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Zim seeks climate cash at COP17

The push comes as COP17 places drought resilience, water security, land restoration and sustainable food systems at the centre of global efforts to address land degradation.

By Staff Reporter Aug. 18, 2026

Can agriculture feed and industrialise southern Africa?

Maize becomes animal feed, starch or cooking oil. Milk becomes cheese and powdered milk. Fruit becomes juice and concentrate.

By Daniel Makokera Aug. 16, 2026

Can agriculture feed and industrialise southern Africa?

Observer reports ignored as regional electoral integrity erodes, ERC warns

They said stronger institutional reforms and accountability mechanisms were needed to safeguard electoral integrity and public confidence in democratic processes across the region.

By Evans Mathanda Jul. 30, 2026

Observer reports ignored as regional electoral integrity erodes, ERC warns

Zimbabwe’s paddlers chase Commonwealth dream

It is the next step in a journey that started in a packed hall in Harare during the Southern African Region Games.

By Austin Karonga Jul. 26, 2026

Zimbabwe’s paddlers chase Commonwealth dream

No one should assume public office without a legitimate democratic mandate

The Constitution provides for fixed presidential terms to promote accountability and peaceful transfer of power.

By Mbongeni Nhliziyo Jul. 25, 2026

No one should assume public office without a legitimate democratic mandate

25 local exporters participate at Zambia’s expo

The proximity of the two countries, coupled with established transport links and trade facilitation measures such as the Chirundu One-Stop Border Post

By Staff Reporter Jul. 21, 2026

25 local exporters participate at Zambia’s expo

SADC member states review regional security concerns

According to the ministry, the meeting brought together senior government and security officials from ministries responsible for foreign affairs and defence from across SADC member states.

By Staff Reporter Jul. 16, 2026