seed suppliers in the country has surged to 23. This strategic initiative is poised to enhance the…

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Fake Satiskin Bath Foam Alert: MedTech Warns Public of Counterfeit Products

Writes Reginald Tapfumaneyi Medtech, the company behind the popular bath foam, Satiskin, is urging consumers to be cautious after uncovering a counterfeiting operation in Harare’s Mbare district. Satsking CEO, Mr. Afzal Motiwala, issued a warning, following a tip that their premium product was being illegally manufactured and sold. “We immediately informed the police upon learning…

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First Session of the Zimbabwe-Belarus Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation opened

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Honourable Fredrick Shava, has opened the First Session of the Zimbabwe-Belarus Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation (JPCC). Honourable Sergei Aleinik, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus and Co-Chair of the First (1st) Session of the Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation between the Republic of Zimbabwe and the…

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TRM penetrates Manicaland with youth empowerment initiatives

Writes Marlvin Ngiza Chitungwiza-based youth-led movement, Teen Rescue Mission (TRM), has stretched its wings to cover young people who live in Mutare, Manicaland Province with economic empowerment programmes which include carpentry, poultry production and dressmaking among others. The extension of the organisation’s operations has been said to be prompted by worrisome statistics of young people…

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

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…

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AWF Celebrates 2023 AWF Charles R. Wall Leadership Program Graduates

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…

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

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:…

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

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…

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

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…

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The counter-productivity of fragmented investments in African food systems

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…

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OLDN Rebranding Zimbabwe through International Organization Development Conferences

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…

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

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…

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

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…

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Over 18 million girls missing school in Africa: Report

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…

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

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…

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

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…

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

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…

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Human capital base a bedrock for economic prosperity, sustainable development

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…

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