Online Reporter
Sikhumbuzo Moyo
THE Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Bulawayo, Judith Ncube, has urged households and communities to take a leading role in environmental protection by embracing responsible waste management practices.
Speaking during the National Clean-Up programme held on Friday and organised by the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations (ZHOCD), Minister Ncube, who was represented by Mr Julius Gwatiwa, a director in her office, said the clean-up campaign, which is running under the theme
“From Household to Community: Driving Zero Waste Together,” underscores the importance of starting environmental protection efforts at household level.
She said simple actions such as proper waste disposal, reducing waste and maintaining clean surroundings collectively contribute to healthier and more sustainable communities.
“The clean-up programme complements broader environmental initiatives, including commemorations of Africa Environment Day, whose theme focuses on “Biodiversity and Traditional Knowledge: Conserving Health and Livelihoods.”
Our environment provides us with vital resources such as clean air, water, food and medicinal plants that sustain our health and livelihoods,” said Minister Ncube.
She said by keeping the environment clean and protecting ecosystems, the nation is safeguarding biodiversity and the natural resources communities depend on.
Minister Ncube commended churches and community organisations for supporting the clean-up programme, singling out the Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe Council of Churches, Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference and the Union for the Development of Apostolic Churches in Zimbabwe Africa for their consistent participation.
She also applauded the Environmental Management Agency and the Bulawayo City Council for coordinating the clean-up activities and mobilising stakeholders to participate in the programme.
