During Harare’s jacaranda blooming season, the streets are filled with a rich floral fragrance. It was this captivating aroma that first caught the attention of Zhao Ke, then a 28-year-old man, as he paused to take it in. Little did he know that this moment would mark the beginning of a nearly three-decade-long connection with Zimbabwe.  Now 56, Zhao, a Chinese entrepreneur from Liaoning Province, arrived in Zimbabwe in 1996 to establish his business. With sharp business acumen and unwavering…

Zimbabwe has received a vital boost in food security with the arrival of 700 tonnes of maize grain donated by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), part of a total consignment of 8,530 tonnes. This is reported by the Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. Zimbabwe Local Government and Public Works Minister Daniel Garwe highlighted that the contribution aligns with the Government’s Food Deficit Mitigation Strategy, which aims to provide relief to the populations. In turn, Zimbabwe Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare Minister…

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Zimbabwe Amon Murwira has arrived in Moscow on a visit to hold talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. At a press conference following the meeting, the Russian Minister said relations between the countries were based on the principles of equality and mutual respect. “We paid special attention to the need to strengthen trade and economic cooperation, agreed to take additional steps to identify promising areas of joint interests, first of all…

Trade between Zimbabwe and Indonesia has grown significantly, rising from US$60 million to US$100 million. This trend is expected to accelerate further, as Indonesia increases its electric vehicle production and looks to Zimbabwe’s lithium reserves as a critical resource. This is reported by The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. Trade between the two nations has expanded beyond tobacco, with Zimbabwe also exporting cotton to Indonesia. Additionally, there is growing collaboration in cement and fertiliser production, with Zimbabwe adopting Indonesian…

A large-scale cataract surgery initiative is set to take place in Zimbabwe, offering free procedures to 600 patients as part of a partnership between Zimbabwe and China. The programme, scheduled from 24 to 28 February at Zimbabwean hospital, aims to improve eye health and restore sight to those affected by cataracts. The medical team consists of 11 Chinese ophthalmologists, as reported by ZBC News, a partner of TV BRICS. The initiative marks the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Zimbabwe…

The Zimbabwean government has finalised nine investment agreements with private firms to expand the nation’s irrigation infrastructure, as reported by DNE Africa, a partner of TV BRICS. This initiative aligns with President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s vision for climate-resilient agriculture, which integrates dam construction, irrigation expansion, hydroelectric power generation, and access to potable water. The approach is designed to mitigate the effects of climate change. Under the new agreements, Zimbabwe plans to increase its irrigated land from 217,000 hectares to 496,000 hectares.…

Gertrude Nyathi walks calmly into Zimbabwe’s Mahusekwa Hospital for antenatal care in Mashonaland, where she is expected to give birth in the next five months.  In a country where medical facilities are obsolete, patients flock to seek medical care at the Chinese-aided hospital, seen by many as a game changer in Marondera district.   “Before this hospital was built, pregnant women had to travel long distances to go to Harare for antenatal services and some even gave birth on the way.…

Zimbabwe and India continue to deepen economic cooperation, with investments from Indian firms in Zimbabwe’s private sector now exceeding US$600 million. This is reported by ZBC News, a partner of TV BRICS. Speaking at the India Republic Day celebrations, India’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Bramha Kumar, highlighted the increasing economic footprint of Indian businesses in Zimbabwe. He noted that Indian private sector investments are not only substantial in value but also play a crucial role in employment creation, directly supporting around…

South African cyclist Meli Ndlovu is preparing for an ambitious journey from Cape Town, South Africa, to Cairo, Egypt, which promises to be the biggest challenge of his career, according to the African Times, a partner of BRICS TV. With over 36 medals to his name, Ndlovu has distinguished himself with notable achievements such as a 1,600-kilometre bike ride from Durban, South Africa, to Gweru, Zimbabwe, completed in just four days. “When I first cycled in Zimbabwe, people didn’t really…

Zimbabwe’s First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa has unveiled a Pangolin Conservation Strategy and an action plan to preserve these endangered animals. This is reported by The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. At the event, which was held in a district in Manicaland province, Mnangagwa emphasised the need for an integrated approach to protecting pangolins, which play an important role in Zimbabwe’s ecosystems. The First Lady also noted the importance of combating poaching and illegal trade in wildlife species. She emphasised…