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1 February 2026 Health authorities in Bulawayo are urging parents to be alert after more than 1,000 suspected cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease were recorded since November last year — raising concerns about the safety of young children in schools and homes. The City of Bulawayo says 1,058 suspected HFMD cases have been […]

31 January 2026 Emelda Jinya Police in Bulawayo have confirmed the names of two men who died after being hit by a commuter omnibus at 6th Avenue and Lobengula street on Wednesday night. The victims are Christopher Mukuwapasi and Lizwe Ncube, both men in their late 30s. The kombi driver has been identified as 28 […]

31 January 2026 By Emelda Jinya A mine bus driver was injured on Tuesday after a collision with a train at a level crossing in Hwange, the National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) has confirmed. The accident occurred at the Old Hwange Number 2 level crossing when the bus driver reportedly attempted to beat an oncoming […]

29 January 2026 By Monalisa Ntibane The family of 17-year-old Miguel Moyo has expressed gratitude to the public after the teenager, who had been reported missing earlier this week, was safely located in Bulawayo. Following his disappearance, relatives and community members conducted extensive searches, while the matter was formally reported to the police. Appeals were […]

29 January 2026 SFM News Two people are dead and at least seventeen others injured after a commuter omnibus crashed into pedestrians in Bulawayo yesterday, renewing urgent concerns over safety at illegal taxi ranks in the city centre. Police say the incident happened Wednesday night, shortly before 9pm, at the intersection of 6th Avenue and […]

27 January 2026 By Monalisa Ntibane A huge explosion hit Tshabalala and Nkulumane late, last night after a massive fire broke out forcing residents to flee for their safety. The explosion triggered huge balls of fire, with flames visible as far as Nkulumane Complex. The scale of the fire prompted a rapid response, with multiple […]

22 January 2026 By Colleta Bell Zimbabwean endurance walker Prince Ncube, popularly known as Dr Gasolo, says his participation in the Cape to Cairo walk offers a global platform to promote African culture, youth empowerment and tourism. Dr Gasolo, who launched the Dr Gasolo Long Walk to Success in 2022, says the continental journey is […]

22 January 2026 By Colleta Bell The City of Bulawayo has introduced a new 96-hour weekly water shedding timetable, replacing the previous 130-hour schedule. The adjustment follows improved water inflows into the city’s supply dams and stability at pump stations, allowing for more predictable distribution. Residents are urged to check their schedules according to the […]

15 January 2026 Nokusa Masuku The City of Bulawayo has announced planned improvement works on Jason Moyo Street between 4th and 5th Avenue, set to begin on Monday, 19 January 2026. The project, covering a 160-metre stretch, is expected to take two to three weeks to complete, depending on weather conditions. In a public notice […]

15 January 2026 By SFM News A 25-year-old man from Inyathi has appeared before the Bulawayo Regional Magistrates’ Court facing charges of attempted rape involving his juvenile relative. The accused, whose identity is being withheld to protect the identity of the minor, stands accused of attacking his 15-year-old cousin earlier this month. According to the […]