Own Correspondent On behalf of Chief FZ Charumbira whose name has been making rounds across social media platforms and some news outlets over allegations that he raped his niece, we want to make the following clarification in the interest of setting the record straight. Chief Charumbira has not been reported for rape at any police…
By Kizito Sikuka African countries have begun the process of assessing whether its vast mineral resources are benefiting its citizens or outsiders. The assessment follows a realisation that despite the huge amount of mineral resources that is in abundance across the continent, African countries remain among the poorest in the world. In fact, the majority…
By Joyce Mukucha The government is tirelessly working to enhance agricultural productivity, food, and nutrition security, and sustainable agri-food systems that are inclusive and resilient, a government official has said. In his remarks during the World Food Day (WFD) celebrations last week, the Deputy Minister of Lands, Agriculture and Rural Resettlement, Douglas Karoro said the…
THE Harare Residents’ Trust (HRT) has said it has been closely following the debate on the possible introduction of prepaid water meters in Harare. The local authorities, with the backing of some international financial institutions, have been warming up to the idea, but they have not done enough to ensure the consistent provision of safe,…
BY OWN CORRESPONDENT Zambian International Preacher Dr Prophet DD Isaac has made international headlines after challenging African leaders to embrace generational renewal. Speaking at an over subscribed Cross over night in Chawama Grounds Lusaka Zambia Dr Isaac said ” Zambia and Africa need Generational Renewal. There is a wave of regional Youth Activism an awakening…
Writes Elvis Dumba Harare – A local digital communications company, IMC Communications (Pvt) Ltd, has been given the green light by the Zimbabwean administration to provide through Starlink, a Low Earth Orbit Satellite international company, high-speed, low-cost internet and digital processing services in the country. The licensing of Starlink to operate in Zimbabwe through IMC…
Climate-resilient agriculture of the future: largest aquaponics facility in Southern Africa commenced operations most recently with a foreign direct investor as a financial sponsor – water-saving year-round farming practice is 10x times more productive than open-field agriculture. Annual harvest capacity of up to 200 tons of nutritious, local, and organically cultivated multi-crop veggie and fresh-water…
Steward Bank, a member of EcoCash Holdings Zimbabwe Limited, has announced new partnerships with international money transfer service providers Senditoo and Thunes, further expanding its growing remittance network to over half a dozen partners. The new partnerships are expected to increase foreign currency inflows into the country as people living and working abroad get…
By Farai Chirimumimba The impact and influence of the youths on the forthcoming general elections 2018 should be seen in the context of the existing demands and contradictions of the youths that are likely to influence the outcome. On the surface, the general elections are for the opposition to lose rather than what would have…
The Government of Zimbabwe through the Ministry of Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), is hosting a Regional Capacity Development Workshop on Ethical Recruitment in Victoria Falls. This programme is being hosted under the auspices of the Africa Regional Migration Programme (ARMP) and the Southern Africa…
The Embassy of Palestine in Zimbabwe has said Israel’s ongoing aggression against Jenin is a dangerous escalation that will drag the region into more bloodshed. In that regard, the State of Palestine calls on the international community to immediately and urgently intervene to stop Israel’s massive military campaigns against the undefended Palestinian people under its…
By Desire Tshuma Villagers in Insiza North have urged the local leadership to conduct an urgent traditional road cleaning ceremony after four pedestrians and one cyclist was hit by motorists within a short space of time. A strip along the Bulawayo-Masvingo road, in Gwatemba area in Insiza North, has claimed many lives dating back to…
By Susan Reidy NEW YORK, NEW YORK, U.S. — For the third year in a row, the number of people going hungry has increased, according to the latest The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report. An estimated 820 million people did not have enough to eat in 2018, up from 811 million…
By Joyce Mukucha Despite decades of scientific advances in prevention and treatment, as well as widespread awareness-raising efforts, irrational fears of HIV infection and negative attitudes towards people living with HIV (PLWHIV) continue to be rampant and are a persistent barrier to addressing the epidemic. Realising how bad and different PLWHIV are treated be it…
With the introduction of VAT on externally sourced pay-TV services by the Zimbabwean government from January 1 this year, DStv subscriptions are subject to VAT in terms of Finance Act 3 of 2019. Although the introduction of VAT became effective on 1 January 2020, this was absorbed by MultiChoice for the first five months of…
