National News
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A harrowing poaching incident recently occurred in Hwange National Park, where three lion carcasses were discovered with their heads and legs gruesomely severed. The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZIMPARKS) reports that initial investigations suggest the use of a heavy-caliber rifle, as indicated by bullet holes in the carcasses. In response, the ZIMPARKS has […]
As the Southern African Development Community (SADC) prepares for the SADC Anti-Sanctions Day on 25 October, African Union chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat expressed concerns over the sanctions imposed by Western countries on Zimbabwe. He emphasized that the restrictions have hindered the country’s socioeconomic development. The President of the Republic of Congo, His Excellency J.M.G Lourenço, […]
The Ministry of Health and Child Care, in partnership with Zvandiri, is hosting a Multi-Country Consultation meeting in Harare from today to the 24th of October 2024 in Harare. Under the theme “Scaling Peer Provider Services Towards Ending AIDS in Children and Adolescents,” the meeting aims to review progress and strategize to achieve zero new […]
The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development has dismissed a fake claim made by an X user, with username of the Ministry’s Minister Honourable Anxious Jongwe Masuka regarding a funding opportunity for farmers. The fake X account claimed that the Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development in collaboration with […]
The 6th Privacy Symposium Africa (PSA) is set to take place on the 19th of November 2024, in Harare, focusing on the intersection of policy frameworks, technological advancements, and societal needs for effective privacy protection. This year’s theme, “Bridging Policy, Technology, and Societal Dynamics for Effective Privacy Protection,” will examine data collection, processing, storage, and […]
Formal traders in Zimbabwe are grappling with increased competition from informal traders, whose operations are not subject to the same taxes and regulatory obligations. This imbalance has left formal businesses struggling to maintain profitability, as informal traders can offer lower prices without the burden of compliance costs. At the recent Consignment-Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA) stakeholders’ […]
The Africa Diaspora Forum (ADF) has expressed deep concern regarding the recent tensions between South Africans and migrant-owned businesses, particularly among native black South Africans and businesses of color. In a statement, the Forum underlined that these tensions often stem from issues related to business conduct and adherence to health standards. It is alarming that […]
President Emmerson Mnangagwa officially opened ZimTrade’s annual Export Week yesterday at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo. Held under the theme ”Qala, Tanga, Start”, the event aims to foster dialogue between the business community and policymakers on key issues in the export industry. This premier platform connects international buyers with local producers, enhancing […]
The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development, Mr. Pungwa Kunaka, has raised alarm over significant mineral losses occurring during exports, with Zimbabwe reportedly losing valuable resources, especially to neighboring South Africa. He stressed that inadequate monitoring systems at mines and border posts are contributing to these leakages, undermining the country’s ability […]
The government is set to compensate farmers whose land was acquired during the 2000 land reform program, with payments scheduled to begin in the last quarter of 2024 and continue into 2025. On the 16th of October, Minister of Finance, Development and Investment Promotion, Professor Mthuli Ncube, announced that USD $20 million has been allocated […]
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