May 11, 2025

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Bulilima District Councillors Take a Step Towards Improved Natural Resources Management

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

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…

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A child’s cry for life as community ignores religious-related deaths

Byron Adonis Mutingwende010 mins

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…

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SA Elections: WEMP driving women’s participation in democracy and peace processes

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

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…

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Climate Change Management Bill: Addressing crisis for a brighter future for all

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

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…

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HWPL holds 11th Annual Peace Walk in 50 countries

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

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…

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Granting Starlink an operating license in Zimbabwe commendable: Engineer Jacob Mutisi

Byron Adonis Mutingwende02 mins

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…

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Dr Tonderai Kapesa urges Parliament to play oversight role on national budget

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

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…

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African Tourism Board’s Cuthbert Ncube Champions Unity in the Tourism Sector

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

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…

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Need for investment in human capital in Africa: ZIMCODD

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

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…

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Euro-Africa International Conference on Migration highlights challenges and proffers solutions

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

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…

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Education and Governance Reforms Promote Women’s Equal Participation in Leadership: WDN-Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende010 mins

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…

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Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) unpacked

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

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…

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Driving digitisation: Starlink gets nod to operate in Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

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…

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Africa Day offers opportunity to leverage unity for prosperity

Byron Adonis Mutingwende08 mins

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…

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Gender Links funds SRHR project in Chitungwiza

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

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…

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YADT Demonstrates Power of Youth-Led HIV Prevention in Chitungwiza

Byron Adonis Mutingwende08 mins

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…

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Youth Aspire Development Trust Empowering Young Girls through Sewing Project

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

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…

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African Leaders Highlight Key Health Priorities for Africa at the Seventy-Seventh World Health Assembly

Byron Adonis Mutingwende010 mins

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…

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StreetNet International Releases 2023 Global Report

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

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…

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African Media Lawyers Network Launched at the 3rd African Media Convention in Ghana

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

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…

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Women call for gender-neutral macroeconomic policies

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

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…

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UNESCO and UNICEF call for building strong foundations for health and well-being in primary school

Byron Adonis Mutingwende010 mins

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…

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Prevail Group International (PGI) creates 500 jobs

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

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…

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How African mass markets shape the social fabric and day-to-day life

Byron Adonis Mutingwende08 mins

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…

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10th World Water Forum: AfDB commits to facilitating access to water and sanitation in Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende06 mins

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…

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Justice Mumba appointed Head of SADC Electoral Observation Mission in Madagascar

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

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,…

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PAP’s Chief Charumbira rallies good governance in Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

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…

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Government of Zimbabwe and partners recognise midwives in Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

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…

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Nationwide dialogues seek humane approach to drugs

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

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,…

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Media workshop to address visibility challenges encountered by the PAP

Byron Adonis Mutingwende07 mins

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…

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SADC launches regional humanitarian appeal in the wake of El-Nino-induced drought and floods

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

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…

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Afreximbank Launches the CANEX Prize for Publishing in Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

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….

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Youth groups to deliberate on youth-related resolutions prior to 44th SADC summit

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

Writes Hopewell Chibvongodze The Southern African Youth Development Council (SAYDC) will meet diverse youth group delegates from the SADC region in Harare to deliberate on innovative projects and resolutions. Intercontinental Youth Connect spokesperson, Tamuka Hove, said this during a media briefing on Tuesday. He said the scheduling of the SAYDC meeting, which will be held…

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COMESA, Zimbabwe collaborate in comprehensive Energy, Water, and Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) Audits Project

Byron Adonis Mutingwende09 mins

The Republic of the Government of Zimbabwe with funding support from COMESA has held a project launch Meeting for the Project: Upscale the Rolling-out of Energy, Water, and HFC Audits in Private Companies & Public Sector Institutions to Facilitate the Adoption of Energy Efficiency Measures & the Use of Renewable Energy Sources with funding from…

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Anxiety surrounding the introduction of Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency

Byron Adonis Mutingwende05 mins

Writes Chakamuka Donar Anxiety is a common emotional response that individuals experience when faced with uncertainty or perceived threats. The introduction of the Zimbabwe Gold Currency has sparked anxiety among the population due to the potential economic implications and uncertainties surrounding the new currency. As anxiety and fear grip the Republic of Zimbabwe, it is…

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Media encouraged to amplify fight against veld fires

Byron Adonis Mutingwende03 mins

Writes Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – The media has been challenged to contribute towards veld fire prevention, a menace that is threatening to derail development in the communities. Briefing journalists on the Provincial Fire Awareness Week organized by Environment Management Agency (EMA), Mashonaland West Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Marian Chombo said…

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Zimbabwe ratifies Disability Rights Treaty

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

Harare – Zimbabwe has ratified the Disability Rights Treaty, a protocol that is the first Pan-African human rights treaty that specifically addresses forms of discrimination affecting people with disabilities in the continent. In a statement, Sightsavers, an international organisation that works in more than 30 countries to prevent avoidable blindness and fight for the rights…

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Dr Torerayi Moyo urges stakeholders’ commitment to delivering on global education goals

Byron Adonis Mutingwende08 mins

In his remarks at the Global Week for Education (GAWE) held at Chedope Primary School, Dr. Torerayi Moyo, the Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, rallied stakeholders’ commitment to delivering on global education goals. “Today, we gather here to mark a significant occasion: the Global Action Week for Education 2024 (GAWE 2024). This annual campaign,…

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UNDP Zimbabwe 2023 Annual Report highlights key achievements and future plans

Byron Adonis Mutingwende04 mins

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Zimbabwe today launched its 2023 Annual Report, celebrating a year of significant achievements and outlining future plans to support Zimbabwe’s sustainable development goals (SDGs). The launch event took place at the Golden Conifer in Harare and brought together key stakeholders, partners, and media representatives. Key Highlights of the Event:…

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Presidential boreholes scheme covers Matabeleland

Byron Adonis Mutingwende02 mins

Staff Writer Prevail Group International (PGI) which has been contracted to drill approximately 10,000 boreholes countrywide has spread to Matabeleland South. The team is currently installing several boreholes in Thabani village, Tsholotsho. Apart from drilling boreholes, it is also installing irrigation facilities under the presidential borehole drilling initiative. Prevail Group International (PGI) has already taken…

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New Agreement Commits Long-Term Annual Funding to Protect Highly Biodiverse Yasuní in Ecuado

Byron Adonis Mutingwende011 mins

The globally renowned Yasuní ecosystem in Ecuador will receive a significant boost in conservation efforts through a new agreement between the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and Legacy Landscapes Fund (LLF), supported by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. Following LLF’s perpetual funding model, this agreement commits to providing an annual grant of $1 million for a…

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PAP engages CSOs on Model Law on Gender Equality

Byron Adonis Mutingwende08 mins

The Pan-African Parliament, the legislative arm of the African Union (AU), engaged in public hearings in Nairobi, Kenya, in collaboration with the AU Economic, Social, and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC), with grassroots organizations from the Northern, Central, Eastern, and Western Regions. The purpose is to finalize the Legal Framework pertaining to the draft Model Law on Gender…

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