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…
By Joseph Waring Tax authorities in India commenced a tax evasion investigation into Huawei, with searches of the Chinese vendor’s facilities carried out in multiple locations, adding to the company’s woes in a country once seen as a major market for its 5G kit. Huawei issued a statement confirming tax officials visited its local offices…
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. …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Huawei finally launched its P50 Pro smartphone and the more recently unveiled P50 Pocket foldable in a host of international markets, after first rolling out the devices in China in 2021. The vendor stated it had begun taking orders for the P50 Pro and P50 Pocket in Asia-Pacific, MEA, Europe and Latin America in the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Apple launched an app to allow US users of Android devices to detect nearby AirTags, a move meant to limit the tracking devices being used in secret. The Tracker Detect app scans for AirTags and other devices using Apple’s Find My network including iPhones with a view to reducing the chances of tags being hidden…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
By Chimeno Azriel Schools have been urged to set up computer laboratories if they are to produce and nurture talented learners who will be able to be among the best in the world of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). In a speech read on his behalf by Schools Inspector Barnabas Chikanya during the official opening…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
By Michael Carroll Former Huawei smartphone brand Honor completed a significant coup by securing Google Mobile Services as the software platform for its Honor 50 range ahead of a reported expansion in availability. In a tweet yesterday (11 October), Honor revealed Google Mobile Services will feature on the Honor 50 series, a collaboration which brings…
As tasked by the Ministry of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and Courier Services, NetOne set up the Siyalima Base Station in the quest to improve service delivery and increase the national mobile penetration rate. Honourable Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, in his keynote address at the Siyalima…
By Joyce Mukucha Following the discontinuation announcement of the HVTN 705 / HPX2008 trial which is also known as the Imbokodo study, scientists said they will remain positive about finding a solution to prevent HIV infection. The study which started in 2017 and ended in June 2020 was aimed at testing the efficacy of vaccines…
Thisability Hub in collaboration with Vana Trust today launched an accessible Vaya Taxi Service – a first-ever highly technological taxi in Zimbabwe that will see many people with disabilities have an improved mode of mobility. Special appreciation was extended to Cassava Smartech for helping in fulfilling the dreams of those with disabilities after it chipped…
The fuel crisis spreading across Europe and Asia highlights the weather-related vulnerabilities faced by global energy systems. As wind and solar falter under intermittency, power generation has defaulted to gas, where demand is being squeezed by early-autumn heating and late-summer electric cooling needs across Eurasia. The reverberations of February’s polar vortex in Texas—which froze gas output—continue to be felt…
Gene editing continues to show great promise for developing more resilient and climate-smart crops to counter the mounting threat of climate change and its adverse effects on global food security, new research shows. With its vast potential to alleviate food insecurity and improve the livelihoods of vulnerable populations, gene editing as an agricultural production tool…
The government, through the Ministry of Energy and Power Development, is working towards providing efficient energy generation and/or production, transmission, distribution and utilisation. This was communicated by the Minister of Energy and Power Development, Honourable Soda Zhemu during a recent National Energy Efficiency Policy (NEEP) validation workshop that took place in Harare recently. The Minister…
By Bernard Marr In 2022, we will see artificial intelligence continue along the path to becoming the most transformative technology humanity has ever developed. According to Google CEO Sundar Pichai, its impact will be even greater than that of fire or electricity on our development as a species. This may seem like a very ambitious…
