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The Speaker of Parliament Hon Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda is in Algiers, Algeria, on a Parliamentary Bilateral Visit at the invitation of his counterpart, His Excellency, Speaker Brahim Boughali, Speaker of the People’s National Assembly. He is accompanied by members of the Portfolio Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade, namely, Hon. Webster Kotiwani…
By Baboloki Semele It is all cylinders firing as the African Union Advisory Board Against Corruption-AUABC in partnership with Stellenbosch University in Western Cape, South Africa is preparing to host the African Anti-Corruption Research Network in Tanzania next week. The anticipated workshop will run from 9th to 11th May 2023 in Arusha, Tanzania at the…
As Gilead Sciences held its annual stockholders’ meeting yesterday, the international medical humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) called on the US pharmaceutical corporation to finally fulfill its 2018 promise and ensure that the lifesaving drug liposomal amphotericin B (L-AmB, marketed as Ambisome) is more widely available for people with HIV who also…
By Elvis Dumba Media practitioners in the country yesterday joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Press Freedom Day with calls for developing and strengthening press freedom in the country. In a statement, the Zimbabwe Union of Journalists said the press and members of the public struggle to access information from government ministries…
By Staff Reporter Zimbabwe will participate at the Expo 2025 Osaka which is expected to unlock the country’s value in terms of economic growth. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Ambassador James Manzou said the country’s participation at the Expo provides an opportunity to forge more partnerships and attract investment…
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority has signed an agreement with aviation giant Emirates to further boost inbound tourist arrivals and develop traffic into Zimbabwe utilizing the strength of the airline’s global network. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Badr Abbas, Emirates’ Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations for Africa, and Ms. Winnie Munchanyuka, Chief Executive of…
Online money transfer has become an important part of everyday life in Zimbabwe and across the globe. Digital money transfer services not only support millions of businesses but also help keep families and friends connected in the country and across borders. An estimated 908,913 Zimbabweans live and work in the diaspora, according to the Zimbabwe…
Destination Zimbabwe takes its tourism campaign back to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, this week where the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) is exhibiting at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which takes place on 1-4 May. ZTA Chief Executive, Ms. Winnie Muchanyuka, has said that her organization is using the Arabian exhibition as an opportunity to create…
Smallholder farmers have long been considered purely subsistent producers without the capacity to participate in commercial value chains. This has led to their exclusion from many agribusiness enterprises which typically focus on medium- to large-scale growers. Through the Accelerated Innovation Delivery Initiative (AID-I), the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) and partners are supporting…
By Chimeno Azriel Aspiring Councillor for Kadoma’s Ward 4, Godwin Gwara (ZANU PF), has started offering service delivery to the residents in his ward . Gwara, who is a youthful entrepreneur, recently joined hands with another aspiring Kadoma Central legislator, Cosmas (Cossy Rules) Daka to collect refuse from the streets and has spearheaded the connection…
The Pan-African Parliament will host the 3rd African Parliamentarians Summit on Climate Policy and Equity scheduled to take place on May 16 – 17 on the sidelines of the Second Ordinary Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP). The Session is scheduled to hold from 15 May to 02 June 2023 at…
For the first time in history, the European Union showcased what it offers at its own stand at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF). As #TeamEurope, the EU stand is hosting the EU and EU Member States (Sweden, France, Italy, and The Netherlands this year), as well as various # TeamEurope-funded projects being implemented in…
The President of the Republic of Kenya, H.E. William Ruto has called on the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) to be the continent’s standard-bearer on issues affecting African citizens. These include issues related to intra-African trade, climate change, democracy, and good governance. The call was made during an audience accorded to the President of the Pan-African Parliament,…
The modernisation and industrialisation of Africa urgently require the adoption of science, technology, and innovation, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said. He made the remarks yesterday while officially opening the Sixth Transform Africa Summit running from 26 to 28 April 2023 in Victoria Falls under the theme “Innovate, Connect, Transform” which he said provides an apt…
By Baboloki Semele The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has launched a six-month campaign to sensitize its internal and external stakeholders on its new Whistleblowing Policy, approved by the Boards of Directors in January this year. The Whistleblowing Policy 2023 builds on a 2007 policy, which at the time was widely considered progressive and reflective…
