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Structured Industrialisation Policies: Paving the Way Towards Vision 2030

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago023 mins

Writes Dr. Tinashe Muzamhindo The recently concluded Southern African Development Community (SADC) Industrialization Week (SIW) marked a significant milestone in the region’s journey towards economic transformation. This annual event celebrated with vigor and enthusiasm, brought together stakeholders to discuss strategies for fostering intra-African trade, developing cross-border value chains, and identifying investment opportunities through public-private partnerships….

TRM youth, Chitungwiza Municipality in joint clean up campaign

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago06 mins

Writes Marlvin Ngiza In response to President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s declaration for a Clean-Up Campaign every first Friday of every month, youth affiliated with Teen Rescue Mission (TRM) in partnership with the Chitungwiza Municipality yesterday participated in the noble cause. The clean-up exercise covered areas which include St Mary’s Police to Unit O main Chitungwiza Road….

Kadoma City Mayor Ruzario emphasises importance of stakeholder collaboration

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago02 mins

Writes Thomas Faranando On the sidelines of a strategic meeting with stakeholders at a local hotel on Friday, Kadoma City Mayor, Nigel Ruzario highlighted the significance of collaborative efforts in driving the city’s development. He stressed that stakeholder engagement is crucial for the growth and progress of Kadoma, the only city in Mashonaland West province…

Women urged to embrace agro-ecology to fight patriarchy

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago06 mins

Writes Lloyd Rabaya Women have been urged to embrace agroecology for empowerment to fight against the patriarchal nature in the Southern African region. This came out this week at the inaugural Regional Agroecology Conference which ended yesterday in Harare. Speaking at the conference, Dr. Jo Abbort, deputy ambassador of the United Kingdom Embassy said despite…

Cleaning the environment has become a part of NetOne’s DNA

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

NetOne, the leading telecom company, today took a significant step towards environmental stewardship by actively participating in the National Clean-up Day in collaboration with the Ministry of ICT and Ministry of Mines and many other stakeholders. This joint initiative aimed to tackle environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices within the community. By aligning efforts with…

Zimbabwe leads in implementation of Malabo Declaration for Youth Empowerment initiatives

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

Zimbabwe has emerged as a trailblazer in the implementation of the Malabo Declaration, a landmark agreement that prioritizes youth employment and empowerment through the agricultural sector. The Malabo Declaration, adopted by the African Union in 2014, calls for African countries to prioritize agricultural development and create opportunities for young people in this vital industry. At…

IACO adopts coffee as a strategic commodity under the AU Agenda 2063

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago06 mins

A press conference was held on Thursday, August 1st, 2024, at the Eilly International Hotel in Addis Ababa to officially announce the outcome of the G25 Kampala Declaration. This declaration, unanimously adopted by the AU Heads of State, “includes coffee as a strategic commodity in the AU Agenda 2063 and the inclusion of the Inter-African…

Lifeline for 300 Families: Bindamombe Irrigation Scheme Revitalised

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago05 mins

Writes Pylaia Chembe, UNDP Zimbabwe Communications Assistant In Ward 18, Chivi district, Masvingo Province, a newly revitalized irrigation scheme is poised to transform the food security narrative of 300 families in its community. The 34-ha Bindamombe Irrigation Scheme has been climate-proofed through a partnership between the Green Climate Fund, the Government of Zimbabwe, and the…

Agribusiness: Entrepreneurship, education, and innovative skills address unemployment in Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago08 mins

There is a need to develop the capacity to innovate, recognize, and create opportunities by encouraging African universities to transition from the first and second university missions of teaching and doing basic/fundamental research to the third mission of contributing to economic development by applying research findings in business practices in pursuit of creating employment opportunities…

Youth in agribusiness embrace AfCFTA’s potential in boosting trade

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) represents a transformative opportunity for the continent, particularly in the agricultural sector. The Consortium of African Youth in Agriculture and Climate Change (CAYACC), and with the support of its esteemed partners—AUC, AUDA-NEPAD, AGRA, USAID POLICY LINK, FAO, WFP, GRZ, and GIZ— are keenly aware of the potential that…

Zimbabwe takes significant steps to prioritise youth empowerment in agribusiness

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago04 mins

The Government of Zimbabwe has taken significant steps to prioritise youth empowerment and mainstream youth in national development, particularly through the uptake of agribusiness initiatives for young people. This was said by Nickros Kajengo, the Chief Programmes Coordinator, Agricultural Youth Desk, Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, who is also the Head…

