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Stay up to date with the most topical and interesting current affairs discussions in the country, from in-depth looks at Zimbabwe's history and culture, to hard-hitting talk shows with the country's leaders, this is how you keep up to date with what's going on around you!

  1. Africa Tech Kin with Danny that Guy: ICT Integration, Zimbabwe Carbon Credits, Quest Motors EV, MzansiLM, AI Layoffs

    2D AGO

    Africa Tech Kin with Danny that Guy: ICT Integration, Zimbabwe Carbon Credits, Quest Motors EV, MzansiLM, AI Layoffs

    Minister of ICT Tatenda Mavetera tells government ICT directors to "tear down the walls" of siloed digital systems, announces a proposed Digital Government and Data Act that would make interoperability mandatory across all ministries. The segment explains the new Government Service Bus, the harmonised ICT procurement framework, and updated internet penetration figures. The Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife publicly attacks the Gold Standard Foundation for delaying CORSIA recognition of Zimbabwean carbon credits, calling it "an open affront to the objectives of CORSIA." The episode includes a full primer on what carbon credits are, Zimbabwe's history with the Kariba REDD+ project and the 2023 scandal, the rebuild under Statutory Instrument 48 of 2025, and the Cicada Carbon Article 6 milestone now at the centre of the dispute. Quest Motor Manufacturing in Mutare announces plans to begin assembling the BAW Mini Car, Skyworth SUV, and GAC Aion V electric vehicles by August 2026, with a nationwide fast-charging network and a projected 300 to 500 percent increase in employment. University of Cape Town researchers release MzansiLM, an open-source AI language model trained on all 11 official South African languages, including isiNdebele, Sepedi, and Tshivenda. Zimbabwean researcher Simbarashe Mawere is part of the four-person team. Apple agrees to a $250 million class-action settlement over delayed Siri AI features. The episode covers Landsheft v. Apple Inc., the eligible iPhone models, the US-only purchase window, and what Zimbabwean buyers need to know about eligibility. Anthropic signs a deal with SpaceX for full access to the Colossus 1 data centre in Memphis, Tennessee, including over 300 megawatts of compute capacity. The two companies also discuss plans for orbital data centres. Coverage of the 2026 AI-driven tech layoffs at Amazon, Oracle, Meta, Microsoft, Snap, Coinbase, and Cloudflare. Over 92,000 tech workers laid off in 2026 so far. Discussion of AI-washing claims, labour repricing, and what listeners can do. Hosted by Danny that Guy on ZiFM Stereo. Connect with the show: WhatsApp: 0772 168 045 Hashtag: #AfricaTechKin Subscribe to the ZiFM Stereo Current Affairs podcast for weekly episodes.

    27 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Legal Matters with Tsitsi Chiyangwa: Public Participation in Politics

    On this episode of Legal Matters Tsitsi Chiyangwa discusses the topic of Public Participation in Politics. She chats with Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights Programmes Projects Lawyer Agnes Muzondo. Join us weekly for all legal debates and discussions every Monday at 19:05pm only on ZiFM Stereo.

    27 min

  3. MAY 7

    Health Matters with Sitheni Nleya: NatPharm and Recent ARV Medication Discussion

    This week on Health Matters Sitheni discusses NatPharm and the recent ARV medication discussion. We hear from a Board Chairperson and The Managing Director of the National Pharmaceutical Company (NatPharm) in Zimbabwe. Catch Health Matters every Thursday at 20:30pm only on ZiFM Stereo

    25 min

  4. MAY 7

    Business Unusual with Takudzwa: Property Industry in Zimbabwe and Developments Taking Place

    This week on Business Unusual Takudzwa speaks to Property Consultant Brian Shenje about the Property Industry in Zimbabwe and new developments taking place. Catch Business Unusual every Thursday at 19:30pm only on ZiFM Stereo

    37 min

  5. MAY 6

    The Platform with Brian Sithole: Back To School & Teacher Preparation, Grading & Salary increments

