By Byron Mutingwende The Zimbabwe Parents of Handicapped Children Association (ZPHCA) is partnering the City of Harare in an endeavour to make the later a gender and disability friendly, safe, resilient, inclusive and competitive world-class city. Theresa Makwara, the ZPHCA Grassroots Women Project Coordinator, in her welcome remarks during the City of Harare…
Old Mutual has confirmed the appointment of Samuel (Sam) Matsekete as the Group CEO-designate of Old Mutual Zimbabwe Limited (OMZIL). Sam will commence service on 1 January 2020 following the retirement of the current Group CEO, Jonas Mushosho at the end of 2019. He joins Old Mutual from First Capital Bank, where, in his current…
These biometric solutions enable the police force to better solve crimes through the electronic collection, storage and processing of fingerprints, palm prints and facial captures Gemalto (www.Gemalto.com), the world leader in digital security, is supplying its Cogent Automated Biometric Identification System (CABIS) (https://bit.ly/2SmrB2t) and LiveScan (https://bit.ly/2I7sM0Z) technology to the Ugandan Police. These biometric solutions enable the police force to…
The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) in conjunction with the Ministry of Environment, Tourism and Hospitality Industry and the tourism players are participating at the prestigious World Travel Market (WTM) being held at Excel in London, the UK from 5 – 7 November 2018. Speaking in an interview, the Chief Executive of the ZTA, Dr Karikoga…
By Marlvin Ngiza Learners at Mukodza Secondary School are set to benefit from the recently launched beekeeping project at the institution. Andrew Nhigo, the custodian of the project, hinted that the initiative will go a long way in equipping learners with skills as entailed by the new curriculum. Nhigo added that they expect to use…
In her book, “Akarangarirwa Pakukutu” – a Shona Novel, Laizah Singadi reminds humankind that no one chooses to be born with a disability hence the need to treat everyone as equal. “Everyone born with a disability should be respected. They are people like us and are only differently-abled. These people actually possess talents or gifts…
Tourism stakeholders converged at Great Zimbabwe University, for the 2021 World Tourism Day Academic Symposium under the theme “Tourism for Inclusive Growth”. This year’s commemorations came when the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic are battering the global tourism industry, with investment and job creation declining significantly. A total of 639,356 tourist arrivals were registered…
Writes Rumbidzai Mubirira A feeling of sadness and loss of interest in normal activities results in depression. Unnoticed, many people slipped into depression. Due to ignorance and lack of information, depression has been part of us for a long time, with people taking the symptoms as normal, resulting in a number of lives being lost….
By Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo The problem with Zimbabwe opposition is that everyone who opposes or criticizes them is labelled an agent of the State, and anyone who wants to bring advice is regarded as ” dzakutsaku”, or mutengesi. The parading of former MDC Alliance Senior member Lilian Timveous and Blessing Chebundo as ZANU (PF) members…
By Wisdom Mumera Chairperson of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Mines and Energy Honourable Temba Mliswa has commended Parliament for passing the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill hailing the move as a first step in redressing countless anomalies in the minerals sector. The Bill sailed through Parliament on Thursday and is now in the Senate…
New research: From elites to subsistence farmers, policies must be inclusive New research reveals the significant diversity of palm oil smallholders in Indonesia and provides essential information to help better target policies around producer compliance to sustainability standards. The study: Certification, good agricultural practice and smallholder heterogeneity: Differentiated pathways for resolving compliance gaps in the Indonesian…
The AfCFTA offers an opportunity for Mauritius to promote good governance both globally and across Africa By Chido Pamela Mafongoya & Veedushi Mooloo Mauritius, being strategically located between Asia and Africa, praise itself as having one of the continent’s most stable regulatory environment. The Mauritius Financial Centre has built a reputation as a safe, trusted,…
By Goodwell Kazingizi Veteran musician and songwriter Macwillis Foster Khamanga popularly known in the music circles as Mafokofoko says the music industry in this country has the potential to scale to greater heights. Speaking during an online interview with this publication, the Gweru-born maestro noted that despite the adverse challenges that mar the…
The launch of the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) initiative by the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) demonstrates a commitment to promoting health equality and equity in pursuit of fostering economic growth and upholding human rights. In his keynote address, Hon. Advocate Jacob Francis Nzwidamilimo Mudenda, the Speaker of…
On World Wetlands Day (2024), the Network for Environmental and Climate Justice (NECJ) reiterated the importance of wetlands for sustainable development and their centrality to human well-being. The 2024 theme for World Wetlands Day; “Wetlands and Human Wellbeing” outlines the interconnection between wetlands, sustainable development, and human health. NECJ said it is regrettable though to…
The young ladies team will be hosting their first international team, South Africa Under-20 in a two match series at Prince Edward High School on the 26th and 29th of June 2019 The Zimbabwe Under-20 national women rugby team has secured three commercial partners ahead of the historic bilateral series against South Africa Under-20 Women…
Rhinos Women – 140-2 in 20 overs (Mary-Anne Musonda 64*, Josephine Nkomo 56*; Nyasha Gwanzura 1/16, Rumbidzai Nire 1/30) Mountaineers Women – 126-4 in 20 overs (Francesca Chipare 25*, Pellagia Mujaji 24*, Chipo Mugeri 24; Kay Ndiraya 1/13, Mary-Anne Musonda 1/16, Kelly Ndiraya 1/23) Rhinos won by 14 runs Mary-Anne Musonda and Josephine Nkomo both…
By Clayton Masekesa MUTARE – A Mutare-based charitable organization – Touch A Life Movement (TALM) – has come to the rescue of a physically challenged resident who had appealed for assistance through social media. Bernard Mlambo, with his two daughters, had appeared on various WhatsApp groups appealing for assistance on school fees, food, and accommodation….
