Writes Catherine Murombedzi The Society for AIDS in Africa (SAA) has announced that Accra, Ghana will host the 23rd edition of the International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA) from December 3rd to 8th next year. This conference is a significant milestone, marking the 35th anniversary of SAA and bringing together global…
By Staff Reporter Multiple realisations emerged at a three-day National State Dialogue held in Harare this week under the theme ‘Landmine Free Zimbabwe by 2025’ including a better understanding of the demining process, and financing among other issues. Zimbabwe, which was the only country to be rated ‘very good’ in the global demining index was…
The facility from CEXIM marks AFC’s inaugural financing facility from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Africa Finance Corporation(“AFC” or “the Corporation”) (www.AfricAFC.org), the leading infrastructure development finance institution in Africa, announces its successful acquisition of a loan facility from the Export-Import Bank of China (“CEXIM”) of a US$200m 5-year loan and a US$100m 5-year stand-by…
PAP intensifies consultations on the impact of the pandemic in Africa The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) has reiterated that respect for human rights across the spectrum including economic, social, civil and political rights, will be critical to a successful public health response to the Covid-19 pandemic in Africa. The call was made at the occasion of…
SuperSport viewers can look forward to a feast of sporting entertainment over the next coming weeks ranging from title deciders culminating in the Currie Cup final on 24 June. With football crowning no fewer than 10 champions, including the UEFA Champions League victors (10 June), it is a moment unlike any other. In a titanic…
In recognition of the role of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) as an indispensable institution in strengthening Africa’s democratic institutions, democratic culture, good governance, transparency and the rule of law, the President of the Parliament, H. E. Senator Chief Fortune Charumbira has been invited to participate in the African Union (AU) Pre-election Assessment and Special Political Mission to the Federal Republic…
Cricket Australia (CA) and Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) have agreed to postpone the ODI series scheduled to be played in Australia in August. The boards of both cricket bodies have come to the mutual conclusion due to a combination of factors, including: the short length of the series, the significant bio-security measures that would need to…
By Baboloki Semele Calls have been made for increased effort in upscaling food and nutrition security by African Union member states in order to realise development outcomes as espoused in the AU’s Agenda 2063. Although the African region seems to have witnessed a decrease in malnutrition of its population by about 13.5%, from 35.5% in…
Africa’s creative industry represents a potent instrument that could grow the GDP of African countries and pull the continent’s youth out of poverty, Prof. Benedict Oramah, President of the African Import-Export Bank (Afreximbank), said on Friday as the two-day Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) kicked off at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2021) in Durban, South…
By Bernard Marr It’s predicted that 97 million jobs involving artificial intelligence (AI) will be created between 2022 and 2025. AI has the potential to transform every industry; however, businesses are still struggling to find employees with the skills necessary to create, train and work alongside intelligent machines. As companies have become aware of…
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) (www.TonyElumeluFoundation.org), the leading philanthropy empowering young African entrepreneurs across all 54 African countries, has opened applications for the 2022 TEF Entrepreneurship Programme on www.TEFConnect.com. African entrepreneurs with business ideas or existing businesses under 5 years, are encouraged to apply now for $5000 seed capital, mentorship, business management training and more on the…
Econet Wireless on Friday officially launched its 5G network in Victoria Falls as the listed telecommunications company expands its rollout of the super-fast data network to other cities and towns across Zimbabwe. “We are making good on our commitment to take this super-fast technology to other parts of the country as we deploy the…
By Michael Mashiri Oxfam Zimbabwe has launched a programme called Climate Adaptation for Rural Livelihoods (CARL), which is an initiative designed to end poverty in rural areas. The project endeavours to make sure that rural women increase their income and economic power in sustainable agricultural crop supply chains such as groundnuts, pea beans, cattle and…
By Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo We have so many deals, apparently, which the Government of Zimbabwe, has signed with several countries; we have been briefed of MOUs, signed on behalf of the country, that have never been disclosed to the public. One of the key roles of the State is to ensure that the public, or…
The European Union in Zimbabwe has a new Ambassador: Mr Timo Olkkonen presented his credentials to H.E. President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday at State House. Speaking after the occasion, Ambassador Olkkonen said: “I am honoured and excited to start my tour of duty as the European Union’s Head of Delegation to the Republic of Zimbabwe today….
The Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, is in Stockholm, Sweden where he is leading a Parliamentary delegation undertaking Benchmarking visits to Sweden, Latvia, and Finland from 4th to 11th March 2024. Speaker Mudenda was received at the airport by the Zimbabwean Ambassador to Sweden, Her Excellency, Ms Priscilla Misihairambwi-Mushonga. The Hon….
