Year: 2024
ARTUZ Caught Offside Again
The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has once again sparked controversy, this time on an international stage. ARTUZ recently filed a complaint with the International Labour Organisation (ILO), alleging hostility and persecution by the Zimbabwean government against union leaders and employees advocating for improved wages and working conditions. The complaint, however, has been […]
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Zimbabwe Remains an Attractive Destination for Investment
President E.D. Mnangagwa’s ‘Zimbabwe is Open for Business’ mantra has effectively marketed the country to international investors, who are increasingly seeking opportunities to invest in Zimbabwe. Currently, the government is hosting a delegation of investors from Ploutous International Investment firm, based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United States of America (USA). The […]
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Government Takes Proactive Steps to Ensure Food Security
The 2023/2024 farming season has been severely impacted by the El Nino-induced drought, leading to a challenging food security situation. In response, the Cabinet recently received and reviewed the 2023/2024 Food Security Outlook, projecting conditions until March 2025, as well as the Winter Cereals Production Plan for 2024. These critical reports were presented by the […]
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Sihkala’s Geneva jaunt, flight of shame, lies
Job Sikhala, Chairman of the National Democratic Working Group (NDWG), recently attended the Human Rights and Democracy Summit in Geneva, which some opposition members claim is a UN Summit. During his speech, Sikhala accused the Zimbabwean government of numerous human rights abuses, including persecution, murder, and enforced disappearances. His allegations have sparked controversy, with government […]
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Zim-Kenya economic and political ties deepen
Kenya has scrapped the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) fee for Zimbabwean travellers. The ETA fee was a pre-approval requirement for entering Kenya, but now Zimbabwean passport holders can travel there without the additional financial burden. Kenya now requires Zimbabwean travellers to apply for authorization on digital platforms for identification purposes. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs […]
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REPORTS ON THE ZIMBABWE LIVELIHOODS ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE (ZimLAC) 2024 URBAN LIVELIHOODS AND NUTRITION ASSESSMENT AND THE SECOND ROUND CROPS, LIVESTOCK, AND FISHERIES ASSESSMENT
Cabinet received reports on the Zimbabwe Livelihoods Assessment Committee (ZimLAC) 2024 Urban Livelihoods and Nutrition Assessment, and the Second Round Crops, Livestock, and Fisheries Assessment. These were presented by Honourable Dr. A.J. Masuka, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet Committee on Food Security and Nutrition, and Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development. The […]
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PRESS BRIEF ON CONSUMER PROTECTION
Dr. Douglas Runyowa, Chief Director, Commerce and Consumer Affairs The Ministry of Industry and Commerce is dedicated to modernizing and growing local industry to enhance its competitiveness and improve consumer welfare and economic growth. This is achieved through various laws, including the Consumer Protection Act [Chapter 14:44] and the Trade Measures Act [Chapter 14:23]. Routine […]
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Progress in Justice and Rehabilitation Projects
Harare, Zimbabwe – The Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs, Honourable Ziyambi Ziyambi, shared updates on various projects his Ministry is implementing. These initiatives aim to boost agricultural production, enhance inmate rehabilitation, and improve judicial infrastructure across the country. At Hurungwe Prison Farm in Mashonaland West Province, the harvesting of 80 hectares of maize […]
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Zim Cricket Stadium Construction Project gathers momentum
The government’s promise to leave no one and no place behind is coming to fruition. Keeping this promise, the government plans to build a modern cricket stadium in the Masuwe Special Economic Zone for Tourism in Victoria Falls. Until now, Zimbabweans have only seen international cricket matches in Harare and Bulawayo, but this will change. […]
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Zimbabwe Hosts First World Tobacco Africa Expo
Zimbabwe is hosting the first World Tobacco Africa Expo at Rainbow Towers from today until tomorrow. The event is co-hosted with Quartz Business Media, known for organizing business-to-business (B2B) exhibitions and conferences worldwide. The expo will focus on tobacco leaf activities in Africa and includes a conference and exhibition. So far, 750 delegates from 351 […]
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