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
Outcry over crackdown on city’s flea markets
Adding to the vendors’ woes is the presence of illegal traders selling similar products at lower prices, making it difficult for registered businesses to survive.
By Sharon Sibindi and Nizbert Moyo
Mar. 30, 2025
Vendor menace: It’s the economy stupid!
There has been a litany of complaints against illegal vendors.
By Newsday
Mar. 18, 2025
SA launches countrywide blitz on illegal immigrants
In 2019, South Africa was home to about 4.2 million international migrants, constituting nearly 7.2% of the entire population.
By Rex Mphisa
Feb. 27, 2025
Council arrests 184 illegal gold panners
THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC)'s parks section last year arrested about 180 illegal gold panners around the city and its water catchment area in Matabeleland South.
By Silas Nkala
Feb. 10, 2025
Mustard Seed Communities offers free early childhood education
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By Mpumelelo Moyo and Peter Dube
Aug. 19, 2025
