THE United Nations (UN) has urged the media to prioritise ethical reporting to combat misinformation and build trust among citizens. Speaking to the Daily News On Sunday on the sidelines of a media indaba in Bulawayo at the weekend, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Edward Kallon, emphasised the importance of responsible journalism in nationbuilding….

THE Insurance Council of Zimbabwe (ICZ) is intensifying its awareness campaigns on agricultural insurance to ensure farmers are insured and recover from losses emanating from climate change. Speaking at a field day in Umguza, Matabeleland North Province, yesterday, the ICZ head of operations, Nicholas Sayi, said the insurance initiative was part of a broader national…

THE Environmental Management Agency (Ema) has expressed deep concern over the rampant construction of buildings on wetlands, warning that this trend is undermining environmental conservation efforts. Ema spokesperson Amkela Sidange emphasised the need for greater commitment to wetland conservation and sustainability. With over 400 000 wetlands identified across the country, unchecked development poses a significant…

GOVERNMENT is scaling up efforts to reduce methane emissions associated with livestock production through sustainable farming practices. Department of livestock research director Andrew Chamisa said this would contribute to the overall reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. “The government of Zimbabwe prioritises the development of the livestock sector and seeks to grow it to meet the…