Writes Elvis Dumba Mutorashanga – A Swift response by education authorities in Zvimba saved nine pupils who were facing the dilemma of failing to sit for their final ordinary-level examination after they had been sent back home over school fees. Concerned residents of Mutorashanga sought the assistance of Mashonaland West Province Minister of State for…
Writes Charles Dhewa The advent of digital solutions has brought confusion to the meaning of the word data. This continues to undermine indigenous knowledge systems and African intellectual heritage in several ways. Academics and researchers have always viewed data as a subset of information that can be collected and processed into diverse knowledge products such as…
At their 134th Meeting held on June 13, 2022, the Board of Directors of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) renewed their approval of a US$1 billion facility to operationalise the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) Adjustment Funds. It also approved a Grant Funding in the amount of US$10 million to seed the Base Fund of…
By Bernard Marr Blockchain technology promises to revolutionize many aspects of how we do business and if you believe the blockchain hype (of which there is plenty), may even be as disruptive as the internet was before it. Despite this, practical, real-world examples of blockchain technology can be a little thin on the ground –…
The extremist Israeli government continues to implement extremist policies, ignoring the international consensus to stop the war, protect civilians, and provide for their basic needs.
Writes Baboloki Semele At the recently concluded Afreximbank Annual Meetings, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) signed two significant deals with Zimbabwe’s largest bank, CBZ Bank Limited. These agreements include a US$60 million line of credit and a US$20 million Afreximbank Trade Facilitation Programme (AFTRAF) facility, totalling US$80 million. The US$60 million line of credit is designed…
Facebook plans to integrate its messaging services on Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. While all three will remain stand-alone apps, at a much deeper level they will be linked so messages can travel between the different services. Facebook commented that it was at the start of a “long process”. The plan is believed to be…
In the second round of the elimination stage Senegal and Mauritius fight for a place in the group stage this weekend The third match of the Rugby Africa Cup (RAC) 2020 between Senegal and Mauritius kicks off on Saturday, 30 November at 16:00 local time (18:00 CAT) at the Leopold Sedar Senghor Stadium in Dakar,…
By Marlvin Ngiza Girls and young women movement, Shamwari YeMwanasikana has raised concerns over the increase of fatalities caused by unsafe backyard abortions. Shamwari YeMwanasikana Founding Director Ekenia Chifamba expressed the need to review laws that regulate the termination of pregnancy and set harsh penalties for people who take part in unsafe backyard abortions. She…
As the nation is battling to contain the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic that is affecting schools, work, and communities while slowing down the pace of the government’s efforts towards a middle-income economy by 2030, the Kuwadzana Constituency in Harare took heed of President Mnangagwa’s clarion call for sustainable development. The Kuwadzana Development Association…
The second phase of the Future farm will also include upgrades to the existing road and farm infrastructure and digitizing the mechanisation and agronomy training material AGCO, Your Agriculture Company (NYSE:AGCO) (www.AGCOCorp.com), has revealed plans for further development of the Future Farm project in Zambia. This was announced on 31 July, 2019, at the 150ha…
Enterprising businessman, Moven Kufa who runs a thriving beer joint and butchery in Budiriro 2 is using the pool game to drive sports development under the famous Movado Cup. Running the Status Night Club, Kufa is the proprietor of the Status Pool Club that competes in the Harare Professional Pool League (HPPL). He founded the…
Cimas Medical Aid Society’s board of trustees has assured stakeholders that Cimas is in a sound financial position and that investigations are underway into allegations made by one of its senior executives. The allegations were made as part of a submission to the Ministry of Labour by the said executive. A statement issued by the…
Oxfam’s Women Economic Empowerment and Care (WE CARE) also known as the ‘Work your Dreams project in Zimbabwe’ is working on exploring how to break the barrier of unpaid care work that limits women’s empowerment and their participation in all spheres of life. Basically the project explores how unpaid care work serves as a…
Leaders should devise an “incentive structure” to promote a startup culture among young Africans. “I think they will produce the magic,” Albert Muchanga, the African Union’s Commissioner for Trade and Industry, told a gathering on infrastructure at the United Nations on Wednesday. Muchanga said colleagues were working to “harmonise our policies, rules and regulations” to…
