Millions of African farmers still face legal restrictions on water access, dating back to colonial times, according to a study released this week. Researchers with the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and Pegasys Institute reveal the obstacles that smallholders face, including potential legal penalties, due to laws that originated and led to “water grabbing” in…
By Clemence Muchedzi The Zimbabwe Youth Charity Association – an organization that deals with humanitarian and social development is calling for affirmative action among youths to uplift the living standards of orphans in the country. President of the organization Elliard Kupfuma said it’s their desire to surpass the activities and donations they have done so…
By Charles Dhewa Besides the loss of autonomy and exposure to external shocks, countries that are obsessed with foreign currency tend to marginalize the majority of citizens from participating in socio-economic development. Ideally, development should be seen in the well-being of local people. It is through investment in data collection and analyses that policymakers can…
The British Council, a longstanding partner of the Harare International Festival of the Arts (HIFA), has once again teamed up with the festival to showcase the best of British and local talent by bringing four acts to the HIFA stage. This year’s line up at HIFA includes a hip-hop dance performance by Bird Gang Dance…
The Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC) noted a general improvement in generation in the 3rd quarter of 2021, after having sent out a total of 2,203GWh, thereby surpassing its target by 7.69%. In a statement attributable to ZPC 3rd quarter report, Kariba Power Station contributed 64% of the total energy production in the period under review,…
By Byron Mutingwende The United Nations in Zimbabwe has said growing the economy is critical in order to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Bishow Parajuli, the UN Resident Coordinator for Zimbabwe said while the role of development assistance is critical and necessary, it is not sufficient for the achievement of the SDGs….
The business launch of Old Mutual Funeral Services is a highlight of the company’s commitment to offering exceptional and unique services to its customers, Mr. Samuel Matsekete, the Group’s Chief Executive Officer has said. At the business official launch at the Mutual Gardens in Harare on Thursday 4 August 2022, Mr. Matsekete appraised delegates…
By Joyce Mukucha In an effort aimed at combating the spread of the COVID-19 virus and at the same time striving to raise global awareness about the high importance of wetlands for people and the planet, the Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry is set to commemorate the World Wetlands Day (WWD) online….
The Common Market for East and Southern Africa (COMESA) is implementing 5 Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) pilot projects in the Kingdom of Eswatini, Madagascar, Seychelles, Uganda, and Zimbabwe with funding from the European Union (EU) under the Intra-ACP (Organisation of Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific Group of States) and the Global Climate Change Alliance Plus (GCCA+)…
By WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti World Mental Health Day, on 10 October, is an opportunity to draw attention to an often-overlooked and neglected aspect of our well-being. Almost two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are experiencing isolation, anxiety or depression. World Mental Health Day is a chance to reflect…
By Nhau Mangirazi HURUNGWE – Christians have been challenged to fight gender-based violence (GBV), and drug and substance abuse that is ‘diabolical’ and against uniting families, and communities. United Apostolic Faith Church Archbishop Busani Sibanda made the remarks during a women’s conference at Kasimure business centre, Hurungwe East at the weekend. Sibanda said gender-based violence…
Spiked Online Media’s Health Correspondent, Catherine Mwauyakufa Murombedzi was the outstanding HIV reporter under the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) following a series of articles published on the website that spotlights efforts by the organisation in pursuit of ending AIDS by 2030. Murombedzi’s award comes hard on the heels of yet another huge accolade won by…
The Pan African Parliament (PAP)’s Permanent Committee on Education, Culture, Tourism, and Human Resources has promised to work on promoting African food and eradicating visas for sports teams travelling within the continent. This emerged today during a session chaired by Hon Senator Chief Fortune Z. Charumbira, the President of the PAP that was held under…
This year, to tackle the current threats to life and stability from wars and conflicts, HWPL’s 9th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of World Peace was held online on May 25th, 2022. With participants as representatives from politics, religion, academia, media, and civil society, the event with the theme of “Institutionalizing Peace: Realizing the Collective…
The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) – known as Bretton Woods institutions, have been urged to finance Southern Africa’s effort to build resilience to climate change, promote sustainable development, and reduce poverty. The Briton Woods institutions were established after World War II to promote global economic stability and development. Southern Africa Region…
