June 29, 2025

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Accountability.Fish’s RFMO Tracker brings openness to Fisheries Management Organisations

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

Fisheries governance watchdog Accountability.Fish today released previously secret deliberations from an international fisheries decision-making body, publishing its first-ever RFMO Tracker detailing the outcomes of the recent IATTC (Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission) meeting in Victoria, Canada. Key decisions included a watering down of key proposals due to the interventions of China, Chinese Taipei, and Japan, and…

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Initiatives to use biotechnology for adaptation: Climate change in Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

Writes Dr. Deckster Tony Savadye, CEO and Registrar of the National Biotechnology Authority of Zimbabwe Zimbabwe, like any other country in the world, has experienced climate change. The country has been experiencing frequent droughts, the emergence of new diseases and pests, and also increase in temperatures. The adverse effects of climate change have therefore affected…

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Nairobi Declaration seals Africa Climate Summit: Leaders pursuing green and inclusive growth

Byron Adonis Mutingwende09 mins

Writes Baboloki Semele Nairobi, Kenya: After three days of extensive deliberations around the devastating impacts of Climate Change across the continent and globally, African political and business leaders in Kenya have adopted the Nairobi Declaration to raise US$23 billion for green growth, mitigation and adaptation to address climate challenges in Africa. The declaration was announced…

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COP28 President-Designate urges real and actionable commitments to address climate change

Byron Adonis Mutingwende010 mins

Writes Baboloki Semele Nairobi, Kenya: COP28 President-Designate, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber has called on leaders from both the public and private sectors to go to COP28 with real and actionable commitments to address climate change. Speaking on the margins of Africa Climate Week in Nairobi, Kenya, Al Jaber noted that the globe needs to rapidly…

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Nearly US$3 trillion needed to implement Africa’s NDCs

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

Writes Baboloki Semele Nairobi, Kenya: Nearly US$3 trillion is needed to implement Africa’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). This figure was discussed at the eleventh Conference on Climate Change and African Development (CCDA11) during a session on climate finance, moderated by Harsen Nyambe of the African Union Commission. There is a substantial financial gap in climate…

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Regional Dialogue for Non-State Actors to focus on SADC’s development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

With a focus on accelerating the Southern African Development Community (SADC)’s development through the socially accountable generation and use of public resources, non-state actors under the economic bloc will convene a dialogue under the auspices of the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan(RISDP) 2020-2030. Taking place from 13-14 September 2023, there will be parallel, integrated regional…

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Afreximbank signs MOU to support the development of Nigeria’s Anambra State

Byron Adonis Mutingwende08 mins

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)  has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Nigeria’s Anambra State Government to collaborate on state development efforts through the provision of project preparation and advisory services, including a potential debt financing programme of up to US $200 million. Under the terms of the MOU signed by Mrs. Kanayo Awani,…

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Africa urged to accelerate climate action and ensure a just transition

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

Writes Baboloki Semele Nairobi, Kenya: 07 September 2023: The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Acting Executive Secretary, Antonio Pedro has challenged African leaders to accelerate climate action through effective strategies to ensure a just transition. Mr. Pedro said this in his closing remarks during the three-day 11th Conference on Climate Change and Development in Africa…

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Africa missed opportunity to turn tables on climate crisis: ActionAid

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

Africa has lost an opportunity to call out climate injustice and stop fossil fuel pollution, says ActionAid International as the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi ended. As governments, multilateral organisations, private sector players, and civil society from across Africa end their meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, for the 2023 Africa Climate Week and the summit, ActionAid…

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African Union Commission aware of Pan African Parliament’s financial incapacitation

Byron Adonis Mutingwende012 mins

Staff Writer His Excellency, Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) was made aware of the financial incapacitation of the Pan African Parliament resulting in the latter’s inability to convene the statutory Committee Sittings in August as well as the plenary session in October/November due to the inadequacy of the budget…

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COMESA Climate Change Programme holds GEF-CBIT Project Steering Committee for ETF

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

The COMESA Climate Change Programme held its inaugural Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) funded Capacity Building Initiative for enhanced Transparency (COMESA-CBIT) Project that is supporting 4 COMESA Member States (Eritrea, Comoros, Seychelles and Zambia) capacity for enhanced transparency in climate change Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) as defined in…

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AGRF 2023: Kikwete urges transformative policies to ensure food security

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

Africa has a real opportunity to transform its food systems, reduce its import bill, and create wealth, HE. Dr. Jakaya Kikwete, the former president of the United Republic of Tanzania and Africa Food Prize (AFP) chair has said. He made the remarks at the 2023 African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF) during a session titled ‘Parliamentary…

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New maps show EACOP fossil fuel mega-project has a far larger footprint than previously estimated

Byron Adonis Mutingwende014 mins

East African Civil Society Organizations challenge the proposed project at the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi this week NAIROBI (September 5, 2023) — As the Africa Climate Summit concludes tomorrow, plans for the largest new oil infrastructure projects on the continent continue unabated, despite alarms from civil society, global observers, and investors alike. The East Africa…

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Africa Climate Summit: “Africa’s Green Minerals Strategy” a catalyst for industrialisation

