The country’s largest private medical aid society, and health and wellness service provider, Cimas Health Group continues to embrace innovative models to improve ways of service delivery in the health sector. In a groundbreaking development, Cimas recently acquired a mobile clinic, a customised motor vehicle that will be staffed by a combination of health…
The African Business Women Association (ABWA), a local initiative led by prominent businesswoman, Dr. Shamiso Fred is on a path to recovery to bring more players on board. The local initiative is set to benefit both local and international partners. Speaking to Reuters, a lady identified as Norah, who is also the company’s Public Relations…
By Tatenda Mujeyi President Barrack Obama’s efforts for a pro-Sino-US mutuality were eased by Trump’s diplomatic trajectory, characteristic of allegations that arguably climaxed as Huawei 5G allegations, trade bans, and the COVID outbreak conspiracies. The COVID-19 outbreak has heightened the frustrations between the two nations with the American giant arguably accusing the Asian superpower of…
The Southern African Council of Non-Governmental Organizations (SAf-CNGO), also known as the SADC Council of NGOs, has officially announced the appointment of Mr. Lebogang Kenneth Mabotho as the Acting Executive Director. In this role, Mr. Mabotho will provide critical oversight and direction to the organization, working closely with the secretariat and its staff to ensure…
By Elvis Dumba Manjenjenje, Zvimba – The church has been urged to complement various government efforts set up to improve community livelihoods as the country moves to attain a middle-income economy by the year 2030. The call was made by Zvimba South Member of the House of Assembly, Dr. Philip Chiyangwa. Speaking as the guest…
Manluckerz born Luckson Mukandawire who is a Zimbabwean artist and author based in Sweden’s book FlashBack Identity will be released on his birthday on October 6, 2019. The popular book was first published in Swedish and now the English version will be available through Vulkan Media & Makandire Muzani ZIMFEBI Music. Both versions are available…
Writes Baboloki Semele Nairobi, Kenya: COP28 President-Designate, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber has called on leaders from both the public and private sectors to go to COP28 with real and actionable commitments to address climate change. Speaking on the margins of Africa Climate Week in Nairobi, Kenya, Al Jaber noted that the globe needs to rapidly…
The youth bear the brunt of vulnerability to climate change hence engaging and empowering them in promoting agro-ecology, sustainable farming practices, and advocating for climate justice is crucial for building resilient and sustainable food systems in the country. This emerged today at a symposium by the Young Volunteers for the Environment (YVE) in partnership with…
The community borehole sunk at Mwanandishe Primary School by the Zimbabwe National Zakat Fund (Zimnzaf) is set to ease water woes bedeviling the school and Tafara community at large. In an interview during the drilling process on Tuesday, Zimnzaf Finance Director Philemon C. Chari said this intervention is part of the organisation’s water and sanitation…
Calling a move to curtail stakeholder participation at a meeting on 13 May 2024 of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) an “unprecedented and unnecessary infringement on the right of stakeholders to submit data and have it be openly considered”, accountable marine governance advocates Accountability.Fish has called on Commission parties to reject the proposal. The…
Huawei concluded another global patent cross-licensing agreement, adding Japan-based Sharp to a growing list of long-term deals the Chinese company said aid competition and reduce device costs. In a statement, Huawei noted the deal covers cellular standard essential patents, including 4G and 5G, with the company’s head of IP Alan Fan adding: “We are delighted…
Writes Nhau Mangirazi Kariba – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi has challenged the media to help politicians to be tolerant during the campaign period ahead of forthcoming elections. Nyathi made the remarks during the media election reporting training in Kariba where he said there is a need to respect each…
By Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo We are getting closer to 2023. Every day, some will always laugh and point out the false prophet narratives on Passion Java while he is busy mobilizing for President Mnangagwa’s camp. Remember, the Presidential vote is all about numbers. Some are busy making him popular and admiring him, and he is…
Writes Persistence Gwanyanya Now that the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has kick-started the transition to a market-based exchange rate mechanism by injecting foreign currency into the interbank market, through the wholesale foreign currency auction system, and removing the limits on forex trading margins, the next step to achieving stability is to boost the Zimbabwe…
As part of its hyper-local focus and ongoing commitment towards bringing the best in locally-produced content to audiences in Southern Africa, Zambezi Magic will move to DStv channel 162 on Monday, 1 April 2019. The switch to a new channel number will make Zambezi Magic available to a wider footprint across Southern Africa to enable audiences…
By Muchaneta Chimuka Research has shown that failure to access menstrual hygiene materials such as tampons, and sanitary wear, among others, is leading to high school dropout rates, absenteeism, and low pass rates as many teenage girls, especially in rural communities and peri-urban areas where communities are the hardest hit by price increases of commodities….
