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Amazon Leo could be Zimbabwe’s next internet fix

Amazon Leo could be Zimbabwe’s next internet fix

Starlink service in the Harare metropolitan area, including surrounding towns, has reached maximum capacity, leaving many potential subscribers on a waitlist. This shortage has prompted interest in Amazon's forthcoming satellite internet service, Leo. While not yet operational anywhere, Amazon Leo is scheduled for a public rollout starting in 2026. Its initial availability could provide new internet capacity for cities like Harare and Bulawayo. The service will offer three tiers of speed, though specific pricing for Zimbabwe has not been announced. For comparison, Starlink currently offers plans at approximately 30 USD per month. It remains unclear if Amazon Leo will integrate with existing services like Amazon Prime Video to offer...
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Zimbabwe’s leaders still use Gmail for state secrets

Zimbabwe’s leaders still use Gmail for state secrets

A cybersecurity professional with decades of experience has issued a stark warning regarding vulnerabilities within Zimbabwe's digital infrastructure. The expert identified two primary national security risks: numerous government websites operating without modern encryption and the widespread use of personal email accounts, such as Gmail, by high-level state officials for official business. This practice exposes government communication to significant dangers, including storage on foreign-controlled servers and a lack of centralized security and auditing. The continued operation of unsecured websites also leaves citizen data vulnerable to interception and manipulation by malicious actors. The professional urged the government to take...
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Makate’s IP wins schools in Africa on idea rights

Makate’s IP wins schools in Africa on idea rights

The protracted legal dispute between Kenneth Makate and Vodacom over the Please Call Me service has concluded with an out-of-court settlement. This resolution follows a Constitutional Court ruling that compelled the telecommunications giant to compensate Makate. The case established a critical legal precedent for intellectual property rights, affirming that an implied contract can exist when an idea is shared with a reasonable expectation of payment. The core of Makate’s victory rested on the legal principles of unjust enrichment and implied-in-fact contracts. The court found that Vodacom’s adoption of his concept, which he presented as a trainee accountant in 2000, created a binding agreement entitling him to compensation, despite the...
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Mutarazi Falls drops in two tiers into Honde Valley

Mutarazi Falls drops in two tiers into Honde Valley

Mutarazi Falls, located within Mutasa District in Zimbabwe's Manicaland Province, is a two-tiered waterfall. It descends from the eastern highlands escarpment into the Honde Valley. This natural feature is situated inside the 2,495-hectare Mutarazi National Park, which shares a border with the southern edge of Nyanga National Park. The falls are formed as the Mutarazi River flows over the cliff edge.
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Jamaica Coast Guard nabs JMD$3.7B in cocaine bust

Jamaica Coast Guard nabs JMD$3.7B in cocaine bust

In a major counter-narcotics operation, the Jamaica Defence Force Coast Guard seized over 990 pounds of cocaine off the island's southern coast. The illicit drugs have an estimated street value of 3.7 billion Jamaican dollars. During a routine patrol, a JDF unit detected and pursued a suspicious vessel. Individuals on the boat were seen discarding multiple packages into the sea, which were later recovered and confirmed to be cocaine. The JDF stated that this interception dealt a significant blow to regional drug-trafficking networks. The seized contraband was transferred to the Narcotics Police for further investigation.
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Derek Walcott Library earns UNESCO heritage nod

Derek Walcott Library earns UNESCO heritage nod

The Derek Walcott Library at Saint Lucia's Sir Arthur Lewis Community College has been inscribed into the UNESCO Memory of the World Regional Register. This designation acknowledges the library's significant cultural value and its role in preserving documentary heritage. The library houses the personal collection of the Nobel Laureate Sir Derek Alton Walcott. His collection, donated by Sigrid Nama in 2020, contains his original bookshelves and a diverse array of literary works. These include his own publications, volumes gifted from peers, and titles reflecting Caribbean and global culture. The library offers critical insight into the creative influences of the celebrated poet and playwright. The Saint Lucia National Commission for...
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Jamaica faces a six-month wait for full power

Jamaica faces a six-month wait for full power

According to Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness, restoring electricity to all areas of Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa could require up to six months. The government is collaborating with the Jamaica Public Service Company to accelerate this timeline. The utility provider has already enlisted 600 international line workers and seeks to increase that number to 900. Holness indicated that deploying these additional resources could potentially reduce the restoration period by two or three months. Power has currently been restored to 70 percent of customers, with an official target of reaching 75 percent by December. The most severely affected parishes include St. Elizabeth, Westmoreland, Hanover, and St. James.
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Jamaica turns to container homes after Hurricane Melissa

Jamaica turns to container homes after Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa has caused extensive damage across Jamaica, destroying 24,000 homes and damaging 156,000 dwellings, according to official reports. The disaster has resulted in 45 confirmed fatalities, with 15 individuals still missing. The government is initiating a large-scale housing response, planning to acquire 5,000 containerized modular homes for rapid deployment starting in January. For immediate relief, emergency shelters are housing 1,296 people while repair kits and tarpaulins are being distributed. Rebuilding grants are also planned, with specific amounts pending further damage assessments. Utility restoration continues, with 31 percent of the population still without electricity and 24 percent of the water system offline...
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Canada urges Guyana to fix polls after EU report

Canada urges Guyana to fix polls after EU report

The Canadian High Commissioner to Guyana, Sébastien Sigouin, is urging Guyanese citizens to demand electoral reforms following a European Union report on the 2025 elections. He stated that democracy belongs to the people and called on them to press their government and elected representatives to implement necessary changes for a truly fair electoral process. The EU report acknowledged a calm election day but identified a need for significant improvements. It found limited public confidence in the election administration, particularly from opposition groups and civil society. Key recommendations included reforming the politically influenced structure of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) and modernizing the voters' list. The...
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