Harare council in the spotlight after three fall into port pit and die
The deaths, confirmed Monday by the Combined Harare Residents Association (CHRA), have sparked calls for criminal accountability against council officials responsible for the excavation.
By Valentine Maya
4h ago
Arrest the Land Barons, Not Just the Victims
The victims of land scams deserve protection. The perpetrators deserve prosecution.
By Jacob Kudzayi Mtisi
Jun. 5, 2026
Zanu PF members acquitted in Marimba housing scandal
Lilian Chitanga and Spencer Mabheka were arrested last year after complete houses were demolished by council, with their case being widely publicised in the media.
By Staff Reporter
May. 28, 2026
Looting fears over new Harare levy
The levy was introduced at the beginning of 2025 as a mandatory charge initially called the ambulance levy before being rebranded to the emergency services levy.
By Kenneth Nyangani
May. 17, 2026
No end in sight for Harare’s water crisis as residents pay more for less
Across the capital, residents are paying rising municipal charges despite enduring dry taps, erratic supply schedules and growing dependence on expensive private water deliveries.
By Allen Mangava
May. 12, 2026
Chiwawa appointed acting Harare town clerk
Chipanga left the post after facing a series of corruption allegations.
By Kenneth Nyangani
May. 11, 2026
Council water upgrade to disrupt supply in Dzivarasekwa
The project, being carried out by Helcraw Water Pvt Ltd in partnership with the City of Harare, will see the replacement of ageing asbestos pipes with new PVC infrastructure.
By Boitumelo Makhurane
Apr. 22, 2026
Water tech outfit lays out Harare deal game plan
You are currently rolling out smart water meters in Harare. What are the pertinent features of this project?
By Tinashe Kairiza
Apr. 17, 2026
Glen View residents vow protests over ‘illegal’ park development
The dispute follows the sudden arrival of developers who reportedly began felling trees and clearing land at a recreational space near Glen View 3 Shopping Centre.
By Valentine Maya
Apr. 16, 2026
