Grain Swap project launched

Staff Reporter Mola, Kariba District – As the climate change-induced weather patterns threaten to affect food security, the government has put in place measures to ensure that communities in drought-prone areas have adequate food. Mashonaland West Provincial Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Marian Chombo today launched the Grain Swap Program at…

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Stakeholders call for gender-sensitive approaches to disaster risk reduction

Stakeholders are calling for gender-sensitive approaches to disaster prevention, mitigation and recovery strategies, and natural disaster assistance in pursuit of sustainable development. This came to the fore today during a workshop titled ‘Gender and Disaster Risk Management’ a topical subject since the climate is changing and affecting everyone worldwide. Addressing delegates, Hon Monica Mutsvangwa, the…

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14th ADFNS Commemoration, 19th CAADP Partnership Platform on cards

Writes Baboloki Semele Lusaka, Zambia, is set to become the focal point of significant events at the end of this month. The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with various departments and partners and African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) are organizing a series of important gatherings to commemorate the 14th Africa Day for Food and…

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Palestine committed to defending all religions without discrimination

Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The State of Palestine has demonstrated protection and recognition of all religions without discrimination as it condemns the spitting on non-Jews, especially Christians and tourists. Palestine Ambassador to Zimbabwe, H.E Dr Tamer Almassri made the statement in a media communique today. “The State of Palestine condemns the continued incursions by extremist Israeli…

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Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe takes stance against drug abuse

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is committed to protecting public and animal health through its regulatory functions. As part of this mandate, MCAZ recognizes the urgent need to combat drug and substance abuse in Zimbabwe. Drug abuse is a complex issue that affects individuals, families, and communities across Zimbabwe. It poses serious threats…

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Zimbabwe committed to upholding right to access to information

The government of Zimbabwe has been commended for its commitment to upholding the right to access information during the International Day for Universal Access to Information held on Thursday, 28 September 2023 In his remarks during the commemoration, Hon Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services hailed President Mnangagwa for creating…

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National Seed Fair breathes life into long-lost millet varieties

By Lloyd Rabaya As the Green Stars traditional dance group was dishing out their transcendent performance of the Mbakumba dance, the unmitigated crowd’s cheerful plaudits with the golden dust going straight to the skies marked the permanent return of a lost hope. Since time immemorial in Zimbabwe, different occasions called for different dances, which vary…

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Africa, global south should act now on disaster risks reduction

Dr. Tendai Mhizha, the Secretary-General of the Health Harm Reduction Conference has urged the Global South, with a particular focus on the African continent, to take appropriate action to address challenges hindering sustainable development. She made the remarks during the second edition of the African and first edition of the South-South Health Harm Reduction Conference…

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Government urged to open industries to curb drug abuse

Writes Clayton Masekesa The government of Zimbabwe has been urged to open industries and create employment opportunities for youths to curb the incessant drug abuse and other vices. This came out during a Mutare Peoples’ Assembly held in Mutare on Friday, initiated by Fight Inequality Alliance Zimbabwe (FIAZ), which is an initiative that is aimed…

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Health harm reduction necessary for sustainable development: Africa CDC

Dr Ahmed E. Ogwell Ouma, the Deputy Director-General of the Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)  has said health harm reduction is the most viable option for attaining sustainable development on the continent. He made the remarks yesterday at the second edition of the African and first edition of the South-South Health…

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Estimating emissions accurately essential for effective mitigation and management strategies

Writes Baboloki Semele Methane emissions contribute to climate change and air pollution and are thus a major environmental concern. This was revealed by programme manager of solid waste management and circular economy at the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) in India, Richa Singh during a live discussion on CSE’s new report named ‘Methane Emissions…

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Disaster preparedness key in addressing health emergencies

Healthcare systems should prepare proactively in cases of natural disasters, Dr. Katlego Mothudi, the Managing Director at the Board of Healthcare Funders of Southern Africa (BHF) has said. He made the remarks today during the second edition of the African Conference on Risk Reduction that is taking place from September 27 to 29, 2023, in…

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Zimbabweans uncertain after harmonised elections results: Ostallos

By Lloyd Rabaya A dark cloud of uncertainty is hovering around Zimbabwe after the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) allegedly announced fraudulent results of the elections held from 23 to 24 August, according to opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) deputy spokesperson Gift Ostallos Siziba. This came out at a post-election assessment meeting held yesterday by…

