Just in Zimbabwe's Tourism Market Expansion gained significant traction in Sydney, Australia, as the country intensified its strategic engagement with the Australian travel trade through a high-level Tourism Industry Roundtable convened by the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) and the Zimbabwe Embassy in Australia. Bringing together more than 50 Australian Tour Wholesalers, Tour Operators and Travel Agencies at Ace Hotel, the engagement advanced Zimbabwe's drive to grow market share, stimulate destination demand and unlock new Tourism business opportunities in one of its key long-haul source markets. Addressing the Industry leaders, the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry Hon Barbara Rwodzi, reaffirmed Zimbabwe's Engagement and Re-Engagement agenda under the guiding principles of "Zimbabwe is Open for Business" and "Zimbabwe is a Friend to All and an Enemy to None," positioning the country as a safe, peaceful and competitive African destination for Leisure, Investment and Business Tourism while underscoring the enduring ties between Zimbabwe and Australia. Highlighting Tourism as a strategic economic growth pillar, Minister Rwodzi showcased Zimbabwe's globally acclaimed attractions, including Victoria Falls, Great Zimbabwe, Lake Kariba, Hwange National Park and the Eastern Highlands, while encouraging the Australian travel trade to promote longer Tourist stays that generate higher Tourism expenditure and wider community benefits. She further outlined Zimbabwe's Cluster-based Tourism development strategy, drawing attention to expanding opportunities in Rural Tourism, Religious Tourism, Community-based Tourism, Culture and Heritage Tourism and Sports Tourism, with the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, to be co-hosted by Zimbabwe, Namibia and South Africa. #ExperienceZimbabwe #NhakaYedu #IlifaLethu #OurHeritage #ThisIsUs #ZimBho👍

*OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* _Courtesy of GLOPRESS | Segan GloMedia_ *RUM & ROOTS LANDS AT OMNI AI FILM FESTIVAL 2026 — UNSW SYDNEY | FOUNDERS* Harare, Zimbabwe — 26 July 2026 — Zimbabwean filmmaker Adelaide ‘Segan’ Ganyani announces that her AI-powered short film _RUM & ROOTS_ has been officially selected for the OMNI AI FILM FESTIVAL 2026. The film will screen at UNSW SYDNEY | FOUNDERS, joining a global lineup of stories pushing the edge of what AI and cinema can do together. Set in rural Hwange, “Where Tradition, Wine and Wilderness Unite Us” follows Zuri, a filmmaker from the diaspora, and Tinashe, a young man reclaiming his family’s baobab wine legacy. It’s a story of memory, loss, and renewal — told through Zimbabwean roots and built with AI tools. After showings in London and at AI for Good 2026, _RUM & ROOTS_ continues its journey. This Sydney selection puts African innovation and heritage on one of the world’s biggest AI film stages. “This is bigger than a screening,” said Adelaide Ganyani. “It’s proof. That our stories matter. That our tools are here. That a claypot in Hwange can speak to a room in Sydney. This is for every young creative in Africa building with what they have.” #GLOPRESS #RUMANDROOTS #OMNIAIFilmFestival #UNSWFounders #SydneyScreening #AfricanStorytelling #AIForCinema #SeganGloMedia

Honoring the hands, the land, and the stories in every bottle 🍷🌳 Nhaka Baobab Harvest Wine — crafted from indigenous baobab fruit, rooted in Hwange heritage and ancestral wisdom 🌍✨ Official screening and presentation of the exclusive Nhaka Baobab Harvest Wine by Adelaide Segan Ganyani 🎬

_ Schwiiz, mir chöme! _ Sommelier Joseph T. Chivero 🥂 — The mentor who first believed in Tinashe. He revived our family’s baobab winemaking legacy and is now taking Nhaka Baobab Harvest Wine to the AI for Good Film Festival 2026 in Geneva. Zuri Blackstone 📸 and Tinashe Sawanga 🍷 — Our leads, now settling in Switzerland. From the claypot in Hwange to the alpine peaks, they carry a story of heritage, identity, and ancestral memory to the world. RUM & ROOTS screens 9 July — a story of tradition, wine, and wilderness from Hwange to the world. #AIForGood2026 #RumAndRoots #ZimbabweanFilm #NhakaBaobabHarvestWine

_ Schwiiz, mir chöme! _ I’m proud to share that I, Adelaide Segan Ganyani, will be at the *AI for Good Film Festival 2026* in Geneva, Switzerland. _RUM & ROOTS_ will screen on 9 July — a story of tradition, wine, and wilderness from Hwange to the world. #AIForGood2026 #RumAndRoots #ZimbabweanFilm #SeganGloMedia

_Schwiiz, mir chöme! Switzerland here we come!_ _Eschwiiz, mir chöme! Switzerland here we come!_ Switzerland here we come! Tinashe and Zuri are headed to Switzerland, the land of alpine peaks, precision, and world-renowned wine culture for the _AI for Good Film Festival_ screening on _9 July 2026_. _What’s happening:_ - _Film screening_: _Rum & Roots_ by Adelaide Segan Ganyani screens at the AI for Good Film Festival - _Global stage_: A story from Hwange, told with AI, celebrating heritage, identity, and ancestral memory _Meet the leads:_ - _Zuri_: The Filmmaker 📸, capturing stories that refuse to let heritage fade - _Tinashe_: The Traditional Wine Maker 🍷, guardian of the claypot, the baobab, and the roots - _Sommelier Joseph T. Chivero_: The Mentor 🥂, who first believed in Tinashe and took Nhaka Baobab Harvest Wine to the world #RumAndRoots #AIForGood2026 #SwitzerlandScreening #GlobalAIFilmFestival #SeganGloMedia

OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtesy of GLOPRESS | Segan GloMedia RUM & ROOTS SELECTED FOR AI FOR GOOD FESTIVAL 2026 Harare, Zimbabwe — 4 July 2026 — Award-winning Zimbabwean filmmaker Adelaide ‘Segan’ Ganyani is proud to announce that her AI-generated short film RUM & ROOTS has been officially selected for screening at the AI for Good Film Festival 2026. The screening will take place on 9 July 2026 as part of the global AI for Good initiative convened by the International Telecommunication Union [ITU]. Titled “Where Tradition, Wine and Wilderness Unite Us”, RUM & ROOTS is set in rural Hwange, Zimbabwe. The film follows Zuri, a Black American explorer, and Tinashe, a young villager reviving his family’s traditional baobab winemaking. It explores themes of heritage, identity, and ancestral memory — blending Zimbabwean storytelling with AI-driven filmmaking. This selection follows the film’s successful showcase at London’s Africa Film Festival, marking another milestone in bringing authentic African narratives to international platforms. “This is a celebration of Zimbabwean culture, innovation, and the power of storytelling,” said Adelaide Ganyani. “RUM & ROOTS proves that African stories told with technology and heart can resonate globally. I dedicate this to every young creative in Zimbabwe and across Africa who dares to dream.” #GLOPRESS #RUMANDROOTS #AIForGood2026 #ZimbabweanFilm #SeganGloMedia

Hwange Local Board Chairperson Councillor Peterson Ncube today took time to tour some of Council’s ongoing development projects as part of efforts to appreciate the progress being made on key initiatives aimed at improving service delivery and local economic activity. Among the projects visited was the newly established vegetable market stall at Empumalanga’s DRC section, a facility expected to provide vendors with a more organised, clean and conducive trading environment while enhancing convenience for residents. The visit reflects Council’s continued commitment to monitoring the implementation of its projects and ensuring that developments on the ground respond to the needs of the community. Such initiatives are part of Hwange Local Board’s broader drive to improve livelihoods, support small businesses and create orderly trading spaces across the town.

Hwange Local Board Ward 6 Councillor Mlungisi Zhanero has welcomed the signing of lease agreements and allocation of bays to vendors at the newly established vegetable market stalls at Empumalanga's DRC Shopping Centre, describing the development as a major step towards improving orderliness and cleanliness within the trading area. Councillor Zhanero said the formal allocation of trading spaces will help create a well-organised marketplace, enhance hygiene standards, and provide vendors with a secure and conducive environment to conduct their businesses. He added that the initiative reflects Hwange Local Board's commitment to supporting small-scale traders while improving service delivery and the overall appearance of the shopping centre. The new market stalls are expected to bring convenience to both vendors and customers, promote compliance with local regulations, and contribute to the growth of the local economy through structured and sustainable informal trading. #HwangeLocalBoard #EmpumalangaDRC #MarketDevelopment #SupportingVendors #CleanEnvironment #LocalEconomicGrowth #ServiceDelivery #BuildingHwangeTogether

Hwange Local Board Ward 10 Councillor Samuel "Barrakki" Tshuma joined pupils, teachers, parents and other stakeholders at Mabinga Primary School in commemorating the Day of the African Child, a day dedicated to reflecting on the rights, welfare and development of children across the continent. The commemorations provided an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of children while also highlighting the importance of ensuring access to quality education, healthcare, protection and equal opportunities for every child. Learners participated in various activities and presentations that underscored the significance of the day and the role of communities in nurturing the next generation. Adding colour and excitement to the event was Hwange's premier arts ensemble, Shangano Arts, whose captivating performances entertained attendees while conveying important messages on children's rights, education and cultural identity. The Day of the African Child is observed annually on June 16 in honour of the young people who participated in the 1976 Soweto Uprising and serves as a reminder of the need to continue investing in the well-being and future of Africa's children. #DayOfTheAfricanChild #Hwange #MabingaPrimarySchool #ShanganoArts #ChildrenFirst #EducationForAll #BuildingTheFutureTogether

Hwange Local Board Chairperson, Councillor Peterson Ncube, and Town Secretary, Pastor Ndumiso Mdlalose, are among local authority officials attending the 2026 Local Authorities Performance Evaluation Feedback Session. The session provides an important platform for local authorities to receive feedback on their performance, share experiences, and discuss strategies for improving service delivery, governance, accountability, and sustainable development within their communities. Participation in such engagements reflects Hwange Local Board’s commitment to continuous improvement and the adoption of best practices that enhance the quality of services provided to residents. The insights and recommendations gathered during the session will contribute to strengthening Council’s efforts to build a more efficient, responsive, and development-oriented local authority. #HwangeLocalBoard #ServiceDelivery #LocalGovernance #PerformanceEvaluation #CommunityDevelopment #BuildingHwangeTogether #ZimbabweLocalGovernment

PANEL SPOTLIGHT: CULTURE IN A GLASS 🍷🌍 At the INDYWOOD INTERNATIONAL AI CINEFEST, Adelaide Segan Ganyani will speak on the cultural heartbeat of Rum & Roots — how African tradition, story, and identity come alive through new technology. She’ll explore the role of TRADITIONAL BAOBAB WINE in the film: a sacred, rum-infused elixir rooted in the ancestral “round” of Great Ancestor Nhaka, reimagined through modern winemaking. Through Tinashe’s journey in Hwange, the wine becomes a symbol of cultural continuity — where heritage meets innovation, and Zimbabwean identity stays rooted while evolving. This is African storytelling powered by AI, grounded in soil, craft, and legacy. #RumAndRoots #BaobabWine #AfricanHeritage #AICinefest #SeganGlomedia