The Republic of the Government of Zimbabwe with funding support from COMESA has held a project launch Meeting for the Project: Upscale the Rolling-out of Energy, Water, and HFC Audits in Private Companies & Public Sector Institutions to Facilitate the Adoption of Energy Efficiency Measures & the Use of Renewable Energy Sources with funding from…
On the commemoration of International Women’s Day yesterday that ran under the theme, “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world”, ZESN called on all electoral stakeholders, the government, and traditional leadership to end the exclusion and marginalization of women and girls in governance processes in Zimbabwe. It noted that International Women’s…
By Byron Mutingwende There were wild celebrations in the capital Harare as the news that President Robert Mugabe, in power for 37 years since 1980 when the country got independent from British colonial rule had resigned. Car horns were hooting, youths gyrating in wild celebrations, Parliamentarians ululating and shops were closing doors as…
Today, Saturday 7th May, 17 cyclists begin a two-day cycle to Mutare to raise awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and rally Zimbabweans to own the 2030 Agenda and its 17 goals. The 263 kilometres cycle will end in Mutare on Sunday, with the Launch of Cycling for SDGs covering the SADC Region. The…
The sub-branch that NMB Bank opened recently in Bindura is one of a number of sub‑branches the bank intends to open in various cities and towns around the country to provide banking, advisory and support services to its customers. There has been a huge expansion in the NMB customer base. Most of these customers transact…
DStv viewers in Zimbabwe can join people around the world to enjoy highlights of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in Britain, running from Thursday, June 2 to Sunday, June 5. Celebrating Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years on the throne, the jubilee coverage starts with the military ceremony of Trooping the Colour, broadcast live on Sky News and…
By Joyce Mukucha and Patricia Mashiri The government of Zimbabwe is working tirelessly to fix the economy of the country through a number of initiatives which were presented at the post budget seminar which took place on 08 January 2018 under the theme “New Economic Order.” The Post Budget Seminar brought to light the fact…
Zimbabwe – 302-8 in 50 overs (Craig Ervine 91, Sikandar Raza 56, Sean Williams 48; Jeffrey Vandersay 3/51, Nuwan Pradeep 2/74, Chamika Karunaratne 1/24) Sri Lanka – 280-9 in 50 overs (Dasun Shanaka 102, Kamindu Mendis 57, Chamika Karunaratne 34; Tendai Chatara 3/52, Blessing Muzarabani 3/56, Wessly Madhevere 1/30) Zimbabwe won by 22 runs…
By Veritas The Protocol to the African Charter on Human and People’s Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa is commonly called the Maputo Protocol as it was adopted in Maputo, Mozambique, in July 2003. It entered into force in November 2005 after 15 of the then 53 African States had ratified it. To date out…
Dr. Anxious Masuka, the Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development has reviewed the date of the tobacco seedlings’ destruction for the 2023-24 season intending to curb the carryover of diseases and pests. “As all tobacco growers are aware, the last day of destroying all seedbeds for this season is 31 December 2023….
Visiting Nigeria and South Africa, Quincey met with business and political leaders as the company scales up investments and looks forward to continued growth on the continent The Global CEO and Chairman of The Coca-Cola Company (https://www.Coca-ColaCompany.com/), James Quincey culminated a tour of Africa last week. Accompanied by his extended leadership team, the visit was…
By Byron Mutingwende It is six o’clock in the evening at the Booster area in Mabvuku and Kumbirai (13) is wearing a skimpy dress revealing a greater proportion of her thighs. A street party is just about to kick off and music is already booming from the titanic loudspeakers. For her age, Kumbirai is…
By KPMG Zimbabwe On Thursday 25 November 2021, the National Budget was presented by the Honourable Mthuli Ncube, Minister of Finance and Economic Development under the theme of “Reinforcing Sustainable Economic Recovery and Resilience”. The budget proposals were promulgated through the 2021 Finance Act (No.7) which was gazetted on the 31st of December 2021. This…
During the day, USD 82 million worth of investment opportunities were explored by over 60 fast-growing small and medium (SMEs) enterprises Leading business leaders, policy makers and prominent development campaigners joined over 200 delegates to launch the first ever Nutrition Africa Investor Forum (httpss://www.GainHealth.org/knowledge-centre/event/nutrition-africa-investor-forum/) in Nairobi, Kenya. High-level representatives from the World Bank, European Commission, International Finance…
In a remarkable blend of advocacy and broadcasting, Ian Vambe, a 29-year-old presenter with the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation’s Classic 263 Radio, is championing the rights of persons with disabilities. Through his unique role in the media, Ian is breaking barriers and amplifying the voices of those often overlooked. Ian has been a central figure…
