By Anyway Yotamu International tourist arrivals plunged 93% in June when compared to 2019 owing to the severe impact of coronavirus to the tourism sector, the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has said. The latest data from UNWTO’s World Tourism Barometer shows that international tourist arrivals dropped by 65% in the first half of…
By: Dr. Ayodele Odusola, UNDP Resident Representative, Zimbabwe Dr. Solomon Mutambara, Project Manager Climate Adaptation, Water and Energy Programme, United Nations Development Programme Zimbabwe The Climate Adaptation Water Energy Programme (CAWEP) stands as a testament to the power of strategic intervention and community-driven development in building resilience in the face of climate change. Funded by…
By Own Correspondent A group of suspected security agents reportedly besieged the Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition Chairperson, Mr. Rashid Mahiya’s residence at around 5AM. The men spent 30 minutes knocking violently at his door and refused to identify themselves. Mahiya was arrested in February following the January 2019 clampdown by the state on civil society…
MOMBASA, KENYA – There are vast opportunities for women and girls in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects, Prof Alsácia Atanásio of Mozambique has said. The scientist revealed this in an interview on the sidelines of the ongoing genome editing strategic workshop in Mombasa, Kenya, that is organised by the African Union Development…
The Zimbabwe Academic and Research Network (ZARNet) has said it enjoys synergies with organisations like NetOne and Telecel in a bid to attain its mandate of providing reliable and sustainable Internet and other ICT Solutions to the academic, research, and educational institutions and any other government establishments in the country. ZARNet is a grant funded…
By Rebecca Munetsi ‘Our church is very big. We have around one thousand and five hundred people coming every Sunday to pray and worship, getting healing and miracles, says a Pastor from a local church. I was born in the church, married in the church and now I am a granny. The church is important…
The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) has approved an upward 95,39 percent voice, data and SMS tariff adjustment for both mobile and fixed network operators as previous tariffs were ravaged by inflationary pressures. According to Potraz, in a circular to operators, previous tariffs that were set in August 2019 have been rendered…
Mining firm Vast Resources says it jas commenced drawing down a US$15 million facility for its projects, among them a diamond project in Chiadzwa. Last year Vast Resources arranged financing which it has prioritised for the Baita Plai Polymetallic Mine in Romania and the Chiadzwa Community Concession in Zimbabwe. “The company is in the process…
By Byron Mutingwende Global peace advocate and Special Envoy of the Federation for World Peace and Unification’s African Chapter, Archbishop Johanes Ndanga has said upholding peace creates one family under God. In his message, which called for peace and unification on the Korean peninsula last year, Archbishop Ndanga said there was need for…
DStv’s Africanews channel is celebrating its fifth anniversary, marking the event with special coverage of events in Africa over the past five years. The coverage also focuses on how the continent is trying to meet the challenge of the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as looking at the hopes and aspirations of people across Africa for…
By Joyce Mukucha Along with other COVID-19 response interventions in Zimbabwe during the third wave, through its COVID-19 Enrolled Nurse Aide (CENA) programme model, the international medical humanitarian organisation Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has trained nurse aides on providing quality COVID-19 patient care to fill the gap in the provision of basic tasks at Wilkins…
Gideon Madzikatidze recently in Jwaneng, Botswana African indigenous churches have been urged to initiate Afrocentric home-grown doctrines and cultures, Jwaneng-Mabutsane constituency legislator, Shawn Ntlhaile has said. This emerged at the conference organised and funded by Saint John Apostolic Church of the Whole World. Honourable Ntlhaile appealed to indigenous churches to practice home…
By Veritas Bill Watch Introduction Must Laws be aligned to the Constitution? The answer is both “Yes” and “No”. We shall first look at why we say No, under the heading the Supremacy of the Constitution. We shall then examine the arguments for saying “Yes they do have to be aligned”. Supremacy of the Constitution The…
Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, Speaker of Parliament, and Hon. Mabel Memory Chinomona, President of the Senate are currently in Geneva, Switzerland attending the 148th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) being held under the theme “Parliamentary Diplomacy: Building Bridges for peace and understanding”. The spring edition of the IPU Assembly has drawn over…
The African Parliamentary Press Network (APPN) has called on the need to restore the vibrancy of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the legislative arm of the African Union (AU); and guard against political bickering. The APPN reminded stakeholders about Article 17, Clause 1 of the Constitutive Act of the AU that states, “In order to ensure…
By Wallace Mawire A recently launched schools’ sports tournament by Pavcon Industries Founder and Director, Mr. Shelton Paza is set to play a critical role in alleviating the problems of drug abuse affecting youths and children, especially in Mhondoro Ngezi Constituency in Mashonaland West province of Zimbabwe. The Pavcon Tournament was launched at Mupereki…
In line with its vision of advancing sustainability through tourism, the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) released its flagship publication ‘Tourism for Development’ in Brussels on 6 June during the European Development Days (EDD), and called for greater awareness of sustainability in tourism policies and business practices as well as in tourist behaviour. ‘Tourism for Development’…
