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Scientists call for Africa to adopt gene editing for success of agriculture
MOMBASA, KENYA – Scientists attending the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) strategic meeting on gene editing in Mombasa, Kenya have called for muti-stakeholder collaboration to ensure the success of the biotechnology meant to ensure food and nutrition security in Africa. In her presentation, Dr. Florence Wambugu, the Chief Executive Officer of Africa Harvest, said gene…
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AfCFTA Intergenerational Dialogue Forum to promote peace and security
Writes Reginald Tapfumaneyi Lusaka – The Common Market for East and Southern Africa (COMESA) in partnership with the African Centre for Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD), Epukaugadi, Horn of Africa Youth Network, Institute for Security Studies, National Development Council, Save the Children and the European Union are currently hosting a three-day Intergenerational Dialogue Forum in…
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NetOne bankrolls regional pageant for people with albinism
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The inaugural Mr and Miss Albinism Southern Africa pageant held last Saturday at Rainbow Towers in Harare was a resounding success, placating recognition in a seamless society for all sections of the community. Brenda Mudzimu, an advocate for persons with albinism and Executive director of Miss Albinism Zimbabwe Trust, said the regional…
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Peace and human development not responsibility of politicians alone: African NGOs
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) across Africa and around the world will meet in Nairobi, Kenya, from 21-22 November 2023 to converge on sustainable peace and socioeconomic development of the African continent. For too long, the realisation of peace and human development in Africa has been left in the hands of politicians. Despite the enormous contribution of…
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Zimbabwe to host SDGs Conference with Vision 2030 under the spotlight
All is set for Zimbabwe’s first Annual SDGs Conference, signaling the start of a 7-year sprint to national, continental, and global acceleration of the delivery of the country’s blueprint (NDS1), sustainable development goals, and the Agenda 2063 as well as Vision 2030. This first annual event conference is to show a significant milestone in which…
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Devolution stimulates community development: UN
Writes Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi – The country’s devolution program where communities participate in key decision-making activities in developing their communities has caught the eyes of international humanitarian and development partners under the United Nations. This came out after United Nations Resident Coordinator, His Excellency Edward Kallon, paid a courtesy call to Mashonaland West Provincial Minister…
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Zimbabwe Gender Commission launches National Inquiry on child marriages
By Lloyd Rabaya As the world was celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child yesterday, the Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) launched a National Inquiry on child marriages in Zimbabwe to foster efforts to put an end to the scourge by 2030 in line with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Second Republic’s…
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African NGO Summit 2023 in Kenya to focus on sustainable peace and development
Kenya will host the 2023 African NGO Summit, in Nairobi, from 21-22 November 2023 at the Trademark Hotel. The event is organised by the African NGO Council, an African regional membership association of NGOs, and it will bring together 700 national and international NGOs, donor institutions, diplomats, philanthropists, civil society actors, political leaders, journalists, social…
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Zimbabwe’s Green Energy Accelerator Project selected to compete in Rome
Writes Reginald Tapfumaneyi Zimbabwean youth-led project, Green Energy Accelerator (GEA) by Youth and Economic Capital Fund in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), together with the Ministry of Energy and Power Development, has been selected as one of the top 30 Global innovations for Renewable Energy to compete at the Global Youth4Climate Conference…
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African Union launches continental strategy on education, health and wellbeing for young people
The African Union (AU), through the Department of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI), in collaboration with UNESCO, IPPF, UNFPA, and WHO, launched the Continental Strategy on Education for Health and Well-being of Young People. The African Union broadcasted the launch of the Continental Strategy on the 11th of October 2023 during the Global Forum…
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Commendable strides registered towards meeting needs of various populations
During the 20th International Inter-Ministerial Conference on South-South and Triangular Cooperation on Population and Development underway in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe has demonstrated that it is on track towards meeting the needs of its various populations. In his keynote address, while officially opening the event that will lead up to the commemoration of the 30th Anniversary…
