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Chiwenga approach opens can of worms
Garwe is said to have reacted angrily to the traders’ decision to approach Chiwenga directly without going through his ministry.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Aug. 24, 2025
Delay in Mkoba 21 housing project miffs legislator
Mkoba South legislator, John Kuka, has expressed concern over the delay in servicing of Mkoba 21 stands
By Stephen Chadenga
Aug. 21, 2025
Understanding Zim’s trade realities
Daniel Garwe, recently announced a ban on the importation and sale of second-hand goods, along with a prohibition on night vending on urban streets and corridors.
By Believe Guta
Aug. 19, 2025
Councils fail to meet performance targets
Out of 32 urban local authorities, none attained its set targets, with 16% of them falling outside recommended values.
By Brent Shamu and Sharon Zebra
Aug. 19, 2025
Of inept government, clueless opposition
“The importation and selling of second-hand clothing is banned, and consequently, street and night vending activities are equally banned. The time to act is now, not later.”
By Paidamoyo Muzulu
Aug. 16, 2025
Between compliance and survival: Understanding Zim’s trade realities
This move has sparked intense discussion, as it touches on the long-standing tension between formal and informal trading in our economy.
By Believe Guta
Aug. 11, 2025
Garwe reads riot act to Beitbridge council
Garwe accused councillors of greed, remaining in perpetual election mode and being rogue, forgetting their mandate and oath to serve the people.
By Rex Mphisa
Aug. 11, 2025
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Vendor ban: ZCTU calls out govt
ZCTU expressed concern over a directive issued by Local Government and Public Works minister Daniel Garwe banning night and street vending, including the
By Kudzai Mufushwa
Aug. 11, 2025
Banning used clothes, vending not the solution
Garwe justified his ban by saying vending – especially at night – was fuelling illegal activities, crippling formal businesses and eroding urban order.
By The Standard
Aug. 10, 2025