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…
By Health Correspondent Central African countries meeting last week on Thursday and Friday operationalised the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention’s (Africa CDC) Regional Collaborating Centre (RCC). The centre will coordinate the efforts of Burundi, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Sao Tomé and Principe and Chad to jointly strengthen surveillance, emergency…
By Patricia Mashiri Latest evidence provided by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) shows that breastfeeding is beneficial to both mothers and babies. In a joint statement, the two UN agencies expressed concern that no country in the world fully meets recommended standards for breastfeeding. This was revealed in…
By Nevson Mpofu Tradition and culture negatively impact programmes that empower many promising young people. Although young people might still be disadvantaged by several social , economic and political factors related to culture and tradition, SAFAIDS, an HIV and AIDS regional organisation has taken a stance towards African values which over the past decades have…
By Byron Mutingwende The government has been urged to implement various human rights treaty obligations it has ratified in order to promote peace and democracy. This emerged at a capacity building workshop held in Harare on Monday 31 July 2017 where government representatives reinforced Zimbabwe’s commitment to implement, monitor and report on the country’s human…
By Edward Makuzva The Premier Soccer League (PSL) Disciplinary Committee has released the judgment in the matter involving Dynamos and Chapungu FC. The Disciplinary Committee ruled that: “The abandoned match to be resumed in 56 minute on the same score line of 4-0 in fayvour of Dynamos and on a date to be determined,” read the statement….
By Edward Makuzva After decades of programming to improve adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH), it has become increasingly clear that strengthening access to, and the quality of, services does not alone suffice to improve health outcomes, says family planning experts. They say sexual and reproductive health (SRH) of adolescents is now strongly influenced by…
The Election Resource Centre (ERC) – an independent electoral management body, has welcomed progress made by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) towards enhancing transparency. In a statement, the ERC welcomed Statutory Instrument 85 (S.I. 85) of 2017 that was gazetted by ZEC on the 21st of July 2017 which outlines new voter registration regulations ahead…
By Angeline Mikiri – UN WED Zimbabwe Ambassador The third edition of Women Entrepreneurship Day is set for November 17 this year after successfully hosting of the last two editions. This year’s event will honour five women who have distinguished themselves in the area of research and innovation. Awarding these women not only recognises their…
By Byron Mutingwende Taxation is one of the factors leading to the high cost of doing business in Zimbabwe, delegates at a workshop by the National Economic Consultative Forum (NECF) held in Harare on Thursday 27 July 2017 have said. “Taxation however, is central to development and provides governments with the funding required to finance…
By Byron Mutingwende Calls for ensuring the equal representation of women and men in politics took centre stage at the consultative workshop for “increasing women participation in decision making” held at the Harare International Conference Centre in Harare on Wednesday 26 July 2017. In her remarks during the workshop, Nyasha Chikwinya, the Minister…
Leadership in HIV research and efforts to improve access to HIV prevention and treatment were recognised through prizes and awards presented at the 9th IAS Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2017). The IAS and its partners presented prizes for outstanding research in HIV, including exceptional research by young investigators; grants and fellowships to support promising…
Experts focus on innovative solutions to speed up progress against HIV among youth The world has made great strides in reducing the impact of HIV, and AIDS-related deaths are on the decline in every age group – except among adolescents. New UNAIDS estimates show that young people continue to be at elevated risk for HIV…
Global attention needed to prevent and treat AIDS in antiretroviral era An unacceptably high number of people from sub-Saharan Africa have been left out of the global HIV response—without access to treatment or medical care—and they continue to develop and die from AIDS-related diseases, according to data released by the international medical humanitarian organisation Doctors…
Conference highlights importance of continued investment in HIV research and translating science into action (Paris, France) – More than 6,000 HIV professionals from around the world have gathered in Paris for the 9th IAS Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2017), the world’s largest open scientific meeting on HIV. The four-day conference is organized by the…
