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Zimbabwe’s national cattle herd has expanded to 5,741,399, reflecting an increase of nearly 52,000 compared to 2023. The Government attributes this growth to improved disease management, particularly efforts to combat January Disease, and strengthened veterinary and extension services.

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The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development has announced the official rebranding of Zimbabwe Online Agricultural College (ZOAC) to Zimbabwe Agricultural College (ZIACO), a move aimed at expanding and enhancing agricultural education in the country.

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A poultry project initiated by Gutu South legislator, Pupurai Togarepi, is transforming the lives of students in the constituency by reducing schools' dependence on fees for daily expenses. The project has seen 56 schools receiving broiler chicks and feed, with each school getting 50 chicks and necessary inputs.

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Community members in Chipinge have commended the Government for installing advanced X-ray machines at Mount Selinda and St. Peter’s Hospitals, in Checheche.
The new equipment is expected to significantly improve healthcare services by enhancing diagnostic capabilities at the two public institutions.

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The SADC Youth Parliament has officially opened applications for youth leaders, stakeholders, and advocates to participate in its Standing Committees ahead of the 3rd SADC Youth Parliament. The virtual consultations will take place from March 3rd to March 11th, 2025, leading up to the first physical sitting in South Africa at the end of March.

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Government and the European Union (EU) have significantly strengthened their partnership to improve essential services for vulnerable communities across the nation. Through the Enhanced Resilience for Vulnerable Households in Zimbabwe (ERVHIZ) programme, over 22,500 households have gained access to clean water and improved sanitation facilities. Additionally, more than 45,000 households, including 20,000 children under five years of age, have benefited from essential nutrition services.