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2022 Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme offers $5 000 grants

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago08 mins

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…

AIDS 2022 spotlights STI preventing tool, advances in technology

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago09 mins

Studies highlighted at the 24th International AIDS Conference provide insights on new and existing strategies to help end the HIV epidemic. New studies presented at AIDS 2022, the 24th International AIDS Conference, hosted by IAS – the International AIDS Society – demonstrate promising advances in the global HIV response. Speaking at a virtual press conference, authors…

Crisis Coalition shocked by ZRP inaction on the case of Memory Machaya

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago04 mins

Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition has said it is astonished by claims by the Minister of Justice, Ziyambi Ziyambi that the Zimbabwe Republic Police “is facing resistance” in investigating the case of a 14-year-old girl, Memory Machaya who died while giving birth at an Apostolic Church shrine in Marange early this month (August 2021). CiZC said…

NetOne commissions 61st base station in Matebeleland North

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago04 mins

This Saturday the 10th of April 2021, Vice President General Retired Dr. Constantino Chiwenga commissioned Nachulwe Base Station in Binga, in a development that shows the government’s commitment to avail telecommunications infrastructure to all communities across the country. Located near Siansundu center 60 km from Binga center along Binga/Kamativi road, the base station will serve…

First Capital Bank donates huge to NBSZ

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago03 mins

By Desire Tshuma Yesterday, the National Blood Services Zimbabwe (NBSZ) received a donation of Low-Cost Energy Renewable Solution equipment and USD 30 000 in cash from First Capital Bank to ease the costs of using diesel generators in the event when load shedding happens. The handover ceremony was graced by the Deputy Minister of Health…

Nigeria’s Imo State Allocates Land to Afreximbank for Quality Assurance Centre

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago05 mins

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has received the certificate of occupancy for a five-hectare plot of land granted to it by the government of Imo State of Nigeria for the development of an internationally accredited quality assurance centre in the state. Afreximbank is supporting the establishment of such internationally accredited African Quality Assurance Centres (AQACs)…

Queen Elizabeth II has died

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago014 mins

Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years. She died peacefully on Thursday afternoon at her Scottish estate, where she had spent much of the summer. The Queen came to the throne in 1952 and witnessed enormous social change. Her son King Charles III said…

Keybone Unveils Lyric Video for his single “None Like Me”

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 weeks ago02 mins

Nigerian hip-hop sensation Keybone continues to make waves with the release of his highly anticipated lyric video for “None Like Me.” Keybone is an independent Nigerian artist celebrated for his fresh approach to hip-hop, blending Afrocentric sounds with universal themes. With a string of successful releases under his belt, Keybone continues to captivate audiences with…

EU releases 18.7 million USD in humanitarian aid for Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago04 mins

The European Union has mobilised an additional 16.8 million EUR (approx. 18.7 million USD) to help address emergency food needs and support vulnerable people in Zimbabwe. The funding comes as large parts of the country and the wider region of Southern Africa are in the grip of the harshest drought in decades, which is compounded…

Public urged to be security conscious

Byron Adonis Mutingwende7 years ago04 mins

Safeguard Security has urged people to give greater thought to their security and to lock up early in the light of burglaries and robberies. In a bulletin to customers, Safeguard cited an incident last month at a house in Hoggerty Hill, in Harare, in which an intruder, who was spotted looking through an open…

More women in Zimbabwe venture into farming

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago04 mins

By Anyway Yotamu Traditionally, women in Zimbabwe did not take up any major roles in agriculture, leaving it mostly to men. But a new crop of ladies has taken up a bigger role in the sector. Women in Agriculture Union (WAU) National Coordinator Olga Nhari said the economic benefits of farming have enticed more young…

Samsung Q2 Profit Halves After Global Industry Downturn and Trade Tensions

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago07 mins

Samsung Electronics said on Friday that operating profit fell to 6.5 trillion won ($5.56 billion) in the quarter ended June, falling 56% year on year in the face of sinking DRAM prices. Samsung Electronics Co.’s quarterly profit more than halved after a global industry downturn and trade tensions hammered demand for its chips and high-end smartphones. The…

ZIMCODD solidarity statement on May Day celebrations

Byron Adonis Mutingwende6 years ago6 years ago05 mins

By ZIMCODD Information The Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) joins the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) and workers, the world over, in commemorating the International Workers’ Day! It is worrying that this year Workers’ Day is being commemorated in the midst of a deep socio-economic crisis in Zimbabwe, worsened by neo-liberal policies…

