63K benefit from Russia–WFP food aid programme
MORE than 63 000 people in Bulilima and Kariba districts are benefiting from a humanitarian food assistance programme implemented by the World Food Programme (WFP)in partnership with Russia
By Silas Nkala
17h ago
Consultation or coercion? Why Murewa RDC levy demands urgent review
The council has indicated that these levies emanate from budget consultations conducted with communities.
By John Laisani
Apr. 9, 2026
Bulawayo water services privatisation gathers pace
Once operational, this temporary body will pave the way for a substantive board to take over, marking a permanent change in how Bulawayo manages its most precious resource.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 5, 2026
Education, debate and development: Repositioning rural schools in Zim’s national economic vision
Zimbabwe’s education system has long been recognised as one of the strongest foundations of the country’s social and economic development.
By Justice Chengeta Jr
Apr. 3, 2026
Concern over lifting of town planning moratorium
Local Government and Public Works minister Daniel Garwe withdrew the moratorium, citing improved planning capacity across local authorities.
By Shalom Manjerere
Apr. 2, 2026
When the State wears party colours: Rethinking governance in Zim
The symbolism, the slogans and at times even the regalia can blur an important line — where the State ends and the ruling party begins.
By Simbarashe Namusi
Mar. 28, 2026
GIZ–SADC PF partnership set to strengthen democratic governance
The initiative is commissioned by the Federal Government of Germany and co-financed by the International Partnership Austria through the Austrian Development Agency and the European Union.
By Moses Magadza
Mar. 19, 2026
Governance in slow motion: The human cost of delayed action
By the time enforcement takes place, the problem is no longer administrative, it is social, economic and humanitarian.
By John Laisani
Mar. 19, 2026
Govt accelerates Bulawayo–Maphisa road upgrade ahead of Independence Day celebrations
Authorities say the highway rehabilitation forms part of a wider programme of projects being implemented to prepare the province for the national event.
By Freeman Makopa
Mar. 13, 2026
