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Zimbabwe road accidents up 20%

Zimbabwe has witnessed a 20% rise in road traffic accidents during the second quarter of 2025, according to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat), prompting renewed calls for motorists to exercise caution on the country's roads…

Published: 10 hrs ago | 50 | by Staff reporter

Harare's major road to be closed for 5 days

The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development (MoTID) has announced a temporary five-day closure of Glenara Road in Harare to allow for essential rehabilitation works. The closure, part of the government's Emergency Road Rehabil…

Published: 13 Oct 2025 at 07:26hrs | | by Staff reporter

Harare-Mazowe road dualisation opens key sections

A major milestone in Zimbabwe's road infrastructure upgrade was achieved yesterday with the opening of a 3.3km stretch of the Harare-Mazowe road dualisation project, bringing relief to motorists long burdened by congestion along the busy r…

Published: 10 Sep 2025 at 08:54hrs | 214 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo-Victoria Falls road width to be widened

The Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road, currently eight metres wide, is set to be widened by an additional four metres, bringing it to 12 metres upon completion.Government has awarded contracts to five reputable firms â€“ Fossil Contracting, Mas…

Published: 05 Sep 2025 at 07:05hrs | 285 | by Staff reporter

Multiple ZIMRA checks on Beitbridge - Harare roads excessive

Cross-border traders have raised concerns over what they describe as excessive and duplicated inspections by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) and law enforcement along the Beitbridge - Harare highway, warning that the practice length…

Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 22:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Harare-Mazowe Road dualisation begins

Work has begun on the long-awaited dualisation of the Harareâ€“Mazowe Road, with contractors now on site to transform one of Zimbabwe's busiest highways.The project is expected to ease congestion, reduce travel times, and improve road safe…

Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 06:49hrs | 349 | by Staff reporter

Temporary road closures for Mabvuku Interchange project

Motorists on the Harare - Mutare Highway will face traffic diversions from September 9, 2025, as construction begins on the new Mabvuku Traffic Interchange, a key infrastructure project aimed at easing congestion along one of the country's…

Published: 20 Aug 2025 at 09:02hrs | | by Staff reporter

Road accidents spike over Heroes & Defence Forces holidays

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has reported a worrying increase in road traffic accidents during the 2025 Heroes and Defence Forces holidays, with fatalities and injuries rising sharply compared to last year.According to police statist…

Published: 14 Aug 2025 at 10:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

2 dead, 2 injured in fiery Plumtree road crash

Two people lost their lives and two others sustained serious injuries in a horrific early morning crash on Monday involving a Botswana-registered haulage truck and a Honda Fit along Plumtree Road, just before the Mganwini turn-off bridge i…

Published: 12 Aug 2025 at 19:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZCC blames Zimbabwe govt for road carnage

The Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC) has urged the government to take responsibility for the recent surge in road traffic accidents, pointing to the failure to resuscitate a reliable public transport system as a key underlying cause.The …

Published: 11 Aug 2025 at 08:57hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo-Vic-Falls Road rehab to take 10 months

The rehabilitation of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road is gaining significant momentum, with five contractors now actively working on different segments of the critical trade and tourism corridor. The Government has set an ambitious 10-mon…

Published: 07 Aug 2025 at 20:15hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe road accidents drop 12,5%

Zimbabwe has recorded a notable decline in road traffic accidents during the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest Transport Statistics Report released by the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat).The report shows that 12â…

Published: 01 Aug 2025 at 08:15hrs | | by Staff reporter

Spiritual cleansing sought after deadly Chitungwiza road accident

A wave of fatal accidents on the Harare-Chitungwiza highway has prompted a rare spiritual alliance, as religious and traditional leaders unite in calling for a cleansing ceremony to end what many believe is a "spirit of death" haunting the…

Published: 30 Jul 2025 at 15:10hrs | 108 | by Staff reporter

Prioritise local labour on Bulawayo-Vic Falls road project

Hwange East legislator Joseph Bonda has called on the government to prioritise the employment of local people in the ongoing rehabilitation of the Bulawayoâ€“Victoria Falls Highway, a critical national infrastructure project.Speaking durin…

Published: 29 Jul 2025 at 17:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Tourism hopes derailed by neglected road infrastructure

Hopes of transforming Kariba into a premier tourist destination are being undermined by chronic neglect of road infrastructure, with stakeholders voicing growing frustration over the government's inaction.The deteriorating condition of the…

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 14:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZRP arrests over 1,000 in Harare road crackdown

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested 1,050 people in Harare since launching a major operation targeting pirate taxis, touts, and reckless drivers, in an effort to restore sanity on the capital's roads.The operation, which began …

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 08:46hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe road traffic accidents jump to 28,159 in 6 months

A deadly collision along Harare's Seke Road on Tuesday has once again spotlighted Zimbabwe's deepening road safety crisis. The horrific crash, which claimed 17 lives-including two pedestrians-has become a grim symbol of an increasingly dan…

