Bulawayo reorganises informal traders
The move forms part of broader efforts to reorganise informal trading operations while balancing infrastructure rehabilitation, traffic management and economic activity.
By Silas Nkala
4h ago
Water contamination detected in Bulawayo suburbs
Four of the eight samples tested positive for non-faecal coliforms, two were positive for faecal coliforms, and three showed high total colony counts, prompting further monitoring in the area.
By Silas Nkala
4h ago
National Tree Ambassador pledges to set up 2 drug rehabilitation centres in Bulawayo
Speaking at Mtize's 72nd birthday party, Bonde disclosed that council offered him land in Cowdray Park to plant trees and set up a drug rehabilitation centre.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jul. 8, 2026
Zanu PF blocks city street vendors removals
Jere accused the council of mishandling funds meant for the Bhaktas vending site, which was designed to accommodate some 1,400 unregistered traders.
By Silas Nkala
Jul. 5, 2026
BCC moves to resettle Cowdray Park residents living on wetlands
Ward 15 councillor Ashton Mhlanga said some flooding blamed on wetlands may actually stem from poor infrastructure in areas originally allocated under government programmes.
By Patricia Sibanda
Jul. 2, 2026
BCC seeks private partner to solve Ngozi Mine crisis
It has sparked major environmental and health controversies due to recurring fires, groundwater contamination and the hazards of informal salvaging.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jun. 30, 2026
BCC moves to curb illegal vending, improve waste management
Speaking during the engagement, Dube said the proposed partnership was in line with government policy.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 27, 2026
EditorialComment: Bulawayo must strengthen emergency services
In modern urban centres across the developed world, emergency services are regarded as essential infrastructure, just like roads, water systems and electricity.
By Southern Eye
Jun. 26, 2026
Emergency calls overwhelm city’s ambulance services
One of the most notable crashes occurred along Khami Road near Monarch, where a commuter omnibus carrying 17 passengers slammed into a haulage truck.
By Jeffrey Muvundisi
Jun. 26, 2026
