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Zimnat customers can now obtain bureau de change services at selected Zimnat branches across the country, following the establishment of a partnership between Zimnat General Insurance and Access Finance for the provision of these services. Zimnat offers businesses and individuals a variety of products that include motor insurance, home insurance, life assurance, travel insurance, funeral…
By Abigail Mzimbawakhe (Midlands Correspondent) Fuming Gweru residents pleaded for the removal of Section 40 of the Marriage Bill at a meeting that was held on the 30th of August at Gweru Civic Centre. A number of Gweru residents urged legislators to remove Section 40 of the Marriage Bill arguing when passed the Bill was…
Abigail Mzimbawakhe (Midlands Correspondent) Villagers from Dorset and Damba in Shurugwi have asked the government to introduce the Zimbabwe United Passenger Company (ZUPCO) buses in the remote areas of the district as they are finding it hard to travel due to unaffordable prices by commuter omnibus buses. Exorbitant fares by kombi operators have increased by…
During the commemoration of the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearance held on 30 August 2019, five leading human rights organisations called on African states to end the use of enforced disappearances and ensure justice and reparations for thousands of victims in Africa. They argued that for decades, thousands of people including government…
By Byron Mutingwende Farmers attending the Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC) workshop in the Hatfield area of Harare have been capacitated on the importance of on-farm feed formulation. In his presentation to the farmers, Emmanuel Nyahangare, the Animal Nutritionist Lecturer at the University of Zimbabwe said it is important for farmers to utilise…
By Joyce Mukucha Despite the fact that Parirenyatwa Hospital has been profoundly refurbished, it has become worrisome that all the machines at the radio therapy centre are defunct thereby affecting service delivery. Speaking during an assessment tour of the maternity wards, radiology, and other sections of the hospital that have been refurbished, Minister of Health…
By Joyce Mukucha It is the responsibility of all health professionals in different hospitals to ensure that customer care is given to patients guaranteeing that they are treated with respect, courtesy and their esteem is preserved, a senior government official has said. In his remarks during the Customer Care Championship Awards in Harare on the…
By Tatenda Mujeyi The City of Harare has launched the urban renewal program which is aimed at fulfilling the vision of becoming a world Class City by 2020. “I am honoured to be addressing you at this important event, an event which will culminate into the transformation of Harare into a smart and beautiful city,”…
By Tatenda Mujeyi Padenga Holdings Limited this week finalised acquiring a 50.1 controlling stake in Dallaglio Investments Private limited a mining firm at an extra ordinary general meeting in Harare. The acquisition is worth US$20 million with transaction structured around capital injection into the expansion of Dallagio’s operations. “The proposed transaction in which Padenga will…
By Abigail Mzimbawakhe (Midlands Correspondent) Thousands of Mkoba residents are set to benefit from income generating projects that are to be funded by a Switzerland based donor, Sound Prosperity. Sound Prosperity is aimed at helping people to earn a living through giving them money to start projects. The organisation began its programmes in Gweru in…
Abigail Mzimbawakhe (Midlands Correspondent) In a bid to fight HIV, the National AIDS Council (NAC) recently joined forces with Gweru artists and DJs to carry out an HIV anti-stigma clean-up campaign at Mkoba 6 Shopping Centre. NAC District AIDS Coordinator, Murari Hwingwiri said the clean-up campaign was mainly aimed at dragging attention of the people…
By Tatenda Mujeyi FBC Bank has reported a ZWL$54.3 Million profit and 2.232 ZWL$ cents dividend per share in its 2019 second quarter results presented in Harare this week amid reflections on the economic challenges. The positive performance as justified by the 54.3 Million profit was attributed to the group’s diversification strategy. “The favourable performance…
MUFG Bank today in Yokohama City, Japan, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to provide a broad framework for collaboration between the two organisations. Signed on Tuesday at the seventh TICAD event in Japan, the MOU will further strengthen the relationship between MUFG and Afreximbank, allowing for…
NetOne introduces Zim411 an advertising platform that connects sellers and buyers through an SMS. Many innovations have been occurring via mobile apps. Zim411 which is SMS based does not exclude anyone, as the service is accessed by both smart phones and feature phones for only 10cents. Entrepreneurs across all age groups, in the urban and…
If you lived in a city like New York where parking is almost impossible, you would appreciate the full service platform that Vaya Mobility calls “Corporate Mobility Solutions”. No one in New York uses their car to get to work or for getting to meetings within the city. They completely rely on companies like Uber…
Zimbabwe Music Festival Bira (Zimfebi) founder Makandire Luckson Chikutu is set to launch his debut book FlashBack Identity on October 6. Chikutu who goes by the moniker Manluckerz said the launch of the book will be a step further in preserving and documenting the Shona culture. “Our culture is very rich and this is my…
Adequate maize supplies for 2018/19 marketing season • Positive for food inflation • Could impact positively on interest rate outcomes By Paul Makube, Senior Agricultural Economist at FNB Agri-Business The latest production estimate showed a further upward adjustment to the crop estimates with maize, South Africa’s major staple food, now just above 11 million tons….
