Mudenda leads Zimbabwean delegation to Botswana for historic SADC Treaty signing ceremony

In a landmark event marking a significant stride towards regional integration, Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe and Chairman of the Strategic Lobbying Team for the Transformation of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) into a Regional Parliament, led a distinguished delegation to witness the signing ceremony of the…

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We are not planning demonstrations: War veterans under ZNLWVA

Legitimate founders of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) have distanced themselves from concerned citizens planning a demonstration, stating that the organization was not consulted and that they can not participate in illegal activities.   The ZNLWVA, led by Comrade Moffat Marashwa is therefore demanding that their name must be removed from the…

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Mashonaland East war veterans honoured through Presidential Empowerment Schemes

President Emmerson Dambudzo (ED) Mnangagwa yesterday in Murehwa, through Dr. Paul Tungwarara, the Presidential Investment Advisor, reaffirmed the sacred debt to freedom fighters in Mashonaland East Province by providing war veterans with the Presidential War Veterans Fund, Borehole Drilling, and Housing Schemes.   The event happened in Murehwa Centre on 22 March 2025 and was…

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CSW69: WCoZ reports progress towards women empowerment in Zimbawe

NEW YORK, USA – The Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe (WCoz) has commended inroads towards women’s empowerment at the sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) taking place from 10 to 21 March 2025 in New York, United States of America (USA).   Speaking during a side event yesterday titled “Beijing+30: Breaking…

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Palestine envoy condemns Israel’s attack on Palestinian women

Writes Lloyd Rabaya   The Palestinian Ambassador to Zimbabwe Dr. Tamer Almassri has condemned the continued offensives on Palestinian women and girls by the Israeli army in the occupied West Bank and Gaza. According to Almassri, Palestinian women are subject to unimaginable suffering, and deprivation of fundamental rights, leading them to abandon their homes as…

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Dr Tungwarara donates towards a ZANU (PF) Masvingo Provincial Conference Centre

Masvingo’s struggle significance, economic importance, and cultural heritage make it a special place in the history of Zimbabwe hence the donation of materials for the construction of a provincial conference centre in the province by President Mnangagwa’s Investment Advisor, Dr. Paul Tungwarara.   Dr. Tungwarara said Masvingo, the home of Great Zimbabwe, deserves special recognition,…

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Mozambican firms move to fight terrorism through youth employment

The end of a post-independence civil war in Mozambique brought a lot of optimism among the citizens but almost three decades later, real progress continues to elude the vast resource-rich southern African country that continues lurching from one crisis to another. Writes Charles Mangwiro Mozambique is in the throes of a fresh insurgency that has…

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Peace and security topical at SADC-EU Ministerial Partnership Dialogue

One of the most topical issues on the agenda of the Southern African Development Community-European Union (SADC-EU) Ministerial Partnership Dialogue in Harare, Zimbabwe today is peace and security.   In his opening remarks, Zimbbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Hon. Prof. Dr. Amon Murwira, and Chairperson of the SADC Council of Ministers said…

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No turning back on development: Dr Paul Tungwarara

The wave of development is not stopping, President Mnangagwa’s Investment Advisor, Dr Paul Tungwarara revealed at a rally at Gwengavi Primary School in Masvingo West Constituency. In appreciation of the ruling ZANU (PF) party’s electoral victory in Masvingo Province and countrywide in 2023, Dr Tungwarara, under the Presidential War Veterans Schemes, handed over 500 bicycles,…

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Hands off Nigeria’s Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan: LEAD

Writes Linda Tsungirirai Masarira  (President of the Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats – (LEAD) We, the LEAD women, stand in unwavering solidarity with Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the blatant misogyny, injustice, and patriarchal dominance displayed in the Nigerian Senate. The suspension of Senator Natasha for six months merely for daring to report a case of…

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Africa’s Democratic Journey: Elections As A Pathway to Progress

By Sibanda Nomagugu and Masukume Nompumelelo  Across Africa, elections serve as a cornerstone of democracy, offering citizens an opportunity to shape the future of their nations. From the vibrant streets of Accra to the avenues of Harare, the electoral process reflects the aspirations of the people and the progress of democratic institutions. While some countries…

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Binga receives Presidential Empowerment Schemes for war veterans

In the spirit of leaving no place and no one behind, Dr Paul Tungwarara and the team spearheading President Mnangagwa’s empowerment schemes were yesterday in Binga District where they launched the Bicycle, Borehole, and Housing Schemes for war veterans. The launch was held at Ndaliyoka Shopping Centre in Ward 18, Tinde, Binga, Matabeleland North Province,…

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PAP re-elects Djidda Mamar Mahamat as fourth Vice President, pledges solidarity with DRC

MIDRAND, SOUTH AFRICA – Hon Djidda Mamar Mahamat of Chad was re-elected as the Pan Africa Parliament (PAP)’s Fourth Vice President today in Midrand South Africa, with the continental body declaring its solidarity for the cessation of the war in the East of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Addressing the media soon after announcing…

