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Journalists urged to be ethical

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Journalists urged to be ethical
Leroy Dzenga
Harare- 09, October 9, 2015 -In the wake of a new trend in local journalism dubbed “Prophet Journalism”, the Media Monitoring Project of Zimbabwe (MMPZ) has warned scribes to be responsible when reporting on religion as they risk causing divisions in society.
Speaking at a Press Club discussion on the media coverage of prophetic figures hosted by the Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) yesterday in the capital, the MMPZ director Patience Zirima told journalists in attendance that it was of paramount importance that they maintain a sensitive and professional stance when dealing with religious issues as they affect the majority of the Zimbabwean population.
“We have to be responsible with the way we report religion because 89% of the population in Zimbabwe are religious”,said Zirima.
She also went on to lament the deviation from the best practices of the profession by journalists as they are developing a tendency of reporting prophecies as fact.
“There is need for the reporter doing a story on religion to have a sincere knowledge of the subject and also separate facts from opinions. Another worrying thing I have noticed is that these stories are single sourced. Journalists now write stories basing on quoting only the prophet in a sermon” Zirima said.

Echoing the same sentiments, VMCZ executive director Loughty Dube highlighted how media ethics are compromised when prophets provide sponsored trips for news reporters to be part of their entourage as they travel to neighbouring countries.
Speaking for the practitioners and media houses Newsday Deputy editor Nqaba Matshazi justified the increasing coverage of prophets saying media houses whether public or private could not afford to ignore the financial benefits the prophet stories generated.
“The prophets have a huge following and they tend to generate more sales than the politicians. The media are simply outlining a reflection of our society,” said Matshazi.

People First releases jingles

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People First releases jingles
…praises Mujuru for seeing light
By Itai Muzondo
Masvingo ,09 October 2015 – Former Zanu PF youths who are now proud members of the Mujuru led People First have released their first jingles titled Mauya Mauya Amai praising the former Vice President for seeing the light.
In the jingles, Mujuru is encouraged to soldier on despite all the hurdles as the nation is eagerly waiting for solutions from her.
                   Joice Mujuru
The reggae jingle which explains the former Vice – President as Soul of Tarsus has of now had its way through social media networks with the composers’ patron Kudakwashe Gopo disclosing that the group has an upcoming six track album which focuses on simplifying the BUILD clauses through music.
“In politics, anyone would need different ways of communicating their message to their supporters and music is one of them. I have worked with a group of youths to release our first single and we are yet to release a six track album that simplifies BUILD in an entertaining manor.
“We are also looking to submit our jingles for airplay. If we fail to have that airplay, we will definitely do all we can to be granted space since the law entails that all political parties should be equally be represented in the media,” said Gopo.
Parts of the lyrics sing, “Amai mapenyerwa, makore makumi mana tiri mugwenga, taitopona ne manna. Amai mapenyerwa kunge Sauaro, masiya zvekare kunge Pauro, mave nevanhu pamoyo, tonange Canaan, kuzere mabasa nemari inotenga…)“.politics

Mangoma in trouble

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Mangoma in trouble
…as provincial chair is forced to resign

By Itai Muzondo
Masvingo – The Renewal Democrats of Zimbabwe (RDZ) leader Elton Mangoma is in trouble as he tries to unite warring factions within his political outfit amid revelations that youths in Masvingo province are calling for the ouster of the party’s provincial chairperson Mathew Eston Mutero.
The fight which has since found its way into social media networks has reportedly forced Mangoma to embark on an emergency journey to Masvingo  on Sunday where he is expected to address the problem.
But Mutero has since posted on the party’s WhatsApp group named Masvingo RDZ Youth Group that he is stepping down.
“All protocols observed. I write to inform all that after considering posts sent on this group by some unruly youths do hereby resign from the post as I am against whatever form of violence, physical or verbal. With immediate effect I shall not accept reference to my person as the chair of RDZ Masvingo Province. I wish and hope to see the party growing at that supersonic speed as wanted by those youth,” read Mutero’s resignation chat.


Elton Mangoma
In interviews conducted by Tell Zimbabwe, RDZ youths from across the province said they called Mangoma to come and officially dismiss Mutero who is accused of being aligned to Biti’s People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
 “It is us who ordered the president (Mangoma) to come and deal with this rot once and for all. We want Mutero out,” said Darlington Tata.
Mutero’s phone was not reachable while Mangoma refused to comment as he just said not now before hanging up.
“Not now,” said Mangoma.politics

Chiefs vow to fight HIV/AIDS in communities

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Chiefs vow to fight HIV/AIDS in communities
By Moses Ziyambi

Chiefs in Masvingo province have thrown their weight behind efforts to tackle the HIV / AIDS pandemic in their communities, committing themselves to actively encouraging their subjects to go for testing.
Speaking at a recent engagement meeting organised by the Community Based Aid Programme (CBAP) at Masvingo District Administrator (DA) offices, chiefs admitted they can play a central role in shaping attitudes and fighting for behavioral change as well as campaigning against the stigma.


