Stories that matter to the people of Manicaland, from politics to social issues.
By Fanuel Chinowaita Rusape, Zimbabwe – February 6, 2025 Chief Makoni, a prominent traditional leader in Makoni District, has sparked controversy after reportedly blocking several media houses, including Karanganda TV, Chibanda Media, ZBC, Manica Post, Nhimbe TV, and Tichkach TV, from covering his court proceedings last week. According to a reliable source, Chief Makoni justified…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare – Chikanga Constituency legislator, Hon. Lynnet Karenyi, has distributed stationery to 250 vulnerable children in her constituency. The items were purchased using funds raised during a charity fundraising dinner held on January 25. The donation benefitted pupils from Mutare Adventist Primary School, St. Joseph’s Primary School, Beulah Heights Primary and Secondary…
Mutare City Council Town Clerk Blessing K Chafesuka
By Fanuel Chinowaita *Mutare , 04 February 2025* – The City of Mutare has issued a strong warning against illegal farming on the Dangamvura and Christmas Pass mountains, citing environmental risks that could lead to devastating flooding in the city. Speaking during a press briefing yesterday, Mutare Town Clerk Blessing Chafesuka stressed that the local…
By Tariro Gono Pastors in Mutare are raising red flags over a suspicious housing scheme allegedly orchestrated by Rev. Obadiah Musindo, who stands accused of collecting payments for non-existent residential stands. This isn’t the first time Rev. Musindo has been embroiled in controversy; years ago, he left Destiny of Africa Network under a cloud of…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, 30 January 2025 – The City of Mutare is grappling with a significant water crisis following a major burst in the 700mm Odzani-Christmas Pass pipeline. The breakdown has severely impacted water delivery to the Christmas Pass balancing tanks, leading to widespread water shortages across the city. In a public notice issued…
People having Dinner at Harlem Hall
By Fanuel Chinowaita Residents of Chavhanga have raised concerns over a new directive from the local council requiring each household to pay $10. This policy has reportedly opened the door for some village heads to exploit residents by demanding bribes, rather than ensuring payments are made directly to the council. Members of apostolic sects are…
By Heather Buzuzi Mutare – 28 January 2025 – The recently repaired public bathrooms in Muchena, Sakubva, have been vandalized, with taps and showers stolen in what is suspected to be an attempt to sell the brass fixtures to recycling companies. The City of Mutare had refurbished the facilities just last week. Ward 4 Councillor…
By Heather Buzuzi In the vibrant city of Mutare, Zimbabwe, each neighborhood tells its own story. From the bustling markets of Sakubva to the serene landscapes of Greenside and the high-density backdrop of Dangamvura, life pulses through the city. In Sakubva, traders call out their wares, while fresh produce, textiles, and handmade crafts create a…
