149th IPU Assembly tackles developmental issues

Several developmental issues were under the spotlight at the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Geneva, Switzerland where various dignitaries including Advocate Jacob F.N. Mudenda, the Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe, shared perspectives on driving the global legislative agenda.   On the morning of 12 October 2024, Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Advocate J.F.N. Mudenda, and…

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ZNAN rallies participation in Global Week for Action on Non-communicable Diseases

Jacob Ngwenya, the Director of the Zimbabwe NCDs Action Network (ZNAN) is calling on stakeholders to participate in the Global Week for Action on Non-communicable Diseases.   “The Zimbabwe NCDs Action Network is joining the NCD Alliance and the rest of the NCD movement worldwide in commemorating the Global Week for Action on NCDs scheduled…

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Dates for the Fourth Ordinary Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Pan-African Parliament announced

The Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the legislative arm of the African Union, ha announced that the Fourth Ordinary Session of its Sixth Parliament and related activities will take place from 28 October to 15 November 2024. This final Session of the year will be held under the African Union Theme for 2024: “Educate an African Fit for…

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CAN calls on ministers to ensure COP29 delivers on ambitious Climate Finance Goal

Ahead of a High Level Ministerial Dialogue on the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance and the Pre-COP meeting in Baku this week, Climate Action Network (CAN) is sending a clear and unequivocal message from more than 130 civil society organisations: failure to deliver an ambitious climate finance outcome at COP29 is not acceptable.   The…

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New land policy to curb multiple farm ownership and corrupt allocations: Minister Ziyambi

Writes Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – The newly proclaimed land tenure policy will help to correct anomalies in the farming land distribution, a ZANU (PF) Politburo and Cabinet Minister has said. The government recently announced an indefinite moratorium on the issuance of any new 99-year leases, offer letters, and permits for agricultural land. Under the new…

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ZERA to tighten screws on solar energy products

Writes Elvis Dumba  Chinhoyi – The Zimbabwe Energy Regulating Authority (ZERA) has come up with plans to regulate the green energy sector through proposed Energy (Solar Products and Installation) Regulations that will ensure quality and safe solar energy production in the country in line with its rural electrification drive. The energy regulator is currently conducting…

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149th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly spotlights science and technology for sustainable development

Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe, Hon Advocate Jacob F.N Mudenda, and President of the Senate, Hon. Mabel M. Chinomona, are leading a Zimbabwean Parliamentary delegation to the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland where issues of science and technology are under the spotlight.   The Assembly and Related Meetings are scheduled for 12th to…

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NetOne’s Anesu Masvaure, Chipo Shamuyashe win COMFWB Business Women Excellence Awards

Anesu Masvaure, the Author of the famous book “Hearing the Voice of God” who is leading mobile telephone giant NetOne’s Executive Personal Assistant of the Group Chief Executive Officer, Engineer Raphael Mushanawani was last night at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, honoured with the Comesa Federation of Women in Business (COMFWB) Business Women Excellence Awards, together…

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AU Youth Envoy and Partners Commemorate International Day of the Girl Child

Yesterday, 11 October 2024 was the International Day of the Girl Child, and the African Union Special Envoy on Youth,  Ms. Chido Mpemba, joined forces with organizations across the globe to celebrate this important day. Ms. Mpemba, alongside her partners, honoured the tireless efforts of organizations dedicated to supporting the rights and empowerment of women…

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High Court orders war veterans to engage on contentious issues among ZNLWVA factions

In the latest developments regarding the contentious case among the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) factions on the legitimate leadership of the association currently before the High Court of Zimbabwe, on 7 October 2024, Honourable Mrs Justice Muzofa issued a Court Order directing the three factions, represented by Comrades Elias Marashwa, Christopher Mutsvangwa…

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Muzamhindo takes Growth Transformative Strategy to Tanzania