    Join Brian Sithole on this weeks episode of #ThePlatform as he discusses Back To School & Teacher Preparation, Grading & Salary increments with the founding President of Educators Union of Zimbabwe (EUZ) Madam Tafadzwa Munodawafachikwangari. For all your weekly social of political news, tune into #ThePlatform every Wednesday from 19:30pm only on ZiFM Stereo

    34 min

  6. MAY 6

    The Gender Agenda with Brian Sithole: Drug and Substance Abuse

    Todays episode of The Gender Agenda with Brian Sithole features a conversation with Team leader of 'For Youths by Youths' Organization Mr Wilbert Jena about Drug and Substance Abuse. Catch #TheGenderAgenda every Wednesday at 19.05pm only on ZiFM Stereo

    17 min
  7. Africa Tech Kin with Danny that Guy: POTRAZ Q4 2025 Report: Data now over 50% of Mobile Revenue, Starlink Market Share

    MAY 6

    Africa Tech Kin with Danny that Guy: POTRAZ Q4 2025 Report: Data now over 50% of Mobile Revenue, Starlink Market Share

    This week on The Africa Tech Kin, Danny that Guy breaks down the POTRAZ Q4 2025 Abridged Sector Performance Report. Internet and data services now account for 50.75% of mobile network operator revenue in Zimbabwe, the first quarter that data has crossed the halfway mark. Active mobile subscriptions reached 16.78 million, mobile data traffic grew 11.27% to 160.33 petabytes, and WhatsApp alone accounted for one in every five megabytes consumed. Operating costs grew nearly twice as fast as revenue, prompting ICT Minister Tatenda Mavetera to task POTRAZ Director-General Dr. Gift Machengete with cost-based pricing reviews. The episode then examines the market share data for fixed internet traffic, where Liquid Intelligent Technologies dropped from 58.9% to 48.41% in a single quarter while Starlink Zimbabwe rose from 26.73% to 35.05%. Liquid's actual data traffic fell in absolute terms, suggesting Starlink is capturing existing heavy users rather than only new subscribers. Danny also covers the Third National Data Privacy Symposium in Bulawayo, where Mavetera revealed Zimbabwe has been nominated by SADC partners to lead regional data protection capacity building. Zimbabwe has now certified 1,070 Data Protection Officers, with 215 added in 2025. After the break, the show explains TN CyberTech Investments Holdings' plan to tokenise live cattle through TN Livestock Trust and list the tokens on the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange, with a 20% annual coupon and the option to redeem for cash or physical livestock. Analysts Kudakwashe Taimo of Fincent Securities and Tafara Mtutu raise concerns about disease, mortality, theft, beef price volatility and regulatory readiness. The episode then looks at the global movement to restrict children's access to social media. Rwanda's ICT Minister Paula Ingabire announced on 29 April that Rwanda is drafting legislation to ban under-16s from Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. The same day, the European Commission issued preliminary findings against Meta under the Digital Services Act for failing to prevent under-13s from accessing Instagram and Facebook, with potential fines of up to 6% of global annual turnover. The final story covers the launch of Amazon Supply Chain Services on 4 May 2026, which opens Amazon's freight, distribution, fulfilment and parcel shipping network to outside businesses. UPS and FedEx shares fell on the news. Hosted by Danny that Guy on ZiFM Stereo. Connect with the show: WhatsApp: 0772 168 045 Hashtag: #AfricaTechKin Subscribe to the ZiFM Stereo Current Affairs podcast for weekly episodes.

    24 min

  8. MAY 5

    Backstage with Patience Musa ft Prince Chigwida

    Todays episode of Backstage with Patience features the talented Prince Chigwida as they talk about music and faith. His music is a powerful blend of traditional instruments and modern beats, inspiring a new generation to embrace their cultural heritage. With a heart for unity and a passion for community, Chigwida's songs uplift and empower, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose. Catch #BackStage every Tuesday at 19.30pm only on ZiFM Stereo

    26 min
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