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Jan. 27, 2023

Zimbabwe  National Water Authority (ZINWA) has so far installed more than 20 000 prepaid water meters in remote areas to ensure that clients have control of their water consumption.

Construction of a new water treatment plant in Bulawayo is underway

Tender process for the construction of a new water treatment in in Corwdry Park Bulawayo. 245km pipeline linking Lake Gwaii-Shangani and Bulawayo has been laid. 

The Marewo Piped Water Scheme, in Mutare District, Manicaland Province is at 80% complete

The Marewo Piped Water Scheme, in Mutare District, Manicaland  
Province is at 80%  complete 

400 Glen View houses get potable water

More than 400 houses in GlenView 3 have been connected to solar-powered boreholes under the presidential Borehole Scheme

Water and sewer rehabilation in progres in Mashonaland West Province

In the water and sanitation sector, the Minister highlighted 
progress as follows:
• 4km sewer network rehabilitation in Chegutu High Density suburb in 
Chegutu, Mashonaland West Province is 95% complete;
• rehabilitation of 4km of water network in Pfupajena high density 
suburb in Chegutu, Mashonaland West Province is 90% complete.

Six solar powered boreholes fitted with 5 000 litre-tanks were drilled in Bulawayo, Chivhu, Masvingo, Chegutu, Murambinda and Kwekwe, with more than 700 traders set to benefit from these boreholes

Six solar powered boreholes fitted with 5 000 litre-tanks were drilled in Bulawayo, Chivhu, Masvingo, Chegutu, Murambinda and Kwekwe, with more than 700 traders set to benefit from these boreholes

Three drill rigs commissioned for Presidential borehole drilling scheme

Three drill rigs commissioned for Presidential borehole drilling scheme

Communal irrigations under establishment ahead of Gwayi-Shangani water

Communal irrigations under establishment ahead of Gwayi-Shangani water

Boreholes drilled for 3 Binga chiefs.

3 borehole drilling have been completed for 3chiefs and 14 are outstanding as of now.

Construction of the Gwayi-Shangani dam is now at 66.2% completion

Construction of the Gwayi-Shangani dam is now at 66.2% completion

President has commissioned three solar-powered community boreholes in Glenview 3 Harare

President has commissioned three solar-powered community boreholes in Glenview 3, Harare under the Presidential Borehole Scheme. Each borehole feeds water directly into 100 households as well as several outside points.
 

Lake Gwayi-Shangani set for completion by June 2022.

Lake Gwayi-Shangani set for completion by June 2022. 
Material for the pipeline to bring water from the lake to Bulawayo has arrived in the country and is being placed at strategic points for connection. The laying of 245km pipeline is expected to be completed by October 2022.

The Presidential Borehole scheme extends to Glenview.

Drilling of boreholes, under the Presidential Borehole Drilling Scheme, has begun in Glen View Harare, as the government places efforts to end water woes in the capital city. The team was in Glen View 3 drilling and installing solar on boreholes.

Gwayi-Shangani Pipeline Project on Course

The Gwai-Shangani water project, which is projected to alter Bulawayo's water situation, is progressing well, according to President Mnangagwa, with construction on the pipeline having begun. The construction of a 270-kilometer pipeline to bring ample water to Bulawayo has begun. The pipeline, once completed, will help to green various agricultural projects along the route.

Cabinet considered and approved the urgent development initiatives for Binga District

Cabinet considered and approved the urgent development initiatives for Binga District. Government to implement urgent development initiatives in Binga District that include: rehabilitation of roads; construction of vocational Training Centre; setting up of a nursing school at Binga Hospital and refurbishment of the mortuary at Binga Hospital.

President Mnangagwa launched the Presidential Borehole Scheme

President Mnangagwa launched the Presidential Borehole Scheme meant to provide clean water to the people in line with Vision 2030. The move is also in line with President Mnangagwa urban renewal agenda meant to ease water challenges in urban centres.

Boreholes Drilled in Harare Suburbs

Following government intervention, service delivery in urban areas has improved drastically with residents now enjoying access to water while roads are being rehabilitated. The ongoing Presidential Borehole drilling has drilled boreholes in Harare's suburbs of Epworth, Glen Norah, and Mabvuku and the dormitory town Chitungwiza. This initiative is set as a temporary measure for the province as works on the multi-million dollar Kunzvi Dam which is expected to end the capital's water challenges end.

Devolution delight for Chinhoyi

The devolution monies have enabled Chinhoyi Municipality to get heavy-duty machinery, and a fire tender vehicle is due to arrive soon. As the town grows, the municipality purchased a tractor loader backhoe (TLB), which is intended to relieve strain on the excavation of sewage and water trenches, as well as land clearing. Mr. Tichaona Mlauzi, a representative for the council, claimed the equipment cost approximately US$87,000.

Government Signs a US$1,8 Million ZimFund Grant with African Development Bank (AfDB)

"The Government and African Development Bank (AfDB) have signed a US$1,8 million ZimFund grant earmarked for the procurement of materials for the rehabilitation of sewerage reticulation infrastructure for Chitungwiza Municipality."

Revival of Urban Development Corporation (UDCORP) Board

National Housing and Social Amenities Minister Daniel Garwe appointed a nine-member board for Udcorp yesterday that included Dr Caleb Makwiranzou, who is charperson, deputised by Ndarova Audrey Kwangwama.

Minister of Local Government and Public Works Approves By-Laws Made by the City Council of Harare

Minister of Local Government and Public Works approves SI 68 of 2021(Incorporated and Local Government Areas) (Waste Management) ( Amendment) By-laws, 2021 (No. 28) made by the City Council of Harare.

