Linking forestry and social protection for sustainable agrifood systems

At its core, agrifood systems transformation seeks to ensure that food production, distribution, and consumption are sustainable, resilient, and inclusive.  
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Jan. 4, 2026

Agroforestry: The green revolution that can empower farmers and save our planet

Agroforestry stands out as a natural climate solution.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Aug. 24, 2025

Umvebe named tree of the year

Tree Planting Day is commemorated annually on the first Saturday of December.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 22, 2025

‘Forestry Commission bosses sleeping on the job’

A report by the Auditor-General has exposed severe lapses at the Forestry Commission, revealing how lax regulation may be enabling trophy hunters to loot public funds.
By Freeman Makopa Aug. 8, 2025

Forests under siege: Illegal logging costs Zim millions, but solutions emerge

The Forestry Commission in collaboration with the Ema and local non-governmental organisations, has been piloting community-based forestry management programmes in selected regions
By Tonderayi Matonho Aug. 1, 2025

Japanese farm minister resigns following gaffe over rice

Eto has been in hot water since media reports exposed comments he made at a weekend political fundraising party that he had "never had to buy rice" thanks to gifts from supporters.
By Reuters May. 21, 2025

Workers, management clash over Ngamo Safaris takeover

Ngamo Safaris was established by the Forestry Commission to generate revenue for conservation programmes in Zimbabwe’s indigenous forest areas.
By Nizbert Moyo May. 13, 2025

Forestry Commision hails ZB Bank’s support in tree planting initiative

In a statement, the commission lauded the bank for their assistance in making the town greener and complementing their orchard establishment efforts.
By William Vundla Oct. 17, 2024

Tracking ecosystems: Environment conservation in the digital age

The Zimbabwean beverage market for example has seen a recent spike in the use of baobab fruit extracts in both soft and alcoholic beverages
By Darlington Mafa May. 24, 2024