The African Development Bank (AfDB) recently confirmed a strategic pivot to triple its annual climate financing, targeting approximately USD 5 billion by 2026. This escalation addresses a critical structural imbalance: while Africa contributes less than 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, the continent faces annual GDP losses between 2% and 5% due to climate-induced volatility.
IPEC Board Chairperson, Mr. Albert Nduna, announced that despite a modest 2% national economic growth, Zimbabwe’s insurance and pensions sector demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2024, achieving a substantial 4.8% growth – double the 2.4% recorded in 2023.
Harare, Zimbabwe – As the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) celebrated its 38th Anniversary Dinner in Harare, ZESA Holdings Group Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Sydney Gata, offered a poignant look back at the organization’s foundational years, highlighting its remarkable journey from a critical drought response mechanism to a beacon of regional energy cooperation
Harare, Zimbabwe – In a candid and insightful address at the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) 38th Anniversary Dinner, H.E. Mr. Elias M. Magosi, Executive Secretary of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), underscored the critical role of energy in regional integration and development.
The Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe (WCoZ), a leading alliance of women’s rights organizations and activists, expressed their delight at this “milestone” development, with Executive Director Muchanyara Mukamuri delivering a powerful address at the event.
Zimbabwe is currently playing host to a pivotal gathering of Senior Officials from SADC Member States for the 43rd Joint Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Energy and Water.
Professor Obert Jiri, Permanent Secretary Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Water and Fisheries highlighted the region’s heavy reliance on hydropower, making the energy-water nexus unavoidable. “Most of our energy is derived from hydropower. So the link between energy and water is inevitable,” he stated.
Zimbabwe – In an unexpected twist at the launch of Job Sikhala’s book, “Footprints in the Chains: The Life Story of Job Sikhala,” it was Zanu PF Deputy Youth Leader Taurai Kandishaya who stole the spotlight, emerging as the highest bidder.
The event saw attendance from various key stakeholders, including Government, UN Agencies, Development Partners, Embassies, and Civic Society. Delivering remarks on behalf of Dr. Martin Rushwaya, Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, C. Maringa highlighted the project’s profound impact.
Hwange, Zimbabwe – The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) recently concluded a crucial workshop in Hwange to review and update the Zimbabwe Elephant Management Plan (2021-2025).
