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Elvis Dumba Karoi – The Hurungwe Central Constituency legislator, Hon Richard Ziki, and a local pharmaceutical player, Peniel Pharmacy, have partnered with Rotary Club members in Karoi to offer a free eye clinic outreach in the town. The outreach done with support from a Denmark-based volunteer optician, saw hundreds of people receiving free eyeglasses and…
As part of its effort to promote transparent and open ocean governance, Accountability.Fish has released the results of the 28th Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission held in Bangkok, Thailand on May 13 -17. The results can be found at: https://accountability.fish/meeting/iotc -2024 “Once again, as the IOTC doesn’t report out the actions taken by…
The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has unveiled its new Ten-Year Strategy 2024–2033 (https://apo-opa.co/4aKxNom), a blueprint to confront Africa’s pressing challenges and to help put the continent firmly back on track towards sustained economic growth and prosperity. Unveiling the strategy during the Bank Group’s Annual Meetings in Nairobi, Kenya, African Development Bank Group President Akinwumi Adesina…
Writes Elvis Dumba Kariba – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has described journalists as an essential ingredient in contributing towards solutions for environmental challenges being encountered in the face of climate change. Assistant Commissioner Nyazema, Police Officer Commanding Mashonaland West Province said this in a speech read on his behalf at the belated World Press…
Writes Lloyd Rabaya In a bid to enhance efficiency in service delivery in the capital, the City of Harare commissioned service delivery vehicles this week. Recently, the city acquired 52 tractors that will improve its efficiency in refuse collection and compaction. On Wednesday, the city commissioned five 20 cubic meter refuse compactors, three 20-ton hook…
The Parliament of Zimbabwe has been challenged to formulate and promote policies that ensure the dignity of the girl child in schools. During a workshop hosted by Action Aid Zimbabwe, Forum for African Women Educationalists Zimbabwe Chapter (FAWEZI), and the Education Coalition of Zimbabwe (ECOZI) on Friday, female students from schools in Makoni District called…
…a lifeline for People, Wildlife, and the Economy The Pungwe River basin, shared by Zimbabwe and Mozambique, is rich in plant and animal diversity. However, the ecosystem is now under threat from human activities. In 2023, Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWPSA) commissioned an Environmental Flow (EFlows) assessment to understand how the Pungwe River Basin…
A grouping of community-based organisations (CBOs) has said there is an urgent need to save Cleveland Dam, one of internationally-recognised wetlands under the Ramsar Convention. Cleveland Action Alliance, Manyame Conservation Trust, Network for Environmental and Climate Justice, and Residents Against Land Degradation have joined hands in condemning environmentally-degrading activities at the dam. The CBOs expressed…
On this World No Tobacco Day, Youth Against Alcohol and Drug Dependency (YADD) in Zimbabwe has said it stands united against the manipulative tactics of the tobacco industry on children. “As YADD, We are committed to protecting our generation and future ones from the harmful effects of tobacco and vaping. We call on governments to…
On the 30th of May 2024, Action 24 the Southern Africa Node Coordinator for ACCESS Coalition launched the report analyzing the funding provided by the African Development Bank (AfDB) for energy projects in Zimbabwe between 2014 and 2021. The report aimed to present relevant findings and recommendations with key stakeholders and explore ways of catalyzing…
Formal businesses have been urged to empower persons with disabilities (PWDs) by supporting their inclusion in formal waged employment as well as promoting self-employment and entrepreneurship (small-scale businesses) in Zimbabwe. This came to the fore yesterday at a workshop in Harare where it emerged that the Federation of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (FODPZ) in…
In a significant move towards sustainable development and effective governance, Councilors from Bulilima District recently participated in a training workshop on natural resource management. Organized by Habakkuk Trust, the workshop aimed to empower Councilors with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage the district’s natural resources effectively. Through interactive sessions and expert presentations, participants gained…
Writes Elvis Dumba Hurungwe – The communities of Maronda/Mangate, Shumba, Village 5, Chakaraya and Dzokamushure Villages in Hurungwe District believe evil spirits are operating in their communities and becoming responsible for their children’s deaths. At Dzokamushure village, a shrine to help these evil spirit-attacked children was set up for religious cleansing and treatment. They also have…
The Women’s Election Mechanism for Peace (WEMP) is an initiative that aims to increase women’s participation in democracy and peace processes. Through this initiative, 300 Peace Monitors have been trained and are actively monitoring incidents of violence and disruption. The WEMP will establish Peace Rooms in five provinces: Gauteng, Limpopo, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, and…
The Climate Change Management Bill is an undertaking by stakeholders aimed at securing a climate-resilient and sustainable future for the nation of Zimbabwe. This came to the fore at the Stakeholder Consultations and Engagement on the Draft Climate Change Management Bill and the Zimbabwe Carbon Trading Framework that took place at the Harare International Conference…
