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Writes Hopewell Chibvongodze Harare, March 21, 2024 – A local online company has offered scholarships to 50 women and youth entrepreneurs to train in e-commerce. “This program aims to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the digital economy. Additionally, upon completion of the training program, Tofara Online is committed to…
Written by Dr Loreen Katiyo, Transboundary Water Governance & Environmental Specialist- GWPSA and Leticia Ngorima, Regional Communications Specialist-GWPSA Growing populations and climatic impacts are placing unprecedented pressure on water resources. This is true of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region which comprises 16 Member States, whose population in 2018, was estimated to be at…
Writes Hopewell Chibvongodze Harare, March 21, 2024 – Zimbabwe seeks to improve internet connectivity by doubling penetration from the current 70 percent to make e-commerce thrive, Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services Minister, Tatenda Mavetera has said. Mavetera made the remarks on Wednesday in Harare during the Zimbabwe e-trade preparedness assessment national multi-stakeholder consultations…
iBASIS, the leading provider of communications solutions for operators and digital players worldwide, and MEO, the leading Portuguese telecommunications operator through its Altice Wholesale Solutions business, have renewed their outsourcing agreement as preferred partners for international Voice and Mobile services. The strategic partnership has also been expanded to include international outbound SMS and 5G mobile…
Zimbabwe has made commendable progress in upholding the human rights of women and girls as equal citizens, a senior United Nations official has said. These were part of the remarks by UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Zimbabwe, His Excellency Edward Kallon, at the UN Women International Women’s Day Reception in Harare on Wednesday 20…
The world is witnessing increasing polarization, populism, nativism, exclusion, and conflict, according to the 2023-24 Human Development Report (HDR). This was revealed by His Excellency Mr. Edward Kallon, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator at the dialogue session of the 2023-2024 HDR today 20 March 2024 at Cresta Lodge in Harare. Key dignitaries during the…
Plant breeding innovations have significant benefits to offer South Africa. Innovative breeding technologies can help to protect and grow our agriculture and retail sectors, which will also lead to further job creation and economic revenue. These technological advances in plant breeding can also provide enhanced food security at a time when economic and geopolitical realities have…
Writes Charles Dhewa Most African economies are now driven by the trading of external commodities that are not backed by local manufacturing. For example, in addition to imported food, second-hand clothes businesses are draining African resources as traders import used clothes from Asia and the Global North. Such unfortunate practices are creating employment in countries…
In a landmark development, Ministers responsible for Water Affairs from the Republics of Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe gathered in Musina, South Africa on 14 March 2024 to officially launch the “Integrated Transboundary River Basin Management for the Sustainable Development of the Limpopo River Basin (LIMCOM-UNDP/GEF project).” The Ministers pledged to ensure that the…
Zimbabwe today celebrates the 2024 World Social Work Day. In her speech to celebrate the day at an event held in the Harare Gardens, the Deputy Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, Hon. Mercy M. Dinha said this year’s theme ‘Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change’ resonates with the rich and long-cherished…
Cookout Competitions introduced by First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa are in line with the President’s vision of making Zimbabwe an empowered upper-middle-income economy by 2030 so gastronomy heritage is a powerful enabler of a healthy and sustainable society, Hon Barbra Rwodzi, the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry has said. Hon Rwodzi made the remarks during…
Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Zimbabwe (HOSPAZ) and the whole Aflatoun movement are happy to announce the return of Global Money Week and Aflatoun Day celebrations this March. What is Global Money Week (GMW)? GMW is an annual global initiative raising awareness about the importance of financial literacy so that young people, from an…
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe in collaboration with Securities Market Intermediaries (SMIs) (licensed entities), including ZB Transfer Secretaries, Custodial and Trustee services, Alpha Asset Management, Datvest and Kreston Zimbabwe, conducted financial literacy and capital market awareness outreach in Masvingo, Zaka Central, North, and South from 13-14 March 2024. The programme is expected to…
Harare – The government of Zimbabwe has been hailed for mainstreaming disability issues through the gazetting of the Persons with Disabilities Bill which will go a long way in upholding the principle of aiding meaningful participation of persons with disabilities in all facets of life. Ms. Fiona Adolu, a representative from the United Nations (UN)…