By Arts Correspondent Being an orphan is often accustomed to a harsh upbringing and this is aptly captured in a new single by a Bulawayo based artiste. The 19-year-old Tamuka Vengesayi who is a reggae artiste told this publication that the song ‘Nherera Munhuwo’ is an encouragement for the society to support orphans especially now…
The UNWTO Awards on Innovation and Excellence in Tourism, African and Middle East tourism development and the Chinese Market among the activities of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) during the 38th edition of the Madrid International Tourism Fair (FITUR, January 17-21), the yearly kick-off for the world’s leading tourism meeting points. A workshop on Chinese…
The report provides an in-depth review of African countries progress towards five sustainable development goals and their 32 targets to meet the 2030 Agenda and the African Union 2063 Agenda The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), and the African Development Bank (AfDB) (www.AfDB.org), presented today the 2024…
Africa Data Centres’ investment reflects significant confidence in South Africa and further consolidates Africa Data Centres’ position as the continent’s leading data centre and co-location provider JOHANNESBURG, May 18 – Africa Data Centres, part of the Liquid Telecom Group, has completed the acquisition of a state-of-the-art Tier IV data centre in Johannesburg from Standard Bank,…
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has paid tribute to former Education, Sports and Culture Minister Aeneas Chigwedere who sadly passed away on Friday. During his time as sports minister between 2001 and 2008, the game of cricket in the country was beset by a myriad of challenges including racial issues, player revolts and a battle for the…
His Excellency, Hon Senator Chief Fortune Charumbira, the President of the Pan African Parliament (PAP) attending the 146th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has reiterated the continental lawmaking body’s support for the aspirations of the Palestinian people. The President of PAP made the contribution during the meetings of SADC and Africa groups prior to…
The parents of a 14-year old paralysed boy, who live in Mbare National Harare are appealing for assistance. The father of Mufaro, Mr. Dominic Chanditeya said that, “My his son was normal from birth. However, at the tender age of four and a half years he developed a condition that led to him becoming paraplegic….
The Election Resource Centre (ERC), having observed polling day on 30 July 2018, noted that the voters’ roll used was finalised on 1 June 2018 and printed on 4 July 2018. The ERC went to court in May 2018 requesting the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) to release the voters’ roll used for inspection, for purposes of…
The Southern Africa Youth Forum (SAYOF) Annual Conference, underway at the Celebration Centre in Borrowdale, Harare, yesterday witnessed the collaborative efforts of two prominent institutions – the Institute Of Entrepreneurs Zimbabwe (IOEZ); and the Centre for Business and Entrepreneurship Development (CBED) – in their quest to capacitate aspiring and established entrepreneurs across the Southern African…
The Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the legislative arm of the African Union, is scheduled to hold a three-day training workshop tailored for journalists in the Southern Africa region. The workshop will take place from the 16th to the 18th of May 2024 in Cape Town. The purpose of the training aligns with the broader objectives of…
By Joyce Mukucha In an effort to end Tuberculosis(TB)as well well as advocating for political commitment to ensure that TB remains on top of the national agenda, the Stop TB Partnership Zimbabwe has joined hands with Stop TB Partnership Geneva and several key actors in stepping up the fight to mitigate the disease in the…
The colonialist government of Rhodesia set up a township for blacks just a stone’s throw from modern-day Harare Central Business District to enable the natives to work in town and the nearby industrial sites. The place is called Mbare and is rich in history while it maintains itself as a centre of various activities for…
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international peace organization, strongly calls for an immediate cessation of the Israel-Hamas war that threatens global security and tramples on the integrity of life. HWPL Peace Advocate and Chairman, Lee Man-hee has condemned the war. “It is clearly shown through reckless violence—which only produces losers—that it…
As strong winds due to Severe Tropical Storm Freddy are anticipated in Chipinge and Chimanimani before spreading to Chiredzi, Bikita, Mwenezi as well as Beitbridge beginning this morning, the Zimbabwe Electricity and Distribution Company (ZETDC) is giving some precautionary measures to the public. Reports from the Meteorological Officer suggest that the weather will get progressively…
