Month: May 2024
Zimbabwe Partners with Vitronic Machine Vision for Smart Traffic Management System
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to engage Vitronic Machine Vision Middle East in the implementation of a Smart Traffic Management System in Zimbabwe. This was announced by Honourable Kazembe Kazembe, the Minister of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, following the company’s feasibility study visit from May 12 to 16, 2024. Vitronic Machine Vision Middle […]
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New Heritage-Based Education Curriculum Plan Approved
The Cabinet has approved the Implementation Plan for the Heritage-Based Education Curriculum, presented by Honourable Professor A. Murwira, the Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development. This new curriculum aims to improve the education system in the country from 2024 to 2030 by providing a clear framework and timelines. Starting in […]
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Trending Issues 28 May 2024
Africa’s Future Lies in Its Own Hands President E.D. Mnangagwa’s advice that Africans should utilize their own resources to sustain their livelihoods and avoid relying on foreign aid is a wise and timely move that all Africans should embrace and act upon. In his address marking the 61st Africa Day commemorations, the President emphasized that […]
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Zimbabwe Rwanda Hold Midterm Review Meeting of the 2nd Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation
Statement by Ambassador Albert R. Chimbindi, Rwanda Ambassador Albert R. Chimbindi, Co-chair and Head of Delegation of the Republic of Zimbabwe;H.E Charity Manyeruke, Ambassador of Zimbabwe to Rwanda;Distinguished Government Officials from Zimbabwe and Rwanda. Please allow me to express my sincere appreciation for the kind hospitality and excellent arrangements extended to our delegation in this […]
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Zimbabwe Launches Nationwide Consultations on Climate Change Bill
Harare, May 27, 2024 – Hon. Dr. Sithembiso G.G Nyoni, the Minister of Environment, Climate, and Wildlife, yesterday opened a critical meeting in Harare. This event starts the nationwide discussions on the draft Climate Change Management Bill and the Zimbabwe Carbon Trading Framework. In her speech, Dr. Nyoni emphasized the need for collective action to […]
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Gvt, UN ramp up food aid appeal
The government of Zimbabwe, in collaboration with the United Nations, has initiated a major food aid appeal to address the severe food shortages caused by an El Niño-induced drought. The appeal, signed by Hon. D. Garwe, Minister of Local Government and Public Works, and the UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator, aims to support the […]
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Adopting Smart Agriculture Practices To Mitigate Effects Of Climate Change
Smart agriculture, also called precision agriculture or digital farming, uses technology and data to improve farming. This involves tools like sensors, drones, GPS, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to better manage crops, soil, and livestock. The goal is to boost productivity, cut costs, lessen environmental impact, and make farming more sustainable. Benefits of Smart Agriculture: […]
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Zimbabwe Launches Key Pillars in Development Cooperation Framework
Harare, May 27, 2024 — In a significant stride towards bolstering its development initiatives, Zimbabwe has launched three critical components of its development cooperation framework: Sector Working Groups (SWGs), the Development Projects Management Information System (DEVPROMIS), and the 4th Round Monitoring Exercise for the Global Partnership for Effective Development Cooperation. Speaking at the launch event, […]
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Zimbabwe Republic Police Arrest Bus Operators and Gangs Over Mutare Bus Rank Violence
Mutare, May 26, 2024 — The Zimbabwe Republic Police have confirmed the arrest of several bus operators, touts, rank marshals, and criminal gangs following violent clashes at the Mutare bus rank on May 23 and 24, 2024. The detainees include: Police reports reveal that some suspects were hired and compensated to incite violence, armed with […]
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Public Reassured: No Covid-19 or New Viruses Detected, Says Health Ministry
Harare, May 26, 2024 — The Ministry of Health and Child Care has addressed growing concerns over the recent increase in flu-like illnesses observed across Zimbabwe. In a press statement released yesterday, the Ministry clarified that these illnesses are attributed to the common cold, which typically sees a rise during the winter months. “The winter […]
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