Zimbabwe pledges urgent climate action

Staff Writer The government has reaffirmed its commitment to combating the devastating effects of climate change and building a resilient future. Speaking at the Second Climate Change and Development Conference in Zimbabwe, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga said the southern African nation is committed to reducing vulnerability and creating an enabling environment for climate change mainstreaming….

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Zimbabwe’s outdated disaster response laws hamper efforts

Staff Writer Zimbabwe’s outdated disaster management laws are hindering the country’s ability to effectively respond to natural disasters as climate change intensifies, a new report shows. The Department of Civil Protection, tasked with coordinating disaster risk management, operates under the Civil Protection Act of 1989, a piece of legislation that has not been updated to…

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UNDP calls for circular economy approach to waste management in Zimbabwe

Staff Writer The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has called on Zimbabwe to adopt a circular economy approach to waste management to combat climate change and promote sustainable development. Speaking at the Waste to Energy Conference, UNDP country office programme analyst in the department of nature-climate energy unit, Millie Macleod, highlighted the devastating impacts of climate…

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Climate change research key to Zimbabwe’s agricultural future – Chiwenga

Staff Writer Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has called for increased investment in climate change research to bolster the country’s agricultural sector and ensure food security. Speaking at the Inaugural Research for Agricultural Excellence Indaba, Chiwenga emphasised the critical role of scientific research in addressing the challenges posed by climate change and improving agricultural productivity. “I…

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Dairibord invests in solar to reduce carbon footprint

Staff Writer Zimbabwe’s largest dairy producer, Dairibord Holdings, says investments in a solar power plant for its Chipinge factory are at an advanced stage. The development highlights the dairy producer’s significant strides toward renewable energy in a move to combat climate change and reduce its environmental impact. The Zimbabwe Stock Exchange-listed dairy producer’s solar plant…

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