Harare's wetlands keep disappearing into concrete: here is what they are, what the law says, and who keeps signing off the approvals.
As Harare continues to trade its natural water-management systems for short-term real estate gains, the ecological bill is already coming due.
By Tendai Munhundarima
16h ago
Government formalises small-scale miners in gold sector overhaul
Formalisation is expected to deliver wider benefits, including improved environmental management, enhanced safety standards and increased productivity.
By Freeman Makopa
23h ago
Ema halts MPs’ wetland housing project
THE Environmental Management Agency (Ema) has moved in to halt the construction of residential stands for Members of Parliament,
By Kenneth Nyangani
23h ago
Heroes’ graves restoration project gains traction
FOVLS spokesperson Takemore Mazuruse said while the group has performed this "noble work" for four years, the growing synergy with the private sector is a welcome development.
By Staff Reporter
May. 3, 2026
Hectares Lost, Warnings Ignored: The Scale of Binga's Elephant Emergency
Mupande said the elephants later disappeared and rangers from the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority failed to track them.
By Nizbert Moyo
Apr. 29, 2026
TN turns cattle into digital tokens, eyes VFEX listing
TNCIH group chief executive officer Tawanda Nyambirai said the trust plans to begin by tokenising cattle already owned by the company before extending the
By Blessed Ndlovu
Apr. 29, 2026
The arrival of the Zimbabwe Independent marks the end of a deferential press
In addition to a team of experienced reporters we have recruited the country’s top economists to bring you a weekly analysis of current trends.
By Trevor Ncube
Apr. 24, 2026
Gold-backed ETF set for VFEX debut
The ETF is being introduced through FMHL’s subsidiary, First Mutual Wealth Management (Private) Limited (FMWM), which will manage the fund.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Apr. 22, 2026
The case and curse of Mutare’s Christmas Pass Mountain
Historically, Christmas Pass Mountain stood as a testament to the country’s rich biodiversity and captivating landscape.
By Clayton Masekesa
Apr. 18, 2026