Scientists at Lilongwe University of Agriculture (LUANAR) say trials have shown that Genetically Modified (GMO) maize seeds are resistant to insects, particularly fall armyworms which affect maize yields in Malawi. The trials for the GMO maize are being done at LUANAR’S Bunda Campus and according to scientists, leaves for maize plants that have transgenes are…
Writes Elvis Dumba Harare – Mashonaland West Province was among the best-performing provinces after Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Hon Marian Chombo was awarded the second best performing Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution during the 2023 performance evaluation results and signing of performance contracts event held at State House…
In 2023 alone, conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas war, and numerous international disputes tragically claimed the lives of over 33,000 civilians and displaced millions. Recognizing this dire reality, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international peace NGO, held its 8th annual commemoration of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of…
Writes Hopewell Chibvongodze Chitungwiza town council set to establish a drug rehabilitation centre to assist the community and government by treating drug and substance patients. This was said by the Chitungwiza Ward 16 councillor, Michael Mukashi when he spoke at the drug and substance abuse awareness campaign and march hosted by the Roman Catholic Church’s…
The Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ) today (March 15) awards 173 road safety champions with certificates at a ceremony in Mount Darwin, a senior official has said. TSCZ acting media and corporate communications officer, Vimbai Zhiwakinyu said: “On Friday the 15th of March, we have the road safety champion certification ceremony in Mount Darwin…
Writes Marlvin Ngiza The Disability Youth Advocacy Network in Zimbabwe, an organisation that advocates for economic empowerment for young people with disabilities, has challenged young women within the disability constituency to prioritise networking with others for them to grow, be empowered, get knowledge about personal development and explore opportunities that are available to them. The…
Global Renaissance Investments is set to hold its Annual Technology Conference and Exhibition on May 16, 2024, at the prestigious Rainbow Towers Hotel. The event will convene under the theme “Acceleration of Economic Growth via Technology,” showcasing the pivotal role of technology in driving sustainable economic advancement. “We are excited to bring together industry leaders,…
Headline tariffs by the Postal and Telecommunication Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) are competitive in the region. The headline tariffs represent the maximum tariffs permitted by governments or national regulators. In the diagram below, Zimbabwe is shown to be considerably the least expensive after Botswana and on par with Malawi. However one may wonder why…
Staff Writer A new quarry mining project in Murambinda is expected to generate employment opportunities for over 50 local employees during the first phase, gradually increasing to 300 employees in addition to numerous indirect jobs during the next development phase. The new quarry mine less than 2km from Murambinda is being spearheaded by Prevail Group…
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SECZim) is excited to announce the launch of its #MySchool Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project, aimed at raising financial literacy and capital market awareness among primary and secondary school students across Zimbabwe. The initiative, which will run from 1 April 2024 to 31 November 2024, seeks to empower…
The Zimbabwe United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (ZUNSDCF) has been a vital cog in the collective effort to achieve Vision 2030, as enunciated by His Excellency, President Dr. Emmerson D. Mnangagwa of becoming a Prosperous and Empowered Upper-Middle Income Society by 2030 as well as attaining the global aspirations of the transformation and universally…
Rising political polarization and distrust results in gridlock on global challenges
Writes Jacob Ngwenya World Kidney Day is celebrated on the 14th of March every year. This year’s World Kidney Day is all about “Kidney Health for All: Advancing Equitable Access to Care and Optimal Medication Practice”. The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of ensuring equitable access to appropriate treatment and care…
Writes Elvis Dumba Zvimba – The government has acquired 40 state-of-the-art borehole rigs which will be used to ensure clean water provision for schools in the country. Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Hon Torerayi Moyo said the borehole rigs will help in the setting up of nutrition irrigation gardens in schools which will help…
The Voluntary National Review is to take stock of the 2030 Agenda implementation progress by Zimbabwe and come up with means of sustainable development goals (SDGs) acceleration. The Secretary for Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare, Mr. Simon Masanga, speaking at the private sector consultation engagement for the 2024 Voluntary National Review at the Royal…
Vice President Dr. Constantino Chiwenga officially opened the 2024 Tobacco Marketing Season on Wednesday 13 March 2024 where he reiterated that agriculture remains one of the key sectors in Zimbabwe’s accelerated drive to achieve an Empowered and Prosperous Upper Middle-Income Society by 2030. In 2020, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr….
