February 05
Zimbabwe: By-Elections Shadowed By Violence and Intimidation of Observers
Zimbabwe held six parliamentary by-elections on Saturday to fill the seats vacated by the recall of opposition lawmakers by a self-proclaimed secretary general of the Citizens… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Coltart Stays Put Amidst CCC's Political Turmoil
Bulawayo Mayor Councilor David Coltart says he is not resigning from his position as Bulawayo Mayor following recent speculation around his in the wake of political squabbles… Read more »
January 31
Zimbabwe: Housing Crisis in Zimbabwe - Low-Income Units Lack Basic Amenities Amid Allegations of Corruption
A dire housing situation unfolds in Zimbabwe as many low-income housing units grapple with the absence of essential amenities, leaving residents vulnerable to health risks. Read more »
Zimbabwe: I Am Prepared for Anything' Freed Sikhala Writes a Letter
Former Zengeza West legislator Job Sikhala who was yesterday given a two year prison term wholly suspended has thanked Zimbabweans for supporting him through the 595 days he spend… Read more »
October 18, 2023
Zimbabwe: Cholera Update - 5030 New Cases, 139 Deaths
The country reported 55 new suspected cholera cases and one suspected death on Monday, bringing the total number of suspected and confirmed cases to 5,030 and the death toll to 139… Read more »
October 13, 2023
Zimbabwe: Sandawana Mine in Mberengwa West to Boost Lithium Production - Zhou
President Emmarson Mnangwa's State of the Nation Address (SONA) highlighted the importance of the mining sector in propelling Zimbabwe's socioeconomic development and growth. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Aims for 95 Percent Polio Vaccination Coverage in Latest Campaign
Government is targeting to vaccinate 95 percent of the over two million children under the age of five in the latest polio vaccination campaign launched in the resort town of… Read more »
October 11, 2023
Zimbabwe: Chamisa's Party Disengages From Parliament, Councils After Recalls
Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has announced that his party will be disengaging from Parliament and local authorities following the controversial recall… Read more »
October 10, 2023
Zimbabwe: Speaker Declares 15 CCC Parliamentary Seats in Matabeleland Vacant
Speaker of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda has declared 15 parliamentary seats in Matabeleland vacant, following the controversial recall of legislators by Sengezo Tshabangu,… Read more »
October 09, 2023
Zimbabwe: Villagers Abandon Market Gardening, Farming for Coke Scavenging As Climate Change Takes Toll
Some villagers in the arid Hwange District are leaving their homes to scavenge for coke in Hwange Town, abandoning their chores including market gardening and farming in rainy… Read more »
October 05, 2023
Zimbabwe: Concern Over Proliferation of Liquor Stores in Harare
The Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in Zimbabwe (SAAPA ZW) has raised serious concerns about the rapid proliferation of liquor stores in Harare and other urban areas with… Read more »
October 02, 2023
Zimbabwe: Shoko Festival Meets Expectations
The 13th edition of Shoko Festival which ended this weekend was able to meet its "Take back" theme for the young artistes who never disappointed by exuding their immense talent… Read more »
September 30, 2023
Zimbabwe: UAE and Zimbabwe Sign Groundbreaking ITMO-Based Conservation Agreement Over 7.5 Million Ha
Harare - In a landmark development for climate action, the United Arab Emirates' Blue Carbon and the Government of Zimbabwe have joined forces to pioneer forest emission reduction… Read more »
September 28, 2023
Zimbabwe: Shoko Festival Kicks Off
The 13th edition of Shoko Festival, Zimbabwe's longest-running festival of urban culture kicks off today with a catalogue of exciting activities lined up. Read more »
September 27, 2023
Zimbabwe: Hwange Colliery Company Limited Denies Burning Fossils, Causing Air Pollution
Hwange Colliery Company (HCCL) has distances itself from burning fossil fuels that causes air pollution which has been causing respiratory diseases in several villages close to… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Parched Earth, Violated Rights - Climate Change and the Crisis of SRHR in Zimbabwe's Villages
In Hwange's Chachachunda village, tucked in western Zimbabwe, 14-year-old Amina has to trek long distances in search of water because rising temperatures and unpredictable rainfall… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Govt Accelerates Borehole Drilling Programme to Provide Clean Water and Slash Cholera Risk
The Zimbabwean government has accelerated its borehole drilling programme in Manicaland province's Marange district to provide safe and clean water for the communities affected by… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Cholera Outbreak Response Underway in Buhera - Health Minister
Health and Child Care Minister, Dr. Douglas Mombeshora says the Government has put in measures to combat a new cholera outbreak that has been reported in Manicaland's Buhera… Read more »
September 25, 2023
Zimbabwe: Former Zanu-PF G40 Kingpins Accused of Causing Chaos in Harare
Former Zanu PF Generation 40 (G40) kingpins are causing chaos in Harare province as they are working tirelessly to illegally remove the current provincial leadership. Read more »
September 20, 2023
Zimbabwe: Women's Rights Under Threat in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean women are facing a serious setback in their quest for gender equality and empowerment, as the country's leadership fails to uphold the constitutional provisions that… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Shoko Festival Returns, Focus On Reclaiming Youth Space
The 13th edition of Zimbabwe's longest running festival of urban culture, Shoko Festival returns next week with focus on reclaiming space for the youth to showcase their art and… Read more »
September 07, 2023
Southern Africa: Mnangagwa's Spokesperson Accuses SADC Election Observer Chief of Protocol Violation
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's spokesperson, George Charamba, has levelled strong criticism at Nevers Mumba, the head of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Election… Read more »
August 22, 2023
Zimbabwe: ActionAid Zimbabwe Relaunches the Social Justice Manifesto
ActionAid Zimbabwe, an organisation working to achieve social justice, gender equality, and poverty eradication has relaunched the Social Justice Manifesto. Initially launched… Read more »
August 20, 2023
Zimbabwe: The Role of Domestic Observers in Elections
As Zimbabwe prepares to hold harmonised elections next week on 23 August 2023, it is essential to highlight the role domestic observers play in emboldening democracy and electoral… Read more »
August 17, 2023
Zimbabwe: Presidential Borehole Scheme Expands to All Provinces
Communities across the country's 10 provinces are expressing gratitude towards government as the Presidential borehole drilling scheme has expanded to all provinces of Zimbabwe,… Read more »