LOCAL NEWS

Staff Reporter

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor John Mushayavanhu, has vowed to unveil strategies aimed at dismantling the foreign currency black market that has undermined the nation's financial stability for over two decades.

Political Reporter

Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa is reportedly making overtures for political inclusion by secretly dispatching emissaries to arrange meetings with Government representatives.

Staff Reporter

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called upon members of the ZANU PF Politburo and other senior Party figures to instil public confidence in the newly introduced Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency.

Staff Reporter

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has issued a clarion call to retailers and businesses across the nation, urging them to continue accepting bond notes as legal tender until April 30th.

Agriculture Reporter

Government is determined to empower youths with relevant agricultural skills and is currently conducting a capacity-building workshop for youths in Mazowe Bridge, Rushinga.

Staff Reporter

In a significant development unveiled within the 2024 Monetary Policy Statement released on April 5th, Zimbabwe celebrates a remarkable surge in foreign currency inflows, marking a notable 23% increase.

Staff Reporter

Following the introduction of the new Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency last week, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) issued a comprehensive statement yesterday addressing the concerns of citizens.

Staff Reporter

Government, through its Ministry of Health and Child Care, has forged a pivotal partnership with Indonesia in an effort to elevate healthcare standards within the country.

 This collaboration was formalized with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing health services and cooperation between the two nations.

During yesterday’s post-cabinet briefing, the Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, Dr Jenfan Muswere, outlined the expansive nature of this agreement and underscored its commitment to advancing healthcare across several key areas.

“The Memorandum of Understanding between the Republic of Zimbabwe and the Government of Indonesia seeks to promote, develop, and increase cooperation in the field of health, particularly in areas such as reproductive, maternal, neonatal, child, and adolescent health. Furthermore, the MOU covers aspects of forensic pathology, blood services and aims to fortify health system resilience, enabling both countries to better respond to public health emergencies,” explained Minister Muswere.

A cornerstone of this international partnership is the mutual exchange of knowledge, experiences, and best practices in the healthcare sector.

 Dr Muswere emphasised the value of such collaboration in enhancing healthcare infrastructure through partnerships and the exploration of twinning programmes.

“Central to the cooperation is the sharing of information, experiences, and best practices on health issues, building partnerships and exploring twinning programmes, as well as fighting against pandemics; rational drug use and exchange programmes for health professionals,” he noted.

The Minister said that a Joint Technical Committee will be established to ensure the effective execution and management of this collaborative effort.

This committee will play a critical role in overseeing the MOU's implementation, aiming for efficiency and efficacy in all joint health initiatives.

In a related development, Government is also setting the stage for a similar agreement with the Republic of Rwanda.

This upcoming MOU will focus on enhancing cooperation across various health domains, emphasising the decentralisation of health services to boost district health systems.

The primary goal would be to foster sustainable and resilient healthcare delivery mechanisms.

This forthcoming partnership with Rwanda will concentrate on the execution of public health programmes targeting key health challenges, including tuberculosis, malaria, maternal and child health, and HIV/AIDS.

Through collaborative efforts, both countries aspire to tackle endemic health issues and significantly improve overall healthcare outcomes.

Staff Reporter

Government has embarked on a significant initiative to ensure water availability in both rural and urban areas in an effort to address the water supply challenges across the country.

Staff Reporter

Government has reaffirmed its commitment to women's empowerment, channelling substantial funds and prioritising projects aimed at uplifting women across the country.