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Ruvimbo Makumbe

New Digital Literacy Program Aims to Empower African Youth

A groundbreaking project aimed at empowering African communities through education and advocacy is making waves across the continent. The “Letters to Africa” initiative, spearheaded by digital marketing expert Ruvimbo Makumbe, is set to launch its online platform, promising to bridge cultural divides
September 23, 2024
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Zimbabwe’s Central Bank Injects $64m to Stabilize Currency

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has injected US$64 million into the foreign exchange market in September to stabilize the country’s currency, the Zimbabwe dollar (ZiG). In a press statement, the central bank said it had witnessed increased demand for foreign currency at
September 19, 2024
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Zimbabwe receives food aid from Belarus amid hunger crisis

Zimbabwe has received another round of humanitarian food aid, this time from Belarus, as the country grapples with a severe drought affecting millions of its citizens. The donation comes shortly after similar assistance from China and India, highlighting Zimbabwe’s urgent need for
September 15, 2024
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Disgruntled Employee Burns Employer’s Car in Salary Dispute

A man in Buhera, Zimbabwe, has suffered a significant loss after his former employee set his vehicle ablaze following a disagreement over unpaid wages. The incident came to light in Chipinge Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, where 18-year-old Raymond Chirombo faced charges related
September 7, 2024
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Over 4,500 Zimbabwean Girls Drop Out of School Due to Pregnancy

Thousands of girls in Zimbabwe, predominantly from rural areas, left school in 2023 due to pregnancy, according to the country’s education minister. Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerai Moyo revealed to parliament on Wednesday that 4,557 girls dropped out of school due
September 6, 2024
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Julius Malema Urges Zimbabwean Youth to Rise

Julius Malema, leader of South Africa’s Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has urged the youth of Zimbabwe to take a stand against President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Vice President Constantino Chiwenga. Malema’s call to action comes amidst reports of escalating tensions and human rights
August 6, 2024
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DA Calls for Relocation of SADC Summit Amid Zimbabwe Crackdown

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has called on Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, to leverage South Africa’s position within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and urgently advocate for the relocation of the 44th Ordinary SADC Summit of Heads of
August 2, 2024
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Transform Zimbabwe Party President Jacob Ngarivhume Arrested

Jacob Ngarivhume, President of the Transform Zimbabwe party, was reportedly taken from his residence on Friday by unidentified individuals believed to be state security agents. Former Zengeza West Member of Parliament, Job Sikhala, shared on social media that Ngarivhume was picked up
August 2, 2024
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Mnangagwa Reinstates Deputy Minister Sibanda After Public Outburst

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reinstated Simelisizwe Sibanda as Deputy Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education. Sibanda was dismissed after a leaked recording showed him reprimanding a Shona-speaking teacher in Matebeleland South for not speaking isiNdebele. The recording, in which Sibanda ordered the
July 31, 2024