Wild animals kills 13 in Matabeleland provinces

Elephants, lions, buffalos, crocodiles and hippopotamuses were among the species most involved in the incidents.
By Sharon Sibindi 14h ago
Egodini saga  in new twist
Egodini saga in new twist
A crucial meeting was finally held on September 16 2025, where Terracotta pleaded its case and agreed to meet council’s new conditions.
By Sharon Sibindi 14h ago
Rescued elephant calf in Victoria Falls gets second chance
Then came another sighting: the same calf being chased by a pack of hyenas. A single baby elephant cannot withstand such danger. We knew we had to act quickly.
By Jos Danckwerts 14h ago
High Court Brings Finality to Long-Running Balwearie Name Dispute
The court ordered the applicants to pay costs on a stringent solicitor-and-client scale, describing their latest application as an abuse of process given the settled nature of the issues.
By Staff Reporter Dec. 13, 2025
Gwanda anti-stocktheft group recovers 21 donkeys stolen from Botswana
He also hailed the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) for their excellent co-operation in tackling crime in Matabeleland South province. 
By Silas Nkala Dec. 13, 2025
BCC apologises over refuse collection chaos
“The city is facing a shortage of refuse compactors,” Coltart said. 
By Nizbert Moyo Dec. 13, 2025
Zanu PF Nkulumane vote buying spree an indictment
Zanu PF has become very brazen in its vote buying ahead of the Nkulumane by-election with some residents receiving all manner of trinkets in the run up to December 20 poll.
By Southern Eye Dec. 10, 2025
The forgotten river people of Binga
LAKE Kariba glistens under the southern African sun, its massive waters a reminder of an engineering triumph that reshaped a nation. 
By Obert Siamilandu Dec. 10, 2025
Bulawayo faces rising  suicide male cases
A campaign aimed at tackling the emotional and social pressures driving male suicide in Bulawayo is urging men and boys to break their silence and seek help through established support channels. 
By Margaret Lubinda Dec. 10, 2025
Archaic laws exploited by drunk drivers
The re-introduction of breathalysers is being overshadowed by an outdated legal blood-alcohol limit and a weak policy framework, the Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in Zimbabwe
By Margaret Lubinda Dec. 10, 2025
Midlands joins fight against corruption
Midlands Provincial Affairs and Devolution permanent secretary, Edgar Seenza has said the fight against corruption requires the involvement of every citizen to effectively deal with the scourge. 
By Stephen Chadenga Dec. 10, 2025
Gweru targets US$50K for Christmas cheer fund
Gweru mayor Martin Chivhoko has appealed to the corporate sector and individuals to raise at least US$50 000 towards the Mayor’s Christmas Cheer fund required for the underprivileged
By Stephen Chadenga Dec. 10, 2025
Insiza gets tough on mining operations 
The regulations, detailed in Statutory Instrument 166 of 2025—the Insiza RDC (Mining and Mineral Panning) By-laws, 2025—came a time the district is experiencing increased mining activity,
By Silas Nkala Dec. 10, 2025
Why demand for houses is rising in Bulawayo
The Bulawayo City Council’s housing waiting list has surged to 158 946 as demand for residential land grows, driven in part by an influx of people from outside the city and Matabeleland region.
By Silas Nkala Dec. 10, 2025
Nkulumane: Opposition's Christmas gift to Zanu PF
Zanu PF officials framed the developments as evidence of the party delivering progress.
By Silas Nkala Dec. 10, 2025
Murder cases rock Bulawayo
Bulawayo provincial police spokesperson Inspector Nomalanga Msebele confirmed the cases and identified the deceased man from Magwegwe as Mongiwethu Godknows Dube. 
By Nizbert Moyo Dec. 10, 2025
Entumbane man, security company collaborate to fight crime
Meanwhile, First Defence Security Services chief executive Nyasha Chijena said they launched the app in Entumbane over the weekend with nearly 4 000 residents showing interest. 
By Nizbert Moyo Dec. 10, 2025
Matobo drops service charges to lure investors
Speaking to Southern Eye, Matobo RDC chief executive Elvis Sibanda said several investors had approached council seeking available investment opportunities. 
By Nizbert Moyo Dec. 10, 2025
Insiza North MP fulfils pledge to Lochard Primary
Moyo was the guest of honour at the school’s prize-giving day, where he sponsored prizes and rewarded 50 learners. 
By Silas Nkala Dec. 10, 2025
Alcohol laws under fire as road deaths mount
Human error remains the leading cause of these accidents, with reckless driving, speeding and alcohol impairment cited as the most common contributing factors. 
By Margaret Lubinda Dec. 8, 2025
Zapu slams Chivayo’s ‘strings-attached’ Bosso funding
Chivayo said the offer would not stand if Highlanders appointed someone else, although his US$1 million financial support to the club would remain. 
By Silas Nkala Dec. 8, 2025
Nando’s revs up convenience with new Woodlands Drive-Thru
The drive-thru will open to customers on December 12, with an official activation, which features entertainment and surprise activities for customers, scheduled for December 20. 
By Nokuxola Mbangeni Dec. 8, 2025
Bulawayo’s US$224.7m budget faces objections
The residents also claimed that issues raised during the 2025 budget process remained unaddressed.  
By Silas Nkala Dec. 7, 2025
Injiva wreak havoc in Matabeleland South
According to the National Aids Council (NAC), the HIV burden among young women in Matabeleland South is significantly higher than the national average.  
By Moses Mugugunyeki Dec. 7, 2025
Gwanda housing project back on track
The project, which began in 2015, remains a pipe dream for residents who paid between US$3,000 and US$11,000 for residential stands in low, medium, and high-density areas.  
By Silas Nkala Dec. 7, 2025
HIV and Aids: How NAC interventions are helping Matabeleland South communities build resilience
“The idea is to distract them from bad activities, which can lead them to drug and substance abuse,” said Mahetshe village head Shakespeare Ndlovu. 
By Evans Mathanda Dec. 7, 2025
Insiza MP in whirlwind school donations
His gestures have sent the locals into a frenzy, with some saying they do not regret having elected him as their legislator following the death of Farai Taruvinga. 
By Silas Nkala Dec. 6, 2025
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Proliferation of open air worshipping irks Bulawayo City Council
“BCC rangers managed to confiscate tents and clothes from 18 open air worshipping sites.” 
By Silas Nkala Dec. 6, 2025