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By Hillary Munedzi Zimbabwe’s leading hotel and leisure company, Meikles Group, managed to recoup lost revenue with the segment’s operations in Victoria Falls growing by 244% to ZWL1.3 billion from ZWL398 million in the reviewed financial announcement for the six months ending 30 September 2022. African countries are having an influx of international tourists with…
By Mathew M. Abang (Ph.D., MBA) One of the main constraints to food security, poverty alleviation, and economic growth in the SADC region is low agricultural productivity, which is partly attributed to the underuse of fertilizers that are at times of poor quality. An adequate supply of, and access to, good quality fertilizer that is…
By Fitzgerald Munyoro The government of Zimbabwe through an amalgamation of the ministry of land, agriculture, fisheries, and rural development and the Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services has partnered with an African development conglomerate, Smart Africa, in the development of a real time agricultural data mapping system called Agriculture Information Management…
The Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, left the Midlands Province ICT-enabled following the launch of five (5) community information centres (CICs) and six (6) ICT labs in Shurugwi on 28 November 2022. Gracing the launch were the Deputy Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services, Hon. Dingimuzi Phuti; the Director General…
By David Kamau and Peiman Milani The world is facing a global food crisis like none other, with food prices at historic highs, supply chains disrupted by war and disease, and climate change threatening harvests in virtually all geographies. Global food insecurity is rising so rapidly that hunger pushes one child per minute into severe malnutrition and in 2021, up to 828…
By Veritas In early medieval Europe, taxes were often paid in kind, with taxpayers providing labour or other services or handing over goods and produce to the tax collectors. A thousand years or so later, Zimbabwe adopted the same system for the payment of miners’ royalties. On the 4th of November, the President published a…
By Charles Dhewa Middlemen are often blamed for reaping off farmers and consumers. However, most of the criticism is based on a poor understanding of how markets function and the gaps closed by middlemen. All markets have unique ways of assigning roles to different actors. If middlemen were not important in coordinating supply chains and…
Thirty-seven of 52 African countries have become more industrialized over the past eleven years, according to a new report from the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org), the African Union, and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). The Africa Industrialization Index (AII) report provides a country-level assessment of 52 African countries’ progress across 19 key indicators….
By Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – Mashonaland West Minister for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Mary Mliswa-Chikoka has recorded another first by bagging a prestigious award. Hon Mliswa-Chikoka was awarded Outstanding Woman CEO Award 2022 by CEO Network Zimbabwe, making history as the first provincial minister of state to receive such an accolade. The Mashonaland West…
By Persistence Gwanyanya While the $4,5 trillion budget might have given a great deal of consideration to the urgent need to balance growth and stability, its implementation remains key. Given the structural nature of our challenges, I never expected a silver bullet type of budget that addresses all of them. Economic rebuilding is a journey…
The Third Zimbabwe-Malawi Joint Tourism Technical Committee (JTTC) meeting was held in Lilongwe, Malawi from 23 to 24 November 2022. The meeting was Co-Chaired by Ambassador Raphael T. Faranisi, Secretary for Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry, and Mr. Chauncy Simwaka, Secretary for Tourism, Culture, and Wildlife, Malawi. The objective of the meeting was to…
As Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) joins the world in commemorating the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), it expressed concern over the increase in the vice within the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. The annual campaign begins on 25 November and runs through International Human Rights Day on 10 December. ZELA…
DStv subscribers in Zimbabwe now have an additional method for paying their subscriptions, with the inclusion of the Mukuru platform in the methods available for payments. According to Liz Dziva, MultiChoice Zimbabwe publicity and public relations manager, Mukuru became a channel for subscriptions in November, just in time for the 2022 FIFA World Cup tournament,…
The governance of labour migration as an instrument for development in Southern Africa will be put under the spotlight at a high-level tripartite two-day dialogue titled: “Labour Migration Governance in the SADC region,” to be held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe 29th and 30th November. The President of Zimbabwe, Dr Emmerson Mnagwanga will officially open the…
The Zimbabwe Parents of Handicapped Children Association (ZPHCA) Coordinator, Mrs. Theresa Makwara expressed her gratitude to Miserior for donating a Land Cruiser vehicle to the organisation for the purpose of increasing mobility. The organization is now expanding to reach out to children with disabilities and their parents in far rural remote communities in Zimbabwe in…
