Marko Phiri

Marko Phiri is a freelance journalist based in Zimbabwe. He has written for numerous Catholic publications including The Tablet, The Irish Catholic and America Review. He is a published author whose work also appears in the Kalahari Review.

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Despite a dry spell exceeding 30 days, the cowpea plants at Malala village in Beitbridge district, Zimbabwe, are still going strong. The leaves and peas supply families with more diverse nutrition options. Catholic Relief Services provided training and drought-resistant seeds to help farmers produce a harvest even during droughts. (CRS/Richard Savo)

Climate-impacted farmers in Zimbabwe get boost from Catholic agencies

As an El Niño-induced drought hits Zimbabwe's rural areas, Catholic agencies such as Caritas and Catholic Relief Services are exploring long term climate resilience solutions to address food security concerns.

AMR Sr. Grace Moyo, a teacher at the AMR Secondary School in Lupane, Zimbabwe, poses with participants in the Binga Kasambabezi Marathon. AMR sisters organized their students to take part in the Oct. 21, 2023, race, whose theme was "Running for our wildlife conservation" as part of efforts to educate young people about the environment. (Courtesy of AMR)

Catholic sisters in rural Zimbabwe promote environmental awareness

Servants of Mary the Queen sisters are engaging young learners in public campaigns to raise environmental awareness and end illegal exploitation of Zimbabwe's natural resources. 

Priests under watch ahead of Zimbabwe elections

South Africa rolls up welcome mat for Zimbabwe workers

Dedicated to giving hope to young people

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