Fish rots from the head: Harare’s case of leadership failure

Leadership failure and corruption have turned Harare into a mess.
By Tinashe Kairiza Aug. 29, 2025

2 council workers die at sewage plant

The deceased were sewage works attendants stationed at the plant in Glen View, which is the largest sewage treatment plant in Harare with a design capacity of 144 000m3/d.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 29, 2025

Bucket system clogging Harare’s sewers

Shumba urged the city fathers to come up with practical, immediate solutions to restore basic services and upgrade ageing infrastructure before the situation worsens.
By Gracious Daniel Aug. 26, 2025

Where is the Local Government ministry?

Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison is keenly waiting to swallow these culprits who should have been taken in some months ago.
By Johannes Marisa Aug. 22, 2025

Stuck in a rut: Mbare’s struggle for dignity amid housing crisis

As Mary and Tafadzwa and countless others await answers, the call for dignity, respect and improved living conditions grows louder.
By Tonderayi Matonho Aug. 21, 2025

Over 450 Hre shops closed over licences, regulations

The closures, which began earlier this month, are part of an ongoing effort to crack down on unregulated commerce and ensure compliance with local laws.
By Gracious Daniel Aug. 20, 2025

Unsafe wiring, blocked hydrants blamed for GV fires

A FIRE broke out at the Glen View 8 SMEs complex in Harare early yesterday morning, destroying several market stalls, with authorities blaming the blaze on illegal electricity connections.
By Natasha Ncube Aug. 18, 2025

HCC forms special unit to probe decades of corruption

THE Harare City Council (HCC) has established a special legacy department to investigate past corruption, implement corrective measures, and restore public trust
By Kenneth Nyangani Aug. 14, 2025
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Pension fund clinches US$18m Monomotapa Hotel takeover deal

Strategically located in Harare’s central business district, Monomotapa is one of the country’s most recognisable tourism assets.
By Tatira Zwinoira Aug. 3, 2025