As the people of the Republic of South Africa gear up to cast their votes in the 7th general election held under universal adult suffrage since the end of the Apartheid era, the Pan African Parliament conveys its best wishes for the holding of free, fair, and credible elections on Wednesday 29th May 2024. The…
As conflicts erupt worldwide, threatening global security and coexistence, hope of peace emerges from citizens. In May 2024, citizens across all continents will join hands for HWPL’s 11th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of World Peace and Peace Walk, organized by a UN-affiliated NGO Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL). Themed “Communication for…
Letter by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi Dear President Mnangagwa, I write to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for your decisive action in granting Starlink an operating license in Zimbabwe. I wrote to you requesting your action and you acted. Your swift and proactive approach in recognizing the limitations of your country’s regulatory capacity, and…
Writes Lloyd Rabaya The Parliament of Zimbabwe has been urged to play its oversight role on the national budget to ensure that no one is left behind during the budget implementation process. The deliberations were made during a mid-term budget review dialogue workshop held in Harare last week by the Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and…
In a compelling interview on The Chief Koti Show, Cuthbert Ncube, the Chairman of the African Tourism Board (ATB), passionately articulated the pressing need for unity and self-acknowledgment within the African tourism sector. As a visionary leader, Mr. Ncube emphasized the importance of a collaborative approach involving both the public and private sectors to revitalize…
The Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) underscored the need for investment in human capital in Africa for the continent to realise its developmental aspirations. ZIMCODD made the assertion when it joined the rest of Africa and its diaspora in recognizing Africa Day, a celebration of our diversity, culture, and progress since the formation…
Chief Fortune Zephania Charumbira, the President of the Pan African Parliament is leading a delegation of the continental legislative body at the Euro-Africa International Conference on Migration where he recounted his experience of the harsh reality of the impact of illegal migration and its dire consequences and offered a raft of recommendations to counter the…
Women’s Democracy Network- Africa (WDN- AFRICA), a vibrant network of exceptional women political leaders influencing women’s rights and gender equality in Africa joined the rest of Africa in commemorating Africa Day on 25 May 2024. AWD-Africa said the theme “Educate an African fit for the 21st Century” with a focus on building resilient education systems…
The newly-elected Chairman of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA), Cde Moffat Elias Marashwa yesterday clarified the national significance of the body representing the welfare of liberation war freedom fighters at a meeting of executive members held in Harare. The veterans of the liberation struggle separated their entity from other bodies representing them…
Writes Elvis Dumba Harare – A local digital communications company, IMC Communications (Pvt) Ltd, has been given the green light by the Zimbabwean administration to provide through Starlink, a Low Earth Orbit Satellite international company, high-speed, low-cost internet and digital processing services in the country. The licensing of Starlink to operate in Zimbabwe through IMC…
African leaders have said Africa Day is an opportunity for the continent to leverage opportunities brought about by independence from colonialism to drive prosperity with a focus on education in pursuit of sustainable development. Chief Fortune Zephania Charumbira, the President of the Pan African Parliament (PAP) urged parliamentarians to recommit to building a continent where knowledge…
The Youth Aspire Development Trust (YADT) is working tirelessly to empower young people and promote sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) in Chitungwiza with the support of Gender Links funding. Chitungwiza has a population of over 365,000 people, with a significant portion being young people. However, like many other communities in Zimbabwe, young people in…
In Chitungwiza, a town located about 25 kilometers from the bustling city of Harare in Zimbabwe, a group of young individuals are taking charge in the fight against HIV. The Youth Aspire Development Trust (YADT) has launched a youth-led HIV prevention project, with funding from the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF). Spearheaded by HIV prevention champions…
At Youth Aspire Development Trust (YADT), a non-profit organization based in Zimbabwe, there is a strong focus on empowering young girls through their sewing project at the Youth Hub. This project not only teaches girls valuable skills in sewing but also provides a safe and supportive environment for them to learn and grow. This publication…
African health leaders are concerned about the world’s preparedness and response to pandemics, drawing from the lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, ahead of the Seventy-seventh World Health Assembly (WHA77). The leaders outlined their expectations and desired outcomes for the upcoming meeting in a press briefing organized by Amref Health Africa in partnership with Africa CDC, the WHO Regional Office…
