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The African Union Executive Council has approved a special budget allocation of US$650 000 to the Pan African Parliament, paving the way for the successful convening of the Fifth Ordinary Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Pan African Parliament, among other critical operations.
In Osaka, Japan, President Mnangagwa proudly declared Zimbabwe a “beautiful, beautiful and a safe country,” inviting Japanese investors and tourists. He emphasized Zimbabwe’s natural resources, from Victoria Falls to vibrant cultures, promising an unforgettable experience.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Report 2025 delivers a critical assessment of global progress towards the 2030 Agenda, revealing a mixed bag of significant achievements and persistent challenges. While millions have seen improved lives through expanded education access, better maternal and child health, and a shrinking digital divide, the current pace is simply not enough to fully realize all goals by the 2030 deadline.
The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, met with Afreximbank President & Board Chair, H.E. Prof. Benedict Oramah, on the margins of the 7th AU Mid-Year Coordination Meeting in Malabo. They reaffirmed the strategic AU–Afreximbank partnership & committed to deepening collaboration in support of Africa’s integration & development.
The Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the legislative organ of the African Union (AU), has just concluded a high-level Consultative Workshop on its Rules of Procedure held in Midrand, South Africa, from 1 to 4 July 2025.
Harare, Zimbabwe – Taurai Kandishaya, President of the African Youth Congress, has ignited a fresh debate on the political landscape of Harare province, asserting that leadership within the ruling party must be someone who “commands respect from entrepreneurs, hustlers, executives, and others.”
Kandishaya’s recent Facebook post,
At this year’s Econet Victoria Falls Marathon, amidst the pounding feet and cheering crowds, something refreshing stole the spotlight not a record time, but a revitalizing gulp of baobab smoothie from a Zimbabwean brand reshaping the country’s wellness culture.
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
