How leveraging technology can help African farmers weather climate change

Case studies across Africa demonstrate the positive impact that access to even the most basic mobile technology can offer smallholder farmers. This underscores the importance of driving inclusive access to digital technology, especially mobile-based, to help the continent’s farmers mitigate the impact of climate change.  This assertion is championed by Vodacom, Vodafone, Safaricom, and the…

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Dr Cosmas Zavazava guns for ITU top post

Zimbabwean information communication technology (ICT) guru, Dr. Cosmas Zavazava is gunning for the post of Director of the Telecommunication Development Bureau of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). This was revealed by Dr. Dingumuzi Phuti, the Deputy Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services during the 2022 Session of the ITU Council. The session was meant…

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Mazowe Data Centre to enhance sovereignty on information storage, access

The Mazowe Data centre expansion project is meant to enhance Zimbabwe’s data sovereignty by ensuring that the personal information of citizens, which is a valuable commodity in the global market, is kept within the country’s borders for use by our people to bring value to the nation at large, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of…

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Women power: Lighting designer Mildred Moyo positively impacting entertainment industry

Technically-talented professionals in the film and theatre world are vital participants in the industry, with their skills and creativity an essential ingredient in the mix that results in productions that entertain and motivate audiences. One such professional is DStv Shark,  Mildred Moyo, a Bulawayo-born lighting designer whose input has transformed many theatrical shows into meaningful…

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Increased access to the digital economy promotes consumer rights

Increased access to the digital economy strengthens digital protection, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, in a speech read on his behalf on the commemoration of World Consumer Rights Day today by his deputy in the same ministry, Dr. Dingumuzi Phuti has said. He said digital technology has created unprecedented new opportunities for consumers as it facilitates communication;…

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LAPSSET Corridor showcased on 7th PIDA week sidelines

By Baboloki Semele The Chief Executive Officer of Centre for Transport, Infrastructure, and Regional Integration, and former CEO of LAPSSET Authority, Sylvester Kasuku says the Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia transport corridor program and free trade agreements have contributed meaningfully to the African integration agenda by bringing opportunities closer and reducing regional tensions. He says the project…

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Econet and Ericsson launch 5G in Zimbabwe for improved customer experience

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe (ZSE:ECO.ZW), has partnered with Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) to launch 5G services in Harare, Zimbabwe, in a significant milestone for the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange-listed mobile network operator and in light of Econet’s digital transformation journey with the aim of improving customer experience. Ericsson will support Econet with its latest energy-efficient and high-performing Radio Access…

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Working toward advances in carbon capture to turn the tide on climate change

As global challenges go, significantly reducing the amount of harmful greenhouse gases that have accumulated in the Earth’s atmosphere and oceans is most certainly among the most daunting. Those gases, especially carbon dioxide, to a large degree are leading to increasingly threatening climate changes, including global warming. Experts warn the combined effects of these changes…

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Paix Data Centres announces completion of Series B investment by Africa50

PAIX Data Centres yesterday announced the completion of Africa50’s equity investment of USD 20 million into PAIX Data Centres (PAIX). This funding forms the first tranche of PAIX’s Series B financing by Africa50, which will be used to fund the company’s data centre capacity expansion and growth plans into new African data centre markets.  …

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ICT uptake reduces time, cost of litigation

Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and courier services has said that embracing e-skills has the potential to modernise the justice delivery system and reduce the duration of litigation and attendant costs. He made the remarks yesterday in Harare during the e-skills training certification for Honourable Judges from the superior…

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Don’t miss MultiChoice Africa CEO, Fhulufhelo Badugela, live on LinkedIn

Audiences across Africa will have the opportunity to join in on a LinkedIn Live session with the CEO of MultiChoice Africa, Fhulufhelo Badugela, on 16 February at 13:30 pm (CAT).   The aim of the 60-minute session is to showcase opportunities for women in the media and technology industries and gain insight from Badugela on…

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Cryptocurrency is the new gold: Nzvedaz Bitcoin Academy

Vengai Dzvedere, the Director of Nzedaz Bitcoin Academy and Corporate Director of United States-based Nui International has said that cryptocurrency is the new gold as far as investment is concerned. He was speaking during his company’s business presentation seminar held at the Batanai Mall in Harare that focused on the introduction to cryptocurrency and live…

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No going back on bridging the digital divide: ICT Minister

Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and Courier Services is leaving no stone unturned in his quest to bridge the digital divide countrywide.   Yesterday, the minister commissioned and launched three Public Finance Management Kiosks and six school Information Communication Technology Laboratories in the Midlands Province.   That augurs well…

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NetOne showcases technological advancement with virtual launch of Makhanani base station

