Jason Shingirai Makechemu

22 | Astrophysics PhD Student @ Lancaster University | President @zas_office | 🇿🇼🇲🇿🇬🇧

[Jason Shingirai Makechemu @JSMakechemu]

I’m super excited to say that in October, I’ll be joining @LancasterUni starting as a PhD student in observational astrophysics at @LancUniPhysics with Dr. Brooke Simmons (@vrooje)!

I guess this is my entry to #AcademicTwitter 🙃

[President of Zimbabwe @edmnangagwa]

This morning, I inspected our gold reserves at the RBZ vaults. Zimbabwe has now surpassed the 3-tonne benchmark, ranking sixth on the continent. As global uncertainties grow, our gold holdings strengthen the foundation of our national currency and economic sovereignty.
#GoldReserves #EconomicSovereignty #Zimbabwe

[Nick Mangwana @nickmangwana]

Today, His Excellency President Emmerson Mnangagwa will officially commission the Mbare Traders Market Development Project Phase 1 under the Mbare Urban Renewal and Regeneration project.
#MbareMusika

[Jason Shingirai Makechemu @JSMakechemu]

At the 2025 African Astronomical Society conference (@AfricaAstronomy) I had the privilege of presenting two talks and a poster!

1 talk and 1 poster related to my current PhD research, and 1 talk related to work taking place with the Zimbabwean Astronomical Society (@ZAS_Office)

[Space In Africa @spaceinafrica1]

Satellites have become key assets for governments globally in shaping national development agendas, and Africa is no different. This article critically examines manufacturers of African launched satellites.
https://t.co/tusAAHs4L1

[Brian 'Nnia @nkxnnia]

There was food at home.

[James Chibueze @chibuezej]

Always nice to be with the future of coding in Africa!

[Zimbabwean Astronomical Society @ZAS_Office]

We as ZAS would like to express our gratitude to Ms. Victória Samboco for presenting the first seminar of our monthly series!
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Students from UZ and NUST attended online and in person, and we expect this to continue in the coming months! 🙏🏾
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#zas #amas #zimbabwe #astronomy

[Mohamed Salad @MohamedASalad]

I’ll be 1000% honest…

The one person in football that I will never believe is racist towards black people is Jose Mourniho.

No person in the history of the sport has done more for African football than him. Shame on Galatasaray for even suggesting such a thing.

[Jason Shingirai Makechemu @JSMakechemu]

I was so honoured today to not only give a seminar at our National University of Science and Technology (@nustzim) but also to be interviewed by NUST FM! 🙂

I talked about my phd research to date, and the upcoming plans we have as ZAS, I look forward to coming again soon 😀

[Ahmed Elmohamady @Elmo_27]

Jamie Carragher doesn’t know what Major Tournaments is because he never won one. AFCON is A Major Tournament. So proud to won it twice.

[Space In Africa @spaceinafrica1]

Zimbabwe plans to develop additional satellites, including its third Earth Observational satellite, ZIMSAT-3, to boost its space capabilities and leverage space technology for national development.
https://t.co/DuKxaZudVF

[James Chibueze @chibuezej]

Save the date! @unisa @UnisaCSET @UnisaRandI

[Samia Suluhu @SuluhuSamia]

I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the Founding President and Founding Father of the Nation of the Republic of Namibia, His Excellency Dr. Sam Nujoma.

A freedom fighter, a Pan-Africanist and a dear friend of Tanzania where he once lived during the struggle for Namibia's independence, Dr. Nujoma lived a life of service that shaped not only his country’s destiny, but also inspired generations to stand up for the ideals of freedom, equality and justice.

On behalf of the Government and the people of the United Republic of Tanzania, I wish to convey our deepest condolences to His Excellency Dr. Nangolo Mbumba, President of the Republic of Namibia, the people of Namibia, the Founding First Lady of the Republic of Namibia, Her Excellency Kovambo Nujoma, Dr. Nujoma’s children, his entire family, friends and comrades in SWAPO.

May his soul Rest In Peace.

[President of Zimbabwe @edmnangagwa]

I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Namibia’s founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma. A towering figure of liberation and a champion of African independence, his legacy will continue to inspire generations.

On behalf of the people of Zimbabwe, I extend heartfelt condolences to the Nujoma family, the Government, and the people of Namibia. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

#SamNujoma #Namibia

[ZBC News @ZBCNewsonline]

Namibia’s founding President Sam Nujoma has died.

