The Community Mirror

18/12/2025

In a night defined by celebration and heartfelt tributes, the Borrowdale Residents and Ratepayers Association—serving the entire Ward 18—and its dynamic chairperson, Mr Robert Mutyasira, emerged as leading lights at the 6th Edition of the Annual Zimbabwe Community Trailblazers Awards, held last Friday in Harare.

The event, hosted by Zimbabwe Community Trailblazers, brought together unsung heroes from across the country to honour their selfless service and lasting contributions to their communities.

read more: https://thecommunitymirror.co.zw/borrowdales-robert-mutyasira-and-brra-honoured-at-2025-community-trailblazers-awards/

15/12/2025

Ruwa Mayor Councillor Michael Mataruka stood at the heart of a transformed Bethel Facilities & Conference Centre last Friday, his words echoing the spirit of unity and hope that filled the room.

The annual Ruwa Mayor’s Christmas Cheer Fund fundraising dinner, now a much-anticipated fixture on the town’s festive calendar, surpassed all expectations this year—thanks to an outpouring of generosity from local businesses, schools, and residents.

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Ruwa Mayor Councillor Michael Mataruka stood at the heart of a transformed Bethel Facilities & Conference Centre last Friday, his words echoing the spirit of unity and hope that filled the room.

09/12/2025

A major initiative to overhaul Harare’s water supply system is underway, following a strategic partnership between Helcraw Water (Pvt) Ltd, the City of Harare, and the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works.

The ambitious project, which aims to secure sustainable access to clean water for residents, is being hailed as a patriotic example of Zimbabwean ingenuity and a model for public-private collaboration.

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A major initiative to overhaul Harare’s water supply system is underway, following a strategic partnership between Helcraw Water (Pvt) Ltd, the City of Harare, and the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works.

22/11/2025

The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) has lauded the government’s latest business licensing reforms, describing them as a “watershed moment” for economic growth, small business formalisation, and community development.

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The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) has lauded the government’s latest business licensing reforms, describing them as a “watershed moment” for economic growth, small business formalisation, and community development. The reforms, announced by the Min...

21/11/2025

Zimbabwe’s ambitions for greener, healthier, and more resilient food systems took centre stage on Thursday, as agroecological entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and community leaders gathered at the Hyatt Regency Harare (The Meikles Hotel) for the inaugural African Agroecological Entrepreneurs National Match-making Event.

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Zimbabwe’s ambitions for greener, healthier, and more resilient food systems took centre stage on Thursday, as agroecological entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and community leaders gathered at the Hyatt Regency Harare (The Meikles Hotel) for the inaugural African Agroecological Entrepreneur...

18/11/2025

Zimbabwe’s financial sector is witnessing a pivotal transformation with the official launch of EazzyPay, a homegrown fintech company determined to simplify and unify the nation’s digital payment experience. Unveiled in November 2025, EazzyPay’s platform is designed to address the persistent fragmentation and inefficiencies that have long hindered both individuals and businesses from fully embracing digital financial services.

read more: https://thecommunitymirror.co.zw/eazzypay-launches-unified-digital-payment-platform-to-bridge-zimbabwes-financial-divide/

18/11/2025

In a bold move to reshape the narrative around education in Zimbabwe, the Education Coalition of Zimbabwe (ECOZI) recently convened a high-level Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) training for media professionals in Harare. The initiative, attended by journalists, editors, radio producers, and social media influencers from across the country, aims to equip the media with the tools and knowledge to report on education through a gender-sensitive and inclusive lens.

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In a bold move to reshape the narrative around education in Zimbabwe, the Education Coalition of Zimbabwe (ECOZI) convened a high-level Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) training for media professionals in Harare this week. The initiative, attended by journalists, editors, radio producers,...

14/11/2025

NetOne, Zimbabwe’s leading mobile network operator, has positioned itself as a national catalyst for digital transformation, with Group Chief Executive Officer Engineer Raphael Mushanawani pledging to bridge generational divides and empower the country’s youth at the Vision 2030 Intergenerational Dialogue Summit.

read more: https://thecommunitymirror.co.zw/netone-leads-the-charge-for-a-connected-zimbabwe/

12/11/2025

The Football Association (ZIFA) on Wednesday hosted a landmark workshop at ZIFA Village, bringing together key figures from the organisation and sports journalism.

read more: https://thecommunitymirror.co.zw/zimbabwean-football-and-media-strengthen-bonds-in-historic-zifa-workshop/

11/11/2025

Technology is reshaping how nations develop, Zimbabwe included, bringing extraordinary opportunities alongside complex challenges. Few understand this landscape better than Dr. Siddhartha Paul Tiwari, a Singapore‑based academic, technologist, and co‑author of ‘Understanding Technology in the Context of National Development: Critical Reflections’.

In this exclusive interview, conducted by Tracy Tafirenyika, one of Africa’s leading voices in technology, AI, and investigative journalism, readers are guided through the intersection of innovation, public policy, and citizens’ rights. Her work, spanning the continent, is marked by depth, clarity, and rigour. Known for connecting complex technical ideas to everyday realities, Tafirenyika brings a rare combination of analytical precision and accountability journalism to Africa’s technology narrative.

read more: https://thecommunitymirror.co.zw/dr-siddhartha-paul-tiwari-on-technology-and-national-development-in-zimbabwe/

08/11/2025

In a powerful show of unity and resolve, hundreds of residents converged at Victory Park (Solomio) in Ruwa’s Ward 7 on Friday, 7th November, for a landmark Anti-Drug and Substance Abuse Awareness Campaign.

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Hundreds Gather in Ruwa for Strategic Anti-Drug Campaign In a powerful show of unity and resolve, hundreds of residents converged at Victory Park (Solomio) in Ruwa’s Ward 7 on Friday, 7th November, for a landmark Anti-Drug and Substance Abuse Awareness Campaign.

06/11/2025

The City of Harare is set to benefit from a major financial boost after the Swiss government, through its Embassy in Zimbabwe, pledged US$1.4 million to support the development and improvement of health services in the capital.

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The City of Harare is set to benefit from a major financial boost after the Swiss government, through its Embassy in Zimbabwe, pledged US$1.4 million to support the development and improvement of health services in the capital.