The Zimbabwe Online Content Creators (ZOCC), in collaboration with the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ), is set to hold a historic two-day workshop in Kadoma that would allow both practitioners plying the vast digital space and the regulator to compare notes on how they could streamline their fledgling working relationship for the…
The International Trade Centre (ITC) and Mercado Libre today launched a partnership to enhance the digital literacy and market access of women-led businesses in Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Brazil, and Mexico. The collaboration links ITC’s extensive network and technical expertise in global trade with Mercado Libre’s unparalleled market intelligence and track record of enabling e-commerce, delivering…
Africa50, Colas, Jovena and SN Power signed a shareholders’ agreement last Friday to develop the Volobe hydropower plant in Madagascar. The project entails the construction and operation of a 120 MW hydropower plant on the Ivondro river, 40 kilometers from Toamasina, to be operated under a 35-year concession. It also includes the construction of…
By Joyce Mukucha In an effort aimed at creating a clean, safe, and hygienic environment, this week community health clubs embarked on a massive cleanup campaign clearing illegal dumpsites in Mbare at Tsiga market. According to a Facebook post by Community Water Alliance (CWA), the newly established Community Health Clubs in Mbare as agents of…
Writes Baboloki Semele In a remarkable demonstration of unity and strategic cooperation, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the esteemed Founder and Chairman of Dangote Industries Ltd, graced the headquarters of Afreximbank in Cairo with his presence. This rendezvous marked a significant moment in the ongoing partnership between the two entities. Mr. Dangote’s visit was warmly received by…
Persons with disabilities (PWDs) rarely attain political positions in Zimbabwe. The scenario is that of PWDs as mere participation as voters rather than as candidates contesting for political position. Voting gives people with disabilities a stronger political voice. People with disabilities who vote in elections show the public that they are equal citizens but there…
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…
African governments must foster innovation and provide hands-on education solutions to young people if the continent is to beat the challenges of the next decade and meet global development targets. “Reality on the ground and the statistics do not meet, they are on parallel lines. There’s more of cram work in our educational system than…
By NANGO The National Association of Non Governmental Organisations (NANGO), the official umbrella body of NGOs operating in Zimbabwe, notes with great concern the degeneration of the current social and political situation in the country. NANGO takes note of the the issues that a cross section of Zimbabweans have been raising over a prolonged period…
Own Correspondent For youthful Masvingo prophet, Pastor Isaac Makomichi, life has been a roller coaster as the 30-year-old man of God has transformed from a hapless orphan into one of the biggest things in the world of Zimbabwean Pentecostal Churches. The story of Pastor Makomichi, a man of cloth-cum business mogul and philanthropist seems like…
By Anyway Yotamu and Joyce Mukucha China will continue strengthening communication with authorities in charge of disease prevention in the country to ensure safety and prevention of coronavirus (COVID-19). This was said by Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe Mr Guo Shaochun after he paid a courtesy call on Speaker of the National Assembly Advocate Jacob Mudenda…
The much-awaited 2022 edition of First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa’s Amai’s Traditional Cook-out competitions took off to a good start in Mashonaland Central Province yesterday. In her keynote address at the event, the Guest of Honour, the Deputy Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Honourable Barbara Rwodzi said as a way follow up to…
Zimbabwe XI – 135-9 in 20 overs (Ryan Burl 41, Milton Shumba 41, Wessly Madhevere 23; Gerald Coetzee 4/19, Glenton Stuurman 2/26, Bjorn Fortuin 1/1) South Africa A – 73 all out in 16 overs (Khaya Zondo 18, Heinrich Klaasen 14, Bjorn Fortuin 7; Milton Shumba 4/15, Sikandar Raza 3/18, Tanaka Chivanga 1/6) Zimbabwe…
By Byron Mutingwende The United States (US) President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has been partnering the Government of Zimbabwe in providing critical HIV and AIDS interventions. Obadiah Moyo, the Minister of Health and Child Care revealed this during PEPFAR’s 15th anniversary celebrations held at Batanai Gardens in Harare on 16 November…
EcoCash, Steward Bank partner to offer hassle-free small loans Bank unveils instant *236# bank-account opening service Cassava SmarTech’s fintech businesses EcoCash and Steward Bank have partnered to offer instant, nano loans to their combined customer base of more than 10 million customers. Announcing the launch of Kashagi/Inyuku nano loans in Harare today, Steward Bank also…
By Anyway Yotamu Acting Chief Magistrate Munamato Mutevedzi has said the 16 newly sworn in crop of magistrates is set to increase the rate at which cases are cleared as it brings the total number of magistrates to around 235. Speaking to journalists after swearing of the 16 new magistrates on Tuesday the 11th of…
By Stefanie, Medical Team Leader onboard Ocean Viking “After each of the four rescues, our MSF medical team completes a primary medical assessment, examining the medical needs of the rescued people. As well as assessing the physical scars, wounds and other conditions requiring immediate medical attention, we identify those who require additional psychological support….
