Angel of Hope beneficiary pays tribute to First Lady PURPOSE Ignatius Wadawareva, a beneficiary of the Angel of Hope Foundation who is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Jurisprudence and Politics, has expressed gratitude to @ZimFirstLady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa for giving him an opportunity to transform his life through education. Wadawareva conveyed his appreciation during an interaction between President Dr @edmnangagwa and Zimbabwean students in Moscow, acknowledging the support he received through the foundation. @angelofhope_zim

President engages Zimbabwean students in Russia HE President Dr @edmnangagwa has interacted with Zimbabwean students studying in Russia, providing an opportunity for direct engagement during his visit to the country.

Parirenyatwa graduates new cohort of specialised nurses PARIRENYATWA Group of Hospitals has graduated a new cohort of specialised healthcare professionals, strengthening Zimbabwe’s nursing workforce as the country confronts emerging diseases and a growing burden of non communicable conditions. Health and Child Care Secretary Dr Aspect Maunganidze presided over the 2026 Nurses’ Graduation and Prize Giving Ceremony, which saw 75 General Nurses, 29 Community Nurses, 25 Midwives, 24 Nursing Administrators and 20 Ophthalmic Nurses graduate. The cohort also included 13 Oncology Nurses, 12 Intensive Care Nurses, 11 Nurse Anaesthetists, nine Operating Theatre Technique Specialists and nine Renal Nurses. Dr Maunganidze said the health sector was facing increasingly complex demands from cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases alongside persistent threats such as cholera, typhoid and mpox. He said these challenges, coupled with rapid technological advancement and rising public expectations, required skilled, adaptable and compassionate nurses. While technology was increasingly important in patient monitoring and clinical decision making, Dr Maunganidze stressed that it could not substitute the human touch nurses provide through reassurance, recognising patients’ fears and safeguarding their dignity. Government, he said, regards nursing as a critical pillar of the national health system, with a strong healthcare delivery system essential to achieving President Mnangagwa’s Vision 2030 target of an Upper Middle Income Society.

Zimbabwe, Russia seal new cooperation agreement Zimbabwe and Russia have signed a new cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening institutional ties and advancing practical collaboration between the two countries. The agreement was signed by Mr Petr Mikhailovich Fradkov, Board of Trustees Chairman of the Autonomous Non Profit Organisation for the Development of International Cooperation, and Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon Murwira. President Dr @edmnangagwa witnessed the signing, which took place on the margins of the Third Russia Africa Summit. The agreement adds fresh impetus to bilateral cooperation between Harare and Moscow, with emphasis on stronger institutional engagement and practical collaboration. #RussiaAfricaSummit

Zimbabwean delegation draws resilience lessons from China’s Great Wall The Great Wall of China offered powerful lessons in resilience and nation building to media leaders from 13 countries attending the two week Seminar for Heads of Journalists Organizations and Gen Z Media Youth Leaders from Belt and Road Countries. Among the delegates is Varakashi4ED National Vice Chairman Cde Mairosi Watungwa, who joined fellow participants on a visit to the historic landmark. Stretching 21 196 kilometres and built over more than two millennia, the Great Wall stands as an enduring symbol of sacrifice, engineering ingenuity and perseverance. It is also a major tourism attraction, drawing tens of millions of visitors annually. Cde Watungwa said the monument carried profound lessons for Zimbabwe, whose liberation struggle was similarly anchored in sacrifice and determination. “The Great Wall tells you something profound about China. A nation that could summon the discipline and collective will to build such an extraordinary monument over generations was never going to surrender its destiny to adversity. As Zimbabweans, that story speaks directly to us because our freedom was also born out of sacrifice, endurance and an unbreakable determination to triumph against overwhelming odds,” said Cde Watungwa. Zimbabwe’s liberation ties with China run deep. President Dr @edmnangagwa led the first group of five ZANU recruits to China on September 22, 1963, for six months of military science training at the Nanjing Army Command College in Jiangsu and remains the sole survivor of that group. Other liberation figures associated with military training in China included Cde Herbert Chitepo, Cde Robert Gabriel Mugabe, General Josiah Magama Tongogara and General Solomon Mujuru. The same spirit of resilience continues to underpin Zimbabwe’s development trajectory under the Second Republic led by President Mnangagwa. The economy has expanded from US$16 billion in 2017 to US$66 billion in 2026, with the country pursuing Upper Middle Income status by 2030. #LongLiveChinaZimRelations

