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Mpilo Central Hospital’s cancer treatment centre is poised for a significant upgrade, with the government announcing plans to purchase new equipment and repair existing machines. The centre’s CT scan machine, which is currently out of operation, will receive the necessary spare parts to restore its functionality. Speaking during the post cabinet briefing recently, Minister of […]
Africa has reported 14,669 lab-confirmed Mpox cases and 55 deaths in 2024, according to Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa. In a statement, Moeti said Africa is seeing positive signs of containment, but emphasized challenges persist, and vigilance is still needed. Dr. Moeti noted that since October 2024, the Republic of Congo, Gabon, […]
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has decided to maintain its strict monetary policy stance. This means interest rates will stay high to curb inflation. The bank’s Monetary Policy Committee met on Monday to review the country’s economic situation. They noted that recent measures, such as limiting the amount of money banks can lend, have helped […]
President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has congratulated president elect Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah for her victory in the presidential elections. In a statement released this afternoon, President Mnangagwa congratulated Ndaitwah stating that her victory is historical as she is the first female president of Namibia. Ndaitwah continues the reign of the South West Africa People’s Organisation (SWAPO) […]
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign is currently underway in Harare, with a strong focus on raising awareness and mobilizing action to address this pressing issue in different communities in the country. Africa Unity Square is hosting various events and exhibitions led by organizations such as the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe […]
Makokoba MP and Proportional Representation legislator Thokozani Khuphe has called on the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion to speed the disbursement of government funds to ensure their timely utilization. Speaking at a recent parliamentary post-budget seminar, Khupe expressed concern over the delayed distribution of funds, which she said is hindering development and […]
The government has made strides in boosting the energy sector, and President Emmerson Mnangagwa is calling on all stakeholders to ensure a safe and secure environment for investors. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony of a new 720-megawatt power plant in Hwange recently, President Mnangagwa emphasized the need for protection of investors from vandalism and theft. […]
The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has confirmed a total wheat harvest of 563 961 tonnes, surpassing the previous record of 467,000 tonnes set last year. Despite the challenging climatic conditions, farmers in both Matabeleland North and South provinces contributed highest numbers to the overall harvest. Matabeleland North harvested 5 930 […]
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has identified the transmission of interconnections across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region as a critical area that requires partnerships and investment to create a viable and vibrant energy sector. He made these remarks during the yesterday’s commissioning of Titan New Energy, Dinson, and Afrochine power plant in Hwange. Speaking during […]
Postal regulators from across Africa have gathered in Victoria Falls Matebeleland North, for the Second African Postal Regulators Forum, hosted by the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ). The forum aims to address the challenges and opportunities presented by the rapid digital transformation of the postal industry. As technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, […]
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