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The Four Global Initiatives and Africa’s transformation priorities

Can the challenges facing developing countries really be addressed separately? That is the question worth asking as the world marks five years since the Global Development Initiative (GDI) was proposed. African and Chinese readers will recognise the familiar list: widening development gaps; food and energy insecurity amplified by successive global commodity shocks; conflicts that disrupt […] The post The Four Global Initiatives and Africa’s transformation priorities appeared first on Newsday .

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King Budzi’s Contest back by popular demand

King Budzi's Contest has become something of a festival favourite, with repeat requests from theatre-goers eager to see it staged again. Its return underscores the growing appetite for homegrown storytelling that resonates with local audiences while still carrying universal themes of ambition, rivalry, and community values. The post King Budzi’s Contest back by popular demand appeared first on Newsday .

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Themba Gorimbo: Passion, not money, should drive an MMA career

FORMER Zimbabwean mixed martial artist Themba Gorimbo has offered a candid reflection on the realities of professional fighting, arguing that passion, purpose and a desire to achieve should come before financial reward in a sport he describes as physically demanding and potentially dangerous. Gorimbo shared his thoughts on social media as he reflected on why […] The post Themba Gorimbo: Passion, not money, should drive an MMA career appeared first on Newsday .

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Munetsi return gives Catala a missing piece

MARSHALL Munetsi’s return to the Zimbabwe national team has provided coach Ramon Catala with a significant midfield boost, with his two-goal contribution in the Warriors’ 3–2 comeback victory over Sierra Leone demonstrating the influence he can have in a team searching for greater consistency. Munetsi’s performance was not simply about the goals that secured Zimbabwe’s […] The post Munetsi return gives Catala a missing piece appeared first on Newsday .

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Axia locks in inventory ahead of peak trading season

Axia Corporation is building unusually large inventory buffers ahead of the November-December peak trading season as delays at ports expose the Zimbabwean retailer and distributor to renewed supply-chain disruptions. The firm’s chief executive officer, Ray Rambanapasi said the group was holding more stock than its normal two-month cover after container delays disrupted the flow of […] The post Axia locks in inventory ahead of peak trading season appeared first on Newsday .

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Zimbabwean farmers embrace drought-tolerant crops ahead of 2026/27 El Niño

Zimbabwean farmers are turning to indigenous and drought-tolerant seed varieties as they prepare for the challenges of climate change and anticipated El Niño conditions during the 2026/2027 farming season. In a speech read on his behalf at the 2026 National Seed Fair held at the Harare Botanical Gardens, on Saturday, Agriculture minister Anxious Masuka said […] The post Zimbabwean farmers embrace drought-tolerant crops ahead of 2026/27 El Niño appeared first on Newsday .

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Zimbabwe eyes US$3 billion import-substitution opportunity as manufacturing sector rebounds

Addressing delegates at the week-long Tripartite Negotiating Forum Global Summit inVictoria Falls, Ndhlovu outlined Zimbabwe's drive to shift from exporting unprocessed raw materials toward local processing, refining, manufacturing and higher-value industrial production. The post Zimbabwe eyes US$3 billion import-substitution opportunity as manufacturing sector rebounds appeared first on Newsday .

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Econet urges WhatsApp users to secure their accounts amid rising scams targeting mobile users

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe has urged customers to protect their WhatsApp accounts from hackers and social engineering scams that are increasingly targeting mobile users. “We urge customers to proactively secure their WhatsApp accounts by selecting the login and security settings on their WhatsApp profile, and enabling WhatsApp Passkeys as well as activating the two-step authentication (or […] The post Econet urges WhatsApp users to secure their accounts amid rising scams targeting mobile users appeared first on Newsday .

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ZRP divers retrieve ZimParks rifle from depths of Zambezi River in Kanyemba

In a statement, ZRP said: “On 20 September 2026, members of the ZRP Subaqua Unit recovered an AK rifle with a magazine loaded with 20 rounds in the Zambezi River, Kanyemba area. The rifle belongs to ZimParks and was lost during routine anti-poaching patrols along the Zambezi River.” The post ZRP divers retrieve ZimParks rifle from depths of Zambezi River in Kanyemba appeared first on Newsday .

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Drone technology boosts wildlife protection in Hwange

DRONE technology has been deployed to strengthen anti-poaching operations and wildlife monitoring at Hwange National Park, with more wildlife rangers receiving specialised training in the use of remotely-piloted aircraft systems. The training, supported by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Zimbabwe, is targeting Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) and Bhejane Trust rangers […] The post Drone technology boosts wildlife protection in Hwange appeared first on Newsday .

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ZIFA targets November for VAR launch

ZIMBABWE’S journey towards Video Assistant Referee technology has officially begun, with ZIFA bringing together FIFA experts and key football stakeholders in Harare for the VAR Project Kick-off Meeting, backed by funding from Sakunda Holdings in what represents one of the most significant steps forward in the modernisation of Zimbabwean football officiating. ZIFA president Nqobile Magwizi […] The post ZIFA targets November for VAR launch appeared first on Newsday .

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ZIMA moves to empower Nkayi villagers through rural mining projects

The Zimbabwe Miners Association (ZIMA) is set to launch a rural mining empowerment programme in Nkayi aimed at helping villagers participate in the district’s mineral extraction. The association says it will introduce its Nkayi district executive committee on September 28, at a ceremony to be held at Edale Cultural Centre. The launch will also mark […] The post ZIMA moves to empower Nkayi villagers through rural mining projects appeared first on Newsday .

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WhatsApp: Who’s stealing Zim accounts?

ZIMBABWEANS are increasingly falling victim to illegal WhatsApp account takeovers, with cybersecurity experts warning that criminals are exploiting weak security practices, SIM-related vulnerabilities and social engineering to hijack accounts and turn trusted family and business networks into hunting grounds for money. The growing threat has prompted mobile network operator Econet Wireless Zimbabwe to intensify warnings […] The post WhatsApp: Who’s stealing Zim accounts? appeared first on Newsday .

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Namib Minerals clears Redwing barrier, targets 2027 feasibility

Namib Minerals has completed the dewatering programme at Redwing Mine ahead of schedule, clearing the way for underground technical studies as the gold producer advances plans to restart the operation. The milestone marks the completion of the first of five stages in a restart pathway published by the Nasdaq-listed company on July 20. Dewatering had […] The post Namib Minerals clears Redwing barrier, targets 2027 feasibility appeared first on Newsday .

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Senong’s defensive blueprint offers FC Platinum glimpse of revival

FC Platinum’s four-match unbeaten run has virtually secured their Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League survival, but more significantly, the revival is offering a glimpse of what South African coach Thabo Senong could be building at the Zvishavane giants. The former champions now sit 10th on the table with 39 points from 29 matches, five games before […] The post Senong’s defensive blueprint offers FC Platinum glimpse of revival appeared first on Newsday .

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TIMB pushes for grower viability and value addition.

The Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) says Zimbabwe’s tobacco industry must retain more value at home if grower incomes and export earnings are to grow sustainably. Speaking at the Parliamentary Oversight and Industry Forum in Bulawayo,TIMB board chairman Patrick Devenish said tobacco remains one of the country’s key agricultural commodities but its future “cannot […] The post TIMB pushes for grower viability and value addition. appeared first on Newsday .

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