Zimbabwe's Tourism Boom Brings Jobs and Growth.
Tourism grows bigger each year in Zimbabwe. It makes up 12 cents of every dollar the country earns. The future looks bright as more people visit to enjoy the nation's wild places and warm weather.
Starting a tourism business costs less than many other types of work. Families can open small shops or tours. Big hotel chains are also building here. All these businesses need workers—many workers.
People, not machines, must help tourists. Many jobs pay basic wages, but skilled work pays better. Schools teach tourism through college degrees and hands-on practice. Students learn from experts who know the business well.
Zimbabwe is far from Europe and America, and long flights make it hard to...
The Rise of Misleading Nostalgia for Rhodesia.
A worrying trend has taken shape: some people paint Rhodesia as a time of great success. This view ignores the harsh truth of that era when black people faced deep hardships under white rule.
Recent online talks show how some folks long for Rhodesia's past. They forget or deny the pain that made many take up arms to fight for freedom. The real story shows why black people had to fight - they lived with no rights, no fair chances, and daily struggles.
Many young people today never saw those dark times. They might hear nice stories about Rhodesia, but these tales hide ugly facts. The white rulers kept most wealth and power for themselves. Black people could not vote, own good land, or get...
Zimbabwe made big strides in healthcare during 2024. The nation scored wins in fighting HIV, dealing with new health threats, and making medical care better for mothers and babies.
The country stood out as one of Africa's first to reach important HIV goals set by UNAIDS. These goals say 95% of people with HIV should know they have it, get treatment, and keep the virus under control. Zimbabwe hit these marks, though more work remains needed for children with HIV.
Medical costs remain a burden for many people. Only 10% of Zimbabweans have health insurance. This means most people pay cash for healthcare or rely on public hospitals. The government tried to fix this by holding talks about new ways to pay for healthcare. They raised the...
A Place of Hope in Kadoma.
Tariro Children's Home is a special place in Kadoma, Zimbabwe. It has helped many children without parents since 2006. Mrs. Pheobeline Magama started the home. She used to work for the government. She is also a strong believer in the Adventist faith.
The home began in an old part of a hospital and became an official charity in 2019. People from the United Kingdom help support it. Right now, 26 boys and girls, aged between 10 months and 17 years old, live there. The home gives them a safe and loving place to grow up.
The building has 14 rooms: bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room, offices, and bathrooms. Mrs. Magama works with a team to care for the children. The team includes caregivers, a social worker, and...
Fake Money Bust in Uganda.
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit worked with the police and airport security in Entebbe, Uganda. On Friday, they found $2 million in fake US dollars at a garage.
The team had been watching the garage since May. They got a tip about some suspicious boxes at the airport. On December 17th, someone snuck the boxes out of the airport. The team found out and followed the boxes to the garage.
When they searched the garage, they found 40 metal boxes. The boxes had fake US money in them. The criminals put dirt in the boxes to make them seem heavy.
The team also found other boxes that looked like they contained things to ship, but those boxes were empty or contained trash.
The police caught three people who...
President Yoweri Museveni spoke to the people of Kigezi at the International Community of Banyakigezi (ICOB) Convention in Kanungu District. He wants everyone to make money to fight poverty. He said they should use their land to grow crops and raise animals to sell.
The president advised on how to farm on small pieces of land. He said to grow coffee, fruits, and food crops and raise cows, pigs, chickens, and fish. This way, people can earn more money.
Mr. Museveni talked about a program called the Parish Development Model, which helps all Ugandans make money. He also warned against focusing too much on tribes, which can slow down Uganda's progress.
The president reminded people that his party, the NRM, works for everyone. They have...
Uganda will soon have new license plates for vehicles. The government calls them "digital number plates." Cars and motorcycles will get them in the new year.
To switch to the new plates, vehicle owners will pay a fee. It costs 150,000 shillings for cars. Motorcycles will pay 50,000 shillings.
The plates have a special purpose. If someone steals your vehicle, the police can help. They use computer technology to track down the lost car or motorcycles.
A woman named Susan Kataike shared more details. She works for the Ministry of Works and Transport. Her job is to talk to the public.
Kataike said the new plates will start on January 6, 2025. The government tested them first, putting them on government vehicles and some motorcycles...
President Yoweri Museveni gave a speech in Isingiro. He wants the people there to use irrigation. This means using water to help crops grow.
Museveni talked about Dr. Florence Muranga. She is from Bushenyi and uses irrigation to grow bananas. She gets 53 tonnes of bananas from one acre of land in a year, while other farmers only get 5 tonnes.
"In Brazil, they get even more," Museveni said. "They get 80 tonnes in an acre."
Museveni spoke at a church event to thank Minister Bright Rwamirama and his family. Rwamirama is also a member of parliament.
The president warned against using wetlands in the wrong way. He said wetlands provide water for irrigation if they are maintained.
He gave tips on how to use land well and wanted people to...
Friends want to help Jose Chameleone, a famous singer from Uganda, feel better. He is in the hospital now.
The friends have an idea. They want to take him out of Nakasero Hospital in Kampala. They want to put him on a plane. They would fly him to another country for more help.
Sarah Zawedde is leading this group of friends. She has known Chameleone for a long time and is also a singer.
But the plan worries the doctors. They say Chameleone is very weak right now. A long flight could hurt him more. It could even put his life in danger.
"It is not safe to move him," said one doctor. "He is not strong enough yet."
Money is another problem. The friends want to take Chameleone to the United States, but they need to pay for special...
