Mthuli’s Budget Proposal Sparks Public Backlash
Perspectives with Godfrey Mavunduse The recent budget proposal presented by Finance Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube has ignited a wave of negative reactions from the public. While budgets are often met with mixed responses, this year’s proposal seems to have struck a particularly discordant chord among Zimbabweans. Let’s examine some of the key points that have […]
BREAKING: Roy Bhila Relieved of His Duties as Deputy Minister
DT Correspondent President Emmerson Mnangagwa has removed Roy Bhila (MP) from his position as the deputy minister of Industry and Commerce with immediate effect. In a communique on Thursday, Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Dr Martin Rushwaya said the move was in accordance with Section 108(1a) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. […]
‘Value Add Diamonds to Maximise Returns’ – ZELA
DT Correspondent Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) has emphasised the importance of value addition and beneficiation of the country’s diamonds to ensure maximum returns. ZELA deputy director Mr Shamiso Mtisi urged the government to implement measures such as deep boiling and cleaning of diamonds before export, as Zimbabwe has been experiencing significant losses by exporting […]
Dapivirine Vaginal Ring Gains Regulatory Approval in 11 Countries to Combat HIV Infection
DT Correspondent The Population Council and IPM South Africa, an affiliate of the Population Council, have announced today that the dapivirine vaginal ring (DVR), an innovative product aimed at reducing the risk of HIV infection in women, has received regulatory approval through import permits in 11 countries across East and Southern Africa. This significant development […]
‘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 […]
Murowa Diamonds Suffers 12 percent Decline in Production
DT Correspondent Murowa Diamonds, an associate of RioZim, experienced a significant 12 percent decrease in diamond production during the third quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. Plant breakdowns were cited as the primary cause of the production slump, according to RioZim’s trading update for the third quarter. Despite this setback, the […]
Mining Sector Reigns as Top Electricity Consumer
DT Correspondent The mining industry remains the largest consumer of electricity, accounting for 24.5 percent of the country’s total consumption during the first quarter of 2023, according to data from the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat). The figures reveal the significant energy demands placed on the sector, with implications for both the industry’s growth and […]
Govt Adjusts Royalties to Ensure Mining Profitability
…Monitors Commodity Prices
Mash-West Indaba to Unlock Investment Opportunities
DT Correspondent In a determined effort to stimulate economic progress and tap into untapped potential Mashonaland West Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Marian Chombo is set to spearhead an Investment Conference at Kadoma Rainbow Towers on Friday. The conference aims to unlock investment opportunities that will drive development and propel the province towards the ambitious […]
Zim’s Healthcare Exodus Surges 169 percent Amid Cholera Crisis
Recent immigration data from the UK reveals an alarming 169 percent surge in the number of Zimbabweans migrating for employment in the healthcare sector, exacerbating the already dire situation in the country.