Building Healthcare Capacity: Merck Foundation Commemorates World Health Day with Scholarship Programs

By Tendai Chisiri Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej  CEO of Merck Foundation The philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks “World Health Day” 2025 in partnership with Africa’s First Ladies who are also the Ambassadors of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Campaign, with a strong reaffirmation of its commitment to improving and revolutionizing healthcare access … Continue reading Building Healthcare Capacity: Merck Foundation Commemorates World Health Day with Scholarship Programs

Israel’s Gaza aid blockade contested in World Court hearings

Reuters Summary.Israel has cut off all supplies to Gaza since early March.Israel says it won't allow supplies in until hostages released.Resolution calling for court's opinion adopted in December.ICJ's opinion likely to take monthsAMSTERDAM, April 28 (Reuters) - Israel will face accusations of breaking international law by refusing to let aid into the Gaza Strip when … Continue reading Israel’s Gaza aid blockade contested in World Court hearings

National Heroes’ Burial Schedule: Body Movements and Ceremony Details

By Tendai Chisiri Heroes' Acre The nation is mourning the loss of two distinguished patriots, Cde Victor Tapiwa Chashe Rungani and Cde Walter Basopo, who have been conferred with national hero status by His Excellency, President, Dr ED Mnangagwa. Ahead of their double burial at the National Heroes Acre on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, the … Continue reading National Heroes’ Burial Schedule: Body Movements and Ceremony Details

MISA Zim 2024 Annual Report Records Decrease In Media Violations

By Tendai Chisiri According to the MISA Zimbabwe chairperson's report Passmore Kusipa said there is  decrease in media freedom violations in 2023, leading to an improved media operating environment during Zimbabwe’s 2023 election season. "In October 2024, MISA Zimbabwe held its elective annual general meeting, which, in accordance with its constitution and corporate governance ethos, … Continue reading MISA Zim 2024 Annual Report Records Decrease In Media Violations

Bangladesh nudge ahead despite Muzarabani menace on rain-hit day

Bangladesh nudge ahead despit Bangladesh – 191 and 194-4 in 57 overs (Najmul Hossain Shanto 60*, Mominul Haque 47, Mahmudul Hasan Joy 33; Blessing Muzarabani 3/51, Victor Nyauchi 1/28)Zimbabwe – 273 all out in 80.2 overs (Sean Williams 59, Brian Bennett 57, Nyasha Mayavo 35; Mehidy Hasan Miraz 5/52, Nahid Rana 3/74, Khaled Ahmed 1/30) … Continue reading Bangladesh nudge ahead despite Muzarabani menace on rain-hit day

Journalist Mhlanga further remanded in custody

By Tendai Chisiri Journalist Mh Alpha Media Holdings (AMH) journalist Blessed Mhlanga appeared in court on 22 April 2025 before Magistrate Ruth Moyo for routine remand and was further remanded in custody to 30 April 2025. The state informed the court that it still needed to record one witness statement from the investigating officer, Inspector … Continue reading Journalist Mhlanga further remanded in custody

EUNIC Zimbabwe announces dynamic lineup of 14 artists for ‘Harmonies of Expression’ Festival

By Tendai Chisiri Eveline Gerritsen (Netherlands) EUNIC Zimbabwe is proud to announce the dynamic lineup of artists participating in "Harmonies of Expression," a groundbreaking project that brings together Zimbabwean and European creative practitioners to explore the intersection of art, heart, and science. The project is culminating in a festival on 10 May 2025 at National … Continue reading EUNIC Zimbabwe announces dynamic lineup of 14 artists for ‘Harmonies of Expression’ Festival

Israel’s discriminatory policies against Palestinian Christians during Easter condemned.

By Tendai Chisiri The Palestinian Ambassador to Zimbabwe His Excellency Tamer Almassri The Palestinian Ambassador Tamer Almassri, strongly condemns the Israeli authorities' discriminatory policies against Palestinian Christians during the Easter celebrations. In a press release Amb Almassri said the restrictions imposed on worshippers, the denial of access to churches, and the violence against church leaders … Continue reading Israel’s discriminatory policies against Palestinian Christians during Easter condemned.

Lady Chevrons  embark on historic tour of USA

By Tendai Chisiri Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) is delighted to announce that the Zimbabwe Women’s national team will embark on a historic tour of the United States of America (USA) for a limited-overs series starting this week. The landmark tour – Zimbabwe Women’s first-ever visit to the USA for a bilateral or any other cricket series … Continue reading Lady Chevrons  embark on historic tour of USA

Ervine backs youthful Zimbabwe to put up big fight in Bangladesh

By Tendai Chisiri Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine is backing his youthful side to rise to the challenge and compete strongly against hosts Bangladesh when the first Test gets underway in Sylhet this Sunday (today), despite the squad’s limited experience in subcontinental conditions. Only four members of Zimbabwe’s 15-man squad – Ervine himself, Sean Williams, Wellington … Continue reading Ervine backs youthful Zimbabwe to put up big fight in Bangladesh