With support from Switzerland, ARC Group makes a total of US$32 million climate insurance payouts to assist people affected by drought in Zimbabwe

04.07.2024 — Press releases Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe, 04 July 2024 – The Government of the Republic of Zimbabwe has received an insurance payout of US$ 16. 8 million following its participation in the African Risk Capacity (ARC) Group disaster financing mechanism, designed to help African Union (AU) member states plan, prepare and better respond to extreme weather events. 

Remarks by Ambassador Stéphane Rey at the opening of the Post-election Review Workshop in Zimbabwe.

28.03.2024 — Position Zimbabwe

Honourable Guests, Distinguished Participants, Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is my honour to address you today as we convene for the Post-election Review Workshop of the Youth Capacity Building Programme in Zimbabwe. 

Acceptance speech by Swiss Ambassador, Mr. Stéphane Rey at the Diplomat of the Year Awards Ceremony 2024

25.03.2024 — Position Zimbabwe

Transforming Lives: UNICEF's 1000 Days of Social Cash Transfer Programme in Chipata, Zambia

16.02.2024 — Article Zimbabwe
In the bustling town of Chipata, Zambia, nestled amidst the rolling hills of the Eastern Province, a remarkable initiative is quietly reshaping the lives of vulnerable women and girls. 

Seeds of Change: Empowering Youth through OYE Initiative

16.02.2024 — Article Zimbabwe
In the rural heartlands of Zimbabwe and Zambia, where the sun kisses the earth and the fields stretch endlessly, a quiet revolution is taking root. 

Accept me as I am – Zvandiri

16.02.2024 — Article Zimbabwe
Although the HIV/AIDS situation in Africa has improved in recent years, medication can still be difficult to obtain, and those affected continue to struggle against stigmatisation and social exclusion. 

Switzerland helps bring about climate-resilient agriculture in Zimbabwe

16.02.2024 — Article Zimbabwe
The European Union and Switzerland are investing over €200 million (CHF187 million) in projects to make Zimbabwe, in southern Africa, more food secure and resilient to climate change. At the heart of one initiative is a goat that does not get milked.

Embassy of Switzerland bids farewell to Mrs. Christelle Melly, political maestro and peace advocate

14.12.2023 — Local news Zimbabwe
In a heartfelt farewell ceremony at the Embassy of Switzerland in Zimbabwe, colleagues gathered to bid adieu to Mrs. Christelle Melly, a seasoned diplomat known for her exceptional skills in political coordination and strategic acumen. 

Office closure for team event on 03 November 2023

02.11.2023 — Local news Zimbabwe
We are pleased to announce that our entire team will be going on a team event on Friday, 3 November 2023. 

Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation convene a partners meeting in Harare

01.11.2023 — Article Zimbabwe
Recognizing that the complexity of development cooperation requires strong collaboration with implementing partners, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) recently organised a partners’ meeting in Harare to provide a platform for dialogue and enhancing cross-learning between and among international organisations, NGOs and other relevant stakeholders. 

Switzerland launches new bilateral cooperation programme worth over USD$60 million with Zimbabwe.

26.10.2023 — Article Zimbabwe
Switzerland has launched a new bilateral cooperation programme with Zimbabwe as it celebrated its Federal Constitution’s 175th anniversary.

Embassy bids farewell to Director of International Cooperation in Harare, Mr. Manuel Thurnhofer

30.08.2023 — Local news Zimbabwe
On 25 August, Embassy staff led by the Head of Mission, H.E. Ambassador Stéphane Rey bid farewell to the Director of International Cooperation (Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)) at the Harare Office, Mr. Manuel Thurnhofer.

With support from Switzerland, ARC Group makes a total of US$32 million climate insurance payouts to assist people affected by drought in Zimbabwe

04.07.2024 — Press releases Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe, 04 July 2024 – The Government of the Republic of Zimbabwe has received an insurance payout of US$ 16. 8 million following its participation in the African Risk Capacity (ARC) Group disaster financing mechanism, designed to help African Union (AU) member states plan, prepare and better respond to extreme weather events. 

Switzerland and APOPO launches a US$1 million mine clearance project in Southern Zimbabwe for the safe return of land to the local communities

14.12.2021 — Press releases Zimbabwe
Switzerland, through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), has provided US$ 1 million to APOPO Mine Action for clearing a dense minefield in the Sengwe Wildlife Corridor in southern Zimbabwe for the next two years. 

Switzerland reiterates its support for the Museum of African Liberation

03.12.2021 — Press releases Zimbabwe
Harare, 03 December 2021 – Switzerland has restated its support for the Museum of African Liberation following the handover of Information and Communication Technology equipment that will be used for the digitalisation and archiving of documents. 

Switzerland and Zimbabwe Handball Federation unveils new training kit for the National Team

21.10.2021 — Press releases Zimbabwe
The Embassy of Switzerland and the Zimbabwe Handball Federation have unveiled a new training kit for the Zimbabwe handball U21 men national team for use during their forthcoming African Handball Cup of Nations campaign to be staged in Morocco in early 2022.

Swiss Companies in Zimbabwe Launch Business Chamber

11.06.2021 — Press releases Zimbabwe
HARARE, 11 JUNE 2021 – Swiss companies based in Zimbabwe have launched the Swiss-Zimbabwe Business Chamber, which will focus on promoting the development of economic and commercial trade between Switzerland and Zimbabwe. 

Switzerland strengthens community skills in Zimbabwe’s urban centres through WFP

24.02.2021 — Press releases Zimbabwe
Switzerland through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) has provided US$7 million in new funding to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), which will go directly towards assisting families living in Zimbabwe’s urban areas to strengthen their skills and ability to cope in the face of economic and climate shocks. 

