Take practical measures to combat malaria: CWGH urges Government

As the world commemorates World Malaria Day on April 25, 2025, the Community Working Group on Health (CWGH) has urged the government to take practical measures to combat malaria, a preventable and treatable disease that continues to pose a significant public health challenge in the country.   This year’s theme, “Malaria Ends with Us: Reinvest,…

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Fuelling Zimbabwe’s Industrial Growth through the Creative Economy

Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot On 24 April 2025 in Bulawayo,  the National Gallery of Bulawayo was abuzz with innovation, dialogue, and vision as the Ministry of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services hosted the third edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) Media Indaba. Under the theme “Celebrating the Creative Economy for Industrial Growth,” the indaba…

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Faith in Action: Empowering Generations to Tackle Climate Change Together

As the impacts of climate change become increasingly evident, the role of faith leaders in climate adaptation has gained significant importance. Faith communities, guided by their values and teachings, have the potential to influence public opinion, mobilize resources, and foster community resilience. On 23 April 2025, the Methodist Development and Relief Agency (MeDRA), in partnership…

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ZITF 2025: UNDP Zimbabwe delivering practical, inclusive solutions for sustainable development

On Wednesday, a Spiked Online Media correspondent visited the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Zimbabwe stand at the 2025 Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) to get insights about the UN agency’s work in the country.   Below are excerpts from the interview: Question 1: What is the overarching goal of UNDP Zimbabwe’s work? Answer: At…

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AfDB approves $19.85 million grant for Sudan’s conflict areas

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) recently approved a $19.85 million grant over two years to support a humanitarian and resilience operation in Sudan, with a strong focus on improving the livelihoods of vulnerable populations and easing the impact of the ongoing conflict on communities and infrastructure. In the short…

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Kupa Kunemufaro: Empowering Zimbabwe’s Creative Community through Free Healthcare

The Shepherds Foundation Trust and Mumba Creations are excited to announce the launch of “Kupa Kunemufaro,” an innovative initiative aimed at providing free healthcare services to Zimbabwe’s creative and visual communications community. Scheduled for April 25, 2025, from 10 am-4 pm at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe, the event underscores the commitment to the health…

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EU Zimbabwe focuses on investment and trade at ZITF 2025

Bulawayo, 22 April 2025 – The European Union (EU) is back at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo for the third consecutive year— with its now-flagship pavilion, one of the largest international stands. Following two consecutive wins for Best and Most Outstanding Foreign Display, the EU returns this year showcasing a strengthened focus…

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Empowering Zimbabwe’s Entrepreneurs: The Value Creation Challenge 5 Launches Nationwide

Value Creation Challenge (VCC) is offering a lifeline to aspiring business leaders across Zimbabwe, by providing an opportunity for youth involvement in its innovative incubation programme that aims to reinforce innovation and entrepreneurship in Zimbabwe.   Now in its fifth year, VCC is a nationwide incubation program by the Eight2Five Innovation Hub, powered by Old…

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Israel’s Discriminatory Policies against Palestinian Christians during Easter condemned

The Palestinian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Dr. Tamer Almassri, strongly condemns the Israeli authorities’ discriminatory policies against Palestinian Christians during the Easter celebrations. He described the restrictions imposed on worshippers, the denial of access to churches, and the violence against church leaders and worshippers as a blatant violation of the fundamental right to freedom of worship….

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A Call for Hope: Zimbabwe’s Journey Towards Healthy Beginnings

The air in the WHO Zimbabwe Country Office was filled with a sense of purpose as staff members prepared to commemorate World Health Day on April 17th. The theme, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” served as a powerful reminder of the organization’s core mission: to ensure that every mother and child in Zimbabwe had the opportunity…

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Private sector can play a leading role in investing in sustainable sources of energy

Writes Sam Matsekete   Old Mutual’s interest in renewable energy has been established over a period now, and we continue that commitment. Firstly, within the Old Mutual operations themselves, we seek to uphold responsible business practices, and we are looking at how we can ensure that we are climate-friendly in the ways that we conduct…