Published: 27 Jul 2025 at 11:21hrs | | by Staff reporter

Here's who won Zimbabwe govt's biggest road tenders

The Ministry of Transport handed out millions of dollars' worth of contracts for roadworks in the first quarter of the year. Here are some of the biggest winners.Top of the pile? FossilFossil Contracting landed a US$363 million contract to…

Published: 04 Jul 2025 at 14:30hrs | | by Staff reporter

Residents demand accountability over CDF

Frustrated residents across Masvingo province have written to their elected representatives demanding transparency and accountability in the use of Constituency Development Funds (CDF) and ploughback funds, citing a lack of progress on bas…

Published: 30 Jun 2025 at 13:06hrs | 71 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's 2 595 councillors to blow US$1 million

An estimated US$1 million of ratepayers' money is set to be spent as 2,595 councillors from Zimbabwe's 92 local authorities prepare to attend a brief meeting with President Emmerson Mnangagwa - the second such indaba in just seven months.T…

Published: 26 Jun 2025 at 09:08hrs | 143 | by Staff reporter

Sibanda calls for ban on road coal transport to revive NRZ

Outspoken Zanu-PF Bulawayo provincial chairperson Jabulani Sibanda has called for a ban on the transportation of coal by road, urging the government to enact laws that protect the ailing National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) and the country'…

Published: 21 Jun 2025 at 14:34hrs | 410 | by Staff reporter

2 killed in horrific accident

Business activities along Cripps Road in Graniteside came to a halt recently after abnormal load trucks passed through the area, causing widespread disruption.Tragedy struck in Hurungwe on Friday when a container truck carrying over 20 pas…

Published: 16 Jun 2025 at 14:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

Detours are currently being constructed along Bulawayo - Victoria Falls Road

The Government has named five local contractors who have commenced work on the rehabilitation of the vital Bulawayo - Victoria Falls Road, a 435-kilometre highway crucial for tourism and regional trade in Zimbabwe. The Ministry of Transpor…

Published: 16 Jun 2025 at 14:38hrs | 56 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo council faces power cuts

The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) risks further electricity disconnections as the Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC) enters the final phase of its prepaid meter installation programme, targeting all service po…

Published: 09 Jun 2025 at 08:38hrs | 90 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road rehab begins without official tender winners

Preparations for the long-awaited rehabilitation of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road are now at an advanced stage, with detours under construction to maintain traffic flow during the works.The 435-kilometre stretch, a vital corridor for to…

Published: 09 Jun 2025 at 08:37hrs | 353 | by Staff reporter

Harare council warns of road closures

Harare drivers should prepare for significant traffic disruptions on Saturday, June 7, 2025, as the City of Harare has announced widespread road closures in the Central Business District (CBD) to commemorate World Bicycle Day.According to …

Published: 03 Jun 2025 at 11:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Final phase of Harare-Beitbridge highway resume

Construction works on the outstanding sections of the Harare-Beitbridge Highway have resumed in earnest, with contractors now on-site to complete the final 88 kilometres of the 580-kilometre flagship project.The long-awaited Harare-Masving…

Published: 11 May 2025 at 13:21hrs | 4909 | by Staff reporter

Construction of homesteads underway ahead of new Old Gwanda road project

Construction of the first of 42 homesteads earmarked for families set to be relocated for the development of the new Old Gwanda Road is progressing well, with groundwork for the larger infrastructure project also firmly in motion.Zwane Ent…

Published: 01 May 2025 at 08:37hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo-Victoria Falls road upgrade to begin next month, claims govt

The long-awaited rehabilitation of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road is finally taking shape, with Government confirming that construction work is set to commence next month. The project, which is expected to take approximately 10 months to…

Published: 29 Apr 2025 at 18:45hrs | 4554 | by Staff reporter

7 injured in Binga road accident

Seven people were injured in a terrifying accident on Saturday night when a commuter omnibus, travelling near Chilila in Binga, developed a mechanical fault and rolled backwards on a slope. The vehicle narrowly avoided plunging into a deep…

Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 13:39hrs | 768 | by Staff reporter

Old Gwanda Road rehabilitation begins

Preparations for the much-anticipated rehabilitation of the Old Gwanda Road have officially begun, marking a significant move towards improving the region's road network. The project, which is expected to enhance road conditions and stimul…

Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:36hrs | 352 | by Staff reporter

4 more interchanges for Harare, 0 for Bulawayo

The Government is set to significantly boost Harare's road infrastructure with the construction of four new interchanges, as part of its broader development agenda aimed at improving traffic flow and safety across the capital.The Ministry …

Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:11hrs | 5309 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo reveals road rehabilitation plan

The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has requested authorization to utilize part of its allocation from the Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) for the procurement of tools, plant, and equipment aimed at the rehabilitation and constr…

