By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, Zimbabwe – February 14, 2025 Mutare, a city nestled in the Eastern Highlands of Zimbabwe, is grappling with a growing environmental crisis as its wetlands face unprecedented threats. These vital ecosystems, which play a critical role in water provisioning, flood control, and biodiversity conservation, are being rapidly degraded due to urbanization,…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Chavhanga, Ward 28, Mutasa North Constituency – February 14, 2025 Recent heavy rains have severely damaged Chavhanga Road, a critical artery for residents of Ward 28 in Mutasa North Constituency. The deteriorating condition of the road has disrupted daily life and livelihoods, prompting calls for urgent repairs. However, a dispute has emerged…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, Zimbabwe – February 14, 2025 – A critical footbridge linking Hobhouse and Dangamvura in Mutare was washed away on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning following relentless rainfall throughout the night. The bridge, which was constructed using funds from the Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA), collapsed under the pressure of the rising…
By Fanuel Chinowaita MUTARE – A dispute has erupted between the Mutare City Council and environmental watchdog Mutare Rivers Rehabilitation Initiative (MRRI) over the city’s ongoing flooding crisis, with MRRI accusing authorities of negligence in protecting key ecosystems. The clash surfaced in a heated exchange yesterday after the council attributed the flooding to uncontrolled cultivation…
BY GODWIN SITHOLE MUTARE – Renowned journalist Clayton Masekesa has ventured into music with a brand-new single, “Scotland FC Mabviravira”, a dedication to the celebrated football team Scotland FC. The team, set to compete in Zimbabwe’s top league, has garnered significant attention for its exceptional administration and sponsorship. In the song, Masekesa showers praise on…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, Zimbabwe – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a strong warning against touts and illegal rank marshals terrorizing passengers at Mutare’s bus ranks, following continued reports of violence and harassment. In a statement released on February 7, 2025, police condemned the growing lawlessness, blaming bus operators for fueling the chaos…
By Heather Buzuzi In the dusty coalfields of Hwange, where black smoke rises from chimneys, and in Muzarabani, where crude oil exploration is underway, Zimbabwe stands at a critical crossroads. While many countries are moving toward clean energy solutions, Zimbabwe continues to invest in fossil fuels, despite the devastating impact of climate change being felt…
The Wasu PostMutare, Zimbabwe8 February 2025 Dear Editor, I write to express profound frustration and concern over the unfulfilled promises made by the Government of Zimbabwe through the Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare. In Mutare Urban, vulnerable households were issued NetOne SIM cards last year with assurances that cash transfers under the…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, Zimbabwe – The Manica Youth Assembly (MAYA) has urged the Zimbabwean government to formally endorse the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, stressing the urgent need to transition away from fossil fuels in order to combat climate change, protect public health, and build a more sustainable economy. MAYA, which joined the global movement…
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…
