Furore over Harare’s US$750m water meter project
A PROPOSED US$750 million smart water meter project has sparked fierce debate among Harare councillors, who are demanding clarity on how the massive cost will be funded and its impact on residents
By Lesley Kufandada and Gracious Daniel
8h ago
Harare, residents clash over budget proposal
Residents associations have spoken strongly against the Harare City Council (HCC) proposed 2026 budget which is set to increase water tariffs in the capital’s high- and low-density suburbs
By Brent Shamu and Gracious Daniel
Nov. 5, 2025
HCC unveils US$500m budget
He said escalating debts was a major concern and had affected service delivery in the city.
By Problem Masau
Nov. 3, 2023
Harare unveils $213bn budget
However, council hiked ambulance fees from US$20 to US$35.
By Problem Masau
Nov. 10, 2022
