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NetOne extends a festive season giving hand to Rubatsiro Zimcare Trust
Real-time news for the people State owned mobile networks operator, NetOne has donated Christmas groceries worth ZWL $ 300 000 to Rubatsiro Zimcare Trust School in Kadoma. Rubatsiro Zimcare Trust was founded in 1986. The school has a current enrolment of 25 students. This initiative is part of NetOne ‘s mandate to transform and develop communities. In a statement, the mobile network operator said they are delighted to be involved in charity work.
Violence against Women is not Inevitable'- UN Women Chief
By Joyce Mukucha Today, the rest of the world join hands with the United Nations in celebrating 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence from 25 November to 10 December 2021, under the global theme set by the UN Secretary-General’s UNiTE campaign: “Orange the World: End Violence against Women Now!” According to UN Women, nearly 1 in 3 women have been abused in their lifetime.
ZCTU Demands a Workable, Realistic Budget from Mthuli Ncube
By Joyce Mukucha As the Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Professor Mthuli Ncube is set to present the 2022 National Budget today, the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has appealed for a budget that realises the financial predicaments Zimbabweans are going through on a daily basis.
Smart Agriculture, Health Programmes adopted by Cabinet
By Joyce Mukucha Aiming to boost Zimbabwe’s agricultural production as well as improving the resilience of farmers by providing imperative information through internet connectivity, Cabinet has adopted smart agriculture programme. Cabinet also adopted smart health programme which is aimed at avoiding hindrances when it comes to provision of much needed services in the sector.
Zimbabwe to Prioritize Policies on Value Chains Across all Sectors to Spur Industrialization
The Sub-Regional Office for Southern Africa UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) supported a two-day workshop to work with Zimbabwean experts to develop an Action Plan on alignment and harmonization of regional and national frameworks on industrialization in Zimbabwe.
IOM, Government Committed to Strengthening Sustainable, Inclusive Labour Migration Management
By Joyce Mukucha In quest to address operational challenges of migration and ensuring provision of decent working conditions for all, human dignity, well-being and safety for labour migrants, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in partnership with the Government of Zimbabwe is implimenting a project entitled “Strengthening Capacities for Labour Mobility Governance in Zimbabwe” through supporting the implimentation of prioritized actions defined in the National Labour Migration...
Dairy Industry Showing Recovery Signs
By Elvis Dumba ZVIMBA- The diary industry which has been fatigued by a myriad of challenges forcing the country to import dairy products is slowly showing signs of recovery. The country’s national dairy requirements stands at 120 million litres which is above the current national production of 79.9 million litres according to the Zimbabwe Diary Farmers Association(ZDFA).
ERC Bemoans Voter Registration Blitz Postponement
The Election Resource Centre (ERC) has noted with dismay the postponement of the Voter Registration Blitz by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) which was scheduled to begin on the 6th of December, 2021. ZEC previously announced that the voter registration blitz was set to begin next month, but unfortunately, on November 17, in a recent memo, the electoral management body announced the suspension of the Biometric Voter Registration exercise.
Sports Minister Appeals for Increased Budgetary Allocation
By Joyce Mukucha The Minister of Sports, Arts and Recreation, Kirsty Coventry has appealed to the Government to increase the budget for sporting activities in the country.
'Adopt Regenerative Farming Practices'- Dairy, Beef Farmers Told.
By Elvis Dumba MUTORASHANGA- Farmers in the beef and dairy industry have been urged to adopt environment friendly practices in their activities to combat environment damaging effects such as land degradation which result from overgrazing. A Mutorashanga farmer has took it upon himself in training small scale dairy and beef farmers around the area in regenerative farming practices. Mark Hook of Doonside Farm near Mutorashanga in Zvimba District started his vibrant dairy enterprise in 2018.
'Greater Investment Crucial for Africa's Vaccine Manufacturing Capacity'- Expert
By Joyce Mukucha The unprecedented times brought by the global Covid-19 pandemic has caused African countries to struggle with limited access to vaccines to cater for their populations with the major reason being failure by the continent’ most nations to produce their own medicines. Meanwhile, many developing countries have not been able to deliver even one dose to most of their populations.
AAG Goes Green with Increased Calls to Build a Climate Resilient Zimbabwe
By Joyce Mukucha Striving to build a green economy as well as reducing the vulnerability of different communities from the devastating effects of climate change, the Affirmative Action Group (AAG) Zimbabwe has partnered with AAG diaspora in launching a “Go Green” pledge, a campaign aimed at advocating for reduction of negative impact to the environment and ensuring that Zimbabwe become a climate resilient nation.