Wetlands central to sustainable development, human well-being: NECJ

Byron Adonis Mutingwende11 months ago07 mins

On World Wetlands Day (2024), the Network for Environmental and Climate Justice (NECJ) reiterated the importance of wetlands for sustainable development and their centrality to human well-being. The 2024 theme for World Wetlands Day; “Wetlands and Human Wellbeing” outlines the interconnection between wetlands, sustainable development, and human health. NECJ said it is regrettable though to…

Masawara companies come together to help the Chikomba community

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago03 mins

Companies in the Masawara Group, which is comprised of the Zimnat Insurance Group, Cresta Group of Hotels, Minerva Risk Advisors, BIC, Dandemutande and Grand Re-Insurance, have come together to “Make Life Better” for the Chikomba East community. As part of the “Simukai Development Project” which is a village initiative started by Hon Dr Sekai Nzenza…

Golden Valley FC edge CUMA Academy 2-0

Byron Adonis Mutingwende6 months ago6 months ago06 mins

Writes Chimeno Azriel Golden Valley Football Club turned in a masterful display to edge CUMA Academy 2-0 in a top-of-the-table match played in a packed Rimuka Stadium on Sunday. Two beautiful goals in the second half were enough to see Golden Valley Football Club open a 2-point lead at the summit of the Mashonaland West…

Father Flower Group of Schools Clinches Victory in National ball games Competition

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 months ago06 mins

Writes Thomas Faranando In a thrilling display of athleticism and teamwork, Father Flower Group of Schools emerged victorious in the highly anticipated National ball games competitions in Harare on Thursday. The school’s teams dominated at the National ball games finals pitting the Christ Group of Schools and Father Flower Group of schools, showcasing their exceptional…

Italy launches Samsung probe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago02 mins

By Anne Morris Italy’s competition and market authority launched an investigation into a local unit of South Korean vendor Samsung Electronics and two other companies over alleged misleading and aggressive commercial practices. In a statement, regulator AGCM explained it was looking into deals the companies offered customers seeking new mobile phones while selling their used…

Palestine’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe participates in SADC anti-sanctions commemorations

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago04 mins

The Ambassador of the state of Palestine yesterday participated in the SADC anti-sanctions commemorations in Mutoko and Harare in solidarity with Zimbabwe against illegal sanctions. Dr Tamer Almassri reiterated that the state of Palestine condemns the illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by Western colonial governments which amounts to collective punishment. Ambassador Almassri welcomed the support…

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

Byron Adonis Mutingwende7 months ago05 mins

Writes Lloyd Rabaya The International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan has applied for arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant for committing various crimes against Palestinian civilians since October 8, last year. In a statement, Khan argued that the duo has criminal responsibility for war crimes against…

2017-18 a dry season for Masvingo province

Byron Adonis Mutingwende7 years ago7 years ago04 mins

By Patricia Mashiri Masvingo province is currently experiencing a dry spell compared to the 2016-17 farming season which received high rainfall amounts that resulted in bumper harvests. High temperatures are being experienced in the province with no adequate rains to till the lands. Nomusa Madakadze, the Agritex Extension Officer for Masvingo North Ward 1, in…

Piracy threatening the arts sector

Byron Adonis Mutingwende5 years ago06 mins

With piracy on the increase and determined efforts being made throughout the arts and entertainment world to eliminate the threat to its well-being by illegal operators and operations, a focus has fallen on people and organisations in support services whose role when legitimate is positive but destructive when based on illegitimacy. The scourge of piracy…

Zimbabwe’s first ever REIT lists on ZSE

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago05 mins

Tigere Property Fund has become Zimbabwe’s first real estate investment trust (REIT) to list on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE). Finance Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube, rang the ceremonial opening bell to signify the listing of the Trust at an event on November 30th. The Trust started trading on the bourse on December 1st. The listing…

Natural Gas Exploitation Key To Solving Africa’s Deforestation, Emissions and Energy Security Issues

Byron Adonis Mutingwende2 years ago06 mins

Africa’s natural gas resources provide the continent with an opportunity to speed up the energy transition, reduce emissions and deforestation while at the same time addressing energy security Despite having 620 trillion cubic feet of natural gas reserves, Africa’s over-reliance on wood-based biomass energy remains high, resulting in an increase in land degradation, deforestation, and…

