The government has taken an important step to include climate resilience in State enterprises and parastatals, recognizing their role in the country’s economic growth. Mr. Washington Zhakata, director of the Department of Climate Change Management in the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife, spoke at a workshop on developing climate resilience guidelines. He addressed the…
Zimbabwe has successfully planted 99% of its maize target for the 2024/2025 summer cropping season, with a total of 1,790,917 hectares cultivated out of a goal of 1.8 million hectares. The first round of the Crop, Livestock and Fisheries Assessment report, set to be presented to Cabinet soon, is expected to affirm this optimistic outlook….
The Zimbabwean Government has expressed deep concern over the lack of commitment to wetland conservation, with Environment, Climate and Wildlife Minister Sithembiso Nyoni emphasizing their vital role in sustaining ecosystems and water sources. Nyoni made her remarks during the launch of the Wilderness Ngamo Livestock Farm and Vocational Training Centre in Tsholotsho, where she also…
The Government has issued a strong warning that village heads and traditional leaders involved in the sale or facilitation of State land will be categorized as “land barons” and face arrest. Officials are urging anyone with solid evidence of such activities to come forward to support law enforcement efforts. This announcement comes in light of…
A new project aimed at restoring the Miombo woodlands kicked off with inception meetings focused on sustainable forest management in Chipinge, Mudzi, and Rushinga. Led by the Forestry Commission and supported by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the initiative seeks to establish collaborative frameworks for effective project execution. During the…
The Fisheries and Aquaculture Resources Department (FARD) is launching nationwide consultations to inform a new Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill, aimed at revitalizing Zimbabwe’s fisheries sector. Initial workshops will take place from March 1 to 5 in Nyanga, Bulawayo, and Kariba, gathering input from a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials, private sector representatives, and…
Zimbabwe has received a significant boost in its fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) with a £2.5 million grant from the UK government’s Fleming Fund Phase 2. The funding, announced at a launch event in Harare on Thursday, will enhance surveillance, strengthen regulations, and promote responsible antimicrobial use across human and animal health sectors. The event…
Action Aid International, a global federation working for a world free from poverty and injustice, reveals how African countries are foregoing essential public services such as health, education, and climate action, to service foreign debts owed to rich countries, private creditors, and global financial institutions. Meanwhile, rich countries are not paying the climate debt of…
The Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (ARDA) is setting its sights on a significant expansion of its operations this year, aiming to increase exports to 30% while fulfilling its mandate to produce 45% of Zimbabwe’s strategic grain reserves. Currently overseeing over 400 irrigation schemes, ARDA manages 19,000 hectares under irrigation. The authority is committed to…
The Zimbabwean government has set a preliminary target of planting 120,000 hectares of wheat for the 2025 winter season, maintaining the same hectarage as last year in hopes of replicating a successful harvest. To bolster production efforts, authorities have mobilized adequate tillage equipment and are collaborating with the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (Zesa) to ensure…