StreetNet International Celebrates a Year of Milestones and Progress in 2023 StreetNet International is proud to announce the release of its 2023 Global Report, highlighting a year of significant achievements and impactful initiatives in support of informal economy workers worldwide. Foreword by International Coordinator Oksana Abboud The 2023 Global Report marks a crucial year in…
The 3rd African Media Convention held in Accra, Ghana May 15-17, 2024 came to a close with a major milestone, the official launch of the African Media Lawyers Network (AMLN), the first continental network with the mandate of protecting freedom of expression and press freedom in Africa, at the closing ceremony attended by hundreds of…
Writes Lloyd Rabaya The Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN) has called on Parliament to come up with gender-neutral macroeconomic policies as challenges faced by women might be different from those of men. Macroeconomic policies focus on the operations of the whole economy and provide a conducive environment to foster sustainable economic growth, employment…
At a global symposium organized in Lusaka today, UNESCO and UNICEF launched four co-published technical briefs as part of Building strong foundations – a new initiative by UNESCO that aims to help children stay in school, keep safe, and grow up healthy to lead thriving lives. The new initiative benefitting learners aged 5-12 in primary…
Writes Lloyd Rabaya Moving in line with the president’s Vision 2030 mantra of leaving no one and no place behind, Prevail Group International (PGI) has to date created 500 jobs nationwide. PGI, the company contracted to drill boreholes under the presidential borehole drilling scheme, is employing skilled and semi-skilled workers in Zimbabwe’s 10 provinces where…
Writes Charles Dhewa In addition to being seedbeds for individual entrepreneurial ambitions among women and youth, African mass/territorial markets have become good at shaping the social fabric and day-to-day life in ways trusted by the majority of citizens. They may not have advertising budgets and other resources that are in the hands of corporations, but…
The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) will highlight the importance of preparation, financing, and coordination for water, sanitation, and hygiene initiatives across Africa at the 10th World Water Forum in Bali, Indonesia. The Bank and the African Water Facility’s delegations to the world’s largest international gathering of water sector partners will share insights, strategies, and…
Following her appointment by His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia and Chairperson of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation on 20th May 2024, the Honourable Ms Justice Florence Mumba, Former Supreme Court Judge and Former Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of the Republic of Zambia arrived in Antananarivo,…
Writes Chimeno Azriel Kadoma Central MP, Gift Mambipiri, has offered his vehicle to Kadoma City Council so that it can operate as an ambulance to help with the transportation of cholera patients to a Cholera Centre which is situated in Ingezi Township. The availability of the 18-seater minibus will help to transport patients who need…
The President of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), Hon. Chief Fortune Charumbira has rallied leaders and stakeholders to entrench democracy to enhance good governance. He made the remarks at a meeting where he was leading a PAP delegation to the African Governance Architecture Support Project (AGA-SP) in Nairobi, Kenya. The event aims to raise awareness among…
The Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) through the Zimbabwe Confederation of Midwives (ZICOM) with support from the Embassy of Sweden and the United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) yesterday commemorated the International Day of the Midwives with recognition of 15 midwives from Zimbabwe’s 10 provinces who have excelled in their work. The International Day…
In seeking to address drug and substance abuse, the Zimbabwe Civil Liberties and Drug Network (ZCLDN) is set to host dialogues across the country, bringing together various stakeholders to discuss the need for a health-focused approach to end the scourge. Speaking ahead of a community dialogue meeting to be held in Dzivarasekwa on May 25,…
The Pan-African Parliament held a three-day media capacity-building workshop for journalists in the Southern African Region from 16 to 18 May 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. The exercise was the second media training by the Pan-African Parliament and was a targeted effort to address the visibility challenges encountered by the PAP in South Africa…
The Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), His Excellency João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola on 20 May 2024 launched the SADC Regional Humanitarian Appeal of at least US$5.5 billion to support over 61 million people affected by the El Niño induced Drought and Floods The Humanitarian Appeal, which was launched during…
Writes Baboloki Semele Afreximbank has unveiled an initiative aimed at fostering literary excellence across the African continent. According to a press release from Afreximbank, the CANEX Prize for Publishing in Africa, a collaboration between the CANEX Book Factory and Narrative Landscape Press Limited, promises to invigorate Africa’s literary scene and bolster the continent’s creative economy….
