August 21, 2024
Zimbabwe: Chamisa Fires Back At Critics Says the Struggle Is Not Instant Coffee
Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has hit back at critics accusing him of failing to take decisive action against Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu PF… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Debunking Misinformation - Will the RBZ Convert Diaspora Remittances to ZIG?
Last week, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Deputy Director William Mamhimanzi caused an uproar when he said the bank should convert diaspora remittances to the local ZiG currency. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Harare Official Exposes Alleged CCC Corruption in City Subsidiaries
Harare City acting Chamber Secretary Warren Chiwawa has laid bare a series of alleged corruption scandals linked to the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) during his… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Bolster Surveillance in Response to Mpox , Doctors Urge Govt
The Zimbabwe Association of Doctors for Human Rights (ZADHR) has called on the government to bolster its surveillance and response mechanisms following the World Health… Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Leaders Urged to Tackle Inequality, Illicit Flows, Food Security in the Region
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) heads of state have been urged to address a host of challenges hindering regional economic growth, social justice, and… Read more »
August 17, 2024
Southern Africa: Exploring Gender Justice in the SADC Region - Insights From the SADC People's Summit
The SADC People's Summit was in full swing this week in Harare, under the banner "Reclaiming SADC for People's Development: Building People Power, Voice, and Agency towards… Read more »
August 16, 2024
Zimbabwe: Why Zimbabwe Should Adopt a Fixed Election Date
Imagine this: you're planning a big event, a grand wedding, perhaps. The date is set, the venue booked, the guests invited, and then--boom! Someone tells you, "We might have to… Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Summit Demands U.S.$5 Trillion Climate Reparations From Global North
The SADC People's Summit, a gathering of civil society organizations, community leaders, and citizens from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, has issued a… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Expert Urges Regularisation of Sprawling Settlements to Combat Urban Climate Crisis
Local governance expert Dr. Vincent Chakunda has linked the rapid growth of informal settlements to the exacerbation of climate change in urban areas. Read more »
August 15, 2024
Zimbabwe: SADC Summit Will Not Halt Enforcement of Zimbabwean Laws, Warns Zanu-PF
The ruling ZANU PF party has issued a stern warning against any attempts to disrupt the 44th SADC Summit in the capital through protests. The government will not hesitate to… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Muzorewa Calls for United Front Among Zimbabwe's Opposition
United African National Council (UANC) leader Gwinyai Muzorewa has called for a united front among Zimbabwe's opposition parties, advocating for a movement that could bring peace,… Read more »
Southern Africa: Young Women in SADC At the Frontlines of Drought-Induced Suffering
As Southern Africa grapples with the harsh realities of an El Niño-induced drought, the most vulnerable are often the least visible. In a region where the ongoing drought… Read more »
August 14, 2024
Zimbabwe: New Firm Set to Take Over City Parking Management in Harare
TEAM Chapter, a company aligned with the ruling Zanu PF party, is set to take over from City Parking as the manager of parking bays in the city's central business district (CBD)… Read more »
August 09, 2024
Southern Africa: Catholic Bishops Raise Alarm Over Human Rights Ahead of SADC Summit
The Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops' Conference (ZCBC) has issued a warning regarding the deteriorating political climate in the country as it gears up for the Southern Africa… Read more »
August 08, 2024
Zimbabwe: Unicef Applauds Govt-Led Cholera Response As Zimbabwe Declares End of Outbreak
Zimbabwe has officially declared the end of a devastating cholera outbreak that resulted in 34,550 cases and more than 700 confirmed or suspected deaths. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Jacaranda Music Festival 2024 Launched
Stanbic Bank will once again bankroll the country's premier annual musical event, Stanbic Bank Jacaranda Music Festival which kicks off in October this year. Read more »
August 07, 2024
Zimbabwe: Harare City Officials Denied Bail in Street Lighting Tender Scandal
Harare Town Clerk Hosiah Abraham Chisango (54) and Principal Contracts Administrator Artkins Mandaza (42) were denied bail after being arraigned before the Harare Magistrates'… Read more »
Southern Africa: Agroecology Takes Center Stage As Southern Africa Tackles Climate Crisis
The inaugural regional agroecology conference, held in Harare, has brought to the fore the urgent need for a concerted push towards sustainable agriculture practices in Southern… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Harmonise or De-Harmonise? Zimbabwe's Electoral Cliffhanger
For a while in the Zimbabwean political discourse, one topic has grown louder and more contentious: the synchronization of elections. Read more »
August 06, 2024
Zimbabwe: Crackdown On Activists Raises Global Alarm
Human rights and civil society organizations across Africa have raised alarms over the intensifying repression in Zimbabwe, warning of a severe crackdown on civic freedoms and… Read more »
August 02, 2024
Southern Africa: Home Affairs Minister Warns Against Civil Disobedience Ahead of SADC Summit
Home Affairs Minister Kazembe Kazembe has issued a stern warning to those allegedly plotting civil disobedience, highlighting that the government will not hesitate to maintain… Read more »
July 31, 2024
Zimbabwe: Feminist Leadership Training Empowers Zimbabwean Women
A recent Feminist Transformative Leadership Training held in Harare ignited a spark among aspiring leaders, empowering them to challenge the status quo and drive positive… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimfest 2024 - a Vibrant Showcase of Talent and Tradition
Zimfest marked its 25th year with an unforgettable weekend. With over 15,000 people in attendance, the annual event solidified its reputation as a must-attend event for Southern… Read more »
July 30, 2024
Zimbabwe: Zanu-PF Official in Court Over $4 Million Fraud Allegations
A senior official from Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu PF party appeared in court on Monday to face four charges of fraud amounting to a staggering US$4 million. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zim's MSMEs Struggle Amid Illicit Financial Flows and Insurance Gaps
Illicit financial flows (IFFs) have emerged as a significant yet often overlooked challenge. As the nation grapples with economic instability, these hidden financial streams… Read more »