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Get Your Dose Of Intrigue, Romance, And Comedy This October With DStv and Showmax

Looking for outstanding entertainment this October, packed with a variety of  shows? Look no further DStv, and Showmax have got you covered. Check out these  shows with exciting new episodes that will have you coming back for more – proudly brought to you by these powerhouses of local entertainment. Tune into these local hits without delay…

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No heroism without economic empowerment for all: EEG

By Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – Real heroism should come with opportunities for economic emancipation for all Zimbabweans as this will guarantee peace and unity amongst the citizenry, the National Secretary General of The Economic Empowerment Group (EEG), Clifford Hlupeko said. Speaking to this publication on the sidelines of Hero’s Day commemorations held at Chinhoyi Provincial…

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SA Elections: WEMP driving women’s participation in democracy and peace processes

The Women’s Election Mechanism for Peace (WEMP) is an initiative that aims to increase women’s participation in democracy and peace processes. Through this initiative, 300 Peace Monitors have been trained and are actively monitoring incidents of violence and disruption. The WEMP will establish Peace Rooms in five provinces: Gauteng, Limpopo, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, and…

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ACRA receives EUR 3 million from the Skills Initiative for Africa

“This funding will help ACRA address resistance to change with regards to the implementation of environmentally sustainable natural refrigerants, support the academy in becoming a centre of excellence in Africa as well as further develop food security by maintaining the cold chain,” Mr. Grant Laidlaw, ACRA Managing Director at the project launch on 14 October…

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ZCTU raps ED government for not observing workers’ rights

By Reason Dube – Masvingo Correspondent The Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Union has castigated the present administration led by President Mnangagwa for neglecting workers’ welfare and called on the government to address the situation or face nationwide industrial action. National ZCTU member Nicholas Mazarura told a handful of workers gathered at Mucheke Stadium in Masvingo…

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Potraz report shows Econet maintaining industry leadership

– Q1 sector report puts operator at 65% customer market share   The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz)’s 2018 first quarter (Q1) sector report shows Econet Wireless maintained its customer and revenue market share lead on the back of consistent growth in the key industry performance indicators.   The sector performance report,…

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GMC Presents 2021 Digital Storytelling Awards to Outstanding Community Members

By Wallace Mawire HARARE-The Gender and Media Connect (GMC) in Zimbabwe has recently presented digital storytelling awards for 2021  to members of communities in Zimbabwe in a bid to bridge the access to information divide. Stories for the awards were submitted from Seke, Harare South, Murehwa, Chipinge and Domboshava According to GMC National Director, Abigail…

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SADC, AU seek to manage Internet traffic within its borders

By Byron Mutingwende The Southern African Development Community (SADC), with support from the African Union (AU), is seeking to establish a regional cross-border interconnection framework and the regional interconnection offer (RIO). Speaking at a validation workshop held in Harare recently, Dr. Sam Kundishora, Zimbabwe’s Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, Postal…

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Disability, Labour Migration Policies Vehicles For Inclusive Growth and Development

During the launch of the National Disability Policy and the National Labour Migration Policy in Harare yesterday, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said the documents are a vehicle for inclusive growth and development that his administration embarked on in order to attain the Vison 2030 of making Zimbabwe an upper-middle-income economy. The launch of these two policies…

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Zimbabwe needs an Independent Complaints Commission now

Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi   The recent bribery scandal involving two police officers in Mabvuku, Harare, has once again highlighted the urgent need for reform within Zimbabwe’s law enforcement agencies. This incident is emblematic of a broader pattern of misconduct that has plagued the police and military, raising serious concerns about accountability and public…

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Cleaning the environment has become a part of NetOne’s DNA

NetOne, the leading telecom company, today took a significant step towards environmental stewardship by actively participating in the National Clean-up Day in collaboration with the Ministry of ICT and Ministry of Mines and many other stakeholders. This joint initiative aimed to tackle environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices within the community. By aligning efforts with…

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Africa Day offers opportunity to leverage unity for prosperity

African leaders have said Africa Day is an opportunity for the continent to leverage opportunities brought about by independence from colonialism to drive prosperity with a focus on education in pursuit of sustainable development. Chief Fortune Zephania Charumbira, the President of the Pan African Parliament (PAP) urged parliamentarians to recommit to building a continent where knowledge…