By Byron Mutingwende George Makona (16) was born to HIV positive parents at a rural hospital in Nyanga. By then programmes on prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT) had not been fully grasped by some of the rural dwellers. “I was a victim of denial. When we were tested positive for HIV,…
By Nevson Mpofu The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, also known as UN Women, working together with the Women Coalition of Zimbabwe and Child Coalition have expressed concern over the increase in cases of child marriage and welcomed the new legislation to address the vice. Taking heed to India’s Founding Father,…
By Judith Kajuma Preparations for the women’s premier showcase market that will run from the 27th to the 29th of July at the Long Cheng Plaza in Harare are at an advanced stage. The Entrepreneurs will be showcasing high quality handmade artisan products and traditional foods that support local communities. Professor Hubert Gijzen, UNESCO Regional…
WWE and SuperSport, Africa’s premier sport channels provider, today announced a new multi-year agreement to broadcast WWE programming live for the first time in more than 50 countries in sub-Saharan Africa. Starting August 28, DStv customers will have access to the world’s biggest wrestling entertainment when SuperSport airs WWE’s flagship shows Raw® and SmackDown® as well as WWE specials, including WrestleMania® and SummerSlam®. …
By Byron Mutingwende The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that there is an increasing trend of resistance to HIV drugs in its detailed report based on national surveys conducted in several countries and registered fears that the threat could undermine global progress in treating and preventing HIV infection if early and effective action is…
By Byron Mutingwende The International AIDS Society (IAS) 2017 Scientific Co-Chairs, Linda-Gail Bekker and Jean-François Delfraissy have said HIV science matters in ending the epidemic – a situation that requires the continued contribution of and investment in science. The experts said scientific knowledge is the backbone of the HIV response. “Over the past 30 years,…
By Byron Mutingwende Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has noted that while progress has been made, the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) report released on Thursday 20 July 2017 fails to recognise the need for continued support to scale-up treatment and prevent needless AIDS-related deaths. The UNAIDS report shows a reduction in AIDS-related…
SuperSport has acquired pay-TV media rights in Sub-Saharan Africa for the 2020 and 2024 Olympic Games and the next two winter Olympics, giving DStv viewers in Zimbabwe full access to these giant sporting events. Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said the acquisition and the ongoing SuperSport partnership with the International…
By Entertainment Correspondent After years of anticipation, this July Africa is finally getting a glimpse into the life of Bonang Matheba – one of Africa’s most sought after media personalities – is widely regarded as one of the most elusive superstars around. For the longest time, fans have yearned for a deeper look into the life of the…
By Byron Mutingwende Shoorai Mugari lives near Mushumbi Pools in Mbire District of Mashonaland Central Province and has just given birth to triplet boys when her eldest child (a girl) is just nine months old. “I am now a mother of four in just one year. My husband is unemployed and every season…
By Nevson Mpofu The prevention of parent to child transmission remains crucial for countries of the world to achieve the reduction of HIV and AIDS prevalent rate . This is important in children growing up to become parents . Advocacy in supporting HIV prevention remains important in communities so as to reduce parent to child…
The United Nations Population Fund has over the past couple of years made great strides in supporting humanitarian programmes in maternal health, family planning, sexual and reproductive health, gender based violence and HIV and AIDS. UNFPA gives support in these thematic areas in order to bring back home open space for healthy well-being, social status…
By Byron Mutingwende A renowned animal rights lawyer, Vimbai Chinoda has said the Judiciary and law students need to be educated about the value of animals and their contribution to society and the economy. The trivialisation of wildlife crime cases by the judiciary in the courts as highlighted by Minister Oppah Muchinguri is…
By Byron Mutingwende The National Tourism Master Plan will chart the way forward for the development of the sector, a Cabinet minister has said. “As we gather around in this room, this morning, to unpack the contents of the National Tourism Master Plan, that Government has developed, I dare say that this document…
By Byron Mutingwende The Law Development Commission (LDC), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Centre for Applied Legal Research has embarked on a project to promote an effective justice delivery system through use of legislation that introduces new forms of admissible evidence like the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). “The…
