SAHRC condemns anti-migrant violence as zimbabweans face renewed fears in south africa
The unrest, which erupted on Thursday, October 8, followed protests against the resumption of asylum application processing at the Durban Refugee Reception Centre.
By Silas Nkala
5h ago
Police takes crime awareness campaigns to Esigodini, Hwange
During the campaign, officers raised awareness about prevalent crimes in the area, particularly stock theft, murder and drug and substance abuse.
By Silas Nkala
6h ago
Police arrests two suspects in separate vehicle smuggling cases
In a statement, police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the arrests were made on October 8, 2026, in Plumtree and Chikombedzi as part
By Silas Nkala
6h ago
Plumtree Council orders informal operators to relocate to industrial site
It also applies to other industrial or related commercial activities conducted without the requisite council licences, approvals or permits, or from unauthorised locations.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 9, 2026
Bulawayo councillor calls for solar streetlights amid poor lighting
The proposal was raised by proportional representation councillor Melisa Mabeza during discussions on the public lighting report, according to recent council minutes.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 9, 2026
Bulawayo city council joins breast cancer awareness campaign
It added that councillors and staff would continue wearing the pink ribbon throughout the month in line with the international awareness campaign.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 9, 2026
Bulawayo man arrested over 2023 Silobela murder
According to police, the suspects produced pistols and grabbed the fuel attendant, demanding money. She handed over the cash in her possession.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 9, 2026
Armed robbery suspect linked to four cases shot dead in inyathi
Richmond Thomas Ndlovu died while being taken to hospital following the October 6 shooting near Kenilworth Turn-Off, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has said.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 9, 2026
Bulawayo libraries receive 2 497 books from Book Aid International
The books were received, processed, catalogued and distributed equally among the city’s 11 branch libraries during August.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 9, 2026
Tshabangu dismisses recalls of Coltart, Phulu and three mps
“The correspondence purports to execute recalls of certain named public representatives.”
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 9, 2026
12 Somali nationals remanded over illegal entry into Zimbabwe
The 12 men, aged between 14 and 42, were arrested on October 3 after Criminal Investigation Department (CID) detectives in Hwange acted on a tip-off and intercepted.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 9, 2026
Mzilikazi resident loses property in suspected arson attack
Bulawayo police spokesperson Nomalanga Msebele said the incident happened after the house owner had gone out for a prayer session.
By Nizbert Moyo
Oct. 8, 2026
Gwanda mayor orders councillors to crack down on illegal dumping
In a memorandum dated October 6, 2026, Moyo urged councillors to closely monitor and address cases of illegal dumping, saying maintaining a clean
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 8, 2026
JKeys takes stand against GBV
Titled “GBV”, the track by Joru Musimurimwa sends a strong message against violence and abuse, particularly by men against women and children.
By Ronnie Chisamba
Oct. 8, 2026
BCC prepares to avail over 1 000 Bhaktas stands for informal traders
The move comes as the local authority intensifies efforts to restore order in the city following a directive by Local Government and Public Works minister Daniel Garwe.
By Nizbert Moyo
Oct. 8, 2026
Mthwakazi unions demand control of local resources
In a statement issued on October 5, PAMU accused central government of marginalising the region and diverting its natural resources to other areas.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 6, 2026
Beitbridge duo jailed nine years for stock theft
Brighton Sibanda (33) and Reason Sibanda (33), both from Chitulipasi, were convicted and sentenced to nine years in jail each by the Beitbridge Regional Magistrates’ Court for stock theft.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 6, 2026
Hwange Colliery Company de facto authority in 8 wards, residents cut out of devolution funds
Community advocate Nkosi Sibanda says residents in the colliery-administered areas are cut off from key local governance and development resources enjoyed by other wards.
By Patricia Sibanda
Oct. 6, 2026
Masvingo hailstorm fuelled by heat, moisture influx
The storm brought large hailstones, heavy rainfall, lightning and strong winds, leaving residents counting the cost of damage to property and crops.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 6, 2026
Bulawayo woman dies in house inferno
Bulawayo deputy police spokesperson Assistant Inspector Thandekile Ndlovu said the fire could have been caused by a candle left burning after the two fell asleep.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 5, 2026
Prophet warns against fear-driven prophecies
“The moment fear takes control of your heart, you begin giving power to words God never spoke over your life,” Maposa said.
By Staff Reporter
Oct. 5, 2026
Bulawayo to turn Lobengula Clinic into a drug rehabilitation centre
The council said it will lease the 6 600-square meter Lobengula Clinic to the government for an initial period of 10 years, subject to review while receiving monthly rentals
By Nizbert Moyo
Oct. 5, 2026
Bulawayo to host economic development, research and innovation conference
According to a notice issued by the City of Bulawayo, the conference aims to provide a platform for stakeholders from government,
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 5, 2026
Push to turn Connemara into liberation heritage site
Connemara, now an open correctional facility, holds historical significance from the liberation struggle, where it was used to suppress freedom fighters.
By Patricia Sibanda
Oct. 5, 2026
European Union Humanitarian Aid delegation in Binga to assess climate shocks
"What makes this initiative powerful is how interlinked the activities are," the organisation said.
By Patricia Sibanda
Oct. 5, 2026
Coltart warns of severe water crisis
Coltart said the pace of funding for the Gwayi-Shangani-Bulawayo pipeline raised serious questions about when the project would actually begin supplying the city.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 4, 2026
Fort Rixon duo remanded over theft
The court heard that the complainant is Nebros Sibanda (72) from Mahlabathini Village, Inyathi.
By Nizbert Moyo
Oct. 4, 2026
Silobela man jailed for child rape
The Kwekwe regional magistrates’ court convicted and sentenced the man on the rape charge.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 4, 2026
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