THE country’s second city is battling a critical shortage of ambulances. Speaking during a pass-out parade for graduating firefighters at the weekend, the city’s chamber secretary, Sikhangele Zhou, said the metro only had seven ambulances — when 30 were needed to be able to offer optimal services. “We only have seven out of the required…
THE government says it will not privatise water in Bulawayo if the council’s proposed water utility project proves to be a viable solution to the water challenges facing the city. Speaking to the Daily News at the weekend, the minister of Local Government, Daniel Garwe, said the government would interrogate Bulawayo’s water utility proposal in…
THE Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (Zimstat) says the country recorded a 13 percent increase in crime rate in the fourth quarter of 2024. In its latest crime statistics report released yesterday, Zimstat said the country was increasingly experiencing various forms of crime. “The police recorded 232 593 offences from July to September 2024, a 13…
THE Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has confirmed the translocation of 60 wildlife species to Equatorial Guinea in what it says is meant to “bolster biodiversity” in the central Africa country. In a statement yesterday, ZimParks spokesperson Tinashe Farawo said the translocation process complied with animal welfare protocols. “ZimParks in partnership with Equatorial…
BULAWAYO mayor, David Coltart says he is pushing to ensure the proposed water utility will be run transparently in a bid to guard against corruption. Residents have strongly objected to the Bulawayo City Council (BCC)’s proposal to introduce a water utility, citing concerns over transparency, community representation and potential financial mismanagement. But speaking during a…
CENTRAL government is supporting the rehabilitation of Bulawayo’s water infrastructure, in a bid to improve its operational efficiency. Speaking to the Daily News, the minister of Finance, Mthuli Ncube, confirmed yesterday that authorities were providing both financial and technical assistance to the city, to perk up its water system. This comes after the Bulawayo City…
POLICE in Bulawayo have warned desperate jobseekers to be cautious of conmen luring them with fake employment offers. Acting police spokesperson Nomalanga Msebele urged residents not to entertain strangers offering jobs in the streets. “Police in Bulawayo would like to warn the public to be on high alert for criminals posing as managers,” Msebele said….
THE government has urged the livestock sector to increase production and boost the national herd as current figures indicate no significant growth. Speaking at a livestock conference in Bulawayo on Friday, the deputy minister of Lands, Davis Marapira, emphasised the need to expand the national herd, currently standing at 5,7 million. “This sector plays a…
THE government has challenged livestock farmers to prioritise financial solutions that boost their production. Speaking at a livestock sector conference in Bulawayo yesterday, the Ministry of Agriculture permanent secretary, Obert Jiri, said innovative financial solutions were crucial for the agricultural sector. “We need financial growth within the livestock sector if we are to realise the…
THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC) says its water infrastructure has collapsed and an estimated US$3 billion is needed for rehabilitation. Speaking at a water indaba in the city yesterday, BCC director of engineering services Sikhumbuzo Ncube said residents should be aware of the realities the city is facing. “The infrastructure we had when we gained…
