PRESS STATEMENT On Penhalonga Mine Disaster Date: 06 January 2024. 

Youth Development Initiative Trust (YDIT) in partnership with Manica Youth Assembly (MAYA) and Centre for Research for Peace And Development In Africa (CRPDA) condemn the tragic accident that occurred at Redwing Mine, Manicaland. The partnership expresses deep sorrow and utter condemnation of the tragic accident at Redwing mine in Penhalonga, Manicaland on the 4th of …

Happy year end and beginning of a New one!! 

Dear esteemed stakeholders and passionate volunteers, As we bid farewell to an eventful and fruitful year 2023, we wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude and extend our warmest wishes for a joyful and prosperous New Year. This exciting year has been an incredible journey filled with countless accomplishments and momentous milestones, all …

National Tree Planting Day in Action

Much appreciation to Mutare Urban Councilors, Community members, City of Mutare Community Service Department and MAYA volunteers who participated in today’s #nationaltreeplantingday. Total of 210 trees planted. As Manica Youth Assembly, we believe that tree planting is one of the most important actions that we should do consistently as a way of reclaiming our environment …

Loadshedding poses a risk of causing environmental havoc on our ecosystems existence

The current sustained pressures on Zimbabwe’s environment especially forests is directly linked to the energy crisis that has been affecting the country at large over a long period. Environmentalists including institutions such as the Forestry Company and EMA, who also are the main stewards of the environment all agree that the country has lost a …

Tree planting festive season is upon

As we continue to witness the devastating effects of climate change on our planet, it has become more imperative than ever to take proactive measures to protect our environment and promote sustainability. We, at Manica Youth Assembly (MAYA), are dedicated to doing our part in combating climate change and preserving the environment for future generations. …

Illegal brick moulders degrade Mutare land

By Jussa Kudherezera & Samantha Zengeni A serious Environment threat has taken toll in Dangamvura Gimboki, Lack of employment opportunities for young and middle aged people are a driving force behind illegal brick making which is destroying the environment. There is a resulting loss of animal and insect habitat. The brick moulders use wood-fired kilns, …

Cutting down of trees is rampant

Cutting down trees in Zimbabwe continues unstopped, especially in tobacco-growing areas. What is worrisome is cutting down without replacing or planting new ones to allow for time to replenish those being cut.Deforestation is a cause for concern for everyone. Our fresh air is under threat. The Constitution states that we have a right to a …

International Youth Day

By Jussa Kudherezera MAYA joins the rest of the world in commemorating Youth Day, whose theme for 2023 is “Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World“. The theme aptly captures the technological era we are in, which is driven by technology and innovation; traits which are vested in the youths as they were born …

Kudos to City of Mutare for renovating recreational facilities

By Jussa Kudherezera Manica Youth Assembly commended Mutare City Council for embarking on renovations of recreational facilities in the city. Mutare City Council has given heed to our longstanding calls for refurbishments of recreational facilities. Manica Youth Assembly (MAYA) a youth-led organisation representing the youth constituency in Mutare City in the Budget Committee, we are …

5th EDITION OF THE ZIMBABWE DEBT CONFERENCE

Zimbabwe’s debt burden has grown exponentially over the years from $700 million in 1980 to the current 23 billion dollars in 2023 which has led to the World Bank calling to place Zimbawe as a debt distressed country wihere  debt has steadily grown  from 48 percent of GDP in 2013 to an estimated 85% in …