Inclusion is key in unlocking natural resource wealth.

December 2021 By Kudakwashe Makanda This story starts with a few months back around June 2021, when the Mutoko people were in panic mode, terrified by the tragic news of a possible mining-induced displacement arrangement that was said to be coming their way. A whole community, close to about 4 villages with more than 2000 […]

About the Open Government Partnership

December 2021 Compiled by Tonderai Murape Open government partnership {OGP} is an organization founded by governments and civil society organizations and currently operates in 78 countries. OGP is  commonly defined as a culture of governance based on innovative and sustainable policies and practices  inspired by the principle of transparency and accountability and participation that fosters […]

TRANSPARENCY : A Key Principle in Open Government Partnership.

December 2021 By Cosmas Sunguro Transparency remains a vital cog in the attainment of economic growth of a country. It is a critical component in the Open Government Partnership ( OGP). Zimbabwe as a country needs to consider this important unique model. OGP is regarded as a culture of governance based on innovative and sustainable […]

ZELA Press Statement: Commemorating International Human Rights Day

Date of Issue:10 December 2021 This year’s theme for Human Rights Day is Equality – Reducing inequalities, advancing human rights. The theme is aligned with the United Nation’s 2030 agenda that emphasizes the need to find sustainable solutions for deep-rooted forms of discrimination that have affected the most vulnerable people in society, including women, girls, […]

Vision 2035 for China-Africa Cooperation: What does it mean for Africa?

10 December 2021 Compiled by Obert Bore (Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association) The Forum on China- Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) is a platform that was established for diplomatic engagements between China and Africa on matters of mutual interest. Ever since the establishment of FOCAC in 2000, China has extended huge financial and economic support to African countries. […]

Press Statement: Caledonia’s Listing on Victoria Falls Stock Exchange Advances Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting in the Mining sector

Date: 7 December 2021 On the 2nd of December 2021, Caledonia Mining Corporation, which owns Blanket Mine in Gwanda, was officially listed on the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX)[1], a wholly subsidiary of the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE). The Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX) is a foreign denominated stock market established by the Government of […]

AIEL launches the Environmental Law and Natural Resource Governance (ELNRG) Research Grant

25 November 2021 The Africa Institute for Environmental Law (AIEL)’s plans to launch the African Journal on Environmental Law and Policy are at an advanced stage. AIEL has highlighted that the journal is a strategic response to provide cutting edge scientific knowledge on environmental law and policy in Africa. Speaking during the Training and Consultative […]

International Day of the Girl Child 2021

“Digital generation. Our generation.” 11 October 2021 The history of modern girlhood is entwined with anxieties about cultural norms and cultural change that are foundational to “girlhood” and “girl culture.” Despite these challenges, we appreciate the important role being played by individuals and organisations around the globe who are determined to make the world a […]