“We want to be involved in the efforts to fight the spread of the disease and work to encourage men to go for testing with their pregnant wives. We don’t want a situation where only women go for the testing, while their husbands remain,” said Chief Chikwanda.
Many chiefs who participated said it was high time for them to complement the work being done by civic groups like CBAP and government through coming up with local based solutions to stop the spread of the virus.

“Let us restore morality and the innocence of children. Let us look at how we can delay our children’s exposure to sexual matters in these days of smartphones,” said Mugaviri Shumba who is Chief Shumba.
Headman Gurajena, Mangwanya Gurajena called on chiefs to be involved in matters of community mobilisation against HIV, saying they are the centerpiece of their communities.
“When relief organisations come, they stand a better chance of success if they rope us in because our voice carries weight,” he said.
Director of CBAP, Samuel Mhungu pleaded with chiefs to use their influence and authority to stop gender based violence and child marriages.
“We are certain that if our chiefs take a stand against gender based violence and child marriages, we will see a change. With your authority, you can use every public gathering to campaign against the stigma while encouraging couples to go for HIV testing and treatment,” said Mhungu.
Meanwhile CBAP, a Christian organisation with close relations with the Reformed Church in Zimbabwe (RCZ) is expanding its Community Mobilisation for Improved Access to Care and Treatment.
Among other programmes, the organisation is also promoting the Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMCT) by giving material support to health institutions    
  

Masvingo STIs increase worrying: ZNFPC

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Masvingo STIs increase worrying: ZNFPC
By Theresa Takafuma
The ever-increasing cases of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) in Masvingo has become a worrying factor, Zimbabwe National Family Planning Council has said.
There has been an alarming increase in new STI cases in the province in the first quarter of 2015 compared to 2014’s last quarter.
Speaking at a wellness and clean-up campaign facilitated by the organization recently, ZNFPC Provincial Manager Peter Vhoko said STIs have become a perennial problem for Masvingo.


People are not using condoms

“STIs are a proxy to HIV and we have a problem of STIs in our province. Statistics from National Aids Council show that Masvingo Province recorded a 12,5 percent increase in the number of new STI cases, from 7141 in 2014’s fourth quarter to 8166 in the 2015 first quarter, ” Vhoko said.
“The increase in STI cases is a worrying factor as it indicates that people are indulging in unprotected sex, which increases the risk of spread of HIV,” Vhoko said.
“The high STI cases are attributed to lack of knowledge, unfaithfulness and inconsistent use of condoms in the community,” he added.
Vhoko also said low contact tracing and low HIV testing among the STI clients are a threat to the fight against the HIV pandemic, adding that the high number of STI cases recorded in the province’s health centres may also be a positive sign.
“On a positive note, the high number of STI cases recorded in our health centres may also be a sign of improving health seeking behavior amongst our people,” Vhoko said.
Statistics show that the number of contacts that were traced and treated for STIs with their partners increased from 619 in 2014 fourth quarter to 1357 in first quarter 2015.

Mayor’s Christmas Cheer Fund to be launched

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Mayor’s Christmas Cheer Fund to be launched
By Moses Ziyambi

City of Masvingo Mayor, Hubert Fidze is set to launch the 2015 Christmas Cheer Fund on the 23rd of October to mobilise resources for charity as has become customary to give the needy people in the city a reason to smile over the festive season.
Well-wishers are encouraged to attend the launch which will be done in the Mayor’s reception room at the Civic Centre.
“Once again Christmas festivities are a few weeks away and our less fortunate citizens, the elderly, the poor and the disabled need our generosity to give them a little cheer during the festive season,” reads part of the notice.

                   Masvingo mayor Hubert Fidze

Meanwhile, those who wish to start donating prior to the date can “contact the Acting Chamber Secretary, so that sufficient publicity is given,” reads the notice.
The Acting Chamber Secretary, Vitalis Shonhai can be contacted during office hours on (039) 2662241.local

Dzimbahwe Arts Festival kicks off, grows bigger and better

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Dzimbahwe Arts Festival kicks off, grows bigger and better
…Prof Zvobgo bemoans absence of national dress

Itai Muzondo/ Upenyu Chaota
Masvingo – Running under the theme, Reclaiming Our Africanness Now, the eighth edition of the Dzimbahwe Arts Festival (DAF) kicked off last night at Masvingo’s Charles Austin Theatre with breathe taking performances from local, national and regional artistes.


