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Water leaks haunt City of Gweru

A 2018 service level benchmarking peer review report revealed that the city was losing 57% of treated water due to pipe bursts and leaks.

By Stephen Chadenga Jun. 4, 2025

Gweru struggles to move with times

The city’s old ERP systems were seen as contributing to broader challenges that it faced in areas like revenue collection, service delivery and overall municipal governance.

By Stephen Chadenga Apr. 27, 2025

Gweru to revisit prepaid water meter project

The city has on several occasions shelved the introduction of prepaid water meters, citing financial constraints and the need for a feasibility study.

By Stephen Chadenga Apr. 23, 2025

Gweru to revisit prepaid water meter project

Gweru's salary bill balloons to US$4,5m

GWERU City Council owes its employees approximately US$4,5 million in unpaid salaries as of January 2025, the latest finance committee meeting minutes reveal.

By Stephen Chadenga Mar. 24, 2025

Gweru, City Parking deal pays dividends

City Parking general manager Alphanette Gemu said his company was committed to enhancing service delivery in the city.

By Stephen Chadenga Feb. 25, 2025

Gweru council owed US$18,88 million

Chivhoko also said council was committed to improving the city’s roads, adding that they were in a deplorable state due to incessant rains.

By Stephen Chadenga Feb. 20, 2025

Gweru residents demand feedback on budget approval

Viset executive director Samuel Wadzai said consultations between the local authority and residents should continue throughout the whole budget formulation cycle.

By Stephen Chadenga Jan. 30, 2025

Gweru residents demand feedback on budget approval

Gweru in parking fees promotion

The parking management company said there were three zones in the central business district (CBD) where motorists could park their vehicles during the promotion.

By Stephen Chadenga Jan. 22, 2025