Zimbabwe’s financial system is still in a disarray despite the measures unpacked in the monetary policy statement of the first half of year 2019 articulated by Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor Dr Mangudya on 19 February. The economy is continuously gradually deteriorating thereby putting insurance companies’ funds and people’s savings at danger. If we are…
The Zimbabwe Association of Community Radio Stations (ZACRAS) has welcomed the appointment of a Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe Board to regulate Zimbabwe’s broadcasting sector. ZACRAS cited separate statements published in the evening of the 31st of July 2019 on the Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services official Twitter handle where the public was advised…
H.E. Dr. Monique Nsanzabaganwa, Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) held a working session with the Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), led by H.E. Chief Fortune Charumbira. The meeting took place at the seat of the Continental Parliament in Midrand, South Africa. The consultation formed part of the ongoing engagements between the…
Group Chief Executive Officer of River Properties, Professor Smelly Dube and the Chairman of the conglomerate Dr. Mncedisi Dube have been honoured and granted accolades to join the outstanding personalities for this year’s top 100 Influential Global Voices 2024. The development comes barely six months after the United Kingdom-based global institution, El-Roi London University, selected…
Writes Lloyd Rabaya Moving in line with the president’s Vision 2030 mantra of leaving no one and no place behind, Prevail Group International (PGI) has to date created 500 jobs nationwide. PGI, the company contracted to drill boreholes under the presidential borehole drilling scheme, is employing skilled and semi-skilled workers in Zimbabwe’s 10 provinces where…
By Charles Dhewa Following the success of politics in liberating African countries from colonial injustice, a mindset that has been planted in Africa is that politics has a monopoly on all solutions. Unfortunately, this has overridden people’s capacity to explore solutions outside politics. For resource-rich countries like Zimbabwe, politics has been allowed to dominate the…
By Joyce Mukucha Following the commissioning of the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT’s) Plant that is the brainchild of the Office of the President and Cabinet in Msasa, Harare, Vice President Kembo Mohadi stressed the need to embrace more digital initiatives. He emphasised that digital initiatives play a pivotal role in the easy access to…
Talented singer/songwriter and performer Jonah Chivasa makes a welcome return to the mainstream music scene with a new single simply titled Fevha (pronounced as Favour). Both the audio and the accompanying video which dropped on September 28, 2021, have so far been well received from fans as seen by the streams on YouTube now at…
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) will pay a total of $69 million to its shareholders as dividend from its 2018 earnings, according to decisions reached during the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) of the Bank which ended in Moscow yesterday. The shareholders also appointed one new member to its Board of Directors and decided…
Old Mutual, the nation’s leading financial services provider, has launched a web series to equip Zimbabweans with the basics of managing and growing their wealth. The programme, which will run online once a month, will explore key themes on how to invest your money, how to preserve your income, and how to navigate financial systems…
The United States Government has provided an additional contribution of US$2.5 million to respond to emergency needs in Zimbabwe following Cyclone Idai. The contribution, provided through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Food for Peace, will support immediate food needs in the most affected areas of Manicaland Province. USAID will work through…
In seeking to address drug and substance abuse, the Zimbabwe Civil Liberties and Drug Network (ZCLDN) is set to host dialogues across the country, bringing together various stakeholders to discuss the need for a health-focused approach to end the scourge. Speaking ahead of a community dialogue meeting to be held in Dzivarasekwa on May 25,…
By Desire Tshuma South Africa Council of Churches (SACC) has noted with deep concern the violence and destruction of property that is engulfing South Africa since Thursday 8 July last week after the imprisonment of former South African President Jacob Zuma The violence is resulting in untold suffering in many quarters of the society and…
By Megan Darby for Climate Home News The UN Security Council has identified climate change as a driver of conflict across West Africa and the Sahel, in a statement published on Tuesday. It expands on a 2017 resolution linking the dramatic shrinking of Lake Chad to the rise of Boko Haram and other armed groups in the region….
The Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (PTUZ) has taken note of the warnings issued by the Met Department and the Government’s Civil Protection Unit in relation to Cyclone Freddy, expected to hit the country today, and is warning authorities to evacuate students in risky areas. Although the cyclone has currently been downgraded to an overland…
“Ambassador Christopher Mutsvangwa says he loves ZANU (PF) more than anything else but as a fellow party member I think the Advisor to President Mnangagwa should publicly apologise if he should entertain any hopes of coming back to represent us in the House of Assembly for Norton,” said Masimba Chikukwa, a Norton resident. “The…
With the legislation passed raising the age of consent to 18 years, Zimbabwe has taken a new step in dealing with sexual abuse of children, which remains too often silent
New research examined online user experience and behaviour in the run up to the 2018 elections A new research by the nonpartisan, independent think tank Advocates for Progress reveals Zimbabwean users of social media experience harm online and lack constitutionally guaranteed protections. Pearl Matibe, the author of the policy research said, “Zimbabwean users of social…
Senior representatives of the Pan African Parliament (PAP) had a meeting with President Lazarus Chakwera of Malawi to brief and consult him in his capacity as the Chairman of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) with regard to developments at PAP in view of the African Union (AU) Permanent Representative Council (Ambassadors) and Executive Council…
By Farai Chirimumimba For President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 2019 has been a year of constant turmoil. On the economic front, he has presided over perpetual failure as he has increasingly relied on his own instincts and underperforming cabinet. In just the last few months, a massive strike by junior doctors has paralysed the health sector. Lawyer…
Mr. Ntiokam Divine, a prominent advocate of sustainable development has said the involvement of youths in such initiatives is a key ingredient in ensuring a bright future and peaceful world. He is the Executive Director of Climate Smart Agriculture Youth Network Global (GCSAYN). He told Spiked Online Media that as a demonstration of his commitment…
Writes Reginald Tapfumaneyi Baku, Azerbaijan – Zimbabwean Innovator, Simbarashe Gwenzi, who is currently attending the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan representing the country and his organization YEC Fund, shared an inspiring story of his journey. Gwenzi delivered his presentation during the sidelines of the COP29, at an event titled Youth-Driven Sustainable Cities:…
Writes Elvis Dumba Harare – Senior Zvimba South Constituency Central Committee Member, Dr. Philip Chiyangwa, has proved his business acumen by successfully heading a successful fundraising drive towards the party’s campaign activities. Dr. Chiyangwa, who heads the party’s 2023 campaign fundraising committee, has managed to fully resource the party’s campaign activities, allowing the party to…
The Zimbabwe Information Centre (ZIC) in Sydney, Australia has launched an online anti-sanctions campaign to request the Australian Government to remove – at last– its sanctions regime against Zimbabwe, as this has continued to be an impediment to an independent Zimbabwe’s trajectory to development since 1980. To sign its petition follow link https://chng.it/tm62HLSy Australia imposed…
By Clayton Masekesa NYAZURA – A Mutare-based non-governmental organization – Conscious for Development and Empowerment Trust (CODET) – has trained youths to become voter champions who will encourage young people to register to vote and participate peacefully in electoral processes. CODET trained 40 voter champions from Dangamvura/Chikanga and Mutasa South constituencies at a lodge in…
Teachers have vowed to down tools as the government threatened to fire educators who choose to exercise their constitutionally enshrined right to engage in job action. “When you set on the path of mobilising for a big action like closing all schools country wide you have to be aware of how your opponent will behave….
