Bulawayo despairs over high kombi fares
RESIDENTS of Cowdray Park in Bulawayo are reeling under steep kombi fare increases, with some operators charging up to US$2 for a single trip to the city centre.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Mar. 4, 2026
Residents rap council over wetland housing stands
In response, mayor David Coltart said he was unaware of the specific situation, but stated that the local authority’s policy prohibits construction on wetlands.
By Patricia Sibanda
Feb. 27, 2026
Sprouting illegal structures worries BCC
Dube warned that anyone purchasing land in these areas does so at their own risk, as structures on ecologically sensitive sites will be demolished.
By Silas Nkala
Feb. 17, 2026
Rains leave trail of destruction in Bulawayo
Ward 15 councillor Ashton Mhlanga said the rains accompanied by strong winds uprooted trees and destroyed some tuckshops dotted around the ward.
By Nizbert Moyo
Feb. 14, 2026
9-year jail term for armed parlour robber
The guards were dragged to the backyard, ordered to lie down and tied with shoelaces.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Feb. 3, 2026
Power restored to Cowdray Park
While residents expressed relief, many voiced concern over the burden placed on communities during such incidents, especially when they are asked to contribute financially towards repairs.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Dec. 20, 2025
Cowdray Park resident up for damaging ZETDC copper cables
They then used picks to cut and damage the cables, disrupting the power transmission and distribution network in the process.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Dec. 6, 2025
Cowdray Park infrastructure rehabilitation to start in January
Finance minister, Mthuli Ncube, said the provision of services in Cowdray Park is expected to commence in January next year.
By Staff Reporter
Nov. 13, 2025
Government rolls out Presidential Title Deeds Programme in Cowdray Park
Ncube also announced that by January next year, earth-moving equipment will be on the ground to begin infrastructural work, including roads, sewage and water systems.
By Bongile Moyo
Oct. 27, 2025
