The Wedza Residents Development Initiative Trust (WERDIT) applauds the Government of Zimbabwe for moving with speed to complete the construction of the New Government Complex and the Civil Registry offices. The New Government Complex will house all the district offices of government departments while Wedza residents will be able to obtain identity documents and passports….
By Philip Mataranyika The year we spent in Chitungwiza with our mother, who had immersed herself in hustling in order to fend for her children, in the wake of the collapse of her marriage to her husband, Steven, was both exciting and painful. We were excited because we had missed staying with our loving mother,…
By Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) What is Monetary Policy? On the 7th of February 2021, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) announced its 2022 Monetary Policy. Monetary policy details policies by the monetary authority to control either interest rate or money supply to influence macroeconomic variables like inflation, consumption, liquidity, and economic…
Civil society under the banner of the Sustainable and Inclusive Debt Management Framework is worried about Zimbabwe’s ballooning domestic and external debt currently hovering between US$17 to $18 billion. The CSOs said the above official statistics is a result of a combination of factors spanning from inherited colonial debt; perennial budget deficits, fiscal indiscipline and…
Our immune system is a complex network in the body that protects us from viruses such as the common cold and other diseases. Maintaining immune health is quintessential to living a healthy life. With innovations in cannabis, many wonder if CBD (cannabidiol), the non-psychoactive part of the cannabis plant, has the power to boost our…
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) vaulted market uncertainties caused by COVID-19 pandemic to successfully conclude a dual-currency Syndicated Loan, raising the equivalent of US$907.5 million, comprised of two tranches of US$485 million and EUR390.4 million. Proceeds will be used for general corporate activities, and will strengthen the Bank’s liquidity position as it implements its US$3 billion Pandemic Trade Impact Mitigation…
Writes Elvis Dumba The Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Marian Chombo officially opened the over-subscribed Mashonaland West Province Investment conference that was held at Kadoma Rainbow Hotel with potential investors challenging local authorities to adapt to capital business investments to attract more investments. Officially opening the conference, Mashonaland West Provincial Minister…
By Edward Makuzva Youth Aspire Development Trust (YADT) recently held a public speaking competition with 10 colleges in Chitungwiza with a support from Her Voice funding so as to capacitate adolescents on sexual and reproductive health rights . The public speaking competition focused on Adolescent health, Gender Based violence, TB, Malaria and HIV and AIDS and also…
Writes Tsitsi Ndabambi Diaspora-based Promoter Shanyai Events faced an unexpected downfall, leaving audiences bewildered and raising suspicions of sabotage. Despite meticulous organisation, top-tier venues, and a groundbreaking marketing strategy, the turnout for the events fell drastically short of expectations. Shanyai Events had left no stone unturned in ensuring flawless execution, securing prime venues well in…
During the Heads of State and Government’s Summit of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) between 16 and 18 August, a group of organizations including various social and civic movements meets for the parallel SADC Peoples’ Summit under the motto “Justice – Meaningful Participation – Inclusion”. The summit will take place in Luanda at the…
Writes Panashe Gwesu Fast-rising Zimbabwean sungura musician, Anywere Mukani a.k.a Mr Favour Veflambo, boldly declares that the ghetto has empowered him to reach international heights, which is why he never forgets its impact on his journey. known for blending sungura music with flamboyant flair, the musician has captured the public’s attention with his unique musical…
By Anyway Yotamu The land dispute between Ukraine based Harare businessman, Kenneth Raydone Sharpe and his former business partner George Katsimberis opened a can of worms by exposing the City of Harare’s housing department and Pokugara Propeties’ corrupt tendencies. This comes at a time when the government is weeding out land barons across the country….
By Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – Players in the tourism industry have been urged to come up with strategies that scale up the uptake of tourism products in the province. The call was made by Mashonaland West Minister for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Mary Mliswa-Chikoka. During her welcome address during the Kariba Regional…
By Farai Chirimumimba Introduction The national voters’ roll inspection began in earnest on 19 May and ended yon 29 May with stakeholders having urged eligible voters to register and verify their details. Over 20, 000 election officials were reportedly deployed to some 10,807 inspection centres to register new voters and to allow already registered voters…
SuperSport viewers on DStv will be counting down the days to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, with the tournament set to run from 20 November to 18 December and provide the most thrilling distillation of ‘The Beautiful Game’. DStv is the only true home of football in Africa, offering a range and depth of action that no other rival…
By Byron Mutingwende The Southern African Development Community (SADC), with support from the African Union (AU), is seeking to establish a regional cross-border interconnection framework and the regional interconnection offer (RIO). Speaking at a validation workshop held in Harare recently, Dr. Sam Kundishora, Zimbabwe’s Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, Postal…
By Chimeno Azriel A number of poets from Creative Minds Alive recently released an anthology poetry book ECHOES OF AFRICA, a book that seeks to embrace all the ages and leaves the reader with the desire to want to read more poems. The 82-page book which was launched online and on other social media platforms…
By Joyce Mukucha Most people always find it difficult to make their artistry aptitudes grow and exhibit them to the world. The novel and film writing task is hard and tough if one has got no passion for it. For Marcus Pro, courage always rises at every attempt that seems to intimidate him in as…
ActionAid Zimbabwe, in partnership with Jekesa Pfungwa Vuligqondo and Simukai Child Protection Programme, is introducing an early recovery programme for Cyclone Idai Survivors in Chimanimani and Chipinge as the organisation moves its response from immediate needs to mid- term. Reaching to over 5 000 people, ActionAid Zimbabwe is introducing interventions such as psychosocial support, and livelihoods…
For the first time since 2003, Zimbabwe will tour England for bilateral cricket following an agreement between the two sides to play a four-day men’s Test match in 2025. The match is scheduled for 28-31 May 2025, at a venue to be confirmed. This historic tour follows discussions between Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) and the England…
The Jobs website went live last week. According to a news release from Techunzipped, the new website has a “fresh look and improved functionality.” The new platform is aimed at helping parents, students, and employees to easily access information in a timely manner, the release says. The website (Jobs.techunzipped.com ) includes a resume builder and…
By Thabani Dube The Acting Ambassador of Sudan to Zimbabwe, Rida Osman says the Government of Zimbabwe must initiate dialogue with the United States of America to end economic sanctions and travelling restrictions. The Acting Ambassador, who is also the Deputy Head of Mission in Harare, told this journalist at a recently held press conference…
By Marlvin Ngiza Many expecting women will have the worrisome burdens lifted off their shoulders following the construction of a Maternity Ward in Ward 2 of Wiltshire in Chikomba west. The development will see expecting mothers accessing good shelter at a low cost without travelling long distances. The project is being spearheaded by Hwirisha Trust…
Eagles – 193 and 137 all out in 46.3 overs (Kudzai Maunze 40, Tapiwa Mufudza 23, Tinotenda Mutombodzi 21; Tendai Chisoro 3/15, Andre Odendaal 3/33, William Mashinge 2/35) Southern Rocks – 449 all out in 116 overs (Roy Kaia 96, Andre Odendaal 80, William Mashinge 71; Honest Ziwira 4/98, Tapiwa Mufudza 3/107, Tadiwanashe Nyangani 2/70)…
The Zimbabwe Community Health Intervention Research Behavioural Change (ZICHIRe-BC) Programme is driving a COVID-19 sensitisation drive in Harare and Mashonaland East Provinces. Speaking to this publication on 10 March 2021 when Zimbabwe had 36,341 confirmed coronaviruses (COVID-19) cases and 1,489 deaths, Mr Walter Chikanya, the Programme Director of ZiCHIRe-BC said as an essential service provider…
The Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) met with selected members of the African Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Republic of South Africa namely Uganda, Egypt, Kenya, Congo Brazzaville, Mali and Zimbabwe. The focal team was set up in September 2022 by the Dean of African Heads of Diplomatic Missions to work closely with the…
Zimbabwe and the Drylands Sustainable Landscapes – Impact Programme (DSL-IP) Southern Africa Regional Workshop is convening to find ways to respond to Southern Africa’s environmental challenges particularly desertification, land degradation, and the impacts of drought. Addressing stakeholders during the official workshop running from 22 to 26 May 2023 in Harare, Ambassador Raphael Tayerera Faranisi, the…
By Michael Mashiri A local woman has dragged to court a man whom she claimed was her ‘husband’ for abusing her and locking her outside her matrimonial home. Talent Makumba took to the Harare Civil Court Edison Mahachi whom she accused of abusing her in various ways. Mukumba said she was still married to Mahachi,…
