SADC reaffirms regional unity amid DRC conflict resolution efforts
Richard Muponde Zimpapers Politics Hub THE SADC region has recommitted itself to peace, democratic governance and regional solidarity, with strong backing for diplomatic solutions to conflict in the Democratic Republic…
Ras Mubarak criticises US$14,520 visa costs ahead of Trans African Tourism campaign for visa-free Africa
Ivan Zhakata Herald Correspondent Leader of the Trans African Tourism and Unity Campaign, meant to push for a visa-free Africa, Mr Ras Mubarak, has criticised the US$14 520 in visa…
Pikinini-Jawanda Irrigation Scheme transforms Mwenezi lives, boosting food security and economic growth
Theseus Shambare in MWENEZI Collaboration between the Government, development partners and private players has successfully transformed the lives of Mwenezi people through the establishment of a fully functional irrigation scheme…
Over 50 African countries attend inaugural African Chef Gathering meet
Muchaneta Chimuka in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia AGROECOLOGICAL entrepreneurship and territorial markets are transforming local food systems in Africa and agriculture experts are calling for harmonisation of policies to achieve food…
SA Higher Education minister removed
JOHANNESBURG. – In a swift response to recent controversies, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Buti Manamela as the new Minister of Higher Education and Training.
81 candidates vie for Cameroon’s presidency
YAOUNDE. – It’s a record number: 81 candidate applications to run in the presidential elections set for October this year were made to Cameroon’s national body in charge of organising elections by the deadline on Monday midnight.
Rwanda hails DRC, M23 peace deal
KIGALI. – Rwanda has welcomed the signing of a declaration of principles between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group in Doha, Qatar, aimed at ending the conflict in eastern DRC.
We hope to reach a consensus soon with Lungu family: President Hichilema
Farai Dauramanzi Echo Editor Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has spoken about former President Edgar Lungu’s funeral plans, drawing a parallel with African traditions. Dr Lungu served as the sixth President…
Commonwealth Business Women Africa Zimbabwe Chapter launches locally
Nokuthula Dube The Commonwealth Business Women Africa (CBW-Africa) Zimbabwe Chapter celebrated its first anniversary with the official launch of its local operations after a year of running virtually. The milestone…
Pan African Parliament and APRM sign MoU to strengthen good governance and democracy in Africa
George Maponga in MIDRAND The Pan African Parliament (PAP) and the AU’s African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that seeks to promote collaboration…











