City of Masvingo in partnership with Dialogue on Shelter Trust Holds Seminar on Land Tenure: Experiences and future directions

The City of Masvingo in conjunction with the Dialogue on Shelter Trust successfully hosted a seminar on land tenure on the 15th of May at Great Zimbabwe University campus bringing together key stakeholders to reflect on land administration experiences and map out strategic directions for the future.

The seminar provided a platform for urban planners, legal experts, Council representatives, landowners, and community representatives to share insights on tenure security, land allocation procedures in Masvingo city, and development control within the city.

Understanding land tenure is crucial for inclusive development. This seminar helped participants to understand property rights, cession, how to acquire property in Masvingo, title deeds procedure among many other issues discussed.

Topics covered included:

– Legal frameworks governing land rights

– Legal Processes in Securing Tenure

– Conflict Resolution on Lease and Rentals

– Steps in Securing Tenure in Masvingo

By emphasizing secure land tenure,the forum sought to underscore its vital role in fostering sustainable urban development and enhancing the living standards of those residing in informal settlements.

The seminar provided a platform for diverse stakeholders to share their experiences, best practices, and innovative solutions to land tenure issues, aiming to create a more equitable and secure urban environment.

The seminar concluded with recommendations on strengthening sensitization programs to raise awareness on land tenure issues.