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By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe and Japan have launched an ambitious cultural exchange programme aimed at nurturing Zimbabwean youth talent in the world-renowned Japanese manga industry. The initiative, titled “Become a Manga Artist in Japan”, was unveiled by the Embassy of the Republic of Zimbabwe in Tokyo alongside Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha Co. Ltd, Zaif INO…
By Dickson Bandera NEW YORK — In a landmark declaration from the United Nations Headquarters in New York, dozens of world leaders have pledged sweeping measures to end the war in Gaza and finally implement the long-elusive two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, and backed by an influential working…
President Emmerson Mnangagwa By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe has approved a new Foreign Relations and International Trade Policy, a strategic framework designed to boost economic growth, strengthen diplomatic ties, and promote the welfare of Zimbabweans at home and abroad. Announcing the decision this week, the Government said the policy seeks to position Zimbabwe as a peaceful…
By Dickson Bandera Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe — The French Ambassador to Zimbabwe, His Excellency Paul Bertrand Barets, recently joined a high-level delegation to Zambezi National Park, demonstrating France’s firm commitment to Zimbabwe’s conservation and biodiversity goals. The visit, held at the invitation of the Minister of Environment, Climate and Wildlife, Honourable Evelyn Ndlovu, highlighted Zimbabwe’s…
Staff Reporter Zimbabwe has strengthened its diplomatic and economic ties with Algeria following President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s State Visit to Algiers last week, which saw the signing of multiple cooperation agreements aimed at boosting trade, energy, education and agriculture. Briefing journalists during Tuesday’s Post-Cabinet beiefing, Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Dr Jenfan Muswere said…
Lord Collins shares toast with Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu and Ambassador Peter Vowels at the King Charles III birthday party in Harare By Dickson Bandera The British Embassy in Harare hosted a high-level reception on Tuesday to mark the 76th birthday of King Charles III, a gathering that fused royal celebration with strategic diplomacy. The event,…
By Dickson Bandera The Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) and Zimbabwe’s Institute of African Knowledge (INSTAK) have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at preserving the shared liberation heritage between Cuba and Africa. The development follows a high-level meeting held on 9 June 2025 at ICAP headquarters in Havana. The Zimbabwean delegation was…
By Staff Reporter The Institute of African Knowledge (INSTAK) and the National Council of National Heritage of the Republic of Cuba on 10 June 2025 signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the transfer of Military equipment used in the momentous Battle of Cuito Cuanavale to the Museum of African Liberation in Harare. The MoU was…
Ready to Do Business with Zimbabwe By Dickson Bandera The European Union has extended an open invitation to global investors, declaring that Zimbabwe is now primed for economic takeoff. The call was made by EU Ambassador Jobst von Kirchmann, at the opening of the EU-Zimbabwe Business Forum in Harare this Tuesday. Ambassador Kirchmann hailed the…
EU-Ecobank- Platinum Sponsorhip Secured! By Dickson Bandera As Europe Day 2025 embraces the theme “Global Gateway – Powered by the Private Sector,” Ecobank has stepped forward as a Platinum Sponsor, underscoring its pivotal role in promoting sustainable growth and regional partnerships across Africa. The annual event, commemorated by the European Union and its partners worldwide,…