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  Severe Land Degradation Hits Checheche as Heavy Rains and Poor Vegetation Take Toll By Rudo Mupatsi CHECHECHE, CHIPINGE DISTRICT – Vast tracts of land in Checheche, Chipinge District, are rapidly deteriorating due to a combination of heavy rains, recurrent flooding, and poor vegetation cover , raising alarm among environmentalists and local farmers over the long-term impact on livelihoods and food security. In recent years, Checheche — located in the southeastern lowlands of Manicaland Province — has experienced increasingly erratic rainfall patterns. Torrential downpours during the rainy season have caused widespread soil erosion , silting of rivers, and destruction of farmland. The once-fertile soils are being washed away, leaving behind gullies and barren patches that threaten both agriculture and settlement areas. Local farmers say the degradation has worsened due to deforestation and poor land management practices , including overgrazing and uncontrolled cultivation alon...
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  FC Platinum Held to 1–1 Draw by ZPC Kariba By Rudo Mupatsi ZVISHAVANE – FC Platinum were once again forced to share the spoils after playing out a 1–1 draw with ZPC Kariba in an entertaining Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) encounter. Selemani came to the rescue for FC Platinum in the 61st minute, scoring the equaliser that ensured they salvaged a point and avoided defeat. The result mirrors FC Platinum’s campaign so far, marked by an unusual pattern of stalemates. The team has now recorded 16 draws in 30 matches , alongside 10 wins and 4 losses — a record that highlights both their defensive solidity and their struggle to turn close contests into victories. Despite the lack of consistent wins, FC Platinum remains competitive. They currently sit sixth on the PSL table with 46 points from 31 matches , keeping faint hopes alive of closing the gap on the league leaders. Top striker Nickson Nyasulu has been instrumental this season, netting two goals, while Vince...
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UNDP Launches Climate Adaptation Programme with Solar Plant in Hakwata Community    By Rudo Mupatsi In an important move to help the community handle climate change, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) worked with local partners to start a climate adaptation programme in 2022. The programme's biggest success is a solar plant that began operating fully in 2024, providing much-needed energy to 87 households in the community. The solar plant is a game-changer for the local community, powering irrigation boreholes and providing electricity for homes, businesses, and a primary school. In an interview with the Energy Committee Managing Director, Ambition Muziboyi, she stated that, "there are 416 solar panels and 48 batteries. The mini grid has up to 108 connections, 87 households are connected to the grid and 18 businesses, including a school and clinic." Muziboyi went on to say, "This project was started in 2022 and was fully functional in May 2024. Our studen...
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Major Boost for Housing as President Mnangagwa launches Zvishavane Midlands   President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday launched the US$37.7 million Zvishavane Midlands Park Housing Project , a public-private effort to directly tackle Zimbabwe’s housing shortage and drive inclusive national development. This collaboration between the Public Service Commission (PSC) and First Mutual Holdings will provide 144 residential flats and accommodation for 753 students , supporting Zvishavane’s growth as a centre for families and students in the Midlands province. At the event, President Mnangagwa emphasised that the project demonstrates progress and unity, highlighting its direct role in enhancing Zimbabweans’ living standards. He further noted that the project aligns with the government’s National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1) , calling it a “bold choice” toward achieving equitable, people-centred development that “leaves no one and no place behind.” President Mnangagwa also stressed the n...
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