Harare demolishes Mbare structures

Herald Reporter

Harare City Council has demolished illegal structures in Mbare opposite its Rememberance Offices to pave way for the relocation of traders whose stalls and wares were gutted in an inferno last month.
The site, previously used as an informal commuter omnibus rank near the Engen Service Station, has been cleared of all illegal structures.
Observations on the ground revealed that Harare City is likely to face resistance from commuter omnibus operators currently using the site.
Some informal traders like Mr Takudzwa Marwada, have expressed concerns about the timing of the relocation.
“Our worry is council’s timing considering that the rainy season is almost upon us,” he said.
“There are no shades here so how do they expect us to operate.”.
In a statement, council said, “Take notice that you are using and/or occupying council land illegally as you do not have either a lease with or the permission of the council.”