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Sustainable building practices contribute to the Nationally Determined Contributions: GBCZ

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago05 mins

Promoting sustainable building practices contributes to the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), it has emerged. The UN-Habitat in collaboration with the Green Building Council of Zimbabwe (GBCZ) hosted the awareness and advocacy workshop aimed at promoting sustainable building practices that contribute to the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) of Zimbabwe highlighting success stories from other countries…

Ministry engages the media to enhance skills audit and development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago05 mins

A meeting of the Ministry of Skills Audit and Development and the media has revealed that the development of skills is essential for economic growth and workforce competitiveness. Addressing the engagement workshop in Harare on Wednesday, Ambassador Dr. Rudo Chitiga, the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Skills Audit and Development emphasised the importance…

Embassy of Pakistan in Zimbabwe observes Kashmir Solidarity Day

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago04 mins

Writes Wallace Mawire The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on 5 February 2025 observed the Kashmir Solidarity Day at the Embassy premises in Harare to honour the resilience of the Kashmiri people and their fight for justice and against oppression allegedly perpetrated by India. The ongoing repression in Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir highlights…

Workshop addresses challenges at Kasumbalesa Border Post, spotlights customs and trade promotion

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago2 weeks ago09 mins

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is holding a Stakeholders’ Technical Meeting and a Senior Official Meeting of the Affected Member States on the Resolution of the Challenges at the Kasumbalesa Border Post from 4 to 7 February 2025 in Harare Zimbabwe. The summit in August 2024 directed the SADC secretariat to convene an…

AUC Candidate for Agriculture Commissioner Dr John Basera committed to strengthening agricultural development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago05 mins

Dr. John Basera, a leading candidate for the position of Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment of the African Union Commission (AUC) has highlighted his vision, experience, and plans to strengthen agricultural development and the blue economy across Africa. Speaking to Spiked Online Media, Dr Basera demonstrated that he is a…

Ending Foreign Aid: A Path to True African Independence

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago08 mins

Writes Linda Tsungirirai Masarira When I become President, I will ban foreign aid on my first day in office. For too long, foreign aid has been a tool used by powerful nations to maintain control over weaker states, particularly in Africa. It is not designed to uplift the people but rather to advance the…

Over 67 million people food insecure in Horn of Africa as climate shocks, conflict rise: Report

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago03 mins

About 67.4 million people in the Horn of Africa are food insecure, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), an East African bloc, said in a joint report. This is a rise from 64.8 million at the end of November 2024, the institutions said,…

Young people are active agents of change in Zimbabwe’s national climate action efforts

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago021 mins

Zimbabwe Children and Youth Position Paper on the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) 3.0 (2025 – 2035) Prepared by Cinderella Ndlovu and Eric Morgen Moyo Rapporteurs: Linet Ndou, Natalie Gwatirisa, Shamiso Mucha Introduction The Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are the core of the Paris Agreement and serve a critical role in determining…

AXIAN Telecom Signs the GSMA Humanitarian Connectivity Charter to Strengthen Disaster Preparedness Across Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago07 mins

Leading pan-African telecom group, AXIAN Telecom is proud to announce that it has officially become a signatory of the GSMA Humanitarian Connectivity Charter (HCC). Launched in 2015 by the GSMA, the HCC aims to enhance the preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities of Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) during sudden onset emergencies, such as natural disasters. AXIAN Telecom…

SECZim’s #MySchool Outreach Programme Drives Sustainable Financial Literacy Through Capital Market Toolkit

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 weeks ago05 mins

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SECZim) is deepening capital market awareness through the #MySchool outreach programme, which is empowering students and teachers across Zimbabwe with essential knowledge about the capital market. Leveraging the innovative capital market toolkit, (the toolkit) the programme is designed to foster financial literacy and encourage future participation in the…

Strengthening Zimbabwe’s Climate Commitments: Stakeholders Review and Validate NDCs

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago3 weeks ago08 mins

Stakeholders from diverse backgrounds are holding a critical consultation meeting in Harare on strengthening Zimbabwe’s climate commitments under nationally determined contributions (NDCs). In his opening remarks read on his behalf by Mr. Lovemore Dhoba, Acting Director of the Climate Change Management Department, the Chief Director of Climate Change and Meteorological Services in the Ministry…

