WATCH LIVE as Gambakwe looks at the bizarre statement by ZEC commissioner, Utolile Silayigwana who has told a local newspaper, the Newsday that Chamisa should move on from the 2023 elections and focus on 2024.
Silayigwana also revealed that a post election review conference in Nyanga recommended that an amendment to the electoral act which will make it mandatory for political parties to be registered.
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Amos Chibaya has appeared in court for public violence, Chibaya has been remanded in custody and will apply for bail today. He was arrested for being at the court hearing of Jameson Timba on 25 June.
Masiyiwa honoured by Havard
Zimbabwean billionaire, Strive Masiyiwa has been honoured by Havard university in the USA with the W.E.B Du Bois Medal for his exceptional work across many fields. Masiyiwa serves on the boards of Melinda Gates foundation, Netflix and the National Geographic society and has previously held roles at Rockerfeller foundation and unilever. Masiyiwas was also awarded the Norman E. Borlang World Food Prize medallion.
Construction of a cement plant to continue at Kemureza dam after the Chinese were granted an EMA certificate.
The certificate expires on 3 September 2026. The certificate specifies that the plant should not pollute the Kemureza dam. Lebanmon is also expected to relocate all affected residence before work can commence on the site. The project was originally opposed by the Zimbabwe National Army commanders for the nearby base and local chiefs. ZANU-PF official Thomas Chidzomba is the acting chairman of Lebanmon.
African stream has been banned for being associated with Russia.
The Kenya based video and online social media platform has been locked out of Google workspace. During a press briefing last month, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said Russia Today secretly operates the channel.
Its YouTube, Instagram, facebook and TikTok channels have been removed.
Bulawayo town clerk Christopher Dube contract has expired
Dube served 2 4 year terms and attempted to extend beyond the legally permitted 8 years. Bulawayo Town Clerk Christopher Dube’s term of office has expired and has vacated his office. Though the Bulawayo City Council in February requested the Local Government Board to extend his contract, no response was received until his contract expired on the 30th of September. BCC is searching for a new Town Clerk. Dube was known for many scandals and squabbles within council.
Forex Inflows rise sharply in Nigeria
Forex inflows into Nigeria stood at USD24 Billion during the first quarter of this year
Nigeria central bank governor, Oleyami Cardoso says this represents over 50% more than usual inflows since 2021.This amount represents a massive 136% above all inflows recorded in the whole of 2023. This follows the liberalisation of foreign exchange laws which has increased transparency and reduced arbitrage opportunities. CBN has set up a committee to facilitate more inflows of diaspora funds. Source – The African Banker.
SEOM meets with SADC Ambassadors in Mozambique
H. E. Dr. Amani Abeid Karume, Head of Mission of the SADC Electoral Observation Mission (SEOM) to the Republic of Mozambique, meets with SADC Ambassadors and High Commissioners accredited to Mozambique.
H. E. Dr. Karume, Former President of Zanzibar and Head of Mission of the SADC Electoral Observation Mission (SEOM) to the Presidential, Legislative and Provincial Elections of the Republic of Mozambique, met with SADC Ambassadors and High Commissioners accredited to Mozambique.
Mnangagwa puts his portrait in SADC ahead of the SADC
The meeting of the Permanent Representatives was preceded by the meeting between the #SADC Executive Secretary and the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and Chairperson of the SADC Standing Committee of Senior Officials, Ambassador Albert R. Chimbindi, accompanied by the #SADC National Contact Point, Mrs Petronella Nyagura, to discuss upcoming strategic regional activities, including the #SADC-US Dialogue Forum and #SADC-EU Ministerial Political Dialogue.
15 year old South Afican serial rapist has been sentenced years.
The boy has been sentenced to 15 years in jail. He was initially not arrested dur to his age and kept being referred to a social worker. The age of responsibility of South Africa has been increased from 12 to 14 and at this stage a child should not get in contact with the justice system.
Chiwenga and wife are building a shopping mall at Silalatshani. Locals are being employed there.
FIFA Officials are in Zimbabwe
FIFA officials David Fani and Santa Rasoamahenina from the FIFA Regional Office for Southern Africa are currently in the country.
Reasons for their visit include strengthening football development.
“The delegation will be in Zimbabwe until the 4th of October 2024, working closely with key stakeholders to advance several important initiatives,” wrote ZIFA.
During their visit, Mr Fani and Mr Rasoamahenina will meet with the ZIFA Normalisation Committee, ZIFA CEO, FIFA Forward Manager, and other senior members of the secretariat. Their discussions will focus on the following key agenda items:
1. ZIFA Village Renovation Project – The team will review project documentation and assist in the preparation of the project application, alongside discussions on title holding to ensure the successful renovation of the ZIFA Village.
2. ZIFA Ordinary Congress Preparations – With the ZIFA Ordinary Congress set for the 18th of October 2024, the delegation will discuss ongoing preparations to ensure a smooth and well- coordinated event.
3. Engagement with Zimbabwe Men’s National Team Representatives – The delegation will also meet with representatives from the Zimbabwe men’s national team to engage in fruitful discussions on football development and the players’ ongoing involvement in national football initiatives.
African sun has reported revenues of 25 million and a loss of 2.17 million
Conclusions
1. Is it ZEC’s mandate to advocate for the registration of political parties?
2. Will the regustration of political parties stop the hijacking of political parties.
