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Building by-laws under review

THE government has announced plans to review model building by-laws to develop a National Building Code designed to keep pace with new developments in the housing sector

By Donald Nyandoro Mar. 27, 2026

Former minister loses land dispute

The dispute was centred on a 150,27-hectare property, known as the remainder of Glen Forest of Borrowdale Estate.

By Desmond Chingarande Mar. 20, 2026

Ncube warns land barons over stands

The Midlands minister said government had put in place mechanisms to deal with land barons who thrive on duping unsuspecting prospective home owners through fraudulent land deals.

By Stephen Chadenga Feb. 19, 2026

Byo’s housing crisis demands urgent, inclusive solutions

Bulawayo’s housing crisis has reached alarming proportions, with the city council’s waiting list swelling to more than 161 000 applicants as of December 2025.

By Southern Eye Feb. 11, 2026

Byo’s housing crisis demands urgent, inclusive solutions

Government warns rogue housing co-operatives

The directive was delivered by Women Affairs deputy minister Kiven Mutimbanyoka during a tour of the Hatcliffe Housing Union Co-operative on Wednesday.

By Belindah Chikandiwa Jan. 30, 2026

Government warns rogue housing co-operatives

BCC apologises over refuse collection chaos

“The city is facing a shortage of refuse compactors,” Coltart said.

By Nizbert Moyo Dec. 13, 2025

BCC apologises over refuse collection chaos

New twist in Marondera land dispute

“Council is now running around trying to get the paperwork in order, but this is happening long after stands were already allocated,” the source said.

By Staff Reporter Dec. 7, 2025

Gwanda housing project back on track

The project, which began in 2015, remains a pipe dream for residents who paid between US$3,000 and US$11,000 for residential stands in low, medium, and high-density areas.

By Silas Nkala Dec. 7, 2025

Gwanda begins Hlalani Kuhle regularisation

Under the initiative, contracted to Zimbuild, critical works including sewer infrastructure, water reticulation and road construction are being implemented.

By Staff Writer Dec. 5, 2025