Writes Alfred Muzungunye   In the vibrant landscape of Zimbabwe’s economic development, one figure stands tall in the pursuit of national progress: Dr Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo, the dynamic CEO of the Zimbabwe Institute of Strategic Thinking (ZIST). His relentless commitment to promoting and advancing Zimbabwe’s interests is not just commendable, it is transformative. Dr Muzamhindo…

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AU Commissioner Josefa Sacko honoured in the Kingdom of Morocco

Fez, Morocco 11/10/24 – African Union Commissioner, Ambassador Josefa Correia Sacko was honoured in Fez, Morocco by the Moroccan Association Baouabate for her exceptional commitment to sustainable development and climate resilience on the continent.   The African diplomat was honoured on the Moroccan National Women’s Day. She stressed that this recognition is an important stage…

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Cimas Health Group CEO urges men to get screened for breast cancer

As October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cimas Health Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Vuli Ndlovu, has called on men to undergo breast cancer screenings, challenging the misconception that breast cancer only affects women.   Mr Ndlovu made the remarks on Friday when Cimas hosted the Cimas Pink-Tober Breast Cancer Breakfast Meeting at their Borrowdale…

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Empowering Zimbabwe’s Girls: Envisioning the Future on International Day of the Girl Child

Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot   As the world celebrates the International Day of the Girl Child, the theme “Girls’ Vision for the Future” aligns closely with the ambitions and hurdles faced by girls in Zimbabwe. This theme underscores the pressing need for joint efforts and exemplifies a steadfast hope energized by the voices and visions of…

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Angeline Murimirwa wins Africa Education Medal 2024

Founded by T4 Education and HP Inc, the Africa Education Medal is Africa’s most prestigious education accolade   Zimbabwe’s Angeline Murimirwa, CEO of CAMFED, has won the Africa Education Medal 2024. Founded by T4 Education and HP Inc, the Africa Education Medal is Africa’s most prestigious education accolade.   The Africa Education Medal recognises the…

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NetOne’s 5G technology a commitment to transforming Zimbabwe into a middle-income economy

In line with the National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1) and the Vision 2030 agenda, NetOne on 9 October 2024 launched the 5G technology, reflecting an unwavering commitment to transforming Zimbabwe into a middle-income economy, through technology, innovation, and sustainable development.   In his keynote address during the launch, Honourable Vice President, Colonel (Retired) Kembo C.D….

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The critical emerging role of food historians in advancing African agro-ecology

Writes Charles Dhewa   As the battle for supremacy between agroecology and industrial agriculture gets more intense, food historians will carry the day for agroecology and indigenous food systems. Every African community has a deep history of its food system including intricate details on what has changed in the local food systems over the years….

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Africa advocates ocean health for global climate stability and the future of humans

African Union Commissioner of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, AmbassadorJosefa Correia Sacko, assured in Tangier (Morocco), that the health of the oceans is fundamental for global climate stability, biodiversity conservation, food security and the future of human beings.   The African diplomat, who was speaking at the African consultation event in preparation…

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Zimbabwean Parliament Hosts JICA Advisor, Looks to Japan’s Development Model for Inspiration

The Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe, Hon. Advocate Jacob F.N. Mudenda, delivered remarks at a lecture on 8 October 2024, welcoming Dr. Shinichi Kitaoka, Special Advisor to the President of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Mudenda’s speech was nothing short of a tribute to JICA’s monumental impact on Zimbabwe’s development. He passionately highlighted…

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Dairibord on a regional expansion drive

Dairibord Holdings Limited is on an expansion drive and refutes various online media reports on the purported closure of its Zimbabwe operations and subsequent relocation to South Africa. In a press statement yesterday, Mercy Ndoro, the Group Chief Executive of Dairibord Holdings Limited said the diversified manufacturer and distributor of dairy products has a longstanding history…

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African Youth Lead Global Discourse on the Future of Multilateralism at the United Nations

