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Bulawayo Ward 12 Councillor appeals for active resident participation in ward meetings
Bulawayo Ward 12 Councillor Maziwakibo Masuku has urged residents to actively participate in and attend ward meetings, emphasizing that they play a crucial role in the community’s growth and develop...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 19:26hrs | 214 | by Stephen Jakes
WATCH: Belarus fire engine malfunction, Gwanda Fire Brigade struggles
A Toyota Runx was completely gutted by fire this afternoon outside Gwanda city centre, near the NSSA complex along the Bulawayo-Beitbridge Road, after the Gwanda Fire Brigade faced challenges in extin...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:45hrs | 351 | by Staff reporter
TTI Boss Lizwe Mabuza: The Philanthropic Visionary Driving Bulawayo's Social Responsibility Agenda
In an era where corporate social responsibility (CSR) is often reduced to buzzwords and token gestures, one man stands as a testament to genuine commitment towards community upliftment. Lizwe Mabuza, ...Published: 16 Nov 2024 at 20:08hrs | 3440 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Violent storms leave trail of destruction
Recent heavy rains accompanied by strong winds have caused significant damage to public infrastructure across Zimbabwe, with schools, health facilities, homes, and shops among the worst affected. The ...Published: 15 Nov 2024 at 08:26hrs | 346 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Energy Minister reveals shocking decline in electricity generation
Zimbabweans face unrelenting power outages, with homes and businesses left without electricity for over 18 hours daily. The crisis stems from failing infrastructure at Hwange Thermal Power Station and...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 15:25hrs | 1237 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo residents face damage as heavy rains bring flooding
The onset of the rainy season has caused widespread damage in Bulawayo, with homes, vehicles, and properties affected by flash floods following three days of heavy downpours. The rains have overwhelme...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:27hrs | 282 | by Staff reporter
Mucheke bridge under construction damaged by floods
A second key bridge under construction across the Mucheke River in Masvingo is feared to have sustained severe damage following today’s heavy floods. The bridge, being built by Masimba Construction,...Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 07:49hrs | 1696 | by Staff reporter
Joint venture to upgrade Harare-Nyamapanda Road
The Zimbabwean Cabinet, under the leadership of Honourable Anxious Masuka, Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, convened to review the latest developments on the 202...Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 06:57hrs | 202 | by Staff reporter
Traffic congestion worsens in Bulawayo CDB
Commuters and motorists in Bulawayo are increasingly frustrated by the non-functioning traffic lights at the intersection of Khami Road and Basch Street, just outside the central business district (CB...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 06:46hrs | 1633 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe MPs go 9 months without allowances
In an unusual display of cross-party solidarity, Members of Parliament (MPs) in Zimbabwe have voiced their dissatisfaction regarding delayed disbursements of allowances, which they claim are severely ...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:50hrs | 830 | by Staff reporter
Tshololotsho North lacks basic social amenities
Councillors from Tsholotsho North constituency have highlighted water, health, and education as the most pressing challenges facing their communities, urging their Member of Parliament, Libion Sibanda...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:34hrs | 112 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe power outages to ease as Hwange Unit 7 returns to operation
The Zimbabwean government has assured citizens that severe power outages affecting the country will ease this weekend as Hwange Unit 7, recently down for maintenance, is set to resume operation. The u...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:32hrs | 372 | by Staff reporter
Heavy rains, strong winds cause damage in Midlands province
Heavy rains accompanied by fierce winds swept through Zimbabwe's Midlands province on Wednesday evening, leaving a trail of destruction but fortunately causing no injuries. Several structures in the r...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 16:52hrs | 731 | by Staff reporter
One-stop-shop for Victoria Falls road upgrade
The Zimbabwean government has established a one-stop-shop to streamline coordination between key stakeholders and expedite the finalisation of a concession agreement for the rehabilitation of the Beit...Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 07:54hrs | 1150 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe ranked among scariest countries to drive in
Zimbabwe has been identified as the third scariest country in the world to drive in, according to a recent survey conducted by Scrap Car Comparison, a UK-based guide website. Scoring 6.9 out of 10, Zi...Published: 24 Oct 2024 at 08:06hrs | 2817 | by Staff reporter
BCC to punish companies discharging acid effluent in sewer system
Bulawayo City Council has been. Asked to consider punishing companies that discharge non complying effluent into the sewer system.Ward ...Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 07:24hrs | 55 | by Stephen Jakes
PHOTOS: Daisy Mtukudzi's car repaired and ready for collection