Corruption Rife in Local Authorities
By Joyce Mukucha Local Authorities failure to abide with the democratic values and principles enshrined in the Constitution as well failure to comply with their institutional policies and operational frameworks is resulting in ugly corruption activities, the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZAAC) has revealed.
Somalia’s drought has left more than two million people facing severe food and water shortages
By UN News With about 2.3 million people already suffering with serious water, food and pasture shortages in Somalia, a rapidly worsening drought could lead to an “extreme situation” by April next year. The warning comes from the United Nations and the Somali Government. Climate projections show that the country is facing a fourth consecutive failed rainfall season.
PWDs Community Calls for Increased Inclusion in Hiv/AIDS Programming.
By Elvis Dumba BANKET- As the world prepares to commemorate World Aids Day, people with disabilities (PWDs) have called upon for their increased participation in HIV interventions. National People with Disabilities Organization Banket chapter chairperson, Kind Matope said in as much as many health issues and programming were concerned, their constituency was mostly left out and usually get involved as an after thought.
2022-23 Aids Campaign Launched with Calls for Increased Access to Treatment
By Elvis Dumba CHINHOYI- Mashonaland West Minister for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Mary Mliswa-Chikoka has called for an increased support for the HIV treatment as the country moves to eradicate new HIV infections by the the year 2030. She was speaking during a National Aids Council’s World Aids Day Campaign commemoration theme unveiling breakfast meeting in Chinhoyi on Friday.
15 Million Preterm Born Babies Worldwide Need a Strong Voice
Preterm birth is the leading cause of death in children under the age of five; each year, about 15 million babies worldwide are born prematurely, that is about 1 in 10 children, the African Neonatal Association in association with Paediatric Association of Zimbabwe revealed. In their joint statement for World Prematurity Day(WPD) which was celebrated on the 17th of November 2021, the organisations said there was need to extend extreme support to premature babies to ensure that they live.
PSH Launches Love Shouldn't Hurt Campaign
By Joyce Mukucha The Population Solutions for Health (PSH) with the support from Embassy of Sweden has officially launched the Love Shouldn’t Hurt Campaign, a national branded movement which aims to reduce violence among partners, engage male peers to act as change makers and increase the number of men and women who believe intimate partner violence (IPV) should not be tolerated in their communities.
Government turns Banket Sports Club into Agriculture School of Excellence
By Elvis Dumba Banket- Most of sports and country clubs which were used by former white commercial farmers are in a deplorable state across the country. Government has partnered various institutions in rehabilitating these premises which saw Banket Sports Club being renovated by fertilizer manufacturing company FSG Superfert.
Ratification of African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance pleases ERC
By Joyce Mukucha The Election Resource Centre (ERC) has welcomed the ratification of the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG) by the Government of Zimbabwe. The African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance is a roadmap setting out continental standards on democracy and good governance in Africa, setting out rules for free and fair elections as well as condemning unconstitutional changes of Governments.
Don't abuse Presidential inputs:Mliswa
By Elvis Dumba BANKET- Those involved in the distribution of the Presidential Agriculture Inputs have been warned against the abuse of the system as the full wrath of the law will take its course. The sentiments were made by Mashonaland West Province Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Mary Mliswa-Chikoka during a Pfumvudza/Intwasa roll out Program for Zvimba District in Banket.
Peace Committees Urged to Immensely Participate in Peace Building Processes
By Joyce Mukucha The Peace Committees that work closely with the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) sustaining initiative which serves to bring people together by creating harmony, social cohesion and sustainable peace have been encouraged to work tirelessly in cascading peace structures to the districts, constituencies, ward and village levels to ensure that all levels are involved in the consummation and incubation of peace and tranquility.
Committees Urged to Participate in Peace Building
By Joyce Mukucha The Peace Committees that work closely with the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) are sustaining the initiative in structures at the districts, constituencies, ward, and village levels to ensure that all levels.
Chitungwiza Municipality in Stands Verification Exercise
By Staff Writer As a way of bringing order in the city by clearing some of double allocated properties, dealing with buildings assumed to be built on illegal spaces such as wetlands and recreational lands as well as updating its property database, Chitungwiza Municipality is set to conduct a verification exercise on stands.
Nations urged to Work Tirelessly in Steming Antimicrobial Resistance
By Joyce Mukucha Countries have been encouraged to continue making significant steps in tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to ensure that human, animal and plant antimicrobials are used responsibly and prudently as well as making sure they remain effective.
