Villagers in Singwambizi, Insiza District, under Chief Mafu, are calling for financial support to desilt their community dam, which has run dry for the first time since its construction in 1960.
The dam, a vital resource for agriculture, livestock, and daily community needs, has been a cornerstone of local development.
Thabani Tshuma, Chairperson of the Community Development Committee, said the dam is an asset for the community.
“This dam has been an asset to our community, supporting agricultural productivity and providing water for livestock and residents. It has never dried up since it was built in 1960. Unfortunately, this year, it has completely run dry due to siltation,” Tshuma explained.
In response to the crisis, villagers have resorted to digging a well in the middle of the dried-up dam to access underground water.
“As a community, we assessed the situation and identified siltation as the primary cause of the dam’s dryness,” Tshuma said. “We convened to discuss possible solutions and decided to seek external funding while also contributing locally toward the dam’s rehabilitation.”
Tshuma revealed that a contractor had been engaged to desilt the dam and provided a quotation for the project. However, funds are needed to commence the work.
Those willing to support this community initiative can use the following details:
- Account Name: Thabani Tshuma
- Account Number: 23073542243
- Account Type: Nostro
- Bank Name: First Capital Bank
- Bank Address: JMN Nkomo Street
The villagers hope the project will restore their dam’s functionality and safeguard their livelihoods.
