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Hwange Power Station is set to undergo a US$450 million upgrade, with refurbishment work on Units 1 to 6 expected to begin in the first quarter of 2026.

The units were built in two stages starting in the 1970s, with commissioning taking place in phases throughout the 1980s. In his year-end message to stakeholders and employees, ZESA Holdings Acting Group Chief Executive Officer, Engineer Cletus Nyachowe, said the repowering project is meant to stabilise the national grid and restore the plant’s original output […]

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A festive weekend outing on the Zambezi River in Binga turned to tragedy on Saturday when Brenda Nyoni was killed in a crocodile attack, highlighting the ever-present dangers of the region’s wildlife-rich waters.

The 28-year-old victim was enjoying a river island excursion with her husband, Taylor Bruce, and two friends when the incident occurred. Inspector Glory Banda, a spokesperson for the Matabeleland North police, stated that the group had arrived around 3:00 PM via speedboat, looking to relax and take photographs along the shoreline. Upon their arrival at […]

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HomeArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentHwange playwright Lawrence Moyo uses drama to preserve local culture

Story by Mhlomuli Ncube HWANGE-based playwright Lawrence Moyo, popularly known as “the Penpusher,” is using theatre and short films to highlight and preserve Zimbabwean cultural values for future generations. Moyo’s work focuses on celebrating local traditions and everyday life, ensuring Zimbabwe’s rich cultural heritage is captured through storytelling. His productions often involve young people, who […]

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Is the Dominance of Accountants and Lawyers on Boards to Blame for Zimbabwe’s Industrial Collapse?

I write this article not as an academic observer, but as a former, experienced investment analyst and investment banker, and as a minority shareholder in the majority of Zimbabwe’s listed companies. Over the years, I have analysed balance sheets, sat through annual general meetings, reviewed board reports and watched, with growing concern, how governance choices […]

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Where is Blackstone Academy Located in Hwange

From Bulawayo – Victoria Falls road you turn into Hwange Light Industry turnoff then go straight and turn left after GMB facing Sinamatela road. After railway crossing you turn right and immediately turn left into the new Blackstone Academy Road. Follow the new road right into Blackstone Hills

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Celebrating Cultural Heritage at the Kuzana Traditional Dance Competition

Hwange Colliery Club, Zimbabwe – November 2, 2025The Kuzana Traditional Dance Competition brought together a vibrant tapestry of cultural expressions as dignitaries, community members, and talented dancers gathered to celebrate one of Zimbabwe’s most cherished traditions. The event was graced by the Guest Speaker, Ms Mokuthaba Sandra Moyo acting provincial arts manager in place of […]

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Parliamentary Committee Tour of Hwange Power Station

The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Energy, led by Chalton Hwende, recently visited the Hwange Power Station to assess the progress of the new Units 7 and 8, as well as the planned refurbishment of Units 1 to 6. This tour highlighted key areas of focus such as project updates, production capabilities, and financial challenges facing […]

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Hwange Local Board September 2025 Monthly E-Newsletter

We’re excited to share the hwange Local Board monthly e-newsletter-widely regarded as one of the best municipal newsletters in Zimbabwe! 1. Empumalanga West Housing Project Ready to Transform Lives The Hwange Local Board’s Empumalanga West Housing Project, one of the country’s largest low-cost housing initiatives, is set to commence construction by the end of this […]

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Hwange Youth Champion Gender Based Violence Awareness

16 days of Activism against Gender based violence by Tariro Shylline Tshuma What is gender based violence is a frequently asked question that scores of community members ask the meaning of as it has become a pandemic uniting many nations to try end or curb it by all means. Gender based violence is any physical […]

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Insights from Tinashe Raphael Matika

Urgency of Transitioning to Clean Energy Date: 28th October 2025Location: Hwange, Zimbabwe During the recent CNRG Renewable Energy Transition Forum, Tinashe Raphael Matika delivered a compelling presentation on the urgent necessity for stakeholders in Hwange to embrace a clean energy future. As a region abundant in coal, Hwange plays a crucial role in Zimbabwe’s energy […]

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Introducing Emily Nokuthula Sibanda

Emily Imbongikazi Yeqiniso Meet Emily Nokuthula Sibanda, a talented 19-year-old poet and creative presenter from the breathtaking city of Victoria Falls. Known by her stage name, Emily Imbongikazi Yeqiniso, she expresses herself through poetry in English, Zulu, and Ndebele. As the founder of Unspoken Word Verse Poetry, Emily is passionate about uplifting poets, public speakers, […]

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