Involving young people in agribusiness spurs the African Plan of Action for Youth Empowerment

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

To give substance to the commitments made under the Malabo Declaration regarding the development of African youth, the African Union has developed several policies and frameworks including the African Plan of Action for Youth Empowerment (APAYE) 2019- 2024 – an instrument to galvanize youth development stakeholders. These sentiments were expressed by Mukulia Kennedy, the Principal…

Sanyati District launches a zero waste movement

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago06 mins

Writes Chimeno Azriel To reduce consumption and waste generation, last Monday Sanyati District launched the Zero Waste Movement Chapter so that it minimizes waste and promotes sustainable living practices. The Zero Waste Movement Sanyati chapter was launched by Mashonaland West Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Marian Chomb. The Movement…

Plant health risk management crucial for Africa’s economy: Commissioner Josefa Sacko

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago04 mins

The management of risks related to plant health is crucial for Africa’s economy and remains a pressing and urgent challenge, AU Commissioner Josefa Correia Sacko said today in Addis Ababa. The diplomat made these remarks while speaking at the launch of the phytosanitary strategy for Africa (2022-2036), which addresses the adoption and promotion of…

MIASA joins Critical Minerals Africa as SADC partners

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago06 mins

Public and private sector entities across Southern Africa’s mining sector are intensifying cooperation to enhance the critical mineral value chain for economic growth. In July 2024, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Botswana signed an agreement (http://apo-opa.co/3LIS6Z6) to upgrade an existing railway line linking the three countries and to build a new line and a deep-water port in…

How can African markets be modernised without losing flavour and identity?

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago013 mins

Writes Charles Dhewa By pulling commodities from diverse production zones, African territorial mass markets have become genuine centres of excellence in food systems where a question about any food commodity receives answers from farmers, traders and consumers who interact in the same space. However, the pace at which these markets are growing calls for…

Post Malabo Framework to shape Food Systems landscape in Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

The Post Malabo Framework is going to shape the Food Systems landscape for Africa for the next 10 years, Mrs. Estherine Fotabong, the Director of Agriculture, Food Security and Environmental Sustainability of the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) has said. She said so in her concluding remarks for the Validation Workshop for the Post-Malabo…

AUC, AGRA Host African Agribusiness Youth Strategy Dialogue

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), will be hosting the Agribusiness Youth Strategy (AAYS) Regional Dialogues on Harmonization, Domestication, and Implementation for the Southern Africa Region in Lilongwe, Malawi from 1 to 2 August 2024. Speaking to this publication ahead of the workshop in…

SADC Conference reignites investment culture for economic development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago07 mins

The Investment Conference held today during the 7th SADC Industralisation Week reignites the spirit of investment to spur domestic and regional economic development. This is the first-ever SADC Investment Conference, a prelude to the 44th Ordinary SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government which shall be running under the theme: “Promoting Innovation to…

Premier real estate investment conference set for August

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago03 mins

Affordable finance, sustainability, and diversification will be among the key issues to be discussed at ZimReal 2024 on August 28th in Harare. Zimbabwe’s premium real estate and property investment conference will bring together local and regional property developers, investors, public sector officials, and asset managers. Leading real estate company, WestProp, is once again the…

Shakhboot bin Nahyan participates in meeting on Sudan held in Djibout

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

DJIBOUTI, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, participated in the Mediators Planning Retreat on Sudan, held in Djibouti, with the participation of 32 countries as well as regional and international organisations. During the meeting, participants discussed international initiatives and efforts aimed at establishing peace in Sudan and developing a collective vision. Sheikh…

Government urged to stop giving tenders to incompetent companies

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago06 mins

Writes Lloyd Rabaya The government has been urged to consider blacklisting companies that fail to deliver on their agreed terms to protect the public interest and ensure uninterrupted service delivery. This came out this week when the Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) hosted their analysis of the Officer of the Auditor Generals (OAG)…

The Industrial Revolution in Morocco under the Reign of King Mohammed VI

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago015 mins

Dr. Najib SOMOUE (Economist and Financial Analyst) Since ascending to the throne, His Majesty King Mohammed VI has adeptly adapted the Kingdom’s economic strategies to fluctuations in international relations and the specifics of the national economy. The economic transition models initiated by the King have always been grounded in solid foundations, reflecting a deep…

