#PostCabinetBriefing
Mining on areas held by National Parks is banned with immediate effect. Steps are being undertaken to immediately cancel all mining title held in national parks.
Govt has taken note of the current situation in Ukraine and the possibility of our nationals being caught in it. Any Zimbabweans in Ukraine needing Govt intervention are advised to make contact with our Embassy in Berlin on Tel: +49 30 232556760
infor
@zimembassyberlin
.com
#PostCabinetBriefing
All licensed bars can now open to fully vaccinated clients. Bar owners are also required to ensure that Covid19 protocols and guidelines are enforced, failure of which, licences will be withdrawn.
SI 22 has been amended and these are Some of the goods which people can now import into the country;
1-Cooking Oil
2-Fertiliser
3-Finished steel roofing sheets
4-Cement
5-Wheat Flour
6-Body Creams
7-Animal Oils
8-Baked Beans
9- Juice Blends
10- Bottled Water
11- Cereals
His Excellency President Paul Kagame
@PaulKagame
of Rwanda has arrived at the Victoria Falls International Airport ahead of the 6th Transform Africa Summit (TAS) which kicks off today at the Elephant Hills Hotel, Victoria Falls.
TAS is an annual leading African forum bringing…
ZCDC has made a donation which includes meal mealie, sugar, beens, tea leaves, matemba, 40 plastic buckets, matches and candles. A well wisher in Mutare gave 10k litres of Diesel to the relief effort. We thank Zimbweans for coming together in unity of purpose
The University of Zimbabwe (UZ) donated over 2000 blankets and over 2000 towels as well as a consignment of medical provisions all dedicated toTinashe Kutsirai, their student who was killed by
#CycloneIdai
on attachment with the Environment Management Agency(EMA) in Chimanimani.
There maybe be many fake accounts in HE President Mnangagwa’s name but
@edmnangagwa
is the legitimate voice of the President. Nothing goes on there but that which represents his views and positions on issues and that which he has explicitly cleared.
The ZNA has rescued the pupils from St Charles Luwanga and they are now at Skyline. The
first batch of pupils is expected to be in Mutare tomorrow morning
#CycloneIdai
Govt has been made aware of an incident at Harare Showgrounds where a team of 7 officers have been arrested for deploying tear smoke in an occupied bus. They will face charges. The crew of the bus has also been arrested as the bus in question was being driven by a tout.
”In controlling govt expenditure we have for now stopped the purchase of govt vehicles for Ministers and MPs until we have a different vehicle acquisition scheme...”. Zimbabwe Today with
@MthuliNcube
The Army is moving in from Chipinge to rescue 197 pupils from Charles Luwanga so they can take them to Mhandarume. This a very challenging operation as it's being undertaken as a ground effort because of unsafe weather conditions for air efrorts. We will keep the nation updated.
Today is His Excellency, President
@edmnangagwa
's birthday. We wish him abundant wisdom in leading this nation to the realisation of its aspirations. We wish him good health and pray that he keeps his phenomenal temperance and hardwork ethic. We wish him a long life.
This is the official Ministry for Infor, Media & Broadcasting Services Twitter. We will be giving updates & responding to pertinent quiries. Our responses may not be in real-time as we may need to gather info from relevant ministries but we will respond at some point. Thank you
Breaking News: Government is engaging a baker who produces a standard loaf of bread with 100% local ingredients, including wheat which would help the country save on wheat imports.
#BuyZimbabwe
Government learns with sadness of the untimely passing on of Diplomatic Correspondent Ms Judith Makwanya. Judith served her country with distinction and was one of the journalists placed on the sanctions list which became a Roll of Honour for Patriots. May Her Soul Rest in Peace
HE President
@edmnangagwa
will tomorrow,15/02/2021,make an announcement on the way forward as the 2-week Lockdown announced on 29/01/2021 expires.The address will be broadcast live on all national television, radio & social media platforms at a time to be advised in the afternoon
The first batch of new ZUPCO buses is being rolled out today .The buses are set to alleviate transport woes affecting Zimbabweans especially in the urban areas.
