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Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The Embassy of the State of Palestine in Zimbabwe has expressed profound gratitude and, at the same time, humbled by the bold move South Africa took on the ongoing onslaught by Israel on the Palestinian people. Palestine Ambassador to Zimbabwe, His Excellency (H.E) Dr Tamer Almassri revealed this in a solicited interview…
Writes Marlvin Ngiza President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday expressed his leadership commitment to ensuring youth inclusion and participation in all socio-economic activities and governance systems of the nation. Addressing multitudes of young people and government officials who gathered at Mushagashe Vocational Training Centre in Masvingo on Wednesday to commemorate National Youth Day, President Mnangagwa expressed…
The African Union’s Executive Council decision on the situation at the PAP effectively poured cold water on Hon. Ashebir W. Gayo’s plan to prolong his hold on power at the Pan African Parliament (PAP). The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) on Wednesday transmitted some aspects of the Executive Council decision on the situation…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Honourable Fredrick Shava, has opened the First Session of the Zimbabwe-Belarus Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation (JPCC). Honourable Sergei Aleinik, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus and Co-Chair of the First (1st) Session of the Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation between the Republic of Zimbabwe and the…
Own Correspondent In a strategic move, the United African National Council (UANC), recently united forces with the National Electoral Reform Agenda (NERA) to champion essential electoral reforms in Zimbabwe. This alliance signifies a pivotal step towards fostering fair and credible elections in the nation. The UANC Secretary General, Mike Nyamande, elucidated the rationale behind their…
On 17th February, the international peace organization, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), hosted an online event with approximately 160 media persons from 49 countries in attendance. This year, the HWPL International Workshop on Peace Journalism marked the publication of its 2nd journal, ‘Peace Journalism Studies’, produced in cooperation with 9 journalists worldwide….
Writes Christopher Mahove Dzivaresekwa Ward 39 councilor, Stephen Dhliwayo, has accused ZANU (PF) activists of stalling a sewer expansion project which he is spearheading in the area to ease sewer challenges faced by residents in the area. Dhliwayo said efforts to install new pipes at Dzivaresekwa 2 Home industries were stopped by ZANU (PF) activists…
The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) has been educated to the effect that the Constitution of Zimbabwe does not limit the President of the National Council of Chiefs to be elected as the deputy president of the institution after serving two terms. Some sections of the local media had reported that the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC)…
Writes Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN) Executive Summary On 14 November 2023, the Speaker of Parliament declared six (6) National Assembly seats vacant with effect from 7 November 2023. This followed a recall of the then-sitting Members by the party’s Interim Secretary General Sengezo Tshabangu who declared the affected Members ceased to belong to the…
Regional Caucuses of the Pan African Parliament (PAP) have written a letter of complaint to His Excellency, Moussa Faki Mahamat, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) Headquarters, and brought to his attention the unabated and flagrant disrespect of the AU Policy Organs as well as the sustained defilement of his directives, the PAP…
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The crumbling image of Amr Al-Daoudi, a now deceased Palestine TV correspondent, giving in to “exhaustion and famine” keeps haunting the mind while draining all the energy from any critically thinking journalist zeroing in on the monster of contemporary threats to their noble profession in the New World (dis)Order. Such a cannibal…
Own Correspondent Responding to a move by Zimbabwe’s cabinet to back the abolition of the death penalty, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Khanyo Farise, said: “Zimbabwe has taken the right step towards ending this abhorrent and inhuman form of punishment that has no place in our world. “Now that the…
By Job Sikhala For nearly two years, from the 14th of June 2022 to January 30, 2024, I was a subject of repression and kept in prison, being denied bail. I took the challenge in the stride, taking it as we go. When you are under attack, I learned not to panic but to repel…
The National Council of Chiefs, mandated by President Emmerson Mnangagwa and working with the Ministries of Justice; Local Government; and the Office of the President and Cabinet is holding a media sensitisation workshop on Gukurahundi with a focus on bringing people and communities together. In his keynote address during the launch of the workshop in…
Linda Masarira, the President of the Labour Economists and African Democrats (LEAD) party has urged authorities to abide by the Constitution following developments in Masvingo Province, particularly in Gutu, where villagers were arraigned before Gutu Magistrates court charged with illegal settlement on State land. According to reports by The Mirror Masvingo, the affected villagers bought land…
ZANU (PF)’s Youth League Deputy National Political Commissar, Taurai Kundishaya, in his personal capacity, has urged the Parliament of Zimbabwe to establish a Social Media Regulation Board and Content Moderation Standards. In a letter addressed to the Clerk of Parliament, Kandishaya submitted a comprehensive proposal for the establishment of a dedicated Social Media Regulatory Board,…
The state of Palestine reiterates that an immediate long-lasting ceasefire and end to Israeli occupation is the only way to end the suffering of Palestinian children
A faction claiming the legitimacy of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) has said the removal of Hon Chris Mutsvangwa as Minister of Veterans of Liberation Struggle Affairs by President Mnangagwa is above board and described the move as a welcome development, “The Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) would like…
Writes Tom Ncube Amidst turmoil in the opposition camp, currently mired in confusion and riddled by multiple splits, the United African National Council – one of the country’s oldest political parties – convened its first executive meeting of the year on 29th January 2024. The UANC president, Rev Dr Gwinyai Muzorewa, addressed his National Executive…
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa As the war in the Gaza Strip continues to take its toll on human life, Palestine TV correspondent, Amr Al-Daoudi collapsed on duty while covering the conflict live at his broadcasting centre, last Monday afternoon. A video clip of Al-Daoudi in press gear succumbing to what was termed “exhaustion and famine” circulated…
Writes Tafadzwa Muranganwa The pact on electoral reforms, the National Electoral Reform Agenda (NERA) says it is not relenting in the fight for Zimbabwe to have a transparent, fair, and credible electoral process. Speaking at a press conference in the capital, NERA convener Manyara Irene Muyenziwa of the FORUS party said the coalition wants to…
As news filtered that Nelson Chamisa, the leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) had abandoned the party he formed due to infiltration by the likes of self-imposed secretary-general, Sengezo Tshabangu, people in Zimbabwe had mixed reactions. Nelson Chamisa announced via social media Thursday that he no longer had anything to do with the…
There was no way NERA could allow Tshabangu to sign the MOU on behalf of the Citizens Coalition for Change
The state of Palestine is demanding the Israeli occupation state to return all the stolen artifacts from Gaza heritage sites.
