Tough festive season....as buses hike fares ....basic commodities prices up
The Christmas season comes at a time when the economy is continuing to tank, with the local currency trading between ZiG35 and ZiG40 to the US dollar on the parallel market.
By Priviledge Gumbodete and Takudzwa Munemo
Dec. 24, 2024
5 000 traders affected by Mbare Musika inferno
Muswere said authorities have cobbled up a response plan to assist the traders to restock that includes loans, grants and other stimulus packages.
By Priveledge Gumbodete
Oct. 30, 2024
Security guard denied bail over Mbare Musika fire
Action Chakauya (35) appeared before Mbare magistrate Artwell Sanyatwa, who remanded him in custody to November 11.
By Trevor Mutsvairo
Oct. 23, 2024
Mbare Fire: Tragic reminder to safeguard informal sector
The informal sector is a cornerstone of Zimbabwe’s economy, accounting for 80–90% of employment and contributing approximately 64% to GDP.
By Michael Zuze
Oct. 18, 2024
Mbare Musika fire: Suspect nabbed, in court
Action Chakauya (35) appeared before Mbare magistrate Artwell Sanyatwa, who remanded him in custody to October 21 for bail ruling.
By Trevor Mutsvairo
Oct. 18, 2024
Mbare fire: Probe stalls as evidence disappears
Mafume said there were two major problems among other challenges affecting operations in Mbare, including civil works, where there is need for drainage and a lack of structures.
By Lorraine Muromo
Oct. 17, 2024
Informal traders need safer places to operate from
Tuesday’s event is a stark reminder of the hurdles the informal sector faces in this tough economic environment which has resulted in some companies closing shop.
By Newsday
Oct. 14, 2024
Anguish and despair in the wake of Mbare Musika inferno
Takudya is among the thousands of vendors who were left counting losses after an inferno razed parts of the bustling market last Tuesday evening.
By Takudzwa Munemo
Oct. 13, 2024
Mbare's heart stands still: fire ravages local marketplace, leaving vendors in despair
According to eyewitnesses, the fire may have been caused by cigarette smokers who sell sweeping brooms in the market.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Oct. 9, 2024
