Online Reporter
Fungai Lupande
Mashonaland Central Bureau
Mvurwi Town Council has rolled out four major infrastructure projects aimed at transforming service delivery, enhancing public health and strengthening disaster preparedness in the expanding town.
The initiatives include the construction of modern sewer treatment ponds, acquisition of a 20-cubic-metre refuse compactor truck, delivery of a 55 000-litre fire tender, and the ground-breaking for the servicing of Mbezi medium-density residential stands.
Speaking at the launch of the initiatives, Mashonaland Central Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Christopher Magomo, represented by director of coordination Mr Admore Shereni, praised the council’s strategic planning and effective use of devolution funds.
“For decades, sanitation has been a silent crisis in Mvurwi.
“Today, we rewrite that story with infrastructure that meets the demands of a growing population,” said Minister Magomo.
The new sewer treatment ponds mark a significant upgrade from the outdated, unlined systems dating back to the 1960s.
Designed to handle up to 60 000 litres per day, the new infrastructure will eventually serve 30 000 households, including over 2 500 homes in existing neighbourhoods and 600 new homes in the Mbezi area.
Town Clerk Dr Sheri Nyakudya said construction began in 2018 and the completion of the ponds was made possible through devolution funding.
She added that the ultimate goal is to connect all 26 000 households in Mvurwi to water and sewer services.
The commissioning of a 55 000-litre fire tender is expected to significantly improve Mvurwi’s emergency preparedness.
For years, the town had no dedicated fire-fighting unit, leaving residents exposed during outbreaks.
“This fire tender, secured through a partnership with the Mudzimi Wemoto Trust, is a bold step towards changing that reality,” said Minister Magomo.
Training for emergency personnel will begin soon to ensure the fire tender becomes fully operational.
The introduction of a 20-cubic-metre refuse compactor truck, procured through the Zimbabwe Electronic Government Procurement System (e-GP), is set to modernise Mvurwi’s waste collection system.
The move is expected to improve efficiency and promote cleaner neighbourhoods.
“This demonstrates the Government’s commitment to transparency and accountable service delivery,” the Minister noted.
For Mvurwi, the ground-breaking ceremony for the servicing of Mbezi medium-density stands marks another major milestone.
The initiative will provide 600 properly planned housing units, in line with national efforts to expand access to affordable, formal housing.
Minister Magomo said the initiative aligns with national housing goals.
“As Mvurwi embraces these new developments, I commend the commitment to ensuring that devolution works for the people. This translates Government funding into meaningful, life-changing services,” he said.
Council Chairperson Councillor Tonderai Samhu said the town is already working on layouts for high-density stands and envisions the establishment of a tertiary institution in Mvurwi to expand educational opportunities.