Published: 14 Mar 2025 at 06:52hrs | 1878 | by Staff reporter

Zinara allocates ZiG11.6bn for road rehabilitation in 2025

The Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA) has set aside ZiG11.6 billion for the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme 2 (ERRP2) this year, marking a significant increase from the ZiG4.6 billion disbursed under the same programme…

Published: 12 Mar 2025 at 07:43hrs | 526 | by Staff reporter

Steady progress in Bulawayo-Nkayi Road rehab

The rehabilitation of the Bulawayo-Nkayi Road has gained momentum, with the contractor working on a 23km stretch from Inyathi Business Centre, affirming the Second Republic's commitment to infrastructure development in Matabeleland North P…

Published: 12 Mar 2025 at 07:41hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mining companies initiate major overhaul for Cross Dete-Binga road

The Cross Dete-Binga Road is set for a major rehabilitation this month, following a partnership between the Government and two mining companies in Matabeleland North province. This development aims to accelerate roadworks on critical secti…

Published: 11 Mar 2025 at 07:16hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mohadi assures Government support for Old Gwanda Road project

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the construction of the Old Gwanda Road, a major infrastructure project aimed at boosting rural industrialisation and fostering economic growth in Matabeleland South. During a trad…

Published: 01 Mar 2025 at 09:04hrs | 385 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to lead Old Gwanda Road groundbreaking ceremony

Zwane Enterprise, the investor behind the ambitious upgrading of Old Gwanda Road, has partnered with eight companies to execute the 120km road construction project, which is set to cost approximately US$150 million. The project, which will…

Published: 01 Mar 2025 at 09:02hrs | 302 | by Staff reporter

Bus driver banned road accident

A CAG Travellers Coaches driver, Thomas Chokuda, has been fined US$300 or three months in prison after being convicted of negligent driving. The incident occurred along the Harare-Chirundu Road on September 17, 2024, when the bus he was dr…

Published: 12 Feb 2025 at 11:41hrs | 450 | by Staff reporter

Old Gwanda Road works to move 24 graves

A groundbreaking ceremony attended by Government ministers, traditional leaders, and community members has marked the official start of construction work on the Old Gwanda Road. The $110 million Public-Private Partnership project, set to r…

Published: 09 Feb 2025 at 11:23hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter

Modern homes for old Gwanda Road displaced families

The reconstruction of the 120km Old Gwanda Road in Matabeleland South has begun, bringing significant benefits to the region while also necessitating the relocation of 42 families. The project, valued at US$150 million, includes modern roa…

Published: 06 Feb 2025 at 07:35hrs | 382 | by Staff reporter

Road to SA Golf Challenge resumes

The Bard Santner Road to SA Golf Challenge resumed on January 18, reinvigorating Harare's golfing and business community after a brief festive season break. As the next round approaches on February 8, excitement is building for another day…

Published: 24 Jan 2025 at 18:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Haddon and Sly, Amaya Mall shut in latest Zimra crackdown

Scores of traders operating at Haddon and Sly Building and Amaya Mall in Bulawayo's central business district were locked out yesterday after the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) closed the premises as part of a nationwide crackdown targ…

Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 10:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road a death trap

A recent near-fatal accident along the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Highway has shed light on the growing dangers posed by abandoned burst tyres left on the road by haulage truck drivers. Mr. Thomas Chauke witnessed the incident when a Honda Fi…

Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 10:18hrs | 1168 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's highways: A deadly gamble for travelers

Zimbabwe's highways, once celebrated as vital connectors across the nation, have turned into perilous traps, claiming thousands of lives over the past decade. A spate of bus accidents has sparked a national debate, raising questions about …

Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:32hrs | 61 | by Staff reporter

10 die in early festive road accidents

As the Christmas and New Year holidays approach, ten people have lost their lives, while several others sustained injuries, some seriously, in three separate road accidents reported this week.In the most recent incident on Thursday morning…

Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 11:03hrs | 149 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to commission new Shurugwi-Mhandamabwe highway

The Second Republic continues to achieve significant milestones in modernisation and infrastructure development, with President Mnangagwa expected to commission the newly-resurfaced Shurugwi-Mhandamabwe Highway in Shurugwi today.This road …

Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 06:42hrs | 244 | 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 projects. Zinara board chairperson Geor…

Published: 10 Oct 2024 at 07:48hrs | 538 | by Staff reporter

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 will face heavy fines and be forced to …

Published: 08 Oct 2024 at 07:24hrs | 2394 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe govt gets thumbs up for DBOT for roadworks

Economists have asserted that adopting the Design, Build, Operate, and Transfer (DBOT) model for road infrastructure development in Zimbabwe is crucial to curbing corruption and ensuring quality workmanship. This call comes in light of ong…

Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 08:46hrs | | by Staff reporter

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