In a groundbreaking moment for Africa, the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Ms. Amina Mohammed, and the African Union Chairperson’s Special Envoy on Youth, Ms. Chido Mpemba, alongside UN partners and BBC Africa, convened a pivotal Africa Town Hall meeting, marking the official close of the United Nations High-Level Week. This event, titled “Leading Africa into…

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RBZ Monetary Policy Committee makes resolution on obtaining macroeconomic and financial developments

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe met recently to deliberate on obtaining macroeconomic and financial developments, and economic outlook. Key Highlights Towards ZiG Stability Upward Review of the Bank Policy Rate to 35% The Bank Policy Rate is the benchmark interest rate that the Reserve Bank sets and expects banks…

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Pan-African Youth Organization Marks Two Decades of Empowering Young Africans to Break the Cycle of Poverty and Drive Sustainable Change

From classrooms to communities, gold-youth has been unlocking the potential of Africa’s young leaders for two decades. Now, it is set to expand its impact and reshape the future of an entire continent.   gold-youth is operating at different levels in South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, and DRC. With ambitious plans…

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Early Child Marriages a key driver of GBV: Chiefs tackling the vice in rural areas

Writes Sowell Chikwari The rampant practice of early child marriages in rural and communal areas has been cited as a major driver of Gender-based violence, a vice that has consumed many communities, leaving behind a trail of broken families. Speaking at a recent workshop held in Mvurwi, traditional leaders bemoaned the proliferation of GBV and…

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Zimbabwe charms UK Investors

Writes Elvis Dumba in Birmingham, London The government is continuing to lure international investors into the country, a development leading to economic growth through foreign investment and increased international trade opportunities as witnessed at a recently held Trade Expo in the UK. The commitment towards international trade has been proven after President Mnangagwa’s administration dispatched…

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Valuing teachers’ voices and protecting their rights leads to comprehensive educational outcomes

The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has emphasised the protection of the rights of educators as it joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Teachers Day being commemorated under the theme, “Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education.”   The union posits that a new social contract for…

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President Mnangagwa commissions Varsity Heights students’ accommodation at CUT

President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday presided over the official opening of the Chinhoyi Varsity Heights students’ accommodation and commissioned the new administration building of Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT) where he also officiated at the graduation of over 3 500 students, 25 of whom were PhD candidates.   In his keynote address, he congratulated the Chinhoyi…

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A Milestone Achieved: Muzamhindo launches Vision 2030 Manual

Writes Tawanda Mupfunya In the realm of strategic thinking and visionary leadership, there are rare moments that stand out as transformative milestones, shaping the course of a nation’s destiny. Last night marked one such momentous occasion as Dr. Tinashe Muzamhindo unveiled his magnum opus, the much-anticipated publication titled “Vision 2030 Manual.” This literary marvel promises…

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SRHR key in achieving health equity: Parliament

The launch of the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) initiative by the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) demonstrates a commitment to promoting health equality and equity in pursuit of fostering economic growth and upholding human rights.   In his keynote address, Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, the Speaker of…

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TICON Africa’s awards show that the continent has the skills to develop a sustainable future

A wealth of talent was recently recognised at TICON Africa’s (The Technology Information Confederation Africa) annual Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, with nominations for individuals who demonstrated a wealth of knowledge and practically applied this for the betterment of Africa having been received.   Dr Jannie Zaaiman, Secretary General of TICON Africa, says that the panel had the difficult task of selecting winners due…

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All set for the second NetOne Albun Honde Valley Marathon

Preparations for the second NetOne Albun Honde Valley Marathon – a momentous event aimed at promoting tourism, rural development, and raising awareness on global warming and environmental preservation in the beautiful Honde Valley, are at an advanced stage.   Speaking at a press conference in Harare today, Mr. Learnmore Musunda, the NetOne Chief Commercial officer…

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Conference urges a multi-stakeholder approach in addressing climate change