John Junior Muchingami’s maiden book gets appraisals

Byron Adonis Mutingwende1 year ago03 mins

Writes Ronnie Chisamba Harare: A young writer’s maiden book has received appraisals from established fellow artistes and academics. The book was officially launched at the National Arts Gallery’s Afrotopia Restaurant on Saturday last week. Titled Distant Dreams Of Ecstacy, the anthology was penned by John Junior Muchingami (25). It is a compilation of 53 poems…

New Study Reveals Uniqueness of Naturally Occurring Mono-dominant Forests in Congo

Byron Adonis Mutingwende8 months ago07 mins

Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park, Sangha Trinational, Republic of Congo (April 30 2024)—A recent study, published in the scientific journal “Plant Ecology and Evolution,” sheds valuable insights into forest stands of Gilbertiodendron dewevrei (G. dewevrei) in the Sangha Trinational region. Read this scientific publication HERE. G. dewevrei, known as “Bemba” or “Limbali” forest by Indigenous Peoples and Local…

Pathways to faster decarbonization with gas and renewables

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago013 mins

The power sector accounts for up to 41 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions today, with Africa contributing about 2-3%. In parallel, there are still over 580 million people on the continent who do not have access to reliable energy and the demand for electricity is expected to continue to grow as populations increase, industrialization…

ZIMBABWE HOST THE FIRST ALL AFRICA SO-KYOKUSHIN KARATE TOURNEY

Byron Adonis Mutingwende9 years ago9 years ago05 mins

By Admire Machiwenyika Zimbabwe host the first major All Africa So-Kyokushin karate tournament at the Aquatic Complex in Chitungwiza over the weekend and participants from across Africa are already in the country. The event being hosted by Zimbabwe So-Kyokushin Karate and is expected to feature karatekas from the Southern African region that is, Malawi, Swaziland,…

Madhevere blasts unbeaten 70 but Zimbabwe fail to stop Pakistan

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago07 mins

Zimbabwe – 156-6 in 50 overs (Wessly Madhevere 70*, Sean Williams 25, Elton Chigumbura 21; Haris Rauf 2/25, Wahab Riaz 2/37, Usman Qadir 1/24) Pakistan – 157-4 in 18.5 overs (Babar Azam 82, Mohammad Hafeez 36, Fakhar Zaman 19; Blessing Muzarabani 2/26, Tendai Chatara 1/25, Richard Ngarava 1/37) Pakistan won by six wickets On a…

No! to the Proposed Partial Privatisation of the People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB): ZIMCODD

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago05 mins

The Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) is calling upon the Government of Zimbabwe to reverse ongoing measures to partially privatize the People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB). The coalition argues that privatization of the POSB is not in the nation’s best interests. The People’s Own Savings Bank is the only savings bank in…

Gender Links funds SRHR project in Chitungwiza

Byron Adonis Mutingwende7 months ago06 mins

The Youth Aspire Development Trust (YADT) is working tirelessly to empower young people and promote sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) in Chitungwiza with the support of Gender Links funding. Chitungwiza has a population of over 365,000 people, with a significant portion being young people. However, like many other communities in Zimbabwe, young people in…

Africa’s insurance business rising: PWC insurance survey

Byron Adonis Mutingwende6 years ago012 mins

Africa’s insurance industry is facing more disruption than any other industry, posing challenges for some while opening up business opportunities for others The opportunities for growth in Africa’s insurance industry are huge despite recent economic and political uncertainty. The insurance industry has done well to adapt to continuous disruption, with technological advances now considered the…

Katswe Sisterhood launches sanitary bank

Byron Adonis Mutingwende7 years ago7 years ago05 mins

By Patricia Mashiri Katswe Sisterhood has launched a sanitary bank in which they will be collecting sanitary wear for the young girls and women in schools. This follows the demonstration done on 16 February that was called the #HappyFlow campaign/petition which they hope to submit to the government with the support of the Honourable Member…

It’s not yet Uhuru for Zimbabwe

Byron Adonis Mutingwende7 years ago7 years ago011 mins

By Rawlings Magede The events of the 18th of November 2017 will go down in the history of the country as memorable, yes memorable, in the sense that people from diverse political and socio-economic persuasions united for a common cause and heeded to the call by war veterans to march against former President Robert Mugabe….

