Harare’s wetlands under threat as residents cry foul over illegal development

Harare residents are up in arms over the destruction of sections of the Monavale, Meyrick Park wetlands, accusing land developers of illegally clearing protected areas that form part of the city’s main water source. The uproar follows the sighting of graders clearing large portions of land within the Monavale Wetland Ramsar Site last week,  an…

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New regulations are set to revive Lake Chivero’s struggling ecosystem and safeguard its vital fish populations amid rising pollution concerns.

The government has unveiled a new set of regulations aimed at safeguarding the vital fish populations in this crucial water source, which has become a popular spot for fishing and leisure activities. The decision to introduce new regulations comes after concerns were raised by Zvimba East legislator Kudakwashe Manhanzva. He recently wrote to Minister Nyoni,…

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