Zimbabwe to host international museum professionals' conference
via NewsDay Zimbabwe1 min read
Zimbabwe is preparing to host a significant gathering of museum professionals, dubbed the "Davos of museum professionals." This event is expected to draw international attention to the country's cultural sector. In other news, a new Dutch-Zimbabwean network has been established to foster stronger trade and investment ties, aiming to be the primary contact point for Dutch companies interested in Zimbabwe. Meanwhile, ART operations have been impacted by power outages and raw material shortages, with the manufacturer reporting a 6% decline in export volumes and a 26% decline in paper division volumes for the third quarter ending June 2022. Additionally, residents in Bulawayo have expressed concerns regarding the city's dollar billing system, and political tensions over grasslands plots have led to violent attacks and forced evictions.
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Zimbabwe is set to host an international gathering for museum professionals, dubbed the 'Davos of museum professionals'. This event comes amidst various national developments, including rising confidence in the Zimbabwe Mercantile Exchange ZMX with trades reaching US$1.28 million, and a new Dutch-Zimbabwean network aiming to strengthen trade and investment ties. Other notable events include political tensions leading to violent attacks and forced evictions at grasslands plots, and residents in Bulawayo criticizing the city's dollar billing system. Additionally, junior water polo teams are preparing for global competition.
Zimbabwe's first local Big Brother-style reality show, Brother In House Zimbabwe, premiered in Harare on Sunday night. Thirty-five contestants entered a purpose-built house to compete for a US$50,000 grand prize in the three-month competition. Hosted by Oscar Pambuka, the show will stream live on YouTube and TikTok, allowing viewers to influence the competition through real-time voting. Project creator Sifelani, also known as Ninja 22, stated that the show aims to showcase Zimbabwean talent and create opportunities within the country's creative industry. The program will incorporate local languages, traditional games, food, and music, featuring weekly talent showcases for musicians, chefs, and fashion designers. Organizers anticipate the production will create over 120 direct jobs and provide a platform to showcase Zimbabwean culture to regional and international audiences. Strict house rules will be enforced, with physical violence leading to immediate eviction. Psychologists and a full-time welfare officer will be available to support contestants, and Professor Johannes Marisa will provide emergency health services.
Must ReadThe new UN resident coordinator presented credentials to Mnangagwa at State House. Other news includes war veterans issuing a 72-hour ultimatum, concerns about Zimbabwe's human rights commitments, and political tensions leading to violent attacks and forced evictions at grasslands plots. Economic news highlights rising confidence in ZMX with trades hitting US$1.28 million and the stability of VFEX masking underlying value. There are also discussions about transforming the Limpopo border into an economic corridor between Zimbabwe and South Africa, and the EU's trade predicament offering strategic windows for the Global South. Local issues include residents pushing for a dual water system and the Bulawayo City Council moving to curb illegal vending and improve waste management.