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Morocco health harm reduction conference tackles risks related to natural disasters

The second edition of the African Conference on Risk Reduction is taking place from September 27 to 29, 2023, in Marrakech, under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. This internationally significant event is jointly organized by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Rural Development, and…

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Sky is the limit for renowned Masvingo’s Pastor Isaac Makomichi

Own Correspondent For youthful Masvingo prophet, Pastor Isaac Makomichi, life has been a roller coaster as the 30-year-old man of God has transformed from a hapless orphan into one of the biggest things in the world of Zimbabwean Pentecostal Churches. The story of Pastor Makomichi, a man of cloth-cum business mogul and philanthropist seems like…

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Chitungwiza Municipality warns residents on illegal sewer fees collection

  Chitungwiza Municipality has warned its residents of rogue elements who are illegally demanding some funds to fix sewer problems in the area after making investigations on the matter. Some residents have fallen victim to unscrupulous Council employees who demand US$2 and above for sorting the evil-smelling sewer, and the Municipality also said there are…

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Agriculture insurance a wake up call as climate change takes toll

Writes Elvis Dumba Zvimba – The agriculture sector is facing a huge challenge due to the ever-changing weather patterns as a result of climate change. Zimbabwean farmers involved in various agriculture sectors have not been spared from the effects of climate change with threats of another poor rainy season due to the expected El-Nino weather…

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Volunteer Dedication Highlights Success of HWPL World Peace Summit

A grand-scale international peace summit, hosted by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), unfolded in South Korea from September 18 to 20. This significant event, themed “Implementation of Multidimensional Strategies for Institutional Peace,” ran smoothly , thanks to the devoted efforts of 2,000 volunteers.  The HWPL World Peace Summit brought together over 800 global…

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Gas leak at school investigated by authorities

Writes Elvis Dumba Kadoma – Officials from the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Mines, Defense,  Environmental Management Agency, and security authorities as well as civil protection unit which includes police and army have instituted an investigation over a suspected unknown gas leakage or explosion that resulted in a gas poisoning incident at Jameson High School…

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Government intensifies climate-smart agriculture as El-Nino looms

Writes Elvis Dumba Zvimba – The government has put in place mechanisms to counter the effect of the predicted El-Nino weather phenomenon that is expected to affect the 2023-24 agriculture season. The government has intensified the climate-smart agriculture program,  Pfumvudza/Intwasa by deploying senior government officials to the country’s districts. This was revealed by Professor Obert…

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Action needed for UN commitments on TB testing, treatment: MSF

OWN CORRESPONDENT NEW YORK/GENEVA, SEPTEMBER 22, 2023—The international medical humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) welcomes leaders’ signing of a political declaration today on tuberculosis (TB) during the United Nations High-Level Meeting (HLM) on TB. In this declaration, world leaders committed to ramp up TB testing, treatment, and prevention efforts—for both adults and…

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ZGC and ILO launch workplace sexual harassment manual

By Lloyd Rabaya The Zimbabwe Gender Commission, in conjunction with the International Labour Organization (ILO), today launched the workplace sexual harassment and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) manual, which will strengthen efforts by various organizations in fighting harassment at workplaces. Representatives from various organizations and government departments were present at the launch to show the pivotal…

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HWPL partners with Spiked Online Media for promotion of peace in the world

OWN CORRESPONDENT SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Spiked Online Media that establishes a relationship between the two entities to conduct peace projects toward the goal of achieving peace in the world. The MOU signing ceremony was done on the sidelines…

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WHO appoints Chido Mpemba to its Social Connection Commission

Writes Reginald Tapfumanei Chido Mpemba, who currently serves as the youngest diplomat in the African Union Chairperson’s Cabinet, has been appointed as a Commissioner and co-chair of the Social Connection Commission by the World Health Organization (WHO) The Commission will have its Secretariat housed at the WHO headquarters in Geneva Switzerland, running under a three-year…

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ZPHCA Annual Youth with Disability Convention 2023 lives to its billing

Zimbabwe Parents of Handicapped Children’s Association (ZPHCA) through the Grand Funding from Miserior facilitated the hosting of the ZPHCA Youth with Disability National Convention at ROKPA Centre in Harare on the 8th of September 2023. The Annual Youth with Disability Convention was attended by 43 youth with disabilities from the greater Harare Region and beyond….

