THE major push by the Government to expand the work being done by vocational training centres so that two million youths can benefit is critical not just for the growth of the Zimbabwean economy and the industrialisation this requires, but also for fairness in opening up opportunities. Opening the Junior Parliament this week, President Mnangagwa […]
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Editorial Comment: Vocational training critical for growth of economy
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Zim gets US$9,2m supplies to improve health services
Rumbidzayi Zinyuke Senior Reporter ZIMBABWE is on course to realise improved reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health for all. This is due to positive collaborations and help with resources that have contributed to improved service delivery, in line with the National Development strategy 1. The Ministry of Health and Child Care yesterday received an […]
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Seed Co forecasts rebound in demand
Nelson Gahadza Senior Business Reporter Seed Co anticipates a rebound in seed demand during the 2024/25 agriculture season largely driven by favourable rainfall forecasts as people need to refill their granaries. Last season, the seed breeder’s sales volume declined by 10 percent as a result of the El Nino-induced drought, which negatively impacted maize and […]
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Body found in Mazowe dam with missing parts
Crime Reporter A body of an unknown man has been found floating in Mazowe Dam, with some body parts missing, in what police suspect is a ritual murder. The body was found on Monday with a stone tied to the waist, which was not heavy enough to keep the body underwater, and had some stab […]
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Call for local approach to forests preservation
Africa Moyo in BRAZZAVILLE, Congo THE African continent and the world at large should work together in planting and preserving forests, given their importance in fighting climate change, boosting people’s health and as an income generator for countries, Environment, Climate and Wildlife Minister Dr Sithembiso Nyoni said yesterday. She was speaking in an interview on […]
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Econet rolls out phone scheme for civil servants
Herald Correspondent Econet Wireless has extended its “Kancane Kancane” smartphone zero deposit credit scheme to civil servants. Under the initiative, Government employees – including teachers, nurses and doctors among others – will now be able to buy new smartphones on credit without paying any deposit. Econet chief operations officer Mr Kezito Makuni described the extension […]
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President Mnangagwa opens inaugural Irrigation Investment Conference
Rumbidzayi Zinyuke Senior Reporter President Mnangagwa has officially opened the first Zimbabwe Irrigation Investment Conference being held in Harare today. Running under the theme ‘Public – Private Partnership for Sustainable and Structured Irrigation Financing to Deliver Food Security, Everywhere, Everyday’, the conference aims to boost irrigation development and provide opportunities for public-private sector engagements as […]
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Lawyer Sternford Moyo dies
PROMINENT lawyer and the first African to hold the post of president of the International bar association (IBA), Mr Sternford Moyo has died. According to a source close to him, Mr Moyo died this morning after a short illness. The revered lawyer was chairman and senior partner of Scanlen and Holderness law firm, which he […]
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Lashers: The phoenix that rises and falls again: Part 2
Elliot Ziwira Senior Writer As explored in our previous instalment, iconic yesteryear music promoter, Lashton “Lashers” Chitoro, who has somehow mastered the art of falling, keeps on picking himself up in the face of adversity. Like a phoenix from ancient mythology known for its astonishing abilities and symbolism — signifying hope, pliability and transformation, Lashers […]
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Murder cases at beer drinking spots increase
Crime Reporter Murder cases emanating from petty issues especially during beer drinking sprees and domestic disputes are on the increase countrywide. This has prompted the police, who have been on record urging people to respect the sanctity of human life and to avoid solving disputes in violent ways, to conduct awareness campaigns. During the past […]
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No joy for Chimombe, Mpofu
Yeukai Karengezeka Court Correspondent Businessmen Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu will spend another weekend in jail owing to the unavailability of the presiding magistrate dealing with the bail application since she is not feeling well. The bail hearing failed to resume for the second time this week and was adjourned to Monday morning by Harare […]
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Inside Phillip Chiyangwa’s lavish wedding
Ruth Butaumocho and Tafadzwa Zimoyo Splendiferous is the word, for lack of better diction. To imagine the wedding was planned in just nine days, is more of a dream or probably befitting a script for a Hollywood movie. But this is not Hollywood; this is exactly the wedding that Phillip Chiyangwa, also known as Captain […]
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Special dispensation on cards for Diasporans in need of land
Africa Moyo in BRAZZAVILLE, Congo Vice President Kembo Mohadi has promised to ensure the creation of a special dispensation to enable Zimbabweans in the diaspora to speedily access land and other services they seek back home to deepen their participation in national development. Speaking on Thursday night here during an interactive engagement with Zimbabweans living […]
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EDITORIAL COMMENT: A crucial lesson for NAAZ
THE African Senior Athletics Championships have come and gone and tradition dictates that every member-nation must now take stock, review their teams’ performances, and plan ahead for the next edition. For hosts Cameroon, this will likely require a bigger introspection or, better yet, an inspection of their facilities which, according to news outlets from around […]
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Raza backs new coach Sammons
Don Makanyanga, Sports Reporter Zimbabwe T20 senior men’s cricket team captain Sikandar Raza has backed new national team coach Justin Sammons to shine and carry the team forward as he starts his journey today. Zimbabwe are set to host India in a five match T20I series starting today at Harare Sports Club. The series will […]
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Gold exports to offset consumer spending slump
Business Reporter REVENUE from gold mining and remittances from the Zimbabwean diaspora will offset the potential reduced consumer spending from any adverse economic conditions, which may affect consumer-facing companies, analysts say. They also contend that significant inflows from Zimbabweans living and working outside the country would help sustain consumer demand. In its latest Zimbabwe Consumer […]
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Legend ‘Mai Rwizi’ burial this week
Arts Reporter Veteran actress Susan “Mai Rwizi” Chenjerai, who died last Friday after a short illness, will be buried this week as the family is waiting for relatives travelling from the diaspora, a family spokesperson has confirmed. The 83-year-old actress, who doubled as a musician, lit the ZTV screen as Mai Rwizi in the drama […]
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US$220m irrigation deals signed
Rumbidzayi Zinyuke, Senior Reporter Two significant public-private partnerships valued at over US$220 million have been signed by Government with private entities to bolster irrigation development across the country. This move signifies a major milestone towards ensuring food security and economic growth through increased agricultural productivity. The first agreement with Valley Irrigation is worth US$172 million […]
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Illegal billboard trial in false start
Prosper Dembedza Herald Correspondent The trial of two Borrowdale men who erected a billboard denouncing a property developing company failed to start last Friday following indications that their lawyer of choice was not available. This prompted the matter to be deferred to July 12 for trial commencement. Grant Russel, a director of Fairclot Investments and […]
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138 000t of grain moved to vulnerable communities
Precious Manomano Herald Reporter The Government has started distributing 138 000 tonnes of grain from GMB silos to vulnerable communities, as efforts to eradicate hunger intensify in all parts of the country. Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development Permanent Secretary Professor Obert Jiri said the process of distributing 138 000 tonnes of grain is […]
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