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Joined June 2021
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X-Space Alert 🔔 Join us on Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at 10am CAT for another ALZ X-Space on an insightful discussion on the Zimbabwe Gold currency The @ReserveBankZIM's Deputy Director, Dr. N. Masiyandima, will unpack the country's monetary history and explain how the Zim Gold differs from previous currencies, and what it aims to achieve. Assisted by @zimbabweyauya , @RBovas and @Belovedchiweshe , this session will also feature insights on public perceptions, sentiments, implications, and recommendations surrounding the Zim Gold. Your participation is highly encouraged to promote transparency, good governance, and accountability around this important economic initiative. Schedule the date, and ensure that you don't miss this X-Space. #makinggovernanceworkforpeople #activeparticipation #inclusion #leavenoonebehindm #ZimGold
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RT @accountlabzw: 📷**Climate Change in Zimbabwe: A Call to Action What is climate change? Has Zimbabwe been affected? Who is vulnerable? Wh…
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"..By championing #SRHR issues within the caucus, MPs can drive positive change, promote human rights & contribute to the overall well-being & development of their constituents & communities" - @HonMutinta concluding the keynote address during the launch.
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Protest in Kenya against Femicide. #sabcnews
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The African Initiative of Women Human Rights Defenders @whrdinitiative marches in resolute solidarity against the horrific femicide plaguing Kenya. With each courageous step, we demand for justice and safety, until the streets of Kenya, and every corner of our continent, are safe for all women. Today's march is not just a Kenyan outcry but a pivotal moment for Africa. Together, we strive for a future where every woman's life is valued and protected. No more silenced voices. No more lives lost. Today, we march with Kenya for change. #TotalShutDownKE #EndFemicideKe In solidarity, every step of the way. @rachaelmwiks @ywli_info @Endfemicideke @FemnetProg @Pais_Mary @AfricanWHRD
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“Hard work pays off.” - Angela Dube form Albinism Konnect Music Band a group nominated for #RoilBAA7 under the Outstanding Newcomer. Footage from @SkyzMetroFM Interview for Outstanding Newcomer nominees it also features @da_kudu who is nominated on the same category.
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🇿🇼's 4th round of Polio vaccination for children under 5years of age set for 10-13 October 2023. #Vaccination #childprotection @WHO_Zimbabwe @gavi @UNICEFZIMBABWE @crownagents @BillGates
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Currently underway: Panel discussion on how we can use #AI to fight fake news. #Shoko2023 #TheHubZW #TheTakeBack
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Shoko festival Alert 🚨 "Join Shoko festival virtually fb.watch/nkZBWKP9Mg/ or at @MotoRepublik for an insightful discussion on the impact of Artificial Intelligence. Following a presentation by @AdmireMare on Journalism in the age of AI, we're excited to learn more from @Code4Africa, @AfricaCheck, and @ZimFact on how AI can combat Fake News. This conversation is crucial as Accountability Lab Zimbabwe explores AI's impact during the Africa Journalism and Media Summit @Centre4MediaZIM on 13th Oct 2023 at Crown Plaza, 13:00 - 14:00 CAT on “Tweeting Democracy Across Africa: AI, Journalism, Governance, and Human Rights”. Don't miss out! #ShokoFestival #AIinJournalism #thetakeback #trustbuilding #leavenoonebehind
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🔴THE Bulawayo Seventh Day Adventist High School has joined the fight against drug abuse, and is looking at offering a rehabilitation programme and facilities for addicts. newsday.co.zw/southerneye/lo…
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📢 Exciting Announcement! 🌍🗞️ Dear friends and colleagues, I am thrilled to announce the Africa Journalism and Media Summit, a groundbreaking event that will bring together the brightest minds in the field to explore the dynamic landscape of journalism and media in Africa. 🎉✨ As the curator of this prestigious event, I am deeply honored to lead my team in staging one of the most impactful events in Zimbabwe and across the entire African continent. Africa's vibrant media landscape deserves to be celebrated, nurtured, and strengthened, and this summit aims to do just that. 🌍💪 Throughout my career, I have witnessed firsthand the immense talent, resilience, and passion that exists within the African journalism community. This summit serves as a platform for us to harness that collective power, share innovative ideas, and drive positive change. Together, we will explore key topics such as media ethics, digital transformation, storytelling, and the role of journalism in promoting democracy and social justice. 📚💡 I invite journalists, media professionals, educators, and enthusiasts from all corners of the continent to join us in this incredible journey. It is through collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence that we can unlock the true potential of African journalism and foster a more informed and engaged society. 🤝📰 We'll soon issue a call for participation and speaking opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates on the summit's schedule, speakers, and registration details. Let's come together, inspire one another, and shape the future of journalism in Africa. 🌍🗞️ Feel free to share this post with your network and help us spread the word far and wide. Let's make the Africa Journalism and Media Summit a resounding success! #AJMS2023 #AfricanJournalism #MediaSummit #ShapingTheFuture
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"...the introduction of the Quota system will not change anything because there is a high chance that the selected candidates will be operating in the shadows of the elected councillors. Instead, candidates and political parties should direct more funding towards female candidates to achieve equity.” #communitydiaries communitypodiumnews.org.zw/?…
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#SexualAssault awareness month We stand against #RapeCulture in our homes, schools, churches and communities. We want to be safe‼️ We need to be safe‼️ We deserve to be safe‼️ Make us Safe!‼️ #EndGBV #EndRape #GirlsFirst @GlobalFundWomen @_ARASAcomms @Aidsfonds
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Currently happening @wildtrustzim is the #IWD2023 mocktail, which discusses the impact of technology in women's daily lives and how it has been progressive or regressive towards achieving gender equality. #Standwithher @HivosWiL @hivosrosa @IrlEmbPretoria
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Visuals from Trenance Bulawayo where we are wrapping up the 16 days of Activism against Gender Based Violence by conducting a #GBVmustEND Film Screening. @Commconnectzw @HivosWiL @unwomenzw @hivosrosa @GenderZimbabwe @_ntombiyenguni @bugalo1 @TseisiTP @payton075 @PrinceNKay2
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@youth_invest is conducting a Citizen Assembly in Victoria Falls aimed at providing an engagement platform between residents and Councillors and Council Management on service provision and infrastructure development in the city. @CEAAZim @accountlabzw
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#16DaysofBlack. Silence has been used as an oppressive medium, #girls #women are constantly told to #ShutUp #BeQuiet. @menengagezim supports Girls and Women to #SpeakUp against GBV. #16DaysofActivism2022 #16DaysOfAction @SAfAIDS @_ARASAcomms @deafwomenzim @GlobalFundWomen
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#16DaysOfActivism is a time to learn about the types of abuse people can experience. Abuse can be physical, emotional, digital, financial, or sexual. One type or more can happen in a relationship. Image by @UN_Women #OrangeTheWorld #16DaysOfAction #GBV #women #LetsEndFemicide
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What happened to an 15 year old “alleged wife ? assaulted to death then why are you still silent#GBV is on the rise , let’s protect next our next leadership @PoliceZimbabwe #16 days of activism against Gbv – at Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
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