Train carrying 450k litres of diesel crashes at Mpopoma train station
The train, which was carrying about 450 000 litres of diesel, is reported to have been parked overnight after running out of fuel.
By Langelihle Nyathi
13h ago
Moyo accuses govt of marginalising Matabeleland
Moyo labelled the Esigodini crash a “chilling testament to the moral decay, tribal prejudice, and institutional rot deeply embedded in Zimbabwe’s governance system.”
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 9, 2025
Drought drives Lupane young girls into sex work
The majority of these girls (3 942) were from rural schools, and most were in secondary school.
By Nokuthaba Dlamini
Nov. 9, 2025
Filabusi moves to punish defaulters
The by-law noted that the council undertakes only to supply potable water suitable for domestic purposes.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 9, 2025
Plumtree bans fishing on its dams
The by-laws establish a formal permit system, outlining fishing seasons, tackle restrictions, and the registration of commercial aquaculture activities.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 9, 2025
Fire guts Bulawayo Polytechnic
Bulawayo chief fire officer Mhlangano Moyo said the fire was believed to had been triggered by overheated flammable substances such as paraffin and cobra wax used in laboratory experiments
By Langelihle Nyathi
Nov. 7, 2025
Church joins anti-drug campaign
The campaign began during one of the church’s monthly youth meetings led by pastor Eunice Muzhari, where boys and girls aged nine to 16 were taught life skills and spiritual values
By Langelihle Nyathi
Nov. 7, 2025
Plumtree council bans open-air worship
The ban is publicised in Statutory Instrument (SI) 137 of 2025 under the Plumtree Town (Control of Worship in Open Spaces) By-laws, 2025.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 7, 2025
Government owes BCC schools ZiG29m
Under Beam, the government pays tuition fees for underprivileged students, including orphans.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 7, 2025
Laughter, leaks and local legends: November in Bulawayo
Being an adaptable person, I’ve moved with the times and embraced the spirit.
By Ink Whispers
Nov. 6, 2025
Bulawayo at 82: A Legacy forged in industry
The city, which marked 82 years since its founding yesterday, carries a legacy built on manufacturing might.
By Pride Phiri
Nov. 6, 2025
Bulawayo extends breast cancer awareness campaigns
October is regarded as Pink Month and is largely dedicated to raising awareness and promoting breast cancer awareness and screening globally.
By Staff Reporter
Nov. 6, 2025
120 Mat South schools, 47 clinics electrified
Both the school and the clinic had operated without electricity relying on solar panels and lanterns for lighting.
By Pamenus Tuso
Nov. 6, 2025
Gweru spruces up properties
Mayor Martin Chivhoko said major rehabilitation works have been carried out at the Town House as well as the administration and revenue hall in Mboka 6 suburb.
By Stephen Chadenga
Nov. 6, 2025
Minister seeks Mnangagwa intervention on Tsholotsho road
The deterioration of the road has left a district increasingly isolated.
By Blessed Ndlovu
Nov. 6, 2025
Illegal miners invade Zanu PF senator’s farm
Senator Maduke Ndlovu revealed this in the Senate when he questioned Mines and Mining Development deputy minister
By Staff Reporter
Nov. 6, 2025
MRP questions African govts’ silence over Gukurahundi killings
In a report released ahead of African Human Rights Day 2025, MRP leader, Mqondosi Moyo, framed historical juxtaposition as a deep continental failure.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 5, 2025
CCC censures councillors over controversial motion
The party has since ordered the sponsor of the motion Cowdray Park councillor, Nkosilathi Hove Mpofu, and all who supported it to withdraw the motion
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 5, 2025
Battle over Byo building..Ex-Zpra fighters, Nkomo aide lock horns
The legal challenge was, however, struck off the roll by Bulawayo High Court judge Justice Bongani Ndlovu on October 31.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 5, 2025
Mphoko’s estate opened for claims
Mphoko died on December 6, 2024, in New Delhi, India, at the age of 84 after a battle with an undisclosed illness.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 5, 2025
Tsholotsho RDC in turmoil over missing cash
According to insiders, Gono initiated an audit of selected Campfire wards without prior consultation or a council resolution.
By Nizbert Moyo
Nov. 5, 2025
Bulawayo City Council champions breast cancer and mental health awareness
Bulawayo mayor David Coltart underscored the connection between physical and mental health, noting that the two could not be separated when addressing the challenges faced by breast cancer patients
By Nokuxola Mbangeni
Nov. 4, 2025
Hwange residents welcome proposed 100MW solar plant project
GWRT coordinator Fidelis Chima said they raised their fears and expectations with the consultants vis-à-vis project implementation from social, economic and environmental perspectives.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 4, 2025
Binga South MP hails government for lighting up Mabobolo area
The usually quiet village of Mabobolo in Binga South came alive last week as villagers gathered to celebrate a developmental milestone: the official switching on of electricity in the community
By Berita Kafesu
Nov. 4, 2025
School confiscates learners' bags over unpaid fees
Anti-Corruption Trust of Southern Africa
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 3, 2025
Lack of constituency funds riles Hwange legislator
Joseph Bonda has expressed concern over failure by government to disburse Constituency Development Funds on time
By Nizbert Moyo
Nov. 3, 2025
Maternal mortality ratio drops in Mat South
Maternal deaths include those that occur while pregnant or within 42 days of the pregnancy ending, excluding deaths from accidental or incidental causes.
By Nizbert Moyo
Nov. 3, 2025
IOM Zimbabwe calls for stronger disaster management risk systems.
IOM Zimbabwe chief of mission, Mario Lito Malanca, stressed the urgency of proactive disaster risk reduction in the face of climate change.
By Nizbert Moyo
Nov. 2, 2025
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