The deciduous-vegetated flat terrain of the semi-arid expansive land, the myths surrounding the river and the presence of diverse animal species make the Save Rivervalley yet a perfect destination for wanderers.
Groundnut production in communal areas, the basics
Groundnut grows best in sandy loam soils, with less than 15% clay and a pH between 5.3 and 7.3.
Perspective: Understanding Rural People’s Vulnerability to Climate Change
The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal number 13 is Climate Action. The goal aims at encouraging urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
Emotional Tears
They have created trenches on my face.
Steep depression in the deepest parts, of my heart.
Exploring the prospects of historical tourism in the lowveld
Ecological tourism which is thriving in the bushy and animal-rich lowveld of Zimbabwe can be complemented by heritage and cultural tourism.
Pfumvudza, nutritional gardens and the sustenance of rural livelihoods
I wake up to prepare to go to a local school, which is about 10km away. The school is located in the vicinity of the business centre. On my way, three women who happen to be our neighbours join me on Mondays and Wednesdays, around 5:00 am.
Sustainable Veld Management Systems for Livestock Farmers
Variations in rainfall patterns attributed to climate change have been affecting almost all farming practices in recent years.
Nyangambe Community Wildlife Conservation Project, A Success Story
The community wildlife conservation programme has not only solved human-wildlife conflicts, but has also become a source of revenue and an example of how communities can take a lead in the sustainable management of wildlife resources.
A critique on Zimbabwe’s current PAYE structure: Scenario A
The government of Zimbabwe recently introduced separate PAYE Tax Tables for forex incomes (USD) and local currency incomes (ZWL $), a move which is detrimental to the common earner who gets paid in local currency.
A critique on Zimbabwe’s current PAYE structure: Scenario B
Let’s say the nominal income will move with inflation. In that case, the higher nominal values will be pushed to higher income tax brackets, hence subjected to a higher tax rate despite there being no increase in real income.