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Government Mainstreams Youth Participation in National Processes

By Joyce Mukucha Following representation from young people and various stakeholders in quest of youth empowerment and participation, the Ministry of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation has advocated for the operationalisation of Youth Focal Desks and the appointment of youth representatives in all Government line Ministries and departments at all levels. This is meant to…

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Traffic Enforcement Officers Receive Skills to Deal with Congestion

By Joyce Mukucha   In an effort aimed at empowering and equipping traffic enforcement officers with the necessary skills to deal with traffic congestion and enforce regulations and by-laws, the government has launched the Harare Municipal Traffic Training Programme at Morris Depot. Speaking during the programme launch in Harare yesterday, the Minister of Local Government…

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All Set for Women in Business in the Education Sector Awards Ceremony

KinderCare Zimbabwe will host the inaugural Annual conference and Awards ceremony for “Women in Business in the Education Sector (Early Childhood Development)”, under the theme, “Advancing Women’s Participation in Business- change agents of a community”. This will be held at Cresta Jameson, Harare from 1 to 2 November 2018. “We are honoured to have in our…

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Impressive results under Zimbabwe UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework recorded

The 2022-2026 Zimbabwe UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (ZUNSDCF) Steering Committee and stakeholders convened jointly by the Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Dr Misheck JM Sibanda and the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Mr Edward Kallon reviewed development results in 2022 and endorsed plans for 2023. The ZUNSDCF, delivering US$524 million in various…

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Econet gives away brand new residential houses in Christmas promotion

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe has brought early Christmas cheer to eight winners of the company’s 2023 Christmas promotion, with each lucky customer receiving a brand-new residential house fully equipped with a home solar system and Econet Smart Home security.   The grand prize giveaway ceremony, held at Penrose Estate in Nyabira, about 30km north-west of Harare…

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A Milestone Achieved: Muzamhindo launches Vision 2030 Manual

Writes Tawanda Mupfunya In the realm of strategic thinking and visionary leadership, there are rare moments that stand out as transformative milestones, shaping the course of a nation’s destiny. Last night marked one such momentous occasion as Dr. Tinashe Muzamhindo unveiled his magnum opus, the much-anticipated publication titled “Vision 2030 Manual.” This literary marvel promises…

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The Strive and Tsitsi Masiyiwa Family Foundation Avails $60m for Cholera Fight

The Strive and Tsitsi Masiyiwa Family Foundation and has availed $60 million towards the cholera response in Zimbabwe. Cholera claimed more than 70 lives last year. The commitment from the Econet founders comes on the back of an initial $10 million investment by Econet Wireless Zimbabwe at the onset of the cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe…

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Zimbabwe is open for tourism business: International buyers

By Hildah Sipono International buyers from key source markets have said Zimbabwe is sellable and buyable. The buyers arrived in Harare yesterday on a familiarisation tour ahead of the 11th edition of Sanganai/Hlanganani World Travel Expo scheduled for Bulawayo on September 6-8 at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair grounds. “People do not want to see…

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ZAS 2023: European Union unveils initiatives to support agriculture in Zimbabwe

The European Union (EU) Delegation to Zimbabwe is exhibiting at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS) where it is showcasing an array of initiatives it offers through its country head office and member states.   Below, Spiked Online Media casts a spotlight on the initiatives being exhibited during the 2023 edition of the ZAS:   Embassy…

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ACCZ praises Mnangagwa for according Tsvangirai state assisted funeral

By Byron Mutingwende   The gesture by President Emmerson Mnangagwa to accord the late former Prime Minister and MDC-T leader, Mr Morgan Tsvangirai a state assisted funeral sets the tone for national peace, unity and reconciliation, the Apostolic Christian Council of Churches (ACCZ) has said.   “The church should take up the message of unity…

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National Sanitary and Phytosanitary systems promoting food and nutrition security

National Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) systems play an important role in ensuring food and nutrition security through protecting human, animal, and plant health; supporting economic development; promoting environmental sustainability; ensuring compliance with international standards; and building public trust and confidence in agrifood systems.   This came to the fore during a Workshop on the Validation…

