By Elvis Dumba Darwendale – Chinhoyi Regional Magistrate Ignatius Mugove last week sentenced 18-year-old Moment Abudara of Mvebi Farm in Darwendale to five years imprisonment for aggravated sexual assault on a nine-year-old boy. According to State Counsel Nyasha Sibesha, the court heard that on 27 February 2020, the complainant who was eight years then, was…
By Farai Chirimumimba For four months, one seat in National Assembly has sat empty. Three more have been vacant for the past month. That the seats are empty in the first place was an affront of nature. The previous incumbents, elected only in 2018, died less than a year in office. The first seat fell…
And just like that, Marvin and Yaya – known together as Maya – are out of the Big Brother Titans game. Coming out lucky and beating eviction this week were Blaqboi & Ipeleng (Blaqleng), Juicy J & Olivia (Juiovla), Blue Aiva & Kanaga Jnr (Kaniva), Khosi & Miracle OP (Khosicle), and Yemi & Nelisa Cregx (Yelisa). 16 housemates are now one week closer to…
The Brondesbury Park Hotel Nyanga is satisfied with the support that it is getting from domestic tourists. Nyasha Makanza, the hotel’s general manager said local tourists are providing a stable income stream and are also supporting local economies. “As a player in the hospital industry, we are satisfied with the support that we are getting…
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO), who have had a long, mutually beneficial relationship, have signed an agreement for the joint establishment of an African Energy Bank (www.EnergyChamber.org) at the 8th African Petroleum Congress and Exhibition (CAPE VIII) in Luanda, Angola. All parties involved in the signing – Rene Awambeng,…
SuperSport viewers on DStv and will be counting down the days to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, with the tournament set to run from 21 November to 18 December and provide the most thrilling distillation of ‘The Beautiful Game’. DStv is the only true home of football in Africa, offering a range and depth of action that no…
Driving healthcare innovation and accessibility in Africa A new report led by the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), highlights key steps healthcare ventures, investors and policymakers can take to foster growth, innovation, and resilience within Africa’s healthcare sector. 28 early- and growth-stage African healthcare ventures have been supported by the Home-Grown Solutions Accelerator over the…
By Marlvin Ngiza The Ministry of Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare is currently in Masvingo carrying out an employment initiative program for the youths as a response to low labour absorption capacity within local industries. In an interview with Spiked Online Media, Dr. Edmos Mtetwa, the Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Public…
Eminent African personalities – World Health Organisation (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus; United Family International Church (UFIC) founder Emmanuel Makandiwa; prominent traditional healer Sekuru Kamwelo Banda; footballers Didier Drogba and Samuel Eto’o have scoffed at plans to test potential vaccines for COVID-19 in Africa The comments came after Dr Jean-Paul Mira, the head of intensive…
Silverbird Group and AAA Entertainment are entering into a partnership to develop and produce a slate of cinematic African feature films on the continent. AAA Entertainment will bring to the partnership an experienced film development, financing and production team, facilities, and partnership network, while Silverbird Group brings its cinema exhibition and distribution infrastructure and experience…
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat is going beyond the development of a strategy by developing a coordination framework to accelerate the implementation of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Speaking at the SADC-AfCFTA workshop in Harare today, a representative from Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry said the African Continental Free…
The development of medical science and research has brought about new ways of treating diseases. In this scenario, the medical community and even the law are catching up with the regulated, medical use of the herb cannabis. Although infamous for its usage as a drug, marijuana is swiftly making its way into clinics and on…
Writes Thomas Faranando The Rimuka Stars Gure Wamkulu group is on a mission to set the record straight about their tradition, which they say has been misunderstood and misrepresented for far too long. Led by Mr. Kingson Shumba, the group is producing a documentary that aims to showcase the true essence and history of Gule…
Every surfer requires a surfboard roof rack that is going to enable him or her transport surfboards both safely and efficiently. The best rack will ensure no damage occurs on either car or surfboard. It is also going to ensure that the surfboards don’t torque during the journey but instead remain still. In case you…
The March Sitting of the Permanent Committees of the Pan African Parliament (PAP) will take place in Midrand, from the 2nd to the 09th at the PAP precincts located at 19 Richards Drive, Gallagher Estate. At least 200 Legislators representing various African countries are expected to convene and work on this agenda under the theme “Winning the Fight…
The Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) and the Forum for Former African Heads of State and Government (Africa Forum) have agreed to establish a collaborative framework to support the implementation of the broad objectives of the African Union (AU). An introductory meeting between the two parties took place on 14 September 2022 at the…
By Byron Mutingwende In a typical fashion reminiscent of the Exodus of Israelites from the oppressive Egypt to Canaan, Kenneth Shupikai Musanhi, the Member of the House of Assembly for Bindura North Constituency has embarked on a number of projects to uplift the lives of the people in the area. Born on the…
Hon Barbra Rwodzi, the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry has said the sector is a key driver in efforts to achieve Vision 2030 as enunciated by President Emmerson Mnangagwa for the country to become an upper-middle income economy by 2030. Hon Rwodzi made the remarks at the 2023 Hospitality Association of Zimbabwe (HAZ) conference…
The objective was to improve the employability of the country’s youth — women and men — by providing them with decent work, thereby promoting their economic empowerment Thousands of youths in Malawi have gained employment and some have even created jobs for their peers, thanks to a project supported by the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org)….