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Peace Journalism in the Digital Age: HWPL Workshop Explores Ethics, AI, and Global Cooperation

The HWPL International Workshop on Peace Journalism Studies, held on April 17, 2025, brought together journalists, scholars, and peace practitioners to explore how peace journalism can help address global challenges such as misinformation and conflict in an era of rapid digital transformation. The event was hosted online by an international peace NGO, Heavenly Culture, World…

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Zimbabwe’s 45th Independence Anniversary: President Mnangagwa highlights developmental initiatives

Forty-five years after Zimbabwe attained independence, the country has witnessed several developmental initiatives, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said.   In his address today, 18 April 2025, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency, Dr E. D. Mnangagwa in Gokwe, Nembudziya in the Midlands Province said central to the country’s development is the commitment…

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Japan, Zimbabwe and UN Agencies collaboration improves Child Health and Nutrition, Medical Waste Management

The Government of Japan provides support, in partnership with UNICEF, UNDP, WFP, and UNOPS, to the Government of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and has launched five transformative projects under Japan’s 2024 Supplementary Budget and the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD). These initiatives aim to strengthen maternal and child health, prevent malnutrition, modernize medical…

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Parliament, UNICEF Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Child Rights and Wellbeing

The Parliament of Zimbabwe and UNICEF on Tuesday 15 April 2025 officially signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize and strengthen their collaboration in promoting the rights and well-being of children and women in Zimbabwe. The MoU, which was five years in the making, includes the Zimbabwe Institute Board, the Zimbabwe Women Lawyers…

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Investing in Africa’s Prosperity: Transnational Roadshow Sets the Stage for the Atlas Convention 2025

Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot 16 April 2025, Harare – The Atlas Transnational Roadshow launched today with an array of significant events designed to transform Africa’s role in the global economic arena. Together with government officials, the United Nations, industry experts, and policymakers, the roadshow highlighted Africa’s vast potential and its strategic path towards sustainable economic growth…

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MP Gift Mambipiri donates sanitary pads to 20 schools in Kadoma

Writes Chimeno Azriel   Kadoma Central Member of Parliament, Gift Mambipiri, through the Pad Up Kadoma campaign, recently distributed sanitary pads worth us$8000 to 20 Primary and Secondary schools in Kadoma aimed at addressing the issue of period poverty and promoting the girl child’s education.   The distribution ceremony was held at Waverley Secondary School…

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Ghana: Hundreds accused of witchcraft urgently need protection and reparation

The Ghanaian authorities have failed to protect and fulfill the human rights of hundreds of victims of witchcraft accusations and ritual attacks that forced them to flee their communities fearing for their lives, said Amnesty International in a new report.   “Branded for life: How witchcraft accusations lead to human rights violations of hundreds of…

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Empowering Rural Livelihoods: The Chomudondo Family’s Success Story

Writes Violet Mashonga In the heart of Mhondoro Mubaira, Ward 5, the Chomudondo family has been making waves with their innovative farming and poultry projects. This elderly couple has defied conventional expectations, showcasing that age is no barrier to achieving success. Their determination and hard work have not only improved their own lives but also…

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The Private Voluntary Organisations Amendment Act, 2025: Examining Its Effects on NGOs in Zimbabwe

Dr. Babra Ontibile Bhebe – Executive Director, Election Resource Centre, Yale World Fellow| Doctor of Laws (LLD)   This article provides a brief analysis of the newly enacted Private Voluntary Organisations Amendment Act, 2025, an Act by the Parliament and the President of Zimbabwe which has been introduced to amend the present Private Voluntary Organisation…

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Gandiwa Village in Mhondoro Mubaira Hosts Successful Field Day at Mandizvidza Homestead

Writes Violet Mashonga   Gandiwa Village in Mhondoro Mubaira recently hosted a successful field day at the Mandizvidza homestead, attracting numerous organizations and companies. The event, held in Ward 5 of Chief Rwizi’s area, showcased the growing interest in the farming industry. Guest of honor, Mrs. Ndoro, the Provincial Deputy Director of Agritex, expressed her…

