Source: Scrap PVO Bill, UN tells ED -Newsday Zimbabwe UNITED Nations (UN) special rapporteurs on human rights have urged the government to withdraw the controversial Private Voluntary Organisations Amendment (PVO) Bill in its entirety saying it is an assault on democratic principles. UN rapporteurs Gina Romero, Irene Khan, Mary Lawlor and Ben Saul, expressed concern […]
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Zimbabwe poised to lead cannabis farming industry
Raymond Jaravaza, raymondjaravaza@gmail.com ZIMBABWE is carving a niche as a global leader in the rapidly rising cannabis industry. By using research to develop cannabis seed genetics, the country is aiming to reduce production costs and increase export opportunities. This initiative indicates the country’s determination to drive economic development through cannabis farming. The Kutsaga Research Board is […] …
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President’s regional leadership commended . . . IOM boss acknowledges SADC chairman’s role in fostering peace and stability in region
Mukudzei Chingwere, Harare Bureau PRESIDENT Mnangagwa’s role as Chairman of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) has received global commendation for bringing peace and stability in the region. Visiting Director General of the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), Ms Amy Pope, who paid a courtesy call on the President at State House in Harare yesterday, said […] …
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Bundu wins big at Zaftas
Mthabisi Tshuma, revmmthiretshuma@gmail.com In a dazzling evening of glitz and glamour, Bundu, a series that sheds light on the fight against poaching, clinched the Outstanding Television Production Award at the Zimbabwe Annual Film and Television Awards (Zaftas) held in Harare recently. The event, hosted by the Cinema Society of Zimbabwe, celebrated excellence in local film and […] …
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Experts applaud 2025 budget green initiatives . . . call for stronger climate policies
Sikhulekelani Moyo, mskhulekelani16@gmail.com CLIMATE experts have lauded the 2025 National Budget for its climate-friendly measures, such as new taxes and rebates aimed at encouraging the adoption of smart energy solutions and biodegradable materials. Nonetheless, they have urged the Government to strengthen these efforts by implementing robust policies that will attract green investments and guarantee sustainability. Finance, […] …
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Zifa nominations close today
Lovemore Dube, lovemore.dube@chronicle.co.zw THE Zifa Electoral Committee has announced that the deadline for submission of nomination papers for the January 25 board elections is today. The electoral committee also revealed that other qualifications like Independent Examining Board, Grade 11, Cambridge GCE, and Matric would be accepted according to Article 38 Paragraph 7, which states that the […] …
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Mphoko’s wish was to be buried at his plot in Bulawayo: family
Late VP follows Mugabe in Heroes Acre snub
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Ncube sues Tshabangu over ‘unlawful’ changes to parliamentary leadership
‘He is a non entity and it is surprising that the Speaker keeps entertaining him instead of the party’
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Villagers protest cement project ahead of Hurungwe Council meeting
Elderly suffer the most, vegetable gardens burnt down and fields cordoned off in callous displacement bid
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Zambian court rules ex-president Lungu ineligible to run for another term
Lungu’s first term, which he served from 2015 to 2016 after the death of then-president Michael Sata, counted as a full term – court
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