By Goodwell Kazingizi Patricia Banda aka Miss Tee, a 29-year-old female Zim dancehall artiste is finding it difficult to rise to stardom in the music industry due to lack of financial resources. The talented singer has so far failed to make a breakthrough since launching her professional music career in 2014. Born in Harare…
Sowell Chikwari (Staff Writer) Zimbabwe and Malawi have moved to expedite the creation of an enabling environment for increased private sector participation and investment in the two countries to stimulate trade and economic growth. This comes as trade between the two countries has declined over the years from a total of US$47 million in 2014…
By Byron Mutingwende The Labour and Economic Development Research Institute of Zimbabwe (LEDRIZ) has produced a publication focusing on the importance of upholding socio-economic rights of the citizens. Dr. Prosper Chitambara, while introducing the publication titled “Socio-economic rights in Zimbabwe: A Situational Analysis 1980–2018 “ to journalists in Harare on 30 October 2018, said…
The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) will today, the 29th of June 2022 launch a study on the Protection of Property and Mining Rights in Zimbabwe. The study critically analyses the property rights regime and the regulatory framework in Zimbabwe which is supposed to play a catalytic role in mining investments in the country. The…
By Lovemore Chazingwa The management of public administration affairs now demands a scientific approach as it can no longer be tackled in a haphazard manner, Chief Justice Luke Malaba has observed. Chief Justice Malaba made the remarks when he was asked to reinforce his introduction, by Justice Ministry Permanent Secretary Virginia Mabhiza, during the official…
The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) is in Bulawayo Province as part of its aggressive nationwide Service Excellence training programme for operators in the region. Led by the national tourism organisation’s Destination Management Division, the programme seeks to equip all tourism front-line staffers responsible for client services and interactions. The program is running in line with…
Building productive, nutritious, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable African food systems accelerates the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. This was revealed today by Hon Ildephonse Musafiri, Rwanda’s Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources during the official opening of the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) 2024 in Kigali, Rwanda. He…
BancABC Zimbabwe, the local banking subsidiary of Pan African Banking Group – Atlas Mara, has officially made local dancehall artist Rodney Mashandure, popularly known as “Jah Master”, a brand ambassador for its popular local remittance service – City Hopper. City Hopper allows customers to instantly send US Dollars and Rands between cities in Zimbabwe through…
A High-Level Segment of the 10th Meeting of Parties (MoP10) to the Water Convention in Ljubljana, Slovenia has demonstrated the importance of transboundary water cooperation. Key dignitaries who attended the meeting include Zimbabwe’s Deputy Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development Hon. Vangelis Peter Haritatos; H.E. Mr. Robert Golob, Prime Minister of…
By Charles Dhewa African countries have been taking advice from foreign technical experts for generations. If technical expertise was a solution, the majority of countries and poor communities would have moved out of poverty by now. The fact that poverty levels have remained the same and in some cases worsened indicates a need for developing…
Eswatini Hip Hop artists Greg XV and Malcolm.E have partnered on a new lockdown track called ‘Quarantine’. The song is dedicated to everyone going through a difficult time during the COVID-19 pandemic and was inspired by an appreciation for their American Peace Corps volunteer friends who were forced to return to their home country due…
Exports generated by international tourism reached USD 1.7 trillion in 2018, a 4% increase in real terms over the previous year, a new report from the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) shows. For the seventh year in a row, tourism exports grew faster than merchandise exports (+3%), reflecting solid demand for international travel in a generally…
By Tatenda Mujeyi Pastime Trust is actively engaging the arts industry whilst working towards art’s development of the sector. Founded 17 years ago by popular Zimbabwean actor, Jason Mphepo, the trust has grown to offer art solutions for the greater Zimbabwean Arts enthusiasts. “Patsime Trust was founded 17 years ago by popular TV personality in…
Agriculture plays a pivotal role in diving tourism, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has revealed. Speaking to this publication in an interview at the ongoing 113th Zimbabwe Agricultural Show running under the theme “Sustained Growth. Adaptation. Productivity and Linkages”, Godfrey ‘Chief’ Koti, the ZTA’s Head of Corporate Affairs said agriculture is one of the mainstays…
By Lloyd Rabaya Growing up in rural Gutu, in a family of six, flying to Brazil for the 2016 Rio Olympics was more than a dream come true for Felistas ‘Figo’ Muzongondi, who only saw that in her wildest dreams. Managing to qualify for the global tournament, of course with a stroke of fortune, was…
