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Artificial Intelligence is having unprecedented impacts on Press Freedom and the Media as it comes at a time when it is becoming the tool of choice in the media sector and newsrooms. This emerged today 24 May 2025 at the belated commemoration of this year’s World Press Freedom Day by the Media Institute of…
The shared commitment to regional cooperation and integration, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development as espoused under the SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) should put communities at the forefront, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said. President Mnangagwa made the remarks at the close of the historic inaugural SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA) Conference and Summit which…
on 23 May 2025 in Cambridge, the Unites States, at the end of the 2025 International Summit on Genome Editing, the Global Observatory for Genome Editing issued a Statement calling for a Charter on Emerging Technologies and Human Dignity. A global process of developing such a Charter will facilitate deeper reflection, responsibility, and moral purpose and protect…
During the SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas International Conference held in Harare, Zimbabwe over the period 19 – 21 May 2025, the International Coordinator for the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area, Mr. Gwinyai Muti mentioned that the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Limpopo Watercourse Commission (LIMCOM) and the Great Limpopo Transfrontier…
On May 22, 2025, Dr. Shakemore Chinofunga, Executive Director of ICT at Chinhoyi University of Technology, stood before Parliament with a powerful message: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not a distant innovation—it is the present force that must drive Zimbabwe’s national development strategy. Speaking with urgency and clarity, he presented a compelling blueprint for embedding…
The Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) Framework under the Southern African Development Community (SADC) complements regional strategies in eco-tourism, climate resilience, and rural development, and contributes meaningfully to national goals of equity and shared prosperity. This came to the fore in opening remarks by Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade and Chairperson of…
Story by Violet Mashonga Chinhoyi, nestled in Zimbabwe’s Mashonaland West Province, is grappling with a severe refuse collection crisis that has left its residents in a precarious situation. The local authority’s failure to collect refuse has resulted in streets being littered with garbage, creating an eyesore and a serious health hazard. The crisis, which…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is not just a technological tool but a transformative force that can redefine parliaments, and influence the legislative process and way of engagement with citizens, Hon Tatenda Mavetera, the Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services has said. She made the remarks during the Mini-Symposium on Artificial Intelligence at the New Parliament…
A new World Bank report reveals that transportation inefficiencies are causing significant food losses in Africa. Thirty-seven percent of locally produced food is lost in transit due to slow processing times, poor infrastructure, and non-tariff barriers. According to the report, Transport for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa: Strengthening Supply Chains, prioritizing investments in 50 transportation…
Zimbabwe convened a meeting of the Ministers responsible for Environment, Natural Resources, and Tourism on the sidelines of the historic inaugural SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA) Conference and Summit as a testament to the southern region’s commitment to conservation, sustainable development, and regional integration. These sentiments were captured in the remarks by the Minister…
As Zimbabwe is hosting the SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) Summit from 19–23 May 2025 at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) Zimbabwe, non-state actors have outlined their expectations under the initiative. The summit is under the theme “25 Years of Cooperation for Regional Integration and Sustainable Development.” Leaders and experts will come…
Agroecology has been identified as one of the most important pathways to climate resilience and sustainable food systems transformation in Africa. The approach integrates ecological and social principles into farming practices to address food insecurity, environmental degradation, and poverty, leading to food security, environmental sustainability, and economic development. The second Conference on Agroecology…
Member states of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have been urged to uphold collective commitment to transboundary cooperation under the regional bloc’s Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs). Addressing the SADC TFCAs International Conference at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in his welcome remarks in Harare today, Ambassador Tadeous Tafirenyika Chifamba, the Permanent Secretary for Environment,…
Advocate Jacob F. N. Mudenda, the Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe, has urged the need to address the debt constraint on the country’s fiscal flexibility and investment capability to spur economic development. This came to the fore in a keynote address delivered on his behalf by Hon C. Chiduwa, the Chairperson of the Parliamentary…
Between 20 and 22 August 2025, the African Marketing Confederation (AMC) and Technology Information Confederation Africa (TICON Africa) will be hosting their annual conferences in the tranquil setting of Ghana’s Labadi Beach Hotel. The events were officially launched today, 15 May through a live link to Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra, in Ghana. The launch…
