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WHO validates Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use and issues interim policy recommendations

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago3 years ago09 mins

World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday 1 June 2021 validated the Sinovac-CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, giving countries, funders, procuring agencies and communities the assurance that it meets international standards for safety, efficacy and manufacturing. The vaccine is produced by the Beijing-based pharmaceutical company Sinovac. “The world desperately needs multiple COVID-19 vaccines to address…

Who Gets What, When and How?: Understanding the Politics of Public Resource Management in Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago06 mins

By Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development In the 1930s, an American political scientist by the name Harold Lasswell defined politics as a competition about who gets what, when, and how. For Lasswell the core of politics in developed democratic nations “rivets around the money – around the rate of taxation and utilization of collected…

ITC launches a new monthly series on the Global State of Trade

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago3 years ago04 mins

The International Trade Centre (ITC) launched a new monthly series on the Global State of Trade, bringing together the most recent ITC data and research to highlight variations in exports and market access conditions across countries, regions, and sectors. Leveraging ITC’s trade and market access databases and in-house analytical capacities, the monthly briefs aim to support…

LEAD pays tribute to Bulawayo City

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago03 mins

By LEAD President Linda Masarira Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats (LEAD) join Zimbabweans to celebrate Bulawayo, one of the oldest cities in Zimbabwe. Today is Bulawayo Day, we celebrate the city being declared a town 127 years ago. Bulawayo Day is a day set aside to celebrate and promote everything about Bulawayo. We celebrate the…

Smartphone shipments to ride 5G wave

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago02 mins

By Kavit Majithia Research company IDC tipped smartphone shipments to hit a six-year high at the end of 2021, amounting to 1.38 billion units, with the segment driven by consumer demand for 5G devices which are gradually reducing in price. In a statement, IDC forecast a 7.7 percent year-on-year shipments rise, the highest level of…

Fostering knowledge retention in African agriculture and rural development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago3 years ago011 mins

By Charles Dhewa Knowledge retention is still to receive the attention it deserves in sustaining African agriculture and rural development. Most efforts focus on knowledge generation and sharing which is mostly a supply-driven approach. As long as communities and farmers do not have mechanisms for retaining knowledge, it remains difficult for them to sustain their…

ZIMCODD welcomes Statutory Instrument 127 of 2021, warns against over-regulation of market forces

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago3 years ago06 mins

The Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) has welcomed Statutory Instrument 127 of 2021, Presidential Powers (Temporary Measures) Financial Laws Amendment Regulation 2021. On the 27th of May 2021, the government of Zimbabwe published Statutory Instrument 127 of 2021 (SI 127 of 2021) which sets out the offences (referred to as civil infringements) and…

Allowing water shortages is ridiculous: CWA

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago3 years ago05 mins

By Clemence Muchedzi Community Water Alliance (CWA) – an organization that advocates water governance issues said allowing rampant water shortages on the part of responsible authorities in the country is ridiculous and should be a thing of the past. The sentiments come following complaints by residents of Mufakose over water shortages in the community….

Climate Change – Why Africa’s Drylands Must Be Restored – Experts

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago07 mins

Environmentalists made this call during the third session of a dryland fellowship thematic training organised by Climate Tracker which was held virtually, Thursday. Amidst a profound surge in the negative impacts of land degradation due to human activities across the continent of Africa, sustainable environmental practices advocates have called for the intensification of proactive and…

12th ‘Powered by Exide’ Winter Promotion roars to life

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

By Tatenda Mujeyi The 12th edition of the Powered by Exide Winter Promotion roars to life from the 1st of June to the 31st of August with the luckiest winner walking away with a Nissan NP200 among other prices. With the luckiest taking home a Nissan NP200 among other prices on offer in this year’s…

Small farms produce a third of the world’s food

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago05 mins

The majority of farms worldwide are small farms. New FAO research sheds a light on these farms and their contribution to the world food supply. The world’s smallholder farmers produce around a third of the world’s food, according to new research published by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in April…

Digital transformation at the core of boosting the economy and improving services in Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago03 mins

The Zimbabwe Digital Economy Diagnostic , a new report developed by the World Bank, finds that its digital financial services are the strongest foundation for the further development of the digital economy in the country. Among Zimbabwe’s key strengths is the widely used digital payment system, through which 96 percent of all transactions in the country…

