Introducing Bulawayo24's New Comments
Faster, friendlier, and built for real conversation
We've rebuilt our discussion system from the ground up - making it easier to share your views, follow replies, and engage with stories that matter to you and your community.
What's new
- Threaded conversations - Replies sit neatly beneath each comment. Long chains show the first three by default; click "See more replies" to expand.
- Reactions + votes - Tap quick emoji reactions
or use Like/Dislike to register your take instantly. - Edit & delete - Spotted a typo or changed your mind? Edit your own comment, or delete it. Deleted comments are marked so threads stay readable.
- Clean timestamps - Short and clear (e.g. "3h ago") with the full date in the tooltip.
- Profile & avatars - Visit /comments/profile/ to set or change your avatar. A simple default avatar appears until you upload.
- Smarter moderation - Editors can promote trusted users to moderators (and demote if needed) to keep discussions safe.
- Trending & Live Discussions - See what people are talking about right now on the homepage widget or browse all at /comments/. Click to jump straight into the discussion view.
How to join the conversation
- Sign in or Register - Use the links above the comments box under any article. You'll return to the same story after login.
- Post a comment - Type your message and hit Post. To respond to someone, click Reply under their comment.
- React or vote - Add an emoji reaction or use Like/Dislike to acknowledge good points.
- Update your profile - Change your avatar any time at /comments/profile/.
House rules (short and simple)
We want robust debate - and we'll protect it. Keep it respectful, on-topic, and lawful. Personal attacks, hate speech, doxxing, impersonation, and spam are not allowed. Moderators may remove comments or restrict accounts that break these rules.
Quick tips
- Mention context when replying in a busy thread so others can follow your point.
- Check before posting - you can edit your own comment, but clarity up front keeps the flow tidy.
- Use reactions to acknowledge good points without repeating them.
FAQ
Why can't I see all replies?
Very long threads collapse after three replies. Click "See more replies" to open the rest.
How do I change my picture?
Go to /comments/profile/ and upload a new avatar.
My comment isn't showing.
If it violates our rules it may be removed or held for review. Otherwise, try refreshing the page.
How are discussions moderated?
Bulawayo24 editors and trusted community moderators review reports, remove rule-breaking content, and may suspend repeat offenders.
