African Youth Lead Global Discourse on the Future of Multilateralism at the United Nations

In a groundbreaking moment for Africa, the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Ms. Amina Mohammed, and the African Union Chairperson’s Special Envoy on Youth, Ms. Chido Mpemba, alongside UN partners and BBC Africa, convened a pivotal Africa Town Hall meeting, marking the official close of the United Nations High-Level Week. This event, titled “Leading Africa into…

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RBZ Monetary Policy Committee makes resolution on obtaining macroeconomic and financial developments

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe met recently to deliberate on obtaining macroeconomic and financial developments, and economic outlook. Key Highlights Towards ZiG Stability Upward Review of the Bank Policy Rate to 35% The Bank Policy Rate is the benchmark interest rate that the Reserve Bank sets and expects banks…

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Pan-African Youth Organization Marks Two Decades of Empowering Young Africans to Break the Cycle of Poverty and Drive Sustainable Change

From classrooms to communities, gold-youth has been unlocking the potential of Africa’s young leaders for two decades. Now, it is set to expand its impact and reshape the future of an entire continent.   gold-youth is operating at different levels in South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, and DRC. With ambitious plans…

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Zimbabwe charms UK Investors

Writes Elvis Dumba in Birmingham, London The government is continuing to lure international investors into the country, a development leading to economic growth through foreign investment and increased international trade opportunities as witnessed at a recently held Trade Expo in the UK. The commitment towards international trade has been proven after President Mnangagwa’s administration dispatched…

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Valuing teachers’ voices and protecting their rights leads to comprehensive educational outcomes

The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has emphasised the protection of the rights of educators as it joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Teachers Day being commemorated under the theme, “Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education.”   The union posits that a new social contract for…

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President Mnangagwa commissions Varsity Heights students’ accommodation at CUT

President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday presided over the official opening of the Chinhoyi Varsity Heights students’ accommodation and commissioned the new administration building of Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT) where he also officiated at the graduation of over 3 500 students, 25 of whom were PhD candidates.   In his keynote address, he congratulated the Chinhoyi…

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A Milestone Achieved: Muzamhindo launches Vision 2030 Manual

Writes Tawanda Mupfunya 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. Last night marked one such momentous occasion as Dr. Tinashe Muzamhindo unveiled his magnum opus, the much-anticipated publication titled “Vision 2030 Manual.” This literary marvel promises…

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TICON Africa’s awards show that the continent has the skills to develop a sustainable future

A wealth of talent was recently recognised at TICON Africa’s (The Technology Information Confederation Africa) annual Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, with nominations for individuals who demonstrated a wealth of knowledge and practically applied this for the betterment of Africa having been received.   Dr Jannie Zaaiman, Secretary General of TICON Africa, says that the panel had the difficult task of selecting winners due…

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All set for the second NetOne Albun Honde Valley Marathon

Preparations for the second NetOne Albun Honde Valley Marathon – a momentous event aimed at promoting tourism, rural development, and raising awareness on global warming and environmental preservation in the beautiful Honde Valley, are at an advanced stage.   Speaking at a press conference in Harare today, Mr. Learnmore Musunda, the NetOne Chief Commercial officer…

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Conference urges a multi-stakeholder approach in addressing climate change

Zimbabwe’s second Climate Change and Development Conference has urged a multi-stakeholder approach by involving women, children, and youth in addressing the phenomenon that impacts livelihoods.   This emerged on the first day of the two-day conference which kicked off in Harare yesterday and will be running under the theme: “Building Resilience, Securing the Future.” Notable…

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SONA 2024: Zimbabwe makes strides in sustainable development

Zimbabwe has made considerable progress in advancing sustainable development despite several challenges affecting the southern African nation, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said in his 2024 State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the new Parliament Building in Harare today.   “Our commitment to enhance the well-being of the people of our motherland, Zimbabwe by entrenching unity,…

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CoSSE validates interconnectivity hub project specifications for the smart order router

In an ongoing effort to fulfill the objective of developing a harmonized securities market environment within the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the Committee of SADC Stock Exchanges (CoSSE) has taken a significant step by validating the principles and operational model of the Interconnectivity Hub Project at a meeting held by members on 11 September…

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60 Years of Making a Difference: Mozambique Showcases African Development Bank’s Impactful Partnership

The African Development Bank Mozambique Country Office (www.AfDB.org) held a special ceremony on Monday to celebrate the institution’s 60th anniversary in Maputo, showcasing decades of partnership and development impact across Africa. The commemoration, under the theme, “60 Years of Making a Difference” brought together government officials, development partners, and key stakeholders to reflect on the Bank’s…

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Strong Partnerships Drive Impactful Results for Sustainable Development in Zimbabwe

Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot   Mid-Term Review of the Zimbabwe – UN Cooperation Framework Spotlights Robust Partnerships for SDGs 26 September 2024, Harare – A high-level meeting co-convened by the UN Country Team and Office of the President and Cabinet brought together senior government leaders, United Nations representatives, and national and international development partners to conduct…

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AGRA shares perspectives on AU’s 10-Year Fertiliser and Soil Health Action Plan

The Alliance for a Green Revolution Africa (AGRA) applauded and embraced the 10-Year Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan and the Soil Initiative for Africa Framework adopted by African Heads of State at the African Union Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit.   The Soil Initiative for Africa (SIA) is an ambitious long-term effort to systematically…

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Agriculture a pillar of Africa’s economy: Ambassador Josefa Sacko

Agriculture continues to be the mainstay of the African economies, accounting for 17.2 per cent of the continent’s gross domestic product, the Commissioner of the African Union’s Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Josefa Correia Sacko, said in Puglia, Italy.   Ambassador Josefa Sacko, who presented these figures during the G7…

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Africa wants green industrial infrastructure market as a distinct asset: Ambassador Josefa Sacko

At least 10 billion dollars a year is the estimate that the continent expects to grow in the green industrial infrastructure market as a distinct asset, African Union Commissioner Josefa Correia Sacko said in New York.   The diplomat, who was speaking at a summit on the investment market signalling framework for green industrialisation on…

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Addressing food waste and loss mitigates climate change

Climate change and food loss and waste are two interconnected global challenges that threaten the very foundation of our food systems. With one-third of all food produced globally going to waste, the environmental, economic, and social implications are dire. As climate change intensifies, its impact on food production, distribution, and consumption becomes increasingly evident. This…

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AGRA proffers recommendations for improving Fertiliser Subsidy Programmes in Africa

The Alliance for a Green Revolution Africa (AGRA) has offered recommendations for strategic priorities for Improving Fertilizer Subsidy Programmes in Africa (FSP).   Available evidence indicates that FSPs in Africa have generated several positive impacts, notably by bolstering agricultural productivity, augmenting farmers’ incomes, and fortifying food security. These impacts have come at a high cost…

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JC Auditors in bid to promote alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals

JC Auditors (JCA), a leading provider of compliance and certification services, is driving meaningful change in various industry sectors, by offering solutions that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As a SANAS-accredited, IAF-aligned certification body, JCA is committed to promoting sustainability through compliance, with a focus on safety, quality, environmental management, and…

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ZAI partners Diaspora Insurance for funeral insurance services

 Lloyd Rabaya The Zimbabwe Accountants International (ZAI) has partnered with Diaspora Insurance for its members to get bespoke funeral insurance products and services. Diaspora Insurance is a United Kingdom (UK)- based risk solutions firm, and the partnership will help bring financial security to more than a thousand accounting professionals worldwide. ZAI was established in 2022,…

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Private sector critical in driving investment to reduce post-harvest food loss

Dr Agens Kalibata, the President of the Alliance for a Green Revolution Africa (AGRA) has underscored the importance of working with the private sector to drive investment to reduce post harvest food loss.   She was speaking at the 2024 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA2024) in a session titled “Opportunities To Unlock Private Sector Investment…

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AU concerned about post-harvest food losses in Africa

African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Ambassador Josefa Correia Sacko said today in New York that the levels of post-harvest food losses in Africa are sufficient to meet the annual food needs of some 48 million people.   Speaking on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, which has been taking place since last Monday,…

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Workshop validates SPS Communication strategy, action plan and corporate branding

A workshop to develop a robust and targeted communications strategy for the African Union (AU) Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Programme in Africa is underway in Lusaka, Zambia with a view of outlining clear guidelines and approaches for communicating key messages, advocacy, and awareness creation among key audiences.   In welcome remarks read by Chiluba Mwape,…

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Good Seed and Food Festival celebrates Zimbabwe’s agricultural diversity and resilience

Writes Lloyd Rabaya  Guitars, drums, and throats soothed the ears, plenty of seed varieties were on display, and lots of food was prepared for sale to visitors as farmers exhibited at the Good Seed and Food Festival held in Harare at Botanical Gardens. Farmers from across Zimbabwe converged at the Botanical Gardens “Celebrating the resilience…

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Summit of the Future: High-profile global leaders speak

Global leaders and experts at the Summit of the Future have shared views about creating a more effective and inclusive global governance system capable of addressing contemporary challenges in pursuit of promoting sustainable development.   President of Namibia, HE Nangolo Mbumba at Summit: “The world of 1945… is contrastingly different from the world of 2024….

