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BCC sinks US$600,000 on 4 refuse compactors
Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has invested over US$600,000 in the acquisition of four new refuse compactors to strengthen its refuse collection capacity and improve service delivery throughout the city....Published: 15 hrs ago | 180 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF intensifies campaign in Glen View
Zanu-PF has ramped up its campaign efforts in Glen View South as the party prepares for a decisive by-election on April 12. With all structures mobilized, teams have been deployed for roadshows and do...Published: 15 hrs ago | 138 | by Staff reported
BCC commissions 4 refuse compactors
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) on Wednesday commissioned four new refuse compactors as part of efforts to improve waste collection and maintain cleanliness in the city.The new trucks bring th...Published: 02 Apr 2025 at 17:50hrs | 134 | by Staff reporter
Dog attacks on the rise in Bulawayo
Bulawayo is grappling with an alarming increase in dog bites, prompting the local council to implement stronger measures to address the issue and curb the rising number of incidents.According ...Published: 28 Mar 2025 at 05:46hrs | 368 | by Staff reporter
Surely, my life is far more meaningful and fulfilling than Wicknell's ever will be!
I was recently watching a video of a radio interview featuring the controversial and scandal-riddled so-called "businessman", Wicknell Chivayo. As expected, he wasted no time in boasting about...Published: 25 Mar 2025 at 21:48hrs | 597 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe's crocodile farming industry sets global standard
ZIMBABWE'S crocodile farming sector has set a new international benchmark with the commissioning of a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant at Padenga Agribusiness's Kariba facility. The US$1.2 ...Published: 22 Mar 2025 at 12:14hrs | 351 | by Staff reporter
Tonnes of abandoned nets retrieved from Lake Kariba
Lake Kariba has seen a major environmental breakthrough with the retrieval of seven tonnes of ghost nets, marking a significant step in the fight against plastic pollution in Zimbabwe's water bodies....Published: 22 Mar 2025 at 12:13hrs | 2299 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo assures residents of water safety
Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has announced that it has resumed pumping safe drinking water to Tshabalala after rectifying a fault that had led to contamination concerns.Last week, residents in ...Published: 19 Mar 2025 at 06:55hrs | 454 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo tap water smells like sewage?
The City of Bulawayo has launched an investigation into suspected water contamination in Tshabalala following reports of foul-smelling tap water in the area. The incident, which was reported on Monday...Published: 18 Mar 2025 at 12:52hrs | 356 | by Staff reporter
Trump's US is looking for a political showdown with South Africa
The debate on Ebrahim Rasool's public expulsion as South Africa's ambassador to the US has focussed on the wisdom of his remarks. But this debate misses the substantive issues at stake. First, the pub...Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 13:44hrs | 1276 | by Adam Habib
Police vow enforcement against all illegal vendors
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has pledged to assist municipalities and other security agencies in clearing vendors from the streets following a 48-hour ultimatum issued by Local Government and Pu...Published: 15 Mar 2025 at 10:12hrs | 213 | by Staff reporter
'Do side hustles,' Mark Ngwazi encourages musicians
Popular Sungura musician Mark Ngwazi, of Njanja Express, has encouraged fellow musicians to pursue side hustles to improve their lifestyles.The "Taurai Madzoka" hitmaker emphasized that many m...Published: 14 Mar 2025 at 19:56hrs | 391 | by Simbarashe Sithole
Massive pothole at busy Bulawayo intersection causes havoc
A massive pothole, roughly the size of two beds, has developed at the intersection of Lobengula Street and Third Avenue in Bulawayo, posing a significant challenge for motorists navigating in and out ...Published: 13 Mar 2025 at 06:57hrs | 2787 | by Staff reporter
Govt orders clearance of 'illegal' vending sites within 48 hours
The Government has directed all local authorities to clear illegal vending sites within 48 hours as part of a nationwide crackdown on unregulated trading activities, citing serious public health, secu...Published: 13 Mar 2025 at 06:56hrs | 253 | by Staff reporter
Gweru mayor blames sewer blockages on dumped pets, utensils
Gweru Mayor Martin Chivhoko has blamed costly sewer blockages on residents who improperly dispose of waste, including dead pets, sanitary products, and kitchen utensils, in sewer manholes.Spea...Published: 12 Mar 2025 at 15:08hrs | 68 | by Staff reporter
USAID staff told to shred and burn classified documents
Staff at the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have been told to shred and burn classified documents and personnel files.The request raised alarm among employees and labour group...Published: 12 Mar 2025 at 10:28hrs | 1082 | by Staff reporter
BCC struggles with water bursts
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is facing significant challenges in addressing water bursts and leaks across the city, largely attributed to a severe shortage of resources. As a result, many residents...Published: 09 Mar 2025 at 13:15hrs | 65 | by Staff reporter
Emmerson Mnangagwa and the 26 criminals around him
In November 2017, former President Robert Mugabe was removed from office and his crime, according to the putschists who ousted him in a coup, was that he had allowed himself to be surrounded by crimin...Published: 08 Mar 2025 at 15:51hrs | 1671 | by Luke Tamborinyoka
Éclat Chimhama & Rumbie: One's hysteria, pacified by man's presence in bed and the other, perceived deprived!