Ms. Eneida Fernandes has officially begun her assignment in Zimbabwe as the new World Bank Country Manager. In her new position, Ms. Fernandes’ priorities will be to effectively lead the Bank’s operational programs and engagement in the arrears clearance and debt resolution efforts, sustain and grow a constructive dialogue with the government, and work alongside…
NetOne, Zimbabwe’s state-owned mobile network operator, has partnered with Salutem International Medical Fund to launch an innovative healthcare product aimed at increasing access to primary healthcare services across the country. The Salutem One Health product, accessible through NetOne’s mobile money platform OneMoney, offers essential medical coverage for just US$1 per month. Speaking at the launch…
Accra, Ghana, 14 October 2024: For Africa to realise its immense potential – and address the anticipated doubling of its youth workforce to 1.6 billion people by 2050 – technical and vocational education and training (TVET) must be championed, delegates to the first-ever Africa Skills Week (ASW) conference heard today. ASW takes place in…
Gospel diva Janet Manyowa has delivered soothing Ndimi video. Oddly enough, the video isn’t anything we have not seen before but on a scale of one to five she scored four and half. This is because the video is cut from the same thread as the song. A good song needs a good video and…
The European Union, in collaboration with the Culture Fund, announced the award of grants to 42 exceptional projects by Zimbabwean artists as part of the first round of the Creative Actions II project. These grants amount to a total funding of USD 748,588. H.E. the EU Ambassador Jobst von Kirchmann expressed his excitement about awarding…
Rising gospel musician – Minister Lee Mugadza – is set to take the music industry by storm when he launches his third album titled ‘Jesu Aripo’. Minister Mugadza who is known for hits such as Chikwee, Adonai, Munoenda Nesu and many more will launch his new project ‘Juse Aripo’ virtually over the weekend. The South…
Food insecurity in Africa is off track. The situation keeps becoming aggravating as soaring food prices, inflation, conflict, and climate change are plunging parts of the continent into a severe and enduring food crisis, magnifying hunger and malnutrition. This extreme situation is hitting great swathes of Africa in the Horn of Africa and the Sahel particularly…
In response to recent media reports alleging the discovery of a cure for HIV and AIDS, Dr. Alex Gasasira WHO Representative to Zimbabwe said, “there is no cure for HIV infection. However, effective antiretroviral (ARV) drugs can control the virus and help prevent transmission so that people with HIV, and those at substantial risk, can…
Eagles Women – 147 all out in 39.4 overs (Christabel Chatonzwa 65, Modester Mupachikwa 34, Kellies Ndlovu 6; Ashley Ndiraya 5/37, Rebecca Chikomborero 2/19, Josephine Nkomo 2/25) Rhinos Women – 148-9 in 37.4 overs (Josephine Nkomo 81*, Mary-Anne Musonda 31, Nomatter Mutasa 9; Esther Mbofana 4/33, Christabel Chatonzwa 2/24, Precious Marange 1/24) Rhinos Women won…
By Tatenda Mujeyi Chrome miners convened at a consultative workshop organised by the Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe (MMCZ) have aired out the challenges they experience within the industry. This emerged at workshop held in Harare yesterday.The event was commended as a positive step in the coordination of chrome mining considering government’s efforts to implement…
The Government of Zimbabwe, through the Ministry of Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare will today launch the National Labour Migration Policy (NLMP). The policy is a product of the joint effort of the government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), with technical support from the International Labour Organization (ILO). It is aimed at…
The 5th Global Conference of the Elimination of Child Labour on 20 May 2022 closed with the adoption of the ‘Durban Call to Action’ to deal with the scourge of child labour. The conference was a collaboration between the South African Government, the ILO, Social Partners, International Organisations and other stakeholders. It took years of…
By Patricia Mashiri and Byron Mutingwende Both the society and the media are undermining sexual rights of minority groups, in contrast with the spirit of leaving no one behind as espoused in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS). In his opening remarks at a workshop held in harare under the theme “Media engagement Workshop on Sexual…
