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30/05/2026

Women at the gold pit : Produced by Pretty Chaola Chavango with support from Green Governance Zw

A story of female artisanal miners navigating economic hardship while balancing caregiving responsibilities and uncertain incomes.

Watch here https://youtu.be/lT8ecOEojIg?si=dWPlDpPGL_wyy4uj

30/05/2026

In the gold-rich communities of Mazowe, women spend long hours at artisanal mining sites in search of income to support their families. But behind the promise of gold lies a different reality—unfair wages, exploitation, difficult working conditions, and the emotional cost of survival.

In the gold-rich communities of Mazowe, women spend long hours at a...

28/05/2026

The deal comes as Zimbabwe continues to grapple with energy shortages and heavy reliance on imported petroleum products, which have left the economy vulnerable to global price fluctuations and supply disruptions.

The Government of Zimbabwe has signed a Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement (PPSA) with GEO Associates for petroleum exploration and potential production under Special Grant 4571 in the Cabora Bassa Basin, a move authorities say could strengthen the country’s long-term energy security and reduc...

27/05/2026

The Centre for Natural Resource Governance (CNRG) has raised alarm over what it describes as a worsening humanitarian and governance crisis linked to operations by the Dinson Iron and Steel Company, accusing authorities of failing to adequately protect vulnerable communities affected by the project.

Pressure is mounting on the Government of Zimbabwe to intervene in Manhize amid growing allegations of displacement-related hardships, environmental pollution and poor living conditions affecting communities relocated to pave way for the country’s flagship steel project. The Centre for Natural Res...

27/05/2026

UDCORP Chief Executive Officer Joey Shumbamhini said the corporation had deliberately moved away from conventional sewer pond systems in favour of environmentally friendly bio-digester technology for the project’s first phase, which is expected to serve approximately 700 households.

The Urban Development Corporation (UDCORP) has announced the adoption of modern bio-digester technology as the sewer management solution for Phase One of its Knockmalloch Housing Project, marking what the corporation describes as a major shift toward sustainable urban infrastructure in Zimbabwe. The...

19/05/2026

Hon Minister Dr. Anxious Jongwe Masuka responded to questions on food security, to***co value addition and land tenure reforms — issues central to Zimbabwe’s agricultural future, climate resilience and sustainable land governance.

05/05/2026

Cabinet has approved the Environmental Management Amendment Bill, 2026, which seeks to strengthen Zimbabwe’s environmental legal framework and give effect to constitutional environmental rights.

It proposes amendments to the Environmental Management Act [Chapter 20:27], including the incorporation of emerging environmental principles and the strengthening of environmental governance structures.

Cabinet says the Bill is aimed at empowering and strengthening the Environmental Management Agency (EMA) to improve its ability to protect and preserve the environment.

The reforms are expected to enhance enforcement capacity and align national legislation with constitutional provisions and evolving environmental standards.

04/05/2026

Trends come and go, but the waste stays… piling up in landfills and polluting our planet.

The solution? Buy less, wear longer, repair, swap, and choose circular fashion.

04/05/2026

The National Climate Fund Youth Dialogue recently held in the capital

03/05/2026

A small window is now left to contribute to the Climate change management bill through your local Member of Parliament, engage with your MP and let your voice be heard.