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PAP President Chief Charumbira pays tribute to the late Dr. Sam Nujoma

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA – Hon Senator Chief Fortune Charumbira, the President of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) today delivered a touching tribute at the memorial service of the late former President of Namibia, HE Dr. Sam Nujoma held in Pretoria, South Africa.     Below, Spiked Online Media reproduces Chief Charumbira’s tribute to the late President…

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New Weapons Fuelling the Sudan Conflict: Amnesty International

Amnesty International has produced a report dubbed “New Weapons Fuelling the Sudan Conflict” that documents the presence of recently manufactured and recently imported foreign weapons in Sudan in general and in Darfur in particular.   In his briefing to the Pan-African Parliament during the Sitting of the Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution…

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Harare Central Province benefits from Presidential War Veterans Fund

In a demonstration that there is no turning back in empowering veterans of the liberation war that ushered Zimbabwe’s independence, Harare Central Province was a beneficiary of the Presidential War Veterans Fund yesterday.   Dr. Paul Tungwarara who is running the initiative on behalf of President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, said the beneficiaries of the Presidential…

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PAP Bureaus of Permanent Committees and Caucuses spotlight 6th Parliament Committee Sitting

MIDRAND, SOUTH AFRICA – The Pan African Parliament (PAP)’s Bureaus of Permanent Committees and Caucuses held a joint meeting today to share the business that will be transacted during the Sitting of Permanent Committees and related meetings of the 6th Parliament of the Pan-African Parliament under the African Union Theme of the Year for 2025:…

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Pan African Parliament pursuing reparations for Africa

MIDRAND, SOUTH AFRICA – The Pan African Parliament (PAP) will be pursuing the African Union (AU) theme of the Year 2025: “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent through Reparations”, Chief Fortune Zephaniah Charumbira, the President of the continental legislative body has said. Addressing a Meeting of the African Ambassadors with the Bureau of…

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Living heroes pin hope on Presidential War Veterans Housing Scheme

Survivors of the liberation war that ushered independence in Zimbabwe who are living in abject poverty are pinning their hopes on the Presidential War Veterans Scheme being spearheaded by Dr. Paul Tungwarara on behalf of President Emmerson Mnangagwa.   A Spiked Online Media crew was in Masvingo over the weekend and visited Maramba Village in…

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G-40 elements accused of fanning divisions in ZANU (PF)

Members of the deposed Generation 40 (G40), led by exiled former government minister Saviour Kasukuwere, are accused of fanning divisions within the ruling party ZANU (PF). Kasukuwere and former foreign affairs minister, Walter Mzembi are believed to be funding a campaign spearheaded by war veteran Blessed Geza to undermine the authority of President Emmerson Mnangagwa….

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Dr Paul Tungwarara driving Vision 2030 through empowerment schemes for war veterans

Renowned church leader, Reverend Ngoni Motsi, has said the nation must rally behind initiatives being driven by Dr. Paul Tungwarara, the President’s Advisor, who is providing empowerment programmes for the veterans of the liberation struggle in pursuit of attaining Vision 2030.   Speaking to journalists in Harare today, Rev Motsi, reperesenting other church leaders, applauded…

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Pan African Parliament congratulates new AUC Chairperson, Deputy

Chief Fortune Charumbira, the President of the Pan-African Parliament, has on his behalf and that of the Bureau, and the entire membership of the Pan-African Parliament,  conveyed hearty congratulations to His Excellency, Mohamed Ali Youssouf, the Government and people of the Republic of Djibouti, on his election as Chairperson and  Her Excellency, Ambassador Salma Malika…

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Securing Africa’s future: A call for fair finance, debt justice and reparations

As the geopolitics of our world change, bold, visionary African leadership is needed now more than ever. As African leaders convene for the African Union (AU) Summit, the ONE Campaign is calling for bold and decisive action to address Africa’s deepening fiscal crisis. Across the continent, governments are forced to choose between servicing debt and…

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38th AU Summit: Eswatini hails election of Moses Vilakati as Commissioner for Agriculture

The Government of Eswatini has hailed the election of former Cabinet Minister, Mr. Moses Vilakati, as the Commissioner for the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment (DARBE) in the African Union Commission. This achievement follows a highly competitive election held at the 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where…

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Presidential War Veterans Fund taken to Midlands Province

War veterans received US$150,000 on Tuesday during the launch of the Presidential War Veterans Fund in Midlands province. This marks the latest phase of the national rollout, following similar disbursements in Masvingo, Mashonaland Central, Mashonaland East, and Bulawayo. The fund, which totals US$1.5 million nationwide, is part of the government’s efforts to support veterans who…

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Chief Charumbira calls for greater harmonisation of efforts to end conflict in Sudan

