Bulawayo: No cash, no cars: Half the city’s fleet grounded

Critical departments responsible for refuse collection, road maintenance and water distribution are struggling to cope under severe transport constraints.
By Jeffrey Muvundusi 12m ago
Teen convicted for stealing, stripping Honda Fit
Teen convicted for stealing, stripping Honda Fit
In his plea for leniency, Moyo cited economic hardship and the difficulties he faced while growing up as the reasons behind committing the offence.
By Langelihle Nyathi 58m ago
Gweru man jailed 30 years for killing wife over infidelity claims
The court heard that Kadhlanga attacked Madula several times with a burning log before striking her twice on the head with a three-legged aluminium pot.
By Silas Nkala 15h ago
PRAZ announces dates for eGP system upgrade 
“Electronic Government Procurement eGP System will be temporarily unavailable for a scheduled upgrade and maintenance exercise,” the authority said. 
By Nizbert Moyo 15h ago
Police bust Chegutu motorcycle theft syndicate, recover six bikes 
National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi identified the suspects as Andy Ushewokunze, 30, and Titus Manjengwa.  
By Patricia Sibanda 16h ago
Three arrested for drug trafficking along Beitbridge-Bulawayo Road
“The recovered consignment was confiscated and the suspects are expected to appear in court facing drug trafficking charges.”
By Silas Nkala 16h ago
National education indaba kicks off in Mat South
He stressed that education remained central to Zimbabwe’s long-term economic and social transformation.
By Staff Reporter 19h ago
‘Fearless to the end’: Ndlovu’s fight for truth remembered
Ibhetshu LikaZulu  conducted a memorial for Ndlovu, who was its board member, on Monday to remember his good works.
By Nizbert Moyo May. 27, 2026
Calls grow for Sadc action over SA xenophobia
The groups have since declared that all foreigners must leave South Africa by May 30, warning that they intend to shut down the country to “weed out” foreigners.
By Silas Nkala May. 27, 2026
Education summit venue shifted
The four-day summit, scheduled for May 27 to 30, was initially expected to be hosted at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) grounds. 
By Staff Reporter May. 26, 2026
Devolution funds transform Lupane communities
The local authority said the classroom blocks improved learning conditions for pupils who previously learnt under trees or in pole and dagga structures.
By Silas Nkala May. 26, 2026
Operation of Hope restores 86 smiles at Mpilo
This is Operation of Hope Worldwide’s 48th surgical outreach in Zimbabwe.
By Sharon Sibindi May. 26, 2026
Mat South police recover smuggled vehicles
Matabeleland South police spokesperson Inspector Chiratidzo Dube confirmed the recovery.
By Nizbert Moyo May. 26, 2026
Deadly weekend leaves Hwange grieving
He added that the vehicle believed to be involved was towed away before police attended the scene.
By Nizbert Moyo May. 25, 2026
Livestock experts urge vigilance as deadly diseases ravage Bubi
Communal farmers in Bubi are losing many cattle to the two diseases, indicating that most of them are unaware of how to protect their livestock.
By Silas Nkala May. 25, 2026
Devolution or decoration? Byo residents demand clarity on road crisis
Local Government and Public Works representative, Melania Mubeza, said Zinara handled trunk roads, while local roads fell under councils.
By Patricia Sibanda May. 25, 2026
Gogo Chihoro set for all-night spiritual gathering in Bulawayo
The event, to be held at her Woodville Park shrine, is expected to attract hundreds of people seeking spiritual guidance, cleansing and protection.
By Staff Reporter May. 25, 2026
Council denies fraud as water flows in schools
The installation of solar-powered boreholes at two Bulawayo schools has been hailed as a major step towards improving access to clean water and strengthening school-based food security projects
By Sharon Sibindi May. 24, 2026
Bulawayo waste crisis deepens
Councillors warned of rising environmental damage as they urged residents to adopt proper waste disposal practices.
By Langelihle Nyathi May. 24, 2026
Catholic nun brings hope to HIV orphans in rural Matobo
Hope has been reborn in Matobo, Matabeleland South, a windy and dry land which stands in silence and whose inhabitants had lost hope when the HIV and Aids pandemic reached its peak in Africa.
By Christine Masivo May. 24, 2026
How Byo youths reclaimed a wasteland with farming
What began as a routine monthly clean-up in Bulawayo’s Pumula suburb uncovered something far worse than litter: a permanent illegal dumpsite wedged between family homes
By Clemence Manyukwe May. 24, 2026
Zimra auctions confiscated vehicles in Beitbridge
Zimra also announced another rummage sale scheduled for June 24 to June 26 at Beitbridge Border Post.
By Silas Nkala May. 23, 2026
Amatshitshi founder appeals for financial assistance
The programmes focus on instilling cultural values and encouraging young women to maintain their purity and traditional dignity.
By Nizbert Moyo May. 23, 2026
Not in my school: Byo learners unite against bullying
“We want our learners to live peacefully at school, at home and within the community,” she said.
By Langelihle Nyathi May. 23, 2026
SA groups demand ban on xenophobic vigilantes
The letters were addressed to President Cyril Ramaphosa, Cabinet ministers, the South African Human Rights Commission, the Independent Electoral Commission and the United Nations.
By Silas Nkala May. 22, 2026
Crime fears rise in Cowdray Park, residents fill policing gaps
The residents said theft and other offences left many people feeling unsafe, particularly at night and they want greater community involvement in tackling the problem.
By Keith Jeketera May. 22, 2026
Dump Moyo: Residents revolt against ward 23 councillor
The residents argue that Moyo failed to effectively execute her mandate and uphold the standards expected of an elected public representative. 
By Silas Nkala May. 22, 2026
Is criticism of Mongameli Tshuma fair?
When a forward fails to score consistently, criticism is inevitable, especially at a demanding institution like Highlanders, where expectations are permanently sky-high.
By Fortune Mbele May. 21, 2026