Zvamaida Murwira, Harare Bureau ZIMBABWE is ready to embrace modern technology as part of its policy to leapfrog its modernisation and industrialisation agenda and is prepared to remove any bottlenecks that might impede those objectives, President Mnangagwa has said. The President said this yesterday while receiving a donation of an electric vehicle from Build Your […] …
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Befitting farewell for National Hero Dube
Nqobile Tshili, nqobile.tshili@chronicle.co.zw BULAWAYO’S Barbourfields Stadium, often a stage for jubilant cheers and sporting victories, transformed into a solemn sanctuary yesterday as mourners gathered to bid farewell to National Hero, Colonel (Retired) Tshinga Dube. The stadium, typically alive with football fans, was instead filled with mourners united in their grief and respect for a man […] …
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Breast cancer survivor shares journey of hope amidst adversity
Flora Fadzai Sibanda, florafadzaisibz@gmail.com IN 2017, Mrs Pamhidzai Thaka (59) of Bulawayo’s Newton West suburb received devastating news—she was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer that had spread to her left lung, severely lowering her chances of survival. Having lost her biological mother to blood cancer a few years earlier, the diagnosis felt like a […] …
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Farmers gear up for the summer cropping season
Nqobile Bhebhe, nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw ZIMBABWE Farmers Union (ZFU) has said its members are gearing up for the 2024/25 farming season as evidenced by the advanced preparatory state. In an interview, ZFU operations director, Dr Prince Kuipa, said there are several Government-sponsored programmes available to farmers such as Pfumvudza/Intwasa Presidential Climate-Proofed Agriculture Production Scheme and the National […] …
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Afro-Imbube pioneer, Ezebhubesi breaks boundaries
Sipepisiwe Moyo, moyosipepisiwe@gmail.com Zimbabwean-born Brian Sibanda, the pioneer of Afro-Imbube traditional music, is making a name for himself in South Africa’s vibrant arts scene. A proud advocate of African culture, Sibanda is the mastermind behind the Afro-Imbube genre, a blend of traditional African music and modern Afro-pop elements. He is celebrated not only for his unique […] …
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WATCH: US$3,6 billion energy Industrial Park in Beitbridge
Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu, sukulwenkosi.dube@chronicle.co.zw A massive undertaking has been launched by the Government in collaboration with Chinese mining firm, Palm River Energy, and Metallurgical Special Economic Zone to develop a US$3,6 billion energy Industrial Park in Beitbridge. The project, located 20km west of Beitbridge town, aims to introduce the production of stainless steel, which promises to revolutionise […] …
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WATCH: National Hero Tshinga Dube’s last journey to Shangani
Nqobile Tshili, nqobile.tshili@chronicle.co.zw THE serene hills of Colonel (Retired) Tshinga Dube’s farm in Shangani, Insiza District, Matabeleland South Province, were awash with a sombre quietness, a far cry from their usual vibrancy, as hundreds of mourners thronged to bid their final farewells to the late national hero. The poignant atmosphere was filled with an overwhelming sense […] …
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Minister urges mining skills development
Sikhulekelani Moyo, mskhulekelani16@gmail.com MINES and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando has called on stakeholders in the mining sector, particularly mining companies, to actively participate in the development of mining skills. He stressed that this initiative will enhance the industry’s capabilities and boost productivity as the nation advances towards achieving Vision 2030. Speaking at the Zimbabwe […] …
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Education 5.0 imparts farming skills to Mtshabezi High pupils
Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu, sukulwenkosi.dube@chronicle.co.zw IMPLEMENTATION of the Government’s Education 5.0 model has catalysed remarkable progress at Mtshabezi Irrigation Scheme in Gwanda District, where several agricultural projects have benefited learners by equipping them with essential farming skills. At Mtshabezi High School, several agricultural projects have equipped learners with vital farming skills while promoting the school’s financial sustainability. […] …
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WATCH: Stronger Zimbabwe, Namibia ties to drive SADC development agenda
Prosper Ndlovu in Windhoek, Namibia ZIMBABWE and Namibia have solidified their diplomatic and political ties, aiming to enhance their citizens’ livelihoods while contributing to the development of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) regional agenda. In an interview on the side-lines of the Windhoek Agricultural and Livestock Fair, Zimbabwe’s Ambassador to Namibia, Melody Chaurura, expressed […] …
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