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BREAKING: Six killed in helicopter crash in Marondera

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Beyond the Lens: Why Hwange’s Local Artists Must Support Media Houses

2 days ago

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Mnangagwa to Deliver SONA as Fourth Parliament Session Opens

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When Health Crises Collide: Fiji’s Urgent HIV Surge and the Global Threat of Substance Abuse

5 days ago 4 min read

Business

Hwange Spearheads Landmark Climate Action Workshop to Monetize Emissions and Drive Clean Energy

5 months ago 4 min read

Culture & Tradition

How Hwange’s Africa Day Celebrations are Reviving the Soul of the Bhanja

4 months ago 5 min read

Sport & Entertainment

Zimbabwean Film Sizolobola Now Streaming on AFRICIN

7 days ago 2 min read

Local News

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Government Launches Operation Chenesa Harare to Clear Illegal Vending

The Government has stepped up efforts to restore order and cleanliness in Harare through Operation Chenesa Harare, a joint clean-up campaign targeting illegal vending and trading in undesignated areas. The campaign was officially launched on September 9 by Local Government and Public Works Minister Daniel Garwe in partnership with the Harare City Council. The launch […]

Local News 1 week ago 2 min read

Historic Turnout in Empumalanga as Wholesale Beef Express Shop Opens Doors

EMPUMALANGA, HWANGE — The atmosphere was electric as hundreds of residents gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the new Wholesale Beef Express Shop on the 19th of September 2026, bringing quality meat cuts, wide product variety, and value pricing directly to the heart of the community. The launch event exceeded all expectations, drawing an […]

Uncategorized 1 week ago 2 min read

ZIMSEC Tightens Security Ahead of 2026 Exams

The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) has introduced new security measures for the 2026 public examinations, including personalised answer sheets and traceable question papers. The measures are aimed at strengthening the security of examination materials and making it easier to identify the source of any leaked papers. Grade Seven examinations are set to begin on […]

Local News 1 week ago 2 min read

Business

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46th SADC Summit Gets Underway in Durban

Southern African leaders are meeting in Durban, South Africa, today, Monday 17 August, for the 46th Ordinary Summit of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Heads of State and Government. The summit is taking place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre and is being hosted and chaired by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. […]

Business 1 month ago 1 min read

Mat-North Shines at the Inaugural National MSMEs and Cooperatives Indaba

The recently concluded Inaugural National Micro, Small, Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Cooperatives Indaba marked a historic milestone for Zimbabwe’s economic landscape. Held at the Harare International Conference Centre under the theme “Towards Vision 2030: Building an Enabling Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperatives Ecosystem.” President Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa officially opened the event, reaffirming […]

Business 2 months ago 2 min read

Driving Industrial Excellence: Braford Lubricants Empowers Local B2B Network with High-Performance Caltex Solutions

Promoting Local Brands, Industrial Growth, and Community Excellence SPECIAL BUSINESS REPORT | MAY 2026 Hwange Chronicles covers exclusive stakeholder training mapping machine correlation, correct lubricant applications, storage standards, and quality verification to maximize operational lifespans. BY CORPORATE CORRESPONDENT | HWANGE CHRONICLES As part of our ongoing and dedicated editorial drive to promote local brands and […]

Business 5 months ago 6 min read

Education

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Power and Internet Access Expand as Zimbabwe Embraces Starlink and Solar

Zimbabwe’s decision to open the telecommunications sector and allow Starlink to operate is changing the face of education, especially in rural areas.For years, many rural schools were left behind. Data from last year shows that over 60% of rural schools had no stable power supply, and more than 70% had no internet access. That made […]

Education 3 months ago 2 min read

The Hwange Q&A: Taboos, ‘Power Dynamics,’ and the Truth About Sex and Sanity

By Nyoni Tatenda K The sessions were divided into the “what,” then Q&A was about the “how.” In a rare moment of radical honesty, the panelists tackled the topics usually whispered about in the shadows: sexual health, the legal traps of polygamy, and why Hwange men are cracking under mental pressure. The “Correct Exam, Wrong […]

Culture & Tradition 5 months ago 3 min read

Real Talk at Canteen A: Wisdom, Wealth, and the ‘Mosquito’ Effect

By Nyoni Tatenda K The atmosphere at ZPC Hwange Power Station’s Canteen A was electric this week as the “World Day for Safety and Health at Work” took a sharp, necessary turn into the territory of men’s mental and financial wellbeing. Forget the dry safety manuals; the guest analysts brought “straight talk” that resonated with […]

