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Sadc PF committees meet to lay foundation for prison oversight model law

Many countries in the region lack clear, enforceable mechanisms for prison oversight, and the existing legal frameworks often fall short of constitutional ideals.

By Moses Magadza Apr. 22, 2025

Sadc PF committees meet to lay foundation for prison oversight model law

AfDB to disburse US$1,4m to Zim

According to an AfDB implementation progress report, US$8,62 million of the loan had been disbursed as of April 4, with the project slated for completion in two months’ time.

By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 17, 2025

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Zim’s fuel the fourth highest in Africa: Frontier Africa Reports

These current prices are also described as a high-cost anomaly in the Southern African Development Community (Sadc).

By Business Reporter Apr. 11, 2025

Zim’s fuel the fourth highest in Africa: Frontier Africa Reports

Sadc parliaments push back against global uncertainty, protectionism

On an optimistic note, he said, “Parliaments can still bring harmony to the discussion table and find solutions which are grounded in peace and stability for citizens.”

By Moses Magadza Apr. 9, 2025

Sadc parliaments push back against global uncertainty, protectionism

Zimbabwe hosts conservation conference

The summit will be held under the theme 25 Years of Co-operation for Sustainable Conservation Through Regional Integration and Development.

By Obert Siamilandu Mar. 28, 2025

Zimbabwe hosts Sadc trade summit

Industry and Commerce minister Mangaliso Ndlovu said the meeting was part of significant efforts aimed at advancing regional trade.

By Nqobizwe Thebe Mar. 21, 2025

EU insists on rule of law to lure investment

Poland is presiding over the EU Council presidency.

By Tinashe Kairiza Mar. 20, 2025

EU insists on rule of law to lure investment

Growing calls for stronger action on gender equality and HIV

Mutsvangwa said poverty, inequality, and harmful societal practices continue to fuel the HIV epidemic among women and girls in southern Africa.

By Moses Magadza Mar. 18, 2025

Growing calls for stronger action on gender equality and HIV

UNAIDS urges urgent action to protect women, girls from HIV amid shrinking resources

The UNAIDS official painted a grim picture of the growing funding crisis facing the HIV response globally, particularly as it threatens the gains made for women and girls.

By Moses Magadza Mar. 18, 2025