The launch of a new product development lab at Biovac marks a major step forward for South Africa's vaccine production capabilities. Announced on November 7, 2025, by Deputy Minister Dr. Nomalungelo Gina, the lab is poised to allow South Africa to produce vaccines locally for the first time, moving beyond just finishing and packaging imported ingredients. This development is expected to improve access to vaccines, reduce costs, and build local expertise, especially for pressing health concerns like TB and HIV.
Biovac’s new facility in Cape Town will produce vaccines from start to finish, including the development of active ingredients, a shift that could help combat diseases like malaria and diarrhoea. The lab is equipped with advanced...
South Africans across multiple provinces are being urged to remain vigilant as the South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms expected to begin on Friday afternoon. The storms, which could bring heavy rains, strong winds, and hail, are likely to cause disruptions, including localized flooding, road blockages, and damage to homes. The warning covers areas such as Gauteng, where there is a high chance of thunderstorms. Conditions will remain cool and cloudy, with the storms intensifying in the afternoon and continuing into the evening.
The yellow Level 2 warning indicates potential local damage and disruptions. While not as severe as higher-level warnings, it signals the risk of...
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reaffirmed that the Southern African Development Community (SADC) will continue to take a collective approach to address regional challenges while fostering cooperation and solidarity. Speaking after attending a virtual Extraordinary Summit of SADC Heads of State and Government, President Mnangagwa, the immediate past Chair of SADC, emphasized that the bloc will work together to find lasting solutions to the region's issues.
The summit followed Madagascar’s recent announcement of its withdrawal from the bloc, citing the need to focus on nation-building following political changes in the country. President Mnangagwa expressed satisfaction with the consensus among regional leaders on addressing shared...
Zimbabwe and South Africa are continuing to strengthen their cooperation at various levels, from heads of state to political parties, in pursuit of mutual development and prosperity. Dr. Gwen Ramokgopa, Treasurer-General of the African National Congress (ANC), made this remark after meeting with President Emmerson Mnangagwa at State House in Harare. During her visit, Dr. Ramokgopa emphasized the deep historical ties between the two nations, forged during their shared struggle for freedom, and noted that they continue to exchange ideas at government and party levels.
While acknowledging the development challenges both countries face, Dr. Ramokgopa highlighted Zimbabwe’s progress, particularly in infrastructure development, which she...
Vice President Dr. Constantino Chiwenga has called for increased investment in research-driven innovation within Zimbabwe's manufacturing sector to enhance local production and reduce dependence on imports. Speaking after a tour of the newly-commissioned National Foods milling plant in Bulawayo, Dr. Chiwenga emphasized the importance of leveraging science and technology to strengthen industrialization and conserve foreign currency currently spent on imported basic food items.
Dr. Chiwenga highlighted the plant as a symbol of the country’s commitment to modernizing agro-processing infrastructure. He pointed out the strategic challenge of relying on imported wheat for bread production, which strains foreign currency reserves and...
Dr. Jenfan Muswere, Zimbabwe's Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, has called on Treasury to increase funding for the media sector to improve its operations and support the nation’s strategic communication objectives. Speaking at the 2026 Pre-Budget Seminar in Bulawayo, Dr. Muswere advocated for a significant revision of the ministry's budget allocation to help meet its goals under the National Development Strategy.
Dr. Muswere emphasized that the ministry's mission is to enhance Zimbabwe's global presence by promoting its values, identity, and strategic interests. He outlined the ministry’s focus on real-time dissemination of information, aiming to foster a cohesive national consciousness and strengthen...
The Dube family from Kombo Village, Insiza District, has seen remarkable improvement in their farming yields, thanks to Zimbabwe's climate-proofed agricultural program, the Pfumvudza/Intwasa initiative. For years, they struggled with poor harvests, often citing poor soil and erratic rainfall as reasons for their low yields. However, since adopting the Pfumvudza model, their harvests have significantly increased. In the 2024/25 season, Patrick and Lita Dube harvested 3.75 tonnes from maize, sorghum, pearl millet, and groundnuts, a massive improvement from the previous total of less than one tonne.
The couple's success story reflects the broader impact of the Pfumvudza program, which focuses on conservation farming, water efficiency, and...
Owen Ncube, Zimbabwe's Minister of Midlands Provincial Affairs and Devolution, has called on Chinese investors to explore opportunities in Zimbabwe, particularly in the Midlands Province. After touring the China Medical Device Manufacturing Project in Shanghai, Ncube emphasized the longstanding friendship between Zimbabwe and China and urged more investment in various sectors, including mining, agriculture, and manufacturing. He highlighted the province’s vast potential beyond healthcare, particularly in mineral beneficiation and infrastructure development.
Ncube's visit coincided with the 8th China International Import Expo and underscored the strengthening ties between the two nations, now formalized under a comprehensive strategic...
Nathan Nandala Mafabi, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate, has responded sharply to President Yoweri Museveni’s recent accusations that he sold land belonging to the Bugisu Cooperative Union (BCU). During a campaign stop in Teso, Museveni alleged that Mafabi sold off BCU property to pay off debts, a claim Mafabi quickly dismissed as unfounded and politically charged.
Speaking to supporters in Mbale, Mafabi challenged Museveni to provide evidence of any land sales when he campaigns in Bugisu, stating that residents are well aware of the truth regarding the BCU's struggles. Mafabi clarified that he assumed leadership of BCU in 2008, well after the disputed land had been sold by the previous administration under...
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