Harare council in the spotlight after three fall into port pit and die

The deaths, confirmed Monday by the Combined Harare Residents Association (CHRA), have sparked calls for criminal accountability against council officials responsible for the excavation.
By Valentine Maya 2h ago

Joina City cannot hide a capital in collapse

When Harare mayor Jacob Mafume recently sat down with NewZimbabwe.com to account for why the capital city missed its widely publicised 2025 world-class city target
By Lawrence Makamanzi 11h ago

Harare eyes comeback as cycling city

Harare mayor, Jacob Mafume, officiated at the event alongside deputy mayor Rose Muronda.
By Kenneth Nyangani Jun. 7, 2026

Jehovah’s Witnesses’ Eternal Happiness Convention set to draw thousands across the country 

According to regional spokesman Clapperton Kariwo, the convention addresses a question that affects people everywhere. 
By Tendai Sauta Jun. 5, 2026

Arrest the Land Barons, Not Just the Victims 

The victims of land scams deserve protection. The perpetrators deserve prosecution. 
By Jacob Kudzayi Mtisi Jun. 5, 2026

Harare council moves to fill key posts

To ensure continuity in the legal division, council confirmed that Ernest Mushava, a senior legal officer, will take over as acting chamber secretary.
By Kenneth Nyangani Jun. 5, 2026

MAYHEM: Thousands to lose homes in Harare

A Harare City Council task force recently visited 22 255 sites, with authorities warning that structures built on prohibited or protected land will not be spared in the upcoming blitz.
By Lesley Kufandada and Sharon Zebra Jun. 5, 2026

HRT calls for a comprehensive Act of Parliament to operationalise devolution

In a statement posted on his social media account, Shumba said the country still lacks a comprehensive Act of Parliament for the past 13 years.
By Donald Nyandoro Jun. 4, 2026

Self-driving vehicles, why they do not make sense in Zimbabwe

An AV’s defensive driving software would be perpetually overwhelmed by this behaviour, forcing the vehicle to a grinding halt every few meters.
By Tendai Munhundarima Jun. 4, 2026