The City of Masvingo successfully held a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk as part of its efforts to promote early detection, support those affected, and educate the public on breast health. The walk attracted participants from council departments, local organisations, health professionals, and residents who united in solidarity wearing pink to show their support.

Flagged off by the Mayoress, the event started at Croco Motors and proceeded through the city, raising awareness with banners, songs, and health messages.

Provincial Medical Director, Dr. A Shamhu who was the guest of honour commended City of Masvingo Health Services Department for its efforts in promoting health education, conducting outreach programs, and ensuring that women have access to screening and counselling services across all Council Clinics.

Key health stakeholders provided free breast cancer screening, educational materials, and counselling services at the finish line.

Director Health Services, Ms Suzanne Hazel Madamombe emphasized the importance of community awareness in combating breast cancer and encouraged women and men to get screened regularly.

The City Health Department pledged to continue such initiatives to improve public health outcomes.

The event demonstrated Council’s commitment to promoting wellness and saving lives through proactive health education and stakeholder collaboration.

Today AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) handed contractors at Mucheke Clinic to City of Masvingo for the construction of a state of the art Opportunistic Infection Clinic.

This handover of commencing contractual works today marks more than the completion of a project, it represents a shared commitment to improving the quality of life for Masvingo residents. It is a testament to what can be achieved when government, development partners, and communities work together towards a common goal.

The project is expected to go a long way in strengthening the City’s service delivery capacity, uplifting health and wellbeing, and promoting inclusive urban development.

The event marked a significant milestone in strengthening health service delivery within the city. Representatives from AHF, the City’s Health Department, and the contracted construction company attended the ceremony which was graced by His Worship the Mayor Cllr Aleck Tabe.

His Worship the Mayor Cllr Aleck Tabe expressed appreciation to AHF for the continued partnership and support towards improving health infrastructure in Masvingo.

Gender Links, in partnership with the City of Masvingo and Masvingo Flora, is currently holding a two-day Local Economic Development (LED) Backstopping Workshop aimed at building resilient enterprises within the city.

The Swedish Embassy through Gender links is funding the Masvingo Flora project in Masvingo which is women-led promoting poverty alleviation by empowering 50%women, 30% youth and 20% men.

The two-day workshop is focusing on empowering entrepreneurs with the necessary tools to strengthen their governance structures, improve financial systems, and ensure long-term sustainability.

Participants, mainly women-led cooperatives were equipped with knowledge on enterprise resilience, leadership, compliance, business continuity, and accountability.

City officials commended the initiative, highlighting the importance of structured economic entities in contributing to local development, employment creation, and poverty reduction.

Gender Links reiterated their commitment to supporting inclusive growth and empowering communities through strategic partnerships.

The workshop is part of an ongoing program to support informal businesses in formalising operations and enhancing their contribution to the city’s economic development agenda.

The District Development Coordinator graced the workshop in support of local economic development in Masvingo

City of Masvingo has officially launched the Mayor’s Christmas Cheer Fund, marking the beginning of a heartfelt initiative aimed at bringing joy and relief to vulnerable members of the community during the festive season.

His Worship the Mayor, Cllr Aleck Tabe emphasized the importance of unity, compassion, and community support during the online launch.

The Fund seeks donations in cash or kind to provide food hampers, clothing, and other essentials to the elderly, orphans, people with disabilities, and underprivileged families.

The Mayor encouraged local businesses, NGOs, and individuals to partner with council in making a tangible difference this festive season.

“Let us stand together in the spirit of Ubuntu and give hope where it is needed most,” he said.

Fundraising activities include, swimming gala at Junior High School on the 18th of October 2025 at 9:00 am, Half Marathon on the 1st of November 2025 from Civic Centre Gardens at 6:am, Golf Tournament on the 21st of November 2025 at Masvingo Golf Club at 9:00 am, Mayor’s Cup Challenge, date to be announced and dinner, date and venue to be announced.

Contributions to the Mayor’s Christmas Cheer Fund can be submitted at the City of Masvingo offices or through official banking details below:

Account Name: ZB Bank

Branch : Masvingo

ZWL Account: 4407-094505-200

USD Account: 4407-0945505-405

City of Masvingo is proud to announce the successful completion of the maternity wing construction project at Runyararo Clinic.

This milestone marks a significant step in the Council’s ongoing efforts to improve maternal and child healthcare services in line with its service delivery mandate.

The newly completed maternity wing shall be fully equipped with:

– Delivery beds and post-natal care facilities

– A waiting area for expecting mothers

– Clean water supply and improved sanitation

– Medical equipment to support safe deliveries

Impact:

This development is expected to:

– Improve access to safe delivery services

– Reduce maternal and infant mortality rates

– Ease pressure on referral hospitals

– Promote institutional deliveries within the community

Council commits to provision of quality health service delivery for all.