“We must end hunger in Africa. Yes, we must! Hunger diminishes our humanity” – Adesina urges The Sasakawa Association will work with the Japan International Corporation Agency (JICA), to help double rice production to 50 million tonnes by 2030. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe made the announcement at the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) symposium held…
Buenos Aires has become the latest city to join the International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO), a pioneering initiative of the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) aimed at helping destinations manage tourism in a smart and sustainable manner. This latest INSTO member – the first in Argentina – brings the total number of observatories in…
Equatorial Guinea’s Ministry of Mines and Hydrocarbons (MMH) is pleased to announce that U.S. oil and gas company Noble Energy has made a discovery in offshore Block I Noble Energy makes oil discovery in Block I, located in Equatorial Guinea’s offshore sector; The well was drilled to a total depth of 4,417 meters and is…
Zimnat today announced the social media winners of an all-expenses paid trip to Capetown to participate in the Sanlam Marathon on September 15 and briefed the winners, Tariro Makanga and Lilian Choruwa, on what to expect in Capetown. Tariro and Lilian both live in Harare. Tariro, who lives in Highlands, is a broadcast journalist…
Africa needs a digitalisation strategy to compete in the global economy African countries must act quickly and decisively to become leaders on the global economic stage. Digitalization is providing the continent with the opportunity to accelerate growth and rapidly expand struggling economies – but it’s a small window and decision-makers must get a strategy in…
During Mr. Bishow Parajuli, the UN Resident Coordinator’s tour of duty in Zimbabwe for nearly five years, the focus of the UN Development System has been on building and strengthening national and local capacities to deliver quality public and social services, advance right-to-development, climate action and humanitarian response (disaster risk reduction and mitigation), address HIV…
By Joyce Mukucha The Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) in partnership with Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Business Council (CBC) is taking strides in trying to promote intra-trade for Small Market Enterprises (SMEs) within the COMESA region. The two organisations are also supporting and promoting competitive and interconnected industries to actively participate…
Over 150 international buyers and 15 international media houses are expected at this year’s Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo scheduled for Bulawayo. The 12th edition of Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo runs from September 12 to 14 at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair Grounds. In a briefing on the sidelines of Exhibitor Training Program held in Harare…
All winners will receive cash prizes, a winning certificate and have the opportunity to have their work published on the #VisaFreeAfrica (VFA) website With over 185 entries from over 33 countries, Shareefa Youshna Jewan from Mauritius emerged as the winner of the 55 Voices for Africa (55Voices4Africa) writing competition conducted under the #VisaFreeAfrica (VFA) initiative….