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

Nairobi, Kenya — September 5, 2023 — The African Minerals Development Center (AMDC), in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Open Society Foundation, has successfully concluded a high-level dialogue session at the Africa Climate Summit 2023. This significant event, held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, Kenya, brought together…

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Loss to CCC will not hinder developmental projects: ZANU (PF) councillors

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

Writes Chimeno Azriel ZANU (PF) local Authority aspiring councillors who lost in the just-ended harmonised elections have vowed to continue serving the residents of Kadoma despite their loss to the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC). The youthful aspiring ZANU (PF) candidates accepted the defeat and promised to continue to serve the people of Kadoma in…

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Scale up private capital aligned to SDGs, Paris Agreement: French minister Chrysoula Zacharopoulou

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

French minister Chrysoula Zacharopoulou, in her address to the media at the Africa Climate Week, emphasised the need to scale up private capital aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement. She said there is a need to maintain the strong political momentum for climate action and global financial system reform….

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NetOne wins huge accolade at Zimbabwe Agricultural Show

Byron Adonis Mutingwende02 mins

Writes Lovemore Chazingwa Mobile telecoms player, NetOne, scooped the biggest prize in the overall best stand by a registered postal and telecommunications operator at the just-ended Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS) 2023 annual event. The prize was among other winners which included the best overall exhibition, the best overall exhibition by an institution in the education,…

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Africa Climate Week commences, Charting a Fresh Course for Climate Action

Byron Adonis Mutingwende012 mins

Writes Baboloki Semele 06 August 2023, Nairobi, Kenya: The urgency of climate change is undeniable, and the stakes have never been higher. Against this backdrop, Africa Climate Week 2023 emerged as a critical platform for dialogue, collaboration, and action. Held in Nairobi, Kenya, from the 4th to the 8th of September 2023, the Africa Climate…

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IRENA and AUDA-NEPAD Join Forces to Advance Regional Interconnections in Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

Regional integration is key for Africa to tap into its abundant renewable energy resources and fulfill development goals Nairobi, Kenya, September 4, 2023 –The African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) signed an agreement today aimed at supporting African countries in their efforts to achieve the African Union’s Agenda 2063…

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Mapinga Mine to Energy Park a conduit for lithium value addition

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

Writes Elvis Dumba  Buhera – President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called upon mining companies to upscale the setting up of the Mapinga Mine to Energy Park for the production of solar batteries and lithium products. President Mnangagwa made these remarks when he officially commissioned Sabi Star Lithium Plant in Buhera on Thursday. ” The mining sector…

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SeedCo launches farming app

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

Writes Lloyd Rabaya The largest seed-producing company in Zimbabwe, SeedCo, recently launched a farming app that will help farmers monitor their crops. Seedney, the application, has various tools that farmers can use to their advantage to get the maximum yields. Speaking to Spiked Online Media at the ongoing Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS), SeedCo Zimbabwe Head…

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AFC Holdings geared to finance the 2023-2024 summer crop

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

In its key message during the ongoing Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS), AFC Holdings reiterated its readiness to finance the 2023-2024 summer crop. Speaking to Spiked Online Media during the show, AFC Holdings Group Head for Marketing and Strategy, Ms. Caroline Mozhendi said the initiative is meant to support the Government’s drive to achieve food self-sufficiency….

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Slave Wages In Retail and Wholesale Sector Irk Union

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

By Own Correspondent  A recently established union has raised deep concern about the gazetted ‘slave’ wages in the retail and wholesale sectors. In a hard-hitting press release, Progressive Retail and Wholesale Workers Union of Zimbabwe interim general secretary, Phillip Mafundu, said the union is shocked with wages approved by the National Employment Council for the…

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Windmill impressed by ZAS grain farmers competition

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

Writes Lovemore Chazingwa Agribusiness utility, Windmill, expressed satisfaction with this year’s grain competition as farmers tussle for honours at the ongoing 113th edition of the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS). Windmill corporate communications head, Marceline Nyangoni said, “We went around the stands today. They’re well organized. The products on display are so impressive. The display is…

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ZAS 2023: TelOne innovations improving agricultural efficiency, production and productivity

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

TelOne is exhibiting at the 2023 edition of the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS) that is running under the theme “Sustained Agricultural Growth through Connectivity Solutions”. In an interview with this publication, a TelOne spokesperson said the company is showcasing Broadband, TelTrack, Crop Monitoring, and TelOne Voice service. TelTrack is a vehicle-tracking product that is ideal…

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ZAS 2023: European Union unveils initiatives to support agriculture in Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende010 mins

The European Union (EU) Delegation to Zimbabwe is exhibiting at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS) where it is showcasing an array of initiatives it offers through its country head office and member states.   Below, Spiked Online Media casts a spotlight on the initiatives being exhibited during the 2023 edition of the ZAS:   Embassy…

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Econet hogs limelight at Zimbabwe Agricultural Show

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

The Zimbabwe Agricultural Show this week got into full swing, with Econet Wireless Zimbabwe’s exhibition stand quickly grabbing the limelight with its eye-catching design and an array of products and innovative services on display. The leading telecommunications and technology company’s stand, located at the centre of the exhibition grounds, has a unique design that instantly…