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Why African farming communities are fed up with African politics
Writes Charles Dhewa Partisan politics has made it difficult for African countries to unlock value from natural resources such as land, water, and favorable climate. Otherwise, farming communities would be living more fulfilling lives than urban dwellers. In spite of resources being spent on sending children to school, African politics does not provide space for…
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ZPHCA’s youth with disabilities peer learning programme positively transforms lives
Zimbabwe Parents of Handicapped Children’s Association (ZPHCA) recently hosted the Youth with Disability Peer Learning Exchange Feedback Meeting in Harare. More than 30 youth with disabilities from various neighbourhoods of the greater Harare Province attended. The event was facilitated by Emilia July, Thomas Chanduru, and Fungai Muchoko. The 3 facilitators are all part of the…
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Multi-stakeholder collaboration ensured effective Idai disaster risk reduction
Multi-stakeholder collaboration ensured the success of the Zimbabwe Idai Recovery Programme, a senior United Nations official has said. UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Mr. Edward Kallons made the remarks virtually that were delivered at the end of the Zimbabwe Idai Recovery Programme Event held at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in Harare. He reiterated UN partnerships…
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African Renaissance Sustainable Development publication to spotlight green economy
Renowned philanthropist, and avid student of environmental issues focusing on climate change resilience, Nehemiah Chipato is set to launch a second publication on the green economy ahead of COP28 to be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Chipato, who is the founder of African Renaissance Sustainable Development has organised annual climate change events around the…
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44 million new teachers must be recruited by 2030: UNESCO
On World Teachers’ Day, new UNESCO projections reveal a serious global shortage of teachers in all regions of the world. 44 million new teachers are needed to meet the SDG goal of achieving primary and secondary education for all by 2030. While the new figure is significantly lower than the 69 million gap calculated in 2016, progress…
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Grain Swap project launched
Staff Reporter Mola, Kariba District – As the climate change-induced weather patterns threaten to affect food security, the government has put in place measures to ensure that communities in drought-prone areas have adequate food. Mashonaland West Provincial Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Marian Chombo today launched the Grain Swap Program at…
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Stakeholders call for gender-sensitive approaches to disaster risk reduction
Stakeholders are calling for gender-sensitive approaches to disaster prevention, mitigation and recovery strategies, and natural disaster assistance in pursuit of sustainable development. This came to the fore today during a workshop titled ‘Gender and Disaster Risk Management’ a topical subject since the climate is changing and affecting everyone worldwide. Addressing delegates, Hon Monica Mutsvangwa, the…
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14th ADFNS Commemoration, 19th CAADP Partnership Platform on cards
Writes Baboloki Semele Lusaka, Zambia, is set to become the focal point of significant events at the end of this month. The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with various departments and partners and African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) are organizing a series of important gatherings to commemorate the 14th Africa Day for Food and…
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Palestine committed to defending all religions without discrimination
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The State of Palestine has demonstrated protection and recognition of all religions without discrimination as it condemns the spitting on non-Jews, especially Christians and tourists. Palestine Ambassador to Zimbabwe, H.E Dr Tamer Almassri made the statement in a media communique today. “The State of Palestine condemns the continued incursions by extremist Israeli…
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MCAZ revokes licenses of drug peddlers
Writes Lloyd Rabaya The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) has revoked six permits for wholesale dealers and cancelled four persons licenses who were peddling drugs in the ghettos and others for exporting to neighboring countries. MCAZ has a mandate of releasing the country from the vice of drugs and substance abuse and thereby…
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Help fight corruption and drug abuse: Minister tells church
Staff Reporter Chinhoyi – The church has been implored to join the fight against societal ills such as corruption and drug abuse and stamp its authority as custodians of principled values. The call was made by Mashonaland West Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Marian Chombo when she addressed the United Family…
