Former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola spoke about how important laws are for Nigerian democracy. He hosted a special event called The Platform where he talked about the 1993 election. Fashola said MKO Abiola would have become president if leaders had followed proper rules. The former...
President Bola Tinubu gave special awards to people who fought for democracy during Democracy Day celebrations. He spoke to lawmakers and honored many heroes who helped Nigeria become a democratic country. The president said these brave people deserved recognition after 26 years of continuous...
Edgars Stores fights back against Zimbabwe's worst drought since 1982 and economic problems. Chief Executive Sevious Mushosho told business experts the company focuses on local partnerships and making products inside the country. The retail chain opened six new cash-only stores last year with...
Zimbabwe launched a new farm program to help small growers sell fruits and vegetables. Deputy Minister Vangelis Haritatos spoke at the Harare event about the Horticultural Economic Advancement Program. The government found many small farmers want to grow crops for money. Officials plan to create...
Zimbabwe's prison service wants inmates to donate blood and help sick people across the country. Prison officer Tafadzwa Vengesai spoke about the new program before World Blood Donor Day on June 14. The plan helps prisoners give back to communities and change how people think about inmates...
MultiChoice saved more money than expected during tough economic times across Africa. The entertainment company cut costs worth 3.7 billion rand and beat its target of 2.5 billion rand. Company leaders raised prices carefully to reduce damage from losing customers. Total revenue fell 9 percent...
Zimbabwe's prison service wants inmates to donate blood and help their communities. Officers from the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services spoke about their new partnership with the National Blood Services Zimbabwe. The program helps prisoners give back and reduces negative attitudes about...
Southern African troops continue leaving Congo after leaders decided to end the peace mission. The regional force helped protect people around Goma and Sake during violent fighting. Soldiers from several countries worked together to keep civilians safe from rebel attacks. Leaders met on March 13...
Zimbabwe wants to bring fast internet to remote villages cut off from digital services. The government runs a fiber cable project through Zesa Holdings between Zvishavane and Tokwe areas. Workers planned to start pulling cables on June 7 but equipment broke down. Teams must rent new machines for...
Zimbabwe grows more wheat than ever before and feeds its people better. Farmers produced 468,000 tons last year from 90,186 acres of land. The country wanted 360,000 tons but made 30 percent extra grain. Companies like Bakers Inn and National Foods buy local wheat for bread and cakes. Government...
South African cement company PPC Limited lost $23 million from blocked money stuck inside Zimbabwe. The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe holds the funds but cannot release them to the foreign company. PPC wrote off the entire amount because officials doubt they will ever recover their cash. Zimbabwe's...
Zimbabwe's investment agency created a new system to help foreign companies solve problems. The Investment and Development Agency wants more businesses to put money into the country. Government officials launched the Investor Grievance Response Mechanism for companies that face trouble with...
Women hold most spots among Zimbabwe's people but lack power jobs and business roles. The Women's Academy for Leadership and Political Excellence wants more female leaders. Deputy director Jessy Chihota runs training sessions to boost women into top positions. Her group teaches skills that help...
Former lawmaker Fadzayi Mahere attacked government spokesman Nick Mangwana for twisting IMF comments about Zimbabwe's economy. Mangwana claimed the international lender endorsed the country's progress. Mahere called his statements dishonest spin tactics. The IMF team visited Zimbabwe to review...
Omnia Holdings made strong profits during the year ending March 2025. The company earned R22.82 billion from sales across all business areas. Mining operations drove most of the success as copper and battery metal prices climbed higher. The agriculture division faced tough times from currency...
Zimbabwe's cabinet passed new tourism laws Tuesday. Information Minister Jenfan Muswere announced the Tourism Amendment Bill 2025 after the meeting. The government wants to fix problems and bring more visitors to the country. Officials believe stronger rules will help the tourism business grow...
ZESA plans to cut power around Harare soon. The electricity company needs to fix equipment and lines across the area. Workers will shut down parts of the power grid during maintenance hours.
The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company handles power delivery for ZESA. Company...
Zimbabwe's education ministry wants to change teacher vacation rules. The ministry sent letters to education leaders across all provinces about the plan. Teachers unions strongly oppose the move and call it unfair.
The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe fights back against the...
Eliza Mandove lost her brother during Zimbabwe's independence war and suffered injuries that left her unable to work properly. She cannot use her left hand and struggles to walk or carry heavy items. Her family of seven depended on US food aid to survive each day. The aid stopped suddenly when...
MultiChoice saw 1.2 million DStv customers leave during the past year. South Africa lost 589,000 subscribers and other African markets lost 591,000. The pay-TV company serves 14.5 million people across Africa. South Africa accounts for 7 million customers and the rest of Africa has 7.5 million...
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