Month: January 2025
Zimbabwe Aims for US$20 Million in Business at Fruit Logistica 2025
Zimbabwe is setting ambitious goals for the upcoming Fruit Logistica fair in Berlin, Germany, targeting over US$20 million in business deals during the global horticultural event. The national trade and promotion agency, ZimTrade, is leading a delegation of 30 local companies to the exhibition, which will take place from February 5 to 7, 2025. ZimTrade’s […]
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Minister Muswere Tours Impact Projects in Kwekwe, Highlights Economic Progress
Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, is in Kwekwe to assess the progress of key developmental projects in the Midlands province. The Minister’s visit comes as part of a broader government initiative to showcase the strides made under the Second Republic in driving economic growth and development. During the tour, […]
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EAC Heads of State Hold Urgent Summit on Deteriorating Situation in Eastern DRC
The Heads of State of the East African Community (EAC) convened a virtual extraordinary summit on January 29, 2025, to address the escalating security crisis in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The summit, led by Kenyan President William Ruto, brought together the leaders of Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania, Burundi, South Sudan, […]
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ZIFA President Magwizi Extends Olive Branch to Rivals
ZIFA President Nqobile Magwizi has reached out to contestants from the January 25 ZIFA executive committee elections, calling for unity and collaboration. Magwizi, who won the election decisively, has urged all contestants to unite and contribute to the development of football. “I want to acknowledge Machana Philemon, Gore Marshall, Twine Phiri, Makwinji-Soma Phiri, Martin Kweza, […]
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SADC to Hold Extraordinary Summit on Eastern DRC Security Situation
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) will convene an Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government on January 30, 2025, in Harare, Zimbabwe, to discuss the security situation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The Summit will be chaired by His Excellency Dr. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, President of […]
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South Africa Pays Tribute to Fallen Soldiers in DRC Peacekeeping Mission
South Africa has expressed its deep sorrow following the tragic loss of 13 soldiers serving in the SADC Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (SAMIDRC). These soldiers, who were part of the peacekeeping force, died in the escalating conflict in the eastern DRC, which has seen intensified fighting between the M23 rebel group, […]
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Khayah Cement Calls First Creditors’ Meeting as Corporate Rescue Begins
Cement manufacturer Khayah Cement, placed under corporate rescue in December last year under the Insolvency Act [Chapter 6:07], has convened its first creditors’ meeting to verify claims. The company voluntarily entered corporate rescue due to viability challenges, appointing Bulisa Mbano of Grant Thornton (Zimbabwe) as the corporate rescue practitioner to oversee the process. The first […]
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WestProp Offers Shareholders Scrip US Dollar Dividend
Diversified property firm WestProp Holdings Limited has declared an 83.33 US cents dividend for the period ending December 31, 2023, payable in cash or scrip. The dividend will be paid from the company’s retained earnings.The company’s offer allows shareholders to increase their stake in WestProp by opting for shares instead of a cash dividend. The […]
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Pasuwa Appointed as Malawi National Team Head Coach
Calisto Pasuwa, former coach of Dynamos, the Zimbabwe Warriors, and Malawi’s Nyasa Big Bullets, has been officially appointed as the head coach of the Malawi national team. The highly accomplished coach, who led Dynamos to four consecutive league titles (2011-2014), guided the Warriors to AFCON qualification, and secured five straight championships with Nyasa Big Bullets, […]
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Zimbabwean Innovator Unveils World’s First Self-Powering Vehicles and Motorbikes
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has praised Zimbabweans for their capacity to drive groundbreaking innovations that challenge traditional global norms. This statement came as the President met with local inventor Maxwell Chikumbutso at State House in Harare, where Chikumbutso showcased his latest creation: the world’s first self-powering vehicles and motorbikes that operate on radio waves. President Mnangagwa […]
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