Moving Gold, Moving Economies: The Rise of Migrant Women in Zimbabwe’s Mining Sector

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Crocodile Attacks Surge in Zimbabwe, Leaving Nine Dead

The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has expressed concern over a surge in crocodile attacks, which have claimed…

Harare Water Privatisation Sparks Controversy

By Pretty Chavango The government's decision to take over Harare’s water services has sparked criticism from residents’ associations, who argue…

ZimParks Opposes Mining in Hwange’s Black Rhino Protection Zone

The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has released a press statement strongly opposing a proposed mining project in…

Mining License Bid in Hwange Sparks Environmental and Tourism Concerns

Conservationists and concerned citizens are rallying against a proposed coal mining project in Sinamatella, a section of Hwange National Park,…

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Hwange Residents Petition Parliament Over Pollution

by Pretty Chavango Greater Hwange Residents Trust (GHRT) has petitioned Parliament to investigate pollution threats facing Hwange residents and review the Pneumoconiosis Act (Chapter 15:08)…

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Zimbabwe Raises Age Of Consent To 18 Years

The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund has noted the passage of the legislation raising the age of consent for sexual relations to 18 years,…

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Truck Ban Announced to Curb Dust and Road Damage in Hwange

Hwange, Zimbabwe In a move aimed at mitigating environmental degradation and improving community wellbeing, Hwange Colliery Company Limited (HCCL) has…

Will Pfumvudza/Intwasa save Zimbabwe from El Nino-induced drought?

By Pretty Chavango Farming seasons in Zimbabwe have significantly shifted due to the impact of climate change with the country’s…

Picking up the pieces – Life after Cyclone Idai

By Pretty Chavango The rainy season is beckoning. For most people in Zimbabwe, especially farmers this is a welcome development…

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By Pretty Chavango Small grain farmers in Gokwe have implored the government to ensure that markets for small grains are…

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Harare Water Privatisation Sparks Controversy

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Marange Diamond Fields: Security Forces Accused of Deadly Violence

MARANGE, ZIMBABWE – Allegations of excessive force and human rights violations have surfaced against the…

Crocodile Attacks Surge in Zimbabwe, Leaving Nine Dead

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Moving Gold, Moving Economies: The Rise of Migrant Women in Zimbabwe’s Mining Sector

By Pretty Chavango Faith’s hands are calloused, her nails stained with soil and ore. But when she smiles, there’s something…

ZimParks Reports Surge in Human-Wildlife Conflicts in Early 2025

By Pretty Chavango. April 15, 2025 The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has reported a significant rise in…

Green Future Business Bootcamp

From eco-bricks to solar tech, sustainable fashion to organic farming, Zimbabwean youth are turning climate challenges into business opportunities. Green…

Zimbabwe Starts Compensation Payments to Former White Farmers

The Zimbabwean government has started making payments to Former Farm Owners (FFOs) under the Global Compensation Deed (GCD) - a…

Truck Ban Announced to Curb Dust and Road Damage in Hwange

Hwange, Zimbabwe In a move aimed at mitigating environmental degradation and improving community wellbeing, Hwange Colliery Company Limited (HCCL) has…

Zimbabwe Translocates Wildlife to Equatorial Guinea

Zimbabwe is moving 60 wild animals to Equatorial Guinea in a translocation deal aimed at boosting biodiversity in the Central…

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