Israeli atrocities continue on Palestinian city of Jenin

Heinous crimes of assassination were committed by the Israeli apartheid occupation forces against at least 9  Palestinians and while injuring dozens of others during an invasion of the city of Jenin, northern occupied West Bank. It was reported that the Israeli occupation forces prevented ambulances from reaching the wounded by shooting at medical personnel. The…

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Adele’s spectacular One Night Only special comes exclusively to M-Net

Record-breaking singer-songwriter Adele gives her first concert performance in more than four years for the CBS prime time special, Adele: One Night Only – and M-Net viewers can enjoy it when it airs exclusively to DStv Premium on M-Net Channel 101 on Monday 22 November at 19:30 CAT. The two-hour special, which has set social media alight,…

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Africa’s Travel Indaba: Destination Zimbabwe promises tantalising tourism products menu

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…

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The Importance of Forensic Auditing in State-Owned Enterprises

Writes Claudious Matizira.   State-owned enterprises (SOEs) play a vital role in many economies, providing essential services and driving economic growth. However, their complex nature and lack of transparency can create an environment conducive to corruption, fraud, and mismanagement. Forensic auditing is a crucial tool in detecting and preventing such malfeasance, ensuring that SOEs operate…

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AfDB, UNEP partner to implement Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework in Africa

The African Development Bank and UNEP will partner to establish an Expert Group on Biodiversity Finance, which will provide African countries with knowledge and technical assistance The African Development Bank (http://www.AfDB.org) is joining forces with the United Nations Environment Programme to advance the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework in Africa (KMGBF). The framework…

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Development cooperation effective in improving youth outcomes: NAYO

The National Association of Youth Organisations (NAYO) has said development cooperation connects young people to development financing, including external finance, South-South, and triangular cooperation, climate finance, cooperation among governments, civil society, and the private sector. This emerged at the NAYO Pre-High Level Meeting (HLM3) National Dialogue Held on the 2nd of December 2022 at Holiday…

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Circular 3 of 2019 must ensure actual access to education for poor

By Nyaradzo Mashayamombe Every Child In School (ECIS) Campaign wishes to congratulate the government of Zimbabwe, the Zimbabwean Children, ECIS partners and Tag a Life International (TaLI) for achieving the release of the Secretary’s Circular Number 3 of 2019, which comprehensively response to our petitions to both the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (of…

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Old Mutual embarks on Tiritose/Sisonke Campaign to combat COVID-19

Old Mutual Zimbabwe has embarked on the Tiritose/Sisonke campaign in a bid to address the ravaging COVID-19 pandemic that has led to the loss of lives and decimation of many businesses. The leading financial services provider Old Mutual has donated an assortment of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be used by frontline health workers in…

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Zimbabwe spearheads Climate-smart Education System Initiative

Writes Ronnie Chisamba Harare – Zimbabwe, through the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE), is spearheading the implementation of the Climate Smart Education System initiative (CSESI), in conjunction with UNESCO and Save the Children. A 3-day workshop to officially launch the implementation of the program began at the UNESCO offices on Wednesday. The capacitation…

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Big Brother Mzansi: Dinkybliss and Mvelo are the first Housemates evicted

After last week’s live Sunday eviction show saw two new housemates join the Big Brother Mzansi season 3 house and no one leaving, this evening was double elimination, with Rethabile Potsane aka Dinkybliss and Mvelo Ntuli voted out of Biggie’s house. Affectionately known as ‘Miss Twerk’, Dinkybliss told host Lawrence Maleka that “the Housemates were just…

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PAP leadership structures convene on eve of first Ordinary Session of sixth Parliament

The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) Bureau has jointly met with the Bureaus of the Permanent Committees and Regional Caucuses, Women’s Caucus and Youth Caucus ahead of its first Ordinary Session of the sixth Parliament that will hold from October 24 to November 12 2022, to consider the programme of the session. The Session, which will be…

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African Integration Forum: Accelerating continental integration and economic recovery

Africa’s trade recovery is underway with double exports from Africa in April 2021 compared to April 2020[1]. This dynamism, alongside continued efforts towards the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), holds considerable potential for unlocking transformative growth on the continent. Intra-African trade can play a pivotal role in fostering more economically beneficial,…

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AU organs in South Africa celebrate African Union Day

On the occasion of a recreational sports day, African Union organs based in South Africa namely the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), and African Union Development Agency (AUDA NEPAD) joined forces to commemorate the African Union Day (AU Day). The aim of the activity was to promote a healthy lifestyle and…

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Factsheet: Does the PVO Bill spell doom for NGOs?

By ZimFact The Private Voluntary Organisation (PVO) Amendment Bill, which was passed by Zimbabwe’s parliament on January 31, is seen by critics as a drive against non-governmental organisations (NGOS) championing political rights, greater transparency and accountability in governance and use of national resources. But the Zimbabwe government says the Bill — which becomes law on…

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Good corporate governance guides investment decisions, not procurement policies

Writes Robin Vela Pension and other social/ welfare protection funds around the world that are tasked with paying pensions over future decades have a serious responsibility. They must safeguard their cash while ensuring pension contributions earn a real return above inflation in the long term. The National Social Security Authority (NSSA) is such a pension…

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Zimbabwe Young Influencers networking meeting emphasises importance of raising social capital

The Zimbabwe Young Influencers (ZYI) get-together networking meeting held in Harare on Saturday 10 August 2024 brought to the fore the importance of social capital in self-development and career growth.   Addressing the young influencers, Dr. Banabasi Marambire, the author of the book “The Herd Boy”, emphasised the importance of creating social capital, hard work,…

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Justice Moses Chinhengo among eminent African jurists to monitor Kenyan election petition

