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Harare bigwig’s 'property buying spree' probed

Marara appeared before a commission of inquiry where he was quizzed about the source of the funds to acquire the properties.

By Kenneth Nyangani and Gracious Daniel Jan. 19, 2025

Harare bigwig’s 'property buying spree' probed

Harare queries water plant deal

However, Harare officials questioned Helcraw’s capacity, citing its unsuccessful bid to supply water meters in a US$2 million tender in 2023.

By Tinashe Kairiza and Julia Ndlela Jan. 17, 2025

Yes, my position is in conflict with govt directive, says council boss

Marara is accused of allegedly creating a Grade 1 (b) position under a job evaluation exercise he was in charge of and was not interviewed.

By Kenneth Nyangani and Gracious Daniel Jan. 16, 2025

Yes, my position is in conflict with govt directive, says council boss

Residents fume over water privatisation

Local Government and Public Works minister Daniel Garwe, early this week, announced the proposed plan involving outsourcing water management and supply in major cities to private companies.

By Staff Reporters Jan. 10, 2025

Review ministry’s powers over councils

It is high time the government reviewed the power vested in the Local Government ministry if it is hindering service delivery.

By Newsday Jan. 7, 2025

From world-class to medieval city: Inside Harare’s rundown

To cover their tracks, council officials have for years not provided the enterprise resource planning system to the local government ministry.

By Problem Masau Jan. 7, 2025

From world-class to medieval city: Inside Harare’s rundown

Harare City Council blames govt for flooding

Government is sabotaging City of Harare drainage and grass cutting programme. Resolution was made early November and to date no response from government yet.”

By Problem Masau Jan. 6, 2025