Zimbabwe is set to explore privatization as five companies vie for the chance to take over its beleaguered urban water supply system. The government is actively seeking investment to rejuvenate the infrastructure, particularly in major cities like Harare, Bulawayo, and Victoria Falls. Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe confirmed that the administration has received approval to…

The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has announced that its investigations indicate malnutrition was the cause of the recent deaths of 19 hippos in the Mid-Zambezi Region. The deaths, which occurred over a three-month period in the Sapi Safari Area and Chirundu, Mashonaland West Province, had prompted investigations by Zimparks. In a statement…

A new water treatment plant and smart meters are planned for construction in Harare, aimed at enhancing the water supply for residents. This initiative promises to improve access to clean water for residents, ensuring a more reliable, cost-effective, and efficient supply system. The deal involves the Local Government Ministry, the City of Harare, Hangzhou Laison…

The government is grappling with significant public outcry after its controversial decision to privatize water services in urban areas. This move includes a recent agreement with a Chinese company, in partnership with a local authority, to construct a new water treatment reservoir for Harare. Critics are voicing concerns about the implications for access to clean…

The Environmental Management Agency (EMA) has ordered Cambria 4 Mine in Masvingo to halt operations after a tailings dam spill contaminated the Shashe River. The Shashe River is facing a serious problem after a toxic spill from a nearby mine contaminated the water, resulting in the death of fish and livestock. The mine has been…

The Environmental Management Agency (EMA) has linked recent fish and livestock deaths to cyanide and sodium hydroxide poisoning from a spillage at Cambria 4 Mine in Masvingo. Water samples showed elevated pH and cyanide traces, prompting immediate action. “The Agency collected water samples from the river for analysis at the Environmental Management laboratory, which revealed…

The Western Green Energy Hub (WGEH) in Western Australia is planned to be one of the planet’s most significant green energy projects. Spanning 15,000 km² of Mirning territory, this 75-quadrillion project will comprise 25 million solar panels and 3000 wind turbines to generate a new level of green hydrogen. WGEH is a technological and environmentally…

A new study mapped continental groundwater flow, revealing that rain and snowmelt travel much farther and deeper underground than previously known. Over half of stream water comes from deep aquifers, highlighting crucial implications for pollution tracking and groundwater management. Researchers from Princeton University and the University of Arizona have developed a groundbreaking simulation that maps…