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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56th SADC-PF: Speaker Mudenda receives the Grand Defender of Democracy award

Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe, Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda received the Grand Defender of Democracy award and cites as “For the unflinching dedicated service, unwavering commitment to duty and iconic visionary leadership as an inspiring Member of the Executive Committee of the SADC Parliamentary Forum for the period November 2022 to December 2024” during…

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UN, Parliament and other stakeholders take giant steps to address gender imbalance

Zimbabwe has made commendable progress toward advancing gender equality in alignment with the Beijing +30 commitments, especially through the collaboration of the government, the United Nations, and other stakeholders.   In her keynote address, the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises, Hon. Senator Monica Mutsvangwa at the gender equality and women…

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Parliament Speaker Mudenda in Zambia for the 56th SADC-PF Plenary Assembly

Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe, Advocate J.F.N Mudenda, arrived in Livingstone, Zambia, on 7th December 2024, to participate in the 56th Plenary Assembly Session of the Southern Africa Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC-PF), taking place from 8th to 15th December 2024.   Themed “Leveraging Technology and Innovation for Smart, Inclusive and Responsive Parliaments in the…

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Zimbabweans observe International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

Writes Wallace Mawire   Ordinary Zimbabwean citizens, church organizations, ruling ZANU-PF party officials, poets, writers, and civil society organizations in Zimbabwe on 29 November 2024 joined the international global community to observe the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People recognized on the same day.   The solidarity event was convened by the Palestinian…

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ZNLWVA Leadership Wrangle: High Court issues provisional order in favour of Moffat Marashwa

In the leadership wrangle within the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA), a provisional order was issued by the High Court of Zimbabwe on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in a case involving Elias Moffart Marashwa as the applicant, and Cephas Ncube, Samuel Parirenyatwa, Edward Dube, and two government ministers as respondents. According to the…

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Speaker Mudenda hailed for promoting regional interests

The Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) Executive Committee (EXCO) has hailed the Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe, Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, and the Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, Rt. Hon. Nelly Mutti, for championing the interests of the SADC Region on the global stage and advancing Parliamentary…

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The Bipartisan Appeal of Kamala Harris and the Limits of American Progress in the 2024 Presidential Race

Writes Lukong Stella Shulika (Institute of the Future of Knowledge, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa)   The 2024 presidential election was touted as a landmark moment for American democracy, promising to challenge both political ideologies and societal norms. Kamala Harris, with her clear, inclusive vision and unprecedented candidacy as the first woman of colour…

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Religious Freedom Violation and Intolerance Spark International Controversy

South Korean local government cancels international event with 30,000 participants from 78 countries, causing international damage   On October 29th, an administrative decision by a South Korean government agency sparked international controversy, raising concerns about religious freedom and causing substantial financial loss.   The “Religious Leaders Forum and Graduation Ceremony,” a joint initiative by two…

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Jacob Ngarivhume set free after 82-day detention

Writes Kumbirai Mafunda   The High Court has ended the 82-day detention of Jacob Ngarivhume, the leader of the opposition Transform Zimbabwe political party, by setting him free from prison on bail.   High Court Judge Justice Emilia Muchawa on Wednesday 23 October 2024 ordered that Ngarivhume should be released from prison on bail after he petitioned the…

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UN at 79: Bridging Legacy and Innovation for a Sustainable Future

Writes Sirak Gebrehiwot Seventy-nine years ago, the United Nations was founded in the aftermath of World War II, a bold response to the catastrophic fallout of global conflict. Established with the aspirational goal of promoting international peace, security, and cooperation, the UN has long stood as a cornerstone of multilateral diplomacy, championing human rights, humanitarian…

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MISA calls for solidarity of editors against violations committed against journalists in Mozambique

Writes Charles Mangwiro Maputo (Mozambique) – The National Governing Council of MISA-Mozambique has strongly condemned  the attack against journalists which occurred last Monday, perpetrated by the Mozambican Police Force (PRM), during the strike called by  the opposition party PODEMOS, in protest against the murder of its members Elvino Dias and Paulo Guambe. Riot police in…

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149th IPU Assembly: Maximise benefits, militate against risks of new technologies

The curtain came down on the 149th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and related Meetings held in Geneva, Switzerland, from 12th to 17th October 2024. Running under the overarching theme: ‘HARNESSING SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND INNOVATION (STI) FOR A MORE PEACEFUL AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURE,” the 149th Assembly considered and deliberated on parliamentary action to maximize…

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2023 Elections Gender Observatory Report: Barriers hinder women’s pursuit of political office

The 2023 Elections Gender Observatory Report reinforces the fact that women continue to face significant barriers in their pursuit of political office.   These were part of the remarks by Tafadzwa Muvingi, the Head of Governance and Peace-building on behalf of the UNDP Resident Representative for Zimbabwe, Dr. Ayodele Odusola during the launch of the…

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