Online Reporter
Walter Nyamukondiwa
Kasese Housing Project, long plagued by delays and false starts, has resumed amid hope that about 2000 beneficiaries could finally start building.
The project will help clear the housing backlog in the town, standing at around 3 000 houses and contribute to the attainment of the National Development Strategy 2 benchmarks and Vision 2030.
At least 400 stands have been reserved for the relocation of families living under the 330kv powerline in Mahombekombe.
Excavators and workers are currently onsite working on the trunk sewer line. Kariba Municipality spokesperson Mr Gabriel Mazivofa said work was progressing well and urged beneficiaries to settle their outstanding balances.
“The Municipality of Kariba wishes to advise residents, ratepayers, stakeholders, and all Kasese Housing Project beneficiaries that development works have officially commenced at the project site,” he said.
“Council is pleased to inform the community that construction of the trunk sewer line is now underway.
“This marks a significant milestone towards the full servicing of the Kasese Housing Scheme and the eventual delivery of fully serviced residential stands.”
The municipality, he said, was using internally generated funds before calling for cooperation from the stand owners to ensure progress.
“Timely payments will ensure the continuous progress of works and help avoid delays caused by funding shortages,” he said.
“The success and completion of the Kasese Housing Project largely depend on the collective commitment and financial participation of all beneficiaries.”
The project has suffered numerous setbacks since it started in 2013, prejudicing stand owners.
