Drug menace claims 8 in Bulawayo’s Queens Park

RESIDENTS in Bulawayo’s Queens Park suburb have raised alarm over escalating cases of drug and substance abuse following the deaths of eight young people in that community. 
By Patricia Sibanda 5h ago

Gwanda South MP warns over poor subject choices

Marupi cited combinations dominated by non-practical subjects such as Family and Religious Studies, Heritage Studies, Mass Display, Physical Education and Ndebele Literature.
By Sharon Sibindi Feb. 8, 2026

Snares remain a threat to wildlife in Hwange

According to the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), wire snares remain one of the cruellest threats to Africa’s wildlife from “tiny birds to the mighty elephant”.
By Obert Siamilandu Sep. 22, 2025

Ratepayers  ZiG$737m debt chokes Gweru

Council assistant finance director, Owen Masimba, said the arrears were affecting key service delivery obligations in the Midlands capital.
By Stephen Chadenga Aug. 27, 2025

MSU headache ahead of ED graduation visit

Information gathered by Southern Eye revealed that there were key construction developments that need to be completed.
By Stephen Chadenga Aug. 27, 2025

Anger over Bulawayo’s service delivery failures

Interviews with the Bulawayo United Residents Association (Bura) and mayor David Coltart reveal a city torn between urgent expectations and long-term recovery plans.
By Sharon Sibindi Aug. 24, 2025

Councillors push for inclusive decision-making

According to council minutes, Bulawayo town clerk Christopher Dube advised that council management will improve communication with councillors.
By Peter Dube May. 21, 2025

Bulawayo should own new water utility: Councillor

Ward 25 councillor Aleck Ndlovu said he would support a water utility solely owned by the local authority as opposed to the model the government implemented in Harare.
By Patricia Sibanda Apr. 1, 2025

Heavy rains leave trail of destruction in Bulawayo

In an interview, Bulawayo City Council acting chief fire officer Mahlangano Moyo said roofing sheets worth approximately ZiG300 000 (about US$10 300 at interbank rate) were destroyed.
By Margaret Lubinda Jan. 16, 2025