By Byron Mutingwende The election management body, the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC), must come up with stringent measures that deter the abuse of assisted voting, poll watchdog the Election Resource Centre (ERC) said on Wednesday. In the 2013 election, disproportionately large numbers of voters were assisted to vote. “It is imperative that effective measures are…
Rugby Africa awards the U20 Barthés Trophy 2020-2022 to Kenya Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com) announced the successful bid of Kenya Rugby to host the U20 Barthés Trophy, sponsored by Société Générale, for three consecutive years. The 2020 edition of the U20 Barthés Trophy will be held on April 19, 22 and 26 in Nairobi, Kenya. “The…
By Mutuso Dhliwayo, Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) Introduction/Background The Stockholm +50 international meeting was held from the 2nd -3rd of June 2022.[1] It was held under the theme “A healthy planet for the prosperity of all: Our responsibility, our prosperity.” The meeting was based on the three leadership dialogue themes namely reflecting on the urgent need…
Lifestyle is all about the way you live and the healthy practices you follow. If you lead a sedentary lifestyle, you must try to improve your quality of life. This is because an unhealthy lifestyle is likely to affect your mental health. Also, it makes way for certain psychological disorders like depression, anxiety, and mood…
By Kumbirai Mafunda A Zimbabwean court on Friday 14 August 2020 ordered Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) to stop the persecution of freelance journalist Hopewell Chin’ono and Transform Zimbabwe political party leader Jacob Ngarivhume and allow them access to basic rights while in detention at Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison. Through their lawyers Beatrice Mtetwa,…
By Lloyd Rabaya Three National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) staff perished in an accident between Mutare and Machipanda on Monday night after the train had a brake failure. In a statement, NRZ said investigations are still ongoing to determine the exact cause of the tragic incident. “Preliminary investigations suggest that the locomotive, which was pulling…
In an unprecedented move to annihilate Palestinians in Gaza, the Israeli military ordered Palestinians to move out of Rafah in preparation to launch its attack on Rafah – a city in southern Gaza that is the last resort for 1.4 million civilians displaced by the brutal Israeli aggression or genocide. The order follows a night…
The African Leaders for Nutrition (ALN) initiative is a platform for high-level advocacy and engagement to advance nutrition in Africa, endorsed by the Assembly of Heads of State and Governments of the African Union (AU) The African Leaders for Nutrition on Monday inaugurated Ghana’s first lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo as a Nutrition Champion, acknowledging her work…
By Byron Mutingwende Women are making great strides in trying to break the social norms, stereotypes and religious beliefs that are hindering efforts to bring about gender equality and equity. Speaking during the commemoration of International Women’s Day held at the National Art Gallery in Harare on 8 March 2018, Isabella Matambanadzo, a…
People who are living with HIV have praised the Community ART Groups strategy which aims to overcome patient barriers to accessing treatment and to decrease healthcare workers’ workload by encouraging members of the same community to take turns to collect refills for all group members from the health facility. Speaking to Spiked Online Media, patients…
Learning from their parents’ work experiences is often a valuable means by which people can shape and enhance their own working lives. This is the belief and experience of Louisa Kajama, a customer services representative in MultiChoice Zimbabwe’s customer value management department, whose role focuses on customer retention through educating and informing customers about the DStv products and services on offer and assisting them to have the best possible viewing experiences….
By Staff Reporter Following the immediate shutting down of borders by the Zimbabwean government for 30 days as Covid-19 cases surge, the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will be deploying helicopters to hover above the Limpopo River to curb corrupt and illegal activities that are taking place at the scene. This is according to…
By Elvis Dumba The Municipality of Chinhoyi Public Relations Manager and Spokesperson Tichaona Mlauzi has assured residents and stakeholders in the town that their drinking water is safe for consumption with the local authority making monthly tests on the quality of their water. Mlauzi remarks follow viral news that circulated in some sections of the…
The Andrease Mathibela-led Executive that also claims the legitimacy of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) has expressed reservations regarding the participation of Cde Douglas Mahiya, the ZANU (PF) Secretary for Veterans, Ex-political Prisoners, Detainees, and Restrictees in the announced elective congress to be held later this year. The Secretary-General of the Mathibela-led…
