Staff Reporter

Youth in Chitungwiza Ward 7 have stepped up to the plate, intervening on behalf of the local council, by participating in Government transformative initiatives.

District Ward 7 Chairperson, Hardlife Makuku, in an interview with this publication, highlighted the transformative initiatives undertaken by the youths which included the conversion of a neglected rubbish dumpsite along Ingwe Drive at Zengeza 5 Bar into functional market stalls.

Makuku emphasized that this action was a response to the council’s failure to fulfill its obligation of waste collection, demonstrating the youths’ commitment to improving their immediate environment.

“We converted a rubbish dumpsite, along Ingwe Drive at Zengeza 5 Bar, into market stalls after council neglected its obligation to collect waste,” Makuku stated firmly, underscoring the grassroots nature of their intervention.

Moreover, the youths in Ward 7 actively participated in the Government’s waste management initiative, Operation Chenesa. They organized a comprehensive cleanup campaign around the urban area, filling the void left by the council’s inability to meet its commitments.

Makuku reiterated the youth’s dedication to maintain a clean and healthy living environment for the community.

“We also joined the Government intervention on waste management, called Operation Chenesa, by holding a cleanup campaign around the urban area since council was failing to hold the end of their bargain,” Makuku added, shedding light on the collaborative efforts between the youths and the Government.

Meanwhile, inanticipation of the by-elections, the youths were not only proactive in addressing environmental concerns but also received support for economic empowerment.

Makuku revealed that ahead of 3 February each youth in Ward 7 received 10 chicks, fostering a sense of entrepreneurship and aligning with the Second Republic’s vision of empowering the youth.