Harare residents abandon taps for shared boreholes, as city water crisis deepens
“The main challenge has been limited access to safe water. This increases the likelihood of water-borne diseases such as cholera and typhoid, particularly in high-density areas,” he said.
By Freeman Makopa
19h ago
BCC tests new water supply schedules
Deputy mayor Edwin Ndlovu said the local authority was testing new water supply schedules, although officials were yet to make a formal announcement.
By Sharon Sibindi
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Water upgrade works disrupt supply in Dzivarasekwa
Ward 45 councillor Jubilation Shoko warned that the works would interfere with the normal water schedule, urging residents to prepare for intermittent shortages.
By Boitumelo Makhurane
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Council water upgrade to disrupt supply in Dzivarasekwa
The project, being carried out by Helcraw Water Pvt Ltd in partnership with the City of Harare, will see the replacement of ageing asbestos pipes with new PVC infrastructure.
By Boitumelo Makhurane
Apr. 22, 2026
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Despite losing arm to croc, Kariba woman still goes back into the lake
ON the deep waters and shores of Lake Kariba, every day is a black day for Margaret Jongwe
By Obert Siamilandu
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Water tech outfit lays out Harare deal game plan
You are currently rolling out smart water meters in Harare. What are the pertinent features of this project?
By Tinashe Kairiza
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National Dam Levels Surge to 93.4% as 98 Reservoirs Reach Full Capacity
Zimbabwe’s national water security has reached a significant milestone this week, with the national dam storage average climbing to 93.4%.
By Tendai Munhundarima
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Regional push turns Zambezi Basin into investment hub
SOUTHERN Africa countries have taken a decisive step towards strengthening regional economic integration and resilience as a major multi-country initiative anchored on the Zambezi River Basin
By Natasha Ncube
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‘We do not want prepaid water meters’
Residents, water and legal experts came together to share their concerns, united in the belief that the policy shift runs contrary to the country’s laws and obligations.
By Tonderayi Matonho
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Ariston Holdings seeks shareholder lifeline... move set to stabilise finances as liquidity strain bites
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