RESIDENTS of the country’s second city are at significant risk of contracting serious diseases, after recent tests by authorities established that the metropolis’ water is contaminated with human and animal faeces. The tests were done on both tap and borehole water, including at major hotels and shopping centres. Bulawayo City Council (BCC) officials say more…
THE ministry of Agriculture says the government has distributed over 50 percent of Pfumvudza/Intwasa inputs across the country. Speaking at a media update yesterday, Agriculture deputy minister Vangelis Haritatos said the ministry would continue distributing the farming inputs to meet the 100 percent target. This comes as the rain season has kicked off and most…
Hazel Marimbizain BULAWAYO THE government has called for the prioritisation of disaster risk management strategies to ensure communities remain safe during adverse weather conditions.Speaking at a strategic workshop in Bulawayo yesterday, minister of Local Government Daniel Garwe said efforts were being made to minimise disasters being caused by climate change.“We live in a world where…
THE Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) says it has recorded a significant increase in the licensing of pharmacies in the country, a move that has eased availability of medicines to all. In its 2023 report, the MCAZ said it was working on ensuring that public and animal health is protected through accessible medicines, allied…
BULAWAYO mayor David Coltart has called on councillors and the city’s management to focus on serving the people and alleviate challenges faced by ratepayers. Speaking at a stakeholders meeting over the weekend, Coltart urged the councillors and senior council officials to work tirelessly to improve service delivery. “Fellow councillors, we must change our notion on…
THE Zimbabwe Building Contractors Association (ZBCA) has challenged authorities to adopt a national building code, a development that will ensure sanity prevail…
THE Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (Zimcodd) has challenged authorities to tackle food insecurity through crafting policies that address the root causes of poverty. In a statement yesterday, Zimcodd said more effort was needed in addressing food shortages. “The country faces critical challenges that expose the deep link between hunger and poverty. “There is…
FARMERS, in areas receiving rains, have been advised to start planting, while those yet to receive rains have been urged to consult their Agritex officers, the government has said. This comes as some parts of the country have received rains, while others have experienced isolated showers. Speaking to the Daily News On Sunday yesterday, Agriculture…
THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC) says it remains vigilant against the Mpox outbreak and has trained 113 health workers for early detection of the disease. According to latest BCC council minutes, efforts were being intensified to prevent the spread of Mpox. This comes as Zimbabwe last month recorded two Mpox outbreaks. “The province remained vigilant…
VICE President Constantino Chiwenga has called on the private sector to collaborate with the government in delivering modern infrastructure projects to grow the country’s economy. Speaking during the Africa Infrastructure and Built Environment Confex, Chiwenga said combined efforts were needed to develop the country’s infrastructure. “This premier gathering of leaders and stakeholders in the infrastructure…