The country’s largest medical aid provider, Cimas Medical Aid, under their wellness brand iGO, has donated US$13,753.00 to the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe in the capital as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility programs. The donation was in the form of proceeds raised from the annual iGo half marathon powered by Cimas, held in November…
AVM Africa has engaged the Public Service Commission for user trials of its prototype demonstration AVM bus for some time. The AVM City Bus is locally manufactured by AVM Africa (Pvt) Ltd. The Public Service Commission, the largest employer in the country, which offers its bus transportation to civil servants in provinces and districts across…
By Lloyd Rabaya Epworth, a dormitory town in south-eastern Harare, is one of the towns with high crime rates, poverty, and squalor. With a population of above 200 000 people according to the 2022 national housing census, the town is also a harbour of child pregnancies, prostitution, drug and substance abuse, unemployment and poor service…
By Tag a Life International Women’s empowerment and gender equality are critical components for achieving sustainable development. Recognizing this, the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), a principal global intergovernmental body, catalyzes promoting women’s rights and gender equality. This is why our organisation, Tag a Life International (TaLI) works to build young women’s Voice,…
The governments of Mozambique and Zimbabwe have recorded remarkable progress in building resilience against climate shocks, including floods and drought in the Buzi, Pungwe, and Save River Basins (BUPUSA), shared exclusively by the two countries. The progress was recorded under the Global Environment Facility (GEF) – funded Management of Competing Water Uses and Associated Ecosystems…
International Institute of Philanthropy (IIP) press statement THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PHILANTHROPY, IIP, IS REGISTERED AND ITS OPERATIONS ARE ABOVE BOARD IN LINE WITH ITS MANDATE. ALL IIP HONORARY AWARD RECIPIENTS REMAIN HONORARY DOCTORATE OF HUMANE LETTERS, DHL HONORARY AWARD RECIPIENTS AND THE ZIMBABWE COUNCIL FOR HIGHER EDUCATION HAS NO JURISDICTION OVER IIP…
Writes Chimeno Azriel One of the fast-growing and well-followed talk shows, Another Chance, is continuing to inspire many through some of its sessions, meetings, and workshops which are mostly held virtually and physically. Recently, Vickie Maponga’s show hosted an all-ladies conference which was held last Saturday in Belgravia, Harare. Running under the theme ” Let’s…
As part of benchmarking visits to Nordic and Baltic countries, Hon Jacob F. N. Mudenda, the Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe’s delegation started its engagement in Latvia on 6th March 2024 with a Meeting with H.E. Ms. Daiga Mierina, Speaker of the Parliament of Latvia. The Hon. Speaker of Latvia warmly welcomed Speaker Mudenda’s delegation. The…
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi The recent scandal involving Summit Africa’s co-founder, Langalezwe Madonko, and President Cyril Ramaphosa’s adviser, Thabi Leoka, in South Africa has brought to light the pervasive issue of fake qualifications. South Africa has taken significant steps to combat this problem through institutions like the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). However, Zimbabwe…
By Lloyd Rabaya Zimbabwe’s health and education service delivery is under scrutiny as the key sectors continue deteriorating, with rural populations suffering the most. Notwithstanding the deficit of the facilities nationwide, other issues were raised at a two-day Zimbabwe Coalition for Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) State of Local Authority Service delivery (Education and Health) workshop…
Writes Elvis Dumba Raffingora, Zvimba – The rural community of Raffingora is set to get a new police station that will aid in combating crimes such as cattle rustling, and farm machinery theft among others. Well-wishers have come together for the construction of a police station in the area as currently the Zimbabwe Republic Police…
TUI Care Foundation and the Dutch National Committee for UNICEF have signed an agreement around the TUI Junior Academy project to support environmental education in schools as part of kick-starting the Clean Green Zimbabwe programme which was recently launched by the Minister of Environment at the COP28 in Dubai. The world today continues to grapple…
The Women Supporting Women Network (WSWN) has underscored the importance of investing in women to accelerate the attainment of sustainable development. This emerged today on International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated annually on March 8, which is a global day acknowledging the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. In celebrating IWD 2024, Women Supporting…
On 17th February, the international peace organization, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), hosted an online event with approximately 160 media persons from 49 countries in attendance. This year, HWPL International Workshop on Peace Journalism marked the publication of its 2nd journal, ‘Peace Journalism Studies’, produced in cooperation with 9 journalists worldwide. With…
The Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, is in Stockholm, Sweden where he is leading a Parliamentary delegation undertaking Benchmarking visits to Sweden, Latvia, and Finland from 4th to 11th March 2024. Speaker Mudenda was received at the airport by the Zimbabwean Ambassador to Sweden, Her Excellency, Ms Priscilla Misihairambwi-Mushonga. The Hon….
