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Zim strengthens digital risk management systems
Zimbabwe's ICT Minister, Tatenda Mavetera. Zimbabwe is strengthening its enterprise risk management systems to protect public resources and citizens’ information and ensure the secure and reliable implementation of its digital transformation agenda. Tatenda Mavetera, minister of information communication technology, postal and courier services, reaffirmed the government’s commitment when she officially opened an enterprise risk management workshop for the ministry’s executives in Harare.
Zimbabwe opens first rural AI hub
The government has unveiled an artificial intelligence, Digital and innovation hub at the Nyamuroro Vocational Training Centre in Gokwe North. (Source: Zimbabwe ICT Ministry). Zimbabwe in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Uncommon.org, is intensifying its drive to expand broadband connectivity across all 2 400 administrative wards and extend access to digital services in underserved communities.
InfraCo's AI cuts diesel costs by 30%
Godfrey Gomwe, chairman of InfraCo, said that, in response to the prevailing energy-cost environment, the company was accelerating initiatives to advance energy efficiency. (Image source: Econet) Econet Infrastructure Company Limited (InfraCo) is accelerating the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve energy efficiency and overall operations.
TN CyberTech targets AI-powered branches
Tawanda Nyambirai, CEO of TN Financial Holdings. (Image source: TN Cybertech Bank) TN CyberTech Investments Holdings Limited, the Zimbabwe-based technology and financial services group headquartered in Harare, plans to convert traditional branches into artificial intelligence (AI)-driven self-service centres equipped with cash-recycling ATMs and self-service kiosks.
Fährunglück in Simbabwe : Am Rand der Straße verfaulen die Toten
Die Todeszahlen steigen, zahlreiche Menschen werden noch vermisst. Bis Sonntagabend sind 92 Tote aus dem Karibasee an der Grenze zwischen Simbabwe und Sambia geborgen worden, nach dem Sinken des Passagierschiffs „Mbuya Nehanda“ am vergangenen Dienstag. Taucher suchen immer noch in 90 Meter Tiefe im kalten Wasser nach ermissten. Die gesunkende Fähre „Mbuya Nehanda“ ist nach einer antikolonialen Widerstandskämpferin des 19. Jahrhunderts benannt.
Zuwanderer verlassen Südafrika : Kein Gemüse, kein Friseur, kein Gärtner, kein Bauarbeiter
Nach den ausländerfeindlichen Kampagnen der vergangenen Monate in Südafrika haben über 160.000 afrikanische Migranten das Land verlassen. Allein Simbabwe hat mittlerweile 108.360 Rückkehrer aufgenommen, wie aus den neuesten amtlichen Zahlen von dieser Woche hervorgeht. 46.890 kehrten offiziellen Angaben zufolge nach Malawi zurück.
Simbabwe: Verfassungsänderung als Ablenkungsmanöver
Eine kontroverse Verfassungsänderung, zunehmende wirtschaftliche Ungleichheit, schlechte Regierungsentscheidungen und sozialer Niedergang – Simbabwe erlebt turbulente Zeiten. Seit das Parlament vergangene Woche in erster Lesung das Verfassungsänderungsgesetz CAB3 annahm, tobt eine hitzige Debatte. Die Opposition sagt, dass das Vorhaben nichts zur Lösung der Probleme des Landes beiträgt.
Verfassungssstreit in Simbabwe: Die alten Generäle treten in den Aufstand
In Simbabwe bekommt Präsident Emmerson Mnangagwa und die Hardlinerfraktion der regiernden ZANU-PF (Zimbabwe African National Union / Patriotic Front) mächtigen Gegenwind für die Pläne, Mnangagwa länger im Amt zu halten als gegenwärtig erlaubt. Eine Reihe pensionierter Militärkommandeure und Veteranen des Befreiungskrieges der 1970er Jahre lehnt das Vorhaben als verfassungswidrig ab. Nach geltender Rechtslage endet Mnangagwas zweite und letzte gewählte Amtszeit als Präsident im Jahr 2028.
