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
Govt pushes to restore 250 000ha of wetlands
GOVERNMENT has called for a coordinated, whole-of-community approach to protecting and rehabilitating Zimbabwe’s wetlands, as the nation targets restoring 250 000 hectares of degraded wetlands
By Obert Siamilandu
Feb. 4, 2026
Wetlands vanishing faster than forests, Zimbabwe sounds alarm
Looking ahead, Zimbabwe has committed to restoring 250,000 hectares of degraded wetlands and designating five new Ramsar Sites by 2030, adding to the seven sites already listed.
By Nunurai Jena
Feb. 3, 2026
Wetlands sustain life, mitigate climate change
This year’s commemorations will be held under the theme Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage.
By Pride Nyamupangedengu
Jan. 29, 2026
The race against time: Halting Zim’s rapid loss of wetland areas
As the sun casts a golden glow over the Manyame River wetlands, Tapiwa Marangwanda surveys the scene with a mix of pride and concern.
By Tonderayi Matonho
Sep. 16, 2025
Senate wants moratorium on wetlands stand allocation
The motion called for all wetlands to be declared ecosystem sensitive areas so that no one can tamper with them.
By Kudzai Mufushwa
Sep. 8, 2025
Sustainable pathways to boost food production in Zimbabwe
Food insecurity persists, worsened by climate change, erratic rainfall, and a reliance on outdated farming practices.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Sep. 7, 2025
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We have hosted the best Ramsar Conference: Minister
Wetlands are among the world's most productive ecosystems and are critical for wildlife preservation.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jul. 30, 2025
Time to save our vanishing wetlands
Even more alarming, wetlands are disappearing three times faster than forests.
By Lawrence Makamanzi
Jul. 28, 2025
