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 THE government has raised alarm over growing water contamination across the country, calling for urgent action and stronger partnerships to safeguard water resources and protect public health.Speaking on behalf of the minister of Agriculture, Anxious Masuka, during an inaugural Water Summit in Harare yesterday, the ministry’s chief director for water resources, Tinayeshe Mutazu, warned that…

 LAWMAKERS have called for the urgent capacita­tion of the Civil Protection Unit (CPU) and the Rural Infrastructure Development Agency (RIDA) to enable swifter rescue operations for flood-marooned com­munities. This comes as over 130 people have lost their lives this rainy season, sparking concerns over national disaster preparedness. Raising a point of national interest in the…

HARARE’S joint anti-litter operation has resulted in 370 arrests as authorities intensify efforts to clean the capital.The operation targets public transport operators without bins, shops, litterbugs, and individuals involved in illegal dumping across industrial and residential areas.Authorities say the campaign, conducted day and night, seeks to curb pollution and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.“We are…

GWANDA residents will soon face prolonged water challenges after heavy rains caused Mtshabezi High School Dam to breach, disrupting the town’s water supply.The Zimbabwe National Water Authority (Zinwa) yesterday confirmed that while Mtshabezi High School Dam had breached, Mtshabezi Dam itself is full, spilling, and structurally safe.Speaking to the Daily News, Civil Protection Unit (CPU)…

THE government has called on health stakeholders to prioritise oral healthcare, emphasising preventive care, early diagnosis, and timely treatment.Speaking at the official launch of United Bulawayo Hospital (UBH)’s first-ever dental department, the minister of State for Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Judith Ncube, said oral health was, crucial, but often overlooked part of overall well-being.“Oral…

CHEGUTU Municipality has set aside 23.2 hectares for youth land allocation as part of a low-cost housing project.The land, known as the Remainder of Lot 1 of Umvovo of Hartley Township Lands, will be allocated following a council resolution aimed at promoting inclusive housing development in the town.Chegutu Municipality town clerk Jacob Chikuruwo said the…

THE Zimbabwe National Family Planning Council (ZNFPC) has raised concern over high teenage pregnancy rates in Mashonaland Central Province.Estimating prevalence at between 31 and 37 percent, the ZNFPC noted the trend is significantly contributing to increased cases of child marriages.Giving oral evidence before the Senate thematic committee on HIV and Aids on Monday, ZNFPC chief…

A BULAWAYO man has appeared in court facing fraud charges after allegedly deceiving service providers through various scams.Vusumuzi Mpala, 30, was not asked to plead when he appeared before Bulawayo magistrate Mark Dzira.He was remanded in custody to March 27 pending a bail hearing.Mpala is accused of targeting unsuspecting individuals by offering them lucrative contracts,…

THREE people died at a Gwanda mine after their cabin caught fire under unclear circumstances late Thursday night.According to national police spokesperson Paul Nyathi, the victims were burnt beyond recognition.“The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirms a fire incident which occurred on March 19, 2026 at around 2200 hours at Lone Mine 50 Compound, Makwe, Gwanda,…