All is set for Zimbabwe’s participation at the 4th edition of the Takulandirani Malawi International Tourism Expo 2023 to be held from 26 to 27 April 2023 at the Bingu Wa Mutharika International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe. The tourism expo comes after two years in hibernation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Zimbabwe and Malawi…
By Charles Dhewa The relationship between climate change and indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) can be understood better if discussed from a historical perspective. This approach can show pathways and trends through which indigenous knowledge was an integral driver of how African communities dealt with a changing climate using their knowledge, values, intuitions, and experiences. Historical…
By Elvis Dumba Kutama – Zvimba South Constituency legislator, Dr. Philip Chiyangwa has facilitated the upgrade of formerly Catholic Bishops run Father O’hea Mission Hospital to a general hospital. The 120-bed mission hospital, which was one of the best hospitals in Zvimba District and was the first institution to provide HIV treatment services that included…
By Elvis Dumba Banket – Climate change has affected weather patterns around the world, thereby affecting many sectors, which include agriculture. Tropical cyclones and other climate change-induced weather patterns have contributed to droughts due to lack of rain and excessive rains in different areas with catastrophic consequences in some places where the loss of property…
In a show of confidence for his leadership acumen, Dr. Gift Machengete, the Director-General of the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (POTRAZ) was yesterday elected Vice President of the Council of African Regulators ahead of the Transform Africa Summit slated for 26-28 April 2023 in Victoria Falls. This was revealed by Smart Africa Chief Executive…
Financial Services giant, Old Mutual Zimbabwe giant is lighting up this year’s Zimbabwe International Trade Fair’s Scholastica and Innovators Forum program by bringing its flagship financial literacy program On The Money. Participants to the two ZITF programs stand to benefit from life transforming, sound financial literacy presentations based on Old Mutuals’ On The Money program….
The Adam Molai Foundation (AMF) will hold Health and Wellness Days in Marondera on Wednesday, 26th of April, and Thursday, 27th of April 2023. The events, which will take place at Cherutombo North (Pagomo) and Marondera East (Yellow City) Seventh Day Adventist churches respectively, aim to improve attendees’ physical and mental well-being. The Health and…
In fulfilment of the aspirations of the National Development Strategy (NDS 1) of improving Diaspora participation in national development, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Honourable Ambassador Frederick Shava will host the Inaugural Diaspora Investment Conference “Spotlight Zimbabwe”, during the sidelines of the 63rd Edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) on…
Increased private sector participation across Africa’s critical minerals and energy sectors is crucial for the continent to move its economies forward, says Haddison Etchou at IBC Consultancy Energy Capital & Power (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) spoke with Haddison Etchou, Corporate Finance & Tax Professional at IBC Consultancy, during the launch of the African Critical Minerals Summit (https://apo-opa.info/3Aqq5QF) in…
By Elvis Dumba Banket – The government has set a target of hectares for wheat production as the country moves towards a wheat self-sufficient economy. Various stakeholders in the agriculture sector said they are geared up for the 2023 wheat season, with farmers being urged to get their agriculture inputs from reputable manufacturers to avoid…
The President of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) has encouraged the youth to be the driving force behind the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). H.E. Chief Fortune Z. Charumbira called on young people to tap into opportunities offered by intra-African trade, and play a leading role in accelerating Africa’s industrialisation and economic transformation. The President…
By Elvis Dumba Mhondoro – President Emmerson Mnangagwa has hailed the public-private partnerships for strengthening the country’s health sector. He said this in Mhondoro, where he officially commissioned Zimplats Mine’s Mubaira Hospital Project. President Mnangagwa said the government is committed to scaling up responses towards quality health services provision in the country. “This commissioning of…
The Common Market for East and Southern Africa (COMESA) Gender and Social Affairs Division is working on the empowerment of women in the region. This emerged yesterday at the COMESA workshop on Gender Policy, Implementation, and Gender Planning guidelines held in Harare yesterday with the objective of creating awareness among stakeholders on gender issues guided…
H.E. Dr. Monique Nsanzabaganwa, Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) held a working session with the Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), led by H.E. Chief Fortune Charumbira. The meeting took place at the seat of the Continental Parliament in Midrand, South Africa. The consultation formed part of the ongoing engagements between the…
Fastjet Zimbabwe, the award-winning value-based airline, has today unveiled its new uniform designs marking the airline’s readiness for the runway. Fastjet’s new uniform, representing a modern and smart look that captures the airline’s brand identity, will be worn by its ground staff and aircrew across all its bases in Zimbabwe and South Africa from Thursday,…