Zimbabwe’s second Climate Change and Development Conference has urged a multi-stakeholder approach by involving women, children, and youth in addressing the phenomenon that impacts livelihoods.   This emerged on the first day of the two-day conference which kicked off in Harare yesterday and will be running under the theme: “Building Resilience, Securing the Future.” Notable…

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SONA 2024: Zimbabwe makes strides in sustainable development

Zimbabwe has made considerable progress in advancing sustainable development despite several challenges affecting the southern African nation, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said in his 2024 State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the new Parliament Building in Harare today.   “Our commitment to enhance the well-being of the people of our motherland, Zimbabwe by entrenching unity,…

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Catholics raising funds for chef Webster Mahawa’s Heart Surgery

Writes Bothwell Munetsi   The Catholic community is coming together to support one of its own beloved Chef, Webster Mahawa. After years of dedicating his life to nourishing the bodies of thousands of believers, Webster now requires urgent financial assistance to undergo critical heart surgery.   Diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy in July 2021, Webster’s heart…

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Water at the core of community resilience in the face of El-Nino-induced drought

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Zimbabwe has said access to safe water and improved sanitation and hygiene services are key to ensuring children’s rights to health, nutrition, education, and protection. As Zimbabwe faces the El Nino-induced drought, the UN agency is calling on the Government and partners to prioritise investment in water, sanitation, and…

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CoSSE validates interconnectivity hub project specifications for the smart order router

In an ongoing effort to fulfill the objective of developing a harmonized securities market environment within the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the Committee of SADC Stock Exchanges (CoSSE) has taken a significant step by validating the principles and operational model of the Interconnectivity Hub Project at a meeting held by members on 11 September…

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Mitigating drought: Zimbabwe compels farmers to use wheat stover as livestock feed

Dr. Anxious Masuka, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Lands, Agriculture Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, in terms of section 21 of the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, and Remedies Act [Chapter 18:12], has compelled farmers to use wheat stover as feed. In Statutory Instrument (SI) 159 of 2024 cited as the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds and Remedies (Wheat stover as…

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60 Years of Making a Difference: Mozambique Showcases African Development Bank’s Impactful Partnership

The African Development Bank Mozambique Country Office (www.AfDB.org) held a special ceremony on Monday to celebrate the institution’s 60th anniversary in Maputo, showcasing decades of partnership and development impact across Africa. The commemoration, under the theme, “60 Years of Making a Difference” brought together government officials, development partners, and key stakeholders to reflect on the Bank’s…

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Strong Partnerships Drive Impactful Results for Sustainable Development in Zimbabwe

Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot   Mid-Term Review of the Zimbabwe – UN Cooperation Framework Spotlights Robust Partnerships for SDGs 26 September 2024, Harare – A high-level meeting co-convened by the UN Country Team and Office of the President and Cabinet brought together senior government leaders, United Nations representatives, and national and international development partners to conduct…

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AGRA shares perspectives on AU’s 10-Year Fertiliser and Soil Health Action Plan

The Alliance for a Green Revolution Africa (AGRA) applauded and embraced the 10-Year Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan and the Soil Initiative for Africa Framework adopted by African Heads of State at the African Union Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit.   The Soil Initiative for Africa (SIA) is an ambitious long-term effort to systematically…

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Agriculture a pillar of Africa’s economy: Ambassador Josefa Sacko

Agriculture continues to be the mainstay of the African economies, accounting for 17.2 per cent of the continent’s gross domestic product, the Commissioner of the African Union’s Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Josefa Correia Sacko, said in Puglia, Italy.   Ambassador Josefa Sacko, who presented these figures during the G7…

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79th United Nations General Assembly: Palestine commends Zimbabwe solidarity

The Ambassador of the state of Palestine, Dr Tamer Almassri, expresses his heartfelt gratitude on behalf of the people of Palestine for President Cde Emmerson Mnangagwa’s unwavering support during his recent speech at the 79TH United Nations General Assembly delivered on his behalf by Honourable Fredrick Shava. HE Almassri said Zimbabwe’s commitment to standing in…

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