Education 5 months ago 3 min read

Environment & Wildlife

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EMA Launches 2026 National Fire Week: Residents Urged to “Prevent, Protect, Preserve”

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO The Environmental Management Agency (EMA) has officially designated the second week of May as the launch of National Fire Week, signaling the start of the 2026 veld fire prevention campaign. This year’s theme, “Prevent, Protect, Preserve: Combating Veld Fires Together,” emphasizes collective responsibility in safeguarding lives, livestock, and the environment. According to […]

Environment & Wildlife 5 months ago 2 min read

Beyond the View: Understanding the Risks Facing Communities in Wildlife Hotspots

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO A potential crisis was averted at the Zambezi River Lodge over the weekend (18 April 2026) when a crocodile was discovered on the premises, highlighting the ongoing challenges and successes of Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) management in Zimbabwe’s premier tourist destinations. The reptile was first spotted by lodge employees who, leveraging their specialized […]

Environment & Wildlife 5 months ago 2 min read

Hwange’s Famous Mangoes at Risk: Can the #BigMangoChallenge Save Them?

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO For many years, Hwange has been famous for both its coal and its giant, sweet mangoes. Every year, people from all over Zimbabwe travel there to buy and sell these big mangoes. Even though local baboons always try to take their share, the mango business has stayed very successful. However, there is […]

Environment & Wildlife 6 months ago 2 min read

Mining & Tourism

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Hwange Hosts Historic Workers’ Day: A New Era of Voice and Victory for Mine Workers

BY Nyoni Tatenda K HWANGE, ZIMBABWE — On May 1, 2026, the streets of Hwange resonated with a renewed sense of purpose as the Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) held its main national Workers’ Day commemorations in the coal-mining town for the first time. Under the theme “Empowering Workers – Empowering Voices,” […]

Local News 5 months ago 3 min read

South Mining Hosts Schools Quiz Competition on Mining and Energy

By Lomqhele Nxumalo from Hwange Chronicles In a lively and engaging event, the Empumalanga Community Library in Hwange hosted a schools quiz competition to promote learning and national development. The competition was organized by South Mining Company and aimed to help young people discover their potential in Zimbabwe’s important mining and energy sectors. The event […]

Local News 6 months ago 3 min read

Introducing Extractives Dialogues

We are proud to announce the launch of Extractives Dialogues, a new platform dedicated to conversations that matter in communities shaped by natural resources and development projects. The name carries a deliberate double meaning: it speaks both to dialogue around the extractive communities like Hwange, and to conversations that extract truth, knowledge, and lived experience […]

Business 7 months ago 2 min read

Culture & Tradition

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Celebrating Heritage: The Imiklomelo KaDakamela Awards

By Lomqhele Nxumalo Chief Dakamela is currently hosting a major celebration called Imiklomelo KaDakamela in Nkayi, Matabeleland North. The event, which began on April 3rd and continues until April 6th, has turned the district into a center of African pride. Hundreds of people have traveled from across the region to attend, with visitors arriving from […]

Culture & Tradition 6 months ago 2 min read

This weeks Spotlight is on Zwelithini Mjabuli Dlamini

Umjabulisi The Poet Introducing Zwelithini Dlamini, a vibrant and multi-talented 23-year-old polymath hailing from the cultural heart of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Known by his stage name, Umjabulisi The Poet, Zwelithini is not just a poet—he is a creative force, passionately dedicated to preserving his cultural identity through the power of words and performance. Who is Umjabulisi? […]

Culture & Tradition 11 months ago 3 min read

Hwange Central Constituency Ward 14 Elders Clear Up Local Cemetery

Ngumija Township On September 13th, concerned elders from Ngumija township in Ward 14 of the Hwange Central constituency took proactive steps to maintain their local cemetery. Braving the scorching heat, the elders gathered to clear away the overgrown grass and shrubs that had threatened to overrun the cemetery area. This community effort not only restored […]

Culture & Tradition 1 year ago 1 min read

Sport & Entertainment

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GWANDA HOSTS INTER-MINISTERIAL SPORTS AND ARTS FESTIVAL

Hundreds of civil servants from Government ministries and departments gathered in Gwanda, Matabeleland South, for the 2026 Inter-Ministerial Sports and Arts Festival, held under the theme “Healthy Nation, Productive Workforce.” The annual festival, which ran from September 11 to 18, brought together Government employees from across the country to take part in sporting, arts and […]

