Sand poachers devastate Hwange’s environment
The council says the intervention marks the start of a comprehensive plan to rehabilitate the damaged land and explore sustainable development opportunities.
By Sharon Sibindi
Dec. 21, 2024
Hwange master plan development to spur growth: Chairperson
Mafa told Southern Eye that council was pushing for incorporation of seven wards in the concession areas into the local board as well as attaining town status.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 30, 2024
Hwange fails to bill properties for 20 years
The HLB could not truly ascertain the value of properties in its area for billing purposes as it last carried out a general valuation roll more than 20 years ago.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 23, 2024
Residents applaud council’s garbage collection efforts
Council recently embarked on an exercise aimed at ensuring that all businesses operating in the area had refuse receptacles at their premises.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 14, 2024
HLB, Zinwa sign MoU over Empumalanga water project
In a letter written by HLB spokesperson Dumisani Nsingo, HLB and Zinwa held a meeting on September 27 to discuss the MoU.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 5, 2024
HLB, Zinwa in Empumalanga water project deal
Greater Hwange Residents Trust co-ordinator Fidelis Chima hailed the move.
By Silas Nkala
Sep. 30, 2024
Hwange ‘ghost ward’ councillor proposes official incorporation
Nyathi was reacting to Hwange Local Board (HLB)’s poor performance attributed to the existence of 10 “ghost” wards whose councillors do not fall under its purview.
By Sharon Sibindi
Sep. 23, 2024
Hwange threatens debtors
"There are some unscrupulous individuals that have told themselves that they are connected and won't pay rates,” he said.
By Sharon Sibindi
Sep. 22, 2024
Hwange poor performance attributed to 10 ghost wards
He said such ad hoc administration meant council was being deprived of massive revenue estimated to be around US$1,5 million per year.
By Sharon Sibindi
Sep. 16, 2024
