Online Reporter
Diana Nherera
Mayor of Gweru Councillor Martin Chivhoko yesterday announced the appointment of Ms Tendai Chigaba as the assistant director of finance for Gweru City Council.
Chairing the 727th Ordinary Council meeting yesterday, Cllr Chivhoko said her appointment follows a rigorous selection process.
“Her tenure is crucial in turning our future finances away from us, inefficiencies and towards a crucial disciplined growth,” he said.
Cllr Chivhoko said the appointment of Ms Chigaba is coming at a time when the council’s debtors’ position stands ZiG1,2billion.
“For better service delivery, we need revenue. It is difficult without the money. We are left with no option but to take legal action,” he said.
Cllr Chivhoko said starting today, Gweru City Council is giving ratepayers a 14-day timeframe to clear their bills.
“For those staying in council houses, we are also giving you a 14-day timeframe. Failure to do so, council will repossess the houses,” he said.