Congratulations to the Zimbabwe National Cricket Team for winning its first away test match in 17 years, beating Bangladesh by 151 runs. Congratulations, Makorokoto, Amhlophe. Go Chevrons Go.
Minister of Finance, Hon
@MthuliNcube
would like to inform the public that he doesn’t have a spokesperson outside institutions of govt. Regarding the “Communications Taskforce”, he is yet to operationalise it as he is dealing with requirements of PRAZ & Civil Service Commission
Government has mobilised more than 140 buses to ferry passengers in and around Harare. Commuters from Chitungwiza and Norton will pay $1.50 and $2 per trip, respectively. Commuters from other parts of the city will pay $1 per trip. See timetable below
Both ZANU PF and the Govt are led by one Principal, President
@edmnangagwa
. His position regarding properties which are due to be transferred to the family of the late Cde RG Mugabe is that he will honour the commitments he made. Those properties will be transferred as planned
We have seen allegations of someone being ill-treated in Police custody. Facts are currently being gathered and once information becomes available, it will be released to the public.
Dr Mtukudzi’s funeral is family led. Govt is there to provide resources and other support. Everyone is welcome to the funeral. Normal security protocols have to be observed for the protection of the mourners. Govt asks everyone to cooperate with security for everyone’s safety.
Today
@InfoMinZW
Minister Hon Monica Mutsvangwa, welcomed Ghanaian blogger Berthold Kobby Winkler Ackon, popularly known as Wode Maya, to the country. Wode Maya is on a mission to change the negative narrative on Africa, with Zimbabwe being the 25th African country he is visiting
The ZUPCO Scheme has been so successful that Govt is inundated by Local & Foreign bus operators wanting to participate. Some are offering to supply buses for hire or direct purchase & some to independently run the service.There are close to 2300 offers of buses on these basis
Government has noted concerns from various stakeholders on the claims by PHD Ministries leader, Walter Magaya, that he had found a "cure" for HIV & cancer. Government, through the
@MoHCCZim
, will issue a statement on the matter today.
The generosity of Zimbabweans and their corporate sector is challenging. Stories of people with next to nothing giving their all to help their stricken fellow citizens are moving. It is from such tragedies and the response to same that one can talk of "The Zimbabwean Spirit"
Government has started restructuring 41 State-owned enterprises (SOEs). Thirteen of the SOEs will be privatised, 12 will be listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange. The rest will be departmentalised, partially privatised, commercialised or liquidated
#TSP
#Vision2030
Government welcomes statements by
@StriveMasiyiwa
calling for the removal of sanctions imposed against the country. The country requires all the support it can get to create an environment that is conducive for the revitalisation of the economy
#TSP
#MiddleIncomeEconomy2030
"I have cut short my leave to be in immediate and active consultation with the Acting President in resolving the situation in the Health Sector" President ED Mnangagwa 1/01/2019
Gvt is forging ahead with the Road Network Expansion & Rehabilitation Programme. Below is the Bulawayo-Gwanda-Beitbridge Highway which is being resurfaced & widened. In
#Budget2019
@MthuliNcube
set aside US$910.4m to fund the programme under the theme "A Road is the Economy"
#TSP
His Excellency President Putin has given His Excellency President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa a Presidential Helicopter, which will soon be delivered to Zimbabwe.
#Engagement
Zimbabwe is getting a lot of support from international friends and well wishers. A plane load of relief and provisions from Tanzania is landing this evening. Another cargo plane full of relief supplys procured by the President in Abu Dhabi is landing at 1600 hours tomorrow
GOOD NEWS
We have been informed that checks by engineers have confirmed that both Witchood and Manyera Dam are structurally safe. The earlier cautionary announcement is withdrawn. We thank the agencies for acting on this in a timely manner and avoided unnecessary disruption
Media Reforms taking place in Zimbabwe are based on the belief by the President that the country thrives better when citizens are able to express themselves. Zimbabwe is not reforming because outsiders demand such reforms. Zimbabwe reforms because it’s right for Zimbabweans
President
@edmnangagwa
has announced a level 4 lockdown with immediate effect.
