Zimbabwe is bracing for a potentially difficult 2026/27 rainfall season, with forecasters warning of below-normal rainfall, erratic rains, prolonged dry spells and warmer-than-normal temperatures.

HARARE – The City of Harare has installed approximately 30,000 smart water meters across several suburbs, triggering renewed debate over the balance between water availability, quality, and affordability. The rollout, part of the Harare Water Project in partnership with Helcraw Electrical, aims to replace ageing infrastructure with more than 320,000 smart prepaid meters across the capital.