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CABS, TM Pick n Pay Pink Campaign partnership supports fight against breast cancer
CABS has joined forces with TM Pick n Pay for the Pick Pink Campaign which runs throughout the month of October. This is an initiative to raise awareness of the importance of early cancer detection as well as to support cancer patients in Zimbabwe. The partnership is for the greater purpose of raising funds for…
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Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe takes stance against drug abuse
The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is committed to protecting public and animal health through its regulatory functions. As part of this mandate, MCAZ recognizes the urgent need to combat drug and substance abuse in Zimbabwe. Drug abuse is a complex issue that affects individuals, families, and communities across Zimbabwe. It poses serious threats…
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Zimbabwe committed to upholding right to access to information
The government of Zimbabwe has been commended for its commitment to upholding the right to access information during the International Day for Universal Access to Information held on Thursday, 28 September 2023 In his remarks during the commemoration, Hon Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services hailed President Mnangagwa for creating…
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National Seed Fair breathes life into long-lost millet varieties
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By Lloyd Rabaya As the Green Stars traditional dance group was dishing out their transcendent performance of the Mbakumba dance, the unmitigated crowd’s cheerful plaudits with the golden dust going straight to the skies marked the permanent return of a lost hope. Since time immemorial in Zimbabwe, different occasions called for different dances, which vary…
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Africa, global south should act now on disaster risks reduction
Dr. Tendai Mhizha, the Secretary-General of the Health Harm Reduction Conference has urged the Global South, with a particular focus on the African continent, to take appropriate action to address challenges hindering sustainable development. She made the remarks during the second edition of the African and first edition of the South-South Health Harm Reduction Conference…
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Government urged to open industries to curb drug abuse
Writes Clayton Masekesa The government of Zimbabwe has been urged to open industries and create employment opportunities for youths to curb the incessant drug abuse and other vices. This came out during a Mutare Peoples’ Assembly held in Mutare on Friday, initiated by Fight Inequality Alliance Zimbabwe (FIAZ), which is an initiative that is aimed…
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Strong partnership between SADC and Non-State Actors can unlock benefits for the region
(September 29, 2023) – “One man cannot surround an anthill,” goes an African proverb that is used to explain in graphic terms how a huge or demanding task is easier accomplished when people work as a team rather than as individuals. This was one of the ringing recommendations that came out of the Third Regional…
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Themba Gorimbo honoured at ZimAchievers Awards (ZAA)
By Lloyd Rabaya UFC boxer, Themba Gorimbo, will be honoured at the 8th South African edition of the Zim Achievers Awards to be held on the 18th of November. The award is in honour of his resilience after the bumpy road he has been through but still stood strong until he became UFC Welterweight. Also,…
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Health harm reduction necessary for sustainable development: Africa CDC
Dr Ahmed E. Ogwell Ouma, the Deputy Director-General of the Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has said health harm reduction is the most viable option for attaining sustainable development on the continent. He made the remarks yesterday at the second edition of the African and first edition of the South-South Health…
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Estimating emissions accurately essential for effective mitigation and management strategies
Writes Baboloki Semele Methane emissions contribute to climate change and air pollution and are thus a major environmental concern. This was revealed by programme manager of solid waste management and circular economy at the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) in India, Richa Singh during a live discussion on CSE’s new report named ‘Methane Emissions…
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Carbon credits are a hoax: Climate Activists
By Lloyd Rabaya The government of Zimbabwe in May introduced a national carbon credit framework that is allegedly meant to oversee carbon trading as the much-hyped global initiative helps in mitigating the effects of climate change. Last month, the government also put in place Statutory Instrument (SI) 150 of 2023, which is meant to regulate…
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Disaster preparedness key in addressing health emergencies
Healthcare systems should prepare proactively in cases of natural disasters, Dr. Katlego Mothudi, the Managing Director at the Board of Healthcare Funders of Southern Africa (BHF) has said. He made the remarks today during the second edition of the African Conference on Risk Reduction that is taking place from September 27 to 29, 2023, in…