*Intercity movement suspended
*Business to open from 08.00hrs to 15.30hrs, curfew remains 18.30hrs to 06.00hrs
*Commercial transport to remain operational
Full statement attached
The Motlanthe Commission Report will be published in full. This was made clear by His Excellency when he met Zimbabwe’s Ambassadors abroad. He said the hearings were done in public so the report will be shared with the public
“It is never the responsibility of Govt to create jobs for you.The creation of an environment is their responsibility so that you & I prosper & we have that opportunity in Zimbabwe.There is something wrong with a citizen who keeps complaining & shifting blame.”- Prophet Makandiwa
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People start to flock into Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport to welcome the body of Zimbabwe's late founding father former President Robert Gabriel Mugabe who died on 6 September 2019 in Singapore
#RIPMugabe
The Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Honorable Dr Jenfan Muswere, the Chief Director Mr Jonathan Gandari, Directors and the entire Ministry staff would like to congratulate Mr Nick Mangwana
@nickmangwana
on his reappointment as the Permanent…
HE President Mnangagwa has shortened his visit to the UAE to make sure he is involved directly with the national response by way of relief to victims of cyclone IDAI. President has also incorporated in his schedule a plea for assistance for the cyclone victims.
The following goods are no longer subject to SI22 of 2017 restrictions:
1-Margarine
2-Stockfeeds
3-Shoe Polish
4-Sugar
5- Soap
6- Peanut Butter
7- Synthetic Hair products
8- Agrochemicals
9- Wheelbarrows & their parts
10-Mayonnaise
11-Packaging materials
12- Potato Crisps
Congratulations to the Zimbabwe Football and Rugby teams for raising the country's flag higher. The warriors beat DRC 2-1 while the rugby team "The Cheetahs" were crowned Africa's Sevens Champions in Tunisia. Makorokoto. Amhlope
@KirstyCoventry
@zimbabwerugby
@online_zifa
Govt through the
@ReserveBankZIM
is investigating allegations of abuse of newly released bank notes. Cash was collected by banks using their CIT vehicles on Monday. All serial numbers were recorded in the register. The offending banks will be named and severe action taken.
The Zimbabwe senior netball squad, Zimbabwe Gems leave for Uganda tomorrow on Gvt fully funded friendly matches in preparation for the
Netball World Cup that will be held from 12-21 July 2019 at the Echo Arena in Liverpool, England.
Cabinet resolved that all roads in the country be declared a State of Disaster. The Declaration will facilitate the release of resources for the repair and rehabilitation of all roads that require such works. Restorative works will cover all urban, rural and trunk roads.
DR MAGOMBEYI UPDATE:
Police efforts to debrief Dr Magombeyi and advance investigations are not making a headway so far as he prefers not to speak to the Authorities.
The removal of the “Mbende/Jerusarema” Drumbeat which heralded the starting and the ending of News Bulletins on ZBC has divided opinion. Some believe it’s a progressive thing whilst others bemoan the loss of our signature cultural expression. What are your views?
Regarding a circulating video depicting a land dispute on an unidentified farm , Govt seeks more information so as to facilitate an investigation. Govt policy regarding the need for normalcy to obtain on farms still holds. Our economy requires sanity and productivity on all farms
The nation is futher advised that in recognition of the roles played by Cde Robert .G. Mugabe and Dr Joshua M.N.Nkomo , who selflessly dedicated their lives for the Liberation of Zimbabwe, Cabinet approved the erection of statues in Harare. The statue of Cde R.G Mugabe will be…
Government has reduced duty on fuel from $2.30 to $1.15 (petrol) and $2.05 to 90 cents for diesel. This adjustment has been factored into the new fuel prices. Finance Ministry Perm Sec
@GGuvamatanga
talks about this and more on
@ZBCNewsonline
Face the Nation programme tonight.
We wish to advise the Nation that HE, President
@edmnangagwa
will be taking his holiday break from the 1 January 2021 to the 2nd of February 2021. Hon VP Mohadi will be acting President from 1 January to 14 January 2021. Hon VP, Dr CGDN Chiwenga from 15 Jan to February 2021.
