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The Mutare City Council is grappling with a severe land shortage, as the demand for residential stands continues to soar among residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Noel Mushangwe, the Council’s Deputy Director for Housing, the Council has exhausted its available land reserves, leaving only state land for potential allocation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We have a challenge in terms of land availability,” Mushangwe said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Private owners control the remaining land, which falls outside our jurisdiction.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The council is committed to transparency in land allocation processes, adhering to the Urban Councils Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We follow the Urban Council’s Act section 152 that clearly spells out what council should do in terms of parcelling out stands,” Mushangwe explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To address the shortage, the council is seeking new land for residential development and improving infrastructure and services in existing neighborhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“It is not just about providing land; we also need to ensure that the necessary infrastructure is in place to support our growing population,” Mushangwe said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Residents have applauded the council’s improved service delivery, noting consistent clean water supply, efficient refuse collection, and the acquisition of utility vehicles and equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We are thrilled to see the positive changes in our community,” said Alliya Marange. “The council’s efforts to provide basic services have not gone unnoticed.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mutare Deputy Mayor John Nyamhoka emphasized the importance of collaborative engagement between the council and residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“By working together, the council can better understand the needs and concerns of the community, ensuring that services are tailored to meet those needs,” he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Effective communication is key to successful service delivery.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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