US$82 000 boost for Esigodini Agricultural College

DT Correspondent Esigodini Agricultural College has received a substantial boost to its educational and training capabilities with a donation of goats and agricultural equipment worth over US$82,000 from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The initiative aims to enhance the institution’s programs, extension services, and business advisory services, while also contributing to national development goals […]

ZMF Introduces Mechanisation Program for Artisanal Miners in Zvishavane

DT CORRESPONDENT The Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) has launched its artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM) mechanization program in Zvishavane, Midlands Province as part of its Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) endeavors. The mechanization program is in line with the government’s vision for the country to achieve upper middle-income economy status by 2030, while adhering to […]

Youths Unite to Transform Communities Through Clean-Up Campaigns

DT Correspondent Harare : In a remarkable display of dedication and community engagement, a local non-profit organization led by young individuals is making a positive impact on communities through their participation in monthly national clean-up campaigns. Let It Shine Youth Association, under the leadership Ms Hillary Chikunguru, recently took part in a successful clean-up campaign […]

Govt Implements Measures to Climate-Proof Livestock Sub-Sector

DT Correspondent Kadoma, Zimbabwe – In an effort to ensure sustainable herd growth amidst the challenges posed by climate change, the government has intensified measures to climate-proof the livestock sub-sector, according to a senior government official. Chief Director of the Research and Specialist Services Directorate Dr Dumisani Kutywayo highlighted these efforts during the two-day stakeholder […]

FAO, Govt Collaborate to Address Climate Action in Livestock Systems

DT Correspondent Kadoma, Zimbabwe – The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is partnering with the Government of Zimbabwe to host a crucial validation workshop on the National Climate Action in Livestock Systems. The two-day workshop, held under the theme “Scaling-up climate actions to enhance nationally determined contributions (NDC) on climate and livestock,” brings together a […]

Jumbos Deaths in Zim Signal Crisis Amidst El Niño Phenomenon

DT Correspondent Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe – The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) has issued a warning regarding a mounting crisis in Zimbabwe, as close to a dozen elephants have fallen victim to extreme temperatures in Hwange National Park. The El Niño weather pattern has triggered scorching hot weather conditions, resulting in the drying […]

‘Conserving Wildlife Can Help Mitigate Climate Change’ – IFAW

DT Correspondent The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) will be present at the upcoming COP28 in Dubai, urging governments and stakeholders to recognize the crucial role of wildlife conservation in addressing the urgent challenges posed by the climate crisis. The 28th Conference of Parties of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) will […]