BY Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development “Don’t tell me what you value, show me your budget and I’ll tell you what you value.” Joe Biden Joe Biden’s remarks bears testimony to the importance of budgeting both at local and national level. The national budget is the anchor for any country’s developmental programmes, not only because…
To achieve sustainable development as the world population has reached 8 billion people, policies must prioritize the well-being of both people and the environment. These were remarks today by His Excellency Edward Kallon, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator at the belated launch of the State of World Population Report and commemoration of World Population Day…
AFC Holdings Group was strategically formed to steer the agriculture sector towards the attainment of vision 2030 goals, with a particular focus on driving food security
A brand new talent search series will be introduced on DStv in January, with Zimbabwe one of only four countries involved in this innovative reality television show. Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said the show, Old Mutual Amazing Voices, would focus on musical groups in three specific genres, sourced from…
Writes Admore Mbonda Kariba – Residents of Kariba are living in fear as baboons increasingly invade their neighborhoods, with some even making their way into the Kariba District Hospital, where they are stealing food from the wards. Residents report that baboons have become a common sight, particularly in the mornings, as they roam freely through…
By Clayton Masekesa MARANGE – From a distance, the atmosphere paints a hazy picture as hot thick air pervades the dry open land that has no life, it is a sad scenario that signifies rigorous drought. After living on one of the world’s richest diamond fields, villagers in Marange have been subjected to excessive hunger…
Zimbabwe brought home the prestigious first prize in the Moot Competition by Orate Africa held in Gaborone, Botswana, affirming the country’s position as continental pacesetters in education. Zimbabwe was represented by Heritage School and St. Geoge’s College. The students were coached by Teboho Nare and Bernadette Mazambani Chigwida. The students were accompanied by Patience Chitumba…
Writes Panashe Gwesu A 25-year-old visual artiste, Tawanda Tinashe Madhonera, a native of Dangamvura, Mutare, believes that his artistic talent is a gift from a higher power and he set his sights on a brighter future through his art. In a recent interview, he expressed his passion and dedication to his craft, where he immerses…
In light of the continued plunder of wetlands in the capital, and the imperative need to protect the water sources from further destruction, the Harare Wetlands Trust (HWT) on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 engaged the Ministry of Environment, climate Change, Tourism and International Trade to put forward submissions on wetlands protection. Senior officials from…
Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services has said COVID-19 has exposed how misinformation poses one of the greatest security threats of our time. The Minister made the remarks while officially opening the Maphisa Community Information Centre in Matebeleland South Province today. He alluded to the COVID-19 media briefing on 6…
…Malawi MPs Yeremiah Chihana, Steve Mikaya, and others from other countries also implicated The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) has uncovered a plot by some of its members led by Dr. Ashebiri Woldegiorgis Gayo to oust the current President, Chief Fortune Charumbira from his positions against rules and protocols governing PAP. In an internal memorandum written to…
Cecilia Jackson (not her real name) has been on anti-retroviral therapy (ART) since 2003 when she was diagnosed with the disease but lives a healthy lifestyle. “Despite being HIV positive, I am healthy and I feel like a teenager because of the energy I possess. The secret is that I eat a balanced diet and…
The European Union (EU) and Sweden have provided significant new funding to the multi-donor Health Development Fund (HDF) – managed by UNICEF and UNFPA. The HDF supports health system strengthening in Zimbabwe since its inception in 2011 under the Health Transition Fund. The EU has provided new funds amounting to over USD 41 million as…
Africa’s magnificent wildlife is the focus of a pop-up channel now running 24/7 for three months on DStv. The new channel is WildEarth, which has to date been broadcasting on YouTube, FaceBook and other content viewing platforms. WildEarth is available on Premium and Compact Plus packages on DStv channel 183. Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said:…
During the year 2019, DStv were spoilt with entertainment galore. There was no way one could get around to watching everything! As the leading content provider in the continent, DStv brings first-class programmes for enjoyment. So, it has rounded up some of its top award-winning or award-nominated shows of 2019 that it thinks should absolutely…
South Korean local government cancels international event with 30,000 participants from 78 countries, causing international damage On October 29th, an administrative decision by a South Korean government agency sparked international controversy, raising concerns about religious freedom and causing substantial financial loss. The “Religious Leaders Forum and Graduation Ceremony,” a joint initiative by two…
By DAVID MALPASS Since the COVID-19 outbreak, developing economies have suffered unprecedented capital outflows. To reverse these outflows and make debt and investment more productive, it is critical to embrace strong principles of debt and investment transparency. Such transparency involves many difficult steps, but today we’re taking an important one: we are disclosing new information on the…
By Joyce Mukucha The Municipality of Chitungwiza has enforced an order issued in terms of Section 32 (6) of the Regional Town and Country Planning Act (Chapter 29:12) to demolish mushrooming illegal structures, vacate the land and restore the site to its original state by the 23rd of March 2021. This follows development that is…
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is to work with California-based Eightfold.ai to help connect tourism jobseekers with employers and so drive the global recovery of the sector. The new partnership will see UNWTO harness the power of the Eightfold Talent Exchange, a marketplace connecting workers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with available jobs. Using advanced deep-learning AI, the Exchange matches…