US$13,5 Million Poultry Programme for Provinces Set to be Launched
By Joyce Mukucha In quest to revitalise the agriculture sector and provide sustainable livelihoods to vulnerable poor people in various provinces, government is set to initiate a US$13,5 million free range chicken programme under the Livestock Recovery and Growth Programme, a government official has said.
Less than $1 Test Kits Available to Stem Mother-Child HIV/ Syphilis Transmission
By Joyce Mukucha In an effort aimed at eliminating mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV and syphilis, dual test kits which cost less than $1, are now available for pregnant women, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced this Monday.
Mthuli Applauds Government of India's Support to Zimbabwe
By Joyce Mukucha The Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Professor Mthuli Ncube has hailed the Indian government for being instrumental in facilitating several current and planned projects in Zimbabwe particularly in the energy sector as well as the support in the fight against Covid-19 pandemic.
Mental Health Lacks Effective Treatment, Covid-19 Fuels Situation
By Joyce Mukucha Globally, the numbers of people affected by mental health condition are staggering and in Zimbabwe, effective treatment coverage remains extremely low with the global Covid-19 pandemic exacerbating the situation. This can be supported by World Bank(WB) which indicates that today, nearly one billion people live with a mental disorder and in low-income countries, more than 75 percent of people with the disorder do not receive treatment.
Schools Urged to Set Up Computer Labs
By Chimeno Azriel Schools have been urged to set up computer laboratories if they are to produce and nurture talented learners who will be able to be among the best in the world of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
'Violence, Insecurity and Climate Change Cause Forced Displacement for 84 Million People'-UNHCR
By Joyce Mukucha The trend in rising forced displacement continued into 2021 with global numbers now exceeding 84 million as more people fled violence, insecurity and the effects of climate change, according to the Mid-Year Trends report released today by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency. The report for January-June 2021, indicated a surge from 82.4 million since December largely due to internal displacement with more people fleeing multiple active conflicts around the world, especially in Africa.
Government Headache on Pfumvudza
By Elvis Dumba Government will miss its 15 November 2021 deadline target for distributing farming inputs under the Pfumvuza/Intwasa Presidential Input Scheme from the Lands and Agriculture ministry. It has been learnt that government faces a transport headache after transporter’s contracted by government through Grain Marketing Board (GMB) to transport the inputs from GMB depots pulled out from deal. Most transporters cited delay in getting their payments as the main reason for pulling out.
One in 10 children Worldwide lives with Disabilities: UNICEF
By Joyce Mukucha An estimated 240 million children globally are suffering from various disabilities, and experience deprivation in indicators such as health, education and protection. This is according to a new report released by the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) on Wednesday.
Zimbabwe-Zambia to Cement Relations
By Joyce Mukucha The sister countries, Zimbabwe and Zambia are working towards strengthening their relationship in different areas including improving the way of doing doing business and finalising the pending areas aimed at benefitting the two nations. This came out this Wednesday during a convened 12th Session of Zimbabwe and Mozambique Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation (JPCC) meeting which had been inactive for about eight years.
Zimbabwe to Host ICAC Third Edition
By Joyce Mukucha Zimbabwe is set to host the International Conference of African Cultures (ICAC)2021 this November which is aimed at exploring the issues around restitution, return and repatriation of African cultural property held outside the continent. This was communicated by the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Monica Mutsvangwa during a post Cabinet briefing on Tuesday.
Cabinet Approves Hiking of ZBC Licence Fees
Television and radio licence fees are set to go up after Cabinet has received and approved a proposal by the Cabinet Committee on National Development Planning to effect the fees adjustment of the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation(ZBC) Listeners’ Licence Fees.
AfrilPI Geographical Indications Conference kicks-off | Spiked.co.zw | Best Zimbabwe News Online
By Muchaneta Chimuka The first ever, Conference on Geographical Indications (GI) under the AfrilPI project in collaboration with the African Regional Intellectual Property Organisation (ARIPO) countries has kick started today (10 -12 Nov) with several representatives from different countries in Africa in attendance.
ZIMRA Joins Fight Against Ozone Layer Destruction
By Joyce Mukucha In an effort aimed at helping the government on the implimentation of the Montreal Protocol in Zimbabwe focusing on the major objective of gradual reduction and eventual elimination of man-made chemicals and substances production that deplete the ozone layer and contribute to global warming, the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) is tirelessly working to combat illegal trade of these substances.
Climate Change: Government ready to Tackle Emergencies.
By Elvis Dumba Harare- The Government of Zimbabwe say it’s ready to respond to climate change induced emergencies as the country moves into a rain season. Government said it has noted that climate change induced emergencies are becoming complex and difficult to manage both in Zimbabwe and rest of SADC countries. Government has approved an Emergency Preparedness Plan for 2021-2022 rainfall season.