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Zimbabwe Agricultural Show: NetOne showcases cutting-edge digital solutions

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

NetOne is exhibiting at the 2023 Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS), driving sustainable and inclusive digital solutions. The company is showcasing a variety of interesting innovations that have brought a refreshing look to ZAS. Outstanding at the NetOne stand is a tractor as well as a greenhouse. Many show-goers were curious about how these are linked…

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Agriculture drives tourism development: ZTA

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

Agriculture plays a pivotal role in diving tourism, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has revealed. Speaking to this publication in an interview at the ongoing 113th Zimbabwe Agricultural Show running under the theme “Sustained Growth. Adaptation. Productivity and Linkages”, Godfrey ‘Chief’ Koti, the ZTA’s Head of Corporate Affairs said agriculture is one of the mainstays…

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ZANU (PF) affiliates congratulate President Mnangagwa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

ZANU (PF) affiliates, Young Miners for Economic Development (YM4ED) and Farmers for Economic Development (Farmers4ED) have congratulated President Emmerson Mnangagwa following his declaration by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) as the winner of the 2023 presidential election. “Young Miners for Economic Development (YM4ED) congratulates His Excellency, the President of Zimbabwe, Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa on…

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Unpacking the Mid-Term Fiscal Policy Review

Byron Adonis Mutingwende013 mins

Writes Persistence Gwanyanya The lithium sub-sector is seen as a game changer, as the world progresses towards electric-powered vehicles. As we forge ahead with the reform agenda, the economy continues to exhibit resilience to global and domestic shocks. However, faced with deep-seated structural challenges and limited access to international capital markets, achieving both growth and…

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Mukuru appoints UFC Fighter Themba Gorimbo as Brand Ambassador

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

A business deeply rooted in serving its customers, Mukuru has partnered with Gorimbo on his journey of progress as he continues to positively contribute to the well-being of his community Mukuru (https://www.Mukuru.com), a leading next-generation financial services provider for Africa’s emerging consumers, has appointed Zimbabwe-born MMA fighter Themba Gorimbo as its newest brand ambassador to…

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Artificial intelligence can now estimate rice yields, according to new study

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

With the rise in global demand for staple crop products projected to substantially increase by 2050 due to population growth, rising per capita income, and the growing use of biofuels, it is necessary to adopt sustainable agricultural intensification practices in existing croplands to meet this demand. However, estimation processes currently employed in the global South…

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Climate-smart agriculture: How satellite technology can help

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

Following July 2023, confirmed as Earth’s hottest month on record, UNCTAD and its partners are ramping up efforts to help developing countries use satellite technology to make farming more climate resilient. With extreme weather events becoming more intense and frequent, agricultural adaptation to climate change is key to minimizing crop loss and fighting global hunger. Driven…

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Partnerships leading to greater access to nutritious food and affordable diets

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

The Coalition on Sustainable Productivity Growth for Food Security and Resource Conservation (SPG Coalition) brings together researchers, non-governmental organizations, and private sector partners to advance a world with greater access to nutritious food and affordable diets. The Coalition recognizes that increasing the productivity of natural resources through climate adaptation and mitigation is instrumental to reaching…

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Mozambique to host Conference on Banking, Financial Services and Insurance Sector

Byron Adonis Mutingwende08 mins

In pursuit of a more energetic and practical reflection on the Financial Sector and in the interest of improving the business environment from the enhancement and protection of national companies, Mozambique is set to host Conference on Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance Sector on September 13 and 14, 2023 at the Joaquim Chissano Conference Center,…

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CCC supporters hope for a better Zimbabwe under Nelson Chamisa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

Writes Lloyd Rabaya Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader, Nelson Chamisa, yesterday held his party’s last rally before elections in the capital city, Harare where thousands of his supporters as well as local and international observers were in attendance. During the rally, this publication caught up with a number of CCC supporters and interviewed them…

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Zimbabwe-China partnership gives birth to 1.14 MW Photovoltaic Power Generation Plant

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

Writes Elvis Dumba Raffingora – The government’s “Look East Policy” has continued to bear more fruits for the country in various spheres of the economy. The “Look East policy” success continues to be evident following the recent commissioning of a 1.14 MW Photovoltaic Power Generation Plant at Sisi Farm near Raffingora through a Zimbabwe-China partnership….

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2023 Sanganai Hlanganani World Tourism Expo set for Bulawayo

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

The highly anticipated 2023 edition of the Sanganai Hlanganani World Tourism Expo, Zimbabwe’s premier international tourism showcase, is all set to take place from 12 to 14 October in the vibrant City of Bulawayo. The annual event brings together key players and stakeholders in the global tourism industry, providing a platform for networking, collaboration, and…

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Zimbabwe Integrated Social Protection Management of Information System launched

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

The Zimbabwe Integrated Social Protection Management of Information System (ISPMIS) has been launched in Harare today. In his address during the launch, Hon Prof Paul Mavima, the Minister of Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare, said the Government of Zimbabwe has set Information Communication Technologies as enablers of economic growth. This has seen Government investing…

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