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Pact for the Future: CSOs increase calls to reform the UN Security Council

Civil Society Organizations have called on member states to seize the momentum from the Pact for the Future to reform the UN Security Council emphasizing the need for inclusivity and equity to address the challenges of modern-day conflicts.   Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO of New America and a member of the UN High-Level Advisory Board on…

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SOTF: Inclusive, networked multilateralism and partnerships shaping a better global future

The Summit of the Future (SOTF) Action Days wrapped up Saturday at the United Nations Headquarters, highlighting the power of inclusive, networked multilateralism and partnerships in shaping a better global future. The sessions, which have brought together world leaders, civil society, youth representatives, and stakeholders from across the globe, have laid the groundwork for the…

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Kariba Municipality reviews strategic plan, tables 2025 service delivery goals

By Admore Mbonda  The Municipality of Kariba (MoK) stakeholders have undertaken a review of the local authority’s 2021-2025 strategic plan in a bid to map the critical service delivery goals for 2025. Councillors and other stakeholders of the resort town gathered at Harare Club for a three-day workshop at the weekend. Speaking on the sidelines…

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Prof Charles Adetunji on 2024 Career-long List of the World’s Top 2% Scientists

Nigerian erudite academic, Prof Charles Adetunji has been recognized in the prestigious 2024 Career-long List of the World’s Top 2% Scientists, as well as the single-year Most Impactful List of Distinguished Professors globally. In an interview with Spiked Online Media, the respected scientist said the achievement reflects the unwavering support and dedication of many individuals…

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Artisanal miners ravage the environment in Banket

Writes Elvis Dumba  Banket – Concerned residents of Banket have raised alarm over the devastating impact of artisanal mining on the environment, with authorities accused of turning a blind eye to the destruction. Artisanal mining has become a significant threat to Zimbabwe’s environment, with many miners operating outside ecological rules, leaving hazardous pits and toxic…

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Old Mutual Zimbabwe launches Renewable Energy Fund to drive sustainable development

Old Mutual Zimbabwe has launched the Old Mutual Renewable Energy Fund, a private equity fund dedicated to fostering renewable energy investments in the country.   The fund is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission with Old Mutual, the Government of Zimbabwe, and various UN agencies as its key initial investors.   The Old Mutual…

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Renewable Energy Fund ensures sustainable and prosperous future for Zimbabwe

His Excellency Mr. Edward Kallon, the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator has said the launch of the Renewable Energy Fund was a significant milestone for Zimbabwe’s journey toward a sustainable and prosperous future.   He made the remarks at the launch of the Renewable Energy Fund on 20 September 2024 at the Old Mutual…

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Just Transition: Resolving Climate Debt Critical for Sustainable Development in Southern Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende   As Southern Africa faces escalating climate challenges, the urgency for enhanced climate finance in 2024 has never been more critical. With increasing temperatures, unpredictable rainfall, and extreme weather events, the region is at a pivotal moment where proactive measures can shape its future.   Southern Africa is uniquely vulnerable to climate…

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EcoCash launches loyalty programme for customers

EcoCash has launched a customer loyalty campaign called “EcoCash Gives You More” in which the leading mobile financial services platform in Zimbabwe positions itself to enhance customer engagement and boost the value it offers to its users. The loyalty campaign, which kicked off last Friday (September 13, 2024) will run until November 17, 2024. It…

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Zimbabwe to harness benefits of IAEA Scientific Forum in promoting food security

Zimbabwe’s Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, Dr. Anxious Masuka has said lessons from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Scientific Forum 2024, themed ‘Atoms4Food: Better Agriculture for a Better Life’, should be harnessed to promote food and nutrition security in the country. He revealed that in a panel discussion of a…

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A New Chapter Begins: Zimbabweans head to Dr. Muzamhindo’s Vision 2030 Manual 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. In the next few days, mark one such momentous occasion as Dr. Tinashe Muzamhindo unveils his magnum opus, the much-anticipated book titled “Vision 2030 Manual.”…

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Industries fuelling climate crisis draining public funds in the Global South: ActionAid report

Climate-wrecking fossil fuel and industrial agriculture sectors are squeezing climate-hit countries for over US$600 billion in public subsidies every year. ActionAid’s groundbreaking new report on the corporate capture of public finance finds that climate-destructive sectors are benefiting from subsidies amounting to an average of US$677 billion in the Global South every year, money that could…

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68th IAEA Conference: Minister Masuka shares insights on improving food security

Dr Anxious Jongwe Masuka, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, shared opportunities and insights that stakeholders could utilize to improve food security.   He was speaking during the 68th International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Scientific Forum being held under the theme “Atoms4Food: Better Agriculture for a Better Life”, running from 17…

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Residents have to be widely consulted on prepaid water meters: HRT

THE Harare Residents’ Trust (HRT) has said it has been closely following the debate on the possible introduction of prepaid water meters in Harare. The local authorities, with the backing of some international financial institutions, have been warming up to the idea, but they have not done enough to ensure the consistent provision of safe,…

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