Current Affairs
Wetland Protection Boosted by New Resolutions and International Agreements at COP15
The 15th Conference of the Contracting Parties to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands (COP15) concluded in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, marking a renewed global pledge toward the protection of wetlands.
Held under the theme “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future,” the conference brought together delegates from various governments to underscore the essential role wetlands play in supporting biodiversity, ecological stability, and resilience to climate change.
During the event, participants adopted a series of resolutions aimed at accelerating conservation efforts at national and regional levels. These measures include improving monitoring systems, enhancing capacity development, securing financial resources, and integrating wetlands into broader strategies for climate adaptation and disaster risk management.
The conference also focused on strengthening conservation efforts along migratory routes to safeguard bird species. It endorsed the creation of the Global Waterbird Estimates Partnership and emphasized the importance of protecting species like river dolphins, which serve as key indicators of the health of inland wetlands.
One of the major achievements of COP15 was the adoption of the Victoria Falls Declaration. This declaration highlighted the urgent need for greater political will, funding, and action to restore and safeguard wetland ecosystems.
In her closing speech, COP15 President and Zimbabwe’s Minister of Environment, Climate and Wildlife, Evelyn Ndlovu, encouraged member states to incorporate the outcomes of the conference into their national frameworks.
She stressed the importance of international partnerships and financial mechanisms to bridge the gap in wetland conservation efforts. Ndlovu also advocated for closer collaboration with other environmental treaties and organizations to better tackle complex issues like climate change and pollution from plastics and mercury.
“Working together will amplify our impact on global environmental protection, improve ecosystem and human health, and foster innovation and knowledge-sharing across nations,” she concluded.
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The Government has strongly condemned the unlawful subdivision and sale of land at North Umzari Farm in Makonde District, Chinhoyi, saying the transactions are in breach of the country’s spatial planning and urban development regulations.
According to Minister of Local Government and Public Works Hon Daniel Garwe, authorities never granted approval or issued compliance certificates for the creation and sale of residential stands on the farm.
“The layout plans circulating in connection with the land sales are “fake, fraudulent and legally void,” he said.
The minister urged members of the public to exercise caution when purchasing land in the area, warning that buyers involved in illegal land transactions risk losing their money because Government will not compensate victims.
“Any structures erected without properly approved plans may be demolished, stressing that Government is determined to eliminate disorderly settlements and ensure organised urban growth in line with Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030 agenda,” he concluded.
NetOne has officially launched a new base station in Matjinge, Bulilima District, in Matabeleland South Province as part of efforts to improve network coverage and connectivity in rural communities.
The new base station is expected to provide better mobile communication services to residents in Matjinge and surrounding areas, helping communities access reliable voice and internet services.
The development forms part of NetOne’s ongoing programme to bridge the digital divide by expanding telecommunications infrastructure to underserved areas across the country.
Improved connectivity will help support communication, business activities, education and access to digital services within the district.
The launch of the base station also reflects Zimbabwe’s broader push toward digital inclusion and increased access to modern technology in rural communities.
The 2026 Girls in ICT programme has officially started at National University of Science and Technology under the theme, “AI Development – Girls Shaping the Digital Future.”
The event brings together young girls from different schools and communities to encourage participation in information and communication technology, innovation and digital transformation.
Speaking during the launch, ICT Minister Tatenda Mavetera said empowering girls in technology is important for building a smarter and more inclusive digital future for Zimbabwe.
“Empowering girls today means shaping a smarter, more inclusive digital future for Zimbabwe,” she said.
Minister Mavetera encouraged girls to take advantage of opportunities in the technology sector and actively participate in artificial intelligence and other digital innovations.
The programme aims to inspire more young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) while helping close the gender gap in the ICT industry.
The Girls in ICT initiative is part of ongoing efforts to promote digital inclusion and equip young people with skills needed for the country’s growing digital economy.
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