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President Mnangagwa is set to commission the second batch of refuse collection equipment from Geo Pomona Waste Management this morning, marking another significant step in the capital’s drive towards cleaner streets and improved environmental health.
The newly acquired fleet, which includes refuse compactors, tipper trucks, skip trucks, and street sweepers, is poised to bolster existing resources and enhance the efficiency of waste collection across Harare. According to Geo Pomona, the additional machinery will enable faster turnaround times, a wider service reach, and more consistent refuse collection for residents and businesses alike.
This latest investment forms part of Geo Pomona’s broader strategy to modernise waste management systems throughout the city, with a strong focus on environmental hygiene in residential, industrial, and commercial districts.
The new vehicles are expected to be deployed without delay, supporting ongoing initiatives to clear dumpsites and re-establish regular refuse collection, as Harare continues its journey towards a cleaner, healthier urban environment.
Stay with us as our reporter, Wallace Ruzvidzo, and photographer, Memory Mangombe, give you live updates from the commissioning event.
President Mnangagwa commissions new fleet for Harare’s waste revolution
President Mnangagwa is set to commission the second batch of refuse collection equipment from Geo Pomona Waste Management this morning, marking another significant step in the capital’s drive towards cleaner streets and improved environmental health.
The newly acquired fleet, which includes refuse compactors, tipper trucks, skip trucks, and street sweepers, is poised to bolster existing resources and enhance the efficiency of waste collection across Harare. According to Geo Pomona, the additional machinery will enable faster turnaround times, a wider service reach, and more consistent refuse collection for residents and businesses alike.
This latest investment forms part of Geo Pomona’s broader strategy to modernise waste management systems throughout the city, with a strong focus on environmental hygiene in residential, industrial, and commercial districts.
The new vehicles are expected to be deployed without delay, supporting ongoing initiatives to clear dumpsites and re-establish regular refuse collection, as Harare continues its journey towards a cleaner, healthier urban environment.
Stay with us as our reporter, Wallace Ruzvidzo, and photographer, Memory Mangombe, give you live updates from the commissioning event.
President Mnangagwa arrives
President Mnangagwa has arrived at Geo Pomona Waste Management, where he will commission the fleet of new service vehicles.
He is now being shown the consignment of 25 compactor trucks, 16 tipper trucks, 10 skip trucks, five sweeper trucks, two excavators, and two spinner trucks by Geo Pomona Waste Management’s Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chairman, Dr Dilesh Nguwaya.
Among those in attendance are Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, Cabinet Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Permanent Secretaries, members of the diplomatic corps, and private sector players, among others.
President Mnangagwa has toured and commissioned the equipment. This marks the beginning of the programme.
Minister Tavengwa praises development initiatives at Geo Pomona
Harare Province Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Charles Tavengwa, is now on the podium to deliver his welcome remarks.
He states that Harare is grateful for the Second Republic’s forward-thinking approach, which has ushered in unprecedented development.
He then commended Geo Pomona Waste Management for its visible transformation of the ecological health of Harare Metropolitan Province.
“Geo Pomona’s milestones are a flagship.
“We thank you, Your Excellency, for being the enabler of this project,” he said.
Dr Nguwaya emphasises technology’s role in waste management
On his part, Geo Pomona Waste Management Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chairman, Dr Dilesh Nguwaya, stated that the waste collection deal with the City of Harare has been a game changer for the waste management firm.
He remarked that the company is heavily invested in the use of technology in its operations.
“The progress is visible, and the new equipment will improve this even further,” said Dr Nguwaya.
The Geo Pomona Chief Executive Officer also mentioned that they are employing workers from the City of Harare on a secondment basis.
Mafume commends Government efforts in tackling waste management challenges
Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume expressed pride in being part of the current administration, which he described as solution-based.
He stated that the issue of waste management was becoming a ticking time bomb that needed urgent attention in Harare.
“Dirt,” he said, “did not know any political affiliation,” highlighting his cooperation with both government and the private sector.
“We are appreciative of the government’s efforts; we are working together, and the fruits are coming,” said Mayor Mafume.
Waste management milestones align with national vision – Minister
Acting Minister of Local Government and Public Works, Zhemu Soda, is now giving his remarks to introduce President Mnangagwa.
He states that today’s commissioning marks another milestone in alignment with the attainment of Vision 2030.
“The City of Harare and Geo Pomona have made remarkable progress in addressing waste management challenges,” he said.
“The heaps of garbage had become a threat to the dignity of Harare.”
Minister Zhemu described the organisation of waste at the Geo Pomona Waste Management facility as nothing short of astounding.
“This reorganisation ensures stability,” he said.
The Minister added that the achievements made in waste management would not have been possible without the partnership between the City of Harare and Geo Pomona.
Government committed to ensuring uniformity in service delivery across the country – President
In his keynote address, President Mnangagwa stated that the Government is committed to ensuring uniformity in service delivery across the country.
He emphasised that all local authorities must be modernised and technologically enabled, adding that there is a need for advanced waste sorting and recycling.
“We are not merely unveiling new refuse collection equipment; we are witnessing the continued growth of a project that is of strategic significance,” he said.
The President commended Geo Pomona Waste Management for its determination to realise its mandate.
He noted that innovative waste management frameworks are both timely and welcome.
President Mnangagwa highlighted that under the Second Republic, Zimbabwe has witnessed massive infrastructure development.
He also stressed that private sector synergies are important in improving service delivery.
