Month: June 2024
Nothing Can Stop Zimbabwe from Hosting the SADC Summit
As we approach the 44th SADC Heads of State and Government Summit, there are increasing efforts by some to prevent Zimbabwe from hosting the event and President Mnangagwa from becoming the chair. Joseph Kalimbwe, an activist from Zambia’s ruling UPND party, has been very active on social media, calling for a “neutral” venue, suggesting Johannesburg […]
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Zimbabwe Launches Multi-Sectoral Plan to Combat Drug and Substance Abuse
On June 26, 2024, Zimbabwe officially launched its Multi-Sectoral Drug and Substance Abuse Plan for 2024-2030 in Harare. The initiative, unveiled by President Dr. E. D. Mnangagwa, coincided with the United Nations International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. This comprehensive plan aims to tackle the significant public health, socio-economic, and national security challenges […]
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Zimbabwe Advances Sustainable Industrialization and Climate-Smart Business Growth
The Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) held its 2024 Annual Congress at Elephant Hills Resort, Victoria Falls, under the theme “Unlocking New Frontiers for Sustainable Industrialization and Climate-Smart Business Growth.” The event, graced by the Minister of Industry and Commerce, Hon. N. M. Ndhlovu, emphasized the nation’s commitment to rapid industrialization and environmental sustainability. […]
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Cabinet Approves 600MW Floating Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant
Adequate power supply is essential for economic development, social progress, and overall prosperity. To achieve universal access to electricity by 2030, the government of Zimbabwe is investing significantly in solar power and grid expansion. With a total installed capacity of 2,185 MW, the country faces a shortfall compared to the peak demand of 1,900 MW, […]
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Government Steps Up Efforts to Mitigate Effects of El Nino-Induced Drought
In the face of the El Nino-induced drought, the Cabinet continues to update the nation on food security and agricultural plans, as presented by the Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, Dr. Axious Masuka. President Mnangagwa has assured that no one in Zimbabwe will die of hunger. To augment the Strategic Grain […]
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Zimbabwe Opposition Plans Protests Inspired by Kenya
Opposition activists Gift Ostallos Siziva and Amos Chibaya are planning to organize mass protests in Zimbabwe, inspired by the ongoing protests in Kenya. They aim to protest the continued imprisonment of 71 CCC Chamisa faction supporters who were arrested for holding an illegal gathering. Siziva and Chibaya hope to use these protests to revive Nelson […]
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President Mnangagwa Advocates for African Self-Reliance and Development at AfDB Annual Meetings
President Dr. E.D. Mnangagwa attended the High-Level Presidential Dialogue at the 2024 Annual Meetings of the African Development Bank (AfDB), as reported by the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Honourable N.M. Ndlovu. President Mnangagwa led a delegation to the 59th Annual Meetings of the AfDB in Nairobi, Kenya, from May 27 to […]
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Zimbabwe’s Agricultural Sector: Updates on 2023/2024 Summer Crops, Food Security, and Winter Cereals Plan
The Cabinet recently provided an update on the 2023/24 summer crops marketing, food security outlook up to March 2025, and the 2024 winter cereals plan, as reported by the Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development, Dr. A.J. Masuka. The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) expects to intake 210,000 metric tonnes of maize and […]
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ZiG registered as an international currency
Zimbabwe introduced a new currency, Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), in April this year. Now, it has been registered as an international currency according to International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements. The World Bank ISO 4217 Committee approved the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s (RBZ) request to change the currency code from ZWL to Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG), effective […]
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Old Mutual launches Prospect housing project
In an important move, Old Mutual, a big financial services company, started a $12 million housing project in Prospect, Harare, this Monday. The company held the groundbreaking ceremony for the project yesterday. The housing project will be done in phases, with $4 million to be used this year. Modern housing units will be built on […]
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