Neue Geldscheine in Simbabwe: Die unermüdliche Suche nach einer stabilen Währung
Simbabwe, das seit Langem keine stabile eigene Währung mehr hat, bekommt neue Geldscheine. Zentralbankgouverneur John Mushayavanhu stellte vergangene Woche mehrere neue Scheine der 2024 eingeführten aktuellen Landeswährung Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) vor, als Teil größerer Reformen, um die Wirtschaft zu stabilisieren. „Die Einführung der neuen ZiB-Scheine soll die Integrität unserer Währung erhöhen und Vertrauen in das Geldsystem stärken“, sagte er.
Verfassungsstreit in Simbabwe: Präsident Mnangagwa will länger bleiben
Zunehmende Spannungen und heftige Debatten sind die Reaktion in Simbabwe auf die Entscheidung der Regierung, eine Verfassungsänderung auf den Weg zu bringen, die einen Verbleib von Präsident Emmerson Mnangagwa im Amt auch nach dem Ende seiner zweiten und derzeit letzten verfassungsgemäßen Amtszeit im Jahr 2028 – dann wäre er 85 Jahre alt – ermöglichen würden.
Opposition in Simbabwe: Nelson Chamisa, das unermüdliche Stehaufmännchen
Simbabwes wichtigster Oppositionsführer Nelson Chamisa ist zurück in der Politik – und die Wiederauferstehung des Hauptgegners von Präsident Emmerson Mnangagwa und seiner seit 1980 regierenden ZANU-PF (Zimbabwe African National Union Patriotic Front) erzeugt gemischte Gefühle. Ende vergangener Woche lancierte der 47-jährige Chamisa seine neue Bewegung „Agenda 2026“, die er als breite Bürgerbewegung vorstellte. „Simbabwe braucht einen Neuanfang“, sagte Chamisa in der Hauptstadt Harare.
Econet boosts connectivity in Zimbabwe
Econet continues to dominate Zimbabwe’s telecoms as it adds more 103 base stations. Econet Wireless Zimbabwe built 103 base stations around the country in the third quarter of last year in a bid to boost coverage. The mobile operator stated that this is part of its goal to enhance the network in areas formerly plagued by poor connectivity and to meet growing demand from urbanisation. 27 of these base stations are lightweight and cost-effective, with a focus on developing urban and rural areas.
Econet stirs the pot with delisting plans in Zimbabwe
Econet is in discussions with the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange about delisting. Econet Wireless has announced that it has commenced discussions with the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) about publishing a circular to shareholders on the company's intended voluntary delisting from the exchange.
Econet Zimbabwe sounds alarm on undervaluation
Econet asserts undervaluation on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange amidst market fluctuations. Econet Wireless, Zimbabwe's largest telco, claims its share price on the local stock exchange is undervalued, limiting its capacity to raise capital to invest in operations.
Zimbabwe to launch major schools laptop initiative
By Marcus Mushonga, CAJ News correspondent Johannesburg, 04 Dec 2025 The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education stated yesterday that it will roll out the "One Pupil, One Tablet- One Student, One Laptop" programme nationally in 2026. Zimbabwe yesterday revealed an ambitious plan to ensure that every pupil and student, regardless of geographic location, has equitable access to technology, digital content, and online learning resources.
AgroGreen begins climate smart villages rollout in Nigeria
By Marcus Mushonga, CAJ News correspondent Johannesburg, 21 Oct 2025 Akwa Ibom state in Nigeria is establishing itself as a hotspot for leveraging digital innovation to support agriculture sector growth. This comes about through the launch of the Nigeria Climate-Smart Village Programme (CSV-P). The partnership includes AgroGreen Dynamics (AFCSN), the Federation of Agricultural Commodity Associations of Nigeria (FACAN), and the Nigeria Agribusiness and Agro-Industry Development Initiative (NAADI).
Zimbabwe prioritises public Wi-Fi deployment
Zimbabwe's ruling party plans to push for the development of public Wi-Fi access points around the country in the next months in order to bridge the digital divide and grow the digital economy. This is one of the highlights of the resolutions presented by Ziyambi Ziyambi, secretary of legal affairs, at the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF)'s National People's Conference this weekend.
Zimbabwe cabinet greenlights AI strategy
The Zimbabwean cabinet has approved the country's National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy for 2026-2030. Tatenda Mavetera, minister of information communication technology, postal and courier services, announced the action, saying: “This is a pivotal step in our digital transformation journey. “The strategy is designed to harness AI for economic growth, foster innovation, and ensure data sovereignty while managing risks responsibly.
