Safeguard traditional seeds, farmers urged

He urged farmers to document their varieties and work together to preserve their seed banks. PELUM Zimbabwe, a network-based organisation that promotes agroecology, has committed to increasing efforts towards the  protection of farmer-managed seed systems in the country.  Speaking at a validation meeting on guidelines for developing a sui generis system for seed protection, programme…

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IAB South Africa collaborates with ARB to launch the first Content Creator Charter

(Image supplied) There is a need for a set of guiding principles that promote ethical and transparent practices in response to the meteoric rise of the South African creator economy. Spearheaded by the organisation’s Influencer Marketing Committee, the Charter aims to establish a strong foundation for mutually beneficial relationships between marketers, content creators and their…

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#Loeries: The joy and anxiety in the age of AI

The Loeries Creative Week photography masterclass From Art to AI, took a deep dive into the opportunities and threats posed by AI in the creative industry. With a panel of accomplished industry professionals, the session explored how AI is simultaneously opening doors and sparking debate about its potential risks.

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80% of Zimbos against ED2030 agenda: Survey

President Emmerson Mnangagwa EIGHT out of 10 Zimbabweans are opposed to a plot to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa term of office beyond 2028, according to the latest Afrobarometer survey. Mnangagwa’s loyalists in the ruling Zanu PF party have announced plans to have the Constitution changed so that the President can remain in office until 2030…

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Zanu PF bigwig fingered in gold ore theft

A ZANU PF bigwig was yesterday nabbed by police in connection with the theft of a mine dump and gold ore from a local mine in Goromonzi. A ZANU PF bigwig was yesterday nabbed by police in connection with the theft of a mine dump and gold ore from a local mine in Goromonzi. Sources…

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Govt raids shops over imitations

Spar Five Avenue has been raided by the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development who are on a nationwide operation against illicit imports. GOVERNMENT yesterday launched a crackdown against shops and supermarkets selling counterfeit, expired and smuggled goods that have flooded the market in the capital, Harare, and other cities. There is…

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Mlalazi, wife shine at Nigerian awards

MULTI-AWARD-WINNING gospel sensation Everton Mlalazi MULTI-AWARD-WINNING gospel sensation Everton Mlalazi and his wife-cum-manager Gamuchirai are celebrating their harmonious synergy in music and life following their outstanding triumph at the prestigious Christian Legendary and Impact Makers Awards (Clima) held in Abuja, Nigeria recently. The couple has continued to raise the gospel music bar high against the…

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