GZU Vice Chancellor Prof Rungano Zvobgo

Supporting acts from Award winning Intwasa Cultural Dance Group, upcoming Sahwira Mbira Group and intriguing stand-up comedian Doc Vikela kept the audience on their toes for the better part of the night.
Speaking ahead of the three day event, GZU Vice Chancellor Professor Rungano Zvobgo said Dzimbabwe has remained one of the major events by the university which help to sell and make people understand the Zimbabwean culture and heritage.
“Culture defines who we are. This is why GZU has the mandate to educate the nation through such festivals what it means to be Zimbabweans. Those who do not know the importance of being Zimbabwean let alone African have resorted to adopt the kill culture and to them, I say shame,” Zvobgo said.
“We do not know how to define ourselves. Since independence, we do not know how to dress. When we visit other countries, you can easily recognise a Nigerian or a South African because of dressing. It is different when it comes to Zimbabwe where you can only recognise your fellow after he or she has spoken a word from our native languages.
“GZU should then ponder in advancing our role as a college that advocates for advancement of African Culture and Heritage until we realise the importance of our fore father’s butter trading tradition as compared to the mare exchange of notes and coins,” added Zvobgo.

Masvingo businessman Machingambi dies

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By Upenyu Chaota

Masvingo businessman Henry Machingambi has died. He was 54. Machingambi died at his Rhodene house yesterday and was known to be a kidney patient.

Machingambi owned Kismet butchery and Gonyohori abattoir.

“Machingambi was found dead in the early hours yesterday. He suffered from renal failure and has been battling kidney problems for a long time. Three weeks ago he was in India seeking treatment,” said a close family member.

Machingambi was a very active member in the cattle ranching business with over a thousand herds.

He was also the treasurer of the Zimbabwe Commercial Farmers’ Union (ZCFU).

Beef farmers in Masvingo were saddened by Machingambi’s death.

“Machingambi was an exemplary figure; he was one of the best beef farmers in the province. He was always available to assist farmers in Masvingo and he contributed immensely to the beef industry in the country. We have lost an irreplaceable character,” said Robert Makado, chairperson of the Masvingo Beef Producers’ Association.

He is survived by two wives and four children. Burial arrangements are yet to be announced.

 

Tsvangirai insists on grand coalition

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Tsvangirai insists on grand coalition
…warns against greediness

Itai Muzondo/ Upenyu Chaota
Masvingo – MDC – T leader Morgan Tsvangirai has insisted for a grand coalition with all the opposition parties ahead of the 2018 elections, if they are to remove Zanu PF from power.
Morgan Tsvangirai
Speaking at the burial of former Masvingo Mayor Fermius Chakabuda, Tsvangirai said grand coalition was the way to go but was quick to warn other oppositional parties not to concentrate on positions, but to sacrifice for the benefit of the ordinary Zimbabweans.
“Let’s forget about fighting each other and concentrate on the sole purpose of transforming the livelihoods of the people of Zimbabwe. We need to work together so that we can achieve this mazvinzwa vaMavhaire (are you listening Mr Mavhaire),” Tsvangirai said.
Mavhaire was kicked out of Zanu PF early this year for allegedly aligned to the former Vice-President Joice Mujuru and since then he was linked to People First.
“We are now in the same team and we need our collective efforts to score the goal we want. It’s not about positions but conditions. Let’s work together and rescue the nation. Let us forget about internal fights, they are normal. Those who work to be buried at the Heroes Acre let them do so. We are there to work to improve the lives of the people of Zimbabwe,” Tsvangirai said.
Meanwhile, Tsvangirai described the late Chakabuda as Mr Masvingo who unites all people from across the divide.
“Chakabuda was a humble, simple man with a big heart. He played a critical role in improving the lives of the people of Masvingo and the country at large. The void he left will be difficult to fill,” Tsvangirai added.
Chakabuda collapsed while bathing at his Morning Side house on Tuesday morning and was confirmed dead upon admission at Makurira Memorial Clinic.

BREAKING NEWS ….Former Masvingo mayor Chakabuda dies

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BREAKING NEWS ….Former Masvingo mayor Chakabuda dies
By Tell Zimbabwe Reporter
Movement for Democratic Change (MDC-T) former mayor for Masvingo, Fermius Chakabuda, has died. Chakabuda collapsed at his Morning Side house in the early hours today and was rushed to Makurira Memorial Clinic where he was confirmed dead.
The late former Masvingo mayor Fermius Chakabuda

Close relatives confirmed the sad development and said his body was still at Makurira clinic. When Tell Zimbabwe crew visited Makurira clinic, scores of people among them MDC-T members, council officials, Reformed Church in Zimbabwe (RCZ) and Zanu PF members were gathered at the clinic to pay their last respects. More details to follow
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