Author: Hwange Chronicles Editor (s)

Local News • 5 months ago • 2 min read

Comply or Face Penalties: HLB Targets Residential Properties Turned into Commercial Hubs

The Hwange Local Board (HLB) has launched an inspection exercise targeting property owners who have illegally converted residential premises into commercial entities, such as lodges and offices, without securing the required town planning approvals.​ While the local authority is cracking down on non-compliant operators, it has also praised law-abiding property owners who have successfully navigated […]

Culture & Tradition • 5 months ago • 5 min read

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

As the countdown ticks closer to Monday 25 May 2026, an electric energy is building across Hwange. The destination is the Old Ground, and the occasion is a vibrant, unapologetic celebration of Africa Day. But this year’s preparations carry a weight far deeper than just a single day of dance and festivities. It is a […]

Sport & Entertainment • 5 months ago • 3 min read

Beyond the Coal Face: The Dawn of a Global Sporting Revolution in Hwange

For decades, the rhythm of the mining town of Hwange was dictated by two things: the roar of the coal furnaces and the weekend battle cries at the Colliery Stadium. Historically, sports and recreation in this tight-knit Matabeleland North community were synonymous with Hwange Colliery Company. If you spoke of sports excellence, your mind automatically […]

Uncategorized • 5 months ago • 4 min read

Driven by Survival: Inside Hwange’s Homegrown Solution to the Change Crisis

HWANGE — Walk onto any commuter omnibus (kombi) terminal in the mining town of Hwange, hand the conductor a United States Dollar (USD) note for a short trip, and you will not receive a crisp banknote or shiny coins in return. Instead, you are likely to be handed a small, laminated slip of paper or […]

Uncategorized • 5 months ago • 2 min read

GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY: HCCLH Mashala Medical Outreach Program

By: Lennox Madzudzo. Hwange Colliery Company Limited Holdings (HCCLH) recently hosted a successful Medical Outreach Program in Mashala, a testament to its commitment to community social responsibility. On May 15, 2026, the Mashala Primary School played host to the event, which was made possible through partnerships with the National Aids Council and Lyeja FM. The […]

Local News • 5 months ago • 3 min read

From Hwange to the Grand Stage: Ruvimbo Tafadzwa Makes Top 18 as Miss Universe Zimbabwe Hype Grows

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO ​The countdown to the Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2026 grand finale has officially begun, and the excitement across the country is unmatched. This year, the stakes are higher than ever, especially after the thrilling announcement that global icon and former Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi, will host the main event at the Harare Hippodrome […]

Local News • 5 months ago • 4 min read

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

By Sharmaine Vera HWANGE, ZIMBABWE – In a historic step towards balancing its status as the bedrock of Zimbabwe’s coal economy with global environmental standards, the Hwange Rural District Council (HRDC) recently hosted its first-ever Environmental Sustainability Monograph development workshop. The intensive three-day capacity-building event, held from May 12 to 14, 2026, at the Chimunuko […]

Business • 5 months ago • 6 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 […]

Sport & Entertainment • 5 months ago • 3 min read

J Tonga: The Bold, Brilliant and Consistent Voice of Hwange

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO From the choral stands of school to sharing stages with international stars like Makhadzi, Joseph Mugande known to the world as J Tonga is carving out a legacy that is as vibrant as the town he calls home. A proud Tonga man whose stage name is a fusion of his identity and […]

Environment & Wildlife • 6 months ago • 2 min read

​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 […]