UN Gastronomy Tourism for Africa: NetOne offers ubiquitous, uninterrupted mobile telephony services

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago02 mins

Mobile telephony giant, Netone Pvt Ltd, ensured that delegates at the UN Gastronomy Tourism for Africa Conference in the resort city of Victoria Falls accessed ubiquitous, uninterrupted connectivity. The company offered a diamond sponsorship package which demonstrated its commitment to supporting national initiatives by connecting thousands of delegates and promoting digital economy and cultural…

CAADP embraces inclusivity and resilience in food systems

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

Africa’s food systems face multiple shocks and stressors hence the need to embrace resilience and inclusivity in implementing the Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP). In his presentation representing the thematic working group on ‘Enhancing Resilience of Livelihoods and Agri-food Systems to Shocks’ during the ongoing CAADP Validation Workshop for Technical Working Groups…

CGIAR on the Post-Malabo Agricultural Transformation Agenda: A Conversation with Dr. Namukolo Covic

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago09 mins

Dr Namukolo Covic is the Director General’s Representative to Ethiopia for the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), CGIAR Ethiopia Country Convenor, and CGIAR Regional Director for East and Southern Africa. Below she discusses how CGIAR can support countries following the African Union Heads of States Summit’s endorsement of the post-Malabo roadmap that outlines a framework…

Ambassador Josefa Leonel Correia Sacko Emerges the Winner of the Africa Green Ambassador Award 2024

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago03 mins

The Interconnections for Making Africa Great Empowered and Sustainable (IMAGES) Initiative, http://imagesinitiatives.org has awarded the 2024 Africa Green Ambassador Award to Her Excellency, Ambassador Josefa Leonel Correia Sacko. Ambassador Sacko is an Angolan, leading African Agronomist and Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Development, African Union Commission. Before her re-election…

CAYACC playing a key role in ensuring youth engagement in CAADP processes

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago06 mins

The Consortium of African Youth in Agriculture and Climate Change (CAYACC) has played a significant role in promoting youth engagement in the Comprehensive African Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP). Spiked Online Media had an interview with Mwaka Namukonda, the Executive Coordinator of CAYACC in Lusaka, Zambia during the ongoing Validation Workshop for Technical Working Groups…

Conference reveals Artificial Intelligence (AI) as frontier of technological innovation

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago05 mins

Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the frontier of technological innovation, offering unparalleled opportunities to bolster business processes and yield to the sustainable development agenda. This was revealed by Hon. Advocate Jacob F.N. Mudenda, the Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe at the occasion of the inaugural International Business, Governance and Accounting Conference (IBGAC) at the…

Climate change, demographic shifts among factors influencing Post-Malabo CAADP implementation

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

The implementation of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) framework across the continent is impacted by agri-food systems and various megatrends including demographic shifts and climate change, Mrs. Estherine Fotabong, the Director of Agriculture, Food Security and Environmental Sustainability of the African Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), has said. She made the remarks in the…

Success of Post-Malabo process demands accelerated implementation of policies and programs

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

Yvonne S. Mpundu, Zambia’s Permanent Secretary (administration) in the Ministry of Agriculture has said the success of the Post-Malabo process requires the accelerated implementation of policies and programs. She made the address in her keynote address during the official opening of a validation workshop for the Most-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Agenda…

Africa wants support to realise the development of carbon markets on the continent

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago04 mins

African Union Commissioner, Josefa Correia Sacko, recognised yesterday in Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) that the support of the international community is a fundamental pillar for the development of carbon markets in Africa. Speaking at the Africa Multilateral Conference on Carbon Markets, which runs from 24-26 July, the diplomat said that the concept of carbon markets…

Validation Workshop for Post Malabo Technical Working Groups opens in Lusaka, Zambia

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

A validation workshop bringing together members and key stakeholders of the Post Malabo Technical Working Groups (TWGs) convened/co-convened by the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) and other partners kicks off today 25 July 2024 and will run until 30 July 2024 and is meant to review, revise, refine, and finalize the draft reports to be…

UN and partners collaboration on El Nino Drought interventions show promising results

