Chinese nationals in soup over illegal mining, brick moulding
Three Chinese nationals and their two Zimbabwean counterparts have been arrested for carrying illegal mining activities.
By Staff Reporter
Nov. 1, 2025
Illegal mining scarring Shurugwi’s land and future
The lure of gold, intensified by years of economic decline, has driven hundreds to descend on Shurugwi’s hills and riverbanks in a desperate bid to survive.
By Southern Eye
Oct. 23, 2025
Can private sector solve water woes?
Zimbabwe has struggled with potable water supply, implying that new models of water provision are needed.
By Kevin Tutani
Sep. 26, 2025
Over 2 000 illegal firearm holders arrested
OVER 2 000 suspects have been arrested for unlawful possession of firearms during an ongoing operation titled “No to Illegal Firearms, Misuse of Toy Guns and Dangerous Weapons”.
By Kudzai Mufushwa
Sep. 11, 2025
Unsafe wiring, blocked hydrants blamed for GV fires
A FIRE broke out at the Glen View 8 SMEs complex in Harare early yesterday morning, destroying several market stalls, with authorities blaming the blaze on illegal electricity connections.
By Natasha Ncube
Aug. 18, 2025
Bulawayo City Council raises a paltry US$3,5K from environment violation fines
In response, the housing and community services department advised that there was no discrimination in raiding open air worshippers.
By Silas Nkala
Aug. 18, 2025
Illegality beyond street-level trade
Illegal money-changing has entrenched itself as one of Zimbabwe’s most lucrative informal economic activities, generating millions of United States dollars
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Jul. 25, 2025
Illegal miners face deportation from SA
The South African Police Services (SAPS) said the 427 suspects were nabbed during an operation code-named ValaUmgodi, which began from May 19.
By Staff Reporter
May. 30, 2025
Gold panning threatens Gwanda orphanage
According to locals, the situation has turned political with the illegal miners claiming protection from Zanu PF politicians.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 20, 2025
