Govt Launches Nationwide School Monitoring Exercise Amid Teacher Discontent

Government of Zimbabwe recently conducted a nationwide school monitoring exercise aimed at addressing widespread discontent among teachers regarding their welfare, the shortage of learning resources, and inadequate infrastructure. This comprehensive survey, which took place on October 1 and 2, was spearheaded by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, emphasizing …

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State-Assisted Funeral For Justice Selo Nare

Following the death of retired Labour Court judge, Justice Selo Masole Nare, on Saturday in South Africa, Zimbabwe is preparing to honor his memory with a State-assisted funeral. The 81-year-old, who had been receiving specialized medical care at the time of his passing, left behind a significant legacy in the …

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Will Macheso Copy Chimbetu?

By Garikai Mazara In August 2014 I travelled to Masvingo to have a chat with Jonah Moyo who had just unveiled a tombstone for his belove wife, Philda. Philda was the inspiration behind Devera Ngwena Jazz Band’s Wangu P. It is during that chat, that Jonah Moyo fully explained to …

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Controversial PVO Amendment Bill Passed by National Assembly

The National Assembly of Zimbabwe has passed the Private Voluntary Organisation (PVO) Amendment Bill, a move that has been met with both praise and significant concern from various stakeholders in the civil society sector. Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi described the bill as revolutionary, asserting that it …

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Government Rolls Out Second Phase Of Grain Distribution

The Government of Zimbabwe has officially commenced the second phase of grain distribution aimed at supporting vulnerable and food-insecure communities across the nation. Vice President Kembo Mohadi announced the initiative during a recent visit to Beitbridge, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to ensuring food security for all Zimbabweans despite ongoing challenges …

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Mnangagwa Enacts New Law Raising Age Of Consent To 18

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has officially signed the Criminal Laws Amendment (Protection of Children and Young Persons) Bill, 2024, into law, significantly raising the age of consent from 16 to 18. This legislative change aims to bolster protections for children and young people against sexual predators and the scourge of early …

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