Writes Muchimba Faro, Parliament of Zimbabwe Media Desk The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Transport and Infrastructural Development is on a three-day tour, starting with the Mbudzi Interchange, to get an appreciation of infrastructural development projects across the country including road rehabilitation. The Committee is accompanied by officials from the Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA)….
Plans to eliminate the blinding disease, trachoma, from 16 African countries, including Zimbabwe, have been boosted with $36.5m in new funding. Twelve of the countries supported through the Accelerate programme, led by the non-profit Sightsavers, hope to eliminate trachoma by 2027 and three will make significant progress towards this goal in that time. Trachoma begins…
By Elvis Dumba Katawa – People in Zvimba North Constituency celebrated Africa Day in celebration after the government approved the replacement of the late Chief Chidziva who died last year after a long illness. The late Chief Chidziva, born Johannes Kangamiti Jenami, was the first traditional leader of the chieftainship, which was made official in…
On the eve of the 20th anniversary of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area (GLTFCA), the Ministers of Environment for South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe met on 13 April 2022 to discuss various issues related to the collaborative management of this important cross-border conservation area. The meeting was held virtually and attended by Honourable…
By Kundai Marunya Widely travelled afro-fusion group Mokoomba will this Friday make a return to Misty’s after a heart-catching performance last month. The show will also serve as a warm up performance as the group is scheduled for a magical date with music lovers at the Miombo Magic Festival in Christon Bank the following day….
Old Mutual Zimbabwe celebrated Women’s Day by bringing together more that 300 women for the 2020 edition of Old Mutual Limited Women’s Network (OWN) International Women’s Day celebrations in Harare under the theme “Each for Equal.” Old Mutual Limited Women’s Network is an inclusive network of change agents within the organization whose purpose is to…
By Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo During former President Robert Mugabe’s era, one would easily recite cabinet Ministers without reading from any script. Alas today, one can only remember maybe less than five Ministers unless one visits their offices. What is the problem? The presidency is not a common position in society, and it must never be…
The Founder and Executive Chairman of the Econet Group, Strive Masiyiwa, has bought back Mascom Botswana from MTN for US$300 million, 14 years after losing control of the telecoms giant. Mascom was Strive Masiyiwa’s first mobile company before he obtained a licence to launch Econet Wireless after a protracted court battle with government authorities. The name…
As South Africans approach voting day, African Parliamentarians have gathered in Midrand for the commencement of the second ordinary session of the fifth legislature of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP). The Pan-African Parliament President, the Rt. Hon. Roger Nkodo DANG haswishedSouth Africa successful polls on Wednesday the 8 May 2019 and also thanked the host country for ensuring…
Elton Gomori I am not a prophet of doom or an evangelist of fantasies but an equally qualified preacher of reality. Zimbabwe is beyond any shadow of doubt one of the world’s most phenomenal tourist destinations. This is so because of her variety of flora and fauna, majestic landforms and of course, exceptional manmade structures…
As the nation and the world at large are commemorating International Day for Persons with Disability, Spiked Online Media had a privilege of interviewing Peter Bare who is the Senior Programme Manager for Sightsavers Zimbabwe. Sightsavers globally and in Zimbabwe for a couple of months has been running what they call Equal World Campaign under…