PPC Cement Supplies Continue to Support Zimbabwe’s Development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago05 mins

PPC, a proud supplier of building materials and solutions, has been instrumental to the growth and development of communities in Zimbabwe and across Africa for over 100 years. Through state-of-the-art operations at PPC Harare Factory, as well as Bulawayo and Colleen Bawn factories, PPC has a milling capacity of over 1.4 million tonnes of cement…

The U.S. and ZNNP+ Announce PEPFAR Heroes Award

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago03 mins

On its 18th anniversary in Zimbabwe, the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has announced the 2021 PEPFAR Heroes Award for outstanding individuals who have made a meaningful contribution to Zimbabwe’s response to HIV and AIDS over the past 18 years. PEPFAR has partnered with the Zimbabwe Network of People Living with HIV…

IOM and USAID in field visit to Chimanimani project sites

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

Officials representing the United States Agency for International Development’s Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Chimanimani district authorities, and representatives of internally displaced persons (IDPs) recently conducted a field visit to Chimanimani to assess project activities under the Enhancing Multi-Sectoral Assistance to Cyclone Idai Affected Populations in Zimbabwe project. …

YETIN dishes out empowerment projects for artists

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

By Chimeno Azriel A newly registered trust, the Youth Empowerment Through Innovation ( YETIN) is set to help and uplift upcoming and seasoned artists through various projects. The Trust under the directorship of Gugulethu Moyo, seeks to inspire and help youthful artists to grow. Speaking during the interview with this publication, Gugulethu spoke of her…

BancABC and Shelter Afrique sign US$11 million deal

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

BancABC Zimbabwe, the local banking subsidiary of Pan African Group Atlas Mara and The Company of Habitat and Housing in Africa, also known as Shelter Afrique have today signed a US$7 million line of credit for the development of housing. The US$7 million deal is in addition to a US$4 million deal the two parties…

US Resumes Virtual Post Reconstruction Trade Mission to Mozambique and Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago05 mins

On Monday, Ambassador Brian A. Nichols officially opened the Virtual Post Reconstruction Trade Mission to Mozambique and Zimbabwe. This was the first official U.S. government trade mission to Zimbabwe. He paid tribute to many talented people and many businesses that can succeed working in Zimbabwe. The Ambassador said Zimbabwe is a country with incredible untapped potential: …

Old Mutual launches online wealth growing series for investors

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

Old Mutual, the nation’s leading financial services provider, has launched a web series to equip Zimbabweans with the basics of managing and growing their wealth. The programme, which will run online once a month, will explore key themes on how to invest your money, how to preserve your income, and how to navigate financial systems…

Children’s Republic Association advances the rights of vulnerable children

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

By Clemence Muchedzi The Children’s Republic Association is advocating the rights of vulnerable children living on the streets has called the societies to stand for the less privileged. The Founder of the organization, Chiedza Nyanyiwa said, “The vision of Children’s Republic Association is a society in which laws and policies are protective of underprivileged children….

Great musicians to grace Econet Africa Day concert

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

A line-up of great musicians including Mbeu and his backing group — Mhodzi Tribe — are set to join Shaback the Band and Fusion 5 Mangwiro this Africa Day at a virtual concert put together by the biggest mobile network Econet. The three young groups have excelled in their careers and are set to delight…

Five Apps you should download to celebrate your African-ness this Africa Day

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago08 mins

“I am an African, not because I was born in Africa, but because Africa is born in me.” This quote by the late Ghanaian politician Kwame Nkrumah highlights the spirit of the continent, as well as the excellence, talent, and global contributions that have sprouted from it over the years. Africans have much to be…

African Publishing Innovation Fund to Improve Access to Education, Books, and Literacy Skills for 11 Million Young Africans

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago013 mins

The African Publishing Innovation Fund (APIF) – a grant program co-led by the UAE-based global philanthropic organization Dubai Cares and implemented by the International Publishers Association (IPA) – has chosen five projects across Africa to receive $170,000 in funding in 2021. The APIF Committee, chaired by IPA President Bodour Al Qasimi selected the winners from…

