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Topic : Water

Rights groups petition Parliament over planned privatisation of Harare water
According to the petition, the proposed privatization could lead to increased tariffs, diminishing access for marginalised communities, and a significant loss of public oversight.
By Tonderayi Matonho Apr. 9, 2025
Rights groups petition Parliament over planned privatisation of Harare water

MPs call for reduced taxes for Byo industry revival
Pumula legislator Sichelisile Mahlangu said charging exorbitant taxes to businesses hindered the revival of Bulawayo industry.
By Peter Dube Apr. 8, 2025
MPs call for reduced taxes for Byo industry revival

Harare residents face US$144m Chinese loan burden
The controversy surrounding the loan repayment has sparked concerns about the city's financial management and the burden placed on residents.
By Obert Siamilandu Apr. 5, 2025
Harare residents face US$144m Chinese loan burden

Bulawayo runs dry after faulty pipeline leak
He said Umzingwane raw water pipeline at uMzinyathi and the Sulzer raw water pump repairs were still outstanding, awaiting delivery of necessary materials.
By Bongile Moyo Mar. 27, 2025
Bulawayo runs dry after faulty pipeline leak

Harare residents move to block privatisation of water
The city's water crisis has been a longstanding issue, with residents often going without water for days. 
By Obert Siamilandu Mar. 25, 2025
Harare residents move to block privatisation of water
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US$40m debtors' book grounds Zinwa operations
Zinwa is a State-owned company that manages water resources and provides water-related products and services in Zimbabwe.
By Lorraine Muromo Mar. 25, 2025
US$40m debtors' book grounds Zinwa operations

BCC speaks on water privatisation reports
Coltart said the goal of setting up a water utility was to enhance management while keeping water as a public resource, not to transfer ownership to a private company.
By William Vundla Mar. 18, 2025
BCC speaks on water privatisation reports

Zambezi River Basin gets major boost
The Climate Investment Funds (CIF) has endorsed a US$60,35 million investment plan for the region, which is expected to mobilise over US$600 million in co-financing.
By Obert Siamilandu Mar. 6, 2025
Zambezi River Basin gets major boost

US$143m windfall for Zambezi River Basin Region
CIF will channel the funds through Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania and Zambia while part of funds will be disbursed to Brazil and Kenya.
By Sydney Kawadza Mar. 3, 2025
US$143m windfall for Zambezi River Basin Region

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