Amid Drought, Dangerous Mining In Hwange Threatens People And Animals

Deka river system has become unsafe for humans and wildlife due to waste and pollutants deposited in it. Image by The Citizen Bulletin


BY CALVIN MANIKA | @The_CBNews | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | MAY 13, 2022

A dry spell might invite early hunger for Hwange families who rely on subsistence farming for food — and now, dangerous mining methods in the area could make the drought-induced problems more dire.

Bulawayo Kraal: A Pipedream?

Irrigation development could be the answer to climate change effects which have affected rainfall patterns in Binga.


BY BOKANI MUDIMBA | @The_CBNews | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | OCT 31, 2021

Two decades after the establishment of the Bulawayo Kraal, little to talk about has been done, now community leaders have become impatient.

Cattle Farmers Bemoan Climate Change Induced Losses

Matabeleland South, a region famous for cattle ranching and breeding losses cattle every year due to climate change induced hunger. Image by The Citizen Bulletin


Matabeleland South is known for livestock farming. However, climate change has left many farmers counting immeasurable losses after losing their cattle to hunger due to lack of pastures when there is drought.

BY CALVIN MANIKA | @The_CBNews | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | FEB 20, 2023

Climate Change Drives Immigration in Mat South

Mat South villagers flee climate change induced droughts and poverty in search of greener pastures in neighbouring countries. Image by UNHCR


Climate change induced droughts and poverty are threatening livelihoods in Matabeleland South, forcing many to risk life and limb crossing the Limpopo River in search of a better life in neighbouring South Africa.

BY CALVIN MANIKA | @The_CBNews | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | FEB 20, 2023

Climate Change Worsens Period Poverty

 

In marginalised communities of Matabeleland, the effects of climate change are exposing women and girls to health risks during menstruation. Image by Unsplash


In marginalised communities of Matabeleland, the effects of climate change are exposing women and girls to health risks during menstruation.

BY CALVIN MANIKA | @The_CBNews | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | FEB 9, 2023

Continued Coal Mining In Hwange Exacerbating Climatic Effects?

Hwange residents attribute changes in rainfall patterns, high temperatures and extreme weather events to coal mining in their town. Image by Unsplash


BY CALVIN MANIKA | @The_CBNews | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | NOV 15, 2021

The world is moving towards clean energy; while Zimbabwe may be unable to make a quick shift, the 'dirty' fossil fuel effects are already being felt. For many, not enough is being done to ensure a transition to clean energy soon.

Continuous Assessment Learning and Climate's Deadly Blow To Learners

Villagers say the introduction of CALA to the curriculum plays a role in the poor pass rate in the province. Image by Unsplash


BY LETHOKUHLE NKOMO | @The_CBNews | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | MAR 8, 2022
 
Analysts say climatic events characterized by extreme temperatures, extreme long dry spells and heavy downpour are some of the events which have contributed to poverty in rural communities.

Hwange: Deforestation Accelerates Climate Change

Man showing off one of the areas affected by massive cutting down of trees for charcoal production. Image by Lanyula Sustainable Cultural Village


BY LETHOKUHLE NKOMO | @The_CBNews | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | FEB 2, 2022

The mushrooming of several mining entities in Hwange has not only brought fortunes but also a basket of negative environmental impacts.