Residents of Njube and Old Lobengula in Bulawayo are finally seeing some relief from the city’s deepening water crisis, which has forced many families in high-density suburbs to travel long distances for clean water during prolonged shortages.
A solarised borehole, funded through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) at a cost of ZiG 440 000, was officially handed over on Friday in a ceremony attended by community leaders and education officials.
Prince Dube, Member of Parliament for the area, which covers Entumbane Ward 10, Njube Ward 12, and part of Lobengula, said improving access to water was the constituency’s top development priority.
“In terms of development, our main focus through the Constituency Development Fund is the needs of the people, and water is a key issue,” Dube said. “Bulawayo is a dry city, so our first step was to replace old borehole equipment with modern technology. Water should be available for everyone.”
He urged the community to safeguard the new borehole to ensure it continues to serve residents for years to come.
“We hope the people use and protect this solarised borehole. Any incidents of vandalism should be reported so we can address them promptly. Development is immediate with the CDF because we, including the senator and councillors, are directly involved in identifying and responding to local needs,” he added.
Dube also highlighted that the CDF supports local development projects using domestic resources.
“The CDF funds come in our local currency and focus on home-grown development, showing that we are building using our own resources rather than importing from outside,” he said.
Proportional Representation Councillor Siboniso Moyo welcomed the new facility, noting the relief it has brought to residents, particularly women.
“It used to be very difficult to access water, often requiring long trips, especially for women,” Moyo said. “Now it is much easier. The solarised borehole has been a huge help to our community, improving access to clean water for everyone.”
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