Recognising climate change as a serious threat to social and economic development, Zimbabwe has been prioritizing adaptation in recent years. In 2015, a National Climate Change Response Strategy was passed. Two years later, the country’s first National Climate Policy was adopted, providing an overarching framework for climate action programming. With UNDP support, a comprehensive National Adaptation…
By Elvis Dumba Mt Darwin – As the country celebrates 43 years of independence, the government has made tremendous strides towards economic development in various sectors such as health, mining, education, and agriculture. President Emmerson Mnangagwa said the country’s own people are responsible for nation-building through peaceful hard work. Speaking during the 43rd Independence celebrations…
The Role of African Central Banks in Promoting Sustainable Financing for Youth Climate Action By Dr. Richard Munang As the global community faces the urgent need to mitigate climate change and its impacts, green finance and sustainability initiatives are becoming increasingly important. By leveraging financial services, we can develop and implement innovative solutions that promote…
By Elvis Dumba Banket – Various businesses have partnered with the government in the success stories in the agriculture sector with climate-proof agricultural practices – The Pfumvudza/Intwasa geared to improve household food security. The Pfumvudza/Intwasa program has seen the country able to export maize for humanitarian purposes after tonnes of grain were donated to Malawi…
As government spearheads Sustainable Wildlife Management Programme (SWMP) in Binga, there was a site visit to the arid district by the Secretary for Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry Ambassador Raphael Tayerera Faranisi last week. Zimbabwe is a well-endowed country with flora and fauna and it is a sought-after destination because of all that it…
By Wallace Mawire Touched by the devastating Tropical Cyclone Freddy which ravaged Malawi and killed many nationals of the Southern African country, including maiming many, Zimbabwe’s business sector is joining the rest of the global well-wishers to offer help and support to the troubled communities of the country. According to authorities as of 21 March…
The Harare Residents’ Trust (HRT) has followed the debate on the operations of City Parking and the Harare Municipal Traffic Enforcement Police, both entities under the City of Harare. The organisation averred that the City of Harare has been largely dishonest about the financial relationship that exists between the Traffic Enforcement Police and the City…
By Elvis Dumba Harare- Corporates have been urged to economically empower women-owned businesses to reach their full potential and advance sustainable development. The call was made by Deputy Minister for Women Affairs, Community, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development, Dr. Jennifer Mhlanga, during a signing ceremony of a Supplier Diversity and Inclusion (SDI) partnership agreement between…
By Vincent Maher, Group Executive: Head of Digital at MultiChoice Group Africa faces a reckoning when it comes to its relationship with digital technology. Challenges related to infrastructure rollout and the high cost of data mean it’s difficult for enterprises and institutions to adopt new solutions that can transform their activities and functions, as well as…
By Elvis Dumba The Municipality of Chinhoyi Public Relations Manager and Spokesperson Tichaona Mlauzi has assured residents and stakeholders in the town that their drinking water is safe for consumption with the local authority making monthly tests on the quality of their water. Mlauzi remarks follow viral news that circulated in some sections of the…
When African Union member states met in Abuja, Nigeria, in April 2001, they committed to allocating 15% of their government budgets to health. This happened because more resources were required to address the health challenges, including HIV and AIDS, Malaria, and Tuberculosis. This was an agreement by heads of state of African Union countries as they met…
Zimbabwe is getting ready to host the Victoria Falls Carnival, which returns this year this month. The organisers of the event said last year’s edition brought in over four thousand visitors to the destination. Bongani Ngwenya said his team is excited about the prospects of this year’s edition from a business creation perspective to the…
The 2022-2026 Zimbabwe UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (ZUNSDCF) Steering Committee and stakeholders convened jointly by the Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Dr Misheck JM Sibanda and the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Mr Edward Kallon reviewed development results in 2022 and endorsed plans for 2023. The ZUNSDCF, delivering US$524 million in various…
Destination Zimbabwe Tourism delegation met with officials from Malaga Tourism at the ongoing World Travel Market (WTM) Africa in Cape Town, South Africa on Monday. Zimbabwe was led by the Zimbabwe Ambassador to South Africa, His Excellency David Hamadziripi. The meeting sought to discuss possible areas of cooperation while exploring mutual interests between the two…
By Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – Plan International Zimbabwe has joined hands with the Ministry of Health and Child Care for malaria eradication in Kariba District where there will be mass malaria eradication campaigns whilst riding on collaborative action between the private-public partnership. Mashonaland West Provincial Medical Director, Dr. Gift Masoja told a Provincial Development Strategy…
