BCC fast-tracks major urban planning drive
Council noted progress on LSP 18, covering parts of the northern central business district, which has been adopted following public participation and is awaiting gazetting.
By Silas Nkala
1h ago
Ramaphosa engages neighbours over illegal migration crisis
Ramaphosa, in his address, said his government was putting in place a coterie of measures to curb the influx of undocumented foreign nationals into South Africa.
By Nkululeko Sibanda
1h ago
Broke BCC approves US$500 injection for first lady’s project
The decision followed a request from the Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe, asking local authorities to assist vulnerable children in boarding care.
By Silas Nkala
1h ago
Bulawayo’s vendor mess spirals
Coltart told Southern Eye that the ball is now in the court of Local Government minister Daniel Garwe, who has proposed empowering municipal police to enforce by-laws more effectively.
By Nizbert Moyo
2h ago
Raw sewage pools haunt Cowdray Park
Pools of raw sewage have become a common sight in sections of the high-density suburb, bringing foul smells, environmental pollution and growing health risks.
By Keith Jeketera
2h ago
Beitbridge CBD extension project set to transform border town
The Municipality of Beitbridge has engaged contractor Tiger Eye to undertake the servicing of the new layout.
By Staff Reporter
2h ago
Welshman Ncube threatens showdown with ex-VP’s son
The letter asserted that Mphoko was fully aware that his allegations were baseless, describing his conduct as a deliberate attempt to dismantle Ncube’s professional reputation.
By Nkululeko Sibanda
2h ago
High Court revives Binga chieftainship row
The judge also ordered Grey Sikalelu Muleya, the current Chief Binga and third respondent in the matter, to pay the costs of the condonation application.
By Ngqwele Dube
2h ago
Leaders must unite to stop attacks on migrants in SA
First, the South African government must reaffirm its duty to protect everyone on its soil and ensure that law enforcement and the judiciary hold perpetrators accountable.
By Southern Eye
2h ago
Council endorses community-led slum upgrading partnership
Ngozi Mine is Bulawayo’s most prominent informal settlement located at the Richmond Sanitary Landfill, estimated to be home to approximately 400 households or up to 1 000 residents.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 11, 2026
3 rescued as massive fire guts Byo CBD property
“We had a huge fire next door to Sai Mart Lobengula Street. It was really bad,” Moyo said.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Jun. 11, 2026
Councillors push for immediate implementation of Glassblock Dam project
Ward 14 councillor Dumisani Netha urged authorities to respect the outcome of public consultations, which showed overwhelming support for the project.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Jun. 11, 2026
1,5t bad elephant meat condemned in city blitz
“Enforcement action included issuing intimations for regulatory breaches, imposing deposit fines, and confiscating or condemning unsafe food items,” the report read.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 11, 2026
Lupane hospital stuck with 16 unidentified bodies
The appeal highlights a growing challenge faced by public mortuaries in remote districts, where unidentified or unclaimed bodies can remain in storage for years.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 10, 2026
BCC seeks US$13m loan for infrastructure overhaul
According to Mpunzi, shortages of road construction equipment, tipper trucks, water bowsers and earthmoving machinery have increased operational costs and hindered service delivery.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 10, 2026
Wild animals wreak havoc in Tsholotsho
Residents say the incursions are undermining livelihoods, threatening food security and exposing families to constant danger.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jun. 10, 2026
Nkayi FMD quarantine lifted after 18 months
The quarantine, which affected multiple dip tanks across the district, was imposed under section 21(4)(a) of the Animal Health Act [Chapter 19:01] following the outbreak.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 9, 2026
LSU opens facilities to boost Mat North pass rates
The initiative comes as government intensifies efforts to address persistently low pass rates and instances of zero-percent pass rates recorded at some schools in Matabeleland
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 9, 2026
Mat North gains ground against HIV
The decline in new infections has largely been attributed to a robust decentralised healthcare system comprising 171 health facilities across the province.
By Evans Mathanda
Jun. 9, 2026
Mpilo begins installing new cancer treatment machine
Mpilo Hospital chief biomedical equipment officer Vulindlela Dube said engineers were working on the lower-energy linear accelerator.
By Patricia Sibanda
Jun. 8, 2026
BCC approves board for water utility
The local authority is pressing ahead with plans to establish the utility, a move that some residents have criticised as the privatisation of water services.
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 8, 2026
Mobile clinic brings healthcare closer to Cowdray Park residents
Each morning, scores of residents queue at the clinic for blood pressure checks, blood sugar tests, health advice and treatment for common ailments.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 8, 2026
Coltart pledges new life for Egodini project
In an interview with Southern Eye, Coltart highlighted a significant shift in the project’s design intended to better serve the local economy.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jun. 7, 2026
Khami Prison HIV efforts defy overcrowding
Khami Prison officer-in-charge, chief superintendent Panonetsa Chemugariri, acknowledged that overcrowding presents serious operational challenges.
By Moses Mugugunyeki and Silas Nkala
Jun. 7, 2026
Bulawayo health blitz crackdown
Inspectors targeted supermarkets, butcheries, and informal traders, focusing on illegal operations and poor hygiene.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 7, 2026
How Tongaat is helping beat back cervical cancer in Chiredzi
Roughly 1 030 women are employed by Tongaat Zimbabwe, with women representing approximately 7% of the total workforce.
By Gavi.org
Jun. 7, 2026
New Mpilo cancer machines arrive
Vulindlela Dube, the chief biomedical equipment officer, said the entire installation and quality control process will take approximately three months.
By Patricia Sibanda
Jun. 7, 2026
Gwayi gas project negotiations advanced
CEWALE (Siwale) Discovery Investment is currently finalising paperwork and sourcing funds alongside Lupane Methane Gas (LMG).
By Patricia Sibanda
Jun. 7, 2026
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