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African leaders press for fast implementation of the SDGs to drive jobs and inclusive growth

The Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11) was held in Kampala, Uganda, with a powerful call to action on bold leadership and decisive policies that drive jobs, inclusive growth, science and evidence-based solutions.   President Kaguta Yoweri Museveni, host of the ARFSD-11, stressed the need for Africa to stop exporting…

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Parliamentarians champion social development and justice at 150th IPU Assembly

The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) hosted by the Parliament of Uzbekistan successfully concluded its 150th Assembly in Tashkent. This landmark Assembly attracted 1400 delegates, including 740 Members of Parliament and IPU Associate Members from 130 countries.   The presence of 100 Speakers and Deputy Speakers of Parliament underscored the increasing recognition of Parliamentary Diplomacy as a…

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Phase 1 of New Mbare Musika accommodates 1,628 traders: President Mnangagwa

The first phase of the completed Mbare Traders Market (Musika) paves the way for 1,628 traders to begin operations in a decent workspace, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said.   President Mnangagwa said this while officially opening the Mbare Traders Market Development Project Phase 1 and the commissioning of Phase 2 of the project in Harare…

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150th IPU Plenary Session tackles theme for the year

To kick-start the General Debate on the theme of the Assembly entitled “Parliamentary Action for Social Development and Justice”, held a special segment with keynote speakers. In her address on this occasion Rt. Hon. Dr. Tulia Ackson, President of the IPU, identified three key aspects of social development, namely, fighting poverty, ensuring decent livelihoods, and…

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Chief Charumbira officially opens Session of the National Assembly of Benin

The Pan African Parliament (PAP) President, HE Chief Fortune Charumbira, officially opened the National Assembly of Benin on 10 April 2025 in Porto Novo, Benin.   He thanked the Speaker of the National Assembly of Benin, Hon. Gbehounou Louis Vlavonou, for extending an invitation to him to officially open the Session of the National Assembly…

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UN Efficiency Agenda Takes Root in Zimbabwe: Integrate, Innovate and Transform for Impact Together

Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot 10 April 2025, Harare – The United Nations Operations Management Team (OMT) held a strategic planning meeting under the theme “Integrated, Innovate, and Transform for Impact Together” in Harare from 8 to 9 April 2025. The meeting marked an essential assessment of the progress made towards realizing efficiency results, documenting valuable lessons…

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Make adequate security provisions for upcoming Easter holidays: Safeguard

Holidays such as the upcoming Independence Day and Easter holidays often bring about increased travel, shopping, and festivities. However, holidays also attract potential risks such as break-ins and thefts, especially with the continued rise in crime being recorded.   “The holiday season is prime time for criminals to target occupied and unoccupied homes and businesses,”…

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Government must ensure citizens get quality health services: CWGH

The Community Working Group on Health (CWGH) on World Health Day (WHD) held under the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures”, called on the government to ensure that all citizens get quality health services, when and where they need them, without facing financial hardships.   In Zimbabwe since 2013, health is a Constitutional right, as well…

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City’s recruitment of a substantive finance director pertinent: Harare Residents Trust

The Harare Residents’ Trust (HRT) is alarmed and shocked at the reluctance of some powerful councillors and bureaucrats at Town House to finalise the recruitment of a substantive finance director. The process was reportedly finalised in February 2025, tabled and debated in full council, but unfortunately referred back to the Human Resources and General Purposes…

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Old Mutual’s Commitment to Community Development Shines at ICAZ Charity Golf Tournament

Old Mutual is proud to continue its longstanding role as the title sponsor of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe (ICAZ) Charity Golf Tournament, held on April 4, 2025. For over 12 years, this partnership has brought together golfing enthusiasts and industry leaders, all united in the common goal of supporting vital educational initiatives…

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Mozambique, country with plenty water, but still faces water crisis