The CPU wishes to inform the public that Manyera Dam Wall in Vumba has weakened and all those downstream are advised to evacuate and go to higher places. Please if you have relatives in this area pass on this message at once. In case of emergency dial 111 or 112
#cycloneidai
The Department of Presidential & National Scholarships is calling for suitable applicants to undertake full time Doctoral and Master's Degree programmes in Mauritius. Applicants should be less than 35 years for Master's & hold undergraduate degree with at least Upper Second Class
#PostCabinetBriefing
Schools will re-open on 30 August 2021 for examination classes and on 6 September 2021 for non-examination classes. Intercity and intracity transportation for learners will be allowed during this period.
The programme to mordenise our roads continued in enerst. Surfacing of Mt Darwin Mukumbura Road Project is one such projects as can be seen in this clip
Govt has noted with concern falsehoods coming from some political quarters claiming that Zimbabwe will issue new currency next week. This needs to be dismissed with the contempt it deserves. This has no base in fact or reality. It's unfounded Fake News
Gvt conveys its heartfelt condolences to the Mtukudzi Family on the sad passing on of Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi today at Avenues Clinic. Zimbabwe music is poorer without our music legend. MHDSRIEP.
The police is seeking assistance from the public to identify the suspected terrorist in this picture. Who is he? Where did he obtain the assault weapon he is brazenly brandishing from? He is suspected of shooting some innocent civilians.
President
@edmnangagwa
joins congregants to pray against Cyclone Chalane that is predicted to hit Madagascar, Mozambique and some parts of Manicaland in Zimbabwe.
SCHOOLS OPENING DAY
Schools are due to open on Tuesday 10 September 2019. There has been no change to that plan. Please ignore any messages to the contrary. Boarders are expected to travel to their respective schools on Monday 9 September 2019. Thank You
Today HE President
@edmnangagwa
is launching the
#VisitZimbabwe
campaign. Zimbabwe has a range of tourist activities on offer, including several historical sites, wildlife safaris, and nature & adventure tours.
@ZtaUpdates
#CoronavirusUpdate
A Mutare woman who returned from China on 24 January, presented to her GP on 6 March complaining of shortness of breath. She was referred to Wilkins Hospital for COVID-19 tests but died on the way.Subsequent tests at Wilkins indicated negative for Coronavirus.
#PostCabinetBriefing
Cabinet wishes to inform the public that churches can allow sit-in congregants under the following conditions:
*Only congregants who have received two doses of the vaccine are allowed to attend.
*All
@MoHCCZim
and WHO protocols are adhered to
*All those
Govt wishes to inform the public that security forces will protect their rights to earn a living, right to move freely within the country and all other rights in our constitution. Those rights are not inferior to political ones. Respecting the right of others asserts ours own.
Minister of Foreign Affairs
@MoFA_ZW
statement on the recent conduct and remarks by US Ambassador to Zimbabwe , Brian Nichols, on the occasion of the Anti Santions Day.
Government takes allegations raised in the documentary seriously and has directed relevant organs to institute investigations into the issues raised therein. Any persons found to have engaged in acts of corruption, fraud or any form of crime, will face the full wrath of the law.
"I would like to see people debating the subject of Gukurahundi in newspapers, on television and on other platforms.." President Mnangagwa in his 2019 Independence Interview
Victoria Falls is the first stop for a group of 10 American business executives from across the world who are on a 12-day private tour of Africa. The business people arrived aboard a Roar Africa Emirates Executive Private Jet.
@ZtaUpdates
#ZimBho
#Zimyam
Govt has noted the query raised by
@ChineseZimbabwe
regarding bilateral aid figures captured in the 2020 National Budget Statement. Necessary consultations are underway to establish a common accounting position. We thank the Chinese Govt for their support
@zhaobaogang2011
The suspects in the fatal shooting of a member of the ZNA and the critical injury of another in Chivhu have not been apprehended yet. Security services are conducting a large scale operation to bring them to book. Images circulating on Social Media are not related to the case.