By Chido Pamela Mafongoya The long-awaited trading within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) finally began on 1 January 2021, marking a very important milestone for African trade. The AfCFTA creates a single continental market for goods and services, with the aim of increasing intra-African trade by reducing tariffs by approximately 90 percent and harmonising…
The Pan-African Parliament (PAP), led by its President, H.E Hon. Chief Fortune Charumbira has arrived at the African Union (AU) Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for preparatory meetings related to the 42nd Ordinary Session of the Executive Council (Ministerial Session) and the 36th Ordinary Session of the AU Assembly (Heads of State and Government Session), scheduled to take place…
By Kunashe Mukande Friday Chisanyu, the Chairman of the Traditional Medical Practitioners Council and founder president of the Zimbabwe National Practitioners Association (ZINPA) has bemoaned the scarcity of security among Zimbabwe’s cemeteries claiming the responsible authorities should curb this social mishap. While responding to questions posed during an interview following an incident where a deceased…
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Facebook (www.Facebook.com) has been working to connect people to accurate information and reduce misinformation on its platforms. Last month it announced the biggest worldwide campaign (https://bit.ly/3cGJamf) to promote authoritative information about Covid-19 vaccines – working to remove false vaccine claims, reduce the distribution of inaccurate health information, and inform people about…
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) has said the heritage-based curriculum enhances the continuous assessment learning activities (CALA) to sharpen the competencies of learners. “The difference between the competence-based curriculum, which included the continuous assessment learning activities, which you call the CALA, and the heritage-based curriculum is that the heritage-based curriculum is an…
Consultus Publishing Services (CPS), in partnership with LitFest Harare, is launching the Language Legacy Expo on Saturday, July 27h at CPS Head Office in Eastlea, Harare. The launch heralds the beginning of a 10-week expo organized by Consultus Publishing Services (CPS) to honour culture and heritage through literary and visual arts. This expo aims…
Over 250 African Parliamentarians are expected to converge on Midrand, South Africa for the Second Ordinary Session of the Six Parliament of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), scheduled from 15 May to 02 June 2023. The continent’s premier parliamentary forum is set to devise ways to fast-track the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area…
The African Risk Capacity Limited (ARC Ltd) Governance Committee has appointed two new Non-Executive Directors (NEDs), Ms. Sarata Kone-Thiam and Ms. Lade’ A. Araba, to join its Board of Directors thereby completing the Board complement of seven individuals in line with structure. The new directors are joining a group of other industry experts led by Mr….