The enactment of this new law represents a critical tool in the ongoing battle against sexual violations of minors, child marriages, and gender-based violence
The symposium will serve as a platform for sharing experiences, best practices, and innovative approaches to electoral justice among the participating nations.
The staff stated that they resorted to writing an open letter because they were prevented from appearing before the Task Force set up by the AUC Chairperson who visited South Africa in November 2023 by Hon. Dr. Gayo
A group claiming to be the legitimate Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) has refuted the recent statement made by Ambassador Christopher Mutsvangwa where he indicated that there will be a new election for the leadership of the freedom fighters. “We would like to clarify the following points. It is important to note that…
Under the new law in Zimbabwe, anyone having an extra-marital affair with a young person, including physical contact, soliciting or enticing a person below 18 years for extra-marital sexual intercourse would be found guilty
Hon. Dr. Ashebir W. Gayo, the self-imposed Acting President of the Pan African Parliament (PAP)’s futile attempts to cause by-elections at the continental legislative body through a virtual meeting yesterday has been described as a damp squib. According to Dr. Gayo, the meeting was held to discuss the election modalities for filling vacant positions in…
The extremist Israeli government continues to implement extremist policies, ignoring the international consensus to stop the war, protect civilians, and provide for their basic needs.
Leading Zimbabwean-American actress and playwright, Danai Gurira was yesterday featured in New African magazine’s annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2023. 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. The list features a diverse…
In recent times, the call for inclusive leadership within political parties has gained significant traction.
As we commemorate this National Unity Day, it is also critically important that we safeguard and advance our national interests.
South Africa’s Deputy President Mashatile and Mrs. Mashatile arrive at the Main Entrance of the Presidential Palace and are welcomed by Ms. Võ Thị Ánh Xuân, Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The Deputy President is on a working visit to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. South Africa and Vietnam enjoy friendly and…
The 80th Session of the Executive Committee and the 45th Conference of Presidents of National Parliamentary Assemblies of African the Parliamentary Union (APU) take place from the 11th to the 15th of December 2023, in Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) is focusing on combating insecurity and terrorism, factors of political instability and recession, and the development of…
By Staff reporter In a significant development for Zimbabwe’s electoral landscape, the National Electoral Reform Agenda (NERA), a prominent organization advocating for electoral reforms, successfully convened a meeting attended by representatives from various political parties and civil society organizations. The meeting aimed to discuss and strategize ways to bring about essential changes to the country’s…
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa Thousands of protestors and hordes of organizations throughout South Africa continue to voice their concerns over the war in Gaza, demanding the immediate expulsion of Ambassador Eliav Belotserkovsky from their land. In a media statement, MP Nkosi Mandela applauded organizations that supported the vote to expel the apartheid Israeli ambassador, Belotserkovsky. He…
By Lloyd Rabaya Just a young woman from the dust in Chitungwiza but with great willpower pushing her to greater heights that not an ordinary young person can easily reach is Jerita Mutingwende. A second child in a family of six, now second in command at Chitungwiza Municipality, Jerita says it did not come on…
Today, the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) to Zimbabwe published its final report on the 23 August 2023 harmonised elections. This report offers a set of key recommendations to improve future electoral processes. EU EOM Chief Observer, Fabio Massimo Castaldo, underscored in the final report presentation: “While election day was largely calm, it…
By Lloyd Rabaya The Zimbabwean political spectrum has, over the years, been marred by violence by the ruling party, segregation, and intentional obstruction, especially towards women who wish to hold positions of power. Inside the political parties, in councils, senate, and house of assembly representation of women is very insignificant despite them having the 52%…
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The solidarity march held on Saturday for the people of Palestine emboldened the resolve of the diplomatic community for a lasting end to the siege on patent humanitarian grounds. The march which was organized by the Zimbabwe-Palestine Solidarity Movement, took their message to UN WFP offices, and British and EU embassies, to…
The Zimbabwean authorities must immediately address the escalating cases of abductions, arbitrary detention, torture and killing of parliament members, opposition political activists, and human rights defenders, Amnesty International, Southern Defenders and Human Rights Watch said today. The authorities should urgently take effective measures to prevent these grave human rights violations, bring those suspected to be…
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The international media fraternity has once again been plunged into darkness following the murder of at least 20 journalists by Israeli forces in the massacres bombarding the Gaza Strip. Some have described the situation as “a total disregard for the right to profession.” According to Al Jazeera news outlets, the Gaza Government…
Writes Professor Laeed Zaghlami of the University of Algiers (Faculty of Media and Communication) What is currently happening in the occupied Palestinian territories, particularly in the Gaza Strip, is a war of extermination waged by the army of the Zionist entity against a defenceless people who are defending their stolen legitimate rights implicitly with international…