Zimbabwe-UK relations register historic milestone Relations between Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom have registered a major milestone after Speaker of Parliament Advocate Jacob Mudenda made a historic visit to London at the invitation of his British counterpart, Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle. During the visit, Advocate Mudenda became the first Zimbabwean Speaker to be formally acknowledged in the House of Commons during a live Prime Minister’s Questions session. The visit also gave fresh impetus to Zimbabwe’s bid to rejoin the Commonwealth, with Speaker Hoyle expressing legislative support for the country’s readmission and undertaking to engage the UK Executive to help expedite the process. The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association has proposed observer status for Zimbabwe’s Parliament as a possible short term pathway towards full membership, with a phased approach now under consideration. Advocate Mudenda and Speaker Hoyle also discussed strengthening trade and investment between the two countries, agreeing that current levels remain below their potential. The parliamentary engagement is set to continue, with Speaker Hoyle accepting an invitation to make a reciprocal visit to Zimbabwe. #Engagement_Reengagement

China pushes wider AI access for developing countries CHINA has called for wider access to artificial intelligence (AI) technology in developing countries, arguing that open source models can lower costs and technological barriers while helping nations build their own digital capabilities. In a post on its X account, the Chinese Embassy in Zimbabwe said China was pursuing a people centred approach to AI development, with practical applications and open source technology positioned as tools for shared economic growth. China has released more than 1 500 AI models, while cumulative downloads of its open source models have exceeded 10 billion, according to the embassy. Chinese models such as DeepSeek and Kimi have been adopted by developers in more than 140 countries. The embassy said locally deployable open source systems could also help countries safeguard data sovereignty and security. “AI should be a public tool for shared growth, not a technological barrier,” the embassy said. China’s AI industry output has surpassed US$160 billion, with more than 30 percent of the country’s large manufacturers using the technology to boost productivity. AI is also being deployed across agriculture and healthcare to improve efficiency and production quality. Citing the 2026 Stanford AI Index Report, the embassy said leading Chinese models had reached world class performance and narrowed the capability gap with international competitors, while open source alternatives were offering comparable performance at significantly lower costs. In Africa, attention is also turning to AI as part of efforts to confront climate related risks. The embassy highlighted MAZU, an AI powered early warning system supporting the United Nations’ Early Warnings for All initiative, which can issue tiered warnings for extreme weather events up to 24 hours in advance. The system is designed to help communities prepare for droughts, floods and other climate shocks. China also plans to provide 5 000 AI training places for developing countries over the next five years and establish joint AI cooperation centres to share expertise and strengthen local technical capacity. For Zimbabwe, greater access to affordable AI technology and training could open opportunities in agriculture, healthcare and manufacturing, although turning that potential into tangible gains will depend on digital infrastructure, technical skills and responsible deployment. #ArtificialIntelligence @ChineseZimbabwe @China_Amb_Zim

