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Facebook’s Connectivity Investments to grow Africa’s Economy by $57 Billion in the Next Five Years

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago08 mins

According to The Economist Intelligence Unit – Inclusive Internet Index 2020, over 800 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa are unconnected to the internet Today Facebook (www.Facebook.com) released findings from The Impact of Facebook’s Connectivity Initiatives in Sub-Saharan Africa (https://bit.ly/2ORXiwd), a study conducted by Analysys Mason that highlights how Facebook investments in infrastructure and connectivity across the region…

Nyimpini Mabunda Appointed CEO for General Electric in Southern Africa

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago04 mins

In this role, Nyimpini will lead GE’s growth in the region and drive alignment across its Power, Healthcare, Aviation and Renewable Energy businesses Nyimpini will lead GE’s (www.GE.com) growth in the region and drive alignment across its Power, Healthcare, Aviation and Renewable Energy businesses; An accomplished business leaderwith a career spanning 23 years. General Electric…

Chin’ono, Ngarivhume arrested over anti-government protests

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago04 mins

By Kumbirai Mafunda Zimbabwean police on Monday 20 July 2020 arrested journalist Hopewell Chin’ono and opposition Transform Zimbabwe party leader Jacob Ngarivhume for allegedly inciting people to revolt against President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration during some planned anti-government protests called for at the end of the month. Chin’ono was arrested by some armed Zimbabwe Republic Police…

To what extent should African agriculture continue to be extension-driven?

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago09 mins

By Charles Dhewa In much of Africa there is an age-old assumption that agriculture has to be driven by extension. This is visible in how much of the support from governments and development agencies tend to focus mainly on production while neglecting other value chain nodes such as logistics and markets. More importantly, agriculture has…

Chinyambera: The Enduring Traditional Dance in Bikita

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago09 mins

By Nimrod Ushe (Arts and Culture Correspondent) Peresu Chikono is one of the prominent Zimbabwean traditional dancers of his time. Born in 1938, at Chikuku in Bikita, he stood as one of the Chinyambera traditional dance shining stars. The traditional dance guru has performed his exuberant dances overseas, at a regional level and locally at…

Sanyati Information Centre launched to give communities access to ICTs

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago08 mins

Community Information Centres are key infrastructure that enables local communities to have access to Information Communication Technology (ICT) services, Minister Jenfan Muswere told delegates at the launch of the Sanyati Community Information Centre today. The launch comes as the Government has identified ICTs as one of the pillars and cornerstones for economic development. “The Government…

What’s The Biggest Data Threat For Businesses? (It’s Not What You Think)

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago012 mins

By Bernard Marr The enormous amount of data being generated every day is changing our world, and has given rise to a term most of us are now familiar with: big data. The sheer volume of data available is just one of the many challenges in working with big data. But perhaps the biggest data threat…

COVID-19: New report examines how to prevent future pandemics

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago08 mins

UN Environment Programme Ebola, SARS, Zika, HIV/AIDS, West Nile fever and now COVID-19. These are some of the highest-profile diseases to emerge in the last several decades. And while they emerged in different parts of the world, they have one thing in common. They are what scientists call “zoonotic diseases,” infections that jump between animals…

COVID-19: Africa Medical Supplies Platform experiences surge in the use by AU member states

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago07 mins

Supply chain platform secures lifesaving COVID-19 treatment for 1 million Africans Expands to include African hospitals and Caribbean Community countries Following a successful launch of the Africa Medical Supplies Platform by the Chairperson of the African Union, His Excellency, the President of the Republic of South Africa, Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa on the 18th of June…

Moody’s Affirms Afreximbank’s Credit Rating at Baa1

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Africa’s foremost multilateral trade finance institution, announces that the global credit ratings agency Moody’s, on 14 July affirmed the Bank’s long-term credit rating at Baa1, with a stable outlook. The agency determines its rating for supranationals based on three criteria: capital adequacy, liquidity, and funding and strength of member support. Moody’s notes…

Religious Leaders Speak Out Against South Korea’s Scapegoating of Church after Members Test Positive for COVID-19

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago04 mins

Religious leaders and NGOs in association with the United Nations around the globe have raised their voices on the need to correct inappropriate persecution and human rights violations against a South Korea religious group, Shincheonji Church of Jesus. From Southern Africa, fourteen (14) religious leaders from the Christian, Islam, Hindu, the Church of Scientology, Hare…

