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Bulilima communities unite to restore forests

“Forests are the lungs of our planet and it’s our responsibility to protect them,” said Tadeous Chifamba, permanent secretary in the Environment, Climate and Wildlife ministry.

By Obert Siamilandu 13h ago

Bulilima communities unite to restore forests

Zim lines up exclusive lodges plan for Victoria Falls Airport

THE Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe (FCZ) has placed a 300-hectare forest block next to Victoria Falls International Airport on the market

By Ruth Maseko Feb. 27, 2026

Zim lines up exclusive lodges plan for Victoria Falls Airport

Forestry Commission unveils bold investment plan

The Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe (FCZ) has launched an ambitious investment prospectus inviting local and international investors to develop high-value timber, ecotourism, and mixed-use projects

By Tatira Zwinoira Feb. 25, 2026

Forestry Commission unveils bold investment plan

Hwange cracks down on illegal charcoal dealers

Acting on a tip-off, the enforcement teams raided the property and seized the charcoal, which officials believe was produced through the unregulated cutting of indigenous trees.

By Sharon Sibindi Feb. 1, 2026

Hwange cracks down on illegal charcoal dealers

Umvebe named tree of the year

Tree Planting Day is commemorated annually on the first Saturday of December.

By Staff Reporter Aug. 22, 2025

‘Forestry Commission bosses sleeping on the job’

A report by the Auditor-General has exposed severe lapses at the Forestry Commission, revealing how lax regulation may be enabling trophy hunters to loot public funds.

By Freeman Makopa Aug. 8, 2025

‘Forestry Commission bosses sleeping on the job’

Forests under siege: Illegal logging costs Zim millions, but solutions emerge

The Forestry Commission in collaboration with the Ema and local non-governmental organisations, has been piloting community-based forestry management programmes in selected regions

By Tonderayi Matonho Aug. 1, 2025