In a first that demonstrated that it is indeed a technological giant, NetOne virtually connected subscribers based in Chiredzi online to the Makhanani Base Station that was launched and commissioned yesterday. The commissioning of the Makhanani Base Station coincided with that of the Chiredzi Community Information Centre and the four schools’ ICT laboratories for Chiredzi…

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ICT Labs to improve schools’ digital knowledge, accessibility

The Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier services, Dr. Jenfan Muswere on Tuesday commissioned two information communication technology (ICT) labs for Domboramwari High School and Epworth Primary School, a development aimed at assisting all learners to have easy access to and knowledge of ICTs not only in the classroom but virtually from any…

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ICT Ministry elevates Bulawayo to a digital giant

Motivated by a special obligation to make sure that all Zimbabweans, regardless of geographical location should have digital access, the Ministry of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and Courier Services in Bulawayo yesterday launched and commissioned critical infrastructure in the city towards that goal. Bulawayo was fortunate to see the launch and commissioning of an…

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Industry 4.0: The 4 Emerging Technologies Transforming Manufacturing

By Bernard Marr Manufacturing has always been a technology-driven industry. But now more than ever, the forces of digital transformation are impacting every business, bringing new and exciting possibilities but also a great number of challenges. Four technologies, in particular, have the potential to be particularly revolutionary. Learning to effectively leverage them without falling foul…

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NetOne's OneMoney Records 33pc Growth

NetOne records growth in mobile subscriptions

State-owned mobile communications giant NetOne continues to sail above the rest in the mobile network operation industry after recording again a growth in mobile subscription. This follows the statistics from the just-released POTRAZ (Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe) Sector Performance Report for the 3rd quarter in 2021. The Abridged Sector Performance Report by…

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TECNO and Cityzens Giving Celebrate CSR Programme Success in Colombia

Young Leaders in this CSR programme were gifted TECNO mobile phones and attended workshops TECNO (www.TECNO-Mobile.com) and Cityzens Giving are celebrating the success of a youth-led virtual football and education programme in Colombia, which has trained 80 Young Leaders from Barranquilla, who in turn have reached thousands of children and families in their communities. Young Leaders…

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Minister Muswere condemns abuse of ICTs in perpetuating GBV against women

Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and Courier Services has lashed out at people who abuse the Internet to perpetuate violence against girls and women. Statistics from UN Women indicate that as many as 37.6% of Zimbabwean women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime. As the world observed the 16…

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Zimbabwe Committed to Creating Secured Airspace

By Marlvin Ngiza The government of Zimbabwe is implementing a vast of strategies aimed at making the airspace more secure and to ensure standards conformity to International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a government official has said. In a statement ,Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Development Felix Mhona said the government  was committed to a safe…

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POTRAZ Director-General Dr Machengete wins top award

Dr. Gift Machengete, the Director-General of the Postal and Telecommunication Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) has won the coveted National Leadership and Management Excellence Award offered by the reputable Zimbabwe Institute of Management. Below, Spiked Online Media profiles the immense achievements of Dr. Gift Machengete: Resume & Leadership History of POTRAZ POTRAZ was created by…

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Cabinet Approves Government Enterprise Architecture Framework

By Joyce Mukucha Cabinet has considered and approved the Government Enterprise Architecture Framework Approach to the Modernisation and Improvement of the Government of Zimbabwe’s ICT Ecosystem. This was communicated by the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Monica Mutsvangwa during a post Cabinet briefing yesterday. The Framework, she said will play a crucial role…

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OneGaming offering entertainment, ubiquitous connectivity

NetOne’s OneGaming product launched today has been described as strategic since it dovetails with the Ministry of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal, and Courier Services’ mandate of offering ubiquitous connectivity that cascades to the gaming market. Officially launching the product today, Engineer Gibbson Jumbi, the NetOne Board vice-chairperson said the OneGaming platform gives subscribers improved…

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Zimbabwe Agri-tech Strategy to mainstream ICTs into agriculture

The government is working on mainstreaming information communication technologies (ICTs) into agriculture and to achieve this, it has developed the Zimbabwe Agri-Tech Strategy to leverage innovations to improve efficiency, increase effectiveness, reduce costs and enhance the competitiveness of the sector. In his remarks delivered on behalf of the minister, Hon Vangelis Haritatos, the Deputy Minister…

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NetOne’s OneMoney Remit launch to foster financial inclusion

The launch of OneMoney Remit by mobile telephony giant, NetOne marks a great milestone in the country’s financial inclusion efforts, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and Courier Services said. The launch yesterday was welcomed as a measure expected to ease liquidity challenges in the country since more players will…

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NetOne honours High Value Clients on its 25th Anniversary Golf Tournament

