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City of Masvingo holds Strategic Plan Review Workshop

The City of Masvingo is currently holding a three-day strategic planning workshop with the mandate of   aligning with national objectives, plan for the future, analyse performance for the period under review, track current and future trends to achieve set objectives, clarify Council’s vision and purpose, identify strategic issues and come up with strategies to meet them as well.

Council has achieved several successes this year which include: legal compliance with holding statutory meetings, ensuring good corporate governance best practises-  clean audit, review of by-laws and crafting of policies, 94% of target children were immunised, collection efficiency on refuse is on track with no backlogs on collection with refuse being collected once in residential and industry and one daily in CBD, maternal mortality – no woman died during admission for child delivery in our clinics, facilitated the acquisition of title deeds for 32 houses, completed upgrading of Mucheke Tanaiwa Hostels through upgrading of WASH facilities, construction of 3 blocks for Rujeko Secondary School, allocated 127 traders workspace, commissioned and allocated Chesvingo Safe Market, awarded 7 learners scholarships, completed installation of Mucheke library wifi, successfully established Downtown Park, successfully upgraded Kernen Park, (Erp)Digital systems implemented – instipark and mobicol, performance appraisals, client satisfaction survey, training programs, job evaluation , local economic development plan, exhibitions, 2023 audited financial statements awaiting finalisation, revenue collection efficiency at 71%, and billing efficiency at 82%, masterplan review, designs for new water treatment plant, upgrading of mucheke trunk sewer, rehabilitation of roads, street and public lighting.

The workshop is also going to cover various topics, such as reviewing current plans, environmental scanning, SWOT analysis, and crafting new strategies.

The outcome is a comprehensive plan to drive Council forward. 

  

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Refuse Collection Schedule:05/09/24

Eastvale

Target Kopje

Mucheke D

Mucheke F

Clipsham

City Centre

Rank

Garikai Fruits and Vegetables Market

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Refuse Collection Schedule: 04/09/24

Old Railway

Rujeko C

Masvingo Christian College

Mboroma Street

City Centre

Rank

Garikai Fruits and Vegetables Market

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OPC holds sensitization workshop on procurement and disposal of public assets for City of Masvingo and Masvingo RDC

The Office of the President held a sensitization workshop on procurement and public assets disposal to promote transparency and accountability in public procurement processes.

The workshops aimed at  educating participants on the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, which provides for the efficient and effective procurement and disposal of public assets. 

The workshops cover topics such as contract management, procurement planning, and disposal of public assets. 

Speaking during the one day workshop, Chief Director (Procurement and Public Assets Disposal) in the Office of the President and Cabinet, Dr Michael Mutsanzikwa said the goal is to ensure that public officials and stakeholders understand their roles and responsibilities in the procurement process and can carry out their duties effectively.

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Council installs 60 solar – powered streetlights in Rhodhene and Eastvale as a pilot project

The City of Masvingo has finalised a pilot project introducing solar-powered lighting along Carry Street in Rhodhene and Shakashe Drive in Eastvale.

The initiative underscores Council’s dedication to sustainability, energy efficiency and urban beautification. 

The project aims to amplify the City’s aethetic allure while promoting eco – friendly solutions. Council plans rigorous monitoring to assess the project’s environmental, economic and social impacts, with aspirations to expand such innovation across the city’s public spaces, facilities and landmarks. 

Looking ahead, Council envisions diversifying solar – powered lighting, aiming to enrich the city’s visual appeal, enhance societal well – being and elevate the overall quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

The project aims to complete 5km by year end.

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Refuse Collection Schedule: 16/08/24

1st to 6th Street

Rhodhene

Zimre Park

City Centre

Garikai Fruits and Vegetables Market

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