The Africa we strive for is possible in unity and solidarity: Turkey

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago012 mins

By H.E. Mevlüt Cavusoglu, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey I would like to congratulate all our African friends on May 25th Africa Day wholeheartedly. We remember with appreciation the African countries coming together under the roof of the African Union (AU) on May 25th, 1963, predicating on independence and freedom…

Bridging the digital gap: why we should never give up on universal broadband connectivity

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago08 mins

By Leo Chen, President of Huawei Southern Africa Region Over the past year or so, digital transformation accelerated at an unprecedented rate in societies around the world. Whether we were working, learning, or staying in touch with friends and family, online becoming more critical than ever. Even as vast numbers of people were adapting to…

The Africa Green Waste and Energy Expo and Conference 10th Edition rolls to life

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago06 mins

The Africa Green Waste and Energy Expo and Conference 2021 kicks off in Harare today with this year’s edition described as crucial since it reflects on a milestone development agenda that coincides with the 10th Anniversary. This year’s edition is running under the theme; ‘CIRCULAR ECONOMY: ‘I CREATE!” with the main event being hosted…

Clause 23 of the Constitutional Amendment Act (Number 2) 2021: What the public should know

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago010 mins

By Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) Attention on the Constitutional Amendment Act (Number 2) 2021 has recently been sparked by the historic judgment in which the High Court declared that Chief Justice Malaba ceased to hold office by operation of law notwithstanding attempts to extend his term of office. Although this was an…

Cassava Smartech partners with the Anglican Church

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

Members set to benefit from insurance cover, farming technology & logistics support MUTARE – Cassava Smartech Zimbabwe on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Anglican Diocese of Manicaland aimed at supporting the church with insurance, farming solutions, and logistics services, among other things. The move is expected to see thousands of members…

Chinese Embassy donation to Zimbabwe strengthens two countries’ bilateral relations

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago011 mins

On May 19, the Chinese Embassy and Huawei donated some supplies to the Angel of Hope Foundation on the launch ceremony of the seeds for futures. Amai Auxillia Mnangagwa, the First Lady of Zimbabwe and patron of the Zimbabwe Seeds for the Future, Mrs.Wang, the wife of Chinese ambassador, counsellor for economic and trade cooperation,…

Zimbabwe Government must embrace youthful talent

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

By Nicholas Ncube Zimbabwe is a land of talented and enterprising young people who shine in whatever part of the world or endeavour they find themself in. Zimbabwe has produced talent such as the flying elephant Peter Ndlovu, Adam Ndlovu, Leeroy Gopal, Oliver Mutukudzi, Marvelous Nakamba, Fanyana Dube, Edwin Hama, Danai Gurira, Tongai Chirisa, Busi…

Touching lives: Widow builds home for homeless children in Mufakose

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago04 mins

By Clemence Muchedzi The Founder of Wings of Grace Trust, Winnet Gwanzura is building a home in Mufakose that will cater to the homeless children in the community. The organization looks after the needs of vulnerable children in Mufakose. Gogo Gwanzura said she feels pity for the neglected children and it was her drive to…

Google updates Android, demos new AI

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago03 mins

By Martha DeGrasse At its annual Google I/O event, the company unveiled a new design for its Android operating system, launched remote work collaboration tools, detailed integration with Samsung, and demonstrated an AI engine called LaMDA. Google said the Android redesign makes the OS more expressive, dynamic, and personal. The expressive element is accomplished through…

Advocate Michael Zinyoni calls for copyright protection of artists’ work

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago05 mins

By Chimeno Azriel Artists have been urged to have their work protected if they are to secure their success and future. This was said by copyright expert, Advocate Michael Zinyoni in an interview recently aired with a view of educating artists about having their work secured. Advocate Zinyoni, who holds a degree in Intellectual Property…

Seeds for the Future 2021 programme: Empowering youths for sustainable development

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago011 mins

The Seed for the Future Programme is a platform for training the youth in ICT and human capital development for lasting expansion and progress in Zimbabwe, First Lady, Honourable Mrs. Auxilia Mnangagwa has said. She made the remarks today during the launch ceremony for Seeds for the Future 2021 – an annual programme executed with…

No! to the Proposed Partial Privatisation of the People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB): ZIMCODD

