Online Reporter
Online Reporter
A solar-powered borehole at the Johane Marange St Nimrod Chitowa Centre in Chivi, which was drilled under the Presidential Community Borehole Project, is set to facilitate access to clean water while strengthening sanitation and disease prevention among congregants.
The intervention is part of Government’s broader drive to improve access to clean and safe water in communities, with the Johane Marange centre now benefitting from a reliable water source.
Madzibaba Abel Nzviyo, a congregant at the centre, said the availability of clean water would significantly improve conditions for worshippers.
“We are very grateful because water has been a challenge here,” he said.
“At times, it was difficult to access clean water for drinking and other uses, but now we have water that is close to us and safe.”
The importance of the project extends beyond convenience, particularly in a setting where large gatherings can increase the need for adequate water and sanitation facilities.
Sarah Chisvo, a health worker and congregant at the centre, said access to potable water was an important component of disease prevention.
“As a health worker and a congregant here, I see access to clean water as very important in preventing diseases,” she said.
“Clean water helps us wash our hands, prepare food, drink safely and keep the place where we live and worship clean.”
Speaking at the centre, Chivi North Member of Parliament Godfrey Huruva Mukungunugwa said he was happy that the project had become a success.
“We came here and drilled for water twice but failed, but we persevered until we finally found it,” said Mukungunugwa.
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