African legislators draft “model law” to strengthen Food Security and Nutrition in Africa

By Staff Reporter The Pan-African Parliamentary (PAP) Committee on Rural Economy, Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources recently came up with this draft model law on food security and nutrition in Africa whose main objective is  to strengthen and consolidate positions on food security and nutrition, as well as the right to adequate food. The model…

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Government embraces bio-fortification

By Owami Sithole The Government is supporting the scaling up of the fight against hidden hunger by promoting bio-fortified crops, a promising, cost-effective and sustainable technique of delivering micronutrients to a population that has limited access to diverse diets and other micronutrient interventions. Agriculture is one of the sustainable key sectors towards achieving the nation‘s…

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African Court conducts sensitisation workshops and seminars in Zimbabwe

The African Court on Human and People’s Rights (AfCHPR) is in Zimbabwe on a sensitisation mission with a view of promoting the Pan African Judicial Organ. “These visits will help raise awareness of the Court’s existence and encourage African States to ratify the Protocol establishing the Court and make the Declaration to allow individuals and…

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Cash barons fuelling EcoCash transaction costs

By Byron Mutingwende   The media has been awash with reports that mobile money platforms, particularly EcoCash, whose agents are demanding high percentages in exchange for cash-outs, are fuelling price hikes and exploiting customers.   Yesterday, The Herald newspaper ran a story titled, “Ecocash agents make a killing… demand for bond notes, coins soars” where…

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BBNaija: The Icons Up for Possible Eviction

…as Veto Power Holder, Diane, saves SirDee and replaces with JoeThe ‘Pepper Dem’ housemates took part in the first Nomination Challenge on Monday night following the new twist Biggie introduced to the season. The housemates were last week split into teams – Cruisetopia and The Icons – in which they would compete in a series of challenges with the…

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Inter-Parliament Union supports Africa’s development

By Staff Reporter The Inter-Parliament Union (IPU) President Gabriela Cuevas Barrons pledged to work closely with Africa as a token of appreciation for the support they gave her in the run-up to IPU presidential elections in 2017. Addressing the just ended 10th Conference of Speakers of African Assemblies and Senate during the ongoing  Pan-African Parliament’s…

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Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs in Zimbabwe promoting peace and unity

The President of the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs in Zimbabwe Sheik Ishmael Duwa has said his organisation is in many communities around the country to promote peace and unity so as to achieve sustainable development. Sheik Duwa revealed this while distributing sacrificial meat at Greencock Farm in Acturus today where he noted the practice…

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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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The Association of Secretaries-General of African Parliaments elects new leadership

By Staff Reporter The Association of Secretaries-General of African Parliaments (ASGAP) recently elected the new leadership during the Ordinary Session of the Permanent Committee Sittings of the Pan African Parliament Fifth Parliament in Midrand, South Africa. According to their constitution ASGAP is an institution-based and a consultative forum, established by voluntarily association under the auspices…

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Investigation into NSSA corruption should date back to the 1990s: JM Busha

Politician and eminent businessman, Mr. Joseph Makamba (JM) Busha has said investigations into corruption at the National Social Security Authority (NSSA) should date back to the 1990s and not start and end with arrested former Minister Priscah Mupfumira. “The corruption at NSSA is not new at all. The entity might have been prejudiced of billions…

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£49 million UKAID Fund for Zimbabwe’s new humanitarian and resilience programme

By Joyce Mukucha Following a United Nations appeal concerning Zimbabwe which is facing a chronic food crisis, the International Development Secretary Alok Sharma has announced a £49 million UKAID Fund which is meant to support and help malnourished children, families and communities. Without support more than 5, 5 million people will not have access to…

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Kadoma Ndizvo Trust Eyes Infrastructure Development

By Lovemore Chazingwa Empowerment focused organisation Kadoma Ndizvo Trust (KNT) aims to move to infrastructure development as a tool to empower under-privileged and marginalised communities. Delivering his keynote speech at this month’s National Clean-up Day, KNT administrator and spokesperson Floyd Chimboza emphasised the need to, not only clean in-door and out-door environments but also rehabilitate…

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Dedicate more time to issues of refugees and forced displacements: African Parliamentarians

Delegates at the just ended 10th Conference of Speakers of African Assemblies and Senates have proposed an extension to the dedication period regarding this year’s African Union theme on forced migration. The African Union theme for this year is “Finding durable solutions to forced migration to accelerate integration and development in Africa: the role of…

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Özersay: “Maybe it is about time that we make a change in our current paradigm”

Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Kudret Özersay received Turkish Minister of Defence Hulusi Akar, Chief of General Staff, Full General Yaşar Güler as well as the Commanders of the Turkish Air, Land and Naval Forces. Stating that the visit of Minister Akar, Chief of General Staff Full…

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Sustainable palm oil, mind the smallholder gap!