ZANU-PF recruits over 63 000 new members this year ZANU-PF has recruited more than 63 000 new members this year, pushing cumulative recruitment under its Kumusha/Home/Ekhaya Recruitment Programme to over 295 000 since the initiative was launched in 2021. According to the party’s Central Committee Report, the recruitment drive has gained traction in traditional opposition strongholds, with more than 300 volunteer coordinators deployed across 100 urban and peri urban constituencies covering 743 wards. The volunteer coordinators are mainly former opposition MPs, councillors and senior officials who are spearheading the mobilisation exercise. “Since the last Conference, the programme registered over 63 000 new members, bringing cumulative recruitment since its 2021 launch to more than 295 000,” reads the report. The programme has attracted 55 former MPs, 16 former mayors and council chairpersons and more than 100 former councillors. ZANU-PF Political Commissar Cde Munyaradzi Machacha said ideological training was also being used to integrate new members into existing party structures, with 730 members receiving training alongside local structures during the year. Others underwent brief orientation before assimilation. Cde Machacha said the approach had strengthened relations between returning members and existing structures while reinforcing party organisation in traditional opposition strongholds. The Commissariat Department, working with the National Security Department, has also completed the vetting of party affiliates. Of the 252 applications received, 80 were recommended for approval. Cde Machacha said recommendations were being determined through a new formula based on each affiliate’s contribution towards party growth, as confirmed by the respective provinces. The Commissariat Department will continue consolidating grassroots structures, completing the membership database and intensifying mobilisation while maintaining unity, discipline and responsiveness within the party. @ZANUPF_Official

President engages key Russian institutions in Moscow HE President Dr @edmnangagwa has held high level engagements with the leadership of PSB Bank and Rossotrudnichestvo on the sidelines of the Third Russia Africa Summit in Moscow, as Zimbabwe seeks to deepen its cooperation with the Russian Federation. The President is accompanied by Minister of Economic Development and Investment Promotion Dr Kudakwashe Tagwirei and Foreign Affairs Minister Professor Amon Murwira, among other senior Government officials. The engagements focused on strengthening practical partnerships in trade, investment and strategic financing, while expanding cooperation into human capital development and other social sectors. Discussions with PSB Bank centred on opportunities in trade finance, credit lines and banking projects aimed at supporting growing economic cooperation between Zimbabwe and Russia. “Zimbabwe remains open for business. We are deepening practical partnerships in trade, investment and strategic financing, while translating our political goodwill into tangible projects that will benefit the people and economies of both our nations,” said President Mnangagwa. To accelerate implementation of the proposed areas of cooperation, President Mnangagwa proposed a joint technical working group involving PSB Bank, the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion and the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe. The engagements come as Zimbabwe records economic growth of 8.3 percent, driven significantly by the strong performance of the agricultural sector. Zimbabwe is also following BRICS discussions on the interlinking of national payment systems as the frameworks continue to develop. Cooperation with Russia extends beyond economics, with more than 1,000 Zimbabwean students benefiting from scholarships at Russian universities in fields including natural sciences, technology, medicine and nuclear science. President Mnangagwa also welcomed institutional dialogue between the respective Human Rights Commissions as part of efforts to broaden bilateral cooperation between Zimbabwe and Russia. The engagements highlight efforts by the two countries to translate political goodwill into practical cooperation capable of delivering economic opportunities, skills development and tangible benefits for their people. #ZimbabweIsOpenForBusiness #RussiaAfricaSummit

Govt warns of thunderstorms, hail and flash floods across 7 Provinces GOVERNMENT has warned of thunderstorms, possible hail, lightning and localised flash floods across seven provinces from this afternoon, with communities urged to take precautions to protect lives and property. The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) and Department of Civil Protection said the unsettled weather will initially affect Matabeleland North, Matabeleland South, Bulawayo Metropolitan, Midlands, Masvingo and southern Manicaland. The storms are expected to move northwards tomorrow, bringing thunderstorms and possible heavy downpours to Harare Metropolitan, northern Manicaland and all Mashonaland provinces through Thursday, October 29. Although the advisory is classified as Warning Level Zero, authorities warned that lightning, strong winds and flash flooding remain possible, particularly in low lying areas, rivers and urban centres. Residents have been advised to remain indoors during thunderstorms, avoid crossing flooded roads, rivers and streams, and move to higher ground where flooding threatens homes. Parents should also keep children away from rivers and drainage channels, while unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall should be avoided. Government said weather updates will continue to be issued as the system develops.

