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Lupane in Matabeleland North is set to host this year’s national International Day of Families commemorations on Friday, with Government placing renewed focus on strengthening small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and improving household livelihoods as part of broader efforts to build resilient communities. The commemorations, which have been moved from Harare to Matabeleland North, are […]
President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday reaffirmed Government’s commitment to inclusive leadership, gender equality and youth empowerment as he chaired the 393rd Ordinary Session of the Politburo at the ZANU PF Headquarters in Harare. Addressing party members, President Mnangagwa said the Second Republic remains firmly committed to creating an enabling environment that empowers women and young people […]
Young people have been challenged to preserve Africa’s cultural identity, embrace diversity and foster unity as essential pillars for the continent’s future, during colourful Africa Day commemorations hosted by Advent Hope Group of Schools under the theme, “Celebrating Our African Identity; Embracing Diversity, Inspiring Unity.” The commemorations brought together learners, educators and community members in […]
His Excellency President Emmerson Mnangagwa this morning presided over the burial of late National Hero Brigadier General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma at the National Heroes Acre, as the nation paid its final respects to a decorated liberation war veteran and distinguished military officer whose life was defined by sacrifice, patriotism and unwavering service to Zimbabwe. […]
Zimbabwe has officially opened the 2026 International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Regional Development Forum for Africa in Victoria Falls, with renewed calls for stronger continental cooperation to expand affordable, meaningful and inclusive digital connectivity across the continent. The high-level gathering has brought together ministers, telecommunications regulators, industry executives, policymakers and ICT experts from across Africa to […]
The Government has unveiled a new policy framework requiring all foreign investors and foreign-controlled entities operating in Zimbabwe’s small-scale gold mining sector to regularise their operations by January 1, 2027, in a move aimed at restructuring the industry and strengthening sustainable mining practices. Under the new measures, affected operators will be expected to transition from […]
Zimbabwe is edging closer to achieving national milk self-sufficiency after commercial milk production increased by seven percent during the first four months of 2026, signalling continued recovery and expansion within the country’s dairy sector. Latest industry figures show that commercial milk output rose to 40 million litres between January and April this year, up from […]
Health experts and advocacy groups have sounded the alarm over rising cases of teenage pregnancies, early marriages and HIV infections among adolescents in Zimbabwe, calling for the urgent expansion of sexual and reproductive health services to protect vulnerable children and young people. Speaking during a media workshop organised by Population Services Zimbabwe in Mutare, Advocacy […]
Zimbabwe has reserved the small-scale gold mining sector exclusively for citizens and locally owned entities in a significant policy move aimed at strengthening indigenous participation and tightening control over the country’s mineral resources. The Government says foreign individuals, foreign-controlled companies and foreign beneficial owners will no longer be permitted to acquire, own or control operations […]
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has hailed growing investment in renewable energy following the commissioning of the 10-megawatt New Glovers Solar Power Plant, describing the project as a major milestone in Zimbabwe’s journey towards industrialisation, rural transformation and sustainable energy production. Speaking at the official commissioning ceremony, President Mnangagwa said reliable energy remains the backbone of economic […]
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