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UNICEF Urges Action on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene in Zimbabwe

By Dickson Bandera HARARE—UNICEF has called on the Zimbabwean Government, donor community, and partners to prioritize sustainable access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities for children and families across Zimbabwe. This appeal was made during a media briefing at UNICEF’s Harare offices today. “Increased funding will enable the implementation of innovative approaches that build…

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Israel Escalates Attacks in Gaza, Expands Operations Across Middle East

Ambassador Tamer Almassri By George Swarei Israel has intensified its military operations in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon since October 2023, raising concerns about a broader regional conflict. In the last 24 hours, Israeli forces launched airstrikes on Khan Yunis in the Gaza Strip, killing at least 60 Palestinians, mostly women and children, according…

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Freedom Manatsa Set to Release Third Album

Freedom Manatsa By Reginald Tapfumaneyi Renowned musician Freedom Manatsa, son of the late legendary musician Zex Manatsa, is gearing up to release his third studio album this December. With 22 years of experience in the music industry, Manatsa has established himself as a talented artist in his own right. Manatsa’s musical journey began as a…

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President Mnangagwa’s UN Address Commended for Supporting Palestinian Cause

President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa By George SwareiHarare– The Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zimbabwe, Dr. Tamer Almassri, has expressed profound gratitude on behalf of the Palestinian people for President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s steadfast support of Palestine, as conveyed during the 79th United Nations General Assembly. Delivered by  Frederick Shava, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs…

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Bioskop! Short Film Competition Announces 2024 Shortlist for Filmmakers and Actors

By George SwareiHarare– The BIOSKOP! Short Film Competition, a key feature of the European Film Festival Zimbabwe, has revealed its shortlisted filmmakers and actors for the 2024 edition. With themes centered on “Beyond Boundaries: Empowering Women Through Film” and “Staying Connected,” the competition highlights Zimbabwean stories told through diverse and compelling lenses. This year, 56 submissions…

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Netanyahu Expands Conflict to West Bank and Lebanon, Palestinian Embassy Condemns “Genocide”

Palestine Ambassador to Zimbabwe Dr Tamer Almassri By George Swarei The Palestinian Embassy in Harare has issued a strong condemnation of what it describes as Israel’s widening aggression, accusing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of expanding “genocidal” actions to the West Bank and Lebanon. The statement comes amid growing tensions in the region, with the Palestinian…

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Watering the Future: IFC and OCP Group Unveil $108 Million Project to Tackle Morocco’s Water Scarcity and Africa’s Food Insecurity

left to right : Mostafa Terrab, Chairman and CEO of OCP GroupSenhadji is the CEO of OCP AFRICAHenrik E. Pedersen, Regional Industry Director, MAS of IFCMakhtar Diop, IFC’s Managing Director By Edward Makuzva In a groundbreaking effort to address Morocco’s severe water stress and Africa’s food insecurity, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and OCP Group,…

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Palestinian Ambassador Dr. Tamer Almassri Praises Zimbabwe for Supporting UN Resolution on Palestinian Rights

Palestinian Ambassador to Zimbabwe Dr Tamer Almassri By George Swarei Harare, Zimbabwe – The Ambassador of the State of Palestine, Dr. Tamer Almassri, has expressed deep gratitude to the government of Zimbabwe, led by His Excellency President Emmerson Mnangagwa, for voting in favour of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) draft resolution on September 18,…

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Zimbabwe’s Green Revolution: Investment Opportunities in Renewable Energy and Innovation

President Emmerson Mnangagwa arrives in Victoria Falls for the Zimbabwe Economic Development Conference By  George Swarei At the 2024 Zimbabwe Economic Development Conference in Victoria Falls, President Emmerson Mnangagwa outlined the nation’s ambitious plans to drive economic transformation through sustainable investment and climate resilience. With the theme Building Resilience and Driving Economic Transformation, under Climate…

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