Govt warns of thunderstorms, hail and flash floods across 7 Provinces GOVERNMENT has warned of thunderstorms, possible hail, lightning and localised flash floods across seven provinces from this afternoon, with communities urged to take precautions to protect lives and property. The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) and Department of Civil Protection said the unsettled weather will initially affect Matabeleland North, Matabeleland South, Bulawayo Metropolitan, Midlands, Masvingo and southern Manicaland. The storms are expected to move northwards tomorrow, bringing thunderstorms and possible heavy downpours to Harare Metropolitan, northern Manicaland and all Mashonaland provinces through Thursday, October 29. Although the advisory is classified as Warning Level Zero, authorities warned that lightning, strong winds and flash flooding remain possible, particularly in low lying areas, rivers and urban centres. Residents have been advised to remain indoors during thunderstorms, avoid crossing flooded roads, rivers and streams, and move to higher ground where flooding threatens homes. Parents should also keep children away from rivers and drainage channels, while unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall should be avoided. Government said weather updates will continue to be issued as the system develops.

First Lady challenges youth to write Zimbabwe’s story THE @ZimFirstLady, Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, has urged young Zimbabweans to embrace writing and documentation to preserve the country’s cultural heritage, indigenous knowledge and national identity for future generations. She made the call in a speech delivered on her behalf by Primary and Secondary Education Minister Professor Torerai Moyo at the launch of Zvamuri Ndaimbova, Zvandiri, Muchazova, a book by young author Josiah Muchada, at the Heritage Village in Harare last Saturday. The First Lady said writing allowed knowledge, ideas and experiences to transcend generations. “Through writing, we are able to create a conversation between the present and the future,” she said. The First Lady encouraged young people to document experiences from their families, schools and communities, while stressing that books remained important despite advances in digital technology. She said traditional and modern platforms should complement each other in preserving knowledge, particularly indigenous languages, which carried Zimbabwe’s identity and generational wisdom. She also challenged publishers and the literary sector to nurture emerging writers, saying literature could be used to confront social challenges including drug and substance abuse, teenage pregnancies, child abuse, gender based violence, toxic relationships and school dropout. The First Lady said parents, teachers and communities had a collective responsibility to guide and protect young people. She also called for a stronger culture of documentation as Zimbabwe pursues Vision 2030, arguing that the country’s development story should capture the experiences of ordinary citizens alongside official records and statistics. She congratulated Muchada for writing Zvamuri Ndaimbova, Zvandiri, Muchazova while pursuing his Advanced Level studies at Eagleruse College in Glen Norah, Harare. She said his achievement demonstrated that age should not prevent young people from contributing meaningfully to national discourse. “Do not assume that your age prevents you from contributing to the national conversation,” the First Lady said. Muchada said he was inspired to write after witnessing young people struggle with drug and substance abuse, peer pressure, teenage pregnancies and school dropout. Without money or a position of authority from which to influence his peers, he turned to writing as a means of encouraging them to make responsible choices. “I had no money to give and no position of authority to influence others. But I had a pen, ideas and a desire to make a difference,” Muchada said. He spent nearly eight months writing and rewriting the book while balancing his Advanced Level studies. Muchada said the experience reinforced his belief that young people did not have to wait until they were older or established before pursuing their ambitions. The book has been translated into English and isiNdebele, with plans for translation into other indigenous languages. It was nominated for the 2025 National Arts Merit Awards in the First Published Work category and has featured on ZBC Radio Zimbabwe’s weekly book reading programme.

