Provides focused coverage on Zimbabwean affairs, including political, social, and economic developments relevant to the nation’s progress.
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 […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe As Zimbabwe battles overlapping humanitarian challenges, ranging from an El Niño-induced drought to economic instability, key stakeholders are ramping up efforts to alleviate suffering and build long-term resilience. A blend of international aid, government initiatives, and community-driven strategies aims to address the cascading effects of climate shocks, public health emergencies, […]
Editorial In the face of a looming food crisis and intensifying climate challenges, the United States Agency for International Development’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (USAID/BHA) has reaffirmed its commitment to Zimbabwe, injecting nearly $130 million in support for critical resilience-building and humanitarian efforts in 2024. Zimbabwe, grappling with prolonged drought and economic volatility, faces an […]
Mary Chikwanda in Zimbabwe The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a generous contribution of US$ 5.1 million from the Government of Japan aimed at supporting 37,000 smallholder farmers grappling with climate challenges across five districts in Zimbabwe. The transformative three-year initiative seeks to enhance food security and resilience by developing sustainable farming […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe Harare – A devastating drought caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon has plunged Southern Africa into a food crisis, with Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe declaring national emergencies. Millions face hunger as parched fields yield little to no harvests, leaving governments and humanitarian agencies scrambling to provide relief. Severe Impact […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe In a world increasingly dominated by the digital sphere, children are navigating a unique set of opportunities and challenges online. A new report, “Protecting Children from Online Grooming,” highlights the voices of over 600 children across the globe, revealing their experiences, hopes, and fears in the digital world. Zimbabwe, a […]
Mary Chikwanda in Zimbabwe The Zambezi River Basin (ZRB), home to over 40 million people and shared by eight riparian countries, is an essential lifeline for Southern Africa. Encompassing diverse ecosystems, fertile soils, and significant water resources, the basin holds immense potential for agricultural development. Yet, it faces escalating climate challenges, from droughts and floods […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe In the drought-prone districts of Buhera, Mutare, Zaka, and Chivi, a quiet revolution is transforming communities through the Takunda project. Funded by USAID and implemented by CARE Zimbabwe alongside six partners, the initiative is driving sustainable food, nutrition, and income security for vulnerable households. But beyond its tangible goals, Takunda’s […]
Clive Tatenda Makumbe in Zimbabwe A number of ferrochrome industries that are burning fossil fuels at Gweru light industries areas are turning the city into a hotspot of air pollution, investigations reveal. At the same time, the increase of air pollutants now poses a health hazard for residents at ward 4, 10 and 12 (including […]