Writes Valentine Maponga Harare – Authorities in Zimbabwe’s capital have launched an extensive campaign to demolish illegal structures as part of efforts to combat land invasion and uphold urban planning regulations, city officials said. The Harare City Council said the demolitions are being carried out under the Regional, Town, and Country Planning Act, targeting…
Writes Daniel Njiwa A series of events unfolded over the last few weeks culminating in a landmark agreement to resume trade between Malawi and Tanzania, a commendable gesture and a strong demonstration that Africa is on the right track and committed to charting a homegrown path to economic and #foodsystems transformation. While some of…
The National AIDS Council (NAC) continued with its practice of honouring excellence in media coverage of the HIV national response by awarding outstanding journalists at a colourful ceremony held at the Cresta Lodge in Harare yesterday. In her address on behalf of Hon Douglas Mombeshora, the Minister of Health and Child Care, Nester Mukwehwa,…
In the heart of Zimbabwe’s tobacco belt, a quiet transformation is taking root. In small rural communities in Hurungwe District, women are harnessing the power of mushrooms to grow not just food—but dignity, income, and resilience. Supported by the Zimbabwe Resilience Building Fund (ZRBF) with financial assistance from the European Union and the Embassy of…
To kickstart a fully packed programme, Speaker of Parliament, Honourable Advocate J.F.N Mudenda, who is leading a parliamentary delegation on a bilateral visit to China, embarked on an enriching itinerary, visiting iconic institutions that showcase China’s rich history, innovative prowess, and political landscape. Speaker Mudenda visited the Palace Museum (Forbidden City), the Ant Group…
Board chairman of AGRA and former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Dessalegn says the future of Africa’s food systems depends on the youth of the continent. Speaking at the launch of the Africa Food Systems Forum in Dakar, Senegal, he said the youth are already doing great things in Africa’s agriculture, and efforts to make…
Dr. Deckster Savadye, the Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of the National Biotechnology Authority of Zimbabwe (NBA), who is currently in India, New Dehli, attending the 31st Board Meeting of the ICGEB said the country is set to benefit immensely from its participation in this forum. Speaking to Spiked Online Media from India, Dr….
Zimbabwe Civil Society Organizations Scaling Up Nutrition Alliance (ZCSOSUNA), with financial and technical support from UNICEF, in collaboration with key government ministries and departments, held a training workshop to empower journalists to go beyond numbers to using data-driven storytelling to uncover meaningful insights, raising public awareness, influencing policy and shifting consumption behaviors when reporting on…
By FANRPAN Convening multi-stakeholder policy dialogues is one of the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN). Convening policy dialogues is crucial for promoting evidence-informed policymaking, fostering mutual understanding, and achieving better policy outcomes. It allows stakeholders to engage in a structured process of discussing issues, identifying priorities, and finding common ground….
Across the African continent, there is an increased recognition of the role youth and young people must play in shaping the future of agriculture and food systems. That was captured in the remarks by Dr. Tshilidzi Madzivhandila, the Chief Executive Officer of the Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) today during…
NetOne continues to break new ground in Zimbabwe’s telecommunications industry, recently earning the distinguished Innovation Award 2025 at the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) Mashonaland Region Awards. This accolade underscores the company’s resolute commitment to transformative innovation and delivering meaningful impact to communities across the nation. The award was received by the Group’s Chief…
When 14-year-old Aba returned to school after nearly dropping out due to financial hardship and domestic pressure, she was not sure she belonged. But that changed when Fati – a soft-spoken young woman in a CAMFED T-shirt – entered her classroom. Fati, a former student from the same community, was now a Learner Guide, and…
Writes Ronnie Chisamba Senior Archbishop Prof Eunor Guti of ZAOGA Forward in Faith Ministries International (FIF) said the church promotes peace and love and fundamentally believes in nation-building. She revealed this during a press briefing on the sidelines of the church’s 65th-anniversary celebrations at the City Sports Center Harare yesterday afternoon. The…
The Southern African Development Community (SADC)’s revised regional agricultural investment plans (RAIPs) position the regional bloc as a continental leader in working towards an agri-food transition that responds to the multi-faceted impacts of climate change by adopting sustainable approaches (agroecology); empowering smallholder farmers (particularly women, youth, and vulnerable people); supporting the use of indigenous knowledge;…
The Harare Residents Trust (HRT) has welcomed plans to facilitate an agreement between the City of Harare and Mineral Wave, a private company in a public-private partnership for the construction of a secondary school in Budiriro 5. Responding to the development, Precious Shumba, the HRT Executive Director said that would be the greatest news…
Dr. Perkins Muredzi, the inaugural President of the Association of Russian Trained Professionals (ARTPRO), has urged peace ahead of Russia’s Victory Day on the 9th of May 2025. The 9th of May 2025 marks Victory Day — a solemn and deeply significant date in the history of Russia and the wider world. It is…
President Ruto calls for a reimagined Sino-African partnership focused on infrastructure, industrial value chains, and minerals beneficiation. His vision aligns with SADC’s priorities for trade-based development and inclusive growth through value addition in mineral-rich economies. China is now Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest trading partner. Over 3,000 Chinese companies operate in Africa, most from the private sector….
