Heavy rains have once again transformed parts of Harare into raging waterways, leaving residents stranded, frustrated, and counting the cost of years of neglected infrastructure. What should be ordinary streets and footpaths quickly became dangerous rivers, highlighting the city’s ongoing challenges with drainage and urban planning.
In areas such as Retreat Waterfalls, residents were forced to navigate flooded pathways, while in Glen View 7 and St Mary’s, gates and yards were completely submerged. Homes were cut off, daily routines disrupted, and safety put at risk as water levels rose within minutes.
Many residents have expressed anger and disbelief, questioning how the capital continues to suffer the same fate every rainy season. Todiniko ne Harare City Council yava kutoraramisa nguva ya Noah? The scenes have become all too familiar, yet lasting solutions remain elusive.
As videos circulating online show the scale of the flooding, calls are growing louder for urgent action to improve drainage systems and urban planning before more damage is done.