Daisy Mtukudzi, the daughter of the late music legend Oliver Mtukudzi, has announced that her car, which was recently damaged in an accident, has been successfully repaired and is back in top conditio...Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 13:18hrs | 449 | by Staff reporter
Foreign-funded NGO reports partisan distribution of food aid in Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Peace Project (ZPP) has raised alarming concerns over the politicization of food aid distribution in rural areas, with reports indicating that opposition supporters are being systematical...Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 09:07hrs | 332 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo to shut down water supply for maintenance work
The City of Bulawayo has announced a citywide water shutdown scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024, to facilitate maintenance work by the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (Zesa) at the Criterio...Published: 15 Oct 2024 at 08:29hrs | 154 | by Staff reporter
Cars impounded by BCC up for auction in 30 days
Motorists in Bulawayo are grappling with exorbitant storage fees imposed by the city council for impounded vehicles, leading some to confront charges that exceed the value of their cars. Reports indic...Published: 13 Oct 2024 at 12:30hrs | 1817 | by Staff reporter
Wife busts hubby as he buys double bed, fridge for his lover
A dramatic scene unfolded in Harare yesterday when Togarasei Matemera was caught red-handed by his wife, Ruth, while trying to leave a shop with a double bed and refrigerator he had purchased for his ...Published: 12 Oct 2024 at 17:55hrs | 1578 | by Staff reporter
Used pads cause major sewer blockages in Bulawayo
Bulawayo residents are frequently frustrated by burst sewer pipes, often blaming the local authority for failing to maintain infrastructure. However, a recent revelation from the city's environmental ...Published: 11 Oct 2024 at 15:53hrs | 294 | by Staff reporter
Zinara claims to be liquid to rehabilitate roads
The Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) has pledged to continue rehabilitating and constructing roads across the country, assuring the public that it has secured sufficient funds for these ...Published: 10 Oct 2024 at 07:48hrs | 531 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF MP accused of extorting funds from land-seeking citizens
BUHERA North legislator Philip Guyo (Zanu PF) is facing accusations of looting and extorting funds from desperate land-seekers in Chitungwiza to finance his 2023 electoral campaign, according to membe...Published: 08 Oct 2024 at 15:08hrs | 430 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Bad Zimbabwe road users to repair damages
Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister, Felix Mhona, has warned road users, particularly mining and brick-moulding companies, that those responsible for damaging newly-rehabilitated roads ...Published: 08 Oct 2024 at 07:24hrs | 2378 | by Staff reporter
Raw sewage floods PWD centre in Bulawayo
A Bulawayo-based organization dedicated to supporting persons with disabilities (PWDs) is sounding the alarm over a health crisis at its premises, which have been inundated with raw sewage for weeks. ...Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 08:31hrs | 1303 | by Staff reporter
Plumtree council suspends ambulance services due to breakdown
Residents of Plumtree and the general public are being urged to make alternative arrangements for medical emergencies, following the announcement that the town's council ambulance is currently out of ...Published: 03 Oct 2024 at 13:21hrs | 249 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: UK tourists brave potholed Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway
Tourists from the United Kingdom were spotted navigating the infamous Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway, one of Zimbabwe's most dilapidated roads, notorious for its deep potholes and uneven surfaces. Th...Published: 03 Oct 2024 at 13:12hrs | 1518 | by Staff reporter
Used clothes take Zimbabwe by storm
Kimberley Dube takes great care with her appearance. She always looks sharp and fashionable in smart-looking jeans, t-shirts, sweatpants, tops, and designer sneakers."I love jeans - can't get ...Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 11:24hrs | 621 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo, TTI rake in over US$600,000 in parking, clamping fees
Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has reported a successful partnership with parking management company Tendy Three Investments (TTI), generating over US$600,000 in revenue from parking fees and vehicle cla...Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 07:51hrs | 457 | by Staff reporter
'Zimbabwe public properties an eyesore'
National Housing and Social Amenities Minister Zhemu Soda has called for immediate action to renovate government properties across Zimbabwe, describing many as uninhabitable and unsightly. Speaking at...Published: 01 Oct 2024 at 14:26hrs | 207 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo pegs 2025 budget at US$309m
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has unveiled a proposed budget of US$309 million for 2025, marking a 17% increase from the US$264 million budget for 2024. The proposal, presented by the Finance and De...Published: 30 Sep 2024 at 07:44hrs | 134 | by Staff reporter
Controversy erupts over Harare's public toilet fees
The City of Harare (CoH) is facing backlash after introducing fees ranging from 50 cents to one US dollar for residents wishing to use public toilets. This decision has sparked outrage, prompting Zimb...Published: 28 Sep 2024 at 12:13hrs | 1708 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo works to restore iconic clock tower with Swiss support
