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Obey Musiwa
Herald Reporter
HARARE residents have welcomed the rehabilitation of Rugare Road, praising the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development and area legislator, Lovemore Jimu, for delivering improvements that have eased daily travel.
The upgrade has transformed what was once a dilapidated stretch into a reliable route. The road links Mufakose and Kambuzuma to the CBD.
In an interview, Mr Jimu said the rehabilitation had improved mobility and reduced congestion.
He emphasised that the initiative was part of a broader plan supported by the Government to ease traffic flow in busy areas.
“The goal is to try and do the same on busy roads to avoid congestion,” he said, noting that smoother roads would cut travel time and reduce accidents.
“This is about making sure people can move freely and safely in their communities.”
Mr Jimu said collaboration between the Government and contractors has delivered safer roads.
He emphasised that the success of the project was rooted in joint efforts.
“I praise the collaborative efforts between the ministry and Elshadhai Civils, a road rehabilitation company, for reconstructing the road that was causing accidents,” Mr Jimu said.
“This partnership shows that when institutions work together, we can solve problems that have affected communities for years.”
Mr Jimu said part of the rehabilitation plan involved tackling informal activities that obstructed the road.
“We are also going to collaborate with the Harare City Council to remove people who are blocking the road, especially those making tombstones.
“As the area legislator, I have reserved an area for them, so they can continue their work without endangering motorists or pedestrians.”
Rugare resident, Mr Thomas Svinurai Makutya, said the project showed that the country had a listening President.
