Govt, UK embassy leverage on women, youth emancipation

Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe deputy governor Jesimen Chipika said Zimbabwean youths were also affected by low levels of financial inclusion while being denied the opportunity to show what they are capable of achieving. ZIMBABWE and the United Kingdom have partnered in a programme that is expected to assist women and youths who are affected by…

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Robbers attack in Esigodini, flee with US$45k

“During the incident, one occupant was shot on the chest and is currently receiving medical attention at a hospital in Bulawayo,” police said in a statement. A FAMILY in Esigodini, Matabeleland South province, was left in shock after being attacked by two armed robbers who shot one of the members on the chest before they…

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Africa’s famous Serengeti and Maasai Mara are being hit by climate change – a major threat to wildlife and tourism

Image source: Balazs Simon from Pexels Every year, millions of animals move across the land in search of fresh grass and water, creating an incredible spectacle known as the Great Migration. This migration sustains hundreds of predators and scavengers like vultures. The wildlife is also important for local governments and communities that rely on funds…

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After six weeks UIF online system still down

For more than six weeks the Unemployment Insurance Fund online service has been down. Image: GroundUp For more than six weeks the Unemployment Insurance Fund online service has been down. The UIF online portal has been down for six weeks, including uFiling, Unstructured Supplementary Service Data and Virtual Office. This comes after a court interdict…

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Paratus expands LEO solutions, Starlink for SA imminent

Speaking at the Atlantic Convergence conference in Lisbon, Paratus Group CTO Rolf Mendelsohn emphasised the importance of reliable connectivity for unlocking Africa’s potential. “With LEO satellite technology, we are broadening our network offerings to provide unlimited connectivity,” he stated. New Icasa regulations could boost Starlink’s prospects in Mzansi Lindsey Schutters  15 Aug 2024 Paratus has partnered with…

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Mutsvangwa urges AI adoption for SMEs growth

Officially opening the 14th edition of the SMEs International Expo 2024 in Harare recently, Mutsvangwa said government was committed to supporting SMEs in this technological transition. Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development minister Monica Mutsvangwa has called for the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) for the benefit of the country’s SMEs. Officially opening…

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