Important advances in COVID-19 research, including promising data on new treatments, were announced today ahead of the virtual COVID-19 Conference, the world’s first abstract-driven scientific meeting dedicated to the global pandemic. Hosted by IAS – International AIDS Society, the COVID-19 Conference will take place on 10 July (extending into July 11 in some time zones), following…
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,…
The People and Earth Solidarity Law Network (PESLawyers) with the support of environmental and wildlife organisations in Zimbabwe, petitioned Parliament of Zimbabwe on 21 March 2019 requesting that information and decisions concerning the export of Zimbabwean elephants, rhinos and other wildlife be made transparent and accessible to the public. The organisations supporting the petition include…
Community information centres provide a window of opportunity for rural-based students to take up science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and Courier Services has said. He alluded to this fact on 17 September 2021 while launching the Rafingora Community Information Centre at an…
Company on-track to grow its portfolio by 45 percent through the end of 2023 with over 100 properties under development Marriott International (www.Marriott.com) today announced it expects to add 19 new properties and more than 3,000 rooms to its Middle East and Africa portfolio in 2019. Underpinning a strong demand for its diverse brands, the new…
By Tatenda Mujeyi The First lady, Auxillia Mnangagwa has been appointed the country’s health Ambassador owing to her continued efforts to support the health sector. The appointment which coincided with the launch of the Nursing Now Zimbabwe project was attended by the health ministry, World Health Organisation and mostly health related associations. The appointment was…
The European Union has released EUR 1 million to enhance community-based surveillance at some of Zimbabwe’s busiest borders and along the routes that migrants travel, to improve migration management and inform preparedness plans in urban areas. Implemented by IOM Zimbabwe over 24 months, the project seeks to strengthen IOM’s Flow Monitoring (FM) activities at borders,…
By Byron Mutingwende The Simuka-Phakama 2018 Green enterPRIZE Innovation Challenge is creating a platform for green enterprise development and eco-innovation to thrive Zimbabwe by empowering the citizens and businesses, particularly the youth and women, to become drivers of green and decent jobs creation. By facilitating their access to a tailored business development programme, supported by…
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…
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…
On Tuesday 20 April 2021, the United States House of Representatives passed the Young African Leaders Initiative Act of 2021, H.R. 965, authored by Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA), Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Global Human Rights. “Already, President Biden has signaled to the world his support for strengthening…
Gideon Madzikatidze and Byron Mutingwende Churches should be non partisan and project themselves as custodians of peace, unity and development ahead of the the 2018 general elections, Vincent Goredema, the Overseer of the United Apostolic Faith Church of God has said. He made the remarks during the absorption and confirmation of 75 women into the…
Delegates from various Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries and local officials toured the Dinson Iron and Steel Company (DISCO) in Mvuma last week, marking the conclusion of the 44th SADC Industrialization Week. The visit showcased Africa’s largest steel plant which recently started producing steel billets at its plant and highlighted technological and innovative…
By Elvis Dumba Nyabira, Zvimba – The First Lady, Dr. Amai Auxillia Mnangagwa has called for investment in waste management to ensure a cleaner environment. The First Lady, who is the country’s patron for the environment, was in Nyabira for the monthly national clean-up day where she led a waste cleaning and tree planting exercise….
The Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit (AFSH) organized by the African Union concludes with the adoption of a 10-year action plan that aims to increase investments in the local production and distribution of both organic and inorganic fertilizers, ensuring they reach 70% of small-holder farmers across the continent. The plan reasserts the 2006 Abuja…
Rev Dr Kenneth Mtata (NCP Spokesperson) Yesterday, 13th of December 2019 the National Convergence Platform (NCP) was successfully launched in Harare at Kentucky Hotel in Hatfield, Harare. The event was marked by a colourful Church session led by the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations(ZHOCD) through a powerful and flowing liturgy. ATTENDANCE The event was attended…
A business deeply rooted in serving its customers, Mukuru has partnered with Gorimbo on his journey of progress as he continues to positively contribute to the well-being of his community Mukuru (https://www.Mukuru.com), a leading next-generation financial services provider for Africa’s emerging consumers, has appointed Zimbabwe-born MMA fighter Themba Gorimbo as its newest brand ambassador to…
By Victor Vimbai Mwendamberi Death is not my destiny but is a right of passage after someone has done their will. Reclining, recollecting and yearning for the good old days as I am thinking loudly regretting the present times, I know surely my time will come. As we celebrate our independence what independence are we…
Eagles – 193 all out in 61 overs (Kudzai Maunze 51, Brad Evans 38, Oskar Kolk 31; Tendai Chisoro 4/37, Innocent Kaia 3/27, Travor Mutsamba 1/13) Southern Rocks – 449 all out in 116 overs (Roy Kaia 96, Andre Odendaal 80, William Mashinge 71; Honest Ziwira 4/98, Tapiwa Mufudza 3/107, Tadiwanashe Nyangani 2/70) Day 2…
The Embassy of the State of Palestine in Harare condemns in the strongest terms Apartheid Israeli’s pursuit of punitive measures and sanctions against Palestine which include withholding $39 million from its tax revenues, freezing construction plans to benefit Palestinians in West Bank’s Area C, and targeting the Palestinian leaders including the Foreign Affairs Minister Dr….
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,…
The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) in collaboration with the Namibia Ports Authority and the Ministry of Works and Transport, as well as other key industry stakeholders in the Republic of Namibia, will be conducting a trade mission to the Republic of Zimbabwe from 18th June to 2nd July 2021. The main aim of the…
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The conflict in the Gaza Strip has escalated to open public artificial intelligence (AI) warfare as there appears to be a newfound battle for control of leading global social media platforms. The clampdown on perceived dissenting voices on social media platforms is now a cause for grave concern. Those sections and individuals…
With instant access to thousands of the best shows and movies, you can always find something thrilling to watch on DStv. From family feuds to finding love in a villa, our May line-up is filled with binge-worthy content that will have you cosying up on the couch and cancelling those social plans. Here are some…
Hon Mangaliso Ndlovu, the Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry today endorsed the appointment of Winnie Muchanyuka as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) with the latter promising to put hands on the deck to ensure a positive turnaround of the state-owned enterprise. “The appointment of Winnie Muchanyuka…
By Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo Phenomenological studies proves that the best tool for power retention, is violence and confrontational politics. Our nation is buffeted by inconsistencies, buffeted by lack of cohesion, incapacitated by lack of direction and dirty politics. We must move away from politics of the past, we are beyond this, we need Development, we…
By Kumbirai Mafunda Human rights lawyers are working on filing an appeal against the conviction and imprisonment of prominent pro-democracy campaigner Makomborero Haruzivishe after he was imprisoned for 20 months by Harare Magistrate Judith Taruvinga on charges of inciting public violence and resisting arrest by law enforcement agents. Magistrate Taruvinga, who on Wednesday 31 March…
Article by H.E. Mr. Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu first published in The New York Times ANKARA, Turkey — It is dismaying that Turkey’s military operation in northeastern Syria is being spun in the American news media as an attack on Kurds, as weakening the fight against the remnants of Daesh (or the so-called Islamic State) and hurting…
By Marlvin Ngiza A call has been made to the government and policymakers for urgent enactment of a Sign Language Act in order to ensure its mandatory use in all public institutions so as to address obstacles faced by deaf people in accessing basic services. Deaf Zimbabwe Trust (DZT) Executive Director Barbra Nyangairi revealed that…
African leaders gathered for a three-day meeting to draw attention to the 2022 African Union Year of Nutrition. The meeting ended with the signing of an “Abidjan Declaration” African Union Member States met in Abidjan and called on governments to speed up investment, coordination, and implementation of programs to improve nutrition and food security in…