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2023 InternationaI Women’s Peace Conference: Peace Education Crucial

Seoul, South Korea – The 2023 InternationaI Women’s Peace Conference held yesterday during the Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) World Peace Conference running under the theme “MuItidimensionaI RoIe of Women for SustainabIe Peace” brought to the fore the importance of peace education in the promotion of harmony and sustainable development. H.E. Hon….

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RIDA committed to rural infrastructure development in Mashonaland West

Writes Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – The Rural Development Infrastructure Agency (RIDA) is committed to the transformation of rural development in Mashonaland West Province by ensuring communities have access to good rural roads, as well as safe and clean water. This was revealed by the Executive Director of the agency, Christopher Shumba when he paid a…

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Thousands of Global Leaders Gathered in South Korea for Building Institutional Peace

More than 1,800 people from  121  countries, including the United States, the Philippines, Ukraine, South Africa, Pakistan, Thailand, Romania, and India, are attending the 9th Anniversary of the September 18th HWPL World Peace Summit in Incheon,  South  Korea,  from  September 18th to 21st. During this event themed “Implementing a Multi-dimensional Strategies for Institutional Peace”, leaders and experts in the fields…

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SDGs Expo showcases 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development implementation

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Exhibition affords diverse stakeholders an opportunity to showcase different initiatives being undertaken in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, a senior government official has said. These were a part of remarks yesterday by the Secretary for Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare, Mr. Simon Masanga, who was represented by…

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Regional organisations call for accountability in the implementation of SADC’s development strategy

More than 200 people representing regional civil society organisations, government and parliaments came together for the third year in parallel meetings across five different countries and online on 13th and 14th September 2023, to call for the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) to accelerate financing, implementation, and monitoring of its regional strategy, the Regional Indicative…

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Global leaders highlight peace initiatives at HWPL World Peace Summit

Seoul, South Korea – Global leaders attending the 9th Anniversary of the September 18th Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) today 18 September 2023 have highlighted initiatives aimed at promoting peace and harmony in different countries around the world. Setting the tone for the meeting during a press conference ahead of the official…

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Open letter to President Emmerson Mnangagwa

Writes Itai Rusike (Executive Director of Community Working Group on Health) Now that the elections are over, the people of Zimbabwe expect the fulfilment of the election manifesto, in which you promised massive improvement in health infrastructure; more health personnel; accessible and affordable medicines; free medical care for cancer patients; at least one hospital per…

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Parliamentarians have a mammoth task of contributing to climate action

The recent Africa Climate Summit, through the Parliamentarians Dialogue that was held on 4 and 6 September 2023 revealed the role and potential contribution of parliaments to climate action. It also served as a platform for parliamentarians to discuss various implementation pathways from the perspective of legislatures for the delivery of the commitments made during…

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Shawn Michael Homera urges PWDs to value education

Writes Marlvin Ngiza 25-year-old Shawn Michael Homera, who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science Honour’s degree in Mathematics at the University of Zimbabwe (UZ) has advised young people with disabilities to set education as their priority saying that life with some academic qualifications offers better opportunities. The graduate revealed that education is a vibrant…

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Journalists Honoured for their Contribution to Social Justice

Journalists have been honoured for their contribution to raising awareness on the need for southern Africa to promote social accountability in national and regional development. The journalists were honoured at the 3rd Regional Dialogue for Non-State Actors on the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) 2020-2030 held in a hybrid format across six countries namely…

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Non-State Actors Welcome Move to Strengthen Engagement with SADC

Non-state actors in southern Africa have welcomed plans by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to develop a robust engagement mechanism aimed at enhancing coordination and harmonization of efforts to drive the regional integration agenda. Currently, engagement between Non-State Actors (NSAs) and the SADC Secretariat is based on various Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with different…

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Marian Chombo pledges economic transformation of Mashonaland West Province

Writes Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – The newly appointed Mashonaland West Provincial Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Marian Chombo has said she is ready to work with the people to economically transform the province. “We are going to work together with the people of Mashonaland West to transform this province economically so…

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