Month: January 2025
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The Ministry of Agriculture has distributed 880 state-of-the-art 5G tablets to Agricultural Extension Officers and Supervisors in Matabeleland North and South provinces as part of efforts to modernize Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector. Permanent Secretary Professor Dr. Obert Jiri said the initiative aims to enhance agricultural efficiency and productivity. The tablets will enable extension officers to access […]
Zimbabwe is set to re-sentence all death row inmates in a landmark move towards aligning its justice system with international human rights standards. Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Justice, Mrs. Vimbai Nyemba, announced that these inmates will be eligible for retrial in the High Court, with alternative sentences such as life imprisonment considered. This […]
Farmers in Matabeleland are turning to ultra-early maturity seed varieties to combat unpredictable rainfall, with 110 tonnes sold this season compared to just 5 tonnes of medium maturity seeds. Provincial Sales Representative and Agronomist, Mr. Ngonidzaishe Mativenga, attributed the shift to the seeds’ resilience in dry conditions and their quick harvest period of 70 to […]
The African Union (AU) has condemned the killing of South Sudanese nationals in Wad Madani. AU Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat called for an immediate halt to the killings, following South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir’s declaration of a state of emergency on 17 January. Mahamat expressed his condolences to the victims’ families, the South Sudanese government, […]
The Office of the President and Cabinet has announced the opening of registrations for the 2025/26 Presidential and National Scholarships. The deadline for applications is 31 January 2025. The scholarships aim to support academically gifted but disadvantaged students, particularly from rural areas across Zimbabwe. Undergraduate applicants must have at least 10 points and be under […]
TikTok is back online in the United States after a temporary blackout on Saturday night caused by a new law. The legislation prohibits American companies from hosting or supporting the Chinese-owned platform unless it is sold to a buyer from the U.S. or one of its allies. Speaking at the Historic Victory Rally on the […]
The burial of Major General (Rtd) Solomon Siziba and former Posts and Telecommunications Minister Cde Chen Chimutengwende will take place on Wednesday, 25 January 2024, at the National Heroes Acre. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Maj Gen Siziba’s body was airlifted yesterday to his home in Gwanda and will return to Bulawayo today […]
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is urging men to prioritize mental health and seek help for emotional struggles, instead of resorting to suicide. This call follows a recent tragic incident where a married man took his own life due to relationship issues. Assistant Inspector Nomalanga Msebele, Bulawayo provincial police spokesperson, highlighted that societal pressures often […]
US President-elect Donald Trump is all set to take oath today. After his landslide victory against Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential elections, Trump sealed his victory with over 300 electoral votes. The Republican leader will take oath at the US Capitol to formally kick off his second term as President of the […]
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to integrity and transparency, urging the public to report any forms of corruption. In a statement released, ZIMRA emphasized the importance of civic responsibility in the fight against corruption. The authority assured the public that it is working closely with the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission and other […]
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