Luxury in the midst of collapse
THERE appears to be no end in sight to the madness engulfing Zimbabwe’s local authorities, where extravagance at the top has become routine, as if councils are awash with inexhaustible resources
By Newsday
Jan. 27, 2026
Furore over Chitungwiza mayor’s car
According to sources within the council, the vehicle — estimated to be worth US$147 000 — was recently acquired for official mayoral duties.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 25, 2026
Nguluvhe threatens commission for Beitbridge over flooding in border town
Nguluvhe gave the municipality three months to put its house in order and to outsource engineers to help resolve the town’s recurring flooding problems.
By Rex Mphisa
Jan. 19, 2026
Chitungwiza spends lavishly on workshops, while workers go unpaid for 8 months
In a letter seen by NewsDay, workers accused the council of splashing cash on workshops while neglecting employee welfare.
By Donald Nyandoro
Jan. 15, 2026
Chinhoyi lags in road fund utilisation, fuel allocation untouched
The performance falls well below expectation, given that three-quarters of the financial year had elapsed and comes amid mounting public complaints over the deteriorating state of roads in the town.
By Nunurai Jena
Dec. 29, 2025
Chinhoyi enforces dog leash order
In a notice, the local authority reminded residents that, under municipal dog by-laws, all dogs must be kept on a leash when outside their homes and in public spaces.
By Nunurai Jena
Dec. 24, 2025
Kariba unveils ambitious 2026 budget
The budget highlights include improving water, sanitation and hygiene through rehabilitation of existing infrastructure
By Obert Siamilandu
Dec. 6, 2025
Reprieve for defaulting Victoria Falls residents
Moyo announced that only 22 stand owners were yet to complete their payments, adding that the council has granted a six-month extension to settle their outstanding dues.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 23, 2025
Chinese mining activities worsen Bindura water crisis
The local authority claims the mining operations are polluting water sources and causing blockages, compounding challenges caused by a severe drought.
By GRACIOUS DANIEL
Nov. 19, 2025