The City of Masvingo has commenced a comprehensive road rehabilitation exercise aimed at improving accessibility and safety in residential areas. The program, which includes regravelling of key feeder roads, is part of Council’s ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery and infrastructure development.

Maintaining road infrastructure is key in ensuring smooth mobility for residents, emergency services, and refuse collection.

This regravelling program is in line with Council’s commitment to responsive service delivery. The program under ERRP2 is targeting roads that have deteriorated due to rains and increased traffic.

Residents in in Runyararo West and Hillside have welcomed the development, expressing gratitude to the Council’s commitment to excellent service delivery.

The road rehabilitation exercise is being implemented using ERRP2 resources and forms part of the Council’s broader infrastructure improvement plan.

Members of the public are urged to bring both dogs and cats for vaccination. All unvaccinated dogs or cats will be shot during a Dog-Tie-Up-Order which will be carried out after the vaccination program.

The cost for vaccination is be 1 USD or Zig equivalent at bank rate per dog or cat.

Date Place Time

06/10/202 Jazire 9am-3pm

‘’ Tirivanhu 9am-3pm

‘’ Dunira 9am-3pm

‘’ Gomba 9am-3pm

‘’ Gwanongodza 9am-3pm

‘’ Chikuru 9 am – 3 pm

‘’ Mundondo 9am – 3pm

‘’ Simon Mazorodze Light Industry 9am -3pm

07/10/2025 Hillside 9am-3pm

‘’ Majange b /c 9am-3pm

‘’ Pangolin b/c 9am-3pm

‘’ Aphiri Fairway Bottle STORE 9am-3pm

‘’ Manhede 9am-3pm

‘’ Yeukai B/C 9am -3pm

‘’ San Siro 9am -3pm

08/10/2025 Mucheke municipality office 9am-3pm

‘’ Zbs shops 9ami-3pm

‘’ Target kopje B/c 9am-3pm

‘’ Mucheke light industry 9am-3am

‘’ Sisk shopping centre 9am-3pm

‘’ Mustafa shops 9am-3pm

‘’ Mucheke Hall 9am-3pm

09/10/2025 Rukeko C -Mususu 9am-3pm

Clipsham Carwash/Wimpy 9am-3pm

Rujeko C – Shops 9am -3pm

‘’ Mutsetse- Morningside 9am-3pm

‘’ Rujeko A Admin 9am-3pm

‘’ Muchecheni bus stop 9am-3pm

Rujeko B Shops 9AM -3pm

10/10/2025 Remand Prison-Rhodene 9am-3pm

‘’ Masvingo Showground 9am-3pm

‘’ Glentor Bus stop /Diyo B/C (Cloverly) 9am-3pm

‘’ Eastvale B/C (Aminas) 9am-3pm

‘’ Rhodene swimming pool 9am-3pm

Bulawayo turnoff 9am-3pm

Enquiries: Veterinary Services: 0777810835; 0773044012; 0718617664

City Health: 0773421389; 0713869223

The City of Masvingo is rolling out a staff wellness program every Wednesday designed to promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all Council employees.

The initiative aligns with Council’s commitment to fostering a healthy, motivated, and productive workforce.

Objectives of the Program:

– To improve employee health and reduce work-related stress.

– To increase productivity and job satisfaction.

– To reduce absenteeism and improve morale.

– To encourage a healthy work-life balance.

Key Components:

1. Health Screenings & Medical Check-Ups

Regular onsite health checks (BP, sugar levels, cholesterol, etc.)

2. Fitness & Sports

– Weekly fitness and sporting activities (soccer, netball, volleyball, chess, snooker, golf and tennis).

3. Mental Health Support

– Counselling sessions and stress management at all Council Clinics by a qualified mental health nurse.

Visit any city clinic this October for information on breast self examination

Service is absolutely FREE!!!!!

Early detection saves lives. Protect your health by:

Prevention: Maintain a healthy lifestyle, eat balanced meals, exercise regularly, limit alcohol, and avoid smoking.

Warning Signs: Look out for lumps, nipple discharge, skin dimpling, breast pain, or changes in size/shape.

Self-Examination: Once a month, use your hands to feel both breasts and armpits in circular motions. Check for lumps or unusual changes in front of a mirror.

If you notice any changes, seek medical advice promptly at any nearest health facility

Council today joined the province in the drive against drug and substance abuse with a march for safer communities from Chesvingo Business Centre (Sisk), through Mucheke Shopping Centre (rank) enroute to Mucheke Stadium.

The march was organised by Masvingo Province Drug and Substance Abuse Committee through its Demand Reduction Pillar led by the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training.

Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon E. R Chadzamira was the guest of honour and addressed the gathering.

His Worship, the Mayor of City of Masvingo, Cllr Aleck Tabe gave a presentation on the strides being made by Council in the fight against drug and substance abuse.