Mbare roads get a refresh for new urban era

Masimba Holdings has started fixing several important roads in Mbare, Harare. The company works on multiple stretches, including the Rotten Row to Cripps Road intersection, Remembrance Drive from Mupedzanhamo to Ardbennie, and sections near Old Mbare Musika Rank. They're also tackling Mbare Road from Engen to the main market—an area traders complained about. The repairs connect Chaminuka from Tsiga, past Rufaro Stadium, to Remembrance Drive.

This forms part of the Government's urban renewal plan for areas like Mbare. Engineer Tanyaradzwa Gunzve pointed out that Mbare was built in 1942 during Queen Victoria's visit but has never been upgraded since. The larger project aims to improve both road networks and sewer systems throughout the suburb. Mbare Matapi faces constant sewer blockages because the flats once housed single migrant workers but currently accommodate entire families.

The next phase will upgrade sewer lines and water systems to create better trading conditions and prevent cholera outbreaks. Officials want to preserve Zimbabwean cultural heritage within Mbare because of its historical significance. According to Engineer Gunzve, all road works should finish within a week.
 

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