Increase efforts towards attaining food security: Commissioner Josefa Sacko

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago04 mins

The African Union Commissioner recognised in Addis Ababa that the efforts that have been made in food security, sustainable environmental practices, rural development, and the blue economy have had a tangible impact on the entire continent. Josefa Sacko, who was speaking at a meeting with members of the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue…

Adam Molai Foundation partners QRent in schools IT initiative

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago04 mins

Adam Molai Foundation has partnered with the QRent Zimbabwe who have donated 30 desktop computers to enhance educational opportunities for students at Dombotombo, Wenimbi, and Chamatendere primary schools in Marondera. This initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and provide disadvantaged students with access to essential technology. Nomagugu Nyaundi, Executive Director at the Adam…

Rtd General Dr E. Rugeje foretold the situation in DRC 10 years ago

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago08 mins

By Dr Masimba Mavaza The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is once again in turmoil as the M23 rebel group launches fresh attacks, taking control of strategic towns and displacing thousands. As social media buzzes with rumors and conflicting narratives, the happenings are strangely a predicted by Rtd General Dr Rugeje in his…

The Sahel Can Revolutionize Renewable Energy Access and Affordability Up to the Last Mile

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago08 mins

By Reshmi Theckethil (Lead Portfolio, Climate Action, Disaster Risk Reduction, Energy, and Resilience | Sahel Resilience Project Manager, UNDP Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa (www.UNDP.org). Imagine a Sahel region where every household, school, and hospital has access to clean, affordable energy—where renewable power not only serves homes but also drives economic transformation….

Declan Stanger honoured as a Young Disability Advocacy Champion

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago04 mins

Declan Stanger (12) on Friday 31 January 2025 won the Zimbabwe Community Trailblazers award for a Young Disability Advocacy Champion of the Year at a colourful ceremony at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC). Declan Stanger, a Grade 6 Scholar at Ruzawi School, heard that his friend Simbarashe Pako would need to be enrolled at…

Destiny of Afrika Network in successful Pastors’ Economic Empowerment Seminar in Mutare

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Destiny of Afrika Network (DANET) yesterday held a successful economic empowerment seminar for pastors in the Manicaland Province in Mutare, with detractors who allegedly sought to block this initiative put to shame. Before yesterday’s successful event, Wilson Masokovere, the DANET Projects Manager; and Temba Sauramba, the Treasurer; had run a smear campaign against Reverend…

Engineer Edzai Kachirekwa romps into the Hall of Fame for Community Development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Engineer Edzai Kachirekwa was formally inducted as one of the Big 15 Hall of Fame inductees by the organisers of the Zimbabwe Community Trailblazers Awards on 15 January 2025 at the majestic Harare International Conference Centre (HICC). The Zim Community Trailblazers Awards Hall of Fame is a prestigious recognition programme that celebrates the…

Patricia Townsend takes home the Community Multi-Sector Impact Award

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago04 mins

Patricia Townsend was one of the headline acts at the Zimbabwe Community Trailblazers Awards on Friday 31 January 2025 at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) that was held under the theme “Leaving a Legacy of Excellence in our Communities” as she took home the Multi-Sector Impact Award. The award recognizes Patricia Townsend’s dedication, passion,…

Gertrude Mandizvidza wins Outstanding Educationist and Community Development Practitioner award

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago05 mins

Gertrude Mandizvidza was yesterday honoured with the Outstanding Educationist and Community Development Practitioner award at the Zimbabwe Community Trailblazers Awards held at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC). Announcing the award, Best Masinire, the Director of Ceremonies, said Gertrude Mandizvidza was being recognised for her exceptional contributions to education, community development, and philanthropy. …

NetOne stamps authority at the Zimbabwe Community Trailblazers Awards

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago04 mins

NetOne’s community engagement through various outreach, educational, and awareness-raising activities, promoting digital communication solutions, and corporate social responsibility initiatives has earned it a huge accolade at the Zimbabwe Community Trailblazers Awards (ZCTA) held at the gigantic Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) yesterday. “NetOne’s commitment to corporate social responsibility is driven by its vision to develop…

IWPG Global 6, Completion Ceremony of Peace Lecturer Training for Women Leaders

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago04 mins

International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) Global 6(Director, So Yoeong Park, hosted the PLTE (Peace Lecturer Training Education) Graduation Ceremony for the overseas branch on the 25th. This graduation ceremony was attended by 70 people and was an opportunity for women leaders from New Zealand, the UK, Malawi, and South Africa to come together and pledge…

