adminUK extends US$43,6m to fight coronavirus
THE British Government has announced a US$43,6 million aid package for Covid-19 medical supplies to Zimbabwe, becoming the biggest contributor to the pandemic response in the country, as diplomatic ties between the two countries continue to improve.
PPEs relief for medical fraternity
ZIMBABWE yesterday received a consignment of goods from two Chinese firms for the fight against Covid-19 which has killed thousands of people worldwide and left many others hospitalised.
Crime rate declines during lockdown
POLICE recorded a decline in criminal cases in the first 17 days of the national lockdown, a development attributed to heavy presence of security personnel across the country.
Clemency order to benefit more inmates
JUSTICE Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi has said processes are underway to amend the recent clemency order and ensure more categories of prisoners benefit from the Presidential amnesty as an urgent measure to decongest prisons.
Belvedere to remain quarantine centre
Zimbabwean citizens who returned from the United Kingdom on Monday aboard Ethiopian Airlines will have to stay at Belvedere Technical Teachers’ College, as Government could not secure alternative accommodation.
Money changers trickle back into city
Illegal forex dealers are beginning to trickle back into central Harare, despite roadblocks designed to check on motorists and on passengers in Zupco buses, with both groups required to prove they are in essential services.
Boost for coronavirus testing
PLANS to decentralise testing for the Covid-19 virus received a boost yesterday following the arrival of more testing kits and equipment, as Government intends to test 40 000 people before the end of the month.
Cotton farmers seek Govt subsidy
STAKEHOLDERS in Zimbabwe’s cotton industry are seeking a subsidy on cotton producer price during the forthcoming season after international lint prices crushed to historic levels due to coronavirus.
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AU to host virtual business meeting
South African President and African Union (AU) chair, Mr Cyril Ramaphosa will today host an online meeting with business leaders on the continent to discuss the impact of Covid-19 and responses to the pandemic.