I will leave out the causes of their tongue lashings: what is interesting is the language use. I will start with Chimhama whose eloquent speeches and her facial beauty do not escape me. The woma...Published: 07 Mar 2025 at 16:24hrs | 337 | by Nomazulu Thata
Mnangagwa Statue Proposal Sparks Outrage: 'A Wasteful and Misguided Idea'
A recent proposal by Cleopas Mukungunugwa, a member of Zimbabwe's Presidential Communications team, suggesting that statues of President Emmerson Mnangagwa be erected in Harare and Bulawayo, has been ...Published: 07 Mar 2025 at 16:17hrs | 1880 | by George Tshuma
The weaponization of the law and relentless persecution of dissent in Zimbabwe's 'Second Republic'
THE persecution never appears to end. The recent arrest of and denial of bail to renowned journalist Blessed Mhlanga has brought a disturbing trend in Zimbabwe to the fore. Since the a...Published: 02 Mar 2025 at 18:09hrs | 358 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Blow for regime change tool USAid
A federal judge on Friday cleared the way for one of the Trump administration's remaining steps in its dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development, allowing it to move forward with pu...Published: 22 Feb 2025 at 09:44hrs | 1084 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans have penchant for sugar-rush solution of Mnangagwa must go even at the cost of retaining the dictatorship yet again
"Zimbabwe is in desperate need of transformative leadership, not the routine recycling of failed politicians," argued Trevor Ncube. "A change in leadership might offer temporary relief, Zimbabwe's iss...Published: 18 Feb 2025 at 20:04hrs | 884 | by Wilbert Mukori
Zimbabweans have penchant for sugar-rush solution of Mnangagwa must go even at the cost of retaining the dictatorship yet again
"Zimbabwe is in desperate need of transformative leadership, not the routine recycling of failed politicians," argued Trevor Ncube. "A change in leadership might offer temporary relief, Zimbabwe's iss...Published: 14 Feb 2025 at 12:03hrs | 609 | by Wilbert Mukori
Musk calls for shut down Voice of America, Radio Free Europe
United States billionaire Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency, has called for the shutdown of U.S. government-funded propaganda machines Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, and Voi...Published: 12 Feb 2025 at 14:42hrs | 424 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's Cabinet resolves to corner vendors
As Zimbabwe's economy continues to spiral downward, the government has introduced a series of controversial measures aimed at taxing the struggling informal sector and vendors to boost state revenue. ...Published: 12 Feb 2025 at 11:21hrs | 1248 | by Staff reporter
Masvingo council to spend $16,900 on Samsung phones
Masvingo City Council is facing public scrutiny after announcing plans to spend $16,900 on 13 Samsung S24 Ultra phones for its councillors, citing the need to improve communication. The decision comes...Published: 06 Feb 2025 at 16:23hrs | 556 | by Staff reporter
First female commander of Jason Ziyapapa Moyo Air Force base
In a historic milestone for the Air Force of Zimbabwe, Air Commodore Ellen Chiweshe was appointed the first-ever female commander of Jason Ziyapapa Moyo Air Force Base, located near Chegutu. Her appoi...Published: 05 Feb 2025 at 11:46hrs | 154 | by Staff reporter
Church leader claims God wants Mnangagwa to rule until 2030
The leader of the Johanne the Fifth of Africa International Church, Archbishop Andyby Makururu, has declared that it is God's plan for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power beyond the end of...Published: 04 Feb 2025 at 16:48hrs | 192 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa-linked gold mine fined over pollution
ZIMCN Investments, a company reportedly linked to President Emmerson Mnangagwa's son, Collins, has been fined for violating environmental regulations at its gold mining operation in Mashonaland East. ...Published: 01 Feb 2025 at 14:04hrs | 681 | by Staff reporter
Redcliff residents betrayed by their local authority's unbridled greed and mismanagement
I recently received some most troubling news from a reliable informant within the Municipality of Redcliff.According to the information, the local authority has allegedly decided to award its ...Published: 31 Jan 2025 at 16:04hrs | 352 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Faking robbery backfires
Two men have been arrested and jailed after orchestrating a fake robbery in which they falsely reported being robbed of US$5,200 in cash and several cellphones. Richard Jahwi (20), from Zengeza 3, Chi...Published: 30 Jan 2025 at 06:55hrs | 435 | by Staff reporter
Mugabe heir's bid to reopen estate crumbles in High Court
An attempt by Tonderai Mugabe, a man claiming to be the secret son of the late President Robert Mugabe, to stake his claim on the former leader's estate ended in defeat at the High Court in Harare las...Published: 27 Jan 2025 at 08:19hrs | 565 | by Staff reporter
Harare is a mess, Jacob Mafume and Company to Resign Now
Harare City is a mess, the City of Harare, once celebrated as the "Sunshine City,"continue facing a decline in essential services, there are now calls for the immediate resignation of Mayor Jacob Mafu...Published: 23 Jan 2025 at 11:05hrs | 1094 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
War veteran warns against Constitutional amendments to extend Mnangagwa term
