South African scientists were testing a promising HIV vaccine. Then came Trump’s aid cuts
A trial of an earlier, separate vaccine candidate, which was about to be tested on humans in South Africa as well as Kenya and Uganda, is also on ice.
By Reuters
Feb. 18, 2025
USAID staff sent on temporary leave amid fund suspension
The move comes as the agency implements a significant operational shift aimed at enhancing accountability, according to US President Donald Trump's executive order.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Feb. 5, 2025
Reprieve for Chiredzi vulnerable community
The year-long programme, which will be spearheaded by the Mwenezi Development Training Centre (MDTC), aims to enhance access to water, sanitation and hygiene services.
By Takudzwa Munemo
Oct. 11, 2024
Project brings relief to drought-stricken Chiredzi
The perennial dry spells impact negatively on crop yields and this year's El Nino-induced drought has left villagers in the hunger-stricken region on the edge.
By Vanessa Gonye
Sep. 23, 2024
Rural farmers defy drought odds
Under the project, farmers were trained how to undertake income-generating projects.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Jul. 5, 2024
Ecotourism business plan to change lives of communities
Chiredzi provincial tourism officer Roman Matura said there was need to ensure tourism improves the livelihoods of communities.
By Lorraine Muromo
Jul. 4, 2024
USAid food assistance targets 25K people in Bikita
The United Nations has also sent a flash appeal for a further US$429 million in food aid.
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 5, 2024
Food insecurity fears mount
The Zimdollar is currently trading at US$11:ZWL$21 000 in supermarkets and 1:32 000 on the parallel market.
By Priviledge Gumbodete
Apr. 1, 2024
230 000 citizens to receive food assistance during lean season
WFP is targeting to assist 265 000 people during the period.
By Gracious Daniel and Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa
Jan. 19, 2024
