HARARE – Land developer Bruce Chiyangwa, son to businessman and Zanu PF politician Philip Chiyangwa, has been accused of illegally encroaching onto a wetland measuring over two hectares in Mabelreign low density suburb in Harare. Reports are that Bruce Chiyangwa is claiming ownership of the property without proper documentation. Residents of Mabelreign have raised concerns…
SECRETARY of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Harare Metropolitan Province, Mr Tafadzwa Muguti has said no construction or agricultural activities were allowed on all wetlands in the province as they are ecologically sensitive areas. This comes after Mr Muguti met with Harare Wetlands Trust and Harare residents’ representatives on Tuesday to discuss the…
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In recent years, the Harare municipality has taken a tougher stance on ‘illegal structures’ on the city’s wetlands. It accuses bogus land developers of grabbing the land and has been demolishing people’s homes. But in whose interests is this being done?