Zimbabwe has assumed the chairmanship of the Communications Regulators’ Association of Southern Africa (CRASA) and has called for SADC collaboration in the quest to leverage on ICTs as well as vast postal networks in member states to fight the pandemic. This emerged at the 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Communications Regulators’ Association of…
By Nevson Mpofu Zimbabwean women are geared for a summit slated for Dubai next year in March 2020. The unique, great and well-orchestrated summit will attract thousands of women from around the globe. The focus of the meeting is on entrepreneurial skills development. In an interview earlier on this week in Harare, Dr Reverend Abigail…
Real women, real stories and real impact; Spearheaded by international NGO, How Many Elephants, the pioneering World Female Ranger Award gives international recognition to a female wildlife ranger who has shown exemplary service and commitment to conservation. Purnima Devi Barman is a conservationist and biologist changing people’s perceptions of the Greater Adjutant Stork. Often referred to as a…
By Kumbirai Mafunda Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) joined the rest of Africa to commemorate the Day of the African Child, set aside by the African Union (AU) with a call for the government of Zimbabwe to put children’s rights first in order to alleviate the devastating impact of humanitarian situations. Commemorated every year…
EcoCash says most of its critical services are now stable and back to normal, with customers now able to carry out transactions on the EcoCash platform without facing challenges. “We are very encouraged by the progress we made in the past 24 hours in stabilizing the platform, and we can confidently say that all…
The government has put in place legal and policy frameworks backed by institutional mechanisms that are working towards Gender Based Violence prevention and response.
By Byron Mutingwende Peace is the foundation for progress and wellbeing and everyone has a duty to promote peaceful co-existence, Georges Van Montfort, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Country Director of Zimbabwe has said. Montfort made the remarks in Harare on Wednesday 27 September 2017 at the United Nations Information Centre during the…
Writes Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – The Zimbabwe Energy Regulating Authority (ZERA) has come up with plans to regulate the green energy sector through proposed Energy (Solar Products and Installation) Regulations that will ensure quality and safe solar energy production in the country in line with its rural electrification drive. The energy regulator is currently conducting…
By Byron Mutingwende In a move meant to supply the market with prosthesis and orthosis equipment for people with disabilities, Leonard Cheshire Disability Zimbabwe (LCDZ) has installed a state-of-the-art orthopaedic workshop at its headquarters in Harare. “LCDZ decided to include income generating projects in its financing structure to ensure that the organisation becomes…
On 12 August 2023, the United Nations System in Zimbabwe joined the world and Zimbabwe in commemorating International Youth Day. It affirmed this year’s theme “Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World.” The theme was chosen in recognition of the critical role that young people play in addressing global environmental challenges. In essence, green…
By Joyce Mukucha The Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Water, Climate and Rural Resettlement Rtd. Gen. Hon Perrance Shiri said Climate change was a cross-cutting issue affecting all socio-economic development sectors and urged line ministries to integrate climate change into their policy planning and budgeting frameworks as a way of mitigating the consequences. He was…
Writes Clayton Masekesa Villagers in Mushenjere and Kwaedza in Manhize, Midlands province, are facing acute hunger, as they are failing to plant their fields after losing their farming land to a Chinese company mining iron ore in the area. Dinson Iron and Steel Mining Company (DISCO) is a Chinese mining company that was awarded an…
Writes Chimeno Azriel The Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Hon Dr. Torerai Moyo commissioned the Kuredza Government Technical Primary School’s Early Childhood Development (ECD) block, three specialist rooms, led a field day, and awarded the school the first prize in commercial ventures in Kadoma on Monday. The significant event marked a milestone…
Another attempt to control the news regarding African football affairs In another attempt to control the news regarding African football affairs, the journalist Nazim Bessol, working for Algerian newspaper Botola, has seen his accreditation for the African Cup of Nations revoked. Initially Bessol received a confirmation approval letter with accreditation number 1206. However yesterday Bessol…
