Charting a path for global action on land and drought
The largest and most inclusive UN land conference wrapped up in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on…
Charting a path for global action on land and drought
The largest and most inclusive UN land conference wrapped up in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, charting a path for global action following two weeks of intense negotiations on how best to tackle land degradation, desertification and drought, which affects one quarter of the world. The nearly 200 countries gathered at the 16th Conference of…
ZimTrade’s Eagles Nest banks on environmental sustainability, natural heritage
Farai Mabeza Trade development and promotion body, ZimTrade says this year’s edition of the youth export incubation programme, Eagles Nest, centered on environmental sustainability and promoted natural heritage based initiatives. Eagles Nest was launched in 2020 to instill an export culture among youth driven enterprises in the country and offers mentorship, training from industry experts,…
CBZ Agro Yields curtails operations amid drought
Staff Writer CBZ Agro-Yield, the agricultural arm of financial services giant CBZ Holdings, scaled back its operations during the 2023/2024 summer season in response to the El Niño-induced drought which had a significant impact on the agricultural sector. The company opted to reduce the number of hectares under cultivation, prioritizing farmers with irrigation capabilities to…
FEI Provides $US10 million to boost Zimbabwe renewable energy sector
Staff Writer The Facility for Energy Inclusion (FEI) has signed agreements to provide a US$10 million facility to finance Cicada Solar Limited, a leading commercial and industrial player in Zimbabwe. The investment will bolster the country’s renewable energy sector and support Cicada Solar’s growth. The funding, in the form of long-term senior debt, will allow…
“Zambezi River’s hydropower Potential Underutilized”
Staff Writer Minister of Energy and Power Development, Edgar Moyo, says the Zambezi River remains significantly underutilised for hydropower generation despite its immense potential. Speaking at the Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit, Moyo underscored the untapped potential of the river to generate clean, renewable hydropower. The impact of climate change, particularly reduced rainfall, has exacerbated the…
Zimbabwe’s Renewable Energy fund to boost grid mix
Staff Writer Zimbabwe has launched a US$45 million Renewable Energy Fund, aiming to accelerate the country’s transition to renewable energy sources and increase access to electricity in off-grid areas. The SDG Renewable Energy Fund is a result of collaboration between various ministries in government, UN organisations including UNESCO, UNDP, UN Women among others, and the…
Zimbabwe targets climate-proofing for food security
Staff Writer Zimbabwe is prioritising climate-proofing interventions for the 2024/25 season to enhance food security and reduce reliance on imports. Under the Crops, Horticulture, Fisheries and Livestock Summer Plan for 2024/25, the Ministry of Agriculture aims to increase crop production and productivity, promote sustainable agriculture, and strengthen the country’s resilience to climate change. The plan…
Grid Africa to power Zimbabwean Mines, reduce energy imports
Staff Writer Grid Africa, a leading renewable energy solutions provider, has announced a major project to develop 72 megawatts (MW) of power for several mines in Zimbabwe. The initiative is set to transform the energy landscape of the country’s mining sector, saving the participating mines over US$9.2 million annually and significantly decreasing their reliance on…
Zesa ramps up solar investments to offer power cuts
Staff Writer The country’s power utility, Zesa Holdings, says it plans to significantly boost its renewable energy capacity and battery storage infrastructure to address Zimbabwe’s chronic power shortages. Zesa executive chairman Sydney Gata said the utility has identified several sites for solar power deployment and is currently conducting feasibility studies to ensure their bankability. “Zesa…
Caledonia cuts emissions by 14% with solar power
Staff Writer Caledonia Mining Corporation (Caledonia) recorded a 14% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023 compared to the previous year attributed to the installation of a 12.2 megawatts (MW) solar plant at Blanket Mine. The Victoria Falls Stock Exchange-listed miner said the successful installation of a 12.2 MW solar plant, which has reduced its…
