“Not Just Talk”: President Mnangagwa Calls for Junior Parliament to Drive Policy and Leadership

President Emmerson Mnangagwa with the new Child President, Lionel Mazarire at the 33rd Session of the Junior Parliament. Pic Credit: ZBC By Dickson Bandera President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called for the Junior Parliament of Zimbabwe to evolve beyond a symbolic platform and become a real engine for shaping national policy, leadership, and innovation. Speaking at…

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Zim Ninja Returns from England in Triumph, Sets Sights on Wales World Championships

Zim Ninja, Wilfred Mashaya is welcome by his family, workmates and fellow sportspersons. By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwean martial arts icon Shihan Wilfred Mashaya, popularly known as the “Zim Ninja,” returned home to a hero’s welcome after a phenomenal showing at the IMAC English Open Tournament held at the York Leisure Centre in England. The seasoned…

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“Time to Act is Now”: Prof Mavima urges SADC Ministers to Fast-Track Education Transformation

Minister of Skills Audit and Development, Hon Professor Paul Mavima By Dickson Bandera The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has been urged to move from dialogue to decisive action in transforming foundational education, as the regional bloc races to meet global and continental development targets. This call was made by Zimbabwe’s Minister of Skills Audit…

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Tourism Minister Barbara Rwodzi Raises Red Flag Over Facebook Scam Using Her Identity

Minister Barbara Rwodzi By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe’s Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Hon. Barbara Rwodzi, has raised alarm over fraudulent Facebook accounts impersonating her, warning that cybercriminals are using her name and images to scam unsuspecting members of the public through bogus investment schemes. In her post on social media, Hon. Rwodzi condemned the…

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Shihan Mashaya Clinches 5 Gold Medals at IMAC English Open Tournament

Shihan Mashaya By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe’s celebrated martial artist, Shihan Wilfred Mashaya, delivered a stellar performance at the International Martial Arts Corporation (IMAC) English Open Tournament, held at the York Leisure Centre in England. Mashaya dominated the competition, securing five gold medals across all five categories he contested. The sixth-dan black belt showcased his expertise…

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President Mnangagwa Opens ESARBICA Conference with Strong Call for Digital Archives, Cultural Sovereignty

President Mnangagwa giving his speech in Victoria Falls By Dickson Bandera | Victoria Falls – June 18, 2025 President Emmerson Mnangagwa this Wednesday officially opened the 28th Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Branch of the International Council on Archives (ESARBICA) General Conference in Victoria Falls, calling on African nations to embrace digital technology in archival…

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“SADC Must Produce Job Creators, Not Job Seekers,” Says Prof. Tagwira as Regional Meeting Opens in Harare

Prof Fanuel Tagwira By Dickson Bandera With urgency and conviction, Zimbabwe’s Permanent Secretary for Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development, Professor Fanuel Tagwira, opened a key SADC technical meeting in Harare with a powerful call: the Southern African region must radically reorient its education systems to produce job creators, not just job…

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Zimbabwe Launches Smart Android App to Revolutionize Livestock Management

By Dickson Bandera A quiet revolution is taking place in Zimbabwe’s livestock sector, where digital innovation is transforming traditional farming practices. The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, through the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS), has launched the KoBoCollect Stock Card — a smart Android-based application designed to help farmers efficiently manage…

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