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Tackling the scourge of child pregnancies in Zim requires multi-sectoral collaboration

The education sector has a duty to intensify sexuality education appropriate to children’s maturity and empower them to protect their dignity.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Jul. 4, 2024

Tackling the scourge of child pregnancies in Zim requires multi-sectoral collaboration

Harnessing the power of youth and indigenous knowledge: A new frontier in combating natural disasters in southern Africa

This confluence presents a promising avenue for developing resilient and sustainable solutions to combat natural disasters.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Jul. 16, 2024

Harnessing the power of youth and indigenous knowledge: A new frontier in combating natural disasters in southern Africa

Implications of Zim’s deepening humanitarian crisis

Concurrently, the Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare ministry must play a pivotal role in coordinating food distribution efforts and ensuring that aid reaches those most in need.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Jul. 24, 2024

Implications of Zim’s deepening humanitarian crisis

Beyond the balance sheet: The human cost of Zim’s economic struggles

The review lacks detail on how these programmes will be funded and implemented, raising questions about government's ability to address the looming food crisis effectively.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Jul. 30, 2024

Beyond the balance sheet: The human cost of Zim’s economic struggles

Unravelling street vending conundrum and weaving a future of prosperity

On one side are the street vendors, men and women who have turned to informal trading as a means of survival in a country plagued by severe economic challenges.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Aug. 13, 2024

Unravelling street vending conundrum and weaving a future of prosperity

Southern Africa's battle against drought and the quest for sustainable food security

The drought gripping the region is described as the worst in decades, a catastrophic event that has forced nations like Zambia, Malawi and Zimbabwe

By Lawrence Makamanzi Aug. 20, 2024

Southern Africa's battle against drought and the quest for sustainable food security

From promise to plate: Disentangling Zim's complex food distribution dilemma

While these efforts are commendable, they also serve as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted issues that continue to plague Zimbabwe's food security landscape.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Aug. 27, 2024

From promise to plate: Disentangling Zim's complex food distribution dilemma

From ZimStat to the streets: Bridging the gap in economic realities

The report’s headline figures show that Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) monthly inflation rose by 1,4%, a significant increase from the 0,1% drop observed in July.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Sep. 3, 2024

From ZimStat to the streets: Bridging the gap in economic realities

2024/25 rainfall forecast signals challenges, opportunities

The forecast, which covers the period from October 2024 to March 2025, indicates a slow start to the rainy season, with the initial months expected to receive “normal to below normal rainfall”.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Sep. 11, 2024

2024/25 rainfall forecast signals challenges, opportunities

Zim’s energy crisis: A 6,1% GDP drain and the path to economic revival

International financial institutions, such as the World Bank and the African Development Bank, can provide crucial technical assistance and financing for energy projects.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Sep. 17, 2024

Zim’s energy crisis: A 6,1% GDP drain and the path to economic revival

From child brides to protected minors: Zim’s watershed moment in safeguarding youth

The journey to this momentous legal reform is testament to the power of individual advocacy and the resilience of civil society.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Sep. 24, 2024

From child brides to protected minors: Zim’s watershed moment in safeguarding youth

The MIF-Jindal partnership, a path to Zim energy security

Frequent power outages, outdated infrastructure and insufficient energy production have become the norm, exacerbating the nation’s broader economic challenges.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Oct. 8, 2024

The MIF-Jindal partnership, a path to Zim energy security

Zim’s mining revolution: Harnessing mineral wealth for national prosperity

This approach has left the country vulnerable to the whims of global commodity markets and prevented the development of a robust and diversified economy.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Oct. 15, 2024

Zim’s mining revolution: Harnessing mineral wealth for national prosperity

Protecting our children and youths: The case for a national positive parenting strategy in Zim

The incident was captured on video and subsequently went viral on social media.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Oct. 22, 2024

Protecting our children and youths: The case for a national positive parenting strategy in Zim

Unpacking deeper issues: IMF warns Zim’s economic salvation lies beyond ZiG theatrics

In what appears to be a recurring pattern in Zimbabwe’s monetary history, the nation’s sixth currency iteration since 2009 is showing familiar signs of distress.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Oct. 28, 2024

Unpacking deeper issues: IMF warns Zim’s economic salvation lies beyond ZiG theatrics

Blood on the tarmac: Zim’s commuter omnibus crisis and the deadly pursuit of profit

Another kombi accident, another family torn apart, another testament to the mounting crisis on Zimbabwe’s roads.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Nov. 5, 2024

Blood on the tarmac: Zim’s commuter omnibus crisis and the deadly pursuit of profit

Zimbabwe's urban housing quagmire: A call for radical reform

The current crisis reveals a deeply entrenched system of exploitation where vulnerable citizens find themselves caught up in a devastating cycle of desperation, manipulation and loss.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Nov. 12, 2024