Digitalize Zimbabwe

Digitalize Zimbabwe is a nationwide digital transformation initiative spearheaded by Min of ICTs& Courier Services

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Could remote work solve Zimbabwe’s student attachment crisis?

ZimWorX says universities should recognise remote placements—potentially connecting UZ students with employers locally and abroad.

Read more: https://t.co/JiwW8Xxf9s

#ZimWorX #RemoteWork #UZ

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@wicknellchivayo with what @mutami_susan did show that you can not continue entertain @TembaMliswa vanoita zve touch line , tirikunyara kani.

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US$30m Lost to Mobile Fraud as Zimbabwe Fights Back with AI
@MICTPCS_ZW
@econetzimbabwe
@NetOneCellular

🔗 FULL STORY (MUST READ):
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#HurumendeNews #Zimbabwe #CyberFraud #AI #BreakingNews

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Thank you @hurumendenews @hurumendezw
@TateMavetera

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Get everyone connected Vision 2030!!

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A new technological breakthrough in semiconductor chips

A team from Peking University has successfully developed the world’s smallest ferroelectric transistor, featuring a physical gate length of just 1 nanometer and achieving the lowest power consumption recorded to date — a milestone that could significantly enhance the efficiency and performance of AI chips.

The researchers managed to overcome the traditional limitations of ferroelectric transistors — such as high voltage and energy consumption — through an innovative nanoscale gate design, reducing power usage by an entire order of magnitude compared to the best global benchmarks.

This advancement paves the way for far more energy‑efficient data centers and establishes a key technological foundation for the next generation of high‑performance AI chips.

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Microsoft has released security updates that fully protect customers using SharePoint Subscription Edition and SharePoint 2019 against the risks posed by CVE-2025-53770, and CVE-2025-53771. These vulnerabilities apply to on-premises SharePoint Servers only. Customers should apply these updates immediately to ensure they’re protected.

We are actively working on updates for SharePoint 2016.

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NEWS: Jeff Bezos has created a new AI startup where he will be Co-CEO.

It's called Project Prometheus and has received $6.2B in funding, some from Bezos himself. The startup is going to build AI products for engineering and manufacturing in fields like computers, aerospace and automobiles.

The company already has almost 100 staff, including researchers from Meta, OpenAI and Google DeepMind.

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NKOMWA Foundation Trust (NFT), in partnership with @POTRAZ, has trained nearly 100 persons with disabilities in Matabeleland South in digital skills under an ongoing empowerment programme.
Speaking during the organisation’s five-year anniversary celebrations, NFT board chairperson Ms Selinah Chirisa said the trust has made significant progress in promoting inclusion, though more still needs to be done.
“Since its inception in 2020, NFT has been driven by a simple yet powerful vision: to promote the rights, inclusion, and empowerment of persons with disabilities in socio-economic life. In the past five years, we have built bridges between communities, institutions, and policymakers. We have challenged barriers, created opportunities, and amplified the voices of persons with disabilities across Matabeleland South and beyond,” she said.

Ms Chirisa said, with POTRAZ’s support, NFT has trained 95 persons with disabilities from Gwanda, Beitbridge, Mangwe and Bulilima districts in digital skills — an initiative that is helping bridge the digital divide and improving access to information, employment and entrepreneurship.
She said community sensitisation and leadership training programmes have yielded positive outcomes, with notable improvements in the inclusion of persons with disabilities in community development committees — a key step towards participatory governance.
However, she said discrimination and stigma remain major obstacles to full participation.

“Inadequate resources also limit our ability to reach all intended beneficiaries. Persons with albinism, in particular, continue to face deep-seated myths, harmful beliefs and limited access to essential protective lotions,” she added.
Ms Chirisa said despite the challenges, the trust remains committed to advancing disability rights.
“Our progress has been possible through strong collaboration with Government ministries, local authorities, development partners and communities. Together, we are shaping a society that values diversity and upholds equality,” she said.

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@wicknellchivayo Fadzai Mahere must not undermine the power of Dare , Ingori Sapatina sapatina

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@advocatemahere You’re promoting a dangerous narrative that undermines national progress.

Stop spreading misinformation and show some respect for the country.