Leading Medical Aid Society Cimas has today launched the iGo Wellness Hub, a one stop health facility to provide Cimas medical aid members access to fitness, dietician, wellness coaching and general risk profiling under one roof at the Borrowdale Racecourse. iGo- a health and wellness package that is unprecedented in the medical aid sector now…
Mountaineers – 182 all out in 56.1 overs (Richmond Mutumbami 51, Roy Kaia 50, Kudzai Sauramba 32; Cuthbert Kamusoko 3/17, Trevor Garwe 3/36, Tapiwa Mufudza 2/66) Eagles – 102-4 in 32.5 overs (Wesley Madhevere 42, Chamu Chibhabha 28, Kudzai Maunze 13; William Mashinge 2/24, Tafadzwa Muzarawetu 1/21, Tinashe Muchawaya 1/28) Day 1 – Stumps:…
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…
By Jacob Kudzai Mutisi The Cyber Security and Data Protection Bill is awaiting the signature of the President of Zimbabwe to become law. The purpose of the bill is to consolidate cyber-related offences and provide for data protection with due regard to the Declaration of Rights under the Constitution and the public and national interest,…
By Joyce Mukucha Following the discontinuation announcement of the HVTN 705 / HPX2008 trial which is also known as the Imbokodo study, scientists said they will remain positive about finding a solution to prevent HIV infection. The study which started in 2017 and ended in June 2020 was aimed at testing the efficacy of vaccines…
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Office for Southern Africa is hosting the 26th Meeting of the Intergovernmental Committee of Senior Officials and Experts (ICSOE) for Southern Africa virtually on the theme “Policies and Strategic Effective Private Sector Led Growth and Job Creation” from October 28 to 29, 2020. The 26th Meeting of the ICSOE…
By Nevson Mpofu Africa and the developing world have been urged to fund the Green Energy Revolution to the tune of at least $49, 4 billion from the current $9 billion. The World Bank has since 2007 financed $31 billion energy projects in developing countries especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. To reduce poverty, there is need…
By Elvis Dumba Traditional leaders in Zvimba South Constituency got a boost in carrying out their traditional duties after receiving bicycles from their legislator, Dr. Philip Chiyangwa. The traditional leaders who have been complaining of incapacitation in carrying out their duties were handed over the bicycles by Zvimba South Legislators who said traditional leaders are…
The Government of Japan and the United Nations Population Fund, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, yesterday handed over ambulances, health equipment, and commodities, among other support, to the Government of Zimbabwe worth over US$1 million. Zimbabwe is currently experiencing a humanitarian crisis caused by multiple factors, including recurring droughts and a dire…
By the United Nations INTRODUCTION These guidelines have been prepared by the United Nations Office at Geneva as part of efforts to implement the United Nations Disability Inclusion Strategy, launched in 2019. The Strategy is a key framework for policy and action to mainstream disability inclusion at the United Nations. It is aimed at removing…
The corona pandemic is causing turmoil worldwide and has had a massive impact on economic activity. Internal legal departments are therefore facing new challenges. On the one hand, companies are cutting their budgets for legal services, and on the other hand, the complexity and amount of legal issues is increasing. In-house lawyers have to minimize…
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi Fellows Zimbabwean youth, the recent events in Kenya have shown the transformative potential of digital activism. Just as the young Kenyans have harnessed the power of technology to amplify their voices and drive change, Zimbabwean youths too can emulate their success and use digital platforms to champion the issues that…
By Byron Mutingwende In a move perceived by many as counter-productive, Zimbabwe is set to lose close to US$100 million worth of exports annually after Astro Mobile failed to get support to set up a manufacturing plant in the country but was instead welcomed in Zambia. “The move by the government to put…
Dr Major Anywhere Mutambudzi, Director of Media Services in the Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services has underscored the importance of the media in making the goals and aspirations of the United Nations a reality. He made the call during a UN Media Workshop at the Great Zimbabwe Hotel running from Sunday 7…
Death is an inevitable part of life, and during such difficult times, the last thing anyone wants to worry about is the financial burden associated with funeral expenses. Recognising the need for accessible and affordable funeral insurance, Zambuko Insurance Company has introduced a range of comprehensive packages that provide individuals and families with peace of…
By the Zimbabwe Public Affairs Section of US Embassy (ZimPAS) The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) tested over 100 individuals for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, and shared health information with over 1000 community members at the first preparatory tournament for the Homeless World Cup held in Harare’ Hatcliffe township June 2nd….