Format Honors Kobe Bryant and Has Teams Play to Final Target Score in Untimed Fourth Quarter All-Star Teams Compete to Win Each Quarter for Local Community Organizations; Format Honors Kobe Bryant and Has Teams Play to Final Target Score in Untimed Fourth Quarter. The NBA (www.NBA.com) announced today a new format for the 2020 NBA…
By Byron Mutingwende Harare-based lawyer, Dumisani Mthombeni has stood out as a paragon of the anti-corruption drive in Zimbabwe, with his work attracting accolades both locally and globally. Mthombeni obtained his law degree at the University of Zimbabwe in 2008. Besides the practice of law Dumisani is a youth and anti-corruption activist. He…
By Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi Zimbabwe’s cash crisis has created a need for financial inclusion. There is now a need to make banking services accessible and affordable to everyone in Zimbabwe and beyond and has been a buzzword for the last few years. Technology-based financial services have propelled innovation to “bank the unbanked” making daily…
OmniContact centre to help organisations focus on their core business activities, reduce costs The Econet group today unveiled the OmniContact – a standalone ‘business process outsourcing’ (BPO) unit that will offer local and foreign businesses, both private and public enterprises, a wide range of specialised outsourced services, designed to free them to focus on their…
The Bank’s intervention will complement a separate therapeutic and supplemental feeding program for vulnerable households The African Development Bank (https://AfDB.org/) has approved a grant of $1 million to boost a children’s food and nutrition security program in Bié province in Angola. The resources are from a special relief fund to the government of Angola, in…
By Ronnie Chisamba Kadoma-born upcoming hip hop musician Cartcrave – real name Calvin Muchabaiwa – is confident that his latest track will bring him success and propel him to stardom. Set to be released on social media platforms this Thursday, Pindirai is a hip-hop track with a touch of gospel. The song speaks…
The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), donated 20 brand-new, state-of-the-art ventilators to Solidarity Trust Zimbabwe to help Zimbabweans fight COVID-19. “We are pleased to deliver 20 ventilators, which complement Zimbabwe’s efforts to combat COVID-19 and demonstrate the United States’ ongoing commitment to supporting the people of Zimbabwe through this crisis…
Engaging youth in volunteerism brings countless benefits in fostering development, Hon Kudakwashe Mupamhanga, the Deputy Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development, and Vocational Training said at the Occasion of the Commemoration of the International Volunteers Day (IVD) today in Harare, the 7th of December 2023. “In Zimbabwe work in volunteerism has been focused on the youth…
Premier League, Serie A & La Liga wrap, 9-11 November 2018 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has warned his team that their lead at the top of the Premier League is “nothing” after surging back to the summit of the log with a 3-1 home win over derby rivals Manchester United on Sunday. …
H.E Ambassador Josefa Sacko, the Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment at the Africa Union Commission, has urged urgent action on the implementation of the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan. She made the call during a side event at the 20th Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP PP)…
By Kundai Marunya The recent closure of Harare’s premier arts hub, Book Café rendered the arts industry inactive both for upcoming and known artistes. It was especially a huge blow to Simuka Comedy, Zimbabwe’s leading comedy night that was born and nurtured at the venue. Though the effects are heavily felt, founders of the platform…
By Herzel Mushayabasa Popular radio personality Tilder Moyo is among the prominent people featured when the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards South Africa (ZAA SA) honoured various people at a glittering awards ceremony held on Saturday night at The Venue Melrose Arch in Johannesburg. The 7th edition of ZAA SA was held in partnership with ZororoPhumulani…
Own Correspondent Villagers in Musiiwa, Ward 16 Bindura South Constituency in Mashonaland Central vowed not to elect people who are using intimidatory tactics to force them to vote for them. Speaking to this publication, several villagers from across the ward expressed concern over the way some political players are force-marching them to political meetings. The…
By Gideon Madzikatidze A High Court judge has dismissed with costs a dispute over land in Harare’s high density suburb of Budiriro 4, which had degenerated into a nasty battle between apostolic sect members and their leader, Madzibaba Enock (Herbert Senda). Herbert Senda, 37, the court said, is the rightful owner of the land. He…
By Ross Geller Do you have a pet dog who loves going on walks? Are you worried about the safety of your furry friend? If you are a pet owner, it is natural for you to ensure that your dog is safe and protected when you step out of the secured four walls of your…
Writes Elvis Dumba Banket – ZANU PF members have been warned against promoting divisions ahead of the general elections slated for August this year. The warning was made by Zvimba South Constituency legislator, Dr Philip Chiyangwa, who is also the party’s central committee member at the Zvimba South Constituency Inter-district meeting held in Banket Dr….
