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Tawanda Ngena Arts Correspondent
The 11th edition of the International Images Film Festival for Women officially opened at the Rainbow City cinema in Harare last Friday with the screening of a Japanese film “The Stars Converge”. Running under the theme “Women Alive”, the festival runs in the capital from November 23-December 1, after which it moves to Bulawayo (December 5-6) and Binga (December 4-6).
Save companies from collapse: Mushohwe
Wenceslaus MurapeStrategic industries in Mutare should not be allowed to close down but instead, investors to revive them should be urgently sought, a senior Government official has said. Manicaland Provincial Governor and Resident Minister Chris Mushohwe said this in an interview last week. He bemoaned the closure of several companies in Mutare that played a crucial role in providing goods that are
Rand volatility down on global stocks
Prodigy Chinanga Money in MotionGlobal stocks, the euro and the Asian markets opened Monday’s session higher and the volatility of the rand simply died down. Today we shall look at the different styles of investing that focus on companies in different stages of activity. Although one doesn’t need to look at one style and of which many investors gravitate toward either value or growth investing styles. Some would argue
‘Some firms in economic sabotage’
Wenceslaus MurapeStrategic industries in Mutare should not be allowed to close down but instead, investors to revive them should be urgently sought, a senior Government official has said.
Manicaland Provincial Governor and Resident Minister Chris Mushowe said this in an interview last week. He bemoaned the closure of several companies in Mutare that played a crucial role in
Foreign investors adopt a wait and see attitude
Business ReporterTHE investment appetite among foreign investors has largely been subdued this year as the country grappled to clear negative perceptions around indigenisation and empowerment laws and uncertainty over the country’s political reforms. According to Zimbabwe Investment Authority, proposals worth US$821 million were approved in the 10 months to October, and with only a month
Thomas Mapfumo’s return imminent
Ruth Butaumocho Entertainment EditorSelf-exiled Chimurenga music icon Thomas Mapfumo is expected in Zimbabwe before the end of the year, as Government leaders move in to secure his return from the United States, where he is currently domiciled.
Zanu-PF launches Annual People’s Conference theme
Midlands Bureau Chief
PREPARATIONS for the Zanu-PF 13th National People’s Conference to be held in Gweru next week have gathered momentum following the official launch yesterday of the conference theme at a site 10km outside the city along the Gweru-Kwekwe Highway.
The launch was witnessed by Zanu-PF party members and the national organising committee led by the party national chairperson, Cde Simon Khaya Moyo.
Traffic was briefly brought to a standstill as the group marched along the highway in the direction of Gweru City chanting the 2012 National People’s Conference theme: “Indigenise, Empower, Develop and Create Employment.”
The site of the theme launch was deliberate as it gives a visitor to the host city, Gweru a bird’s-eye view of the city.
MDC-T, MDC members defect
Chronicle Reporter
FORMER MDC-T campaign officer in South Africa and also the party’s chairman for Bulilima district, Mr Bhekimpilo Vundla, has defected to Zanu-PF.
Mr Vundla publicly denounced ties with the MDC-T and pledged loyalty to Zanu-PF during a rally that was held at Magabha area in Gwambe, Bulilima District.
Nine former MDC and MDC-T supporters who said they have realised that Zanu-PF was the only party with the aspirations of the people joined him.
Mr Vundla and the nine supporters were formally received by Politburo member Cde Richard Ndlovu and presented to scores of Zanu-PF supporters that came to witness the event.
Gwetai’s Embracing the Cactus a thriller
Entertainment ReporterERICAH Gwetai’s latest book, Embracing the Cactus, is an enthralling read that takes the reader through the daily dilemmas that women and children in polygamous marriages face.
Masvingo Hospital stops x-ray services
Masvingo CorrespondentMasvingo General Hospital has suspended offering X-ray services because the only radiographer at the hospital is on leave, an official confirmed yesterday.