Funding challenges cripple Pfumvudza scheme

Jiri said this while appearing before the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Agriculture on the farm inputs distribution programme ahead of the 2024/25 farming season. GOVERNMENT owes suppliers over US$300 million for deliveries made under the Pfumvudza/Intwasa agricultural scheme since 2020, putting the viability of the programme under threat, Agriculture ministry secretary Obert Jiri has revealed….

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Chirumanzu CCC activists case drags on

During the trial Rwodzi, however, admitted that Cheza did not assault her and neither did she see any of the accused persons beating her. THE criminal case against Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Chirumanzu South August 2023 parliamentary election candidate Patrick Cheza and four party activists accused of assaulting Zanu PF MP and Tourism minister…

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Ex-employee wins lawsuit against Lobels

The court heard that the parties failed to resolve the matter amicably, resulting in a contested trial. A HARARE magistrate has ordered Lobels (Private) Limited to pay damages to a former employee after he was wrongfully accused and arrested for theft. Magistrate Sharon Mashavira awarded Hardlife Chauke US$14 000 after she ruled that Lobels had…

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‘Governance declines to alarmingly low levels’

Zimbabwe’s overall governance score has improved over the last decade, but has deteriorated over the most recent five years. ZIMBABWE’S performance in governance issues has declined to alarming levels while government has been flagged for failing to provide jobs for its general citizenry, latest reports published recently have revealed. According to the Mo Ibrahim Foundation,…

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‘US sanctions trapping Zim to remain second-class’

This comes as Zimbabwe last week held the Anti-Sanctions Day with other Sadc countries to demand the lifting of sanctions on the country. ZIMBABWE is among other developing countries whose people will remain second-class citizens as America intensifies economic sanctions, Palestine ambassador to Zimbabwe Tamer Almassri has said. This comes as Zimbabwe last week held…

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The untold story of multi-morbidity in Zim

Multi-morbidity, the coexistence of two or more chronic conditions in an individual, is a growing concern that remains shrouded in secrecy. IN Zimbabwe, a country faced with numerous health challenges, a silent epidemic is affecting thousands of lives. Multi-morbidity, the coexistence of two or more chronic conditions in an individual, is a growing concern that…

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Revolutionising short-term insurance in Zimbabwe: The AI advantage

Many Zimbabwean insurance firms are yet to fully adopt AI in their operations. ZIMBABWE’S short-term insurance sector is poised for a technological revolution, courtesy of artificial intelligence (AI).  Experts believe that this innovation will boost industry efficiency, customer experience and risk management. But what exactly is AI, and how will it influence the economy and…

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Swing into adventure with African Sun

AFRICAN Sun Hotels presents an unparalleled golfing experience in Zimbabwe, where breathtaking landscapes and thrilling adventures await. AFRICAN Sun Hotels presents an unparalleled golfing experience in Zimbabwe, where breathtaking landscapes and thrilling adventures await.  Imagine teeing off alongside majestic elephants at Elephant Hills Resort or surrounded by misty mountains at Troutbeck Resort. At Elephant Hills,…

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