The Mid-Term Fiscal and Economic Review Statement Analysis

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago010 mins

By Dr. Tapiwa Mashakada The government presented its mid-year economic and budget review on Thursday 16 July 2020 against high expectations from a nation on its edge. Because of the economic hardships, Zimbabweans were expecting some good news to make them at least smile. I was in Parliament listening very attentively. My take is that…

ECOZI, ECIS, ZNCWC welcome decision to defer the opening of schools

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago05 mins

The Education Coalition Of Zimbabwe (ECOZI, Every Child In School – ECIS and the Zimbabwe National Council for the Welfare of Children (ZNCWC) are in support of and commend the cabinet decision to defer the reopening of schools for examination classes scheduled for July 28 in light of the rising number of confirmed Covid-19 infections. The…

Qiniso Van Damme is M-Net’s first Bachelorette

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago06 mins

Potential beaus, queue up quickly to join her once-in-a-lifetime quest for love! She was the first to step out of the limousine, onto the red carpet, and into the mansion in The Bachelor SA Season 2. She was the first to wow the #BachelorNation with her larger-than-life, what-you-see-is-what-you-get personality and big smile; and the first to kiss…

5 Benefits Of Securing Your Family’s Future

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago09 mins

Life is unpredictable. And the best strategy to overcome irrepressible situations is to plan for a financially secure life. Financial security means having resources to support your standard of living today and in the unforeseeable future. But, your future is no different from your family’s. Your financial goals will secure their future too. Do you…

ZTA commends tourism recovery efforts in the midst of COVID-19

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago05 mins

The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has commended the Ministries of Health and Child Care; Local Government; Finance and Economic Development; Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry; the Tourism Business Council of Zimbabwe as well as Government at large for their efforts and commitment towards the recovery of the Tourism Industry. The authority reminded operators in…

Government to regularise informal settlements: Minister Garwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago04 mins

By Anyway Yotamu With the current housing backlog standing at nearly 2, 5 million people on the waiting list, Government is redesigning all informal housing settlements in urban and peri-urban areas in a move meant to sanctify the illegal structures and give ownership to the occupiers. Informal housing settlements do not have water reticulation systems…

Vaccinations drop due to COVID-19 outbreak: WHO and UNICEF

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago03 mins

By Anyway Yotamu The levels of childhood immunizations against dangerous diseases such as measles, tetanus, and diphtheria have dropped alarmingly during the COVID-19 pandemic, putting millions of children at risk, United Nations agencies said on Wednesday the 15th of July 2020. “The avoidable suffering and death caused by children missing out on routine immunisations could…

N85m Grand Prize for BBNaija Season 5 Winner

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago04 mins

Season five of the ever-popular Big Brother Naija reality show launches on DStv this weekend, likely to get a big welcome from Zimbabwean viewers keen on 24/7 intrigue from this year’s housemates. According to Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, this year’s show will feature a BBN house packed with 21housemates…

M-Net gets set for its first local Bachelorette!

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago03 mins

Who will be South Africa’s rose like no other? Fans of DStv’s The Bachelor South Africa are about to get a double dose of action when a leading lady takes centre stage in the spin-off series The Bachelorette South Africa. Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said the new show was already in…

More Zimbabwean Women Become Undertakers

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago05 mins

By Edward Major Kuyipa The profession of undertakers and morticians used to be the preserve of men with the courage and capability to deal with all kinds of deaths. After all, the ultimate customer of the undertaker is the corpse. And that customer may be a victim of a horrendous accident or may be in…

A reality check as Mthuli presents his mid-term budget review

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago07 mins

By Anyway Yotamu Under-pressure Finance and Economic Development Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube has a balancing act to play when he presents his mid-term budget review today as the economy continues to deteriorate. The Zimbabwean economy that has been on a free fall since the 2018 general elections is now on its knees if not in…

Top 5 Cannabis Strains for the Treatment of Chronic Pain

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago010 mins

Humans have been using cannabis for medicinal purposes for at least 2500 years. Our methods have become a lot more sophisticated in that time. Nowadays, there are different types of cannabis that treat different kinds of ailments. The best strain for your needs depends on the nature of your health issue. While all cannabis strains…

