Online Reporter
Peter Matika
THE near-completion of the Insiza District Registry Building marks a significant milestone in Government’s drive to decentralise critical services and improve access to civil registration in rural communities.
Vice President Kembo Mohadi said this yesterday during a visit to the project site, which had stalled for years after its inception in 2001.
Construction works resumed under the Second Republic, with works accelerating from 2023.
VP Mohadi described the development as a “project of immense national importance” that reflects Government’s commitment to inclusive growth and improved service delivery.
“The near completion of this facility is not merely a construction milestone; it is a bold statement of intent. It affirms that under the Second Republic, we are delivering on our promises,” said VP Mohadi.
He said once complete, the registry office, now set to be the largest in Matabeleland South Province, is expected to significantly ease access to essential documentation such as birth certificates, national identity cards and death certificates.
VP Mohadi said improved access to such services will enhance citizens’ participation in economic and social activities, particularly in previously underserved rural areas.
“By bringing these services closer to the people, we are dismantling barriers, empowering communities, and unlocking economic opportunities at the grassroots level,” said VP Mohadi.
The project is also expected to strengthen governance systems by improving the management of vital records and enhancing policy planning.
VP Mohadi noted that the development aligns with the country’s Vision 2030 agenda, which seeks to attain upper middle-income status through infrastructure development, decentralisation and efficient institutions.
Registrar-General Mr Henry Tawona Machiri, said the building underscores the tangible impact of the Government’s decentralisation and infrastructure development agenda.
He said the establishment of a Civil Registry in Insiza is not merely an administrative expansion, but a critical step towards inclusive service delivery that brings essential documentation services closer to the people.
“For years, communities in outlying districts have faced significant financial and logistical burdens in travelling to distant urban centres to obtain vital documents such as birth certificates, national identity cards and death certificates,” said Mr Machiri.
