Zimbabwe’s heavy reliance on coal-based energy is hurting the health of people in mining regions who continue to be exposed to dirty air from coal burning. Columbus Mavhunga visited the Hwange thermal power station and the surrounding area, where residents have complained about the air pollution. Source: Zimbabwe turns to private firms to boost freight […]
The post Zimbabwe turns to private firms to boost freight rail volumes appeared first on Zimbabwe Situation. …
Continue reading…
Power shortages cost Zimbabwe 6.1 percent of GDP annually, says World Bank
Zimbabwe’s efforts to achieve high economic growth and attain upper-middle-income status by 2030 are being hindered by unreliable power supply. The country faces frequent and prolonged power outages, which are stifling businesses and costing the economy an estimated 6.1 percent of GDP each year, according to the World Bank.
The post Power shortages cost Zimbabwe 6.1 percent of GDP annually, says World Bank appeared first on Zimbabwe Situation. …
Continue reading…
Welshamn Ncube makes new CCC appointments
Source: Welshamn Ncube makes new CCC appointments – Bulawayo24 News The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), the party has announced new appointments to enhance its communication structure. Welshman Ncube, acting president of CCC, issued a statement today confirming that Honorable Willias Madzimure and Kuraone Chihwayi have been appointed to key roles within the party. Honorable […]
The post Welshamn Ncube makes new CCC appointments appeared first on Zimbabwe Situation. …
Continue reading…
Innovative home-grown solutions: UZ can make 14 000 number plates per day
Wallace Ruzvidzo, Harare Bureau Zimbabwe is now producing enough number plates to meet local demand and supply other SADC countries, with negotiations already underway for the country to start exports, University of Zimbabwe Vice Chancellor Professor Paul Mapfumo has said. What was once a hall that housed mining equipment is now the university’s number plate manufacturing […] …
Continue reading…
Crackdown on illegal operations: 46 vocational training colleges de-registered
Nqobile Tshili and Trish Mukwazo, Chronicle Writers GOVERNMENT has de-registered 46 vocational training colleges across Zimbabwe, including eight from Bulawayo, as part of a crackdown on institutions that fail to meet the required quality standards. Those de-registered in Bulawayo are Foundation College, Zimbabwe Distance Education College (Zdeco), Zaoga Nketa 7, Hillview International College, Academy of Learning, […] …
Continue reading…
Praca 2024 to feature new categories in celebration of artistic excellence
Mthabisi Tshuma, revmmthiretshuma@gmail.com ORGANISERS of the (Praca) have revealed that preparations for the fifth edition have commenced with the main event to be held on December 21. This event celebrates excellence in the cultural and creative industries, as well as community development, and recognises outstanding contributions from individuals and organisations. The awards ceremony has become a highly […] …
Continue reading…
COMMENT: Harsher sanctions must be imposed on errant colleges
THE Government yesterday published a long list of educational institutions whose operations are in violation of the law. It listed those that it has deregistered and those that are operating illegally. A total of 46 vocational training colleges across the country have been deregistered while 330 institutions are operating illegally. In Bulawayo, the Government scrapped […] …
Continue reading…
SeedCo tackles farmers’ climate change challenges
Sikhulekelani Moyo, mskhulekelani16@gmail.com LISTED seed manufacturer, SeedCo Zimbabwe, says research and development are critical in driving innovation that guides production of climate-smart seed varieties to ensure improved farming output. In a statement accompanying its annual report for the year ended 31 March 2024, SeedCo group chairman Mr Pearson Gowero said the company was determined to address […] …
Continue reading…
Ollie Pope out as England collapse on second morning against Sri Lanka
England collapsed to 325 all out on the second morning of the third Test against Sri Lanka, with captain Ollie Pope reaching 154 before joining the exodus today. The hosts dominated day one to reach 221 for three, Pope making an unbeaten 103, but batted carelessly as they were rolled over in just two hours. […] …
Continue reading…
Brazil boost own chances for 2026 World Cup
Rodrygo scored the winning goal in the first half as Brazil defeated Ecuador 1-0 in Curitiba to end a four-game winless streak in World Cup 2026 qualifying. The 23-year-old Real Madrid swinger scored with a shot from outside the box in the 30th minute, which was deflected by a defender and went in off the […] …
Continue reading…