The President of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), His Excellency, Chief Fortune Zephania Charumbira, has called for harmonisation of efforts by the African Union and other stakeholders involved in mediating the conflict in Sudan if the conflict is to come to an end.   Speaking at the Political Meeting of the AGA-APSA Platform held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia,…

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Issuance of acquired Land title deeds not in the best national interest

Writes Dr Tapiwa Mashakada   The land reform program which started in 2000, sought to address historical injustices and imbalances in land ownership and distribution patterns.   Before 2000, fertile agricultural land was owned by only 4500 white farmers while the black African majority were confined to tribal trust lands where the land was rocky,…

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Embassy of Pakistan in Zimbabwe observes Kashmir Solidarity Day

Writes Wallace Mawire The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on 5 February 2025 observed the Kashmir Solidarity Day at the Embassy premises in Harare to honour the resilience of the Kashmiri people and their fight for justice and against oppression allegedly perpetrated by India. The ongoing repression in Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir highlights…

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Apartheid Israel escalating aggression on Refugee Camps in the West Bank

Palestine’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, HE Dr. Tamer Almassri has strongly condemned the ongoing Israeli military aggression against Palestinian refugee camps and towns in the West Bank, which has entered its 14th consecutive day killing over 25 Palestinians while dozens are injured and detained. The attacks, concentrated in Jenin camp, Al-Far’a camp, Tulkarm camp, and the…

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A call for the Two-State Solution and Condemning Uprooting the Palestinians Schemes

Statement by FATEH International Relations Commission We vehemently reject and condemn any schemes that aim at uprooting the Palestinian people from their homeland. After 15 months of Israel’s ferocious genocide in Gaza and its colonial hostility in the West Bank against defenseless Palestinian people, the world needs to bring justice that creates sustainable peace and…

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SAf-CNGO concerned by rising tension in Mozambique

The Southern African Council of Non-Governmental Organizations (SAf-CNGO), formerly known as the SADC Council of NGOs (SADC-CNGO), representing civil society organizations from across all SADC member states, has expressed deep concern over the rising tensions and violence in Mozambique following the October 9th, 2024 elections.   In a statement, SAF-CNGO said it has noted with…

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PAP a cornerstone for peace and development: Minister Murwira

The Pran African Parliament is a cornerstone for peace and development since it plays an important role in preventing conflicts by crafting laws that govern international relations, including issues of illegal sanctioning, Professor Amon Murwira, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, has said.   He revealed that during a courtesy visit to the…

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Envoy raps Israel for seizing US$544 million of Palestinian funds

Writes Lloyd Rabaya Palestinian Ambassador to Zimbabwe Dr. Tamer Almassri has condemned Israel’s seizure of over US$544 million in Palestinian tax and customs revenues. Almassri called the seizure illegal and said it constituted a form of financial piracy. “Israel’s systematic theft of Palestinian funds, particularly in the wake of its recent aggression against Gaza, demonstrates…

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PAP’s Chief Charumbira among dignitaries at President John Mahama’s inauguration

Chief Fortune Zephania Charumbira, the President of the Pan African Parliament (PAP), is among the dignitaries who witnessed the grand inauguration of John Dramani Mahama as Ghana’s President-elect.   President Mahama’s inauguration today marked the beginning of a new chapter in the nation’s history. Distinguished leaders, including Zimbabwe’s Defense Minister Hon. O.C.Z. Muchinguri-Kashiri representing His…

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The 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024 announced

The London-based New African magazine (www.NewAfricanMagazine.com) on Friday released its highly anticipated annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world over the past year. One of New African’s readers likened…

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PAP Southern Caucus Calls for Unity and Dialogue in Mozambique

The  Pan African Parliament Southern Caucus has expressed deep concern over the unfolding crisis in Mozambique, urging calm and collective resolve to navigate the trying times. In a statement, the chairperson of the Southern Caucus, Duduzile Zuma Sambudla, condemned the violence and called for inclusive, transparent mediation to guide the nation towards reconciliation, peace, and…

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AU, SADC demand peaceful resolution of post-election violence in Mozambique

The African Union Commission (AUC) and the Southern African Union Commission are calling for a peaceful resolution of the escalating post-election violence in Mozambique. The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, announced yesterday that they are continuing to closely monitor the developments in Mozambique following the General Elections held on 9 October…

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Unity Day 2024: Celebrating National Cohesion and Condemning Secessionist Agendas

Writes Linda Masarira   As we commemorate Unity Day on December 22, we, the Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats (LEAD), take this opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices and commitments made by our forebearers to unify Zimbabwe. Unity Day serves as a poignant reminder of the significance of solidarity, mutual respect, and collaboration in shaping…

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Addressing violence against women in politics creates an inclusive and equitable political landscape

The National Study on Violence Against Women in Politics has shown that addressing the vice is a step forward in stakeholders’ collective efforts to create a more inclusive and equitable political landscape. This emerged today during the launch of the National Study on Violence Against Women in Politics at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in Harare….

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