‘Act now’; Coltart’s plea on city’s dire water situation
Residents are enduring the worst water challenges in years, going up to 130 hours without running taps, forcing them to rely on unsafe water sources,
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 26, 2025
US$5m monthly for Gwayi-Shangani project
He said funding for the project would also cater for the resettlement and compensation of families affected by dam construction.
By Nqobizwe Thebe
Jun. 24, 2025
Gwayi-Shangani Dam project to miss December deadline
The Gwayi-Shangani Dam, a major component of the Matabeleland Zambezi Water Project, has faced multiple setbacks and missed several deadlines.
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 13, 2025
Gwayi-Shangani project 72% done, but progress criticised
By October 2024, the dam wall was 70,2% complete, with 39 metres of the planned 72-metre structure built.
By Sharon Sibindi
May. 16, 2025
Release funds for Gwayi-Shangani Dam: Minister
On completion, Lake Gwayi-Shangani will be the third largest in-land water reservoir in Zimbabwe.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Apr. 7, 2025
Minister optimistic on Gwayi-Shangani Dam deadline
Moyo said Bulawayo residents and the greater Matabeleland region have waited for far too long for the project to come to life.
By Sharon Sibindi
Mar. 9, 2025
Gwayi-Shangani to transform Matabeleland region: MP
Speaking in the National Assembly last week, Tshuma called for the timeous completion of the dam, emphasising its potential to transform Matabeleland's agriculture.
By Chantay Ruswa
Dec. 3, 2024
Gwayi-Shangani: A tale of unfulfilled promises
The Gwayi-Shangani project is seen as a lasting solution to Bulawayo’s water crisis, but it is behind schedule having missed deadlines since construction began way back in 2004.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 27, 2024
Drought forces farmers into livestock migration
As pastures and water shortages continue to worsen, livestock health deteriorates, leading to more deaths from starvation and drought-induced diseases.
By Fairness Moyana
Oct. 6, 2024