New research: From elites to subsistence farmers, policies must be inclusive New research reveals the significant diversity of palm oil smallholders in Indonesia and provides essential information to help better target policies around producer compliance to sustainability standards. The study: Certification, good agricultural practice and smallholder heterogeneity: Differentiated pathways for resolving compliance gaps in the Indonesian…

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Zimbabwe wants and deserves a robust opposition

MDC Alliance Raises Red Flag On Grant Under the Political Parties Finance Act

The MDC alliance has described  as “brazen act of political thuggery” the move by government to withhold the MDC grant entitled to the party under the Political Parties Finance Act while Zanu PF has already been paid their dues. The party reported that the past one week has seen top MDC officials being sent from…

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Hotel Association Of Zimbabwe readies for Sanganai/Hlanganani World Travel Expo

The Hospitality Association of Zimbabwe is readying for the 12th edition of Sanganai/Hlanganani scheduled for September 12 to 14 at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair Grounds in Bulawayo. In an interview, HAZ president Mr Innocent Manyera, said the region was now geared up for Africa’s premier business exchange. “I would say the region and other…

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The late Stephen Chifunyise to get state assisted funeral

President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the government of the Republic of Zimbabwe have honoured the late Stephen Chifunyise with a state assisted funeral in recognition of the eminence of his contribution to so many facets of Zimbabwean nationhood, family representatitive Dennis Chifunyise has said. The late Stephen Chifunyise made huge contributions as a senior civil servant,…

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ZCTU Critique Of The 2019 Mid-Term Fiscal Policy Review and Supplementary Budget Statement

 Introduction The mid-term fiscal policy review and supplementary budget statement was unveiled by the Minister of Finance and Economic Development on 1 August. The country is facing its worst crisis in 10 years with serious shortages of cash, water, power, fuel, wheat, maize. Economic growth slowed down from 4.7% in 2017 to an estimated 3.5%…

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Tourism sector optimistic ahead of Sanganai Hlanganani World Travel

The Tourism Business Council of Zimbabwe says it remains optimistic that this year’s edition of Sanganai Hlanganani World Travel Expo slated for September 12 to 14 will be a success despite fuel challenges. Zimbabwe’s tourism industry has been enjoying a purple patch since November last year due to the positive perception the country has had…

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Everyone needs to help achieve 2030 vision, Health Minister says

Everyone has a role to play in helping Zimbabwe achieve the vision of becoming a middle income economy by 2030, Health and Child Care Minister Obadiah Moyo said on Friday, when he toured the newly renovated Cimas Medical Laboratory in Harare.   Speaking after touring the laboratory, which has been re-equipped as well as refurbished,…

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Female tech entrepreneurs and scientists essential for economic development

Women’s under-representation in formal entrepreneurial activities has great consequences for Africa’s overall development. The dearth of female scientists and techies has left major untapped potential issues for national economies and future employability. Without access, understanding and participation, women are at greater risk of being left behind as agents of change and leaders in a rapidly…

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Billions poised for Africa’s real estate sector

The growth and opportunity displayed by a diverse spread of International funds, DFIs, Banks, PE firms, institutional investors and others is evidence that despite apparent indifference to African opportunities in SA boardrooms, the continent’s real estate sector has evolved As Central and Eastern Europe become increasingly popular for South Africa’s property sector due to subdued…

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Zimbabwe Launches Revised Humanitarian Appeal to Respond to Increased Vulnerabilities

With new evidence of increasing vulnerabilities in Zimbabwe as a result of climate and economic shocks, the Government, the United Nations and the humanitarian partners felt the urgency to revise the appeal to cover the multi-sectoral humanitarian needs of the most vulnerable communities up to April 2020. UN Resident Coordinator, Ambassador Bishow Parajuli made the…

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National Energy Policy to Yield Positive Results

The National Energy Policy ((NEP) is expected to yield positive results through advocating for initiatives that promotes generation of power from clean sources. In this regard, Riverside Power Station in Mutoko continues to operate in the way advocated by the policy. The station is generating 2,5MW power to the national grid. The project is in…

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World Elephant Day stomps onto National Geographic Wild this August on DStv

Celebrate World Elephant Day with National Geographic Wild (channel 182)on DStv  this August. They are smart. They are family-oriented. They remember forever. They have complex emotions and they look after each other. On 12 August 2019, National Geographic Wild has lined up a jumbo content block dedicated to these iconic tusked giants. Not only are they the…

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Climate Change Champion Applauds Annah Brazier’s Book on Climate Change

By Nevson Mpofu Washington Zhakata, the Director in the Department of Climate Change of the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Water, Climate and Rural Resettlement commented the launch of Annah Brazier’s book on climate change. The book titled Frequently Asked Questions about Climate Change has been taken to rural communities to educate folks there because it…

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Buy Zimbabwe urges SME to acquire knowledge for better performance

By Tatenda Mujeyi The country’s local production and consumption motivational association ,Buy Zimbabwe, has engaged SME’s in Harare on a discussion that is geared towards generating knowledge on how they can better perform. The dialogue tackled a variety of issues from certification, challenges, potential engagement areas, procurement issues, building competitive advantage among other issues geared…

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EU provides additional USD 11.15 million for humanitarian assistance in Zimbabwe

The EU has announced that it is providing an additional €10 million in funding (about USD 11.15 million) to help address growing humanitarian needs in Zimbabwe A combination of climatic shocks, exacerbated by the economic crisis, led to critical food shortages. The situation is not expected to improve until April 2020, when the next harvest…

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Nominations Cancelled and House Camps formed in the BBNaija House

If you thought Big Brother was done with his twists this season, you got it all wrong! The ‘Pepper Dem’ game just went a notch higher as Big Brother cancelled nominations this week and introduced House camps. On Monday Night, Big Brother assembled all housemates in the Arena and announced that this week’s nomination process…

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