He was 95.

[Dereck Goto @dereckgoto]

H.E. Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma (1929-2025)

A mighty baobab of the liberation struggle has fallen, but his legacy stands tall. The passing of His Excellency Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Founding President of the Republic of Namibia and Father of the Namibian Nation, is a solemn moment not only for Namibia but for the entire African continent. As Zimbabweans, we mourn alongside our Namibian brothers and sisters, for the struggle that birthed an independent Namibia was waged in the same trenches as our own.

Dr. Nujoma answered the call of history with unwavering courage, leading the Namibian people through the most grueling chapters of their fight for independence. From the days of exile and armed resistance to the triumph of March 21, 1990, he remained a steadfast pillar of freedom and self-determination. A man of vision, he did not only secure independence for Namibia but laid the foundation for a nation that would stand tall and proud among its peers, embracing the spirit of Pan-African unity.

His passing on February 8, 2025, at the age of 95, is a moment of profound loss. Yet, as we reflect on his extraordinary life, we find solace in the legacy he leaves behind - a legacy of resilience, unity, and unrelenting dedication to the cause of African liberation. In Zimbabwe, we recognise him as a comrade-in-arms, a revolutionary whose footsteps walked alongside those of our own heroes - Robert Mugabe, Joshua Nkomo, Josiah Tongogara, and many others who waged the noble battle against colonial rule.

As Namibia enters a period of national mourning, we extend our deepest condolences to the Nujoma and Kondombolo families, to his beloved wife, H.E. Kovambo Nujoma, and to the people of Namibia. The bonds that tie Zimbabwe and Namibia are unbreakable, forged in the fires of our shared history.

Africa has lost a lion of the liberation struggle, but his roar will echo through generations. May his soul rest in eternal power. Hamba kahle, son of the soil.

[Zimbabwean Astronomical Society @ZAS_Office]

We as ZAS are pleased to announce that we have been awarded an @IAU_Outreach Microfunding grant! 🥳
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We express our gratitude to @IAU_Outreach, and the Director of the office, Dr. Kelly Blumenthal.
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We look forward to putting our equipment into use!
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#zimbabwe #astronomy #zas

[mmatigari @matigary]

Zimbabwe ✊✊

[NUST ZIM @nustzim]

NUST has won 1st place in the ZENT3 category of the National Engineering Students Awards for Research &Innovation held today in Harare. Team NUST's poster came 1st over 10 posters from other Universities. Overall, NUST came 4th out of 10 unis. Congrats Team NUST!!!
#ChooseNUST

[Dereck Goto @dereckgoto]

President Mnangagwa's Proactive Leadership and Favourable Rains Set the Stage for a Bumper Harvest

Zimbabwe's agricultural sector, long beleaguered by erratic rainfall, fluctuating weather patterns, and limited access to inputs, is now poised for a remarkable turnaround under the decisive leadership of President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa. Recognising agriculture as the backbone of the economy, the Government has implemented forward-thinking policies to rejuvenate the sector, with a particular focus on timely delivery of agricultural inputs.

The early and efficient distribution of farming inputs ahead of the planting season has significantly bolstered farmers’ preparedness, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the demands of food production. This proactive approach, a hallmark of President Mnangagwa's administration, has laid a solid foundation for both economic recovery and food security.

Favourable weather has further amplified these efforts, with consistent and well-distributed rains creating ideal conditions for crop growth. Farmers across Zimbabwe have reported impressive crop development, heralding the potential for a bumper harvest - one of the most promising in recent years. The combination of timely inputs and conducive rainfall is poised to deliver far-reaching economic benefits.

A successful harvest will do more than secure the nation’s food supply. It will stabilise local market prices, reduce dependency on costly imports, and open doors for exporting surplus produce, strengthening foreign currency reserves and trade. With agriculture employing approximately 60% of the population, increased productivity directly contributes to poverty alleviation and improved living standards across the country.

This promising trajectory underscores the importance of visionary leadership and coordinated action in driving national development. President Mnangagwa’s commitment to prioritising agriculture has not only reinvigorated the sector but also positioned Zimbabwe for sustainable growth. As the rains continue to bless the country, Zimbabwe stands on the brink of an agricultural resurgence, setting a powerful example of how strategic governance can transform challenges into opportunities.