By Byron Mutingwende The Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) has awarded Ms Rachel Chibaya, the Founder and Senior Partner of R. Chibaya Law Chambers in Harare for her role in inspiring other women by providing first-class professional and comprehensive legal services to individuals and corporates. The Head of the R. Chibaya Law…
By Farai Chirimumimba and Byron Mutingwende In an effort to justify the overthrow of the government one African officer is known to have claimed that a coup never constitutes a revolution in tropical Africa but rather a limited modification of existing arrangements. This analysis tends to border on naivety (Decalo 1976). A statement which holds…
In this digital age, where connectivity is key, NetOne Pvt Ltd has emerged as a powerhouse in the Zimbabwean telecommunications industry. With an expansive network coverage that extends to even the most remote areas, NetOne is bridging the digital divide and empowering marginalized communities across the country. The company’s Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Learnmore Musunda,…
The Zimbabwe A cricket team will return to action for the first time in more than three years when they face South Africa A in four one-day matches and two four-day games in Harare starting this month-end. The one-dayers, scheduled for 29 and 31 May and 2 and 4 June, will be played behind…
The SADC Regional Vulnerability Committee Chair, António Pacheco Dias Lima on 22 February 2021 called on member states, to find ways to share success stories, opportunities, and progress captured in the national Vulnerability Assessment and Analysis to inform food security interventions as the region battles COVID-19 and record high levels of food insecurity Dias Lima…
The multi-billion-dollar threat to the worldwide entertainment and communications industries came under the spotlight at an anti-piracy symposium hosted by Afrotopia Creative hub in partnership with MultiChoice Zimbabwe. The event was held in Harare this month, with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds sharing their concerns about the threat. Liz Dziva, publicity and public…
By Byron Mutingwende Jacob Jaya (not real name) squatters to mend the tyre of his rickety 1998 Nissan model car imported from Japan. Jaya is a senior tutor at one of the famous nursing schools in the country. “For someone like me, it pains me that my lifestyle is no better than that…
Writes Clayton Masekesa Women in Zimbabwe have been urged to continuously play a critical role in sustaining a protected environment and promoting natural resource governance. This came out during the commemorations of the World Environment Day held in Mutare on Monday, organized by the Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe (WCOZ) and its partners, where various women…
The United Nations (UN) is celebrating progress and reaffirming its commitment to supporting Zimbabwe’s sustainable development agenda. This was revealed by His Excellency Mr. Edward Kallon, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator at the Mid-Term Review of the 2022-2026 Zimbabwe UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework on 26 September 2024 at the Golden Conifer in Harare….
A record number of students graduated as chartered secretaries on Saturday (June 8) at an historic graduation ceremony at which the first students from a joint Great Zimbabwe University and Institute of Chartered Secretaries in Zimbabwe programme graduated alongside other ICSAZ students. There were 293 graduates who completed their final ICSAZ examinations last year, three…
At a time when food security in Rwanda is under increasing threat from several phenomena, including climate change, the government is committed to supporting agricultural innovation through the $2 million Hanga Agritech Innovation Challenge Fund. In Rwanda, the government is banking on digital innovation to improve farming practices. The “Hanga Agritech Innovation Challenge Fund” initiative…
Preparations for the second NetOne Albun Honde Valley Marathon – a momentous event aimed at promoting tourism, rural development, and raising awareness on global warming and environmental preservation in the beautiful Honde Valley, are at an advanced stage. Speaking at a press conference in Harare today, Mr. Learnmore Musunda, the NetOne Chief Commercial officer…
By Charles Dhewa The formal education system in developing countries has not taken time to explain and justify colonial measurements that continue to be used in attaching value to agricultural commodities. Consequently, smallholder farmers wonder why some commodities are measured in kilograms and liters. In the absence of meaningful explanations, consumers and farmers surmise that…
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) informs that the Extraordinary Summit and its preceding meetings that were scheduled to take place virtually from 5th – 7th January 2022 had been rescheduled. The meetings will now take place in Lilongwe, the Republic of Malawi from 11th – 12th January 2022. The Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and…
Zimbabwe Women’s squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2022 to be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 18-25 September has been named. Josephine Nkomo and Modester Mupachikwa, who missed an 18-day training camp in India last month as they are currently playing club cricket in England, have been included…
