THE government says the country must harness its vast mineral wealth to drive industrialisation, create jobs, and accelerate development in local communities. Speaking during a mining indaba yesterday, Mines deputy minister Polite Kambamura said the country had to take advantage of the growing demand for critical minerals to boost its economy. “Zimbabwe stands at a…
Staff writer in BULAWAYO THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC) says it is on track to finalise its financial statements for the 2023 and 2024 years. In a statement yesterday, BCC town clerk Christopher Dube said the move was meant to promote accountability and transparency. “The City of Bulawayo would like to advise residents and stakeholders…
Staff writer in BULAWAYO THE Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe (GMAZ) has raised the alarm over acute maize shortages in the southern region, warning that dwindling supplies are threatening milling operations and food security. Speaking after a tour of various milling companies in Bulawayo yesterday, the GMAZ chairman for the southern region, David Moyo, said…
BULAWAYO THE Embassy of South Korea has handed over medical equipment and a vehicle to Bulawayo, a contribution expected to improve maternal and primary healthcare delivery in the province. Speaking during a ceremony that coincided with the 2025 Korea Festival at the weekend, the minister of State for Bulawayo, Judith Ncube, expressed appreciation on behalf…
HEALTH authorities have urged Bulawayo residents to use city council ambulances during emergencies, as hospital ambulances primarily serve patients in outlying areas. This recommendation follows concerns raised by residents about ambulance access at the new government health facility in Cowdray Park. Residents reported that the ambulance stationed at the facility was often unavailable to transport…
TRANSPARENCY International Zimbabwe (TIZ) has embarked on a capacity-building programme aimed at strengthening institutions within the justice sector to enhance the fight against corruption. TIZ executive director Tafadzwa Chikumbu told the Daily News On Sunday yesterday that the initiative sought to address knowledge gaps and improve coordination among key actors. “We are capacitating institutions in…
THE Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers (CZR) has pledged to work closely with the government to ensure that recently announced reforms to ease the cost of doing business are fully implemented and benefit all stakeholders. In a statement yesterday, CZR president Denford Mutashu commended the government for taking bold steps to reduce regulatory burdens, streamline permits,…
THE National Aids Council (Nac) is bridging healthcare gaps by rolling out mobile health clinics which are benefiting vulnerable populations in Bulawayo. Speaking to the Daily News yesterday, Nac acting provincial manager, Douglas Moyo, said mobile clinics were central to Zimbabwe’s fight against HIV. “The project is designed to bring health services closer to communities…
HEALTH experts are concerned about the growing number of patients in the country who are presenting themselves with Advanced HIV Disease (AHD). Speaking to the Daily News yesterday, the medical director of Mpilo Hospital’s Centre of Excellence, Nkazimulo Tshuma, said the crisis demanded urgent intervention by authorities. The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines AHD as…
THE National Aids Council (Nac) is leading efforts to sustain HIV and Aids programmes in Zimbabwe as external funding declines. This comes amid challenges in combating HIV, with approximately 13 percent of the adult population living with the virus. The decline in funding from international donors, including the United States government, threatens the progress made…
