5 000 traders affected by Mbare Musika inferno

Muswere said authorities have cobbled up a response plan to assist the traders to restock that includes loans, grants and other stimulus packages.
By Priveledge Gumbodete Oct. 30, 2024

Security guard denied bail over Mbare Musika fire

Action Chakauya (35) appeared before Mbare magistrate Artwell Sanyatwa, who remanded him in custody to November 11.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Oct. 23, 2024

Mbare Fire: Tragic reminder to safeguard informal sector

The informal sector is a cornerstone of Zimbabwe’s economy, accounting for 80–90% of employment and contributing approximately 64% to GDP.
By Michael Zuze Oct. 18, 2024

Mbare Musika fire: Suspect nabbed, in court

Action Chakauya (35) appeared before Mbare magistrate Artwell Sanyatwa, who remanded him in custody to October 21 for bail ruling.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Oct. 18, 2024

Mbare fire: Probe stalls as evidence disappears

Mafume said there were two major problems among other challenges affecting operations in Mbare, including civil works, where there is need for drainage and a lack of structures.
By Lorraine Muromo Oct. 17, 2024

Informal traders need safer places to operate from

Tuesday’s event is a stark reminder of the hurdles the informal sector faces in this tough economic environment which has resulted in some companies closing shop.
By Newsday Oct. 14, 2024
Premium

Anguish and despair in the wake of Mbare Musika inferno

Takudya is among the thousands of vendors who were left counting losses after an inferno razed parts of the bustling market last Tuesday evening.
By Takudzwa Munemo Oct. 13, 2024

Mbare's heart stands still: fire ravages local marketplace, leaving vendors in despair

According to eyewitnesses, the fire may have been caused by cigarette smokers who sell sweeping brooms in the market.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Oct. 9, 2024

Dynamos eye windfall

DeMbare made it past the first preliminary round of the competition last month after defeating Zambia’s Zesco United 1-0 on aggregate.
By Fortune Mbele Sep. 18, 2024