By Lovemore Chazingwa in Kadoma Humble and socio-economic sensitive life philosophy has led a Kadoma based businessman, Filmon Ncube, to embrace and practically implement the Zimshop concept for the sole benefit of citizens, especially civil servants, it has emerged. The Rimuka based businessman operates a retail shop, Confil Groceries within the confines of a small…
Rangers – 243 and 241 all out in 83.5 overs (Marshal Takodza 60, Davis Murwendo 46, Tanunurwa Makoni 45; Steve Chimhamhiwa 3/53, Luke Jongwe 2/20, Ernest Masuku 2/26) Tuskers – 292 and 123-3 in 14.3 overs (Brian Chari 51, Milton Shumba 30*, Nkosana Mpofu 27; Manson Chikowero 2/15, Davis Murwendo 1/36) Match drawn Marshal…
Hon Stars Mathe-Thebe, the Member of the National Assembly for Nkayi South Constituency in Zimbabwe has expressed confidence in the power of the Pan African Parliament (PAP) to deliver on its mandate. She revealed this to Spiked Online Media on the sidelines of the ongoing First Session of the Sixth Parliament of the PAP. “We…
The outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) has forced many countries, including Zimbabwe, to impose 21 to 30-day restrictive lockdown periods – some even longer, where the epidemic has been more widespread. The lockdowns are designed to protect citizens from the spread of the deadly and infectious disease by restricting contact among people. In Zimbabwe, the…
The Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in Zimbabwe (SAAPA ZW) is deeply concerned about the video circulating on social media showing minors consuming alcohol in the streets of Harare on Christmas day. “This is a grave violation of the Liquor Act [Chapter 14:12], which regulates the trade in liquor in the country. We are appalled…
By Farai Chirimumimba The demographic of the electorate is changing with a new shift towards new modes of information outreach centred on social media, which has rapidly grown to prominence as a platform for political activism in its diverse forms. Social media platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, Instagram and Whatsapp are providing innovative…
More than 400 women have signed up to Africa’s first online platform for female agripreneurs, launched today at a trade fair in Nairobi. The VALUE4HERConnect network will help bring women entrepreneurs in agriculture together in a virtual community and serve as an important business resource for members. The network, which was launched at AWAN-Afrika’s first continental conference and VALUE4HER…
By Anyway Yotamu. SADC member states have been urged to come up with legislation on disaster preparedness and strengthen warning systems to reduce the loss of lives. The just ended three-day SADC regional dialogue on rethinking disaster preparedness and climate change held in Mutare, saw participants from Mozambique, Malawi and Zimbabwe discussing how communities can…
Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi formally launched the 5th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour which will be held from 15-20 May in South Africa to help find solutions towards the elimination of child labour. “The time is therefore opportune for the global community to converge on African soil to find solutions…
Yesterday, during the opening of the 6th World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) campaign for Africa in Cameroon, AU-IBAR’s Director Dr. Huyam Salih highlighted the urgent need to address Antimicrobial Resistance (hashtag#AMR)—a growing global threat that knows no borders. Dr. Salih underscored that 60-75% of emerging human pathogens originate from animals, making the responsible use of…
AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition (AVAC) reports that the Mosaico study, a large-scale HIV vaccine efficacy study also known as HVTN 706/HPX3002, was stopped early for non-efficacy. The study took place in several countries in North and South America and Europe to test the safety and efficacy of the adenovirus26-based vaccine regimen among 3,900 cis-gender men…
Zimbabwe have named 17 players for the Kajaria Cup India Tour of Zimbabwe ODI Series 2022. The series, which forms part of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League, will see Zimbabwe and India meeting in three one-day international matches scheduled for 18, 20 and 22 August at Harare Sports Club. Regis Chakabva will…
The Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Monica Mutsvangwa has said Hopewell Chin’ono and Jacob Ngarivhume were not arrested for exposing corruption but for using their social media accounts to incite Zimbabweans to violently overthrow the Government. “Even though Hopewell Chin’ono writes about corruption he is not unique in this regard. All the Newspapers…
By Own Correspondent Design and construction company Khato Civils says the time has come for African firms to champion an Africa-led infrastructure revolution on the continent. Khato Civils chairman Simbi Phiri says it is for this reason the company is on an expansion drive to the SADC region and Africa. “To improve…
By Baboloki Semele The newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) says the organisation recognises the critical role that the youths play on the African continent and has developed programmes that focus on their empowerment. In a message of solidarity in commemoration of June 16, Ms. Nardos Bekele-Thomas noted that,…
International buyers in the country for the Sanganai Hlanganani World Tourism Expo have described Zimbabwe as a world class tourist destination that needs to correct a few issues to be on the right track. In an interview with Spiked Online Media, Stuart Forster, a journalist from the United Kingdom, singled out the Victoria Falls as…
There will be entertainment galore from 11th to 17th of October 2021 with the following being headline acts: The Good Son Pankhudi fires the woman from her job. Later, the woman comes back to Sanjeevni Sadan and applies ‘haldi’ on Pankhudi during her ‘haldi ceremony’. Vedant gets worried when he sees the woman unconscious in…