The United Nations (UN), Women’s Academy for Leadership and Political Excellence (WALPE), and the Wedza Residents Development Initiative Trust (WERDIT) are among the stakeholders who reiterated that gender-based violence (GBV) is an impediment to development. The sentiments came yesterday as stakeholders marked the beginning of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) under the…
If rising above adversity was a person, then that description would best fit 56-year-old Martha Mazengera who when life threw curveballs at her, found it in her to find ways to make sure she took care of her family. When Martha Mazengera’s husband passed away, she found herself as the breadwinner to her 4 children…
David Thomas, Editor, African Business Magazine The Cop27 climate summit at Sharm El-Sheikh in Egypt closed earlier this week with a flagship agreement among richer countries to fund a “loss and damage” fund for vulnerable nations hit by climate change. The announcement is an important victory for Africa, as Mohamed Adow, executive director at climate action organisation Power…
Dr. Benjamin Emmanuel Katsvamutima, the Executive Director of the Chartered Institute Of Customer Relationship Management (CICRM) has underscored the fact that education is the passport to a bright future. He made the remarks at the CICRM institute’s 10th Graduation Ceremony yesterday, 24th November 2022 at a colourful function in Harare. The Chairman of the Consumer…
Dr. Solomon Matsa, the President of the Business Economic Empowerment Federation (BEEF) has implored Zimbabweans from all walks of life to take ownership of businesses and drive the economy. Founded in November 2017 by Zimbabwean business entrepreneurs, BEEF seeks to promote business and economic empowerment of native businesspeople, including citizens in the diaspora. “As a…
Zimbabwe Women Empowered in Business (ZIWEB) empowers women in Zimbabwe with the opportunity to start and sustainably run their own business by becoming sub-distributors for Nestlé East and Southern Africa (ESAR) From seeking to survive and sustain her family, to be able to afford luxuries that she once only dreamt of is the story of…
By Elvis Dumba The African Empowerment Fund -Organic Africa, is set to go into partnership with Farmers for Economic Development for herbal farming. Farmers for Economic Development National Chairperson, Tapiwa Chitate, said his organisation is targeting at least 5 000 hectares of land along the Zambezi Escarpment for the project. Chitate revealed this when he…
By Hillary Munedzi The Rural Enterprise Development Trust (REDT) said Zimbabwe’s educated youths have the requisite skills and capabilities required to create wealth within the economy and investing in their rural homes can be a panacea to youth unemployment. Speaking during the REDT first anniversary, REDT chairman, Mr. Joseph Israel Thompson said entrepreneurship should be…
The United Nations Climate Change Conference COP27 closed on 20 November with a breakthrough agreement to provide “loss and damage” funding for vulnerable countries hit hard by climate disasters. “This outcome moves us forward,” said Simon Stiell, UN Climate Change Executive Secretary. “We have determined a way forward on a decades-long conversation on funding for…
Kenya is set to benefit from a US$3 billion Country Programme from African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). This was announced during a meeting between Kenya’s President, His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, and Professor Benedict Okey Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank. During the meeting held at State House Nairobi, Prof. Oramah…
As the world marks the arrival of its 8 billionth citizen, the largest generation of young people in history calls for change …A rising global movement of 1.8 billion young people calls for greater attention to policy and financing for their health and well-being World population officially topped 8 billion this week, as the largest generation of young…
Parties agree to historic loss and damage fund at COP27 to support developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change Paris Agreement remains intact – no backsliding or backtracking as commitments reaffirmed and strengthened despite global headwinds Progress achieved across the board at climate change talks and 1.5°C goal still…
By Elvis Dumba Kariba – Zimbabweans experiencing long hours of electricity load shedding will have to grapple with more power outages as electricity generation is depleted due to low water levels in Kariba Dam. The country now pins its hopes on improved electricity generation on the commissioning of unit 7 at the Hwange Power Station…
By Elvis Dumba Katawa – Women, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable community members in Zvimba North Constituency’s wards 15, 30, and 33 got empowered through the Presidential Rural Poultry Program. Hundreds of people received road runner chicks which were handed over by Zvimba North Constituency legislator and ZANU PF Central Committee member, Hon Marian…
Mr. Antonio Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations in his speech at the conclusion of COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh urged stakeholders to play their various roles in addressing the climate change crisis. He thanked the Egyptian government and COP27 President Sameh Shoukry – for their hospitality and recognized Simon Stiell and the United Nations…