By PWC Africa The world’s 40 largest mining companies have delivered an impressive financial performance in 2017, increasing revenue by 23 per cent to USD 600bn JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, June 5, 2018/ — Market capitalisation of the Top 40 up 30% to USD $926 billion (bn) Revenue up 23% to $600bn Earnings before interest, taxes,…
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Zimbabwe has begun the implementation of its Lean Season Assistance programme for the 2018/19 season in October with a contribution (US$22 million) from the American people through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), which will support more than 430,000 food insecure people. “This contribution…
By Desire Tshuma Mabvuku based spiritual healer Apostle Elliot last week prayed for an eighteen-year-old New York-based teenage boy who was suffering from several health conditions and finally heals. Glory to Glory International Ministries was founded by Apostle Elliot in 2012 in the Mabvuku high-density suburb in Harare. Since its existence, many people have been…
To ensure the integration of gender equality and women empowerment issues in the disaster risk management (DRM) landscape, the African Union (AU) and the African Risk Capacity (ARC), have launched the Gender and Disaster Risk Management (DRM) platform. The new platform is expected to contribute to the development and management of knowledge on the issues…
Five women have been elected to the UN committee that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, meaning gender parity has been achieved for the first time – a result that answers the call of Sightsavers’ Equal World campaign for the committee to better represent the people it exists to serve. The…
Patricia, a young lady who recently accomplished her university studies, is searching for her parents or relatives in Zimbabwe. Her surname is unknown. Patricia spoke Chishona at the time she was picked and adopted the surname of a police officer Davies who handled her case after police was notified by the public. “Ndinonzi Patty, mama…
High-quality educational content for young viewers is the focus of PBS Kids, a new channel for children that has recently launched on DStv. The channel results from a partnership between PBS Distribution and MultiChoice Africa to bring PBS Kids to DStv platforms across sub-Saharan Africa, according to MultiChoice Zimbabwe publicity and public relations manager Liz…
In South Africa, women’s rights organisations are calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to provide sex disaggregated data on vaccine rollout in a campaign launched on Women’s Day. A petition signed by 43 Women’s Voice and Leadership partners calls on the president to “provide sex disaggregated data on vaccine roll out and all COVID-19 statistics in line with the national gender policy,…
Afghanistan – 125-8 in 20 overs (Mohammad Nabi 31, Afsar Zazai 24, Ihsanullah 20; Sikandar Raza 2/18, Ryan Burl 2/22, Luke Jongwe 1/13) Zimbabwe – 90-9 in 20 overs (Ryan Burl 15, Wessly Madhevere 14, Ainsley Ndlovu 13; Noor Ahmad 4/10, Sharafuddin Ashraf 2/13, Rashid Khan 1/8) Afghanistan won by 35 runs Zimbabwe’s…
Own Correspondent As a superfood, Moringa contains an impressive 92 nutrients and antioxidants. Moringa is undeniably the best superfood out there. Moringa is a great addition to your daily diet. Great for inside and out due to its properties. If you’re looking for a natural way to improve your health, then Moringa is the way…
The Border Management Authority (BMA) continues to intensify efforts to safeguard South Africa’s ports of entry and ensure the protection of vulnerable individuals. Recent operations at the Beitbridge and Lebombo Ports of Entry have resulted in significant breakthroughs in disrupting illegal activities, including human and child smuggling. On Friday, 6 December 2024, vigilant BMA border…
South Africa A – 273-7 in 50 overs (Andile Phehlukwayo 87, Heinrich Klaasen 58, Theunis de Bruyn 32; Donald Tiripano 4/57, Tendai Chatara 2/39, Sikandar Raza 1/47) Zimbabwe XI – 266-6 in 48.5 overs (Sikandar Raza 59, Prince Masvaure 49, Milton Shumba 45*; Reeza Hendricks 2/24, Lizaad Williams 2/29, Gerald Coetzee 1/43) Zimbabwe XI…
By Charles Dhewa Digital technologies have rightly been credited with building new norms and group identities for people who never knew each other. Farmers who used to work in isolation across Africa can now easily find themselves meeting new peers in Whatsapp groups. The same applies with traders who used to compete for the same…
Rhinos – 297-8 in 50 overs (Takudzwanashe Kaitano 122, Charles Kunje 47, Tashinga Musekiwa 34; Nkosilathi Nungu 3/80, Travor Mutsamba 2/47, Sydney Murombo 1/41) Southern Rocks – 250 all out in 49 overs (Brian Mudzinganyama 53, William Mashinge 51, Tadiwanashe Marumani 32; Brandon Mavuta 3/40, Chris Mpofu 2/33, Tashinga Musekiwa 2/38) Rhinos won by…
Writes Marlvin Ngiza In response to President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s declaration for a Clean-Up Campaign every first Friday of every month, youth affiliated with Teen Rescue Mission (TRM) in partnership with the Chitungwiza Municipality yesterday participated in the noble cause. The clean-up exercise covered areas which include St Mary’s Police to Unit O main Chitungwiza Road….