The Official Launch of the Schools’ SDGs Competitions by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education aligns educational reforms with the Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2063 by equipping learners to address global challenges through local action. “It is my privilege to deliver the keynote address at the Official Launch of the Schools SDGs Competitions….
HARARE, ZIMBABWE | Fastjet Zimbabwe is pleased to announce the appointment of Air Promotion Group (Zambia) as its official General Sales Agent (GSA) in Zambia, effective immediately. This strategic partnership marks a significant step forward in Fastjet Zimbabwe’s efforts to expand its footprint following the recent launch of flights between Harare, Zimbabwe, and Lusaka, Zambia. With their strong…
The launch of the third ten-year Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) embodies stakeholders’ collective commitment to reshaping Africa’s agri-food systems and securing a prosperous future for all. “We all know the journey from Maputo to where we are, and we have made significant strides in driving sustainable agricultural growth, enhancing food security, and strengthening…
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Regional economic communities (RECs) and farmer organisations have welcomed the official launch of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action Plan and Kampala Declaration following its approval by the African Union Head of State and Government in January 2025 wherein they pledged to contribute their expertise to the…
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – The Africa Food Systems Parliamentarian Network (AFSPAN) together with the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Non-State Actors (NSAs) have pledged to support the African Union Commission (AUC) to drive agriculture on the continent. In their meeting with Mr. Moses Vilakati, the Commissioner for the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development,…
Parliamentary institutions play a key role in strengthening the legislative frameworks of Member States in the fight against illicit and tax avoidance-related financial flows (ITAFF) and in overseeing good governance, Chief Charumbira, the President of the Pan African Parliament has said. He made the remarks today in Lusaka, Zambia at the 4th Sub Committee…
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Mr. Moses Vilakati, the Commissioner for the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment (DARBE) in the African Union Commission (AUC) has set a 100-day plan to measure performance of the department in improving African Agriculture under the Africa Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action…
The 7th Africa-wide Agricultural Extension Week slated for the 12th to the 16th of May 2025 is an opportunity for the exchange of information and knowledge among countries and other stakeholders in farming. This was revealed by Dr. Silim M. Nahdy, the Executive Director of the African Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (AFAAS) who…
Writes Violet Mashonga The sun rises over the fields of Makonde District in Mashonaland West Province, casting a warm glow over the lush green wheat crops. Recently, Provincial Agronomist S. Makaza and District Agronomist T. Marovora embarked on a mission to assess the progress of winter wheat preparations and planting in the district. Their…
Writes Ronnie Chisamba Harare –Zimbabwe Assemblies of God Africa (ZAOGA) Forward in Faith International’s Deputy Secretary-General, Dr. Steve Simukai, has expressed gratitude for the government partnership that was brought through the Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services where students from the church’s learning institutions will get training in ICT. Speaking…
The streets of Harare were alive with action early Friday morning as hundreds of NetOne and Harare City workers came together, brooms in hand, to answer President Mnangagwa’s call for a cleaner nation. Under the National Cleanup Day initiative—observed every first Friday of the month—the teams set out to transform the city, one street at…
Harare, Zimbabwe — 2 May, 2025 The UN-Women Executive Board will undertake a field visit to Zimbabwe from 4-10 May 2025, as part of its oversight and engagement efforts to assess and understand the impact of UN-Women’s operations in advancing national development priorities and addressing women’s challenges in the region. This visit offers…
The Executive Committee (EXCO) of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) which continued with the orientation programme yesterday in Windhoek, Namibia, asserted its relevance in a rapidly evolving geopolitical and economic landscape regionally and globally. Yesterday’s deliberations, held under the compelling theme “Evolving Ecosystem for Parliamentarism,” were marked by intense reflection, intellectual rigour, and…