This morning, the City of Bulawayo Mayor David Coltart met with some of engineers at the historic clock tower to assess the necessary repairs needed to restore the iconic clock and its bells to full f...Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 10:54hrs | 597 | by Staff reporter
Magwegwe High School students injured after classroom ceiling collapse
Several 'A' Level learners at Magwegwe High School in Bulawayo suffered injuries last Friday when a classroom ceiling collapsed during a lesson. The injured students were rushed to Mpilo Central Hospi...Published: 19 Sep 2024 at 07:29hrs | 321 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo residents face rates hike
Bulawayo residents may face higher rates and rentals next year as the city council considers revising various levies, along with introducing special road and water levies. This was revealed during the...Published: 15 Sep 2024 at 09:58hrs | 375 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo's iconic water fountain restored to its former glory
The once-silent water fountain at Bulawayo Centre, a cherished landmark that had been a symbol of nostalgia and a popular gathering spot for over a decade, has been revived to its former glory. The fo...Published: 14 Sep 2024 at 12:12hrs | 1483 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's govt in another promise to fix Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway
The government has pledged to reconstruct the perilous Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway, which has become notorious for its hazardous conditions and frequent accidents. Despite numerous previous promis...Published: 10 Sep 2024 at 07:34hrs | 1097 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt to withhold payment for shoddy road repairs
Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona has announced that the government will withhold payment from construction companies that deliver substandard work on road repair projects...Published: 09 Sep 2024 at 09:21hrs | 3843 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa extends road rehab
President Mnangagwa has extended the state of disaster for Zimbabwe's road infrastructure network until December 31, 2026, following the initial declaration on February 23, 2021. This extension is for...Published: 08 Sep 2024 at 09:30hrs | 104 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa extends roads state of disaster declaration
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has extended the state of disaster for Zimbabwe's road network for another two years. The extension, announced through Statutory Instrument (SI) 151 of 2024, ensur...Published: 06 Sep 2024 at 07:32hrs | 159 | by Staff reporter
Chief Mathema of Matabeleland South appeals for Gwanda roads rehab
Chief Brave Mathema from Gwanda, Matabeleland South, has made a heartfelt appeal to the government to address the poor state of rural roads in the district. He expressed frustration over the neglect o...Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 07:17hrs | 137 | by Staff reporter
Victoria Falls road conditions a deepening crisis for Zimbabwe's tourism hub
Victoria Falls, renowned as one of the world's most awe-inspiring natural wonders, is facing an alarming infrastructural crisis that threatens both local residents and the vibrant tourism industry tha...Published: 04 Sep 2024 at 10:15hrs | 4669 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo residents resort to swamps for water
Bulawayo is facing a severe water crisis, with many suburbs going weeks without running tap water. Residents are forced to use unhygienic water sources in swampy areas and practice open defecation due...Published: 04 Sep 2024 at 07:52hrs | 143 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo explores suburban aquifers to beat water shortages
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is exploring the possibility of tapping into aquifers in Nkulumane, Nketa, and Hope Fountain to address severe water shortages caused by drought. The city has ...Published: 29 Aug 2024 at 16:08hrs | 259 | by Staff reporter
Hwange Power Station Unit 8 fault resolved
Zimbabwe's load-shedding is expected to improve following the resolution of a technical fault at Hwange Power Station Unit 8, which is now awaiting synchronization. ZESA Holdings is taking multiple st...Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 15:24hrs | 622 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo whiz-kid creates pothole repair drone
Rahil Bhavan, an 18-year-old student from Christian Brothers' College (CBC) in Bulawayo, has developed a drone equipped with a machine-learning algorithm designed to detect and map potholes for repair...Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 10:07hrs | 6536 | by Staff reporter
Poor road network cause for concern
On a late Thursday afternoon, commuters traveling on the Kadoma-Sanyati Road face challenging conditions with dusty roads, curves, and potholes. The poor state of the road has led to dangerous...Published: 21 Aug 2024 at 09:37hrs | 653 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe police arrested over 200 people during Sadc summit crackdown
State of Zimbabwe's major highways worries motoristsMotorists traveling between Beitbridge and Harare or Bulawayo are increasingly frustrated with the unfinished state of major road sections, whic...Published: 18 Aug 2024 at 13:53hrs | 375 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa ally's pointed rebuke of Mnangagwa
In absence, Zambian President Hichilema Hakainde cast a shadow at President Emmerson Mnangagwa's parade on Saturday as he assumed the rotational chairmanship of SADC.Mnangagwa had pulled all s...Published: 18 Aug 2024 at 13:10hrs | 1388 | by Staff reporter
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