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Zimbabwe’s Rainbow Towers Hotel in first major renovation in 39 years

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Nathan Guma TOURISM and hospitality giant Rainbow Tourism Group (RTG) says the ongoing massive refurbishment of its flagship Rainbow Towers Hotel and Harare International Conference Centre in Harare, the first such undertaking in 39 years, will help push revenue performance as the company seeks to enhance its competitive edge in the market. The RTG is […]

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The Source of the Zambezi River

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– Africa’s fourth longest river originates from a burbling spring in a secluded stretch of woods.   John Cassim Africa’s fourth-longest river, the Zambezi, boasts an unassuming origin, a gurgling spring nestled within a secluded Zambian forest at the north-western corner. Despite its modest beginnings, this spring marks the birthplace of a powerful waterway. The Source:

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Zimbabwe Shifts From Mere Cultivation for Export to Medical Cannabis

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– The African nation shifts focus, licensing companies to produce cannabis-based medicine for domestic use. John Cassim HARARE, Zimbabwe – The Medicines Control Association of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) has announced the licensing of a small number of pharmaceutical companies to manufacture cannabis-based drugs. This development comes several years after Zimbabwe issued permits to 60 cannabis farmers, a move

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Zimbabwe Launches Village Auctions to Shield Farmers from Drought and Predatory Buyers

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·  Zimbabwe faces its worst drought in 40 years, threatening nearly 1.5 million cattle and pushing desperate farmers to sell to unscrupulous buyers for rock-bottom prices. ·  The Ministry of Agriculture unveils Village Business Units (VBUs) – ward-level auction centres offering fair prices, essential services, and a path to survival for Zimbabwe’s farmers. John Cassim Harare, Zimbabwe – In a

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El Niño-induced Drought Chews Up 55% of Zimbabwe’s Seed Cotton Production

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– The season has been challenging, characterized by a late and false start to the rains, followed by prolonged dry spells John Cassim Harare, Zimbabwe – The Agricultural Marketing Authority (AMA) in Zimbabwe has revealed that the El Niño-induced drought contributed to a significant 55% drop in the country’s seed cotton production this year. AMA’s Chief Executive

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Ticking Clock For Zimbabwe’s Drought-Affected Farmers

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David Murenje, a smallholder farmer, holding some of this season’s harvest in Wastomba, eastern Zimbabwe. @FARAI SHAWN MATIASHE Farai Shawn Matiashe As Zimbabwe faces its worst drought in 40 years, Farai Shawn Matiashe speaks to farmers about the barriers to climate resilience. Margaret Mutasa, a smallholder farmer, stares at her children picking yellow-green guavas from

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Zambia’s Load Shedding Extended To 12-Hours Owing To Water Shortage

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The new measures, effective immediately, will see households endure 12 hours of daily power cuts staggered in six-hour blocks. Staff Reporter LUSAKA, Zambia – The Zambian government has announced a significant increase in load shedding, citing critically low water levels at the Kariba Dam and Kafue Gorge Hydroelectric Station. The new measures, effective immediately, will

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Balancing Profits with Environmental Protection in the Gold Mining Sector in Zimbabwe

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– We need to ensure increased gold production, but not at the cost of our environment, the  Mines Minister said. John Cassim Harare, Zimbabwe – A shadow hangs over Zimbabwe’s economic revival plans as the government, which is banking on a surge in gold production to bolster the new ZiG currency, faces a pressing challenge

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Zimbabwe’s Children in Crisis: UNICEF Urges Urgent Support with $84.9 Million Appeal

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PRESS RELEASE UNICEF is urgently appealing for USD 84.9 million to fund its emergency response aimed at assisting children and women affected by the El Nino crisis in Zimbabwe. This funding will provide life-saving interventions to 1.34 million people, including 866,000 children, amidst a complex humanitarian crisis exacerbated by water and food shortages. Zimbabwe is

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Zambia to host the KAZA TFCA Summit: A Focus on Sustainable Development in Southern Africa

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– The summit is expected to attract over 400 delegates, including policymakers, decision-makers, and technical experts from the member states.  Staff Reporter Lusaka, Zambia – Zambia takes center stage for conservation efforts in Southern Africa this month as the country prepares to host the Kavango Zambezi Trans-Frontier Conservation Area (KAZA TFCA) Heads of State Summit. 

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