The United Nations office in Zimbabwe has fully embraced the 2030 Agenda which pursues the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as its roadmap for inclusive development. The United Nations Team in Zimbabwe, in support of national development priorities and in partnership with development partners, has reiterated its commitments articulated under the 2016-2020 Zimbabwe United Nations Development…
For the first time in history, the European Union showcased what it offers at its own stand at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF). As #TeamEurope, the EU stand is hosting the EU and EU Member States (Sweden, France, Italy, and The Netherlands this year), as well as various # TeamEurope-funded projects being implemented in…
Chedonje Primary School has received a significant boost to its agricultural projects, thanks to the generosity of a local businessman who has funded the drilling of a borehole on the school’s premises. The borehole will provide a reliable source of water for the school’s agricultural projects, including crop cultivation, animal husbandry, and environmental conservation. …
By Sirak Gebrehiwot (UN Communications Specialist) The UN team, led by the United Nations Resident Coordinator, Mr. Bishow Parajuli, comprising of UNICEF Representative, Dr. Mohamed Ag Ayoya; IOM Chief of Mission, Ms. Lily Sanya; WFP Representative and Country Director, Mr. Eddie Rowe; and UNDP Country Director Mr. Georges van Montfort concluded a three-day field visit,…
Two community football coaches, one male and one female, will attend an exclusive training programme with Arsenal Football Development coaches in London Arsenal and online money transfer service, WorldRemit (https://www.WorldRemit.com), are offering one male and one female football coach from Africa or the Americas the chance to attend an exclusive training programme with Arsenal Football Development coaches…
International buyers have started arriving for the eagerly awaited Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo, scheduled to roar into life from 12 to 14 October in Bulawayo. Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) spokesperson, Godfrey Koti, speaking from the Robert Mugabe International Airport said that preparations for this year’s edition were well underway, with the exhibitors’ registration deadline fast…
By Byron Zamasiya and Mukasiri Sibanda To better track impact of capacity building work with Parliament on promoting transparency and accountability in the mining sector, Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) jointly agreed with Parliament of Zimbabwe to come up with performance targets. This was agreed during a workshop facilitated by ZELA on Mining Fiscal Transparency and…
On the 17th of March 2022, the Zimbabwe Coalition and Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) launched the #HOWFAR 2.0 Campaign which is aimed at re-igniting the pace for the previous campaign that was launched in September 2021. The agenda remains the same – To demand the government to be transparent and accountable in the management of…
The late Senator Murisi Zwizwai has been described as one of the bravest and most pioneering champions of change since he was a founding member of the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) and a senior official in the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC). Hon Zwizwai passed away in hospital in the early hours of 1…
Pan-African Parliament to establish African Parliamentarian Caucus on Immunisation The Pan-African Parliament has adopted a resolution on the establishment of an African Parliamentarian Caucus on Immunisation, to drive forward the body’s commitment to ensuring that all children across the continent have access to the vaccines they need. “Expanding access to immunisation will help lay the…
By Dumisani O. Nkomo In last week’s instalment, I analysed the chances of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Nelson Chamisa’s prospects in the 30 July Presidential race. In this instalment I will focus on the chances of four other contenders for the presidency but more importantly assess the extent to which they will have an impact…
By Lloyd Rabaya Renowned traditional gospel choir Dzika Mutumwa has promised their legion of fans a musical delicacy when they launch their 10th album in April. Also known as the International Apostolic Faith Mission Church Choir, the 11-member group has over the years managed to touch many souls, heal and preach through their music. Formed…
The licensing of community and campus radios is a positive step towards ensuring the provision of accurate information on Covid 19 in a bid to dispel myths and information, the Zimbabwe Association of Community Radio Stations (ZACRAS) has said. The statement comes as the world commemorates the 2021 World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) today…
The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (https://ICIEC.IsDB.org) is convening two special parallel events on June 2 and 3, at the IsDB Group’s Private Sector Forum, which will run at the IsDB’s 47th Annual Meetings in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. The two discussions with senior speakers will dive deep into climate…
By Joyce Mukucha and Anyway Yotamu. In an effort of continuing to promote access to inclusive sexual and reproductive health and rights and sexual gender based violence information and services in Zimbabwe, Katswe Sistahood continues to spearhead the SASA! Faith journey, a guide to preventing violence against women and HIV prevalence in faith based communities….
