Frank Agyemang is a new player for Dynamos, a soccer team in Zimbabwe. He is from Ghana. He usually spends Christmas in his hometown of Effiduase Oyoko. But this past Christmas was different.
Agyemang was about to sign with Dynamos. He stayed in Warren Park 1, a busy neighborhood in Zimbabwe. It was very quiet during the holidays, and most people had left to visit family.
Agyemang felt lonely. He did not know anyone, and he was afraid to go back to Ghana. He thought he might miss his chance to sign with Dynamos.
"It was a painful day for me," Agyemang said. "I didn't know anyone. I was alone."
Agyemang decided to train. He went to a local soccer field and practiced all day, doing drills and exercises until he was very tired. Then he...
Stakeholders work to fight gender-based violence (GBV). They want to create a more equal society. The society should have progressive laws and policies. People should know that violence is never okay.
The government backs these laws. It says there is no excuse for violence.
A march in Harare highlighted the issue. The European Union Delegation to Zimbabwe and UN Women organized it, and Team Europe helped. The march was part of the Beijing +30 Campaign, which Zimbabwe launched on December 9 last year.
Minister Monica Mutsvangwa, who is the Minister of Women Affairs, Community, and Small and Medium Enterprise Development, spoke at the event. She said men need to be involved to stop GBV and achieve gender equality.
"GBV is a big...
Dr. Paul Tungwarara, a special advisor to the United Arab Emirates and a prominent businessman, criticized some war veterans' attacks on President Mnangagwa.
Dr. Tungwarara said the attacks hurt Zimbabwe's development goals. He thinks the criticism confused potential investors. This could have long-term negative effects on Zimbabwe's economy and efforts to attract investment.
"These attacks are not justified," Dr. Tungwarara said. "They make things uncertain. This goes against the nation's progress in rebuilding."
He called the criticism a smear campaign. He said it tries to change public opinion and stop investment.
Dr. Tungwarara noted that Zimbabwe was making good progress before the controversy. It was improving its global image...
GWERU, Zimbabwe - The Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) said on Wednesday that calls for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign are improper and careless.
According to ZNLWVA national chairman Cde Cephas Ncube, Mnangagwa was democratically elected by a majority of Zimbabweans for a five-year term.
Ncube made the comments in response to recent statements by fellow war veteran Cde Blessing Geza, who called for Mnangagwa to step down.
"Geza's utterances were not in line with the association's views," Ncube said at a press conference in Gweru. "He was making personal remarks, not speaking for the association."
Ncube described Geza's statements as unconstitutional and potentially destabilizing to the country...
Zimbabwean Minister Calls for Party Discipline at War Veteran's Burial.
HARARE, Zimbabwe - Dr. Jenfan Muswere, Zimbabwe's Information Minister, urged ZANU PF party members to maintain discipline. He spoke at the burial of Lt. Col. Luxon Micheal Mapfumo on Tuesday.
Mapfumo was a retired war veteran. He fought for Zimbabwe's independence.
Muswere expressed concern over recent public criticism of party leadership. He said this behavior is unacceptable, especially from Central Committee members.
"They should use proper channels to express views," Muswere stated. He praised Mapfumo as a consistent and dedicated patriot.
Adv. Misheck Mugadza also spoke at the burial. Mugadza is the Minister of State for Manicaland Province.
He described...
Zimbabwe Deploys Agencies to Tackle Illegal Gold Mining at Cattle Farm.
Zimbabwe's government has sent security and environmental agencies to the Rhodes Estate in Matopos National Park. The move aims to address illegal gold mining activities that threaten livestock production at a major cattle farm.
The Pilossof brothers run the 4,000-hectare farm, known for its Brahman and Beefmasters breeds. In 2014, they partnered with the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) to operate in the park.
Illegal gold miners have invaded the farm in recent years. Their digging has caused severe environmental damage. Many cattle have died after falling into the miners' pits.
On Thursday, Matabeleland South Provincial Affairs...
Zimbabwe Boosts Health Funding After US Aid Cut.
Zimbabwe is increasing its health budget. This comes after the United States withdrew funding for some health programs in the country.
The US decision has raised concerns in many developing countries. These nations relied on US aid to support their healthcare systems.
Zimbabwe's government is taking steps to fill the funding gap. It plans to allocate more money from the national budget to health services.
Deputy Health Minister Sleiman Kwidini spoke to The Herald newspaper. He said the government is committed to keeping the health system strong.
"We are actively increasing domestic funding for health services," Kwidini said. "This is crucial for our long-term sustainability."
The...
Zimbabwe Unveils National Development Strategy 2 for Vision 2030.
Harare, Zimbabwe—The government has announced its National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2). The plan aims to help Zimbabwe achieve its Vision 2030 goals.
The Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC) said NDS2 will focus on:
Fiscal discipline
Macro-economic stability
Strong trade and investment
Enforcing property rights
NDS2 builds on the progress made under NDS1. NDS1 started in 2020 and ends this year.
Yesterday, government officials met in Kadoma. They discussed NDS2 at a workshop led by the OPC.
The OPC highlighted NDS1's achievements in:
Infrastructure
Food security
Investment
"NDS2 will steer Zimbabwe toward long-term economic growth," said Acting Chief...
Zimbabwe to Boost Formal Sector, Enforce Informal Sector Compliance.
Harare, Zimbabwe—Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube said the government will soon announce measures to help the formal sector survive. The government also wants the informal sector to follow laws like paying taxes.
Retailers are worried because the informal sector sells goods for less. This is because it does not always register, pay taxes, or follow labor laws.
In an interview, Ncube said more people are working informally and smuggling goods. This hurts the formal sector.
"The informal sector is squeezing out the formal sector," he said. "We will make the informal sector comply with requirements like licensing, taxes, and selling in proper areas."
The government will...
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