By Tatenda Mujeyi The Centre for Conflict Management Transformation (CCMT) is holding a two-day training workshop for young female political party leaders in Harare. The workshop is aimed at empowering young women leaders on the roles they have to play in building peace at intra party as well as inter party levels. “This initiative is…
By Tatenda Mujeyi Splash Paints has donated paint worth RTGS$ 250 000 to the City of Harare in a bid to further beautify the ‘Sunshine City.’ “This is a pride moment for Splash Paints to partner with the country’s biggest city council. Splash Paint has reached in its maturity through achieving our goals through very…
More children can be protected against the number one childhood killer disease if Gavi reserves its special funding to promote a new affordable version of pneumonia vaccine Doctors Wwithout Borders (MSF) urges Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance to reserve its remaining funds for pneumonia vaccine under the Advanced Market Commitment (AMC) for a new manufacturer…
The event aims to celebrate Africa’s next generation of leaders and innovators, whilst providing opportunities to network, connect and create positive dialogue Facebook (www.facebook.com) is bringing together 40 young leaders, developers, entrepreneurs and change makers from across Sub-Saharan Africa, to a two day event in Accra, Ghana, titled “Celebrating Icons of Change”. Taking place on…
Move set to help hard-pressed families and their breadwinners Cassava Fintech, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Econet Group, today announced that with effect from September 1, 2019, Zimbabweans sending money from the Diaspora will pay only 2.5% in remittance fees, a drastic reduction on a cost which usually runs between 8 and 15%,…
Econet Wireless, the leading telecoms and technology company in Zimbabwe, is once again showcasing a wide array of innovative and technology-driven applications at their Zimbabwe Agriculture Show (ZAS) stand this week. The company’s exhibition this year features activations and demonstrations from Econet products which include BidBuddie, BuddieBeatz, Elevate, Connected Lifestyle and many more. The company’s…
By Byron Mutingwende The Zimbabwe Community Health Intervention Research (ZiCHIRe) true to its mandate is exhibiting at the 2019 Harare Agricultural Show where it is providing comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services and knowledge to the public. The ZiCHIRe main thrust is focusing on the Sista2Sista Sexual Reproductive Health Rights in line with…
By Stefanie, Medical Team Leader onboard Ocean Viking “After each of the four rescues, our MSF medical team completes a primary medical assessment, examining the medical needs of the rescued people. As well as assessing the physical scars, wounds and other conditions requiring immediate medical attention, we identify those who require additional psychological support….
EcoCash today launched a digital mobile phone-based Bureau de Change, in a move set to provide much-needed convenience to the 10 million registered EcoCash customers. In a first by a mobile money service provider, the EcoCash currency bureau service will allow EcoCash customers to sell foreign currency in real time and instantly have the local…
In line with the 2019 Zimbabwe Agricultural Society (ZA) theme of “Bringing Innovation, Technology and Modernisation”, Econet continues on the path of innovation by bringing in new technologies and new products. Below are some of the innovations at ZAS 2019: Elevate Youth is running an e-sports tournament for FIFA19. The first tournament is…
Two community football coaches, one male and one female, will attend an exclusive training programme with Arsenal Football Development coaches in London Arsenal and online money transfer service, WorldRemit (https://www.WorldRemit.com), are offering one male and one female football coach from Africa or the Americas the chance to attend an exclusive training programme with Arsenal Football Development coaches…
Access Finance, a specialist Zimbabwean financial services institution that provides client-centric and innovative services, has recently launched two new branches in Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. Following the establishment of the interbank market, Access Finance launched services to enable customers to buy and sell foreign currency, as well as access foreign currency for business and…
By Tatenda Mujeyi Cabinet has considered and approved the National Biofuels policy in an effort to complement efforts to alleviate poverty and foster renewable energy production. “Cabinet considered and approved the National Biofuels Policy which was presented by the Minister of Industry and Commerce, the Chairman of the Cabinet Committee on Industrialisation and Export Development,”…
Distributed Power Africa (DPA) has more than doubled its client base as the demand for solar energy soars amid the local power challenges, becoming the largest installer of commercial and industrial solar energy solutions in Zimbabwe. The current power crisis in the country has led to extensive outages, creating huge pressure on the national…
A leading South Korean tour operator hopes to explore Sanganai/Hlanganani World Travel Expo and sell Zimbabwe’s tourism products in that country and Asia at large. Cheng Shipak who is among the buyers from South Korea confirmed they had booked for a pre-tour ahead of the world expo which would take them to Victoria Falls, Hwange…
By Byron Mutingwende The Enhancing Nutrition, Stepping Up Resilience and Enterprise (ENSURE) programme being implemented in the villages seeks to promote gender equality and women empowerment in maternal health and child nutrition. In her keynote address at the ENSURE Gender and Village Savings and Loans handover ceremony held at the Holiday Inn Hotel…
By Colin Todhunter Many lobbyists talk a lot about critics of genetic engineering technology denying choice to farmers. They say that farmers should have access to a range of tools and technologies to maximise choice and options. At the same time, somewhat ironically, they decry organic agriculture and proven agro-ecological approaches, presumably because these practices…
The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa www.ituc-africa.org) to which the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) is affiliated, has expressed its deep concern about the growing acts of intimidation and the use of death threats against the leadership of the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU). This follows reports that…
The Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) has noted with concern the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Communique on the just ended 39th SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and accused the regional bloc for turning a blind eye to the deteriorating socio-economic situation, ongoing human rights violations, persecution…
