Smallholder farmers in Chiredzi district are cashing in big with green mealies, a product which is being produced at a relatively low cost and in rotation with chilli and sugar bean. The fresh cobs produced by smallholder irrigation farmers at Ruware, Nyangambe and Tokwane-Ngundu irrigation schemes have attracted buyers from as far as Bulawayo and […]
“SIRP, critical for rural development and transformation”
The Smallholder Irrigation Revitalisation Programme (SIRP) has seen the successful revitalisation of several irrigation schemes in Masvingo province, a development that is likely to spur a positive turnaround in rural agriculture in the province.
MDTC awarded US $600K for resilience projects
Mwenezi Development Training Centre (MDTC) has been awarded US $600 000 by the United States Agency for International Development, through its Humanitarian Assistance and Resilience (HAR) office, to support vulnerable rural communities in Chiredzi district, Masvingo from August 2022 to July 2023.
Dengeni Cave, a recreational travel allurement
Rock paintings have been instrumental in understanding the rich history of Zimbabwe’s pre-literate societies. Such paintings which still exist at different heritage sites found across the country also help one to connect with Zimbabwe’s historical past.
Chiredzi town council purchases TLB, refuse compactor
Chiredzi Town Council has procured a tractor-loader backhoe (TLB) worth US$ 115 000 and a refuse compactor at a total cost of ZWL 16 million. The TLB was purchased with funds generated through rates paid by residents and other stakeholders as well as sale of Melbourne Park stands, and the refuse compactor was purchased with devolution funds.
Matobo Hills conquers world tourism
MANA Pools National Park is an animal conservancy with a difference due to its uniqueness within the travelling and touring industry.
Travelling & Touring: Gandavaroyi Falls: Tourism’s hanging fruit
A ROSE by any other name will always remain smelling sweet, so goes an old adage. The expression somehow boggles Yours Truly’s mind, especially on use and applications of eponyms as this week we explore Gandavaroyi Falls in Gokwe North, Midlands province.
Matsai Development Trust in Rural Infrastructure Development Drive
Driven by the ethos of social responsibility, and the need to contribute towards positive societal transformation, Bikita-bred Mr Chiremba and his colleagues in 2020 teamed up to form a not-for-profit and apolitical organisation named MatsaiDevelopment Trust (MDT).
The Save Valley Conservancy, perfect destination for a silent retreat
Travelling (especially) into quiet and secluded areas for a silent retreat is essential for one’s mental health. It is good for what Robin Sharma in his book “The 5am Club” calls the four interior empires – the mindset (psychology), healthset (physicality), heartset (emotionality) and soulset (spirituality) – which he said are critical for exponential growth and unparalleled performance.
Tourism Matrix: The mystery of Gandavaroyi Falls
Zimbabwe’s large rivers are often characterized by alluring geomorphic features and the Sanyati river is no exception. It is on the Sanyati river in the northern end of Gokwe district where the iconic Gandavaroyi falls are situated. The falls form the biggest drop on the river, with its massive crater which is surrounded by steep cliffs giving a picturesque scenery.