Yearly Archives: 2024
The Overlooked Pillar of Peacebuilding: Integrating Anti-Corruption Measures in Conflict Resolutions
Mary Chikwanda in Zimbabwe When discussing peacebuilding efforts in conflict zones, topics like ceasefires, disarmament, and power-sharing dominate the narrative. However, one critical element often goes unnoticed: anti-corruption measures. As conflict-prone regions transition from war to peace, corruption—the abuse of entrusted authority for private gain—often festers, jeopardizing the fragile stability that peace agreements aim to […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe In the throes of Zimbabwe’s worst agricultural drought in over a century, a beacon of resilience shines through, courtesy of the World Food Programme’s (WFP) Risk Financing initiatives. The drought, driven by the El Niño weather phenomenon, has left millions in dire need of humanitarian assistance as food insecurity sweeps […]
Dembe Namono in Uganda KAMPALA – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has lauded a €1 million contribution from Germany, channeled through the Federal Foreign Office, to bolster critical support for over 254,000 refugees and asylum seekers in Uganda. The funding will provide life-saving food assistance for newly arrived refugees and the most vulnerable […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe Gender-based violence (GBV) and harmful practices continue to plague West and Central Africa, as outlined in the recent UNFPA Acceleration Paper, Towards Zero Gender-Based Violence and Harmful Practices in West and Central Africa. This comprehensive report reveals the alarming prevalence of GBV, female genital mutilation (FGM), and child marriage in […]
Elizabeth Dube in Brazzaville, Congo In a concerted effort to control the escalating mpox outbreaks, experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) convened this week in Brazzaville, along with representatives from 17 African countries, to sharpen the focus on mpox vaccine preparedness and targeted deployment […]
Editorial In a world still grappling with conflicts, the incorporation of anti-corruption measures in peacebuilding has become increasingly pivotal. This approach is not only innovative but necessary, considering that corruption often thrives in the transitional phases of peace, undermining the stability and sustainability of peace agreements. A recent study conducted by the U4 Anti-Corruption Resource […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe Zimbabwe’s fight against HIV is set to gain a new ally as Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) prepares to introduce the long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) drug, cabotegravir (CAB-LA), before the end of the year. The intervention, anticipated by experts to revolutionise HIV prevention, comes as recent data continue […]
Mary Chikwanda in Zimbabwe HARARE – Zimbabwe’s robust public health measures have ensured that the country remains a beacon of resilience in the fight against mpox, even as neighboring nations grapple with rising cases. Entering the control phase after weeks of proactive interventions, Zimbabwe is now setting an example in the region for effectively curbing […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe In Zimbabwe In Zimbabwe, traditional leaders such as chiefs and village heads are pillars of local governance, especially in rural areas. Their roles extend beyond cultural preservation to include conflict resolution, land allocation, and spearheading development projects. With expanding responsibilities under the Devolution Agenda, they are expected to work closely with rural […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe In a world grappling with the harsh realities of inequality, Zimbabwe finds itself on the brink of a transformative moment. The challenge? Leveling the playing field to accelerate poverty reduction and ensure inclusive growth. The release of the World Bank’s landmark report, Leveling the Playing Field: Addressing Structural Inequalities to […]