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago04 mins

The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Zimbabwe, Mr. Edward Kallon, undertook a comprehensive two-day field visit from 23 to 24 July 2024 to Buhera District, Manicaland Province. The purpose of the visit was to oversee the execution of anticipatory action interventions funded by the UN Central Emergency Response Fund to address the impact of…

Meet Ashley Nyamundaya, the 15-Year-Old Poetic Prodigy Inspiring Change

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago02 mins

Writes Thomas Faranando At just 15 years old, Ashley Nyamundaya, a Form 3 learner at Pen Commercial College, is already making waves with her exceptional writing talent. This young author and poet recently entertained the crowd at the Zero Waste Movement launch this morning with her thought-provoking poetry, leaving a lasting impression on all who…

African Marketing Confederation’s conference tackles economic turmoil and AI disruption

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago05 mins

Marketers across the globe need to come up with innovative campaigns as they seek to ensure that their brand remains resilient and top of mind in today’s socio-economic environment. Not only are companies’ strategic decisions being based on less share of wallets as stagnating economic growth across the globe pinches wallets, but also as new…

UN Global Compact, AUC partnership to boost the Global Africa Business Initiative

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago05 mins

The UN Global Compact will engage businesses across the continent to support the African Union Commission’s goals and mandate The United Nations Global Compact and the African Union Commission will partner up on the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) (GABI.UNGlobalCompact.org). Through this collaboration, they will seek to amplify the impact of sustainable business practices…

Innovative mining strategies spur production for economic development: Parly Speaker Mudenda

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago012 mins

Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe, Hon Jacob F. N. Mudenda has urged the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Mines and Mining Development to play its role in ensuring the upscaling of mining productivity to enable Zimbabwe to attain greater heights of economic prosperity. He made the call during the induction workshop for the Portfolio…

AfDB approves ZAR18 .85 billion ($1 billion) corporate loan for Transnet’s business recovery plan

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago07 mins

In addition to the corporate loan, the African Development Bank is contemplating two targeted grants, including $750,000 in technical support from the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a ZAR 18.85 billion ($1 billion) corporate loan to Transnet, South Africa’s major freight transport and logistics company, for its…

President Mnangagwa’s Ascendancy to SADC Chairmanship: An Opportunity to Reinforce Vision 2030

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago010 mins

Writes Dr. Tinashe Muzamhindo Introduction: The upcoming SADC (Southern African Development Community) summit in Zimbabwe marks a significant milestone for President Mnangagwa as he assumes the chairmanship of this influential regional organization. This article explores the importance of this event and its potential to reinforce Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030, a comprehensive development plan aimed at transforming…

NetOne doubles data traffic

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago04 mins

NetOne, a leading telecommunications company, has recently made headlines with a remarkable 93.99% surge in data traffic. This was revealed by the first quarter report by the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ). This unprecedented growth not only underscores NetOne’s strong market presence but also sheds light on the evolving landscape of data…

5th Annual Africa Intellectual Property Summit Holds Nov 28 – 30 in Kigali, Rwanda

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago08 mins

The 5th Annual Africa Intellectual Property Rights Summit (Africa IP Summit) under the theme: Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs): The Catalyst for Sustainable Development Goals in Africa will be held November 28-30, 2024, at the M Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda. African Newspage is the Official Media Partner of the 5th Africa IP Summit, which is…

NetOne is on a revival trajectory

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

Ever since the leading government-owned mobile telephony giant, Netone had stable leadership, the company is registering significant in-roads on the path to revival. From the time Engineer Raphael Mushanawani took over the reins as acting until he became the NetOne Group Chief Executive Officer, there have been several notable positive changes. The company…

ZIMOZA Trans-frontier Conservation Area to ensure environmental stewardship

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago04 mins

The signing of the Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Zambia (ZIMOZA) Transfrontier Conservation Area (TFCA) by His Excellency President Dr. Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Filipe Nyusi of Mozambique, and the Honourable Rodney Sikumba, Zambian Minister of Tourism signifies a commitment to regional cooperation to enhance environmental stewardship. The agreement was signed yesterday in Harare and…

New Africa Sustainable Development Report Shows Critical Importance of Scaled-Up Development Financing

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 months ago010 mins

The report provides an in-depth review of African countries progress towards five sustainable development goals and their 32 targets to meet the 2030 Agenda and the African Union 2063 Agenda The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), and the African Development Bank (AfDB) (www.AfDB.org), presented today the 2024…