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President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed pride in the country’s economic progress, citing key achievements across various sectors. Speaking at the ZANU PF 125th Ordinary Session of the Central Committee, Mnangagwa noted that the country anticipates a bumper harvest, attributing it to the abundant rainfall received this year. On the mining sector, he pointed to the […]
The Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development , Dr. Anxious J. Masuka, officially opened the Association of Commodity Exchanges Annual Conference in Victoria Falls yesterday, emphasizing the critical role of commodity exchanges in fostering economic resilience and strengthening intra-African trade. Welcoming delegates to Zimbabwe, Dr. Masuka highlighted the significance of the conference’s […]
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has retired Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) Commander, Lieutenant-General Anselem Nhamo Sanyatwe, and appointed him as the new Minister of Sport, Recreation, Arts, and Culture, with immediate effect. Sanyatwe takes over from Dr. Kirsty Coventry, who was relieved of her ministerial duties following her election as President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). […]
Running under theme “Promoting Innovation to Unlock Opportunities for Sustained Economic Growth and Development Towards an industrialized SADC” the meeting focuses on tackling pressing socio-economic challenges, labour migration, and employment issues in the region. In his opening remarks, the Permanent Secretary for Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare and Chairperson of the SADC Employment and […]
Southern African Development Community (SADC) Chairperson, President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, has called for heightened intervention efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as the security crisis continues to escalate. Speaking at a virtual joint summit of SADC and the East African Community (EAC) yesterday, President Mnangagwa acknowledged that, despite ongoing efforts by both regional […]
The government has called on farmers to take a more proactive role in managing their livestock farming businesses, particularly in the face of increasing climate challenges. Professor Orbet Jiri, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development, made this appeal during the inaugural livestock conference held at the Zimbabwe International […]
The Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) have issued a strong warning against the misuse of social media by members of the public, including retired military personnel, and the unauthorized wearing of military uniforms. The ZDF expressed concern over recent social media posts that could be misinterpreted as official statements on Zimbabwe’s political and economic climate. In […]
The Common Market for East and Southern Africa (COMESA) Consumer Protection Committee wrapped up a crucial two-day conference in Port Louis, Mauritius, coinciding with World Consumer Rights Day. Led by Chairperson Mrs. Rose Mpofu, the committee addressed pressing consumer issues arising from the digital age and the drive for sustainability. From March 14th to 15th, […]
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) is implementing new export documentation requirements, effective this Monday, to bolster compliance and streamline trade. Exporters and clearing agents are now mandated to provide double-stamped consignment notes, waybills, bills of lading, Form No. 1, or equivalent documents, as proof of loading goods destined for export. This move reinforces Section 63(1) […]
A Ministerial Partnership Dialogue between the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the European Union (EU) commenced at the New Parliament Building in Mt Hampden, Harare yesterday. The high-level meeting has gathered key stakeholders to engage in discussions on critical issues of mutual interest, including peace and security, human and sustainable development, climate change, environment, […]
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