By Byron Mutingwende There is need to tap into the unidentified talent in the grassroots if Zimbabwe is to develop in sport, a Cabinet Minister has said. Makhosini Hlongwane, the Minister of Sport and Recreation revealed that in a side interview at a press briefing in Harare on Tuesday 11 July 2017 to…
BY CHARLES DHEWA For a very long time, each country has had what it considered a staple food for its citizens. However, climate change, globalization and changes in consumption patterns are disrupting traditional staple foods. My word web describes staple food as a necessary commodity for which demand is constant. Rather than continue promoting a…
By Byron Mutingwende Since the tourism sector is one of the leading industries in creating jobs to alleviate poverty, there are growing calls for youth participation in the sector. The Zimbabwe Youth in Tourism will host the Africa Youth in Tourism Conference in Bulawayo at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair from 6 to…
Entertainment Correspondent They came out to line the corridors of the Grand West Entertainment Centre in Cape Town; anonymous faces in a crowd with stars in their eyes and hope in their hearts. For the lucky few, they would leave clutching the symbol that marks a journey that could change their lives forever: the Idols SA Golden…
By Byron Mutingwende Lafarge Cement Zimbabwe has embarked on a community initiative meant to promote physical wellness as a key pillar for the people’s health and safety. Through the “Run for a Good Cause” event held at at Belgravia Sports Club in Harare on Saturday 8 July 2017, in line with Lafarge Cement…
By Byron Mutingwende Parliamentarians have been urged to lobby for governance solutions and legislation that advance sustainable wildlife management and conservation in line with the sustainable development goals (SDGs). This was said by Wonder Mashange, the Chairperson of the Zimbabwe Parliamentary Conservation Caucus at a wildlife governance workshop held at the Meikles Hotel…
By Byron Mutingwende Wildlife conservation is a vehicle for socio-economic development and the government has put in place an enabling policy for its conservation under different land tenure systems. Speaking to Parliamentarians under the Zimbabwe Parliamentary Conservation Caucus on wildlife management challenges in Zimbabwe, Oppah Muchinguri, the Minister of Environment, Water and Climate…
By Special Correspondent A revamped channel offering with less duplication of sports across channels and more predictable scheduling Africa’s leading sports channels provider, SuperSport wants to make it easy for sports fans to find their favourite sport on DStv. The SuperSport offering has been revamped to offer viewers easier navigation and less duplications. When the…
By Byron Mutingwende The new National Gender Policy that is aligned to the 2013 Constitution lays a firm foundation for pursuing gender equality and equity in Zimbabwe, stakeholders have said. In his remarks during the launch in Harare on Thursday 6 July 2017, Georges van Montfort, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Country Director…
By Byron Mutingwende Tourism and Hospitality Industry minister, Walter Mzembi has rallied his government partners and the private players to speak with one voice in facilitating the growth of the sector which has become the engine for economic growth. Mzembi made the remarks in Harare on Wednesday during the launch of the 2017…
By Special Correspondent Her business acumen and technology background set the stage for her current role at the leadership helm of Ecocash . She was among the 26 African leaders selected for the Tutu prestigious Oxford University Tutu Fellowship from nearly 300 nominees from over 30 countries. Tutu Leadership Fellowship selects candidates who have demonstrated…
By Byron Mutingwende Diaspora nationals contribute immensely to the development of their countries of origin and destination countries it has emerged. This was revealed by Grasiano Nyaguse, the Director of Economic Planning and Coordination in the Ministry of Macro Economic Planning and Investment Promotion at a workshop to develop a diaspora engagement action…
By Jealousy Mawarire If you want to see how Zimbabweans are not serious about rebuilding this country, just look at the flippancy they exhibit towards the health of the 2018 presidential aspirants, especially President Robert Mugabe and Former Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai. While Americans were worried about the health of both Hillary Clinton and Donald…
By Byron Mutingwende There was an entertainment galore at Mother Theresa Old People’s Home in Mbare this weekend, thanks to MultiChoice Zimbabwe’s corporate social responsibility initiative. Elizabeth Dziva, the Public Relations Manager of MutiChoice Zimbabwe said that as a company, there was need to give back to the community they serve. “The…
By Habakkuk Trust The infamous witch hunters popularly known as ‘Tsikamutanda’, have taken temporary residence in Umzingwane Ward 9 where they are giving villagers ‘value for their livestock’, through their religious antics. Known for their witch hunting exploits, Tsikamutandas employ mysterious spirituals tactics to capture goblins and exorcise people who are said to be…