One of the country’s largest multi-category food companies, National Foods, hosted a welcome dinner for Zimbabwe Gems in Harare in partnership with other corporates. The ‘Gems’ arrived on Wednesday from a fine run in the Women’s Netball World Cup in Liverpool where they finished eighth in their inaugural contest. The team will only break for…
By Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services Senator Monica Mutsvangwa has officially opened Zimpapers-run Platinum FM Radio Station in Chinhoyi that covers Mashonaland West Province. Platinum FM rebranded from Nyami Nyami FM, which used to broadcast from Kariba. She said the opening of Platinum FM is a result of the…
By ERC Information department The 2018 Zimbabwe Harmonised Election results have been plagued with gross inconsistencies and irregularities to the extent that they have shaken the core foundations pillaring the credibility of the electoral process. Credibility and verifiability are constitutionally at the core of the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission’s (ZEC) function, and the Commission was obligated…
The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has joined forces with 11 other international organisations to assist developing countries to build resilience against the impact of natural disasters caused by extreme weather. Following a series of deadly weather events that have caused widespread destruction, especially in Africa, the institutions came together at the COP 25 climate change…
By Loreen Alutah Chari To many, running is just but a sport. For some of us, it is another way of celebrating life, staying healthy, and keeping the doctor away. Through determination, hard work, consistency, and passion, it is quite easy to cover long distances by running, of which the same qualities can bring success…
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) today launched its first ever Global Annual Appeal for 2024, calling for USD 7.9 billion to support its operations and help create a system that realizes migration’s promise as a force for good throughout the world. The IOM Global Appeal seeks funding to save lives and protect people on the move, drive…
By Ömer Bilge – LEFKOŞA A Greek Cypriot newspaper published new documents about the violent years that led to the division of the Mediterranean island some five decades ago, including an instruction on Greek Cypriot security forces ordering that “10 Turks shall be killed for each Hellen.” Daily Politis’ article series titled “Cyprus: Crimes that…
Arts Correspondent Kadoma and Chegutu fans are in for another sungura fete as Simon Mutambi and First Farai descend on their environs this weekend at MacSherp Shopping Complex and Mesina Bar in juggling order. The trio plays at MacSherp Complex Friday night, takes their act to Mesina Bar on Saturday, and is back in Kadoma…
U.S. security concerns about 5G mobile networks built by Chinese telecoms giant Huawei appear to be driven by politics and trade rather than any evidence, the head of the U.N. internet and telecoms agency said on Friday. Houlin Zhao, secretary-general of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), told reporters in Geneva that security of 5G networks…
By Kumbirai Mafunda Mbare Magistrate Stanford Mambanje on Tuesday 22 October 2019 granted bail to three pro-democracy campaigners who were arrested early in the week and charged with disorderly conduct for allegedly staging a protest outside Harare Magistrates Court. Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officers on Monday 21 October 2019 arrested Denford Ngadziore , a Councillor…
By Winnie Byanyima GENEVA, Sep 15 2022 (IPS) – Next week, taking place alongside the UN General Assembly, President Biden hosts a financing summit in New York of such importance that it will determine if millions of people live, will shape the world around us for years to come and will set the future direction of global…
By Byron Mutingwende Four Zimbabweans have been conferred with the Giraffe Heroes Award for outstanding work in promoting socio and economic rights in the country. The recipients are Tineyi Mukwewa of Abammeli Lawyers for Human Rights ,Youth Advocacy for Enlightenment and Progressive Orientation (YAVEPO) Director Zacharia Shawatu, Chiadzwa Community Development Trust(CCDT) founder Malvern Mudiwa and…
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…
By Wambui Gichuri Wambui Gichuri is the Acting Vice President, Agriculture, Human and Social Development and Director, Water Development and Sanitation at the African Development Bank (https://www.AfDB.org/)As the prevalence of COVID-19 accelerates across Africa, over 40% of the population in Sub-Saharan Africa do not have access to clean water and are unable to heed the…
By Patricia Mashiri The Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality industry continues with Consultative Conferences for Tourism Sector Strategy on how to improve the sector in Zimbabwe as a global economic game changer. Speaking at a stakeholder consultative meeting in Chinhoyi, Webster Shamu, the Minister of State for Mashonaland West Provincial Affairs said tourism…
To demonstrate their commitment to addressing food and nutrition insecurity, African Union member states and other key stakeholders are in Lusaka for the 14th Africa Day on Food and Nutrition Security (ADFNS) and the 19th Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme Partnership Platform (CAADP PP). In her keynote speech while officially opening the meeting today, Mrs….