The Africa Judges and Jurists Forum (AJJF) has commissioned a High-Level Panel of African Jurists to observe the 2022 Presidential Election Petition in Kenya. Trial Observation Mission is headed by the Rtd Chief Justice of the Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Justice Mohammed Chande Othman. Justice Moses Chinhengo, a Zimbabwean national who serves on the ad…

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ZGC calls for gender sensitive election reporting

By Joyce Mukucha and Patricia Mashiri The Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) appealed to the media to be gender-sensitive when reporting during the country’s forthcoming elections. Magaret Mukahanana- Sangarwe, the Chairperson of ZGC said it was important to engage with members of the media in order to enhance that there was balanced reporting in as much…

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Africa50, Power Grid Corporation of India collaborate on electricity project in Kenya

Africa50, the pan-African infrastructure investment platform, and Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) signed a Joint Development Agreement to continue to develop the Kenya Transmission Project on a public-private partnership basis. The project entails the development, financing, construction, and operation of the 400kV Lessos – Loosuk and 220kV Kisumu – Musaga transmission lines under…

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NetOne Joins Other Organisations in Assisting Cyclone IDAI Victims

OneMoney Records Growth As Market Gains Confidence

According to the third quarter performance report for the postal and telecommunications sector released by the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (POTRAZ) Director-General, Dr Gift Machengete in Harare today, OneMoney had the highest market share in terms of  active subscriptions. “The mobile penetration rate increased by 3.4% to reach 88.2% from 84.8% recorded in the…

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Government continues deployment of broadband connectivity among rural communities

In pursuit of a digital economy and knowledge society, the government continues to provide an enabling environment for the growth of the telecommunications sector, especially the deployment of broadband connectivity among rural communities. The challenges brought about by the pandemic have amplified the call for universal access to ICTs as the world comes to terms…

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US$165,000 Bulawayo SMEs Centre Officially Launched

By Joyce Mukucha Recently in Bulawayo In an effort aimed at promoting decent work, better working spaces, improving productivity, access to markets and capacity development as well as improving the working conditions of those participating in the informal economy (Small to Medium Enterprises) (SMEs), the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in collaboration with the Employers Confederation…

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Paris finance summit: world leaders urged to address debt and climate crises

World leaders attending a summit in Paris today must ensure that wealthier nations commit to comprehensive debt relief for lower-income nations, including the cancellation of loans and the scaling up of international assistance to vulnerable states, Amnesty International said today. Amnesty International is calling on the Summit for a New Global Financing Pact (PACT) to…

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Centurion CEO speaks to Chinese Oil and Gas Investors on African opportunities

Led by CEO Nj Ayuk, the team is meeting with several high-profile Chinese executives and energy companies seeking to invest in sub-Saharan Africa A team of attorneys from Centurion (https://CenturionLG.com) is in China this week to participate in the EG Ronda Licensing Roadshow being held today and tomorrow at the Kempinski Hotel Beijing. Led by…

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European Tourism Ministers meet in Croatia to Advance Development, Innovation and Partnerships

Innovation, partnerships and managing rising tourist numbers have been top of the agenda at the 64th Meeting of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Regional Commission for Europe, held in Zagreb, Croatia this week (27-30 May).  Croatia was unanimously chosen to host the annual meeting of the tourism ministers of UNWTO Member States in Europe. The…

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“How archaeology in Pakistan is forced to deny the nation’s Hindu past”

By Own Correspondent Don’t be taken in by the Pakistan government’s lip-service to becoming a multi-religious society every time it promises the repair or reconstruction of a destroyed Hindu temple in that country. It just cannot mean what it says in this context.  That is the way to read the recent drama in Pakistan over…

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Implement electoral reforms to domesticate ACDEG: ZESN

By the Zimbabwe Election Support Network As Zimbabwe readies for the 2023 harmonized elections, the Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN) implores the government of Zimbabwe to implement electoral reforms in line with the dictates of the African Charter on Democracy, Elections, and Governance (ACDEG). Some of these reforms include; the need to create a conducive…

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VFS Global to promote Zimbabwe as a tourist destination in India and GCC region

In a move to enhance destination awareness and foster market visibility, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has appointed VFS Global to promote Zimbabwe as a preferred tourism destination in both India and GCC region, through a collaborative relationship.  The agreement was officially signed by Dr. Karikoga Kaseke, Chief Executive of the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority on…

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Afreximbank Urges Use of Factoring to Expand Africa’s Regional Value Chains

Staff Writer African countries should take make use of factoring in order to take advantage of the opportunities for expanding the continent’s regional value chains, participants at a regional factoring conference held in Dakar have heard. Kanayo Awani, Managing Director of the Intra-African Trade Initiative at the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), said on Wednesday at the opening…

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Protocol on Free Movement of People in Africa: PAP urged to promote ratification and implementation

MIDRAND, SOUTH AFRICA – Ms Rita Amukhobu, the Head of the Humanitarian Affairs Division at the African Union Commission (AUC) has urged the Pan African Parliament (PAP) to promote the ratification and implementation of the Protocol on Free Movement of People in Africa.   She made the remarks virtually today in her presentation during the…

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We must increase lending to the world’s poorest countries now – or pay the price later

Mark Lowcock Larger economies have been flexible and creative coping with Covid’s impact – the same mindset needs to be applied to helping poorer countries. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts Africa will suffer its worst recession since the 1970s. For the first time since the 1990s, extreme poverty will increase. The annual death toll…

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Stage set for implementation of in-country genome editing initiatives in Africa

The stage has been set for the implementation of genome editing, a form of biotechnology meant to spearhead agricultural transformation on the African continent. This comes as experts gathered in Lilongwe, Malawi (from August 14 to 18, 2023), are finalising the review of the zero drafts of GEd training modules that were designed for different…

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