PDC says conservation must create opportunities for communities
By Tichaona Mataruse Conservation should improve the lives of people living alongside wildlife by creating opportunities in education, employment and innovation, Painted Dog Conservation (PDC) Board Chairman Senator Jerry Gotora said during the official opening of the Uncommon–Painted Dog Conservation Innovation Hub at Gwai Valley Primary School in Hwange District…
New innovation hub brings digital skills and opportunities to rural Hwange youth
By Tichaona Mataruse A new digital innovation hub opened at Gwai Valley Primary School in Hwange on Wednesday last week, promising to equip young people from surrounding communities with technology skills while strengthening conservation efforts in one of Zimbabwe’s key wildlife landscapes. The Uncommon Painted Dog Conservation Innovation Hub, established…
‘Why reject US$365 million?’ MPs press Government over HIV funding as debate turns heated
A parliamentary debate over what Members of Parliament described as the Government’s rejection of a US$365 million United States health funding package turned heated on Wednesday last week, with legislators demanding to know how Zimbabwe will sustain HIV treatment and other health programmes amid funding constraints. The issue arose after…
‘How will poor Zimbabweans afford healthcare?’ MPs ask
“How will poor Zimbabweans afford basic healthcare?” That question from Daveson Masvisvi Member of Parliament for the Gokwe Central constituency opened a lively debate in Parliament on Wednesday, with MPs raising concerns over the cost of healthcare, the availability of medicines in public hospitals and the burden on vulnerable Zimbabweans.…
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MPs call for improved protection and compensation for CID detectives
Lawmakers have proposed increased funding to improve the safety of Criminal Investigation Department (CID) officers and compensation for the families of detectives killed while carrying out their duties.…
Zimbabwe seeks Parliament’s approval for two international biodiversity treaties
Minister of Environment, Climate and Wildlife Evelyn Ndlovu has asked Parliament to approve Zimbabwe’s accession to two international…
Victoria Falls launches ratepayer promotion to boost revenue collection
The City of Victoria Falls has launched its first Pay and Win Promotion Draw, an initiative aimed at…
Treasury urged to release funds as MPs warn delays are stalling key Matabeleland roads
Members of Parliament have urged Treasury to urgently release funding for major road projects, warning that delays are…
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