The government says its project implementation under the 100-day cycle programme is expected to move the country forward as it aspires to attain Vision 2030 for the benefit of the citizens. For that reason, a senior government official said it is a collective responsibility to ensure the best use of available resources for the betterment…
The government has intensified measure to combat COVID-19. This emerged as Cabinet considered and approved a report on the country’s preparedness and response to the Corona Virus Outbreak (COVID-19), which was presented by Honourable Vice President Mohadi, as Chairman of the Inter-Ministerial Task Force on the COVID-19 Outbreak. Cabinet commended the general public for positively…
Mountaineers – 143-6 in 19 overs (Tony Munyonga 49, Spencer Magodo 28, Shingi Masakadza 22; Neville Madziva 3/29, Chris Mpofu 2/26, Brandon Mavuta 1/33) Rhinos – 141-9 in 19 overs (Nyasha Mayavo 39, Takudzwanashe Kaitano 35, Neville Madziva 15; Victor Nyauchi 3/18, John Masara 2/21, Tony Munyonga 1/8) Mountaineers won by two runs …
BancABC Zimbabwe, the local banking subsidiary of Pan African group, Atlas Mara returned to top performance after reporting a strong set of results for the 2019 Financial year. The results move the Bank into Top 2 of the best performing banks in the country based on financials released by banks so far. The banking sector…
By Elvis Dumba Banket – Former Minister of Mines and Mining Development Walter Chidakwa was at Banket Magistrate Courts over a stock theft case. Chidakwa (47) was a complainant in a case where his Australian-based brother Augustine Chihuri (49) lost ten cattle on different occasions to his farm manager at his Nyabira Farm. John Issa…
By Philip Mataranyika The month of March marks a very special landmark for the Nyaradzo Group as we celebrate 20 years of service after opening our doors to the public on the 1st of March 2001. At the time of launch, we were a no-name brand, a company with an indigenous sounding name when all…
Writes Chimeno Azriel Rainbow Tourism Group has embarked on fighting climate change in the country and it recently partnered with the Forestry Commission and Environmental Management Agency to launch the tree planting ceremony. The ceremony was held at Sir John Kennedy Primary School in Kadoma and was attended by school heads, teachers from primary and…
Climate change could have more of a negative impact on low-latitude countries than on high-altitude countries, further widening the gap between the fortunes of wheat farmers in developed countries and wheat farmers in developing countries, according to research from China published Aug. 19 in the journal One Earth. The researchers developed a climate-wheat-economic ensemble modeling approach in which…
By Tatenda Mujeyi To facilitate efficient business and cut on bureaucracy, the Office of the President and Cabinet in partnership with The World Bank launched 2020 Ease of Doing Business Reform program in Harare today. The program is part of Government’s broad goals of facilitating the ‘open for business mantra’ and improving the way of…
On World Elephant Day this year, on August 12th, Holly Budge, founder and leader of international non-profit, How Many Elephants, was among the impressive line-up of speakers at the global online event – ‘Elephants – from conflict to coexistence.’ Hosted by the China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation (CBCGDF), over 20 speakers spanning four…
On the 3rd of July 2024, during the session on the presentation of Country Reports, the Parliament of Zimbabwe presented its progress report on the Resolutions from the 54th SADC Parliamentary Forum Plenary Assembly Session held in Port Louis, Mauritius, from 22nd to 26th November 2023. The report reaffirmed Zimbabwe’s commitment to regional integration, climate…
By Chimeno Azriel The Kadoma Interdenominational Gospel Group has begun the Nation Gospel Musical Tour as they try to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ through music. The Kadoma-based gospel ensemble is riding high with their album HYMNCHO which is mainly composed of hymns and is going to tour the cities and towns starting with…
Community Water Alliance notes with concern the manner in which City of Harare is implementing its water rationing scheme. Whilst the dwindling water levels in dams particularly Lake Chivero has been the basis for rationing water in Harare, there are procedural issues and legal framework that City of Harare should comply with. We understand that…
Community Water Alliance as a partner of Oxfam has prepositioned Non-Food Items within affected suburbs in Harare. Non-Food Items will help in improving household hygiene in Kuwadzana, Glen View, Budiriro, and Dzivarasekwa. This intervention is one component of our efforts to fight cholera in Harare. Community Water Alliance is an implementing partner of Oxfam. Oxfam…
