Showdown over Shurugwi’s looted billions, death traps
A fierce confrontation unfolded this week over the future of Zimbabwe’s mineral-rich Shurugwi “enclave”, after a ruling Zanu PF legislator dismissed allegations of corruption
By Freeman Makopa
May. 15, 2026
Shurugwi farmers urged to embrace climate-smart agriculture
Mpasi said unpredictable rainfall patterns, prolonged dry spells and rising temperatures were negatively affecting crop and livestock production,
By Staff Reporter
May. 14, 2026
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Explosive tensions in gold mining zone... as political muscle rules
EXPLOSIVE tension is building beneath gold-rich Shurugwi’s vast mineral belt, as Zimbabwe’s politically-connected elite cream off fortunes at the expense of impoverished communities,
By Freeman Makopa
May. 8, 2026
Mpasi rallies investment push for Shurugwi at ZITF
Mpasi commended the councils for their proactive participation and efforts to market the district as an investment destination.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 23, 2026
Dombwe Clinic set to serve 10 000
During a site visit on Monday, Mpasi expressed satisfaction with the progress made, noting that the project is on course to meet its intended timeline.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 21, 2026
MP donates 20 cattle for independence celebrations
Mpasi said the donation was made in his dual capacity as a miner operating in Matabeleland South and Midlands provinces as well as a Member of Parliament.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 16, 2026
Dombwe health facility to rival Karanda Mission Hospital, says MP
The initiative is being spearheaded by Member of Parliament Joseph Mpasi, who said the vision was to build a facility that can rival leading mission hospitals in Zimbabwe.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 26, 2026
Mpasi delivers Starlink kits to Shurugwi North schools
The Starlink technology provides satellite-based high-speed internet, particularly suitable for remote and underserved areas where conventional fibre infrastructure is limited.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 5, 2026
Formalising artisanal mining: Governing production before regulating miners
ARTISANAL mining has become one of southern Africa’s most economically consequential yet structurally neglected sectors.
By John Laisani
Feb. 12, 2026