Destiny of Afrika Network senior officials under ZACC probe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago06 mins

Two senior officials of the Destiny of Africa Network founded by Reverend Obadiah Musindo are under probe for alleged corruption under the organisation’s housing scheme in Mutare. In an interview with Spiked Online Media in Harare today, Reverend Musindo said the duo of Wilson Masokovere, the Projects Manager; and Temba Sauramba, the Treasurer; is…

UN-Habitat and partners spearheading waste management, clean energy project

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago3 weeks ago07 mins

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) in association with implementing partners, is spearheading waste management and clean energy projects in the Harare Metropolitan Province. Speaking at a steering committee meeting of the project chaired by Engineer Herbert Parichi, the Director of Infrastructure Planning and Environmental Management in the Office of the Minister of State…

Zimbabwe International Youth Trade Fair and Conference 2025: A Game-Changer for Africa’s Young Entrepreneurs

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago05 mins

The Zimbabwe International Youth Trade Fair and Conference (ZIYTFC) 2025 is set to be a transformative event for Africa’s young entrepreneurs. Taking place on Friday, 30th May 2025 at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC), the event is expected to attract over 4,000 participants, including young business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts from across the…

SADC Extraordinary Summit to focus on Eastern DRC problem

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago03 mins

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Extraordinary Summit scheduled for Harare, Zimbabwe on 31 January 2025 will focus on the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) problem, Prof Amon Murwira, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade has said. “As you know, there are negative developments in the east of the DRC, a…

SNV-led project advancing climate resilience for vulnerable groups

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago3 weeks ago08 mins

The Ministry of Environment, Climate, and Wildlife in partnership with SNV and with support from the NDC Partnership through UNOPS implemented a one-year project to enhance the capacities of women, children, and people with disabilities to participate in climate action. It has emerged that the project was successful in amplifying the role of youth,…

Male engagement critical in ending GBV, achieving gender equality

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 weeks ago08 mins

The vital role of male engagement in the collective journey towards achieving gender equality and ending Gender Based Violence (GBV) can not be overemphasized. This was revealed in the Key Note address by the Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Hon. Senator Monica Mutsvangwa at the HeForShe Solidarity March Against…

Global grain markets precarious against Trump tariffs

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago07 mins

On-again, off-again tariff talk kept agricultural markets on edge with the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump. Living up to his name, the president’s whims and proclamations have a tendency of trumping anything else going on, and the early days of the new U.S. administration promised more of the same. While the initial flurry of executive orders on Jan….

Women, youths well-positioned to drive cross-border trade

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago09 mins

Women are “the new emerging market” and are poised to drive the post-recession world economy, as most new income growth in the post-recession world will come from women who represent an estimated $5 trillion in new female earning power in the coming years. Women are now said to control $12 trillion of the overall…

Africa’s Power Revolution: Mission 300 to Light up Continent’s Future

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago08 mins

The initiative, dubbed ‘Mission 300’ (M300), represents an unprecedented collaboration between the African Development Bank and the World Bank Group, alongside other global partners ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, January 24, 2025/ — Exceptional World Bank Group-African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org/en) Collaboration to Connect 300 million People to Electricity by 2030 Dar es Salaam Energy Summit to Chart…

Rwanda Secures US$40M Chinese Loan for Mega-Irrigation Project in Gisagara District

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago03 mins

Rwanda is set to launch a major irrigation development project in Gisagara District following the signing of a concessional financing agreement with China on Wednesday, January 22. The initiative, dubbed the Giseke Dam and Irrigation Project, is expected to benefit over 915 households by providing irrigation infrastructure to support crop cultivation. Gisagara District, known…

African Pastoral Markets Development Platform to foster economic growth

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago4 weeks ago06 mins

A new era in livestock marketing has dawned through the African Pastoral Markets Development Platform (APMD), which represents a groundbreaking initiative hosted by the African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR). Speaking during the APMD launch, Mohamed Omar, a renowned pastoralist leader, said the platform implementation will reflect the shared commitment to the transformations…

NOS and iBASIS Renew and Expand Strategic Partnership

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago03 mins

Renewal of International Voice, IPX, Mobile Data, and Messaging Services Expansion to Include SMS Firewall Deployment for Enhanced Security and Monetization iBASIS, a leading provider of communications solutions for operators and digital players worldwide, and NOS, a leading Portuguese technology and telecommunications company, are proud to announce the renewal of their strategic partnership. The…

Shifting the Narrative: A New Era for Palestine

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago05 mins

Writes Munyaradzi Munaro in Turkey As I stepped into the Tawalso conference in Turkey, I was met with a sense of urgency and determination. The theme, “The Palestinian Narrative: The New Era,” resonated deeply with the over 700 delegates from 53 countries gathered to discuss the pressing issues surrounding the Palestinian narrative in the media….