How will President’s Moscow mission benefit Zimbabwe, COMESA? PRESIDENT Dr @edmnangagwa 's participation at the Third Russia Africa Summit carries a dual economic mandate, advancing Zimbabwe’s interests while championing the wider aspirations of COMESA. As Zimbabwe’s President and COMESA chairperson, President Mnangagwa brings to Moscow an economic diplomacy anchored on practical results. His call for “tangible benefits” highlights a determination to translate international engagement into trade, investment, technology and jobs. This makes President Mnangagwa well placed to articulate COMESA’s interests at a gathering where economic cooperation is high on the agenda. His leadership provides an opportunity to position both Zimbabwe and the regional bloc for stronger partnerships with Russia. For Zimbabwe, prospects lie in energy, food security, digital transformation and technology, sectors with potential to support industrialisation and economic diversification. The wider COMESA region could similarly benefit from increased investment, technology transfers, industrial cooperation and access to new markets. With trade between Russia and Africa offering considerable room for expansion, the summit presents an opportunity to move economic relations beyond commodities towards manufacturing, processing and value added production. President Mnangagwa’s programme also includes engagements with Russian businesspeople interested in trade and investment opportunities in Zimbabwe, bringing the private sector into a diplomatic mission focused on concrete economic outcomes. His expected bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin add another dimension to efforts to deepen political and economic relations between Harare and Moscow. President Mnangagwa’s philosophy that Zimbabwe should be “a friend to all and an enemy to none” provides the diplomatic foundation for this engagement, allowing the country to broaden international partnerships while pursuing its economic interests. His COMESA chairmanship extends that philosophy beyond Zimbabwe. It places him in a position to articulate regional priorities and pursue partnerships capable of advancing trade, investment, technology and industrial development across the bloc. For Zimbabwe and COMESA, President Mnangagwa’s Moscow mission is therefore about turning diplomatic opportunity into economic value. The anticipated dividend is straightforward: wider markets, fresh investment, stronger industrial partnerships, greater access to technology and new opportunities for economic growth.

President’s ‘Nyika inovakwa nevene vayo’ mantra gains traction in Russia PRESIDENT Dr @edmnangagwa's development mantra, “Nyika inovakwa nevene vayo/Ilizwe liyakhiwa ngabanikazi balo”, has found resonance in Russia, where a senior official has urged African countries to harness domestic capabilities, pursue technological independence and forge strategic partnerships to withstand sanctions. The convergence emerged during an engagement between participants at the Russia-Africa Media Forum and deputy chief of the executive office of the President of the Russian Federation, Mr Maxim Oreshkin. Responding to a question on how African countries such as Zimbabwe could navigate sanctions, Mr Oreshkin said external restrictions should be treated as a challenge requiring strategic adaptation rather than an insurmountable barrier to development. “Sanctions do not impede you if you believe in yourself and believe in moving forward. Looking at Russia today, those who declared sanctions have also suffered losses, including disrupted markets and higher energy costs,” he said. Russia responded to mounting economic pressure by strengthening local production, developing domestic solutions and diversifying its trading relationships. “Sanctions are not a problem; they are a challenge. They can make a country more resilient,” Mr Oreshkin said. Following the escalation of Western sanctions in February 2022, Russia intensified import substitution, expanded efforts to develop domestic technological capacity and redirected significant energy trade towards Asian markets. While the measures helped the country adjust to changing commercial relationships, dependence on imported technology remains a challenge. “Sanctions made us pursue technological independence. They have pushed us to strengthen our economy through our own solutions,” Mr Oreshkin said. His remarks dovetail with President Mnangagwa’s “Nyika inovakwa nevene vayo/Ilizwe liyakhiwa ngabanikazi balo” philosophy, which places Zimbabweans and domestic resources at the centre of national development. The approach encourages greater local participation in agriculture, mining, infrastructure and industrialisation while promoting value addition, beneficiation and increased domestic production. Zimbabwe has continued to call for the removal of Western sanctions while pursuing economic transformation anchored on greater utilisation of its own resources and productive capabilities. Russia’s experience, however, also demonstrates the importance of complementing domestic capacity with access to technology, markets, investment and strategic international partnerships. Mr Oreshkin identified agriculture, food security and energy as areas where Russia could deepen cooperation with African countries. “We want to promote sovereignty and technology,” he said. He said such cooperation should be driven by the joint implementation of projects between African and Russian companies rather than an expectation that Moscow would simply provide funding. “What we are looking at is the joint implementation of projects. We mean joint work, so it is important not simply to count on money from Russia. Local companies have to look for partners,” Mr Oreshkin said. For Zimbabwe, the message reinforces the thrust of President Mnangagwa’s development philosophy that international cooperation should complement domestic initiative, with foreign partnerships bringing technology, expertise, investment and market opportunities. @RuEmbZimbabwe