Simbabwes prügelnder Ex-Präsidentensohn: Mugabe Junior macht dem Vater alle Ehre
Harare taz | Robert Mugabe ist tot, aber die Gewalt seines Regimes lebt. Chatunga Bellarmine Mugabe, 28-jähriger Geschäftsmann und jüngster Sohn des im Jahr 2019 im Alter von 95 Jahren gestorbenen Expräsidenten von Simbabwe, wurde vor Kurzem festgenommen und ist Objekt von mindestens sieben Verfahren wegen Körperverletzung, illegalen Schusswaffengebrauchs und Folter.
Machtkampf in Simbabwe: Exminister aus dem Exil gelockt und verhaftet
Harare taz | Ist es Rechtsstaatlichkeit? Oder ist es ein Racheakt? Die Verhaftung des ehemaligen Außenministers von Simbabwe, Walter Mzembi, wirft Fragen über den Kurs der Regierung von Präsident Emmerson Mnangagwa und den Fortgang des andauernden Machtkampfes innerhalb der Regierungspartei ZANU-PF (Zimbabwe African National Union / Patriotc Front) auf.
Zim fintech EcoCash rebrands to TN CyberTech
EcoCash Holdings, a Zimbabwean fintech company, has changed its name to TN CyberTech Investments Holdings Ltd after shareholders overwhelmingly approved the name shift at an extraordinary general meeting last Friday. The company is expected to start trading under its new name on July 23.
Expert encourages Zimbabwe to integrate AI in education
By Marcus Mushonga, CAJ News correspondent Johannesburg, 09 Jun 2025 Zimbabwe's internationally known robotics and mechatronics specialist and technology strategist has advised the government to address internet connectivity and energy problems in order to keep up with the global artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. The Southern African nation has also been pushed to revise its academic courses in light of this transformation.
Mobile, Fintech units lift Econet in year-end results
Econet Wireless, Zimbabwe's largest telco, attributed its success in the last year to considerable reorganisation of its mobile and fintech operations. Econet stated that its extensive network expansion was intended to promote growth, efficiency, and innovation. On Friday, the telecom provider presented its financial results for the financial year ending February, saying its strategic transformation has achieved the expected benefits, positioning it in a position for future success.
Zimbabwe Stock Exchange unveils AI-driven data platform
By Marcus Mushonga, CAJ News correspondent Johannesburg, 15 May 2025 One of Africa's oldest bourses, the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), is introducing artificial intelligence (AI) into its market data platform to enhance operations. This is as a result of the revamping of the platform, which is now known as Data Direct.
Zimbabwe partners UAE to train 1,5 million coders
Read time: 3 minutes Zimbabwe has teamed with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to provide 1,5 million coders in the Southern African country with critical skills for the advancement of technology. The Zimbabwe Digital skills Programme would provide individuals with skills in artificial intelligence, data science, programming fundamentals, and Android developer fundamentals, among others. The UAE has formed collaboration with the Zimbabwean Ministry of ICT, Postal, and Courier Services.
Cyber security, climate change top SADC ministers’ meeting
Read time: 3 minutes The Southern African Development Community (SADC) aims to leverage ICT to tackle the impacts of climate change and is exploring measures to combat increasing threats to the region’s cyber space. These issues will be central to the ongoing SADC Cluster Meeting of Senior Officials, held in Zimbabwe’s capital, Harare. The meeting sees ministers responsible for transport, ICT, information and meteorology from the 16-member bloc countries converge.
Zimbabwe launches Huawei's DigiTruck project
Read time: 3 minutes Zimbabwe has commissioned DigiTruck, a mobile learning facility, as part of its efforts to boost digital literacy and access to information and communication technologies. The Huawei-led effort, which focusses primarily on rural areas, aims to overcome the Southern African country's rural-urban digital divide. President Emmerson Mnangagwa presided over the unveiling of the Digitruck, a facility equipped with modern workstations.
Econet network upgrades pay off in half-year performance
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe added 32 5G base stations in Harare for the half-year ending August 31, 2024, with an additional 120 sites planned.
