馃嚳馃嚰ZimbabweSouthern Africa
Union urges government to reintegrate teachers returning from South Africa
via NewsDay Zimbabwe1 min read
A union is advocating for the government to facilitate the reintegration of teachers who are returning from South Africa. This call comes amidst various local news items, including a hip hop artiste facing a rape charge, reports of Cuthbert Dube experiencing financial difficulties, and a death linked to a rival suitor. Other news highlights include the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show targeting over 600 exhibitors, government infrastructure projects being recognized at the Zimbabwe Property Excellence Awards, and ARDA delivering 120,000 metric tons as Zimbabwe prepares for El Ni帽o. Additionally, new grain levies are proposed to address climate and food security risks, and a Post Office Savings Bank POSB declared a record US$5.1 million dividend. Political tensions at grasslands plots have led to violent attacks, and power outages and raw material shortages have impacted ART operations, with export and paper division volumes declining by 6% and 26% respectively in the third quarter to June 2022. Zimbabwe has also commissioned a specialized honey testing laboratory to enhance export competitiveness.
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An African energy chief stated that Zimbabwe's energy reforms are sparking investor confidence. This development comes amidst various other news items in Zimbabwe, including reports on infrastructure projects, agricultural initiatives like ARDA delivering 120,000MT and Buhera farmers embracing crop insurance, and economic updates such as POSB declaring a record US$5.1 million dividend. Other notable events include the completion of the Plumtree-Victoria Falls fibre upgrade project and the commissioning of a specialized honey testing laboratory to boost export competitiveness.
Must ReadThree executives from Highlanders Football Club have died in a road accident. This news comes amidst other reports including hip hop artist Holy Ten facing a rape charge, Cuthbert Dube experiencing financial difficulties, and the death of Killer T's girlfriend being linked to a rival suitor. Other headlines cover government infrastructure projects, ARDA's 120,000MT delivery for El Ni帽o preparedness, proposed grain levies, and the ZPC Kariba victory over Highlanders. Additionally, there are reports on political tensions leading to violence, power outages affecting ART operations, and a Zanu PF ambush towards a referendum. Grace Harvest Ministries celebrated 17 years, and a parliamentary committee recommended an inquiry into the Hwange governance crisis. Zimbabwe also commissioned a honey testing laboratory to boost export competitiveness.
The Zimbabwe Football Association Zifa is mourning the deaths of Highlanders chairman Kenneth Mhlophe, vice-chairman Fiso Siziba, and treasurer Nkani Khoza, who died in a road accident on the Harare-Bulawayo Road. Zifa described the tragedy as an immeasurable loss to Highlanders Football Club, the city of Bulawayo, and the wider Zimbabwean football community. The association highlighted their unwavering commitment and selfless service to one of the country's iconic football institutions. Zifa president Nqobile Magwizi stated that Zimbabwean football has lost three dedicated administrators whose service shaped the club's legacy. The loss is particularly painful as it occurs during Highlanders' centenary celebrations. Zifa extended condolences to the families of the deceased, the Highlanders executive committee, players, technical team, members, and supporters. The deaths have sent shockwaves through Zimbabwean football, with clubs, administrators, and supporters paying tribute to the three executives.