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23/04/2025

05/03/2025

*The Wasu Post*

*EST 2019 - THE REAL NEWS FROM THE EAST*

**Youth Urged to Rethink Daily Habits to Combat Climate Change**

*By Fanuel Chinowaita*

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*Mutare, Zimbabwe – March 3, 2025* – Tafadzwa Macheka, a representative from the Youth Empowerment and Transformation Trust (YETT), delivered a compelling presentation at the recently concluded *Climate Justice and Just Transition Training* in Mutare, challenging youth to rethink their daily habits to combat climate change.

The two-day workshop, held on February 28 and March 1, 2025, was organized by the Manica Youth Assembly in collaboration with YETT and brought together young leaders from rural and urban areas to discuss sustainable practices and climate action.

Macheka’s presentation, titled *Climate Change Youth Contributions: A Reflection*, focused on the often-overlooked environmental impact of everyday activities such as food consumption, fashion choices, and hairstyling.

He emphasized that small changes in personal habits could collectively make a significant difference in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Macheka began by addressing the environmental impact of food production and consumption. *“About 25% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions come from food and agriculture,”* he stated.

*“While many people believe that eating locally-sourced products is the solution, transportation accounts for only 20% of emissions. The real issue lies in how food is produced, processed, and wasted. We need to adopt sustainable eating habits, reduce food waste, and support farming practices that prioritize the planet.”*

He urged participants to consider the carbon footprint of their diets, suggesting alternatives such as plant-based meals and reducing reliance on resource-intensive foods like meat and dairy. *“Every meal is an opportunity to make a climate-conscious choice,”*he added.

Macheka also highlighted the environmental toll of the fast fashion

05/03/2025

*The Wasu Post*

*EST 2019 - THE REAL NEWS FROM THE EAST*

*Chief Zimunya in Extortion Controversy: Villagers Decry Unauthorized Fundraising Amid Hardship**

*By Fanuel Chinowaita*

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*Mutare South, Zimunya - 02 March 2025* Villagers under Chief Zimunya's jurisdiction in Mutare district are crying foul over what they describe as exploitative demands by the traditional leader amid the ongoing El Niño-induced drought.

The chief is facing allegations of extorting money from villagers under the pretext of fundraising for the upcoming International Women's Day (IWD) commemorations slated for March 7, 2025, at Munyarari/Chinyauhwera.

However, there is no evidence that the Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, and Small Enterprises Development has sanctioned the collection of these funds.

According to several village heads who spoke to The Wasu Post, Chief Zimunya ordered all 150 village heads under his jurisdiction to contribute $25 each for the event — a total of $3,750 if all villages comply.

A leaked message circulating on WhatsApp reads: "Let's rush to the village head's homestead. The chief has instructed that everyone must pay 50 cents per household tomorrow morning for the Annual Women's Day celebrations... Different numbers will cause confusion, and by 10 am the list will be sent straight to the chief."

The message suggests that every household is being forced to contribute, despite the economic hardships caused by the drought.

The directive has triggered widespread anger, with many questioning the chief's authority to collect such funds. According to the 2015 ZIMSTATS report, the district has a 61% poverty prevalence rate, making the contributions an added burden on already struggling households.

"We are being robbed in broad daylight by the chief," lamented Maringa from Ward 5.

A war veteran from Chigodora-Hwangura vowed not to pay, questioning the chief's involvement in the fundraising exercise:
"W

05/03/2025

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26/09/2024

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*Empowering Youths, Strengthening Communities: MAYA's Continuous Mentorship and Advocacy Efforts*

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*By Fanuel Chinowaita*

The Manica Youth Assembly (MAYA) has once again demonstrated its commitment to empowering youths and promoting community development through its recent mentorship training and advocacy initiatives.

MAYA's yesterday training in Sakubva, Mutare, brought together approximately 40 youths under the theme "Strengthening Inclusive Youth Participation and Agency in Local Public Service Delivery in Mutare Urban District" ( ).

Andy Ziyera emphasized essential leadership qualities, including teamwork, transparency, honesty, good communication, accountability, vision, democracy, flexibility, and bravery.

"We want to see youths taking leadership roles, driving positive change, and holding authorities accountable, Integrity is key. We draw inspiration from figures like Joseph from the Bible, who demonstrated exceptional integrity despite adversity",
said Ziyera, while facilitating on MAYA's mentorship training.

Participants divided into groups to address pressing issues. One group tackled drug and substance abuse, proposing solutions like workshops and awareness campaigns. They plan to engage the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture, Simukai, and National Youth Services and Rehabilitation programs.

"Drug abuse is ravaging our communities. As youths, we must take charge and create safe spaces for our peers. MAYA's training has equipped me to make a difference and inspire others to join the fight against substance abuse", said Nicola Kagonegone.

"For me, this training was eye-opening," said Solomon Mandirasa one of the trained youths. "I realized that as youths, we have the power to drive change. We're not just beneficiaries, but active participants in commu

24/08/2024

There are people out there who are so proud of their poverty, you can't do anything but watch them be.

They usually possess the following attributes:

1. Zero introspection, everything and everyone else is responsible for their situation except themselves.
2. They have an answer to every question about their situation, thus they can't be corrected.
3. If you give them advice, either you
a) are simply wrong
b) don't really understand their situation
c) are just saying so because you have money
d) you have a hidden agenda, "arikuda kutishandisa" syndrome
4. They love being surrounded by people who are financially inferior to them. "Chibaba icho" syndrome
5. They are obsessed with explaining everything spiritually. Nothing is physical in their eyes. To them, wealth or poverty hurombwa, kushandiswa, kutorerwa luck or kuti "yes Papa", no innovation or hardwork.

The people described above are called "MAROMBE" in my native Shona. The kind that will justify themselves after losing all the money they made in life. They will do anything and everything to get back to "factory settings"=poverty.

07/08/2024

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15/02/2024

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