Econet adding over 500 base stations in Zimbabwe
Read time: 3 minutes Econet Wireless Zimbabwe plans to establish 550 new base stations, in the coming months, as it accelerates 5G penetration. The telco also revealed that it has been using artificial intelligence (AI) to help improve network coverage. The country’s largest mobile network operator revealed the new base stations will be in addition to the modernisation of some 1 012 sites with 4G high-capacity base stations, which has taken place over the past 12 months.
Econet accelerates 5G base station rollout in Zimbabwe
Read time: 3 minutes The telecommunications operator is accelerating the rollout of such bases in anticipation of the advent of 5G, internet of things (IoT) and other cutting-edge technologies making the need for robust, agile and future-proof network infrastructure more pressing than ever.
Econet accelerates 5G base station rollout in Zimbabwe
HARARE, (CAJ News) The telecommunications operator is accelerating the rollout of such bases in anticipation of the advent of 5G, internet of things (IoT) and other cutting-edge technologies making the need for robust, agile and future-proof network infrastructure more pressing than ever.
Zimbabwe Courts Disagree Over Opposition Party Rally Ban
THE Zimbabwe High Court has faulted the lower Magistrates Court after a judge of the latter blundered an appeal by the main opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) against a police ban of a campaign rally last Friday. The decision by Bindura Magistrate Mary Msika is the latest in an alleged bid by the judiciary to frustrate the opposition ahead of the August 23 elections.
Panic Prevails as Mugabe's Protege Enters Zim's Presidential Elections Race
THE emergence of a leading figure in the faction of the now-late former president, Robert Mugabe, to contest against his successor and incumbent, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has sent the ruling party into panic mode ahead of the August 23 general elections.
Zimbabwe Tightens Health Measures At Its Borders
Harare — ZIMBABWE is strengthening public health measures at its points of entry (PoEs) and providing critical services to returning migrants. The measures come amid an increase of migrants returning to the country in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis in neighbouring countries, especially South Africa. Public health measures have been strengthened in Beitbridge, Chirundu, Forbes and Plumtree border posts. These points border South Africa, Zambia, Mozambique and Botswana respectively.
Zimbabwe: Cyclone Halts Zimbabwe Response to Second Covid-19 Wave
Harare, Zimbabwe — THE devastation following Cyclone Eloise might cause disruptions to containment of the soaring coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Zimbabwe. The storm is one of a setbacks that also includes the arrival of a new variant of the pandemic. It is feared some Zimbabweans brought the new variant to the country from neighbouring South Africa during the December festive season.
Africa to Get a Billion Covid-19 Vaccine Doses
Harare — AFRICA is set to receive one billion doses of coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines by the end of this year. These include 700 million free doses pledged by international donors under the global COVAX finance initiative,. This would be enough to vaccinate at least 27 percent of Africa's total population of more than 1,2 billion people. Strive Masiyiwa, the African Union Special Envoy on the COVID-19 pandemic, confirmed the pledge.
Africa: Masiyiwa to Enhance Netflix Global Expansion
Harare — THE appointment of Zimbabwean-born entrepreneur, Strive Masiyiwa, to the board of Netflix is strategic in the leading streaming entertainment service's expansion across Africa and beyond. His appointment was announced on Wednesday. Masiyiwa (59) is chairman and founder of Econet Group, a telecommunications and technology group with operations and investments in 29 countries in Africa and Europe.
Zimbabwe: US Under Fire for Latest Interference in Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe — THE United States has come under renewed criticism for its interference in Zimbabwe's domestic affairs following the arrest of a senior opposition politician. Critics denounced this as a continuation of the US' double standards and bullying tactics by its envoys against host nations.
Zimbabwe Opposition MP Freed
Harare, Zimbabwe — THE Zimbabwe High Court has ordered the release of an opposition legislator detained for alleged public violence and breaching measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus. Judge Justice Esther Muremba freed Joanah Mamombe, who is also the Member of Parliament (MP) for Harare West constituency for the main opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) Alliance.
Zimbabwe Opposition Accused of Smuggling Weapons
Harare — Tensions between Zimbabwe's rival parties have worsened after the government came short of branding the opposition as a terror sect working with Western and forces aimed at destabilising the country. A breakaway faction of the ruling Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF) and a South African opposition party are also accused of working with both the Movement of Democratic Change ((MDC) Alliance and Western embassies to effect regime change.