Sport & Entertainment 2 weeks ago 2 min read

YSSA Writes History

Double Qualification in the Munhumutapa Cup ⚽👑 Deep in rural Hwange, where the dust meets the edge of Zimbabwe’s biggest national park, a community known for living in harmony with wildlife is now roaring for a different reason. YSSA is writing its own history. Against all odds, both our U14 and U16 girls have qualified […]

Local News 3 weeks ago 1 min read

Hwange Comes Alive in Full Colour

SeMi sports and Skillful Fitness Centre Partner for Landmark 5KM Colour Run & Aerobics HWANGE, ZIMBABWE — The streets of Hwange were transformed into a vibrant canvas of energy, wellness, and community spirit as SeMi Sports, in partnership with Skillful fitness Centre, hosted their highly successful 5KM Colour Run & Aerobics event at Megawatt Primary […]

Local News 3 weeks ago 3 min read

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Tragedy Strikes Family as Mother and Son Die a Day Apart

A family in Hwange has been struck by a heartbreaking tragedy following the deaths of Maria G. Nkoma, who passed away on 13 September 2026, and her son, Fanuel C. Nkoma, who died the following day on 14 September 2026. The family is currently mourning at their home in Empumalanga DRC Phase 3, after relocating […]

Uncategorized 2 weeks ago 1 min read

Stakeholders Unite for Health, Fun, and Networking

A First for Hwange In a landmark initiative aimed at fostering community cohesion, physical wellbeing, and cross-sectoral collaboration, Hwange District successfully hosted its 1st Edition of the Hwange District Health and Wellness Day on Friday, September 11, 2026. Organised under the auspices of the Office of the Hwange District Development Coordinator (DDC), the event brought […]

Local News 3 weeks ago 3 min read

Controversial 100MW Gwanda Solar Project Reboots After Years of Court Battles and Cost Scandals

Zimbabwe’s push for energy independence has taken a major step forward, with a key 100-megawatt solar farm in Gwanda officially clearing its final hurdles to begin construction. The developer, Intratrek Zimbabwe, alongside its global partner CHiNT Electric, received formal clearance from the government through the Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC) to start work on the project. […]

Local News 3 weeks ago 1 min read

Government Assesses Infrastructure Needs at Mat North Schools

Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerayi Moyo is touring schools in Matabeleland North to assess learning infrastructure and challenges affecting disadvantaged schools in the province. Moyo toured schools in the province on Wednesday, including Coalfields primary school in Hwange District. The Minister said the tour was mainly focused on disadvantaged schools, particularly in Binga, where […]

Local News 3 weeks ago 1 min read

Zimbabwe Delisted From World Bank’s Fragile States List

Zimbabwe’s removal from the World Bank’s list of fragile and conflict-affected situations has highlighted the economic and institutional progress made by the country, but significant challenges remain, particularly its longstanding debt arrears. The World Bank removed Zimbabwe from the list effective July 1, 2026, a move that could strengthen the country’s international standing and improve […]

Local News 3 weeks ago 2 min read

UN Endorses New World Map That Gives Africa a More Accurate Size

The world could soon be looking at maps differently after the United Nations General Assembly endorsed a new map projection designed to show the size of continents more accurately. The resolution was passed on Friday, September 4, 2026, with 164 countries voting in favour. The United States voted against, while Serbia, Estonia, Georgia, Lithuania, Moldova […]

Local News 3 weeks ago 3 min read

Upcoming Events

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Aug

Friday · 4:13 PM

HWANGE, IT’S OFFICIAL

The rumours are over. This 26 September 2026, the heart of Hwange comes alive for a massive night of live music, entertainment and unforgettable memories as Zambian Superstar YO MAPS takes the stage LIVE at Hwange Colliery Stadium. One of Zambia’s biggest musical exports comes to Hwange for a headline performance featuring the songs that […]

Aug

Tuesday · 8:03 AM

YoMaps Hwange Tour

Jul

Tuesday · 7:44 AM

A major boost for regional developmental initiatives

Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Energy and Power Development has officially backed the Southern Africa Eco-Infrastructure Summit (SAEIS) 2026, happening this week from 15–17 July! Expect game-changing panel discussions, global insights, and a live “Shark Tank” pitching arena for regional eco-projects. Read the full story on Hwange Chronicles. #SAEIS2026 #CleanEnergy #EcoInfrastructure #HwangeChronicles

May

Sunday · 9:03 AM

Episode 3 | Extractives Dialogues

What happens when residents stop seeing local governance as something done to them and begin seeing themselves as active stakeholders in development? In this episode, we sit down with Lucky Daka, a local governance specialist and Executive Director of COHA Consultancy Group, to unpack Project 264, an initiative focused on strengthening citizen participation, accountability, and […]