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Zimbabwe secures US$5.7m grant for biodiversity conservation in Sebungwe

The Ministry of Environment confirmed the development on its social media platforms describing it as a significant boost to the country's conservation efforts.

By Donald Nyandoro Jun. 5, 2026

Zimbabwe secures US$5.7m grant for biodiversity conservation in Sebungwe

After three decades, black rhino return to Zimbabwe’s Matusadona

Their return completes a remarkable conservation journey that began in the late 1980s when rampant poaching forced authorities to remove rhinos from the Zambezi Valley to safer locations.

By Valentine Maya Jun. 3, 2026

After three decades, black rhino return to Zimbabwe’s Matusadona

Zim pushes for unified conservation financing framework

“What remains the main barrier to impact is fragmentation and lack of resources,” she said.

By Obert Siamilandu May. 30, 2026

Zim pushes for unified conservation financing framework

BREAKING: Buffaloes escape game park in Sanyati

Chinhengo said rangers typically track and return stray animals to the sanctuary, but swift intervention is critical when dangerous wildlife enters residential areas.

By Nhau Mangirazi May. 29, 2026

BREAKING: Buffaloes escape game park in Sanyati

Ndlovu urges government agencies to tap carbon markets for climate funding

Ndlovu called on technical officials to develop bankable project proposals and urged management to allocate resources for project preparation.

By Blessed Ndlovu May. 29, 2026

Ndlovu urges government agencies to tap carbon markets for climate funding

Growing human-wildlife conflict cause for concern in Vic Falls

The baboon, part of a troop that scavenges at a rubbish dump near human settlements, was found with a wire snare tightly wrapped around its neck.

By Staff Reporter May. 21, 2026

Growing human-wildlife conflict cause for concern in Vic Falls

Zimbabwe’s Climate Change Management Bill: A panacea for sustainable climate mitigation

If passed, the legislation will establish a national framework for climate governance, mainstreaming climate action into key sectors such as agriculture, energy and mining.

By Christopher Mahove May. 16, 2026

Zimbabwe’s Climate Change Management Bill: A panacea for sustainable climate mitigation

Lake Kariba’s shoreline overrun by illegal slums

Lake Kariba supports thousands of households through commercial and subsistence fishing and remains a cornerstone of Zimbabwe's inland fisheries sector.

By Obert Siamilandu May. 14, 2026