Mine closure: Zim’s overlooked governance challenge
The answer matters because the quality of mining governance is not determined when a licence is issued or when production reaches its peak.
By John Laisani
Jul. 31, 2026
New environmental law will need strict enforcement
THE introduction of the Environmental Management Bill of 2026, approved by Cabinet last week, could not have come at a more critical time.
By Eddie Zvinonzwa
May. 15, 2026
Ministry halts illegal construction at Harare’s protected Ramsar Site
Despite these protections, the Vlei recently became the frontline of a high-stakes battle between conservation and political patronage.
By Allen Mangava
May. 13, 2026
Harare's wetlands keep disappearing into concrete: here is what they are, what the law says, and who keeps signing off the approvals.
As Harare continues to trade its natural water-management systems for short-term real estate gains, the ecological bill is already coming due.
By Tendai Munhundarima
May. 6, 2026
Zimbabwe’s Children Are Ready. Is the Policy?
Zimbabwe faces real climate pressures. The ND-GAIN Country Index places it among the world’s more climate-vulnerable nations.
By Nyasha Simon Dick
Apr. 10, 2026
Environmental accountability: Reframing the debate on Chinese companies in Zimbabwe
Communities have raised legitimate concerns about river siltation, wetland destruction, deforestation, noise pollution and water contamination.
By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa
Dec. 17, 2025
MP urges stiffer penalties for polluters
“I still believe in imposing more deterrent action, with stiffer penalties for polluters, with full polluter pays requirements, including clean up and rehabilitation costs.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Nov. 26, 2025
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ZiG43m government debt chokes Harare council
Consequently, the city struggles to maintain water quality and availability, posing a health risk to its residents.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Apr. 17, 2025
Child drowning crisis demands robust action and community response
These incidents reflect broader systemic challenges in child protection across Zimbabwe.
By Lawrence Makamanzi
Feb. 25, 2025
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Buried in paperwork: How DNA delays are denying the dead dignity and closure
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Aug. 2, 2026
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Ncube’s budget squeezes under-pressure firms
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By Tatira Zwinoira and Blessed Ndlovu
Aug. 2, 2026
