Author: Hwange Chronicles Editor (s)

Local News • 6 months ago • 2 min read

Minister Garwe unveils new water infrastructure in Victoria Falls

BY Lomqhele Nxumalo In a significant move toward urban sustainability, the City of Victoria Falls has officially commissioned two major water reservoirs and added two refuse collection trucks, marking a decisive step in resolving long-standing utility challenges for the resort city. The infrastructure was officially handed over on Wednesday by the Minister of Local Government […]

Local News • 6 months ago • 3 min read

Hwange Local Board and Vet Services Launch Major Dog Licensing and Vaccination Drive

By Hwange Chronicles Staff May 4, 2026 HWANGE – In a swift response to rising concerns over public safety and stray animal management, the Hwange Local Board (HLB) has officially partnered with the Department of Veterinary Services to launch an intensive dog licensing and rabies vaccination campaign. The move comes just weeks after a harrowing […]

Sport & Entertainment • 6 months ago • 2 min read

“We Are Still Crying for Sponsorship”: Local Netball Teams Seek Support

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO Local Division 2 netball teams Bluebird, Kasambabezi Queens and Mabale competed in the ” Hwange Bubble” tournament on May 2nd. The event was held at the historic Old Ground in Hwange. The highlight of the day was where Bluebird delivered a powerhouse performance against Mabale, securing a massive 74-26 victory. From the […]

Local News • 6 months ago • 3 min read

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,” […]

Uncategorized • 6 months ago • 1 min read

Historic run sends Zimbabwe to World Athletics Championships and World Relays final

By Zim Sport Live Writer Zimbabwe’s men’s 4x400m relay team produced a historic performance to qualify for the World Athletics Championships and the World Relays final after a record-breaking run at the World Athletics Relays Gaborone 2026 on Saturday. The quartet of Gerren Muwishi, Leeford Zuze, Dennis Hove and Thandazani Ndhlovu finished third in heat […]

Uncategorized • 6 months ago • 1 min read

Chatunga Mugabe Fined and Deported from South Africa

A court in Johannesburg has ordered the immediate deportation of Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the son of the late Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe. This follows his conviction for crimes involving a firearm and breaking immigration laws. Mugabe appeared at the Alexandra Magistrates Court on Wednesday. During the sentencing, the judge handed down several strict penalties to […]

Culture & Tradition • 6 months ago • 3 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 […]

Education • 6 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 • 6 months ago • 3 min read

Public Safety and Pet Ownership: A Legal Guide from the SPCA

BY LOMQHELE NXUMALO In the wake of the recent tragic dog attack in Hwange, where a young girl sustained severe injuries, the conversation surrounding pet ownership and public safety has reached a fever pitch. To provide clarity on the legal obligations of pet owners and the specific mandates of animal welfare organizations, we spoke with […]

Local News • 6 months ago • 3 min read

Tragedy in Workington: Three Workers Crushed to Death by Glass Consignment

BY NYONI TATENDA K ​HARARE, April 23, 2026 — A routine morning shift turned into a scene of horror in Harare’s industrial suburb of Workington yesterday, as three men were killed when a three-tonne crate of glass panels collapsed during an offloading operation. ​The fatal accident occurred on Wednesday morning at a local company premises. […]