By Kudakwashe Tagwireyi The unpredictable weather conditions that were being experienced in Mutasa South District and the persistent cyclones that had ravaged Manicaland, had placed women in the surrounding villages, in the limelight of dependency syndrome to their husbands and the donor community. Fate however has been in their favour this year as with the…
By Hillary Munedzi The United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM) secretariat is working on providing opportunities for women in business in line with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Speaking during the UNGM procurement seminar held in conjunction with Zimtrade at a local Hotel in Harare recently, Mr. Balakrishnan Amirthalingam, the Chief of the Global Procurement Support Section of…
The UN Climate Change High-Level Champions took stock of the contribution of non-State actors at COP27 with their closing event – COP27 Action Agenda: Progress & Priorities – wrapping-up a two week programme of over 50 events. This included the launch of the Sharm-El-Sheikh Adaptation Agenda, a number of major African-led initiatives to cut emissions and build…
Zimbabwe is making its voice heard as it is aligned with the African Group position led by Zambia on calling for the recognition of Africa’s special circumstances and needs. The Deputy Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry for Zimbabwe, Hon Barbara Rwodzi, said that Africa is a continent plagued by complex overlapping challenges…
The Egypt COP27 Presidency launched four solution-centered initiatives on the last day of COP27s’ thematic day. The initiatives launched in relation to climate solutions, provide complimentary pathways to enhance global climate action and ensure that countries are able to fulfill their NDCs and meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. Friends of Greening National Investment…
The Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA) has announced an $85 million investment into ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (ARISE IIP), the pan-African infrastructure developer and operator. This deal demonstrates the confidence of FEDA in ARISE IIP’s development strategy. The investment agreement was concluded on 16 November 2022 in London, between Marlène Ngoyi, CEO of FEDA…
Zimbabwe celebrated World Post Day last week in Bulawayo at a colourful ceremony attended by senior government officials and players in the information communication technology (ICT sector). Among the important dignitaries were the Minister of the Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, Dr. Jenfan Muswere and the Permanent Secretary, Dr Beaullah Chirume….
Fastjet Zimbabwe has apologised for the inconvenience to its loyal customers and airline supporters for the recent changes to their schedules and delays that have affected travellers in recent days. Mr. Nunurai Ndawana, the Fastjet Zimbabwe spokesperson said the disruption to the airline’s schedule was caused by a combination of factors. “Earlier this week, one…
By Hillary Munedzi Gender-based violence (GBV) has a knock on women and families in Zimbabwe, with the macro-economic cost of the vice amounting to US$2 billion. To put this into perspective, globally, an estimated 200 million women and girls have undergone female genital mutilation in 30 countries and 700 million were married as children (250…
Research organisations based in Kenya are fast-tracking a joint deal to introduce new technologies that would produce maize varieties that are tolerant to the spread of the Fall Army Worm (FAW). Leveraging the knowledge of the Mexico-based International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre (CiMMYT), scientists argue that the initiatives will boost food security in Kenya…
In an important injection of support to countries facing the worst effects of climate change, seven donor governments pledged new funding for the Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF) and Special Climate Change Fund (SCCF) during the COP27 climate summit and several others backed the funds’ ambitious goals for meeting the most urgent adaptation needs. Announcing a total of $105.6…
Germany has committed €40 million to the African Development Bank Group’s (http://www.AfDB.org) Climate Action Window (http://bit.ly/3TJVww8), German State Secretary for Economic Cooperation and Development Jochen Flasbarth has announced. The contribution is to support climate adaptation in fragile African states. Flasbarth made the announcement during a ministerial panel for climate-vulnerable countries and champions of adaptation finance…
The Minister of Environment Climate Tourism and Hospitality Industry Zimbabwe Hon Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndhlovu is lobbying for the inclusion of local communities as an important part of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) decision-making processes. He revealed this at the 19th meeting of the Conference of the…
The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) has reiterated its commitment to work with civil society organisations to promote the continent’s climate change agenda and call for climate Justice for the citizens of Africa. This was the message delivered by H.E Hon. Chief Fortune Charumbira, President of the PAP, during the Civil Society Event organised under the auspices of…
Cimas Health Group is marking Men’s Health Awareness Month by offering Cimas members prostate cancer screening at all its clinics throughout November, broadcasting a prostate cancer talk show on Friday (November 18) and holding an iGo Movember Half-Marathon on November 26. The month of November was first dubbed Movember in 2003 in Australia when men…