International Youth Day: Young people urged to embrace innovation in food sustainability

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago3 years ago08 mins

By Veritas Transforming Food Systems: Youth Innovation For Human Planetary Health In 1999, the World Conference of Ministers Responsible For Youth recommended that the 12th of August be set aside as International Youth Day. The UN took the recommendation into consideration and, by resolution 54/120, it was endorsed by the United Nations General Assembly. The intended purpose…

EcoSure Partners With MARS to Introduce Ambulance Service

Byron Adonis Mutingwende6 years ago6 years ago03 mins

Cassava Smartech Zimbabwe’s EcoSure insurance business has unveiled a package that will offer its customers access to ambulance services from MARS. The package, which was launched today by EcoSure in partnership with MARS, will allow existing and potential EcoSure policy holders to register and get access to Ambulance services throughout Zimbabwe. Cassava Smartech Zimbabwe CEO…

Roku Shares Skyrocket Due to Impressive Streaming Numbers

Byron Adonis Mutingwende6 years ago04 mins

Roku shares soared after the company known for its streaming video devices reported impressive growth in the number of its active users and streaming hours. The company’s shares were up 25% at the market’s close on Monday to $42.18, highlighting Wall Street’s enthusiasm with Roku reporting a 40% year-over-year jump in active accounts to 27…

Ghanaian TV steals a local movie

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago03 mins

By Charlotte Mutambara A Ghanaian television channel is being accused of breaching copyright for a locally produced film which it flighted without buying screening rights. King of Kings TV broadcasted Goodman on Kwese bouquet’s channel 024 on February 25. Goodman film’s multi-award-winning director Igi Matope confirmed the breach and said he was in the process…

Tourism and peace work hand in glove: churches

Byron Adonis Mutingwende6 years ago07 mins

Tourism transcends humankind and political affiliation across the borders and it unites nations and different cultures so it is the best conduit for peace, church leaders have said. “We thank Dr Karikoga Kaseke and the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) for spearheading the Zimbabwe Peace Festival 2018. At the festival Christians united for the same purpose,…

What Your Legs Could Be Telling You About Your Heart Health

6 years ago08 mins

On her way she met a copy. The copy warned the Little Blind Text, that where it came from it would have been rewritten a thousand times and everything that was left from its origin would be the word “and” and the Little Blind Text should turn around and return to its own, safe country….

Muzarabani bounces back as Zimbabwe name side to face Pakistan

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago03 mins

Blessing Muzarabani is set to resume his international career after he was named in Zimbabwe’s squad for the limited-overs series in Pakistan. The 24-year-old fast bowler was selected for the tour after he recently ended his stint with English county side Northamptonshire. Muzarabani had played one Test, 18 one-day international (ODI) matches and six Twenty20…

Merck Foundation song “Life is Bigger” focuses on male infertility

Byron Adonis Mutingwende6 years ago09 mins

Merck Foundation launches an empowering song “Life is Bigger” to raise awareness about male infertility and to Break the Stigma around Infertility in Africa by embracing a cultural shift through art The song has been written and sung by Tom Close, a famous singer from Rwanda; Merck Foundation continues its efforts to raises awareness on…

Communicate Developments on Wetlands Remapping: EMA urged

Byron Adonis Mutingwende4 years ago4 years ago03 mins

Following the delay by the Environmental Management Agency (EMA) to formally announce progress on a new national policy to protect wetlands and ecosystems, the Manyame Conversation Trust – a conservational mouthpiece that advocates the preservation of water sources, said it supports the Government’s new policy on wetlands but at the same time is worried about…

78-year-old Raffingora man helps the sick

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago3 years ago06 mins

By Elvis Dumba Raffingora – A 78-year-old man in Raffingora has been silently making an impact on the small populous community by taking care of various sick and elderly people in the area. 78-year-old Ingram Mutandabute has taken it upon himself to assist the sick in the area and some of the patients under his…

MultiChoice introduces XtraView for DStv Business Play customers

Byron Adonis Mutingwende3 years ago03 mins

In a new development, DStv Business Play users now have access to XtraView, enabling the use of up to three decoders in establishments with the product and thereby widening access to DStv content for their own customers. Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said DStv Business Play had long been…