Online Reporter
Diana Nherera
THE City of Gweru has acquired a 20 000-litre water bowser using internally generated funds as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen service delivery and enhance infrastructure development across the city.
The latest acquisition adds to the local authority’s growing fleet of heavy-duty equipment and is expected to play a key role in road construction and rehabilitation projects.
Speaking during the handover of the equipment, procurement manager Mr Kudakwashe Shonhiwa said the purchase demonstrates council’s commitment to investing in machinery that improves operational efficiency and service delivery.
“So far, we have acquired two CAT graders, a CAT excavator and now this water bowser,” he said.
Mr Shonhiwa noted that the bowser will primarily be used to support road construction and other related infrastructure works, reducing the city’s dependence on hired equipment.
The acquisition is expected to improve the efficiency of road maintenance and rehabilitation programmes while lowering operational costs for the local authority.
Director of Housing and Community Services Mr Joseph Zimusi welcomed the purchase, describing it as a significant step towards enhancing the city’s capacity to deliver essential services.
He urged council employees to ensure the equipment is properly maintained and used responsibly.
“We do not want to hear reports that workers have damaged the machine. It is important that this equipment is looked after so that it continues to serve residents for many years,” said Mr Zimusi.
He added that funds previously spent on hiring equipment can now be redirected towards other priority development projects across the city.
