By Charles Dhewa African countries have no shortage of documents on how aggregating agricultural commodities can change lives of farmers and low-income consumers. Some agricultural consultants and development agencies have made a living from advising government departments and farming communities on how to design value chain strategies. Slogans like making markets work for the poor have…
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,…
The International Trade Centre (ITC), Dubai Industries and Exports (Dubai IE) and the Women’s Pavilion at Expo 2020 in collaboration with Cartier are launching a series of gender-focused events to foster learning, innovation, partnerships, and alliances. These events highlight women’s essential role in transforming key industries and leading the charge towards more inclusive and sustainable…
Patricia Mashiri and Joyce Mukucha Cases of children who are surviving on the streets of Harare are notably increasing on a daily basis and the estimated statistics is around 4 701. What is raising eyebrows of the majority is that some of these children come to solicit on the streets during the day go back…
Consumer protection has become central to the social and economic well-being of the Zimbabwean population, a senior government official has said. In a speech read today at the Consumer Protection Commission stakeholders awareness workshop in Harare by Florence Angela Makombe, the Chief Director of the Industry Division in her ministry, Dr. Sekai Nzenza, the Minister…
The United Nations (UN) in Zimbabwe joined the rest of the World in commemorating the World Biodiversity Day yesterday. Biodiversity stretches from genetic diversity within a species of diversity within entire regions of ecosystems, encompassing micro- organisms, plants and animals. Biological diversity is under threat due to a number of factors ranging from population growth,…
Rural based people are feeling the bite of high bus fares, such that they are no longer in a position to travel to family gatherings such as funerals, weddings and graduations in the cities or to visit their relatives in other villages, the Passenger Association of Zimbabwe (PAZ) has said. “We have come to the…
An alarming spike in violence by Israeli settlers and occupation forces against Palestinians across the occupied West Bank including Jerusalem in recent days highlights the urgent need to dismantle illegal settlements and end Israel’s occupation of Palestine and its longstanding system of apartheid. Ambassador of Palestine to Zimbabwe, Dr. Tamer Almassri said Israeli settlers have…
By Susan Reidy BRUSSELS, BELGIUM — E.U. agri-food exports are maintaining their forward momentum, breaking records in May with a total of €12.8 billion, 13% higher than the same time period a year earlier. Imports also increased to €10.7 billion, up 6% from May 2018, according to the latest monthly trade report from the European…
Tourism transcends humankind and political affiliation across the borders and it unites nations and different cultures so it is the best conduit for peace, church leaders have said. “We thank Dr Karikoga Kaseke and the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) for spearheading the Zimbabwe Peace Festival 2018. At the festival Christians united for the same purpose,…
By Charles Dhewa A major lesson for African leaders from the Russia-Ukraine conflict is that they should accelerate the development of food systems that have no direct link with foreign currency. African agriculture has remained thinly defined for decades as shown by how agricultural policies focus on less than five percent of African food systems…
Southern Rocks – 142 all out in 31.5 overs (Larvet Masunda 36, Tendai Chisoro 32, Richmond Mutumbami 16; Akshay Patel 3/25, Victor Nyauchi 3/25, Tendai Chatara 2/29) Mountaineers – 137 all out in 38.2 overs (Shingi Masakadza 53, Kevin Kasuza 24, Dion Myers 23; Tendai Chisoro 3/29, Nkosilathi Nungu 2/11, Patrick Mambo 2/24) Southern…
By Byron Mutingwende The Patron of the Zimbabwe Amalgamated Council of Churches (ZACC) and Consumer Power, Jimayi Muduvuri is fronting the Coalition Against Sanctions initiative that has seen some people camping at the United States Embassy in protest against the economic embargo imposed on the country. This comes against the background of a…
Today, the World Bank released the Next Generation Africa Climate Business Plan (NG-ACBP), which sets out a blueprint to help Sub-Saharan African economies achieve low carbon and climate-resilient outcomes. The Plan calls for countries to seize the opportunity to scale-up climate resilience to grow their economies and reduce poverty, redouble efforts to increase energy access…
If you’re a golfer who loves to travel, it’s time to pack your clubs and prepare for an adventure unlike any other! African Sun Hotels invites you to discover two of the most stunning golf courses in Zimbabwe. Whether you’re teeing off with wildlife in the Victoria Falls savannah or enjoying a serene escape in…
By Staff writer Company secretaries play a pivotal role in ensuring good corporate governance is practised in the institutions they work for, according to the visiting Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA) International president, Mr David Venus. Giving the keynote address at the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators in Zimbabwe annual conference…