Outspoken war veteran Andrew Ndlovu has issued a strong warning to the government against attempts to amend the Constitution, arguing that such actions will lead to chaos and negatively impact future ...Published: 21 Jan 2025 at 13:53hrs | 2489 | by Staff reporter
Tshabangu refile appeal
Senator Sengezo Tshabangu and Senator Nonhlanhla Mlotshwa have confirmed the withdrawal of their previously filed notice of appeal in respect of Harare High Court case number 5606/24. The wit...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 13:46hrs | 933 | by Staff reporter
Sengezo Tshabangu withdraws his Supreme Court appeal
Interim Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Secretary General Sengezo Tshabangu has withdrawn his Supreme Court appeal against a High Court judgment that nullified his changes to the party's parliamen...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 12:49hrs | 1954 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's tax plan has informal traders tangled up
Mediline Sibanda opened her hairdressing business 13 years ago in Bulawayo's bustling central business district where she operates alongside other vendors and traders that are part of the country's th...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 10:28hrs | 2084 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa: 'We refused to be lured by trappings of power' - Why did you fail to implement even one token reform in 25 years?
The people of Zimbabwe have risked livelihoods, limbs and even their lives (over 500 were murdered by Zanu PF during the 2008 presidential run-off alone) to elect MDC/CCC leaders not power on the unde...Published: 19 Jan 2025 at 19:57hrs | 812 | by Wilbert Mukori
Precab farm engagement and my thoughts on the proposed extension of the term of office for President Emmerson Mnangagwa
Last weekend, President Emmerson Mnangagwa's family hosted Zanu PF officials and other political figures at its Precab Farm in Kwekwe where, mainly, the business of the day was the touring of the farm...Published: 18 Jan 2025 at 13:12hrs | 805 | by Innocent Ndibali
Bulawayo sewer ponds condemned
Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has reported a worsening sewage crisis, with all sewage ponds in the city having collapsed, resulting in a surge in pipe bursts."We have got a major problem with se...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 06:39hrs | 174 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo's Trenance landfill relocation
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has revealed that relocating the Trenance landfill site would require over US$1.8 million. However, city officials argue that such a move may be unnecessary, citing min...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 14:07hrs | 112 | by Staff reporter
BCC seeks US$30 million for critical water projects
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is grappling with a critical funding gap of approximately US$30 million needed to undertake essential water augmentation projects. Topping the list of priorities is the...Published: 13 Jan 2025 at 07:17hrs | 76 | by Staff reporter
Top 6 Members of Parliament who shook Bulawayo in 2024
Bulawayo's political landscape was alight in 2024, with six Members of Parliament shining brightly for their transformative and relentless efforts to uplift their constituencies. Using a sophisticated...Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 22:31hrs | 878 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Zanu-PF grabs gold-rich mine
ZANU-PF officials, led by Dambudzo Mnangagwa who claims to represent the First Family, are reportedly involved in a targeted attempt to illegally seize control of gold-rich Vubachikwe Mine in Gwanda, ...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 08:41hrs | 761 | by Staff reporter
A ceremony for a fire tender, while Redcliff burns with neglect
It never rains but pours for the community of Redcliff.The Municipality of Redcliff's decision to host an elaborate ceremony on January 8 in Rutendo to commission a single fire tender, with th...Published: 07 Jan 2025 at 14:07hrs | 689 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe Industrial Reconstruction and Growth Plan launched
The Zimbabwe Industrial Reconstruction and Growth Plan (ZIRGP) has been officially launched, marking a critical step toward revitalizing the country's economy through local procurement and enhanced mi...Published: 07 Jan 2025 at 14:02hrs | 393 | by Staff Reporter
Zimbabwe's Politics in 2025: A Nation at a Crossroads
As Zimbabwe steps into 2025, the nation finds itself deeply entangled in a political and economic crisis that has left citizens disillusioned and desperate for meaningful change. The ruling ZANU-PF pa...Published: 03 Jan 2025 at 09:15hrs | 995 | by Fanuel Chinowaita
Zimbabwe explores nuclear energy solutions
Zimbabwe is collaborating with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Russian investors to introduce nuclear energy as a solution to the country's persistent power shortages, government off...Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 20:48hrs | 828 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt clarifies retirement age extension
The Zimbabwean government has extended the retirement age for civil servants and members of the uniformed forces by five years, citing the need to utilize their expertise and address the country's inc...Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 10:14hrs | 845 | by Staff reporter
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