GOROWA TURNS UMFUNDISI!
Ian Gorowa who is now a pastor and Elais Pelembe during their days at Mamelodi Sundowns. Credit: Gallo Images FORMER Mamelodi Sundowns and Moroka Swallows head coach, Ian Gorowa, is now a man of the cloth. Gorowa (48) has successfully completed his theological studies with Joburg-based Apostolic Faith Mission (AFM) Bible college. According to Zimbabwean media, Gorowa has decided to quit football and give his life to God.
Zimbabwe: Mostly SA Returnees Escalate Zimbabwe COVID-19
Harare — MORE than 450 Zimbabweans returning home, mainly from South Africa, have tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). The positive tests have escalated Zimbabwe's COVID-19 caseload to 942 as of this past weekend. Around 10 800 migrants have returned from neighbouring countries. More than half the number have returned from South Africa (5 318) via the Beitbridge border post. More than 2 700 have crossed from Botswana.
Zimbabweans Face Jail for Failure to Wear Masks
Harare — ZIMBABWE is to jail members of the public that do not comply with new health regulations that make it compulsory to wear masks in public places. The regulations are the latest steps by the government of President Emmerson Mnangagwa to curb the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Regulations gazetted this past weekend are effective immediately. Advocate Prince Machaya, the Attorney-General, said subsequently, it was now illegal to be in public places without a mask.
Zimbabwe: Wartime Explosives Cleared At Zimbabwe's Borders
Harare — THOUSANDS of landmines laid during the 1970s liberation war that freed Zimbabwe from colonialism have been detonated. A milestone has been reached with the destruction of the 100 000th landmine by an international demining trust in Rushinga District, Mashonaland Central province in the northeast of the country. The HALO Trust has cleared more than 5,5 million square metres of land in the region since it started the operation in 2013.
Zimbabwe: COVID-19 - Zimbabwe Monitors its Nationals From SA
Harare — ZIMBABWE is closely monitoring thousands of its citizens that travelled back home from neighbouring South Africa as the two countries embark on lockdowns to curb the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). South Africa has the most cases of the deadly virus and it is feared some Zimbabweans there could have been exposed to the virus and might spread it in their home country.
Southern Africa: More People Than Ever Face Hunger in Southern Africa
Harare — A record 45 million people in Southern Africa are food insecure as the region enters the peak of the lean season. The season runs from January to March. Zimbabwe is the worst affected by the deficit but Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia and Zambia are grappling with shortages in a region comprising of 16 countries. The severe food shortage is the worst to ever hit the entire Southern African Development Community (SADC) region over decades.
Zimbabwe: Three Injured in Traffic Shooting Incident
Harare — THREE passengers have been injured as Zimbabwean police opened fire on a taxi that allegedly refused orders to stop at a road block. The incident in the capital city Harare brings to the fore the heavy-handedness of police in the Southern African country where running battles between police and taxi drivers are rife. These tensions escalate during the festive season as police beef up their presence on the roads.
Southern Africa: South Africa-Financed Bridges Commissioned in Zimbabwe
Chimanimani — South Africa has spent R59 million to construct bridges in Zimbabwean communities left stranded by the deadly Cyclone Idai early this year. The construction of the Bailey bridges South African National Defence Forces (SANDF) and the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) in the eastern Chimanimani are anticipated to revive the local economy and have been welcomed by government officials as a mark of the solid bilateral relations between the two southern African countries.
Zimbabwe: Half of Zimbabwe's Population Now Starving
Harare — DROUGHT, flooding and economic problems in Zimbabwe have plunged 7,7 million people into severe hunger. This represents half the population, in what is the worst hunger crisis for more than a decade. This has prompted the World Food Programme (WFP) to rapidly expand an already sizeable emergency operation in the Southern African country. It plans to more than double the number of people it is helping by January to 4,1 million people.
Zimbabwe: Debt Ridden Zimbabwe Battles Passports Backlog
Harare — Zimbabwe is battling to clear a backlog of passport applications as a result of the insufficient money to procure material. More than 380 000 passport applications are yet to be processed as a result. Registrar General, Clemence Masango, told media the problems had peaked between last year and August this year, coinciding with the country enduring its worst economic crisis in decades.
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