Statutory Instrument 67 of 2021

Updates to water tariffs in Harare through the Incorporated and Local Government Areas; Water Charges;

Amendment By-laws, 2021 (No. 25).

Transfer of health workers from the Chitungwiza and Harare Municipalities’ payrolls to the Government's payroll

Cabinet's decision to transfer health workers from the Chitungwiza and Harare Municipalities’ payrolls to the Government payroll has started, with 60 out of the 65 nursing staff in Chitungwiza having been transferred. Measures are being put in place for the City of Harare to expedite the implementation of the Cabinet decision of transferring 368 health professionals. This is in line with the Government’s decision to centralise the payment of essential services in order to ensure timely payment. In the long term central government

Borehole Projects

Four new boreholes were drilled, while 77 others were rehabilitated and eighty-four hand washing facilities were commissioned at various public places. Harare Metropolitan’s water production is averaging 400ML/day, against demand of 1200ML/day, while Bulawayo City’s water production remains at 153.7ML/day, against a demand of 155ML/day.

Refurbishment of a water treatment plant

Government refurbishes water treatment plant which serves as water source for Chimhanda Township, Rushinga Township as well as Nyamatikiti. This has boosted water availability for over 20000 families.

Mutare RDC - Devolution

Mutare Rural received ZWL $6 239 253 in 2020 and ZWL $8 200 000 in 2021

Bikita - Devolution Project

Part of the ZWL $29 287 000.00 allocated to Bikita RDC this year for devolution projects is being used to complete work on 3 clinics. These include; Mupamaonde, Budzi and Chibvure. Security fence is also being erected at the clinics as work nears completion.

Mhondoro Ngezi - Devolution Funds Utilisation

District was allocated $190 989 900 since 2019. Funds disbursed amounts to $27,861,341 which accounts for the completed projects to date

Zvimba - Devolution Projects

Schools benefitting under Devolution Funds in Zvimba

Gwanda - Devolution Projects

A classroom block completed, -a toilet completed and -A borehole drilled at Hlalanikhuhle Primary Sch -Completion of water tank on top of the Gwanda high mountain

Ruwa - Devolution Project

The Local Board used #Devolution Funds to buy; -a refuse collection vehicle, -a grader and -drilled 4 boreholes which are solar powered in Runyararo,Damafalls and 2 in Zimre park.

Epworth - Devolution Project

Epworth Local Board recieved ZW $28,561,359.00 as Devolution funds from 5/12/2018 upto date. They spent as follows; 1. bought a tractor 2.drilled 14 boreholes and 2 are solar powered 3. Built Munyuki vegetable market

Mwenezi - Devolution Project

The District has a total of 12 projects being funded using devolution funds. 5/12 projects have been completed.

Gutu - Devolution Projects

The District received ZWL 44 134 000 from 2019 to date. 7/ 22 of its projects are 100% complete. The majority of the projects which are clinics , are between 50 and 95% complete.

Upgrading of water, sanitation,electricity across the country

Upgrading of water and sanitation facilities at the Flea Market by the Lupane Local Board is 97% complete and is expected to meet the scheduled date. Upgrading of 3.6 km of sewer Trunk Mains in Chegutu is at 92% completion. The Ruwa Local Board installed 3 Solar Powered boreholes. The rehabilitation of the Munyuko Vegetable Market stalls in Epworth is at 95% and will be completed within the current 100-day cycle

Widening of Pembi Bridge and road in Mvurwi to reduce traffic congestion

Pembi Bridge in Mvurwi was widened and road approaches constructed on either side of the bridge to reduce traffic congestion

Roll-out of the Tsholotsho Disaster Recovery Project

The Tsholotsho Disaster Recovery Project in Tshiro/Sawudweni, Matabeleland North Province, is now complete, with five houses having been constructed. The project targets to rehabilitate communities affected by cyclone-induced floods in the 2016-2017 rainy season.

Roll- out of the Kamutsenzere piped water scheme in Mt Darwin

The Kamutsenzere piped water scheme being undertaken to increase access to safe water under Pfura Rural District Council in Mt Darwin, Mashonaland Central Province, is complete and 2 765 people will benefit from the project.

Extension of the Magamba Water Reticulation in Rusape

The Magamba Extension Water Reticulation project targeting to connect a total of 1 181 properties to water supply in Rusape Town, Manicaland Province, is at 95 percent completion. 

Upgrading of the Mabhula Sewer Treatment Plant in Zvishavane Town, Midlands.

Upgrading of the Mabhula Sewer Treatment Plant in Zvishavane Town, Midlands, which will improve sewer treatment capacity in the town, is at 80 percent completion.

Disbursement of US$9,3 million for resolution of portable water shortage problems in Harare

Cabinet has directed Treasury to release US$9,3 million for urgent works at Manyame and Warren Control Pump stations that should be completed in two months to alleviate potable water shortages in Harare and its surrounding towns.

This will enable the City of Harare to migrate from drawing water from the highly polluted Lake Chivero to Lake Manyame.

Disbursement of ZWL$34.4 million by the RBZ to City of Harare to address water and sanitation challenges

Finance and Economic Development minister Mthuli Ncube has released $37,4 million to the City of Harare in an effort to address the water challenges which has seen residents going for days without the precious liquid. Ncube said part of the funds will be in foreign currency and will work towards improving water access and waste water treatment in the short-term. “The City of Harare is facing a number of challenges which have resulted in failure to resolve the water and sanitation under-provision within the city. This has contributed to the decline in health status of residents,” he said.

Advisory board for Harare

Government has appointed an advisory board for Harare which will assist with ideas on voluntary basis, in a move expected to improve service delivery and instil confidence among residents. The 19-member board would advise on various issues, including water and sanitation, as well as infrastructural development in the capital.