Outcry as Chief Gutu demands US$10 Zunde raMambo tax
Chief Gutu has 14 headmen under him and some of them have as many as 106 village heads. This means Chief Gutu will raise about US$10 000 from the tax.
By Nokuxola Mbangeni
2h ago
Hwange cracks down on illegal charcoal dealers
Acting on a tip-off, the enforcement teams raided the property and seized the charcoal, which officials believe was produced through the unregulated cutting of indigenous trees.
By Sharon Sibindi
18h ago
Rains expose Bulawayo council
He noted that even minimal rainfall now results in flooding in several suburbs, turning roads into waterways and residential areas into hazard zones.
By Sharon Sibindi
18h ago
Mat’land farmers raise concern over water logging
Agriculture Rural Development and Advisory Services chief director Meldlinah Magwenzi said waterlogging harasses farmers when there are excessive rains.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jan. 31, 2026
Beware of fake money: Police warn Bulawayo residents, businesses
Bulawayo provincial police spokesperson Inspector Nomalanga Msebele said the suspects are reportedly using a deceptive method of operation.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jan. 31, 2026
Girl (14) raped, murdered; cousin (9) murdered for being witness
In a statement on Thursday, national police spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi cautioned against letting children move around alone, particularly in secluded areas.
By Sharon Zebra
Jan. 31, 2026
Gweru honours senior citizens, war vets with free parking
In a notice, the parking management company said senior drivers and war veterans should register their vehicles in their names to avoid abuse of the facility.
By Stephen Chadenga
Jan. 30, 2026
Kombi crash kills 2, injuries 12 outside Bulawayo shop
The accident occurred on 6th Avenue between Herbert Chitepo Street and Lobengula Street.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jan. 30, 2026
Hwange motorist swept away while crossing flooded river
Matabeleland North provincial police spokesperson Inspector Glory Banda confirmed the incident and identified the missing man as Washington Ncube.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jan. 30, 2026
Woman fined for assaulting Gr 5 pupil
Prosecutor Sheila Nyathi told the court that the complainant is Sakhile Moyo, a male juvenile and a Grade 5 pupil at a local school.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jan. 30, 2026
Dishonesty puts Bosso on the brink
Highlanders’ biggest challenge over the years and one that appears to be worsening each year, has been lies, dishonesty and greed from its leaders
By Tafadzwa Chigandiwa
Jan. 29, 2026
Mbeba goes AWOL
Highlanders vice-captain Andrew Mbeba was again absent from training as Bosso played friendlies at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) grounds on Sunday.
By Tafadzwa Chigandiwa
Jan. 29, 2026
Ndebele royal family wades into Bosso capture saga
Highlanders Football Club was founded in 1926 by Albert and Rhodes Khumalo, grandsons of King Lobengula, initially as Lions Football Club.
By Silas Nkala
Jan. 29, 2026
Zimbabwe has become a nation afraid of its own greatness
In Zimbabwe, ambition is doubted before it is celebrated, excellence is framed as arrogance, and progress is interpreted as betrayal.
By Mthulisi ‘khulugatsheni’ Ndlovu
Jan. 29, 2026
Zimura at crossroads
Instead, they resorted to divisive tactics, staging demonstrations and mobilising musicians with little or no active airplay to create the illusion of mass discontent.
By Macdenias moyo
Jan. 29, 2026
Big Brother Mzansi: 10 housemates face eviction
Last Sunday’s live eviction saw Lawredo and Ofentse become the first contestants to exit the competition, just two weeks after the show’s premiere.
By Showbiz Reporter
Jan. 29, 2026
Sandy’s Denim on Pearls celebrates women’s unity
“If we, as Bulawayo women, unite for a cause — empowerment and development — we can go far,” she said.
By Margaret Lubinda
Jan. 29, 2026
Major milestone for Vungu solar project
A PPA guarantees that the project can sell the electricity it generates to the national greed at agreed terms, providing revenue certainty for investors.
By Business Reporter
Jan. 29, 2026
Thekwane’s century of excellence pays off
“The school was established by Reverend Herbert Garter of the Methodist Church and started with just six boys as boarders in 1924,” he explained.
By Patricia Sibanda
Jan. 29, 2026
Former CCC senator sceptical of Chamisa
Chamisa cited “infiltration” by the ruling Zanu PF as his reason for departing.
By Silas Nkala
Jan. 29, 2026
Matabeleland men lured to Ukrainian battlefields
It has since emerged that the clandestine operation relies on local agents based in Bulawayo who target unemployed youths, luring them with promises of lucrative overseas jobs.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Jan. 29, 2026
Human-wildlife conflict intensifies along Bulawayo-Victoria Falls road
Sibanda also appealed to authorities to complement current efforts with permanent interventions, such as wildlife warning signage and speed-calming measures.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 29, 2026
Soldiers face armed robbery charges
The Bulawayo High Court has granted three members of the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) accused of robbery, bail of US$100 each.
By Silas Nkala
Jan. 29, 2026
Mpasi pledges accelerated development for Shurugwi
Women empowerment also features prominently on the MP’s agenda, with several programmes lined up to support women’s economic participation and self-reliance.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 29, 2026
Coltart sounds water alarm
Coltart also expressed concern that illegal miners continue to operate openly despite a government ban on alluvial mining in river courses announced towards the end of 2024.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 29, 2026
EditorialComment: Bulawayo’s water lifeline at risk
These tributaries should be flowing strongly after such rains, slowly feeding Umzingwane Dam and securing Bulawayo’s future.
By Southern Eye
Jan. 29, 2026
FMD outbreak confirmed in Mangwe
According to Makaya, clinical signs were observed in cattle of different age groups, with 54 confirmed cases recorded from a cattle population of 2 403 in the affected area.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 29, 2026
Bulawayo residents urged to be vigilant in disaster management
“We urge those operating garages to be compliant. This week, two fuel tankers were destroyed and several cars damaged after a fire broke out at Blaze garage,” he said.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jan. 29, 2026
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