NewsBy Nigel PfundeMAZOWE — The National Presidential Rivers Rehabilitation Programme has commenced full scale operations in Mazowe District with desilting works underway at Murodzi River,Express Mail Zim can report.This is part of the first phase of a nationwide effort to restore rivers degraded by illegal mining and streambank cultivation.The pilot project is being implemented by Prevail International Group which has begun clearing accumulated silt to restore natural water flow and improve water retention along the river system.The programme is being spearheaded by Presidential Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara and is aimed at rehabilitating damaged ecosystems, improving water availability for agriculture and mitigating environmental risks in mining affected communities.Officials said the initiative will also generate employment opportunities for local residents as rehabilitation works expand to other rivers across the district and countrywide.Local residents have welcomed the intervention, saying the desilting works are already showing positive impact.“We have watched this river choke with sand over the years but the work being done by Prevail is restoring hope,” said Tawanda Moyo, a Mazowe villager.“Once the water starts flowing properly again, our gardens and livestock will benefit.”Another resident Memory Chiweshe, said the rehabilitation marked a turning point for communities affected by illegal mining activities.“Prevail Group has brought machinery and expertise that we have never seen before in this area,” she said.She added:“This is serious work that shows government is committed to fixing what was destroyed.”Local farmer Blessing Dube said the project would strengthen agricultural productivity in the district.“With rivers rehabilitated, irrigation becomes possible again,” he said.“We commend Prevail International Group for executing this programme professionally and on time.”Authorities said the rivers rehabilitation programme complements other Presidential initiatives including the Borehole Drilling Scheme and the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme, which are collectively aimed at improving rural livelihoods and strengthening critical infrastructure.Prevail International Group officials confirmed that additional rivers in Mazowe District are scheduled for rehabilitation as the programme scales up in the coming months.Leave a ReplyCancel reply NewsBy Nigel PfundeMAZOWE — The National Presidential Rivers Rehabilitation Programme has commenced full scale operations in Mazowe District with desilting works underway at Murodzi River,Express Mail Zim can report.This is part of the first phase of a nationwide effort to restore rivers degraded by illegal mining and streambank cultivation.The pilot project is being implemented by Prevail International Group which has begun clearing accumulated silt to restore natural water flow and improve water retention along the river system.The programme is being spearheaded by Presidential Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara and is aimed at rehabilitating damaged ecosystems, improving water availability for agriculture and mitigating environmental risks in mining affected communities.Officials said the initiative will also generate employment opportunities for local residents as rehabilitation works expand to other rivers across the district and countrywide.Local residents have welcomed the intervention, saying the desilting works are already showing positive impact.“We have watched this river choke with sand over the years but the work being done by Prevail is restoring hope,” said Tawanda Moyo, a Mazowe villager.“Once the water starts flowing properly again, our gardens and livestock will benefit.”Another resident Memory Chiweshe, said the rehabilitation marked a turning point for communities affected by illegal mining activities.“Prevail Group has brought machinery and expertise that we have never seen before in this area,” she said.She added:“This is serious work that shows government is committed to fixing what was destroyed.”Local farmer Blessing Dube said the project would strengthen agricultural productivity in the district.“With rivers rehabilitated, irrigation becomes possible again,” he said.“We commend Prevail International Group for executing this programme professionally and on time.”Authorities said the rivers rehabilitation programme complements other Presidential initiatives including the Borehole Drilling Scheme and the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme, which are collectively aimed at improving rural livelihoods and strengthening critical infrastructure.Prevail International Group officials confirmed that additional rivers in Mazowe District are scheduled for rehabilitation as the programme scales up in the coming months. MAZOWE — The National Presidential Rivers Rehabilitation Programme has commenced full scale operations in Mazowe District with desilting works underway at Murodzi River,Express Mail Zim can report. This is part of the first phase of a nationwide effort to restore rivers degraded by illegal mining and streambank cultivation.
The pilot project is being implemented by Prevail International Group which has begun clearing accumulated silt to restore natural water flow and improve water retention along the river system. The programme is being spearheaded by Presidential Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara and is aimed at rehabilitating damaged ecosystems, improving water availability for agriculture and mitigating environmental risks in mining affected communities. Officials said the initiative will also generate employment opportunities for local residents as rehabilitation works expand to other rivers across the district and countrywide.
Local residents have welcomed the intervention, saying the desilting works are already showing positive impact. “We have watched this river choke with sand over the years but the work being done by Prevail is restoring hope,” said Tawanda Moyo, a Mazowe villager. “Once the water starts flowing properly again, our gardens and livestock will benefit.” Another resident Memory Chiweshe, said the rehabilitation marked a turning point for communities affected by illegal mining activities.“Prevail Group has brought machinery and expertise that we have never seen before in this area,” she said.
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