Writes Charles Mangwiro Maputo (Mozambique) – Climate change is undoubtedly the primary cause of water insecurity in Mozambique, a country with a history of cyclical flooding during the rainy season. Mozambique also receives a lot of flood water from its neighbors, namely South Africa, Eswatini, Malawi, and Zimbabwe but still faces a crisis for safe…

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Education minister commissions ECD Block at Kuredza Primary School

Writes Chimeno Azriel   The Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Hon Dr. Torerai Moyo commissioned the Kuredza Government Technical Primary School’s Early Childhood Development (ECD) block, three specialist rooms, led a field day, and awarded the school the first prize in commercial ventures in Kadoma on Monday.   The significant event marked a milestone…

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2025 International Summit on Genome Editing to be held in US

The summit to be held in Cambridge, MA from May 21-23 will focus on how biotechnologies impact the meaning of being human    The Global Observatory for Genome Editing International Summit will be held from May 21-23, 2025 in Cambridge, MA. The Summit foregrounds questions about biotechnologies that are poised to alter the meaning of being human….

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Rising Teenage Pregnancies in Manicaland: A National Crisis That Demands Urgent Action

Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats (LEAD) are deeply concerned and outraged by the latest statistics reported by the National AIDS Council (NAC), which revealed that 13,353 teenage girls were impregnated in Manicaland Province in 2024.   Linda Masarira, the President of LEAD, said even more alarming is the fact that 161 girls dropped out of…

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NetOne working for a cleaner, greener, and healthier urban environment

NetOne, in collaboration with the City of Harare, led a vibrant clean-up campaign in the heart of Harare’s Central Business District (CBD), aimed at promoting a cleaner, greener, and healthier urban environment.   The initiative, held on the first Friday of the month in line with the national clean-up programme, brought together NetOne staff, City…

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The Love Zimbabwe Festival driving unity and peace

The Love Zimbabwe Festival in Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West Province which kicked off in February 2025 is set to conclude on April 6, 2025, and aims to promote unity and collective responsibility in building a prosperous Zimbabwe. Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for the province, Hon. Marian Chombo, attended a high-profile luncheon organized…

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Social Protection System Strengthening Programme to support vulnerable citizens

The launch of the Social Protection System Strengthening Programme is a key priority of the Government of Zimbabwe to support vulnerable citizens. This is a positive move towards a prosperous and empowered upper-middle-income society by 2030 and is a testament to the commitment to investing in social protection to support vulnerable citizens, from the womb…

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Symposium advances technologies to improve health outcomes for Zimbabweans

A Leadership in Health Technology Symposium held in Harare today (29 March 2025 ), organized by Siza Mukwedini and Kuda Makuzwa of Matamba Film Labs was meant to improve health outcomes for Zimbabwe.   In her remarks at the workshop, Pamela Tremont, the United States Ambassador to Zimbabwe, commended the support of the U.S. President’s…

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Southern Africa Commemorates the Proclamation of the DPCW with a Call for Institutionalising Peace

Pretoria, South Africa – March 25, 2025 – The 9th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) took place at Brooklyn Lodge, Pretoria, bringing together high-level officials, ambassadors, representatives from NGOs and IGOs, and members of civil society.   The event, hosted by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light…

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Upgraded UZ laboratory to improve polio surveillance and diagnostics

The commissioning of the University of Zimbabwe (UZ) Polio Laboratory has been described as a landmark achievement in the collective journey toward a polio-free world, emanating from the envisaged improvement in disease surveillance and diagnostics.   This state-of-the-art facility stands as a testament to the unwavering commitment of Zimbabwe, in collaboration with global partners like…

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MP initiates ‘Pad up Kadoma’ initiative to keep girls in school

Writes Chimeno Azriel   In a bid to support the educational and menstrual health needs of girl children in his constituency, Kadoma Central Member of Parliament has launched the ‘Pad Up Kadoma’ initiative to collect and distribute sanitary pads to 20 primary and secondary schools in the city, targeting girls who frequently miss lessons due…

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