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago05 mins

The Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) is calling upon the Government of Zimbabwe to reverse ongoing measures to partially privatize the People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB). The coalition argues that privatization of the POSB is not in the nation’s best interests. The People’s Own Savings Bank is the only savings bank in…

MSF: UN member states must commit to increasing access to drugs and tests for people with cryptococcal meningitis

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago07 mins

MSF, others launch strategic framework to end deaths from HIV-related cryptococcal meningitis by 2030 In advance of an upcoming United Nations High-Level Meeting on HIV/AIDS, Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and its global partners released a strategic framework outlining the actions countries need to take to end deaths from cryptococcal meningitis (CM) by 2030….

Novartis reaches milestone delivery of 1 billion courses of antimalarial treatment

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago08 mins

Novartis continues to invest in research and development for next-generation antimalarials to combat the threat of artemisinin resistance Novartis (www.Novartis.com) has delivered 1 billion courses of antimalarial treatment, including 430 million pediatric treatments, largely at no profit since 1999; With other innovations, the Novartis artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) contributed to reduce malaria deaths by nearly…

AUDA-NEPAD and Ecobank Group partnership moves to finance phase under the 100,000 MSMEs Initiative

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago05 mins

2.0 million USD to be extended to qualifying MSMEs The African Union Development Agency NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD) (https://bit.ly/3w9P1aI) and the Ecobank Group (www.Ecobank.com) its strategic partner on the development of the 100,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Initiative, are set to launch the financing component as from 27 May 2021. AUDA-NEPAD launched the 100,000 MSMEs Programme…

SARW Opposes Attempts by First Quantum Mining to Silence it through Court Action

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago07 mins

The Southern Africa Resource Watch (SARW) has lodged a notice of intention to defend a strategic lawsuit against public participation (SLAPP) brought against the organisation by a Canadian mining company, First Quantum Minerals (FQM) at the Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg. SARW is an independent, nonprofit organisation that monitors corporate and government conduct in the…

Jabu’s Homecoming: Zimnat reveals importance of a funeral assurance plan

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago07 mins

Through WhatsApp, Zimnat Life Assurance reveals the importance of investing in a funeral assurance plan through an exhilarating drama titled Jabu’s Homecoming. Adonis Ncube, who acts as Jabu in the awe-inspiring drama as a Zimbabwean living and working in South Africa, captures the audience’s attention when he suddenly dies without any funeral assurance plan. His…

Crisis Coalition regrets efforts by the state to derail constitutionalism

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago02 mins

The Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition (CiZC) notes with great concern, the concerted efforts by the state to derail constitutionalism in the country. On May 15, 2021, Justice Minister, Ziyambi Ziyambi issued ‘contemptuous threats’ against judges following a ruling to the effect that former Chief Justice, Luke Malaba could not benefit from a constitutional amendment to…

COVID-19 aftermath: OECD Development Centre encourages improved financing, infrastructure boosting

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

African economies need to expand their efforts for productive transformation in order to generate economic growth and quality jobs in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis, according to a paper released today in the run-up to the Summit on Financing African Economies. The African continent registered the world region’s second-fastest growth over the last decade. However, Africa’s…

Merck Foundation marks “World Hypertension Day 2021”

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

Today, Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks World Hypertension Day 2021 in partnership with African First Ladies, Ministries of Health, Medical Societies and Academia, through their long-term commitment towards building Cardiovascular, Diabetes, and Endocrinology care capacity in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation…

Impressive ICT uptake as Zimbabwe marks 2021 World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago011 mins

Today, Zimbabwe boasts of impressive information communication technology (ICT) uptake as it joins other nations to celebrate the World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), 2021, whose theme is “Accelerating Digital Transformation in challenging times”. In his keynote address to mark this important day, Hon Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier…

VaChirenda Centre of Hope Foundation uplifts women in Seke

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago04 mins

By Desire Tshuma The VaChirenda Centre of Hope Foundation has again done another community responsibility in Seke and Beatrice through training women and girls in various skills to make them economically self-reliant. Recently, the VaChirenda Centre of Hope Foundation has conducted a four-day training workshop in Seke and Beatrice targeting underprivileged women and girls. The…