By Devin Banerjee, CFA China only big economy to see growth China’s GDP rose by 2.3% in 2020, according to new official data, making it the only major global economy to expand during the coronavirus pandemic. Recovery was led by growth in demand for exports, with fourth-quarter economic activity expanding 6.5% year-over-year, and the country returned to work after…
International tourism continues to show signs of a strong and steady recovery from the impact of the pandemic despite significant mounting economic and geopolitical challenges. According to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, international tourism saw a strong rebound in the first five months of 2022, with almost 250 million international arrivals recorded. This compares…
South Africa A – 224-4 in 20 overs (Lesiba Ngoepe 114, Reeza Hendricks 77, Tristan Stubbs 17*; Tendai Chatara 1/37, Sikandar Raza 1/37, Tanaka Chivanga 1/45) Zimbabwe XI – 202-9 in 20 overs (Sikandar Raza 82, Ryan Burl 30, Wessley Madhevere 19; Lizaad Williams 3/38, Gerald Coetzee 2/31, Bjorn Fortuin 2/36) South Africa A…
Writes Charles Dhewa The lack of capacity to convert harvests into commodities and products that last longer has negatively impacted African food systems for more than five decades. Huge harvests are meaningless if much of the food is not consumed or turned into better livelihoods and employment creation. If there was serious investment in food…
By Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo The mono-currency regime has dismally failed and we have gone back to the United States dollars by default. This has been necessitated by the transacting public’s lack of confidence in the country’s monetary policies. Inflation is ballooning and the prices of basic commodities are skyrocketing with each passing day. The black…
By Tatenda Mujeyi Splash Paints has donated paint worth RTGS$ 250 000 to the City of Harare in a bid to further beautify the ‘Sunshine City.’ “This is a pride moment for Splash Paints to partner with the country’s biggest city council. Splash Paint has reached in its maturity through achieving our goals through very…
Old Mutual, the integrated financial services group that has a long history of serving Zimbabwe, has launched a fully-fledged funeral services business in Bulawayo following a successful launch of the same business in Harare a few weeks ago. The group has been offering the Flexi Funeral Plan, which was originally set up as a…
Writes Chimeno Azriel Green Light International Trust is set to celebrate a major milestone in the healthcare sector with its 12th Nurse Aid Graduation Ceremony, scheduled for Saturday at Batanai Gardens in Harare’s Central Business District (CBD). The event will mark the culmination of months of rigorous training, dedication, and hard work by the graduating…
Zimbabwe is geared to host the 6th Transform Africa Summit (TAS) from the 26th to the 28th of April 2023 at Victoria Falls. The Transform Africa Summit is the leading African tech and digital event organised by Smart Africa which gathers over 3000 delegates from more than 100 countries to engage in the digital transformation…
The Wedza Residents Development Initiative Trust (WERDIT) sent its heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of the fatal shootings which occurred in Wedza District on January 13, 2023. A former cop, Jaison Muvhevhi went on a rampage and fatally shot 3 people in Wedza District. Muvhevhi shot an Apostolic Sect leader, the Officer…
The algorithm is implemented in EOSDA Crop Monitoring by EOS Data Analytics. It is designed to automatically process earth observation imagery data and provide agricultural analytics in a web interface. EOS Data Analytics, a global provider of AI-powered satellite imagery analytics founded by Dr. Max Polyakov, has obtained a United States patent for an algorithm built…
At the 24th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2022) held in Montreal, UNESCO and Frontline AIDS hosted a session where African leaders championed sexuality education and challenged misinformation to work toward an AIDS-free generation. Young advocates, representatives from African governments and CSOs made the case on why Comprehensive Sexuality Education should remain a priority for HIV prevention…
Musician Alexio Kawara is set to premiere a video for Unombozviitirei this Christmas at around 10am, his publicist has said. The soulful Alexio released the hit song in October this year and he waited until Christmas to deliver the much-awaited video. The song which is bouncy and danceable is as good as it comes especially…
While African countries have embraced industrial food production practices that depend heavily on external inputs, there is still enough room to replace these practices with purely indigenous organic practices that are becoming ideal in combating climate change.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) is partnering stakeholders like the ministries of education and health to reduce early and unintended pregnancies (EUP) among young people so as to foster sustainable development. Speaking at a Media Capacity Building Workshop in Mazowe, UNESCO National Associate Project Officer – HIV and Health Education, Mr…
By Lovemore Chazingwa The city of Kadoma, which was switched dry when the national power supplier, Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC), pulled the plug on its Claw Dam shore pump and water treatment plant last Friday, has moved to service the debt and restore normal supplies. The local authority owes Zesa a staggering…
Zimbabwe is set to get more than five million Covid-19 vaccinations in the coming few weeks after the African Union (AU), African Vaccine Acquisition Trust (AVAT), and Unicef secured 400 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. The country last month approved the emergency use of Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine in addition to…
By Charles Dhewa When consumers can no longer do without cassava, nsima/sadza, matoke, tomato, beans, peas, among other foods, it could be an indication that the consumers have become addicted. Such addictive tendencies may have little to do with the food being a staple or a necessity. The way profit-oriented seed companies and manufacturers promote their seeds…
