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Govt launches livelihoods survey as hunger threatens

Aid agencies have warned that climate-induced droughts and rising input costs continue to squeeze vulnerable households.

By Silas Nkala 2h ago

Govt launches livelihoods survey as hunger threatens

St George’s rugby festival hailed as success

“This festival is about far more than competition,” Kapfupi said.

By Sports Reporter May. 12, 2026

St George’s rugby festival hailed as success

Harvesting nutrition in a time of climate crisis

Zimbabwe’s battle against hunger is no longer only about the quantity of food on the table.

By Gary Gerald Mtombeni May. 10, 2026

Harvesting nutrition in a time of climate crisis

FAO Intensifies Monitoring of Soil Management Projects in Zim

“Farmer feedback remains important in shaping interventions that are practical, inclusive and responsive to local agricultural conditions,” the organisation noted.

By Kirsty Sibanda May. 8, 2026

FAO Intensifies Monitoring of Soil Management Projects in Zim

Women in farming eye local and export markets at WIFE festival

WIFE founder and director Amanda Munyoro said the festival is deliberately structured to go beyond exhibitions, integrating practical training and market-oriented dialogue.

By Tendai Sauta May. 7, 2026

Women in farming eye local and export markets at WIFE festival

Detectives in US$162k theft storm

According to court papers, on March 22, 2023, US$162 000 was stolen from the NatFoods cash office in Aspindale, Harare.

By Desmond Chingarande May. 6, 2026

Pitfalls of ignoring community voices in food systems

As a result, sustainability is compromised: imported goat breeds often underperform in local conditions, while hybrid vegetable varieties risk contaminating indigenous crops.

By Charles Dhewa May. 6, 2026

Pitfalls of ignoring community voices in food systems

Food is back — but can Zimbabweans afford it?

However, harvesting starting in April this year is expected to provide Stressed (IPC Phase 2) conditions in deficit areas, with Minimal (IPC Phase 1) conditions in surplus areas.

By Lesley Kufandada May. 4, 2026