Zim lines up exclusive lodges plan for Victoria Falls Airport

THE Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe (FCZ) has placed a 300-hectare forest block next to Victoria Falls International Airport on the market
By Ruth Maseko Feb. 27, 2026

Forestry Commission unveils bold investment plan

The Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe (FCZ) has launched an ambitious investment prospectus inviting local and international investors to develop high-value timber, ecotourism, and mixed-use projects
By Tatira Zwinoira Feb. 25, 2026

Hwange cracks down on illegal charcoal dealers

Acting on a tip-off, the enforcement teams raided the property and seized the charcoal, which officials believe was produced through the unregulated cutting of indigenous trees. 
By Sharon Sibindi Feb. 1, 2026

Umvebe named tree of the year

Tree Planting Day is commemorated annually on the first Saturday of December.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 22, 2025

‘Forestry Commission bosses sleeping on the job’

A report by the Auditor-General has exposed severe lapses at the Forestry Commission, revealing how lax regulation may be enabling trophy hunters to loot public funds.
By Freeman Makopa Aug. 8, 2025

Forests under siege: Illegal logging costs Zim millions, but solutions emerge

The Forestry Commission in collaboration with the Ema and local non-governmental organisations, has been piloting community-based forestry management programmes in selected regions
By Tonderayi Matonho Aug. 1, 2025

Workers, management clash over Ngamo Safaris takeover

Ngamo Safaris was established by the Forestry Commission to generate revenue for conservation programmes in Zimbabwe’s indigenous forest areas.
By Nizbert Moyo May. 13, 2025

Forestry Commision hails ZB Bank’s support in tree planting initiative

In a statement, the commission lauded the bank for their assistance in making the town greener and complementing their orchard establishment efforts.
By William Vundla Oct. 17, 2024

CRS paves way to rangeland management

More than 61% of the Zimbabwean population live in rural areas and rely on rangeland, underlining its importance in socio-economic wellbeing.
By Tariro Mhute Sep. 24, 2023