Clearing landmines from a crucial African wildlife corridor

17.12.2020 — Press releases Zimbabwe
In Zimbabwe, landmines affect not only local populations but also their precious livestock and wildlife. Thanks to an initial start-up grant from the US government, followed by another grant and strong support from the Swiss Embassy in Harare, APOPO is set to begin clearing landmines along the Cordon Sanitaire minefield that affects the Sengwe Wildlife Corridor this month. APOPO’s goal is to clear the assigned area by Zimbabwe’s 2025 landmine-free deadline, releasing local populations and endangered wildlife from the threat of landmines and opening up eco-tourism opportunities. 

Speech by Federal President Simonetta Sommaruga to Swiss nationals abroad on the occasion of the 2020 Swiss National Day on 1 August

01.08.2020 — Press releases Zimbabwe

Dear Swiss nationals abroad,

Today I am at Eichholz, a popular camping and leisure park on the Aare River in Bern.

Switzerland Goes Green: Minister Chasi And The Ambassador Of Switzerland Inaugurates Embassy Solar Project

06.07.2020 — Press releases Zimbabwe
On Monday 06 July, the Minister of Energy and Power Development of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Honourable Fortune Chasi and the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Niculin Jäger inaugurated the Swiss Embassy solar project in Harare.

Switzerland Pledges Additional US$1 Million to Fight Covid-19 in Southern Africa

17.05.2020 — Press releases Zimbabwe
Harare, 17 May 2020 – The Government of Switzerland through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation’s (SDC’s) Regional Programme for Southern Africa, has committed an additional US$1’000’000 to support Southern Africa's COVID-19 preparedness and response.

Switzerland Provides $2.3m to Support Zimbabwe and the Region`s Covid-19 Response Efforts

24.04.2020 — Press releases Zimbabwe
Harare, 24 April 2020 – The Government of Switzerland, through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), has pledged $2.3 million to support Zimbabwe and four other countries in Southern Africa in their response to COVID-19. 

Participation Strengthens Development: The SDC'S Commitment to Good Governance

06.02.2020 — Press releases Zimbabwe
At this year's annual press conference, SDC Director General Manuel Sager presented the latest results from the current 2017–20 dispatch.

Remarks by Ambassador Stéphane Rey at the opening of the Post-election Review Workshop in Zimbabwe.

28.03.2024 — Position Zimbabwe

Honourable Guests, Distinguished Participants, Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is my honour to address you today as we convene for the Post-election Review Workshop of the Youth Capacity Building Programme in Zimbabwe. 

Acceptance speech by Swiss Ambassador, Mr. Stéphane Rey at the Diplomat of the Year Awards Ceremony 2024

25.03.2024 — Position Zimbabwe

Transforming Lives: UNICEF's 1000 Days of Social Cash Transfer Programme in Chipata, Zambia

16.02.2024 — Article Zimbabwe
In the bustling town of Chipata, Zambia, nestled amidst the rolling hills of the Eastern Province, a remarkable initiative is quietly reshaping the lives of vulnerable women and girls. 

Seeds of Change: Empowering Youth through OYE Initiative

16.02.2024 — Article Zimbabwe
In the rural heartlands of Zimbabwe and Zambia, where the sun kisses the earth and the fields stretch endlessly, a quiet revolution is taking root. 

Accept me as I am – Zvandiri

16.02.2024 — Article Zimbabwe
Although the HIV/AIDS situation in Africa has improved in recent years, medication can still be difficult to obtain, and those affected continue to struggle against stigmatisation and social exclusion. 

Switzerland helps bring about climate-resilient agriculture in Zimbabwe

16.02.2024 — Article Zimbabwe
The European Union and Switzerland are investing over €200 million (CHF187 million) in projects to make Zimbabwe, in southern Africa, more food secure and resilient to climate change. At the heart of one initiative is a goat that does not get milked.

Embassy of Switzerland bids farewell to Mrs. Christelle Melly, political maestro and peace advocate

14.12.2023 — Local news Zimbabwe
In a heartfelt farewell ceremony at the Embassy of Switzerland in Zimbabwe, colleagues gathered to bid adieu to Mrs. Christelle Melly, a seasoned diplomat known for her exceptional skills in political coordination and strategic acumen. 

Office closure for team event on 03 November 2023

02.11.2023 — Local news Zimbabwe
We are pleased to announce that our entire team will be going on a team event on Friday, 3 November 2023. 

Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation convene a partners meeting in Harare

01.11.2023 — Article Zimbabwe
Recognizing that the complexity of development cooperation requires strong collaboration with implementing partners, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) recently organised a partners’ meeting in Harare to provide a platform for dialogue and enhancing cross-learning between and among international organisations, NGOs and other relevant stakeholders. 

Switzerland launches new bilateral cooperation programme worth over USD$60 million with Zimbabwe.

26.10.2023 — Article Zimbabwe
Switzerland has launched a new bilateral cooperation programme with Zimbabwe as it celebrated its Federal Constitution’s 175th anniversary.

Embassy bids farewell to Director of International Cooperation in Harare, Mr. Manuel Thurnhofer

30.08.2023 — Local news Zimbabwe
On 25 August, Embassy staff led by the Head of Mission, H.E. Ambassador Stéphane Rey bid farewell to the Director of International Cooperation (Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)) at the Harare Office, Mr. Manuel Thurnhofer.

Embassy resumes normal working hours.

29.08.2023 — Position Zimbabwe
Embassy in Harare resumes normal working hours.