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All is set for CGAIZ annual conference in Victoria Falls

The Chartered Governance and Accounting Institute in Zimbabwe (CGAIZ) annual conference is already drawing in delegates to Victoria Falls, where excitement is building ahead of tomorrow's official opening. Set against the breath-takin…

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 16:36hrs | 490 | by Agencies

Victoria Falls to host high-stakes conference

The Corporate Governance and Accounting Institute of Zimbabwe (CGAIZ) will hold its highly anticipated annual conference next week in Victoria Falls, bringing together thought leaders, policymakers, and industry professionals from Septembe…

Published: 13 Sep 2025 at 13:50hrs | 42 | by Staff reporter

Businessmen allege police misconduct in assault case

An assault case involving prominent Bulawayo businessman Bekezela Moyo and the owners of Pottery Industries has taken a dramatic twist, with the latter accusing the police of mishandling investigations and succumbing to possible political …

Published: 10 Sep 2025 at 08:47hrs | 25 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe ranked among world's best countries to visit

If 2025 is the year you're finally planning that big trip, travel experts say Zimbabwe and Morocco should be high on your list. Global travel platform Kayak has named both countries among the world's best places to visit in 2025, drawing o…

Published: 10 Sep 2025 at 08:47hrs | 126 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls airport shatters passenger records

Victoria Falls International Airport (VFIA) is experiencing an unprecedented boom, smashing pre-pandemic records and cementing its status as a leading regional aviation hub, thanks to a surge in Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events…

Published: 21 Aug 2025 at 08:52hrs | 423 | by Staff reporter

Blue Train service between Pretoria and Vic Falls relaunched

South Africa's national railway company, Transnet, has re-launched its iconic luxury tourist train service connecting Pretoria and Zimbabwe's tourism capital, Victoria Falls. The Blue Train arrived in Victoria Falls early Thursday morning,…

Published: 08 Aug 2025 at 13:08hrs | 67 | 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 | 1517 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa backs Victoria Falls cricket stadium project

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reiterated his government's full backing of the construction of a world-class 10,000-seater cricket stadium in Victoria Falls, a major infrastructure project expected to elevate Zimbabwe's status in interna…

Published: 05 Aug 2025 at 18:32hrs | 1018 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls sewer system condemned

The Victoria Falls City Council has come under fire after it was found to be discharging substandard raw effluent into a nearby river, in violation of environmental regulations - a revelation that has raised serious public health and envir…

Published: 03 Aug 2025 at 10:02hrs | 94 | by Staff reporter

Renewed scrutiny for Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe's crown jewel of tourism and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - has come under fierce scrutiny from environmentalists amid allegations of unchecked commercial development threatening the area's ecological integrity.The concerns have b…

Published: 25 Jul 2025 at 14:07hrs | 210 | by Staff reporter

Fastjet links Bulawayo to Victoria Falls

Fastjet Zimbabwe has announced the introduction of a new domestic route between Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, with flights scheduled to commence on Friday, 08 August 2025.The award-winning airline will operate the new service four times a w…

Published: 23 Jul 2025 at 17:09hrs | 831 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls in danger

One of Africa's most celebrated natural wonders, Victoria Falls, is facing mounting threats from climate-related water risks, particularly recurrent droughts, according to a newly released global analysis by the World Resources Institute (…

Published: 13 Jul 2025 at 11:39hrs | 590 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe disability expo 2025 set to launch in Victoria Falls

The Zimbabwe Disability Expo 2025 is set to kick off tomorrow at Chinotimba Stadium in Victoria Falls, with President Emmerson Mnangagwa scheduled to officiate at the opening ceremony on Friday.Spanning three days, the event promises to be…

Published: 24 Jun 2025 at 09:29hrs | 161 | by Staff reporter

Man survives vicious lion attack near Victoria Falls

A 29-year-old man from the Woodlands Resettlement Area near Victoria Falls is lucky to be alive after surviving a savage lion attack over the weekend, in an incident that has reignited community fears over escalating human-wildlife conflic…

Published: 17 Jun 2025 at 17:51hrs | 1364 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls: A world wonder at risk as Bulawayo-Victoria Falls road crumbles

A weekend trip to Victoria Falls offers breathtaking experiences - from a serene breakfast at Makuwa Kuwa Restaurant, perched on the cliffs of Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, to mesmerizing views stretching across Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswa…

Published: 07 Jun 2025 at 10:45hrs | 3026 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls Airport set for major security upgrade

The Airports Company of Zimbabwe (ACZ) has unveiled plans to upgrade the Integrated Security System at three of the country's key international airports - Victoria Falls International Airport, Robert Mugabe International Airport, and Joshu…

Published: 05 Jun 2025 at 09:57hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter

Spike in wildlife poaching alarms Victoria Falls conservationists

The Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit (VFAPU) has raised the alarm over a surge in wildlife poaching, with at least seven animals killed in April alone, including three buffaloes, one kudu, and three hornbills. In the same period, two elep…

Published: 01 Jun 2025 at 14:09hrs | 44 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls conservationist faces $2 million lawsuit