Zimbabwe’s only Ultra-Marathon, the just ended PPC Matopos 33-Miler, has been hailed as a huge success by its organisers, PPC Zimbabwe Ltd. This year being its 7th edition, the cement manufacturers received much more in return for their investment that saw the total prize money being boosted by 300% to nearly $50 000. PPC Zimbabwe…
By Desire Tshuma The Twins Association of Zimbabwe (TAZ ) this Saturday is set to officially launch its organization in Harare which shall be graced by His Excellency President Emerson Mnangagwa TAZ is an association that was founded in Harare in 2016 by Farai Lawyer Katonha and Tendai Mayor Katonha brothers, a set of Chitungwiza-based…
Zimbabwe is participating in the Meetings Show London in the United Kingdom which runs from 28 to 30 June 2022. This follows the successful launch of the MICE Campaign – MeetInZim, the destination is geared to engage with UK MICE Agents to bring their business delegates to Meet in Zimbabwe. The newly appointed Chief Executive…
By Elvis Dumba Raffingora – An 83-year-old woman is over the moon after receiving a brand new wheelchair from the Deputy Minister of Local Government, Marian Chombo, to help her mobility. Emma Kadzungu of Kamwaza Township said she was elated to receive the gift of the wheelchair. “I was facing challenges with my legs for…
The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has called on development partners to scale up support for implementation of sanitation programs to fast track Africa’s progress and deliver on its promise to the continent. “Achieving the Ngor Commitments and the ambitious targets for sanitation and hygiene within the Global Development Agenda can only become a reality if…
By Joyce Mukucha Worldwide, hundreds of mothers are dying daily from pregnancy complications with 99 percent of them in developing countries like Sub Sahara Africa. Statistics indicate that in Zimbabwe and other African countries, the maternal mortality rate is rapidly increasing day by day being fuelled by the low uptake of maternal health services. According…
By Byron Mutingwende The Zimbabwe Peace Project (ZPP) has urged politicians to reach out to to their supporters and educate them that they are all bound by the pledge they signed. The call comes amid isolated reports of intra and inter-party violence ahead of the elections scheduled for 30 July 2018. “There is…
By Byron Mutingwende Mazvita Jacob (not real name) relives the emotional experiences of the day she was raped by her uncle last year when she was 17 years old. When left alone, she cries and says she sees visions of the perpetrator coming to abuse her all over again. Her auntie Patience says…
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany released the Twelfth Episode of their TV program “Our Africa by Merck Foundation” on Saturday, 2nd July 2022 on KTN, Kenya, repeated every Wednesday at 6:30 pm and on Sunday, 3rd July on NTV, Uganda, repeated every Thursday at 4 pm. The TV program also airs on GH One TV in Ghana, every…
By Miriam Zvomuya Senior Assistant Commissioner Charity Charamba, the National Spokesperson of the Zimbabwe Republic Police said police will work to ensure that journalists are safe and protected. Charamba made the remarks during the commemoration of the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists in Harare at the Annual Media Stakeholders Conference organised…
Zimbabwe will be a part of Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI) at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, South Africa from 2 to 5 May this year. The trade show makes a return after a two-year hiatus due to the Covid 19 pandemic travel restrictions. Zimbabwe is leading a delegation of more than…
By Rumbidzai Mukori How many times have we asked ourselves this question or do we simply eat whatever we can find and assume that we are eating well? I also used to base my life around this assumption, that healthy foods are expensive and so I will just eat something, whether it is beneficial for…
By Own Correspondent An upcoming hip hop artiste, Craig Zonke has been appointed brand ambassador of JayshCare Rehabilitation Services. The Pasi neGuka hitmaker says he is eager to use his ambassadorial role in amplifying the anti-drug message among his peers. ” I am delighted that JayshCare has appointed me as their brand ambassador. This will…
By Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) On the 16th of June 2021 and as a way of commemorating the Day of the African Child ZIMCODD convened a regional youth debate tournament. The tournament sought to create a platform for regional youth to network, debate on different but pertinent regional social, economic, and political…
By Charles Dhewa Every time farmers inquire about prices of commodities in the market they are often looking for the highest price. However, unless there are serious shortages, in both formal and informal markets, it is rare for farmers or suppliers to sell the entire consignment at the top price. In almost all agricultural commodities…
