BCC cleared to hire refuse removal trucks
In a report to council, Bulawayo town clerk Christopher Dube said the refuse collection fleet had been severely compromised by persistent mechanical failure.
By Silas Nkala
20h ago
Local-currency crunch threatens Africa’s energy ambitions, AIF experts warn
The panel noted Africa’s power sector cannot continue relying on foreign-currency borrowing while earning revenue in volatile local currencies, as it is unsustainable.
By Melody Chikono
Nov. 26, 2025
Hwange destroys illegal kraals in town
Nsingo said the council has introduced deterrent fines to discourage the uncontrolled movement of livestock, but the measures have yielded limited results due to repeat offenders.
By Sharon Sibindi
Nov. 16, 2025
Bogus King Munhumutapa jailed
Magistrate Rakafa suspended two months on condition of good behaviour, leaving the self-proclaimed king to serve an effective eight months sentence.
By Trevor Mutsvairo
Nov. 13, 2025
Local investor participation falls by 98%
The figures, released this week in the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency’s (Zida) third-quarter report for 2025, highlight a decisive shift towards foreign-driven ventures.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Nov. 7, 2025
Mandisoul nominated for top award
Zimbabwean film producer Marc T Mandisoul
By Tendai Sauta
Nov. 3, 2025
Hwange to repossess stands to recover US$6m
The bulk of the debt stems from outstanding property taxes, while the council itself owes ZiG 11.4 million—mostly to statutory bodies.
By Sharon Sibindi
Nov. 2, 2025
Time to rethink: Supporting local talent
So, this past week, the joke was on culture queen Sandra Ndebele’s lyrics in her new—or old—song with Platform One.
By Ink Whispers
Oct. 23, 2025
Another Harare wetland invaded
The entity is reportedly linked to a Mr Kataruse via a 2021 deed of grant from the Local Government ministry albeit under unclear circumstances.
By Kennedy Nyavaya
Oct. 10, 2025