To celebrate World Literacy Day and encourage and nurture a passion for learning, DStv and will be showcasing some of the favourite educational TV programmes for families and kids. The best thing about these edutainment shows is that children love to watch them, and they’ll learn something while at it! Talk about win-win. Here’s a round-up of…
MultiChoice Zimbabwe has sent out a reminder to existing and potential DStv viewers that they should make use of only accredited installers and agents when they need installations or other technical support services. Several customers have reported being given defective or substandard products and inadequate support from people posing as DStv installers and agents, but who…
Leveraging technological innovations with a focus on digitalization is essential for attaining increased effectiveness, efficiency, and competitive implementation of National Agricultural Investment Plans (NAIPs) in pursuit of the delivery of the Malabo Declaration on Africa Accelerated Agricultural Growth and Transformation. This came to the fore during a panel discussion on the last day of a…
After a year of action and unprecedented activity, the MultiChoice Group has unveiled an equally busy and eventful year ahead for its business operations, partners and customers across Africa. MultiChoice Zimbabwe publicity and public relations manager Liz Dziva said some of the plans for an exciting 2020 were unveiled at the recent MultiChoice media showcase,…
MultiChoice is adding two brand new channels to its roster, Magic Showcase and CineMagic, giving customers on all DStv packages (including DStv Lite) some of the best high-quality local and international content Magic Showcase (DStv Channel 143) launches Monday 31 October and is an 18-hour channel with content showing the best of MultiChoice’s locally produced series, specials,…
There is a need for countries to have a stand-alone budget for the infection prevention and control (IPC) programme to prevent healthcare-associated infections and future outbreaks, it has emerged. In her official opening remarks for the media briefing on the advocacy for a domestic IPC budget held in Harare today, the Director of Nursing Services…
By Audrey Rundofa Medicins Sans Frontiers (MSF) has donated a vehicle (Toyota Land Cruiser) worth $30 000 and sundry worth $3 450 to Ministry of Health and Child Care (Mental Health Services Department). The furniture consisted of eight chairs, fan, heater, binder, laminator and one armed chair. The donation took place in Harare on the…
By Desire Tshuma The Twins Association of Zimbabwe (TAZ ) this Saturday is set to officially launch its organization in Harare which shall be graced by His Excellency President Emerson Mnangagwa TAZ is an association that was founded in Harare in 2016 by Farai Lawyer Katonha and Tendai Mayor Katonha brothers, a set of Chitungwiza-based…
By Tatenda Mujeyi The Minister of Environment, Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Senator Priscilla Mupfumira has announced a new ten-member board for the Environmental Management Agency (EMA). The announcement comes after the expiration of the previous board’s term and the current board will serve a 5-year term. The announcement followed President ED Mnangagwa’s approval and was…
By Byron Mutingwende The Harare Residents Trust (HRT) has made several engagements with the Ministry of Local Government, Public works and National Housing and there seems to be no consideration of residents’ needs, as it appears the calls are falling on deaf ears. That emerged at a workshop held in Harare whereby residents…
World-renowned adventurer Holly Budge has launched the World Female Ranger Week (June 23-30th, 2022) to amplify the impact of female wildlife rangers on a global stage. This ground-breaking global awareness week, spearheaded by international NGO, How Many Elephants (HME) celebrates and supports female wildlife rangers – They’re bold, changing the game and paving the way for…
By Elvis Dumba The completion of the New Judicial Services Commission Complex that houses both the Magistrate and High Courts fulfills the aspirations for access to justice by the Mashonaland West community. The sentiments were made by the Ministry of Justice Legal and Parliamentary Affairs, Permanent Secretary Mrs. Virginia Mabhiza Speaking on the sidelines of…
The National Social Security Authority (NSSA) has placed workers on mandatory paid leave purportedly to conduct an investigation into corruption concerns raised by auditors. On 22 October 2019, NSSA suspended 24 executives and senior managers on the orders reportedly directed by the Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, Sekai Nzenza, to the board…
Regional integration is key for Africa to tap into its abundant renewable energy resources and fulfill development goals Nairobi, Kenya, September 4, 2023 –The African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) signed an agreement today aimed at supporting African countries in their efforts to achieve the African Union’s Agenda 2063…
