IFC invests in the in Sub-Saharan Africa tourism fund
– Tourism is critical to the long-term survival of conservation landscapes across the African continent, officials said. John Cassim Harare, Zimbabwe – The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced a US$13 million investment in the Africa Conservation and Communities Tourism Fund (ACCT Fund). This is aimed at supporting the post-pandemic recovery and sustainable growth of […]
ZimParks arrest rangers for illegal mining in wildlife sanctuaries
– Yes, we have arrested a few, some have been fired and further investigations are being done, a top ZimParks official has revealed. John Cassim HARARE, Zimbabwe – Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management (ZimParks) has arrested some of its rangers while others have been fired as they had been caught in illegal mining activities, a […]
‘No mining in Mana Pools’ Zim Environ Minister declares
– Our policy as a government is very clear that in our protected areas, we do not do mining exploration, Environment Minister Ndlovu said. John Cassim HARARE, Zimbabwe – Zimbabwean Environment Minister, Mangaliso Ndlovu has declared, there will be no mining in Mana Pools. Ndlovu made the declaration Friday, in the capital Harare, on the […]
16 000 species face imminent extinction as biodiversity die.
– It appears that our food and fuel production is happening at the expense of other species, IUCN says. John Cassim HARARE, Zimbabwe – At least 16 000 species are feared could become extinct soon as the number of endangered species continues to increase year after year. Some endangered species, such as tigers, are known […]
Effective biodiversity conservation requires empowering and supporting Indigenous people
– Basic income schemes such as CBIs improve well-being, reduce poverty, and redress inequalities including gender inequity, experts have revealed. John Cassim HARARE, ZIMBABWE – Imagine governments including Zimbabwe, were to simply transfer money, unconditionally, to people living in protected and key conservation areas throughout the world. From Indigenous people in the Amazon rainforest to […]
Seven die after hippo capsized boat in Malawi
– Rescuers are continuing the search for those missing but that process is very difficult and dangerous, a district police spokesperson revealed. John Cassim HARARE, ZIMBABWE – At least seven people including a baby are now confirmed dead after a hippo capsized a boat that was carrying 37 people, on the Shire river in southern […]
Historic US$50 million boost for Zimbabwe conservation
– The revised agreement begins immediately and commits the partnership to a further 25 years with an expected investment of about US$50M over that time, IFAW top official said. John Cassim Harare, Zimbabwe – Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has signed a historic 25-year agreement to secure a US$50 million partnership, to support […]
Zimbabwe records 60% spike of veld fire incidents and deaths
-The total area burnt increased by 60.92% compared to 2021, while 18 fire related deaths were recorded in 2022 compared to 8 in 2021, Environment Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu said. John Cassim HARARE, Zimbabwe – Speaking ahead of the launch of the 2023 National Fire Week launch, Zimbabwean Environment Minister, Mangaliso Ndlovu, on Monday revealed, 2022 […]
ConserveZim, commemorates World Press Freedom Day
John Cassim HARARE, ZIMBABWE – May 3rd, is World Press Freedom Day, and this year as ConserveZim, we mark the 30th year of this UN International Day. This year’s theme as defined by UNESCO is, “Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of expression as a driver for all other human rights.” Press freedom and reliable […]
Ken Sharpe pledges to revive the environment around West Property projects
– at least US$ 1 million has been set aside to revamp the wetland within the Mellenium Heights property area, Ken Sharpe said. John Cassim HARARE, ZIMBABWE – Kenneth Sharpe, the Chief Executive Officer of West Property Holdings, has promised to restore the environment within the parameters of his projects. Sharpe made the remarks recently […]