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Mthabisi Tshuma Online Reporter
COMMUNITIES in parts of Gwanda mainly in rural areas have received a short in the arm after the expansion of network coverage in their villages.
The move is an example of Government’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and ensuring access to information for all citizens, in line with Vision 2030.
In an interview, Gwanda South legislator Dr Omphile Marupi said works are underway to ensure that many villagers tap into the digital space.
“Following President Mnangagwa’s mantra of leaving no one and no community behind, as Gwanda South we are on a drive to connect our area with the world and this has seen installation of network transmitters across Gwanda South making people to connect easily.
“This has seen installation of transmitters in Mlambapheli and site marking at Buvuma, Selonga, Gungwe and Ntalale. There are plans to go and do the same at Ngoma, Samlodi and Switsha villages,” said Dr Marupi.
Dr Marupi said the expansion of network will also help in setting up computer laboratories at schools in the constituency.
“Access to network will go a long way in enabling schools to offer IT lessons that are compatible with modern day curriculum and thus make students universal in terms of enrolling at a learning institution world wide.
“With AI being the in thing it will help learners do research easily. Despite the periodic meetings held with the electorate to uodate them on development issues, technology has made it possible to meet with Gwanda South constituents by forming social media groups. While this is so, attending social gatherings and church gatherings enables me to meet and chat with the electorate,” said Dr Marupi.
Among other programmes being rolled out by Dr Marupi include fighting crime, ensuring easy access to acquire national documentation and empowering communities through livestock rearing projects.
“We have rehabilitated Nhwali Rest Camp into a Police Station. In the name of devolution, the centre will also be used as a Registry Centre and Circut Court enabling the community to get services within reach.
“While this is so, applications have been submitted to establish six base stations across Gwanda South with Guyu being upgraded. This will improve security in the Constituency and reduce issues such as cattle rustling and other crimes.
“The ruling party Zanu PF Women’s League sourced an incubator that was installed at Gwanda Old Zintec to enable the community to hatch eggs from a central place,” said Dr Marupi.
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