Day: April 12, 2024
“Mhandarume Village Thrives with Government Support: Empowerment and Progress at the Forefront”
Nestled within the rolling hills and valleys of Chimanimani lies a village where perseverance and ingenuity converge to create a vibrant community. Mhandarume, a hidden gem in this remote region, exemplifies the power of collective action and sustainable development. A shining beacon in the rugged landscape, Mhandarume stands as a testament to the human spirit, […]
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‘Embrace, defend the new currency’
Sustainable economic development can only be achieved through the use of a local currency which will stimulate economic growth and guarantee stability, President Mnangagwa has said. This follows last week’s introduction of the gold and other precious minerals-backed ZiG currency by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ). Addressing the 374th Session of the Politburo at […]
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ZiG stability to anchor de-dollarisation
Nqobile Tshili, nqobile.tshili@chronicle.co.zw THE adoption of the new structured Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency will deliver long-term financial services stability and restoration of savings, leading to a favourable environment for the economy to transition away from the dollar and establish the local unit as the mainstream currency, Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli […]
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Approach your banks for ZiG, US$: RBZ Governor
THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has enough reserves to satisfy the foreign currency requirements of all legitimate businesses and no business needs to go to the black market to pay for imports, RBZ Governor Dr John Mushyavanhu said yesterday. Dr Mushyavanhu said businesses should approach their banks to buy ZiGs or US dollars, instead of […]
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Zimbabwe Gender Commission launches sexual harassment policy
IN a landmark move towards creating a safer and more equitable media landscape, the Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) yesterday launched the long-awaited Media Industry Sexual Harassment Policy. The new policy underscores the Second Republic’s commitment to fostering a media environment free from harassment and abuse and aims to empower journalists, boost productivity, and ensure a […]
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Kamativi Mine to galvanise Matabeleland North transformation
THE official commissioning of the new lithium mining project in Kamativi, Hwange District, by President Mnangagwa today is expected to add new impetus to the ongoing transformation of Matabeleland North Province with positive spin-offs spreading towards the revitalisation of Bulawayo industries, economic experts have said. Following the establishment of the massive lithium project by Kamativi […]
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Zimbabwe introduces injectable HIV drug
ZIMBABWE has introduced Cabotegravir long-acting (CAB-LA), an injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis drug, to add to the HIV prevention regime in the country. The drug, an ARV designed to suppress any infection as it occurs, is for HIV-negative people who have a high risk of becoming infected with HIV. It is the third pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) product […]
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Minister Muswere urges media to report ethically
THE media should continue to play a critical role in disseminating information to curb deadly pandemics, the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Dr Jenfan Muswere, said yesterday. He said the media has helped Zimbabwe to combat cholera and achieve the 95/95/95 target of reducing the impact of the HIV/AIDS pandemic. The media also […]
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