Since the birth of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) through the Maputo Declaration of 2003 followed by the Malabo Declaration of 2014, tremendous progress has been made by the member states in transforming agriculture despite facing various challenges including the effects of climate change, pandemics, geo-political conflicts, and global recession, a senior government…
It is one thing to be blessed with natural resources such as fertile soils and water but quite another to be able to explain and convince investors about opportunities embedded in those resources. Given the intensifying competition for investment and influence, the art of articulating opportunities can no longer be a preserve for government officials…
By Staff Reporter After serving in an acting position for one year, Arthur Johnson Manase has been appointed as the National Social Security Chief Executive Officer. Manase’s appointment is with effect from 1 January 2021, the NSSA statement has revealed. The authority said Manase’s appointment was duly done in terms of Section 25 of the…
Zimbabwe – 166-6 in 20 overs (Wessly Madhevere 73, Ryan Burl 34*, Dion Myers 26; Shoriful Islam 3/33, Mahedi Hasan 1/11, Shakib Al Hasan 1/32) Bangladesh – 143 all out in 19.5 overs (Shamim Hossain 29, Afif Hossain 24, Mohammad Saifuddin 19; Wellington Masakadza 3/20, Luke Jongwe 3/31, Blessing Muzarabani 2/21) Zimbabwe won by…
Through a generous investment from ELMA Philanthropies, Higherlife Foundation on 10 December 2020 commenced the handover of maternal health medical equipment to seven hospitals in Zimbabwe. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the provision of essential maternal and neonatal health services and severely eroded the steady gains that Zimbabwe had made in improving mortality rates. Over…
MidWest – 306-8 in 45 overs (Tarisai Musakanda 142, Takudzwa Kaitano 63, Nyasha Mayavo 42; Masimba Maruvatsanga 4/59, Owen Muzondo 1/47) Gladiators – 158 all out in 33.1 overs (Wesley Madhevere 59, Tony Munyonga 27, Ashley Mufandauya 26; Trevor Chibvongodze 3/21, Manson Chikowero 2/13, Jabulisa Tshuma 2/23) MidWest won by 148 runs A magnificent innings…
Ahead of the ninth anniversary of the enforced disappearance of Itai Dzamara, a journalist and pro-democracy activist who was abducted in Harare on 9 March 2015, Vongai Chikwanda, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, said: “Nine years after the enforced disappearance of Itai Dzamara, the Zimbabwean authorities continue to impede the…
Writes Elvis Dumba Katawa – ZANU (PF) supporters in Zvimba North Constituency have pledged at least 40 000 votes for ZANU PF presidential candidate Emmerson Mnangagwa in the 2023 harmonised general elections. This was revealed by Zvimba North Constituency legislator, Hon Marian Chombo during a Zvimba North Constituency ZANU (PF) star rally held at Ayshire…
Providence Pangira, who achieved brilliant results at Ordinary and Advanced Level despite his deprived background but lacked the funds to go to university, may be able to fulfil his dreams after all thanks to a scholarship provided by Zimnat. The young man’s plight was highlighted earlier in the year on social media and in a…
Pan African businessman and Econet Group Chairman Strive Masiyiwa says his Africa Data Centres [ADC] has started construction of Nigeria’s biggest Data Centre. Masiyiwa writes: We recently acquired a 5 Acre piece of land in Lagos, where we are starting construction of one of the largest buildings in the city. In Data Centre terms it…
By Tatenda Mujeyi The Minister of Environment, Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Senator Priscilla Mupfumira has announced a new ten-member board for the Environmental Management Agency (EMA). The announcement comes after the expiration of the previous board’s term and the current board will serve a 5-year term. The announcement followed President ED Mnangagwa’s approval and was…
Mahmoud Abbas, the President of the State of Palestine who is also the Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organisation has congratulated President Mnangagwa following his declaration by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) as the winner of the Zimbabwe presidential elections. President Abbas expressed great pleasure to President Mnangagwa and Palestinians’ heartfelt…
It is that time of the year when the Mid-Term National Budget Review is presented. This analysis of the 2022 Mid Term Budget Review Statement presented by the Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Mthuli Ncube is based on the understanding of the importance of the Mid Term Review in informing discourse around the use…
The Ghanaian authorities have failed to protect and fulfill the human rights of hundreds of victims of witchcraft accusations and ritual attacks that forced them to flee their communities fearing for their lives, said Amnesty International in a new report. “Branded for life: How witchcraft accusations lead to human rights violations of hundreds of…
