In today’s fast-paced digital world, financial inclusion is more than just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. As Zimbabwe continues to embrace digital financial solutions, OneMoney, the mobile financial services arm of NetOne, is proving to be a game-changer. With a robust distribution network backed by the strength of NetOne, OneMoney is setting new standards in financial…
HARARE, ZIMBABWE – Exciting news! Innovative ICT training sessions for children are launching today at Borrowdale Methodist Church in Harare, delivered by local EduTech startup Teach Me Too. This initiative is part of the church’s CSR program, providing a safe environment for kids to explore their creativity and interests while steering them away from harmful…
The African Union (AU), through the Department of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI), in collaboration with UNESCO, IPPF, UNFPA, and WHO, launched the Continental Strategy on Education for Health and Well-being of Young People. The African Union broadcasted the launch of the Continental Strategy on the 11th of October 2023 during the Global Forum…
The number of invasive alien species is increasing at “unprecedented” rates, and more than 3,500 of these are harmful, causing biodiversity loss and threatening ecosystems around the world, a United Nations-backed report says. The report by the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), warned that the increase of invasive alien species and their negative impacts…
By the Archbishop of Canterbury My prayer for this Conference is very simple. It is that everyone here, whoever you are, wherever you’ve come from, and whatever hopes and fears you may bring with you, may leave with a greater desire for friendship with Jesus Christ. To desire Jesus is to desire God. To…
Based on the study of environmental DNA cellular material released from living things into their surroundings, the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Monday launched a project to protect and preserve biodiversity. This comes after the organization noted with concern that species are under threat so the project is also aimed at making…
With instant access to thousands of the best shows and movies, you can always find something thrilling to watch on DStv. From family feuds to finding love in a villa, our May line-up is filled with binge-worthy content that will have you cosying up on the couch and cancelling those social plans. Here are some…
Friends With Albinism By Setfree N Mafukidze (RGN) Often times many myths and misconceptions have come up from various persons within societies regarding albinism. For time immemorial those born with albinism have been treated unfairly with some cultures considering it a curse to give birth to a child with albinism. In some cases, women who…
The International AIDS Society (IAS) yesterday announced that Professor Hendrik Streeck is the Local Scientific Chair of the 11th IAS Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2021), which takes place in Berlin, Germany, on 18-21 July 2021. Professor Streeck is the Director of the Institute for HIV Research at the University Hospital, Medical Faculty University Duisburg-Essen,…
By Tatenda Mujeyi and Byron Mutingwende The decline in biodiversity initiated by malpractices in administering natural resources and ecosystem management is hampering the realisation of maximum potential tourism returns. The remarks were echoed by most speakers at the belated World Biodiversity Day commemorations hosted by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Harare last Thursday….
By Wisdom Mumera Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector is suffering from a lack of science based farming methods stemming from lack of knowledge that is hampering production according to an expert. Speaking at a Zimbabwe Lands Commission National Needs Assessment Validation Workshop in Harare, Professor Sheunesu Mpepereki called for investment into farmer knowledge if the country is…
By Byron Mutingwende The media plays a critical role in the dissemination of climate change information, an official from the Government of Zimbabwe has said. In his remarks at a climate change reporting workshop held at Cresta Jameson Hotel in Harare on 7 September 2017, Tirivanhu Muhwati, a Climate Change Scientist in the…
Superstar Oliver ‘Tuku’ Mtukudzi has castigated the xenophobic violence that has spread across South Africa claiming at least seven lives. Several thousands of foreign nationals, Zimbabweans among them have been displaced from their homes to find shelter at camps set up across South Africa in fear for their lives. In a media release, Tuku said…