Period Poverty: A Major Barrier to Education for Girls in Rural Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago08 mins

By Edward Major Kuyipa and Shamiso Mupeto-Yadyo Zimbabwe is a country where the fight for gender equality is at war with systemic and endemic societal barriers, including traditional and faith-based taboos and widespread ignorance about sexual reproductive health and rights, despite concerted efforts by the Government of Zimbabwe and its partners including non-governmental organisations….

U.S. Withdrawal from WHO: A Setback for Health Security and a Safer World

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago02 mins

Writes Dr Githinji Gitahi (Group CEO, Amref Health Africa) President Donald Trump, on his first day in office, signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO)—a move that undermines decades of global health and health security gains and leaves the U.S., Africa, and the world more vulnerable to…

UNESCO dedicates International Education Day 2025 to Artificial Intelligence

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago05 mins

The Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, has decided to dedicate International Education Day 2025 (Friday 24 January) to the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence. She is calling on UNESCO’s Member States to invest in training both teachers and students on the responsible use of this technology within the field of education. “AI offers…

Need to overhaul City of Harare

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 month ago04 mins

Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi Harare City is a mess, the City of Harare, once celebrated as the “Sunshine City,” continues facing a decline in essential services, and there are now calls for the immediate resignation of Mayor Jacob Mafume and his administration. Residents are grappling with a multitude of challenges, including poisonous or unreliable…

Smart Customer Service: Leveraging AI for Seamless Customer Experiences

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 month ago012 mins

Writes Fakunle John Aremu Customer service is a cornerstone of business success, and with the advent of artificial intelligence, companies can now deliver faster, more personalized, and more efficient support. AI tools are transforming customer interactions, streamlining operations, and enhancing customer satisfaction. In this article, we explore how AI tools are making a difference…

Kassirie Community Gains First Time Access to Reliable Electricity

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 month ago04 mins

Freetown, Sierra Leone – On 20 January 2025, the Government of Sierra Leone together with its development partners including Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) commissioned the Kassirie Mini-Grid project to supply reliable electricity to previously underserved communities. This solar-powered mini-grid project in Kassirie is the third such project by the Universal Energy Facility, multi-donor…

Address structural challenges hindering economic transformation: AU Commissioner warns Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 month ago05 mins

Berlin, Germany – The continent needs to address the structural challenges that are impeding economic transformation in Africa, which are deeply intertwined with food systems, African Union Commissioner Josefa Correia Sacko reiterated in Berlin. The Diplomat, who was speaking at the Eleventh German-Africa Conference that takes place from 17-21 of this month, assured that…

Heritage-based curriculum an enhancement of CALA: Ministry of Education

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 month ago1 month ago07 mins

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) has said the heritage-based curriculum enhances the continuous assessment learning activities (CALA) to sharpen the competencies of learners. “The difference between the competence-based curriculum, which included the continuous assessment learning activities, which you call the CALA, and the heritage-based curriculum is that the heritage-based curriculum is an…

Make 2025 Unforgettable with African Sun – Where Special Happens

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 month ago04 mins

African Sun Marketing Team New year, new adventures! Let’s make 2025 the year you treat yourself and your family to experiences that make you feel truly special. Whether you’re chasing the thrill of the wild, the serenity of the mountains, or the perfect mix of relaxation and fun, African Sun has just the destination…

Zvimba East MP Donates Over 400 Eye Spectacles to Elderly Residents

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 month ago03 mins

Writes Anyway Yotamu In a gesture aimed at improving vision and quality of life, Zvimba East legislator, Kudakwashe Mananzva, recently donated over 400 pairs of eye spectacles to elderly residents in his constituency. Each pair, valued at $200, represents a contribution to addressing the often-overlooked vision challenges faced by older citizens in the area….