BCC fast-tracks major urban planning drive
Council noted progress on LSP 18, covering parts of the northern central business district, which has been adopted following public participation and is awaiting gazetting.
By Silas Nkala
1h ago
Broke BCC approves US$500 injection for first lady’s project
The decision followed a request from the Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe, asking local authorities to assist vulnerable children in boarding care.
By Silas Nkala
2h ago
Bulawayo residents urged to brace for water cuts as council fixes leakages on Citerion pipeline
Town clerk Christopher Dube said heavy water leakages had been noted along Goderich Avenue/Tshabalala Drive in the Donnington West industrial area.
By Patricia Sibanda
19h ago
Council endorses community-led slum upgrading partnership
Ngozi Mine is Bulawayo’s most prominent informal settlement located at the Richmond Sanitary Landfill, estimated to be home to approximately 400 households or up to 1 000 residents.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 11, 2026
1,5t bad elephant meat condemned in city blitz
“Enforcement action included issuing intimations for regulatory breaches, imposing deposit fines, and confiscating or condemning unsafe food items,” the report read.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 11, 2026
Councillors push for immediate implementation of Glassblock Dam project
Ward 14 councillor Dumisani Netha urged authorities to respect the outcome of public consultations, which showed overwhelming support for the project.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Jun. 11, 2026
Invest in rural areas where there is enough land: Chief Dakamela
“I urge corporate companies and others here to invest in rural areas where there is plenty land,” Dakamela said.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jun. 11, 2026
3 rescued as massive fire guts Byo CBD property
“We had a huge fire next door to Sai Mart Lobengula Street. It was really bad,” Moyo said.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Jun. 11, 2026
BCC seeks US$13m loan for infrastructure overhaul
According to Mpunzi, shortages of road construction equipment, tipper trucks, water bowsers and earthmoving machinery have increased operational costs and hindered service delivery.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 10, 2026
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Jun. 7, 2026
