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Harare hosts climate change conference: Focus on resilience, sustainability, and youth engagement

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10 months ago

October 3, 2024

BY STAFF REPORTER

The second Climate Change and Development Conference opened yesterday in Harare, with a call to action to address the pressing climate challenges facing Zimbabwe.

The conference aims to cultivate collaborative dialogue and innovative solutions to build resilience and secure a sustainable future.

“The time for action is now,” said Edward Kallon, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, in his remarks at the conference.

“We must mobilize resources and strategic planning to align national efforts with global climate initiatives.”

The conference launched several strategic documents, including the Zimbabwe National Climate Change Adaptation Plan, the Green Resilient Recovery Strategy and Investment Plan, and the Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategy Investment Framework. These initiatives aim to guide comprehensive national strategies that respond effectively to the realities of climate change.

The conference today will cover diverse themes, including the impacts of climate change on health, gender-responsive climate action, and the integration of climate technology and finance to drive sustainable development.

Workshops and expert panels will facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration among various stakeholders, including academia, government, civil society, and the private sector.

A key focus of the conference is the role of children and youth in climate action. “We must prioritize the voices of children and women as we develop climate policies,” said Kallon. “Their perspectives are crucial for creating effective solutions that will shape a sustainable future.”

The conference aims to empower stakeholders at community and national levels to create a resilient and sustainable future for Zimbabwe.

By fostering proactive collaboration and a shared commitment, participants will address the serious effects of climate change while safeguarding the well-being of both present and future generations.

The conference runs until this evening , and is expected to finalize its key results and recommendations for action in the fight against climate change.

National

Zimbabwe roads claim 24 lives over Heroes holiday

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1 hour ago

August 14, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

A total of 24 people lost their lives on Zimbabwe’s roads during the 2025 Heroes and Defence Forces holidays, according to statistics released by the Zimbabwe Republic Police.

The police reported 196 road traffic accidents, 13 of which were fatal, between August 11 and 13. This represents a significant increase from the previous year’s figures, which saw 149 accidents and eight fatalities.

Reckless driving, mechanical faults, speeding, and overtaking errors were cited as major causes of the accidents.

Two major accidents occurred during the period, including a fatal crash on the Mutare-Masvingo Road that claimed the lives of six Zion Christian Church congregants. Another accident on the Bindura-Shamva Road resulted in four fatalities and 17 injuries.

The police have urged motorists to prioritize vehicle maintenance, avoid speeding and reckless overtaking, and adhere to road rules and regulations to prevent further loss of life.

In the community

Dete teen convicted for theft

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1 hour ago

August 14, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY WANDILE TSHUMA

A Dete teenager has been convicted of breaking into a local shop and stealing goods and cash worth US$131.

Artwell Ncube, 18, of Lupote in Dete, was found guilty of aggravated unlawful entry by the Hwange Magistrates Court.

According to court records, Ncube used an unknown object to open the locked shop door between May 20 and 25, 2025. Once inside, he stole groceries, airtime, and US$50 in cash.

The shop owner unexpectedly returned to the premises on May 25 at midnight and found Ncube inside. The teenager fled, leaving some stolen items behind.

A subsequent police investigation led to Ncube’s arrest. Property worth US$31 was recovered.

Ncube was sentenced to 12 months’ imprisonment, which was fully suspended on condition that he repays ZWG3 516.04 to the complainant within six months and performs 110 hours of community service at Lupote Clinic which he started on Wednesday.

In the community

Nightclub nightmare: Nkayi woman stabs man in brutal attack

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2 hours ago

August 14, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY STAFF REPORTER

A 29-year-old Nkayi woman has escaped jail time after being convicted of assault for stabbing a man with a broken beer bottle during a violent altercation at a nightclub.

The incident occurred end of last month, at around 11 pm, when the victim, a 26-year-old man from Cowdray Park, was playing snooker with a friend.

The offender’s aunt caught the attention of the victim’s friend, provoking the offender, who struck the victim on the arm with an empty beer bottle.

The victim attempted to flee, but the offender pursued him, stabbing him once in the back with a broken beer bottle. The victim was left unconscious and rushed to Nkayi District Hospital, where he remains under medical care.

The Nkayi Magistrates’ Court sentenced the offender to 15 months’ imprisonment, suspending three months for five years on condition of good behavior.

The remaining 12 months were wholly suspended on the condition she performs 420 hours of community service.

The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe has urged people to resolve disputes peacefully, emphasizing that violence has no place in communities.