Leading mobile telephony company, NetOne, honoured its High-Value Customers at its 25th Anniversary Golf tournament held at Chapman Golf Club in Harare yesterday. In his welcome remarks, Mr. Jeremiah Munembe, the NetOne Chief Operating Officer expressed his excitement for hosting NetOne’s esteemed customers as well as some of its business partners. “The golf tournament attests…

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Smart Agriculture, Health Programmes adopted by Cabinet

By Joyce Mukucha Aiming to boost Zimbabwe’s agricultural production as well as improving the resilience of farmers by providing imperative information through internet connectivity, Cabinet has adopted smart agriculture programme. Cabinet also adopted smart health programme which is aimed at avoiding hindrances when it comes to provision of much needed services in the sector. The…

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Mthuli Applauds Government of India’s Support to Zimbabwe

By Joyce Mukucha The Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Professor Mthuli Ncube has hailed the Indian government for being instrumental in facilitating several current and planned projects in Zimbabwe particularly in the energy sector as well as the support in the fight against Covid-19 pandemic. Officiating the Indian Technical and Economic Co-operation celebrations last…

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Environmental management critical for sustainability of aquaculture, fisheries

The proper management of the environment is critical to ensure the sustainable use of aquaculture and fisheries along the value chain, a top environmentalist has said. Aquaculture is the farming of animals and plants in water. There are various important steps in the aquaculture value chain that includes production, harvesting, processing, marketing, and utilisation. Environmentalist,…

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POTRAZ maps strategic direction for the ICT sector

The Postal and Telecommunication Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) is reviewing its strategic plan and formulating action plans for 2022 with Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services sharing his vision for the sector. The minister reiterated the importance of strategic planning as a prerequisite for success in any endeavour and…

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Digitally connecting all: ICT Lab for Nyakuipa School, judges graduate

In pursuit of creating access to information communication technology for all Zimbabweans regardless of their location, Dr. Jenfan Muswere presided over the commissioning of the Nyakuipa Secondary School ICT Laboratory and the graduation of judges. Hon Muswere, the Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services said his ministry has a mandate to create access to…

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Old Mutual Commissions US$2. 5 million Solar Plant at its Mutual Gardens Head Office

Leading integrated financial services concern, Old Mutual Zimbabwe has commissioned a US$2.5m solar plant at its head office in Mount Pleasant, Harare.   Old Mutual is a certain friend in uncertain times and believes that enabling positive futures within the local communities is their fundamental role. Old Mutual has initiated solar energy projects around Zimbabwe…

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All set for Content Creators Start-Up Week

The Content Creators Network ZW (Content ZW) has announced its inaugural Content Creators Start-Up Week set to run from 8th – 12th November at Moto Republik in Harare. During the week, there will be a number of exciting activities which include pitch competitions, networking events, and media-related pieces of training. Media innovators with start-up ideas…

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COVID-19 pandemic amplifies importance of postal services: Minister Muswere

The Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services Honourable Dr Jenfan Muswere has said the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified the importance of postal services in life at the belated commemoration of the World Post Day in Chipinge yesterday. The day also coincided with the launch of the Chipinge Coummunity Information Centre. World Post…

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Piggery artificial insemination station launched in Zimbabwe with support from the EU

By Wallace Mawire The European Union (EU) funded Value Chain Alliance for Livestock Upgrading and Empowerment (VALUE) Artificial Insemination (AI) Station was officially launched by Honourable Vangelis Haritatos, Deputy Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development at Braford Farm in Chegutu, Mashonaland West Province on 21 October 2021. The AI station is one…

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NetOne’s Chanakira Base Station brings digital connectivity on doorsteps of villagers

NetOne’s network expansion resulted in the commissioning of the Chanakira Base station by the mobile telephony giant in its quest to ensure that the provision and communication solutions are now at the doorstep of everyone including those in rural areas. In her remarks during the launch on Chanakira Base Station on the 20th of October,…

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Tourism SME Love for Africa positively impacting the community

Love for Africa – a destinations management company specializing in the fully inclusive travel market comprising meetings, incentives, corporate, and events, has gone out of its way to positively impact communities in Victoria Falls and beyond. Blessing Munyenyiwa, the Managing Director at Love for Africa who once worked at Disney World in the United States…

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Passion Poultry Positively Impacting Communities

By Joyce Mukucha Poultry farming has become one of the most important aspects of agriculture in Zimbabwe and beyond. Poultry production is an important and diverse component since eggs and meat are part of health and diet for larger population all over the world. The majority is venturing into this business for making money and…

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NetOne gains subscriber and voice traffic market share

Mobile telephony company Netone was impressed that it gained subscriber and voice traffic market share according to the Postal and Telecommunications Sector Performance Report for the second quarter of 2021. In an interview with Spiked Online Media, Roseline Chisveto, the NetOne Head of Marketing and Public Relations said her organisation will continue to be innovative…

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