City sees surge in approved building plans

The developments are revealed in the council’s latest minutes on Building control section monthly statistics report.
By Silas Nkala 22h ago

US$8m Belarus proposal divides Byo councillors

Councillor Melisa Mabeza also voiced concerns over the pricing, arguing that purchasing from Belarus could be more expensive.
By Silas Nkala Feb. 14, 2025
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Byo silences voices opposing Glassblock Dam

Bulawayo gets its water from Insiza Mayfair, Upper Ncema, Lower Ncema, Mtshabezi, Umzingwane and Inyankuni.
By Patricia Sibanda and Peter Dube Feb. 13, 2025

DAB III Events holds first township indaba

The Mzilikazi Arts Indaba, which took place at Mzilikazi Arts and Craft Centre in Bulawayo, attracted both youthful and senior residents.
By Mpumelelo Moyo Feb. 13, 2025

Siblings nabbed for murder, rape and robbery

Msebele said on January 4, detectives from CID Nkulumane received reports of robbery, rape and attempted murder committed by the two.
By Mpumelelo Moyo Feb. 12, 2025

Council arrests 184 illegal gold panners

THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC)'s parks section last year arrested about 180 illegal gold panners around the city and its water catchment area in Matabeleland South.
By Silas Nkala Feb. 10, 2025

Intwasa Arts Festival koBulawayo appeals for help to support emerging artists

THE Intwasa Arts Festival koBulawayo has launched an appeal for help to support emerging artists through its "Become a Friend of Intwasa" initiative.
By Bongile Moyo Feb. 10, 2025

BCC town clerk, residents clash at consultative indaba

The local authority is planning to introduce a public water utility and it convened a consultative meeting with residents to hear their views on the matter.
By Peter Dube and Bongile Moyo Feb. 10, 2025

Suspected land baron in trouble over US$150m plot

Shoko later took Matsvimbo’s mother, Esther, to the High Court as she was the one in charge of the piece of land on behalf of her son.
By Silas Nkala Feb. 9, 2025