Environment
A War 8,000km Has Just Made Farming Precarious in Zimbabwe
For the first time in 2 years, diesel now costs more than petrol in Zimbabwe and it is threatening to wipe out farmers’ profits just as they prepare for the summer planting season. The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) last week raised Diesel to US$2.08 a litre, while Blend petrol rose to US$2.06. This is
Met Dep Warns of Thunderstorms, Heavy Rains Across Zimbabwe
The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has warned of widespread thunderstorms, strong winds, lightning and heavy downpours across the country from Tuesday to Thursday. In an advisory issued on Monday, the MSD said the country will come under the influence of cool, moist south-easterly winds interacting with a mid-level atmospheric system. This will result in unstable
Harare Commissions New US$2m Pumps to Tap Lake Manyame, Boost Water Supply
By Chenesai Mugwadi Harare’s water supply is set for a major boost after the City commissioned five new pumps at Morton Jaffray Water Works to draw water from Lake Manyame, 28 kilometres away. Mayor Cllr Jacob Mafume commissioned the pumps on Tuesday at a ceremony attended by Deputy Mayor Cllr Rosemary Muronda and Acting Town
Erratic Rains Set to Complicate Zimbabwe’s 2026/27 Farming Season
Despite the dry spell, the MSD cautions that erratic weather patterns and high temperatures could lead to severe storms, flash floods, strong winds, and lightning.
Government Warns Of Another Drought Loading
The warning comes as the country continues to recover from the devastating 2023/24 El Niño drought.
Marondera Man Pleads Guilty After Undercover Sting Over Lion Teeth
A 37 year old Marondera man has landed in court after he was allegedly caught trying to sell eight lion teeth worth US$20 000 in an undercover wildlife trafficking operation in Harare.
Kariba Ferry Tragedy: Death Toll Climbs to 97 as More Bodies Recovered
The ZRP confirmed the latest recoveries on Thursday afternoon, saying the death toll had now reached 97.
Drought Grips Matabeleland as El Niño Bites Harder Than Expected
Cattle losses mount as rural communities face the driest season in a decade.
Inside the Fight to Stop Illegal Sand Mining on the Manyame River
Riverside communities and environmental groups are pushing back as sand poaching accelerates erosion.
Solar Boom: How Load-Shedding Turned Zimbabwe Into a Rooftop Solar Nation
Years of power cuts have quietly made Zimbabwe one of Africa's fastest-growing solar markets.