President thanks SADC for support against sanctions PRESIDENT Dr @edmnangagwa has thanked SADC member states and other international partners for their continued support in calling for the removal of sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by some Western countries since December 2001. In his address marking the 2026 SADC Anti-Sanctions Day, President Mnangagwa expressed appreciation for what he described as unwavering solidarity with Zimbabwe, saying the restrictions continued to undermine the country’s economic development. He said the measures were restricting access to international finance and investment while constraining Zimbabwe’s full participation in global trade. “These measures have no place in a progressive world and continue to impede the country’s economic development, undermine access to international finance and investment, as well as our full participation in global trade,” President Mnangagwa said. He renewed calls for the immediate and unconditional removal of what he described as “heinous and unjustified illegal unilateral sanctions”, saying their effects reached beyond Zimbabwe. “Sanctions not only punish our country, but the entire SADC family and infringe Zimbabwe’s role in advancing an integrated Africa. “On behalf of the Government and people of Zimbabwe and on my own behalf, I wish to express appreciation to SADC member states and allies in the progressive world, for their unwavering support in calling for the removal of unilateral and unjustified sanctions imposed on our country by some Western countries,” President Mnangagwa said. SADC Anti-Sanctions Day was established at the regional bloc’s 39th Summit of Heads of State and Government held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, in August 2019. The initiative provides SADC member states with a collective platform to oppose the sanctions and campaign for their removal, with the regional bloc maintaining that their impact extends beyond Zimbabwe to the wider Southern African region. Zimbabwe has been subject to sanctions imposed by the United States and other Western countries for more than two decades, although the measures have evolved over the years. In March 2024, the United States terminated its Zimbabwe specific sanctions programme but imposed targeted measures against selected individuals and entities under a separate legal framework. President Mnangagwa said the solidarity extended by SADC and other international partners reflected a shared commitment to sovereign equality, non interference in the internal affairs of other countries and the right of nations to determine their own development paths. This year’s commemorations are being held under the theme, “Leveraging Regional Integration and Global Partnerships for Economic Transformation Beyond Illegal Sanctions”. President Mnangagwa said the theme was closely linked to Zimbabwe’s development aspirations and its pursuit of wider diplomatic and economic engagement. “The theme for this year’s commemorations, ‘Leveraging Regional Integration and Global Partnerships for Economic Transformation Beyond Illegal Sanctions’, is pertinent to our national development aspirations. “Guided by the philosophy that ‘Zimbabwe is a friend to all and an enemy to none’, we are strengthening diplomatic relations, broadening international engagement and pursuing economic transformation through a responsive national development agenda,” he said. SADC has maintained its support for Zimbabwe’s position and, in its 2026 Anti-Sanctions Day statement, renewed calls for the complete and unconditional removal of the restrictions while encouraging dialogue with the countries that imposed them. President Mnangagwa said continued regional solidarity and international cooperation remained critical as Zimbabwe pursues its economic development objectives and seeks greater participation in the global economy. #SanctionsMustGo