The Biggest Robot Companies And Their Most Scary Inventions

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago014 mins

By Bernard Marr Robots – some of us love them, some of us worry they are going to take our jobs, and some of us are worried they are going to take over the world. Because of increasingly sophisticated manufacturing processes, and increasingly powerful AI, robots – humanoid or otherwise – are becoming more capable, useful,…

Novartis launches a portfolio of medicines for symptomatic treatment of COVID-19

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago07 mins

Portfolio will be sold at zero-profit to governments in up to 791 eligible countries during the pandemic and until a vaccine or curative treatment is available Portfolio of 15 generic and over-the-counter (OTC) medicines from Sandoz division addresses urgent unmet needs of low- and lower-middle-income countries to treat patients with COVID-19 symptoms; Portfolio will be…

Pembi Bridge commissioned in Mvurwi

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

By Staff Reporter Vice President Kembo Mohadi officially commissioned Pembi River Bridge worth US$1.8 million close to Mvurwi town in Mashonaland Central. In a speech read on his behalf by the Vice President, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, said the government will continue to prioritise the allocation of resources for infrastructure development to improve the quality of lives…

Turkey pledges to promote democracy and fight terrorism

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago027 mins

His Excellency, Mr. Hakan Kivanc, the Ambassador of Turkey to Zimbabwe has reiterated his country’s commitment to fighting terrorism and promoting democracy worldwide. The Ambassador made the remarks on the occasion of the 15 July Feto Coup Attempt Briefing Meeting today Wednesday 15 July 2020 at the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Harare. “For us,…

Mandela Mile Asks World To Step Up! With Virtual Party Honoring Nelson Mandela #forKofi

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago07 mins

With the world on lockdown, Mandela Mile unites global leaders and Afro Nation artists for music and conversation with 3D audio technology Mandela Mile (https://MandelaMile.global/), the annual commemoration and global leadership challenge, will cap off international Mandela Day festivities with an online party on Sunday, 19 July 2020 from Midnight until 2:00 AM in Johannesburg, South…

TelOne Network Operations Centre to improve business efficiency

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago06 mins

The TelOne National Operations Centre officially launched in Harare today by the Minister of ICTs, Postal and Courier Services, Hon. Dr. Jenfan Muswere will ensure that service delivery to end-users becomes more efficient while businesses and individuals can now work with less disruption for guaranteed business into the future. Dr. Muswere made the remarks while…

Overcoming The Biggest Barriers To Cloud Computing?

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago015 mins

By Bernard Marr During the current coronavirus pandemic, cloud computing is playing an increasingly prominent part in many of our lives. From how we stay entertained, to socialising with friends and doing business, it’s fair to say that when things eventually return to normal many people will have a far greater appreciation of cloud and…

4 Ways CBD Can Help People With Heart Disease

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago09 mins

The development of medical science and research has brought about new ways of treating diseases. In this scenario, the medical community and even the law are catching up with the regulated, medical use of the herb cannabis. Although infamous for its usage as a drug, marijuana is swiftly making its way into clinics and on…

Twelve African leaders selected for Facebook Community Accelerator Programme

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago09 mins

Awarding up to $3 million, selected community leaders will receive up to $30,000 in funding As part of its focus in bringing people together and building communities, Facebook (www.Facebook.com) today announced the 12 African community leaders who have been selected to join Facebook’s Community Accelerator (https://bit.ly/2Wj59Hp), a six-month programme that aims to equip communities with the training,…

COVID-19: Masiyiwa steps up campaign for use of face masks

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

Businessman and philanthropist Strive Masiyiwa has urged people to wear masks in the fight to combat the spread of the deadly coronavirus. The AU Special Envoy for COVID-19 wrote: By now it should be clear to everybody that the most powerful tool to fight CoronaVirus infection is the humble Mask! We have to wear Masks…

Bogus well-wishers flood State House: Government

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

By Anyway Yotamu The Government has warned bogus organisations using COVID-19 and Cyclone Idai donations as publicity stunts to evade paying duty and an opportunity to be recognized by the President. Some companies are allegedly using COVID-19 and Cyclone Idai donations to avoid paying duty. This came to light on Monday 13 July 2020 in…

