Ministry halts illegal construction at Harare’s protected Ramsar Site
Despite these protections, the Vlei recently became the frontline of a high-stakes battle between conservation and political patronage.
By Allen Mangava
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Harare's wetlands keep disappearing into concrete: here is what they are, what the law says, and who keeps signing off the approvals.
As Harare continues to trade its natural water-management systems for short-term real estate gains, the ecological bill is already coming due.
By Tendai Munhundarima
May. 6, 2026
Zimbabwe’s Children Are Ready. Is the Policy?
Zimbabwe faces real climate pressures. The ND-GAIN Country Index places it among the world’s more climate-vulnerable nations.
By Nyasha Simon Dick
Apr. 10, 2026
Environmental accountability: Reframing the debate on Chinese companies in Zimbabwe
Communities have raised legitimate concerns about river siltation, wetland destruction, deforestation, noise pollution and water contamination.
By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa
Dec. 17, 2025
MP urges stiffer penalties for polluters
“I still believe in imposing more deterrent action, with stiffer penalties for polluters, with full polluter pays requirements, including clean up and rehabilitation costs.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Nov. 26, 2025
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ZiG43m government debt chokes Harare council
Consequently, the city struggles to maintain water quality and availability, posing a health risk to its residents.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Apr. 17, 2025
Child drowning crisis demands robust action and community response
These incidents reflect broader systemic challenges in child protection across Zimbabwe.
By Lawrence Makamanzi
Feb. 25, 2025
Budding emphasis on ESG in mining
Rivers have been and remain at high risk of being contaminated by the discharge of potentially toxic chemicals from mineral extraction.
By Nyasha Mpahlo
Feb. 9, 2024
Govt pushes for environment fund
Environment minister Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndhlovu stated last year that they needed the fund to deal with environmental offenses that endanger communities.
By Freeman Makopa
Nov. 17, 2023
