Dec 4, 2025
0 Other Politics

The President’s Christmas Miracle: 15,000 Hampers for Harare’s ZANUPF Zone 1 – 72,000 Smiles

Christmas has arrived early in Chitungwiza!

In a powerful gesture of care rooted in the values of the Second Republic, President E.D. Mnangagwa has gifted 15,000 Christmas hampers to families in Harare’s ZANU PF Zone 1 – the delivery carried out with dedication by Cde Dr. Elder Kudakwashe Tagwirei, a committed ZANU PF Central Committee member.

The scale of this festive upliftment is staggering. With Zimbabwe’s average household size at 4.8 people, this Presidential gift has brought joy and food security to over 72,000 citizens. More …

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Dec 3, 2025
0 Development Economics National

NDS2 – From Aspiration to Measurable Transformation.

NDS2 signals a decisive shift from broad aspiration to targeted, results-driven national transformation. It tightens the focus on productivity, infrastructure renewal, and macroeconomic stability while deepening the “leave no one and no place behind” ethos that has defined the Second Republic’s development philosophy. What makes NDS2 significant is its insistence on measurable outcomes – stronger value chains, accelerated industrialisation, modernised public services, and expanded social protection – all anchored in a disciplined implementation framework. If executed with the same momentum seen in recent national projects, NDS2 has the potential to consolidate economic recovery and position Zimbabwe firmly on the path toward Vision 2030.

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Dec 1, 2025
0 Economics National Other Politics

Professor Mugano & Murapata and the Myth of Invisible Dams

It is hardly surprising that Prof. Gift Mugano and the ZFN Friday Drinks panel, led by Tinashe Murapata, have once again stepped forward as self-appointed auditors of national progress. Their commentary has become predictable: whenever Government registers measurable achievements, they instinctively cast doubt before examining the underlying facts. Thus, when Treasury announced funding for dam construction, they immediately reached for a narrative of suspicion.

Their latest attempt to question the 2025 dam allocations collapses under even the most basic scrutiny. More …

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Dec 1, 2025
0 National Other

Emmanuel Matatu Promoted to General, Assumes ZDF Command

President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, as the nation’s Commander-in-Chief, officiated at State House today where he formally conferred the rank of General on Emmanuel Matatu.

The long-serving officer, previously a Lieutenant General, assumes leadership of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces following his promotion under the constitutional and statutory provisions governing military appointments. His advancement and assumption of command became effective on 21 November 2025.

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Nov 28, 2025
0 Development Economics International

Fueling Progress: President Mnangagwa Secures UAE Energy Partnership

His Excellency President E.D Mnangagwa today met the Chief Executive of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, Mr Ahmed Bin Thalith, at State House, in yet another sign of the growing economic partnership between Zimbabwe and the United Arab Emirates. Mr Bin Thalith reaffirmed ADNOC’s interest in expanding its role in Zimbabwe’s fuel supply chain, emphasising the company’s readiness to help stabilise the market and support competitive pricing for retail consumers. He also conveyed appreciation for the strong diplomatic ties between Harare and Abu Dhabi, noting that this political goodwill has created a solid foundation for long-term cooperation.

The meeting reflects Zimbabwe’s broader strategy of deepening engagement with Gulf nations that have become important players in energy, mining, and logistics across the region. For Abu Dhabi, Zimbabwe offers a strategic gateway into Southern Africa, while for Harare, the partnership promises enhanced energy security and access to more competitive global supply networks.

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