Glytime Foods penetrates the regional market

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago05 mins

By Anyway Yotamu Glytime Foods has made it into the regional markets despite financial challenges faced by the business community in the country, by securing a contract to supply its products into neighboring Zambia. The company specialises in the manufacturing of honey and healthy cereals. Speaking during a media tour organised by ZimTrade in Harare…

WWE The Horror Show at Extreme Rules

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago07 mins

SuperSport viewers on DStv can look forward to another pay-per-view special from the WWE, with WWE The Horror Show at Extreme Rules live from the company’s Performance Center in Orlando, Florida on the morning of Monday 20 July 2020. SuperSport is your home of sport and the best place to see all the action from around the world as #LiveSportReturns. The…

PAP focuses on transparency and accountability during COVID-19

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago010 mins

The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) joined other organs and institutions of the African Union (AU) for the virtual commemoration of the 4th African Anti-Corruption Day slated for 11 July 2020. In this regard, the legislative arm of the AU held a deferred webinar on 13 July 2020 under the theme: ‘Sustaining the fight against corruption in Africa in…

7 Amazing Everyday Examples Of Nanotechnology In Action

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago010 mins

By Bernard Marr Nanotechnology essentially means controlling matter on a tiny scale, at the atomic and molecular level. This sounds truly sci-fi, but can, in fact, be put to some very ordinary uses in surprisingly everyday products. In this article, we’ll explore common products that make use of nanotechnology – but first, let’s get a…

Out of Tragedy Comes Opportunity: How Can Global Health Multilateralism Seize the Moment?

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago015 mins

Julia Kaufman, Alexander Winch, Shu-Shu Tekle-Haimanot, and Kalipso Chalkidou How will the pandemic affect health services and financing across Africa? How can global health multilateralism play a more effective role in securing good health for all in the face of COVID-19? And how can health aid be most effectively targeted? Last month, CGD and the Global…

Ecobank Group appoints Alain Nkontchou as Chairman

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago04 mins

Mr. Nkontchou has always utilised his wealth of experience on the Board and the Ecobank Group looks forward to his successful and strong leadership The leading pan-African banking group, Ecobank (www.Ecobank.com), is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Alain Nkontchou, a Cameroonian and Independent Non-Executive Director since 2015, as Board Chairman of its holding…

AWIEF Launches Enterprise Development for Women-Owned Ventures in Green Energy Startup Incubator

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago04 mins

The Startup Incubator programme is aimed at helping women turn their renewable and green energy enterprise idea into a product or service that customers want to buy The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) (http://www.AWIEForum.org) has launched a new initiative “Enterprise Development for Women-Owned Ventures in Green Energy” and is pleased to announce the…

African Risk Capacity appoints Jennifer Blanke into its board

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago06 mins

The African Risk Capacity Insurance Limited (ARC Ltd) has appointed Dr Jennifer Blanke to its Board of Directors. Dr Blanke was, until recently, the Vice-President for Agriculture, Human and Social Development of the African Development Bank Group, based in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, where she was responsible for overseeing the strategy, lending and programming for a…

Zee World putting safety first in COVID-19 times

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago03 mins

Zee Entertainment’s popular General Entertainment Channel Zee World ensured its viewers safety by distributing face masks at various malls across South Africa. Cloth masks have been endorsed by the governments across the globe to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and Zee World has been at the forefront of keeping its viewers safe through initiatives…

DStv’s M-Net channel creates explosive entertainment with ‘Action Tuesdays’

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago04 mins

Three hit series return to the channel with new seasons on 14 July Bad guys don’t stand a chance on M-Net’s action-packed Tuesday line-up. On Tuesday 14 July, the number one channel on DStv Premium is hitting the bull’s eye with back-to-back new seasons of three of Hollywood’s biggest procedural shows: NCIS: Los Angeles, S.W.A.T and FBI. Now in…

Screening Of Travellers Can Help Curb Spread Of COVID-19: PAZ

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

By Ronnie Chisamba The Passengers Association of Zimbabwe (PAZ) has proposed the screening of commuters at roadblocks and other checkpoints as a move that can curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tafadzwa Goliati, the association’s president, made the suggestion on behalf of the organization in a press statement that was released on various social…