Rains expose Bulawayo council

He noted that even minimal rainfall now results in flooding in several suburbs, turning roads into waterways and residential areas into hazard zones. 
By Sharon Sibindi Feb. 1, 2026

Hwange motorist swept away while crossing flooded river

Matabeleland North provincial police spokesperson Inspector Glory Banda confirmed the incident and identified the missing man as Washington Ncube. 
By Nizbert Moyo Jan. 30, 2026

More than 100 people killed and hundreds of thousands displaced in South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe

More than 70 people have died in Zimbabwe and 30 in South Africa, where hundreds of people were evacuated from Kruger national park earlier this month after a deluge of rain. 
By The Guardian Jan. 27, 2026

Flash floods ravage Binga South’s Tinde ward

Local authorities responded swiftly, providing emergency shelter, food and other relief to affected families. 
By Nokuxola Mbangeni and Berita Kafesu Jan. 26, 2026

Citizens must take flood warnings seriously

It is hoped, however, that the DCP has fully internalised the lessons from Cyclone Idai in March 2019.  
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Jan. 23, 2026

Living the realities: Communities struggle to combat urban flooding challenges

His statement truly encapsulates the devastation the floods have wrought on this former-commercial farm and now a sprawling 10-12 hectare human settlement.  
By Tonderayi Matonho Jan. 21, 2026

Red Cross on high alert as heavy rains trigger flood fears

ZRCS secretary-general Elias Hwenga said the organisation had moved into full preparedness mode to ensure a rapid and co-ordinated response should disaster strike. 
By Moses Mugugunyeki Jan. 21, 2026

Do not gamble with flooded rivers, bridges

THE warning from the Meteorological Services Department (MSD) and the Department of Civil Protection could not be clearer: avoid crossing flooded rivers and bridges to prevent loss of life.
By Newsday Jan. 20, 2026

Zim faces heavy rains, flash floods

The heavy rains, according to the alert, would be accompanied by strong winds, lightning and thunderstorms expected across the country.
By Sharon Zebra Jan. 20, 2026