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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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
.. 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…
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…
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,…
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 –…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
…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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
Writes Alfred Mazungunye The Zimbabwe Institute of Strategic Thinking (ZIST) is poised to host its 2024 Annual Conference in the enchanting embrace of Nyanga from November 27th to 29th. The gathering promises to unite key stakeholders from industry, government, and strategic institutions under the banner of collaboration. This year’s theme, “Leveraging an Inclusive Programming Approach…
Background The emergence of technology has impacted every facet of our lives, particularly the way we communicate with each other. Indeed, technology has become an integral and indispensable part of our lives to the extent that all sectors of our economy including finance, banking, insurance, health, agriculture, tourism, and hospitality, among others, rely on…
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is demonstrating that safe marketplaces are essential for Zimbabwe’s development, and collaborative efforts from stakeholders can ensure their maintenance and improvement. Maria Mutandwa, the ILO Zimbabwe Communication Officer, while addressing media practitioners touring the Chesvingo Safe Market in Masvingo town today, said partners added features of a children’s play…
The African Agri Investment Indaba which took place in Cape Town and was organised by the African Agri Council, addressed sub-Saharan Africa’s worst food crisis in decades. With over 800 participants from 20+ countries, the event focused on tackling the urgent food scarcity affecting millions. Over 16 million people in Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe…
Following the negative impact of the El-Nino-induced drought that affected Southern Africa, Zimbabwe included, the United Nations (UN) country team is supporting smallholder farmers in irrigation schemes in Masvingo Province. One such initiative is the Mushandike Irrigation Scheme located in Masvingo District which is one of the oldest irrigation schemes in Zimbabwe. The scheme…
“I dropped out of school just after starting my secondary level, there was no point – where was I going to get school fees? What about exam registration fees? Dropping out to help my mother work and to take care of my younger siblings was my option”, said Ashley Marime clenching her jaw, clearly trying…
Writes Kirubel Tadele Baku, Azerbaijan – As the second week of COP29 negotiations continues, the Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA) launches its latest publication, Agroecology Works: Evidence from Kenya. This booklet offers a deep dive into the transformative power of agroecology through 15 inspiring stories from across ten counties in Kenya, providing a rich…
The Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Masvingo Province, Hon Ezra Chadzamira, has said Zimbabwe has managed to sustain food and nutrition security through United Nations Agencies’ support in the country. He made the remarks in Masvingo today at a workshop by the United Nations in Zimbabwe to build partnerships and…
Eastern Africa is a region of stark contrasts, where immense potential coexists with pressing challenges. On one hand, it presents a myriad of business opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors worldwide, offering a gateway to emerging markets with significant growth potential. However, this promising outlook is tempered by the persistent threat of drought and severe…
Background Mentoring is a crucial student support service that is aimed at helping individuals discover and develop their educational, vocational, and psychological potentials and thereby achieve an optimal level of personal happiness and social usefulness. To effectively meet the needs of all learners, it is essential that the foundation of mentoring is both systematic…
COP29 is attempting to replace the supposedly “met” political target of $100 billion with a New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) for climate finance amid tactics of filibustering. Is Africa ready for calls of radical approaches and decisions? By Martha Bekele, Co-founder and Head of Financing at DevTransform; And Wellington Madumira, Coordinator for Climate Action…
The United Nations in Zimbabwe is strengthening alliances with the media and other stakeholders in Zimbabwe to accelerate the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 goals. This was revealed by His Excellency Edward Kallon, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in his remarks at the UN-Media Seminar on Development…
In a heartwarming demonstration of corporate social responsibility, Zimbabwe’s leading mobile network operator NetOne is set to bring festive cheer to Matthew Rusike Children’s Home in Mzingwane, Matabeleland South Province, through their Christmas Cheers initiative. The event, which will see NetOne executives and team members spending a full day with orphaned children at the facility,…
The Eastern Africa Farmers Federation (EAFF) has raised alarm over food safety in the region, particularly in maize production, amid concerns that failure to address these issues could impact negatively on regional trade. Speaking at a workshop in Bomet County, EAFF Chairman Philip Kiriro emphasized the importance of tackling food safety challenges to prevent…
Wellington Madumira, the National Coordinator of Climate Action Network (CAN) Zimbabwe has said as we reach the midpoint of COP29, it is deeply disturbing to witness the climate finance negotiations come to a standstill. He said developed nations continue to display a disturbing level of apathy, viewing vital climate finance as mere investments rather than…
Parliamentary involvement is critical in the climate change dialogue and to demonstrate this, the Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe, Hon Advocate Jacob F.N. Mudenda is leading the legislative delegation from the Southern African country in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the parliamentary meeting on the occasion of COP29. The Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Advocate J.F.N Mudenda,…
Writes Lloyd Rabaya Zimbabwe Smallholder Organic Farmers’ Forum (ZIMSOFF)’s recent exchange visit in Shashe, Masvingo, has proved to be of great importance to farmers as they taught each other various agroecology elements. During the two-day visit, farmers had the opportunity to watch and learn from other practicing farmers on best sustainable practices that include water…
Writes Ebrima Jarra, Soil Scientist and Civil Actor from The Gambia A Path Toward Equitable and Sustainable Development by “The Soil Solution” (NGO) Abstract As climate change accelerates, its impacts disproportionately burden local communities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). These communities, often with minimal contributions to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, face severe challenges,…
African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Ambassador Josefa Correia Sacko reaffirmed in Baku, Azerbaijan, that climate change poses a threat to Africa’s economies and jeopardises the continent’s developmental gains. Amb Josefa Sacko, who was speaking at the United Nations event on Africa’s climate achievements and the importance of…
