Mafume warns of Harare security time bomb

 Addressing council officials, a concerned Mafume expressed alarm over the ease with which suspected land barons are navigating the city’s headquarters.
By Gracious Daniel Mar. 15, 2026

Mafume: Harare water crisis now out of control

In a letter to the chief decretary in the Office of the President and Cabinet, Mafume admitted that the problem hadspiralled beyond the municipality's capacity to handle. 
By Gracious Daniel Mar. 8, 2026

Government applauds Chiwawa’s appointment as Harare chamber secretary 

Information Secretary Nick Mangwana, speaking as guest of honour at a celebration marking Chiwawa’s elevation, said the appointment was well deserved. 
By Kenneth Nyangani Feb. 23, 2026

Municipal police, council officials frustrate Harare reforms: Mafume

Speaking during a full council meeting at Town House last week, Mafume said internal resistance was stalling key proposals designed to strengthen enforcement and clean up the city centre. 
By Gracious Daniel and Kenneth Nyangani Feb. 16, 2026

Mafume hunts missing US$200m as services crumble

His pledge comes as Harare’s decline is visible across the capital, dry taps, sewage spilling into residential streets, uncollected refuse and pothole-scarred roads disrupting traffic and commerce. 
By Freeman Makopa Feb. 13, 2026

Sino-Zim unity shines at creative Chinese New Year Carnival

Harare Mayor Councillor Jacob Mafume praised organisers for delivering an event that celebrated diversity while promoting economic and cultural exchange.
By Tendai Sauta Feb. 9, 2026
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Harare prime land saga deepens

Harare mayor Jacob Mafume was questioned by Zacc investigators and released on the same day without any charges being laid against him. 
By Staff Reporter Feb. 1, 2026

Garwe’s hand in Harare land scandal exposed

The three were arrested after Marvis Java approached the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) claiming that she had been sold a non-existent commercial stand in Newlands. 
By Staff Reporter Jan. 25, 2026

Harare City, vendors headed for another showdown

HARARE mayor Jacob Mafume has warned members of the municipal police that inconsistent enforcement of regulations will not be tolerated, adding that vendors who defy rules will face repercussions.
By Gracious Daniel Jan. 20, 2026