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 Dr. Maurice Ezuruike The ongoing review process of the Pan-African Parliament’s (PAP) Rules of Procedure presents a unique opportunity to clarify by definition the true interpretation of the concept of “any other deliberative organ” as reflected in Rule 6 of the PAP’s rules of procedure and invoked generally as a synonym to National Parliaments…
CBZ Holdings won the listed companies’ Overall Best Corporate Governance Disclosures Award for the second year running at the 2021 Excellence in Corporate Governance Awards, held at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in Harare on Wednesday evening. Its subsidiary, CBZ Bank, won the banking institutions’ Overall Best Corporate Governance Disclosures Award. First Mutual Holdings won the…
By Baboloki Semele During the high-level week of the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly, leading African Ministers of Health joined UNAIDS, PEPFAR, global health institutions, and partners in New York in rallying to sustain their commitments to end AIDS and accelerate their response to current and future pandemics. The high-level side event…
By Byron Mutingwende St Patrick’s Mission Hospital in Hwange and the Zimcare Trust were beneficiaries of two brand-new off-road vehicles donated by Leonard Cheshire Disability Zimbabwe (LCDZ) with the hope of improving the two organisations’ operations. Zimcare is an apolitical private voluntary organisation (PVO) that has 14 affiliate centres, 11 of which cater…
The Zimbabwe Institute of Public Relations (ZIPR) has elected Thandolwenkosi Nkomo as president following its Annual General Meeting held on Friday 10 May 2024. Mr Nkomo, a seasoned communications professional who has been an active member of ZIPR for several years, takes over from Hazel Zisanhi, who completed a successful two-year term as the institute’s…
Empowering Smallholders through Market Approaches The lack of agricultural biodiversity in farming systems threatens nutritional security for nearly 3 billion people in India and Africa or roughly 40 percent of the global population. Around 600 million smallholder farmers (with a bulk in India and Africa), who are working on less than two hectares…
On Friday 28 January 2022 Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony, held an African Press Conference online via the Zoom platform entitled Testimony on the Parables of the Secrets of Heaven and Their True Meanings. Mr. Man-Hee Lee, chairman of Shincheonji, and journalists from 55 African countries were in…
By Joyce Mukucha The Sexual Reproductive Health Rights(SRHR) Southern Africa Trust(SAT), a regional high impact organisation which works to improve access to SRHR for adolescents and young adults has eqquiped members of the fourth estate with knowledge to prioritize sexual and reproductive health rights issues and report them in an accurate manner. A one-day workshop…
Everyone has a role to play in helping Zimbabwe achieve the vision of becoming a middle income economy by 2030, Health and Child Care Minister Obadiah Moyo said on Friday, when he toured the newly renovated Cimas Medical Laboratory in Harare. Speaking after touring the laboratory, which has been re-equipped as well as refurbished,…
By Kavit Majithia Virgin Media O2 reportedly entered into discussions to buy TalkTalk, making an opening £3 billion offer as the race to acquire the UK fixed player hots up following interest from other industry players. Sky News broke the news of the talks by Virgin Media O2, citing sources that stated negotiations between the pair…
Zimbabwe’s inaugural Tourism Satellite Account (TSA) is meant to improve the measurement of the performance of the tourism sector, Hon Barbra Rwodzi, the Deputy Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry has said. She made the remarks during the launch of the Tourism Satellite Account at a glamorous event held in Harare today that…
Issues of job creation and improved livelihoods of the people are topical at the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN) in Dakar, Senegal where the Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry, Hon Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndhlovu is leading Zimbabwe’s delegation. The Ministerial segment is being held from 15 to 16 September 2022. The…
Non-state actors in southern Africa have welcomed plans by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to develop a robust engagement mechanism aimed at enhancing coordination and harmonization of efforts to drive the regional integration agenda. Currently, engagement between Non-State Actors (NSAs) and the SADC Secretariat is based on various Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with different…
