The government announced that infrastructure rehabilitation in Bulawayo's Cowdray Park Hlalani Kuhle suburb will begin in January 2026. Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube stated the Kwangu/Ngakwami Presidential Title Deeds Programme would fund the project, focusing on roads, water, and sewer systems. He explained that the government acts as guarantor for the privately financed initiative.
This area, originally a fast-track housing program started in 2005, was developed without essential amenities. The City of Bulawayo inherited over 15,000 households lacking full services, leading to challenges like seasonal flooding. While the council has made progress, including providing most homes with potable water, extensive work remains.
Minister Ncube confirmed that resolving these infrastructure issues is a necessary step before residents can receive title deeds. He assured residents that earth-moving equipment would be on site for the construction, with homeowners making flexible payments for the services.
This area, originally a fast-track housing program started in 2005, was developed without essential amenities. The City of Bulawayo inherited over 15,000 households lacking full services, leading to challenges like seasonal flooding. While the council has made progress, including providing most homes with potable water, extensive work remains.
Minister Ncube confirmed that resolving these infrastructure issues is a necessary step before residents can receive title deeds. He assured residents that earth-moving equipment would be on site for the construction, with homeowners making flexible payments for the services.
