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By Sirak Gebrehiwot With the 2030 deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) drawing near, Zimbabwe is accelerating its efforts through innovative, human-focused, and environmentally sustainable programmes. A recent high-level…

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UN Commits $50M to Empower Zimbabwean Youth

9 months ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Harare — In a landmark moment for youth development in Zimbabwe, the United Nations has pledged a US$50 million investment into youth empowerment programmes aimed at unlocking…

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“UN–Media Ties: A Blueprint for Accountability & SDG Progress”

10 months ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Harare – In a keynote address this morning, His Excellency Mr Edward Kallon, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, underscored the critical role of Zimbabwe’s media in accelerating…

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UN’s Evolving Strategy in Zimbabwe’s Development landscape

10 months ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Harare – In his keynote address at today’s UN Country Team meeting with editors, UN Resident Coordinator Edward Kallon painted a picture of a transforming relationship between…

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Zim Media Urged to Amplify Marginalized Voices in Development

10 months ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Harare — His Excellency Mr. Edward Kallon, the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Zimbabwe, has called on the country’s media to put marginalized voices at…

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Africa’s Future is Female—and Digital says UN

11 months ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Harare— In a packed hall at the Harare International Conference Center, a powerful message reverberated through the Seventh Intergenerational Retreat of the African Women Leaders Network (AWLN):…

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Zimbabwe Rallies for Women’s Equality and Empowerment

1 year ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka The air in Mutare buzzed with anticipation as dignitaries, activists, and community members gathered to mark International Women’s Day 2025 under the global theme: Equality, Rights, Empowerment.…

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Zim’s SDG Roadmap: UNDP Targets Six Key Transitions for Growth

1 year ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Edward Kallon has outlined six critical transitions that are poised to drive Zimbabwe’s progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by…

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UN Calls for Men and Boys to Lead Change in Fight Against GBV

2 years ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Edward Kallon has urged men and boys to take an active role in challenging patriarchal norms and promoting positive masculinity to help…

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UN Calls for Regional Leadership on Migration in Zimbabwe

2 years ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Mr Edward Kallon on Tuesday emphasized the transformative potential of migration in fostering sustainable development across Africa. Addressing ministers, diplomats, and international…