THE Government is set to launch a local content strategy aimed at increasing the use of local raw materials in the country’s manufacturing sector.Speaking in the National Assembly recently, the minister of Industry, Mangaliso Ndhlovu, said the new policy will encourage companies to use materials produced in Zimbabwe.“We will soon be launching what we call…
THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has unveiled its new and upgraded ZiG notes, as it strives to improve cash availability in…
THE steep costs borne by citizens when they acquire passports may soon be a thing of the past, authorities say.Speaking in the National Assembly on Wednesday, the minister of Home Affairs, Kazembe Kazembe, said the government was set to review its contract with a private company that is currently producing passports for the country, with…
A TRADITIONAL healer and his client perished during a ritual, marking a surge in tragic national drowning incidents.The sombre scene unfolded at Clydesdale Farm Dam in Gweru, where Edwin Chingandu, known as Sekuru Samaita, was conducting “Manjuzu” rituals.What was intended as a spiritual ceremony turned into a death trap as both Chingandu and his client,…
THE country’s leading independent national television station, 3Ktv, celebrated four years of successful live broadcasting yesterday by hosting a clean-up campaign at Africa Unity Square in the capital.The event, which brought together station staff and community members, highlighted the broadcaster’s commitment to environmental sustainability and community development.3Ktv station manager Abigail Mvududu commended participants for their…
CHINA has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women’s empowerment and development in Zimbabwe, pledging continued cooperation in skills development, health support and…
THE country’s leading independent national television station, 3Ktv, will celebrate its fourth anniversary of uninterrupted and hugely successful live broadcasting tomorrow.Zweli Sibanda,…
THE minister of Local Government, Daniel Garwe, has warned transport operators against arbitrarily increasing commuter fares, saying those who do so are committing a criminal offence and risk arrest.The warning comes amid growing complaints from commuters across Harare and surrounding areas over sudden fare hikes despite relatively stable fuel prices.Commuter fares in suburbs such as…
Popular South African fast-food chain, Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken (Pedros), is set to enter the Zimbabwean market with plans to open 10…
THE European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to funding and strengthening the country’s health delivery system, with a focus on building resilient institutions and supporting long-term health sector reforms.This comes as the United States (US) is in the process of winding up its health aid to Zimbabwe, after authorities recently rejected US$367 million in…