Victoria Falls-based wildlife painter and conservationist Larry Benjamin Norton is preparing to defend himself against a US$2 million lawsuit filed by Scanner Investments, the developers of Baines Restaurant. The dispute stems from Norton'…

Published: 30 May 2025 at 12:17hrs | 875 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls shines on global stage, road a growing concern

Zimbabwe's crown jewel, the majestic Victoria Falls, continues to captivate the world's attention, registering a significant rise in international tourist arrivals in the first quarter of 2025. According to the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife …

Published: 05 May 2025 at 18:52hrs | 1569 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls in full glory as Zambezi water levels surge

The Zambezi River's rising water levels have dramatically amplified the splendour of Victoria Falls, creating a breathtaking natural showcase that is drawing the attention of both local and international tourists. This was revealed by Info…

Published: 29 Apr 2025 at 19:34hrs | 1237 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls tax haven takes solid shape

The Zimbabwean government has taken a bold step toward transforming Victoria Falls into a leading regional financial hub with the establishment of the Victoria Falls International Financial Services Centre (VFIFSC), a multi-currency specia…

Published: 29 Apr 2025 at 12:06hrs | 671 | by Staff reporter

South Africa travel agents explore Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe's tourism sector has received a significant boost with the arrival of top South African travel agents in Victoria Falls for a three-day familiarisation tour. The visit, organised by the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), aims to pr…

Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:08hrs | 233 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway collapse becomes national disgrace

The deteriorating state of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Highway has become a national scandal, exposing Zimbabwe's infrastructure decay under Zanu-PF rule. Once a vital link between the country's second-largest city and its premier tourist …

Published: 12 Mar 2025 at 16:09hrs | 1556 | by Staff reporter

Sir Alex Ferguson visits Victoria Falls

Legendary former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is currently in Zimbabwe, where he was spotted at the iconic Victoria Falls. The Scottish football icon, known for his incredible 26-year tenure at the helm of Manchester United,…

Published: 02 Mar 2025 at 16:47hrs | 3283 | by Staff reporter

Vehicle rebate abuse: 34 convicted, 3 000 cases under probe

Authorities in Zimbabwe are investigating over 3,000 cases of alleged abuse of the civil servants vehicle rebate scheme, with 34 individuals already convicted. The government is intensifying its efforts to combat corruption and address the…

Published: 21 Jan 2025 at 13:42hrs | 330 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls businessman dies in tragic road accident

Victoria Falls businessman Njabulo Nyathi (47), affectionately known as JB, died in a car accident on Sunday morning alongside another resident, Noah Mapako. The accident occurred in the early hours as the pair was driving from KoWalter dr…

Published: 21 Jan 2025 at 13:41hrs | 1087 | by Staff reporter

Tourists flock to Victoria Falls despite misleading reports

As the festive season unfolded, Victoria Falls, the heart of Zimbabwe's tourism industry, came alive with an influx of visitors from around the world, despite misleading rumors suggesting that the iconic waterfall was drying up. Tourists, …

Published: 29 Dec 2024 at 08:45hrs | 778 | by Staff reporter

Government orders councillors to reinstate town clerk

The Zimbabwean government has instructed Victoria Falls city councillors to immediately reinstate suspended town clerk, Mr. Ronnie Dube, and restore order within the local authority.Mr. Dube was suspended on December 2 by the city's mayor,…

Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:44hrs | 209 | by Staff reporter

Multi-million-dollar scandal rocks Victoria Falls council

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has uncovered a massive corruption scandal involving high-ranking officials at Victoria Falls City Council, including Mayor Tuso Moyo and Town Clerk Ronnie Dube. The investigation, which revea…

Published: 04 Dec 2024 at 06:49hrs | 982 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls Town Clerk named Zimbabwe's best CEO for 2024

Victoria Falls City Town Clerk, Mr. Ronnie Dube, has been awarded Zimbabwe's Best Performing Chief Executive for 2024 by the Zimbabwe CEO's Network, an organization dedicated to advancing leadership excellence through peer mentorship, focu…

Published: 28 Nov 2024 at 16:56hrs | 3606 | by Staff reporter

Chamisa's disqualified ally takes case to Supreme Court

The disqualified independent candidate for the Victoria Falls City Council Ward 1 by-election, Ephias Mambume, has filed an appeal at the Supreme Court challenging the High Court's decision to bar him from contesting the November 30 poll.M…

Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 15:10hrs | 258 | by Staff reporter

Zanu PF's Tonderai Mutasa sworn-in as Victoria Falls councillor

Zanu PF's Tonderai Mutasa was sworn-in as councillor for Ward 1 in Victoria Falls on Thursday after independent candidate Ephias Mambume was disqualified by the Electoral Court.Mambume's disqualification followed a challenge filed by Mutas…

Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 15:01hrs | 137 | by Staff reporter

Chamisa's candidate disqualified from Victoria Falls by-election

The independent candidate for the upcoming Victoria Falls council by-election, Ephias Mambume, has been barred from contesting after a court ruled that he was ineligible due to unpaid council rates. The decision comes less than two weeks b…

Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 12:58hrs | 831 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls to get two new upmarket hotels

Zimbabwe's premier tourist destination, Victoria Falls, is set to see the construction of two luxury hotels, valued at a combined US$114.3 million, which will significantly boost the city's hospitality offerings. According to the Zimbabwe …

Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 06:49hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Customs experts gather in Victoria Falls

CUSTOMS experts from East and Southern Africa are gathered in Victoria Falls for a strategic meeting that seeks to discuss a variety of issues including coming up with a draft strategy, and excise management guidelines as well as enhancing…

Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 07:03hrs | 100 | by Staff reporter

Legal challenge in Victoria Falls by-election over payment of rates

Victoria Falls Ward 1 candidate for Zanu-PF, Tonderai Mutasa, has filed a legal challenge with the Electoral Court, disputing the nomination of independent candidate Ephias Mambume, who is widely seen as a supporter of CCC leader Nelson Ch…

Published: 03 Nov 2024 at 10:11hrs | 179 | 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 Beitbridge-Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Highway.…

Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 07:54hrs | 1171 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls Road set for immediate upgrade

The Government has approved a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with Bitumen World to rebuild the Beitbridge-Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road, with work set to begin immediately. This was announced by Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Ser…

Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 07:46hrs | 1453 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo - Victoria Falls Highway now a death trap

Tragedy struck on Wednesday night when two people died, and their bodies were burnt beyond recognition following a head-on collision between two South African-registered haulage trucks on the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road. The accident occu…

Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 07:57hrs | 873 | by Staff reporter

Ex-Victoria Falls Mayor defects to Zanu-PF

Former Victoria Falls mayor Somvelo Dlamini has defected from the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) to join Zanu-PF, citing the ruling party's achievements under the Second Republic and the support he received from them. Dlamini officia…

Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 15:13hrs | 497 | by Staff reporter

UK-based lawyer in Victoria Falls area land grabbing storm

Gregory Philip Mabuza, a lawyer based in the UK who frequently visits his hometown of Victoria Falls, is embroiled in a contentious land dispute in Monde, a suburb of Victoria Falls. Mabuza, who claims to have been allocated land by the la…

Published: 20 Aug 2024 at 10:59hrs | 843 | by Staff reporter

Journalist wins SADC Night Flight Voucher

Bulawayo24.com journalist, Simbarashe Sithole has won one of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) domestic Tourism Night Flight voucher during the draw held Thursday evening at the prestigious Heritage Village in Harare.Speaki…

Published: 16 Aug 2024 at 16:11hrs | 1510 | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Victoria Falls cricket stadium project kicks off

Construction has begun on the Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium in Victoria Falls, a key project for Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) in partnership with the government and the International Cricket Council (ICC). This 10,000-seater venue, …

Published: 21 Jul 2024 at 10:09hrs | 339 | by Staff reporter

Fire incident disrupts flights at Victoria Falls airport

A fire incident on Wednesday night disrupted flight operations at Victoria Falls International Airport earlier today. In a statement, Elijah Chingosho, the Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ), confirmed that…

Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 12:57hrs | 39 | by Staff reporter

Fire guts Shearwater Adventures flat in Victoria Falls

A Fire burnt a flat at Bongoland in Victoria Falls on Friday evening.The flat is one of the block of apartments owned by Shearwater Adventures where the tour operating company's workers reside.Only one flat was burnt as firefighters arrive…

Published: 07 Jul 2024 at 19:32hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Pope's representative tours Victoria Falls

Archbishop Janusz Stanislaw UrbaÅ„czyk, the newly appointed Roman Catholic Church's Apostolic Nuncio to Zimbabwe, visited Victoria Falls on Wednesday as part of a three-day tour of the Hwange Diocese. His visit includes launching the Year …

Published: 05 Jul 2024 at 11:03hrs | 26 | by Staff reporter

FlyNamibia to launch direct flights to Victoria Falls

FlyNamibia is gearing up to commence flights between Windhoek and Victoria Falls in April, marking a significant milestone in Zimbabwe's regional network expansion strategy. The announcement was delivered by the Airports Company of Zimbabw…

Published: 18 Feb 2024 at 14:00hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

Destination Zimbabwe, especially Victoria Falls, continues to rise after hosting SÃ£o TomÃ© and Principe Prime Minister Patrice Trovoada, who was on a private holiday with his family, making him the latest high-profile personality to visit…

Published: 30 Dec 2023 at 08:15hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Fastjet suspends Victoria Falls-Maun route due to low bookings

Zimbabwe's low-cost airline, Fastjet, has suspended its flights from Victoria Falls to Botswana's tourism capital, Maun, just a year after launching the then seemingly lucrative route in June 2022.The airline faced low bookings and recentl…

Published: 23 Nov 2023 at 05:38hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls attracts excellent reviews

Zimbabwe's premier tourist attraction Victoria Falls is the 10th best-rated natural wonder of the world, with 86,57% of visitors rating the wonder "excellent". According to a statistics from compiled by Titan Travel using figures from Trip…

Published: 27 Oct 2023 at 19:15hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

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