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Charity Chikara The Emergency Social Cash Transfer (ESCT) program, a collaboration between the government through the Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, UNICEF and other partners with financial backing from the Kreditanstalt fur Wielderaufbau (KFW) Bank is proving to be a lifeline for vulnerable households in Plumtree’s Mangwe District. The program provides monthly […]
Charity Chikara In a significant move to combat the growing threats of climate change, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have joined forces in an aim to safeguard the well-being of the most vulnerable children on the frontlines of this crisis. With a $39 million grant, the first […]
By Andile Mvundla 23.05.24 FC Platinum returned to the top of the Castle Lager Premiership table, despite dropping points against Yadah at Heart stadium yesterday. Norman Mapeza’s side drew 1-1 in Harare against Yadah to move level on twenty-five points with log leaders Manica Diamonds who play Highlanders today. Here are the results of other […]
Nokusa Masuku President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa recently toured and officially commissioned a state of the art Baker’s Inn plant in Bulawayo. The plant, which has a production capacity of 160 000 loaves a day, is set to serve the Southern region of the country. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, President Mnangagwa said the investment of […]
15.05.24 Charity Chikara The Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) CEO, Christopher Mugaga, is urging the government to abandon the multi-currency system, citing its negative impact on the stability of the recently introduced Zimbabwean dollar (ZiG). Speaking at a recent breakfast meeting, Mugaga argued that the continued presence of the US dollar undermines the ZiG. […]
By Charity Chikara 15.05.24 African leaders have adopted a comprehensive plan to combat food insecurity and improve soil health across the continent. The 2nd Africa Fertiliser and Soil Health Summit, held in Nairobi and chaired by Kenyan President Dr. Ruto yielded the Nairobi Declaration on Fertiliser and Soil Health, which outlines a 10-Year Action Plan. […]
By Charity Chikara 15.05.24 The East African nation has scrapped the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) fee for Zimbabwean nationals, eliminating a financial hurdle for visitors. Previously, Zimbabweans needed pre-approval through the ETA system, which also involved a fee. This recent change allows them to apply for authorization through a digital platform for identification purposes, simplifying […]
15.05.24 Charity Chikara Zimbabwe is facing a severe food security crisis after assessments by the Zimbabwe Livelihoods Assessment Committee (ZimLAC) revealed the devastating impact of the El Nino-induced drought. The reports, presented to the Cabinet by Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development Dr. Anxious Masuka on behalf of the Cabinet Committee on […]
By Charity Chikara 14.05.24 UNICEF has launched an urgent appeal for $84.9 million to provide emergency support to 866,000 children and 1.34 million people affected by the El Nino crisis in Zimbabwe. Dr. Nicholas Alipui, UNICEF Representative in Zimbabwe, expressed deep concern about the vulnerability of children in this crisis. Citing that limited access to […]
ZITF Official opening postponed to Saturday 10am Nokusa Masuku 25-04-24 The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair, which was scheduled to open tomorrow, the 26th of April 2024, has been postponed to Saturday 27 April 2024. This was said by ZITF Chairperson Busisa Moyo at the Connect Africa Symposium, which was officially opened by Vice President Kembo […]