Strengthening food systems must be an integral part of efforts to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and to build resilience in Africa, said African Development Bank Director General for Southern Africa, Leila Mokaddem. Hunger is a greater threat to many Africans than the COVID-19 crisis, Mokaddem said in a session on sustainable food systems at the Southern…
The International Trade Centre (ITC) will provide support to 100 companies from 20 least developed countries and developing countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to participate in the China International Import Expo (CIIE), to be held in Shanghai on 5-10 November 2018. The micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) going to China have been…
By Charles Dhewa All over the world, information sources are no longer just important for journalists. African policy makers who really want to transform their agro-based economies cannot afford to remain silent about their sources of information. There is emerging consensus to the effect that information from academic institutions, private companies and development agencies is…
Parliamentary involvement is critical in the climate change dialogue and to demonstrate this, the Speaker of Parliament of Zimbabwe, Hon Advocate Jacob F.N. Mudenda is leading the legislative delegation from the Southern African country in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the parliamentary meeting on the occasion of COP29. The Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Advocate J.F.N Mudenda,…
By Tatenda Mujeyi Touch Road Holdings facilitated the arrival of over sixty business tourists and the signing of sister-city partnerships in Harare yesterday. Touch Road Holdings which signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Tourism has continued its gesture by luring over 60 business tourists and political dignitaries. “Allow me to commend Touch…
Writes Herzel Mushayabasa The highly anticipated Mega Doek and Slay event took place on Sunday, and it was a night to remember, with electrifying performances from some of Zimbabwe’s top artists. Two of the standout acts of the day were Jah Prayzah and Master H, who left the crowd in awe with their electrifying sets….
The Board, Management, and Staff of the Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ) have expressed their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families of the students who passed on during a fatal road traffic accident that occurred along Nyanga road. “We wish a speedy recovery to those that were injured from this tragic incident. We urge…
The Zimbabwe Women Lawyers Association (ZWLA) has urged the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus to make sure international commitments in the Beijing Platform for Action are made into reality. Abigail Matsvayi, the ZWLA Executive Director, was training the members of the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus when she revealed that Beijing is one of the international instruments that…
Rooftop Promotions will be hosting Bulawayo-based music giant Jeys Marabini at Theatre in the Park this Friday the 28th of April 2023. The concert will start at 7:30 PM till late and admission is $10. Bookings can be done at Theatre in the Park offices located at the corner of Herbert Chitepo and Leopold Takawira…
By Elvis Dumba Uzumba – Sexual abuse cases reported in the country in 2022 revealed that children accounted for at least 58% of the reported cases, a figure which is worrying. This was revealed by Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Hon Sithembiso Nyoni during the official launch of National 16…
By Anyway Yotamu The country’s leading cooking oil producers, Pure Oils through their ZimGold brand today continues to assist vulnerable communities under the company’s ZimGold Givers Community Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, by donating cooking oil worth ZW$75000.00 to Touching Lives Africa. Under the ZimGold Givers, Pure Oils identifies community heroes who are doing remarkable work…
By Veritas On the 3rd of May 2020, the Law Society of Zimbabwe published a critique on the impact and legitimacy of SI 96 of 2020. The Law Society’s critique is reproduced here with the kind permission of the Executive Director of the Law Society, Mr. Edward Mapara. Statutory Instrument 96 of 2020, inter alia, allows for…
By Lovemore Chazingwa Climate stories hitting newsrooms are usually minimal and at the same time boring to audiences, a leading editor has noted. Zimpapers flagship publication, The Herald, Night Editor Isdore Guvamombe made the remarks in outlining his expectations at the ongoing media workshop on Progress In Phasing Out Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS), in Kadoma…
A company might come up with an innovative line of products or might be well known for its service quality. But, until it manages the finances well, it cannot be successful. It cannot maintain the initial momentum of its business in the market. The financial position of any company has direct effects on its operation…
By Zimnat Zimnat would like to clear the air and give accurate information with respect to Diaspora Funeral Cash Plan (DFCP) policies. The background to this are the recent media reports surrounding changes to the above existing policies. The relationship between Zimnat and Destiny Financial Services T/A as DFCP Since January 2012, Destiny Financial Services…
