Chiredzi Scrivener

Communication for the development of sustainable communities — Sustainable Agric| Eco-tourism| Biodiversity| Climate Action|The Southeastern Lowveld Story

[EnviroPress @EnviroPressZim]

A climate advocacy event combining poetry, traditional music and indigenous storytelling is set for Chiredzi this weekend on 6 June 2026, as communities commemorate World Environment Day through creative climate action initiatives.

Organisers of the The Climate ArtVocacy Daysay the region’s exposure to prolonged droughts, erratic rainfall patterns and destructive weather events has created a silent climate trauma that continues to affect livelihoods, community wellbeing and resilience.

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[Doug Coltart ⚖️🇿🇼 @DougColtart]

POSITIVE UPDATE ON MONAVALE WETLAND 🌅🎉🍾 (live from Africa Unity Square)

We had a very productive meeting this afternoon with Permanent Secretary @TMuguti who has assured us that @MonavaleWetland Ramsar Site (and ALL wetlands) MUST be protected! He said ALL developments (including the one by @ParliamentZim) must stop and be immediately investigated. All concerned citizens are invited to a meeting at the site at 10am tomorrow (Wed) with Govt officials. You’re invited. Join us!

#SaveMonavaleVlei #ProtectWetlands #WetlandsMatter

[Doug Coltart ⚖️🇿🇼 @DougColtart]

It’s now emerged those behind the latest development on @MonavaleWetland Ramsar Site are Members of Parliament! 23 MPs have allegedly been allocated stands in one of Zimbabwe’s only 7 Wetlands of International Importance—while Zimbabwe is president of the @RamsarConv! #WetlandsMatter #SaveMonavaleVlei

[Wisani Hub @wisanihub]

Are you a youth based in the southeast Lowveld & aged between 18 & 35? Here is an opportunity for you to participate in the Climate Artvocacy Day Convening & World Environment Day commemoration on 6 June 2026 in Chiredzi.
Register before 15 May 2026: https://t.co/Jn0D4Wiwte

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

Rupangwana, Nyangambe and Ngundu-Tokwane smallholder irrigation — Smallholder farmers in Chiredzi continue to demonstrate resilience despite challenges in access to water and the high cost of inputs. Smallholder farmers contribute significantly towards national food security

[Climate Change Management Department @ClimateZimDept]

Zimbabwe is participating in the UN Climate Conference (SB 62) from 16–26 June 2025 to push for:
✅ Adaptation & NAPs
✅ Mitigation & Just Transition
✅ Article 6 (Carbon Markets)
✅ Climate Finance & Loss & Damage
✅ Action for Climate Empowerment . 🌍
#ClimateAction #UNFCCC

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

@WisdomHealth_ @Enhlekhumalo5

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

Last weekend in Ward 2, Zaka North, we explored how women use Indigenous Knowledge Systems for climate change adaptation. Key findings: Southern Ground Hornbill as a rain predictor cicadas signaling the rainy season. Small grains community gardens boost resilience.

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

Talent Dube, a Marondera University Agronomist, transformed unemployment into a thriving smallholder horticulture business in Chiredzi! From chilli to green maize, he's proving science + land = success. His message to grads: Use your skills! #ZimAgri #YouthInAgr

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

Today we honor liberation war vet & farming pioneer Cde Jethro Bvukuta! From Chiredzi North, he's transforming ward 20 with smallholder irrigation. Green mealies & watermelons attract buyers from across Zimbabwe! #ZimAgri #SmallholderFarming #FoodSecurity

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

From orphan to mighty giant—meet Rocky the rhino today! 🦏
3 years ago, Rocky was rescued as a tiny, abandoned calf in Zimbabwe. Now, he’s a 1-ton powerhouse roaming free in Save Valley!

#WildlifeConservation #SaveTheRhino #RockyTheRhino

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

Today is World Wildlife Day, celebrating wild animals and plants. On this day, we recognize the role played by local communities in the conservation of wildlife. "Local communities are a vital cog in the conservation of African wildlife." - Clive Stockhill

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

Today is World Wetlands Day, a reminder that there is a need to accelerate efforts towards #wetlandsconservation. Wetland ecosystems are critical carbon sinks, which help in climate change mitigation. Wetlands filter pollutants, control wild fires and promote tourism.

[Fortune Chasi @fortunechasi]

Every year, in memory of MaGumbo, my belated mother, i plant indigenous trees at home. Today i am planting 200 only.

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

impacts of mid-season dryspells and subsequent crop failures.

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

In Chiredzi, drought resistant, early season sorghum varieties such as Macia, developed by ICRISAT are enabling communal farmers to survive the impacts of drought. Macia produces white, tasty and healthy sadza and can be a good alternative to maize.

[Chiredzi Scrivener @ChiredziScr]

The prolonged early season dyspell experienced in most parts of the country this week, characterized by very high temperatures is an indication of a potentially poor farming season.

Growing drought resistant crops in dryland farming can help rural smallholder farmers survive the

[Kuda Mugova 🇿🇼 @kmugova]

Promising 2 weeks

[sirpzim @sirpzim]

Farmers from Musikavanhu and Chibuwe Irrigation Schemes in Chipinge are exhibiting their wares and also taking the opportunity to market their products. The schemes, with a combined hectarageof 1086 hectares have benefitted 986 households.

[EnviroPress @EnviroPressZim]

The small dam which supplies water to the 22-hectare Mutunha Irrigation Scheme in Buhera has dried up. The irrigation scheme is made up of 27 small scale farmers.
Mutunha Irrigation Scheme chairperson Joab Mutunha said ...1/2

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