President, Putin set for high level bilateral talks PRESIDENT Dr @edmnangagwa is set to hold high level bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, with trade, investment and wider economic cooperation expected to dominate discussions. The meeting will take place on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Summit, which is running concurrently with the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum. Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon Murwira said the talks would seek to deepen cooperation between Zimbabwe and Russia across various sectors, particularly trade and investment. “His Excellency will transition into a bilateral meeting with His Excellency Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, to further discuss our cooperation in all spheres, particularly in trade and investment,” Prof Murwira said. President Mnangagwa is attending the summit barely a week after assuming the chairmanship of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa, COMESA. The 21 member regional bloc has about 650 million people and a combined gross domestic product estimated at between US$1.13 trillion and US$1.23 trillion. Prof Murwira said President Mnangagwa would use the summit to advance Zimbabwe’s national interests while also representing the wider economic interests of the regional bloc. “So, His Excellency is going to, first of all, be involved in this meeting as the Chairperson of COMESA, which means the President is representing half of the population of Africa, almost 700 million people, to talk about trade,” he said. Beyond the bilateral talks, President Mnangagwa is expected to meet members of the Russian business community as Zimbabwe steps up its economic diplomacy and investment mobilisation drive. “Throughout his visit, His Excellency is also going to interact with businesspeople from the Russian Federation as part of our economic cooperation agenda and our economic diplomacy drive,” Prof Murwira said. Zimbabwe and Russia have already taken steps to strengthen commercial ties through a Memorandum of Understanding between ZimTrade and Russia’s Roscongress. The agreement provides a platform for interaction between Zimbabwean and Russian businesses and is designed to facilitate increased trade between the two countries. President Mnangagwa is also scheduled to meet Zimbabweans based in Russia, including at least 60 students studying there under educational and scientific cooperation programmes. “On Tuesday evening, His Excellency is going to have a meeting with at least 60 students who are studying here in the Russian Federation through our educational and scientific cooperation programme,” Prof Murwira said. Tomorrow, President Mnangagwa is expected to attend the Third Russia-Africa Summit, which will be co chaired by President Putin and African Union Chairman Évariste Ndayishimiye, who is also President of Burundi. The summit seeks to strengthen cooperation between Russia and African countries in politics, security, economic relations, science and technology, culture and humanitarian affairs.

New Vic Falls hub opens tourism investment frontier The Mosi oa Tunya Development Company Private Limited has commissioned its new offices in Victoria Falls, strengthening Government’s drive to accelerate tourism investment and infrastructure development in the resort city. Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Hon @BarbaraRwodzi officiated at the commissioning, describing it as another step towards advancing a development vision first conceived in 2012 to unlock Victoria Falls’ tourism potential. Hon Rwodzi thanked President Dr @edmnangagwa for enabling the company to establish its first offices since its formation in 2012. She also highlighted progress recorded over the past two years, including a partnership with the J.R. Goddard Consortium. The milestone comes ahead of planned development at the 271 hectare Masuwe Special Economic Zone, where a US$66.9 million public private partnership with Victoria Seven Investments is expected to deliver water, sewer, electricity and telecommunications infrastructure. Masuwe is earmarked for hotels, lodges, villas, holiday homes, a golf estate, commercial and financial precincts, medical tourism hospitals and a Gastronomy and Culinary Arts school being pursued in partnership with UN Tourism. The near complete Mosi oa Tunya Cricket Oval, being developed by Zimbabwe Cricket, is expected to further broaden opportunities for sports tourism and investment. Collectively, the projects are intended to diversify Victoria Falls’ tourism offering, attract investment, generate employment and create opportunities for businesses while supporting President Mnangagwa’s Vision 2030 and National Development Strategy 2. #Vision2030 #NDS2

COMESA Chairperson, President Dr @edmnangagwa emphasised a shared commitment to transforming regional aspirations into meaningful outcomes. Through deeper cooperation, collective action and sustained integration, COMESA can turn common purpose into shared prosperity and lasting progress for its people. #COMESA2026