Harare province leaders want local councillors to fight health problems harder. Minister Charles Tawengwa told them to work against HIV, heart disease and drug abuse. He sent Major Cathrine Kampila to speak for him at the meeting. Leaders from four local areas came to learn about health issues. The National Aids Council ran the workshop with health ministry help.
Tawengwa said councillors must do more than just govern their areas. They need to protect people's health and give them good information. He wants them to teach their communities about staying healthy. Leaders should care about everyone's well-being and make real changes. Community volunteers already help spread the word about HIV services.
Adonijah Muzondiona runs the local...
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa told war veterans they remain key players helping the country reach upper-middle-class status. He spoke at a Friday meeting with veterans and launched new support programs for them. The president said these former fighters still have important work to do for Zimbabwe's future.
Mnangagwa reminded the veterans they fought together against colonial rule and won independence. He said their mission continues with a different kind of battle for economic freedom. The president explained that past fights happened across battlefields throughout Zimbabwe, from Gaza and Tete to various local areas.
The current fight takes place at farms, factories, roads, schools and hospitals according to Mnangagwa...
Getting rid of bed bugs fast becomes every homeowner's top priority when these tiny bloodsuckers invade their space. These persistent pests can turn peaceful nights into itchy nightmares. You need solutions that work right away, not treatments that take weeks to show results. The good news is that several methods can eliminate bed bugs on contact, providing you with immediate relief from these unwanted pests.
Finding the right instant solution depends on your specific situation and the severity of your infestation. Some methods are more effective for killing individual bugs you spot crawling around. Others prove more effective for treating entire areas where bed bugs might be hiding. The key is knowing which approach delivers the...
Bed bugs have become a serious problem across Zimbabwe. These tiny bloodsucking insects didn't just appear out of nowhere. Several factors have contributed to their widespread distribution throughout the country. People often wonder how these pests end up in their homes and businesses.
The primary cause stems from people traveling and relocating. When someone stays in an infested hotel or guesthouse, bed bugs can easily hitch a ride in their luggage. These sneaky insects crawl into suitcases, backpacks, and clothing. They are then carried to new locations, where they initiate new infestations.
Zimbabwe's growing tourism industry has unfortunately contributed to the spread of bed bugs. Visitors from other countries sometimes...
Bed bugs attack Bulawayo residents after Harare faced months of similar troubles. People living near Block 46 and Patapata Beer Garden show angry red marks on their skin. The bloodsucking pests bite families every night without stopping. Sleep becomes impossible for children and adults alike. Many victims stay quiet because they feel embarrassed about the problem.
Reporters see fresh bite wounds covering faces and arms of local women. Families pour chemicals and burn paraffin to fight back against these tiny invaders. Bulawayo City Council charges each home $47 for professional pest removal services. Elderly residents cannot pay such high costs for fumigation treatments. Community leaders ask government workers to provide emergency...
Crews begin detour construction for the massive Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway repair project. Five Zimbabwean companies will tackle the 435-kilometer stretch over 10 months. Workers clear vegetation around Bernice Area, Cross Jotsholo and Insuza. Teams build temporary roads to prevent traffic jams during repairs. The highway carries tourists headed for Victoria Falls and freight trucks moving goods between nations.
This critical route links Zimbabwe with Zambia, Botswana and Namibia daily. Drivers face dangerous potholes and narrow lanes that cause delays. Eroded shoulders create safety hazards for thousands of travelers. Provincial Affairs Minister Richard Moyo praised President Mnangagwa for funding the upgrade. The deteriorating...
Single mothers across Zimbabwe face an uphill battle every single day. These women carry the weight of raising children alone amid economic hardship and social judgment. Their struggles go far beyond what meets the eye, touching every aspect of their daily lives. The challenges they encounter shape not only their own experiences but also the lives of their children.
Economic Hardship Hits Single Mothers Hard
Money troubles top the list of challenges for single mothers in Zimbabwe. Income insecurity creates a constant state of worry as these women struggle to put food on the table. Many work in informal sectors, such as cross-border trading, selling clothes from neighboring countries to make ends meet. The unstable nature of such work...
Nhowe Mission Hospital transformed from struggling rural clinic into modern medical center serving pregnant women across Mashonaland East Province. Government teams worked with CordAid and World Bank partners to upgrade old equipment and build new patient areas. The hospital added ultrasound machines and better tools for detecting pregnancy problems early. Medical staff can treat more patients without sending them to distant city hospitals.
Pregnant mothers stay at the new shelter located near the maternity ward during their final weeks. Women travel long distances from remote villages to reach safe delivery services at the facility. The shelter provides beds and meals for expectant mothers who need medical monitoring before giving...
Bulawayo singer Magret Maganzo launched her second album The Genesis at Khulumani FM studios. The artist goes by the stage name Maggie Soul Bird and mixes reggae beats with soul and hip-hop sounds. She started writing poems and songs at age nine after her teacher encouraged her creative talents. Her brother introduced her to different music styles that shaped her artistic direction.
The album features tracks called The Valley, Conscious, Rock and Roll Lover, and Rainbow Love. Maggie writes about personal identity, relationships, and social awareness through her lyrics. She wants young artists to address serious problems like drug abuse and domestic violence through their music. Community radio stations help local musicians reach bigger...
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