Learn to respect productive leaders like @wicknellchivayo.
Denga rinooona ukasachinja hauroorwe,

If you continue, people will hold you accountable — publicly and legally.”

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@nashyldino @CrimeWatchZW Officer the law is watching you and your team @PoliceZimbabwe do you job

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Satellite internet service Starlink, developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has been gradually expanding across Africa, and Zimbabwean households, schools, and businesses are beginning to embrace it as an alternative to traditional internet service providers (ISPs).

With its promise of high-speed, low-latency internet even in remote areas, @Starlink is proving to be a game-changer for communities long left behind by poor connectivity.

https://t.co/IvJkutzcQL

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Minister Mavetera to Grace Digitalize Zimbabwe Expo in Gokwe

Gokwe, Msala is set to host the upcoming Digitalize Zimbabwe Expo on 5–6 September, as part of national efforts to advance the country’s digital transformation agenda.

The event is being organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, and aims to bring together players from various sectors in support of a more connected and digital future.

@TateMavetera is expected to attend the two-day event, underscoring the government’s commitment to expanding the digital economy and accelerating key digital initiatives.

Speaking ahead of the event, Pascal Kwaramba, a representative of the Digitalize Zimbabwe Committee, stressed the importance of accessibility and community.

https://t.co/O6SeyWgYv9

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🚨 A 15-year-old girl. Living on the streets. Being exploited by grown men for just $10. This is happening right in the heart of town — Zvakaoma.

💔 A child, robbed of her dignity and future.

These men are not just abusers — they are criminals, and they must be stopped.

🙏 Thank you to @bustoptv for uncovering this heartbreaking story.

We urge you to investigate further — the truth must come out, and justice must be served.

🛑 Let’s protect our girls. Let’s get these predators behind bars.
@edmnangagwa @KazembeKazembe3 @crimewatchzw @TateMavetera @nickmangwana @daddyhope @zimcelebs1

#JusticeForStreetGirls #ProtectTheChildren #BustopTVInvestigates #EndChildAbuse #ZvakaomaZvakanyanya

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OUR JOURNEY TO SMART ZIMBABWE begins with bold steps, shared visions, and unstoppable innovation.
From digital infrastructure to e-governance, from youth empowerment to tech-driven industries Zimbabwe is on the move.

This is more than a transition. It’s a national transformation.
Join the movement. Be part of building a smarter, connected, and inclusive Zimbabwe.
@MICTPCS_ZW @Potraz_zw

#DigitalizeZimbabwe #SmartZimbabwe #TechForDevelopment #InnovationZW #Vision2030 #DigitalEconomyZW #FutureIsNow

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In a bold step toward transforming Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector, the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has launched a pioneering Digital Fair in Mashonaland West, aiming to connect rural farmers with cutting-edge digital solutions.

Held under the banner of the Fostering Digital Villages Initiative, the fair gathered smallholder farmers, agripreneurs, tech startups, and financial service providers to explore how technology can boost productivity, market access, and climate resilience.

https://t.co/sskDLcNEBf

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Global Tech Giants Eye Zimbabwe’s Growing ICT Sector

Zimbabwe’s digital economy is rapidly gaining attention—not just locally, but globally.

In a major boost for the country’s Vision 2030 goals, leading international technology companies are showing growing interest in investing in Zimbabwe’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector.

Recent engagements between Zimbabwe’s government and representatives from companies such as Nokia and Teresol (a major Pakistani technology firm) signal the beginning of what could be transformative partnerships for infrastructure, skills development, and digital innovation.

Zimbabwe’s Digital Ambitions Attract Global Interest
During official meetings in Harare, ICT and Postal Services Minister Tatenda Mavetera welcomed proposals from Nokia and Teresol, both of which are keen to explore opportunities in Zimbabwe’s expanding digital space.

https://t.co/SMt2E2wMxI

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Bridging the Digital Divide Through Innovation Hubs

@Potraz_zw Director General Gift Muchengete revealed that the organisation’s Digital Centres will play a pivotal role in not only bridging the gap but also assisting users in creating digital products.

This development comes as part of a broader strategy to enhance digital access and literacy nationwide.

Muchengete announced this at a recent event, emphasising the centres’ potential to tackle critical issues such as access to digital tools, internet connectivity, and training.
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