Ecobank Dedicated to Fighting Mental Health Challenge
By Joyce Mukucha As part of its commitment towards better health, a local financial institution, EcoBank Zimbabwe Limited has taken action on mental health by donating various items to Parirenyatwa Psychiatric Hospital. The donation of items which include assorted medicines to last one year, 40 medical beds, assorted medical equipment , disnfectants, water buckets, television set and kitchen utensils is meant to assist in the treatment and care of psychiatric patients.
Wife of Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe Donates to Children with Disabilities
By Muchaneta Chimuka ZIMBABWE and China continue to maintain bilateral ties back in history and the relations continue to cement through the unwavering humanitarians supports that they Chinese people are rendering to the vulnerable communities. This Monday Mrs Wang Wei, wife of the Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe donated goods US$2 300 to children with disabilities who are members of the Zimbabwe Parents of Handicapped Children Association (ZIPHCA) at their offices in Hatfield.
Key Populations Experience Challenges in Accessing Health Services
By Joyce Mukucha According to a number of studies, the timely and enduring access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) by HIV-infected individuals has been shown to substantially reduce the HIV transmission risk, HIV-related morbidity, and mortality.
Covid-19, Lack of Funds left Countries Unsupported and Unprepared to Deal with Climate Change Impacts: WHO
By Joyce Mukucha Despite efforts governments are making in prioritizing public health measures to protect their people from climate impacts, many lack the funds to take effective action with a potential missed opportunity to identify and optimize the health benefits of adaptation and mitigation efforts in other sectors, said the 2021 World Health Organization (WHO) health and climate change global survey report issued on Monday.
ZANU PF Elections, Paradza set for Surprising Win
By Staff Writer Chinhoyi- The forthcoming Mashonaland West Provincial ZANU PF executive elections are set to produce major surprises with Ministry of Information Deputy Minister Kindness Paradza recently outweighing other candidates to clinch the position of the party’s Provincial Chairperson. Paradza who has been reportedly eying the post took over the top position of potential winners recently after some key districts said they will rally behind his candidature if he decides to stand.
ERC Files Complaint Against Chief Charumbira For Partisan Comments Made at ZANU PF Annual Conference
By Staff Writer The Election Resource Centre (ERC) on 3 November 2021 filed a complaint with the Minister of Local Government, Public Works and National Housing, Honourable July Moyo against Chief Fortune Charumbira for contravening section 281 of the Constitution by participating in partisan politics for comments made on 29 October 2021 at the ZANU PF Annual Conference in Bindura.
50 percent of World's Population will be Exposed to Natural Hazards by 2030: UN
By Joyce Mukucha By the year 2030, an estimated 50 per cent of the world’s population that live in coastal areas will be exposed to extreme weather events such as flooding, storms and tsunamis, the United Nations(UN) has warned. Marking this year’s World Tsunami Awareness Day on the 4th of November 2021 against this background, the UN said it was imperative to enhance international cooperation for developing nations to reduce disasters.
World Food Price Barometer Surged to a New Peak Reaching its Highest Level Since July 2011'-FAO
By Joyce Mukucha The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has recently announced that the UN barometer of world food prices has surged to a new peak, reaching its highest level since July 2011. The FAO Food Price Index, which tracks the international prices of a basket of food commodities, is up 3.9 per cent from September, rising for a third consecutive month.
UN mourns with Sierra Leone, Pledges all ‘necessary support’ following Deadly Tanker Crash
By UN News The UN chief has joined the whole UN system in Sierra Leone in mourning the victims of an fuel tanker collision on Friday night in the capital Freetown, that reportedly left at least 98 people dead, and many more injured.
Young Women for ED Launched in Mashonaland West
By Elvis Dumba Chinhoyi- Young Women For Economic Development group has launched its Mashonaland West Chapter in Chinhoyi with calls for young women to take up influential top positions in all spheres of society. Deputy Minister of Women Affairs, Community Small and Medium Scale Enterprises Development Jennifer Mhlanga in her address during the launch in Chinhoyi said women should rise and claim space in all empowerment activities in all spheres which includes, social, economic and political.
Government Making Strides to Protecting Ozone Layer
By Joyce Mukucha recently in Darwendale The government of Zimbabwe through the Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry’ s Climate Change Management Department is making concerted efforts in phasing out Hydrochloroflourocarbons(HCFCs) and Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) to eliminate the production and use of these ozone depleting substances as encouraged by the Montreal Protocol, a government official has said.
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