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Cyclone Freddy: ZETDC cautions the public

As strong winds due to Severe Tropical Storm Freddy are anticipated in Chipinge and Chimanimani before spreading to Chiredzi, Bikita, Mwenezi as well as Beitbridge beginning this morning, the Zimbabwe Electricity and Distribution Company (ZETDC) is giving some precautionary measures to the public. Reports from the Meteorological Officer suggest that the weather will get progressively…

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Social cohesion, unity of purpose springboard for economic development

By Byron Mutingwende   Social cohesion and unity of purpose among stakeholders is the basis for the attainment of pro-poor, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, a dialogue organised by the Labour and Economic Development Research Institute of Zimbabwe (LEDRIZ) has revealed.   The dialogue that was held on Thursday 27 September 2018 in Harare was…

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World Export Development Forum puts focus on value addition for inclusive growth in one Africa

More than 1,000 participants from over 100 countries convene in Addis Ababa for the 19th World Export Development Forum ·         The theme of the meeting is Trade and Invest in One Africa, and is organized in conjunction with Africa Industrialization Week ·         For more information, please visit www.intracen.org/WEDF Inclusive economic growth across Africa hinges on ensuring greater value addition in manufacturing,…

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International Day of Sign Languages: Access to information fundamental for PWDs

Spiked Online Media Reporter The fact that access to information remains a fundamental right to people with disabilities comes to the fore as Zimbabwe joins the rest of the world in commemorating the International Day of Sign Languages which runs under the theme ‘We sign for human rights. The International Day of Sign Language was…

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POTRAZ Will Continue Reviewing Telecoms Tariffs

Zimbabwe’s telecoms regulator, the Postal and Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) says it will continue reviewing tariffs in line with cost movements and international best practices following concerns over the high cost of products in the country. Telecommunications service providers announced new tariffs effective April 1 in response to rising costs following the removal of…

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Econet, Higherlife Foundation embark on massive clean-up campaign

By Gideon Madzikatidze Mobile telephony giant, Econet and Higherlife Foundation has embarked on a massive clean-up campaign in the high density suburbs of Budiriro and Glenview in an endeavour to combat cholera. Econet and Higherlife Foundation representative, Mr. Lovemore Nyatsine said the organisation has already recruited 600 volunteers serving as health stewards or advocates in…

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China trip: an opportunity for growing Zimbabwean businesses

By Byron Mutingwende   The recent trip to China by the Zimbabwean delegation led by President Mnangagwa was to project the country as a suitable business destination, stakeholders have said.   Speaking at the joint press conference by the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), ZimTrade and the Zimbabwe Investment Authority (ZIA) in Harare on 17 April…

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Feed Africa Summit: AfDB commits $10 billion to enhance continent’s agriculture productivity

The African Development Bank Group will commit $10 billion over the next five years to boost Africa’s efforts to end hunger and become a primary food provider for itself and the rest of the world. Bank Group President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, announced Wednesday at the Dakar 2 Africa Food Summit in Diamniadio, east of the…

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Peace and security topical at SADC-EU Ministerial Partnership Dialogue

One of the most topical issues on the agenda of the Southern African Development Community-European Union (SADC-EU) Ministerial Partnership Dialogue in Harare, Zimbabwe today is peace and security.   In his opening remarks, Zimbbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Hon. Prof. Dr. Amon Murwira, and Chairperson of the SADC Council of Ministers said…

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Best Diplomats Conference in Turkey spotlights refugee crisis in the Middle East

The Best Diplomats Conference in Turkey focused on the ongoing refugee crisis in the Middle East. It was also meant to make diplomacy more inclusive by connecting aspiring leaders worldwide in an enriching set-up, allowing them to exchange views, acquire new skills, and become the next generation of leaders working towards a more sustainable future….

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Gukurahundi Outreach Programme signifies commitment to resolving disputes: President Mnangagwa

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said the launch of the Gukurahundi Outreach Programme signifies the commitment to resolving disputes among Zimbabweans in pursuit of promoting peace and harmony to foster sustainable development. He made the remarks on the occasion of the launch of the Gukurahundi Community Outreach Programme at State House in Bulawayo on 14 July…

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