Bubi village heads linked to land scams

A number of village heads in Matabeleland North’s Bubi district have been expelled on charges of conning desperate land seekers in cahoots with land barons.
By Silas Nkala Dec. 1, 2024

Tough times for Mat’land learners as rains set in

Ndoro said the ministry was also exploring partnerships with local organisations to ease challenges faced by learners.
By Berita Kafesu Nov. 13, 2024

Chiwenga says Cabinet approves construction of Mat’land roads

Chiwenga said infrastructure was key to providing the quality of life essential for poverty alleviation, adding that no area could experience development when it was not accessible.
By Nizbert Moyo Nov. 8, 2024

Mat South senator raps govt over Bulawayo water crisis

Mlotshwa made the remarks during a Senate session last week as she bemoaned government’s failure to find a lasting solution to the city’s water challenges.
By Peter Dube Nov. 8, 2024

Insiza villagers cross swords with Chief Mafu

In response to the petitions Chief Mafu last month held a meeting with the villagers in Chetumbu area, where he reportedly told his subjects that he would not remove Msimanga from his position.
By Blessing Kurebwa Nov. 7, 2024

Farmers devastated after hail storm hits Beitbridge district

Agritex head at Beitbridge, Masauso Mawocha, said a Mtetengwe farmer lost 20 000 heads of cabbages, 10 000 plants of water melons and green mealies all ready for the market.
By Staff Reporter Oct. 26, 2024

Matabeleland mourns Chief Marupi

Matabeleland South Provincial Affairs and Devolution minister Evelyn Ndlovu said the province had lost a young traditional leader who was still learning from his elderly colleagues.
By Nizbert Moyo and Silas Nkala Oct. 23, 2024

Mat South tops in diaspora remittances. . . as Midlands leads in local remittances

This was revealed in the 2024 Zimbabwe Livelihoods Assessment Committee Rural Livelihoods Assessment report on households which received remittances or gifts.
By Silas Nkala Oct. 14, 2024

Matabeleland North tops in open defecation

The report said Matabeleland North had the highest proportion of households which practised open defecation in the five years.
By Silas Nkala Sep. 30, 2024