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Zimbabweans uncertain after harmonised elections results: Ostallos
By Lloyd Rabaya A dark cloud of uncertainty is hovering around Zimbabwe after the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) allegedly announced fraudulent results of the elections held from 23 to 24 August, according to opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) deputy spokesperson Gift Ostallos Siziba. This came out at a post-election assessment meeting held yesterday by…
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Morocco health harm reduction conference tackles risks related to natural disasters
The second edition of the African Conference on Risk Reduction is taking place from September 27 to 29, 2023, in Marrakech, under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. This internationally significant event is jointly organized by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Rural Development, and…
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Sky is the limit for renowned Masvingo’s Pastor Isaac Makomichi
Own Correspondent For youthful Masvingo prophet, Pastor Isaac Makomichi, life has been a roller coaster as the 30-year-old man of God has transformed from a hapless orphan into one of the biggest things in the world of Zimbabwean Pentecostal Churches. The story of Pastor Makomichi, a man of cloth-cum business mogul and philanthropist seems like…
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Chitungwiza Municipality warns residents on illegal sewer fees collection
Chitungwiza Municipality has warned its residents of rogue elements who are illegally demanding some funds to fix sewer problems in the area after making investigations on the matter. Some residents have fallen victim to unscrupulous Council employees who demand US$2 and above for sorting the evil-smelling sewer, and the Municipality also said there are…
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Agriculture insurance a wake up call as climate change takes toll
Writes Elvis Dumba Zvimba – The agriculture sector is facing a huge challenge due to the ever-changing weather patterns as a result of climate change. Zimbabwean farmers involved in various agriculture sectors have not been spared from the effects of climate change with threats of another poor rainy season due to the expected El-Nino weather…
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Mbire and Muzarabani communities feast on the Invictus Energy fig tree
By Lloyd Rabaya After their Mukuyu-1 Rig Site collapsed while trying to get to the Eureka moment, Invictus Energy shut down the well, and opened the Mukuyu-2 Rig Site, as the first one had failed to bring out the required result. However, contrary to the Bible’s Matthew 21:19 story where the tree ceased…
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Volunteer Dedication Highlights Success of HWPL World Peace Summit
A grand-scale international peace summit, hosted by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), unfolded in South Korea from September 18 to 20. This significant event, themed “Implementation of Multidimensional Strategies for Institutional Peace,” ran smoothly , thanks to the devoted efforts of 2,000 volunteers. The HWPL World Peace Summit brought together over 800 global…
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Gas leak at school investigated by authorities
Writes Elvis Dumba Kadoma – Officials from the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Mines, Defense, Environmental Management Agency, and security authorities as well as civil protection unit which includes police and army have instituted an investigation over a suspected unknown gas leakage or explosion that resulted in a gas poisoning incident at Jameson High School…
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Government intensifies climate-smart agriculture as El-Nino looms
Writes Elvis Dumba Zvimba – The government has put in place mechanisms to counter the effect of the predicted El-Nino weather phenomenon that is expected to affect the 2023-24 agriculture season. The government has intensified the climate-smart agriculture program, Pfumvudza/Intwasa by deploying senior government officials to the country’s districts. This was revealed by Professor Obert…
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Action needed for UN commitments on TB testing, treatment: MSF
OWN CORRESPONDENT NEW YORK/GENEVA, SEPTEMBER 22, 2023—The international medical humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) welcomes leaders’ signing of a political declaration today on tuberculosis (TB) during the United Nations High-Level Meeting (HLM) on TB. In this declaration, world leaders committed to ramp up TB testing, treatment, and prevention efforts—for both adults and…
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ZGC and ILO launch workplace sexual harassment manual
By Lloyd Rabaya The Zimbabwe Gender Commission, in conjunction with the International Labour Organization (ILO), today launched the workplace sexual harassment and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) manual, which will strengthen efforts by various organizations in fighting harassment at workplaces. Representatives from various organizations and government departments were present at the launch to show the pivotal…