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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NetOne Scores Big in the Fight Against Drug Abuse in Chikomba District

Minister of Information Communication, Technology Postal and Courier Services Dr Tatenda Mavetera interacts with youths in Chikomba recently By Edward Makuzva NetOne’s latest CSR initiative is game-changer in the global fight against drug abuse. By donating sports kits and partnering with Dr. Tatenda Mavetera, the Minister of Information Communication, Technology Postal and Courier Services, NetOne…

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Empowering Zimbabwe’s Future: UNICEF Welcomes New Representative Etona Ekole

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Hon. Frederick Shava and Ms Etona Ekole the newly appointed UNICEF representative By Edward Makuzva Zimbabwe, 08 August 2024—Ms Etona Ekole, the newly appointed UNICEF Representative in Zimbabwe, presented her credentials today to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Hon. Frederick Shava. Ms. Ekole will succeed…

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World Breastfeeding Week Ends With Call To Action: Zimbabwe Urged to Close Breastfeeding Support Gaps

By George Swarei Harare, August 7, 2024 – As World Breastfeeding Week comes to a close today, Zimbabwe has been urged to take concrete steps to address the gaps in breastfeeding support and prevalence across different sectors of society. The week-long campaign, which started on August 1, aimed to raise awareness about the benefits of…

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Zimbabwe Defence Forces Hand Over Tshino Secondary School in Tsholotsho

Deputy Minister of Defence Levy Mayihlome By George Swarei Tsholotsho, August 6, 2024 – The Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) today officially handed over Tshino Secondary School in Tsholotsho, Matabeleland North Province, as part of their 2024 Community Assistance Week. Deputy Minister of Defence, Brig Gen (Rtd) Hon. Levy Mayihlome, officiated at the ceremony, praising the…

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Zimbabwe Defence Forces Launch Community Assistance Week, Hand Over Administration Block at Kuwadzana 2 High School

Defence Minister Oppah Chamu Zvipange Muchinguri-Kashiri By George Swarei Harare, August 5, 2024 – The Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) launched their 2024 Community Assistance Week today, marking the occasion with the handover of a newly constructed administration block at Kuwadzana 2 High School in Harare. Speaking at the event, Defence Minister Hon.Oppah  Chamu Zvipange Muchinguri-Kashiri…

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The Legacy of June 16: A Personal Reflection on the Soweto Uprising and Its Enduring Impact

Photograph By the late Masana Samuel “Sam” Nzima on June 16, 1976.Mbuyisa Makhubo carried Hector who was shot in the head by the police while his sister, Antoinette, ran alongside. By Donald Chakamanga For me, June 16 holds a personal significance. It is the day of my birth, a day mixed with reflection, sorrow, and…

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Israeli Prisons Denounced as Worse than Guantanamo and Abu Ghraib

By George Swarei The Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zimbabwe , Dr. Tamer Almassri, has condemned the appalling human rights violations against Palestinian prisoners, women, and girls in Israeli detention centers and prisons. Describing the conditions as worse than Guantanamo Bay and Abu Ghraib, Dr. Almassri described the treatment of Palestinian detainees as…

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UN Agencies Call for Building Strong Foundations for Health and Well-being in Primary Schools

Learners in Class: Pic Courtesy of UNESCO By George Swarei UNESCO and UNICEF have joined forces to advocate for the establishment of robust foundations for health and well-being in primary schools worldwide. This initiative, launched at a global symposium held in Lusaka, Zambia, aims to equip children aged 5-12 with essential skills to stay in…

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Zimbabwe Introduces National Policy for Children Without Parental Care

By George Swarei In a significant move towards safeguarding the rights and well-being of vulnerable children, Zimbabwe’s Cabinet has approved the National Policy for the Care and Protection of Children without Parental Care. Chaired by Vice President Kembo Mohadi, the Cabinet Committee on Social Services and Poverty Eradication endorsed this crucial policy aimed at providing…

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