In a strong demonstration of cooperation and shared commitment to sustainable water resources management, the Upper Manyame Sub-Catchment Council officially handed two motorbikes to the Nyaodza Sub-Catchment Council. The handover ceremony marked an important milestone in ongoing efforts to strengthen operational capacity across Sub-Catchment councils in Zimbabwe.
Speaking at the event, Vice Chairperson Cde, Endy Mhlanga, highlighted the importance of unity and collaboration within the water sector. He noted that although each Sub-Catchment Council serves a specific area, all Councils are collectively working toward the same goal of ensuring the sustainable use, protection, and management of the nation’s water resources.
“As Upper Manyame Sub-Catchment Council, we firmly believe in working together and supporting one another where we can,” Cde. Mhlanga said.
“Fieldwork is challenging and reliable transport is essential for effective operations. This donation is our way of showing solidarity as we all strive to improve water resources management across the country. We are one family in the water sector, and when we support each other, we grow together.”
The donated motorbikes are expected to provide a significant boost to Nyaodza Sub-Catchment Council’s field operations. With vast and sometimes inaccessible areas to cover, Nyaodza field officers often face challenges related to mobility. The improved transport capacity will enable them to conduct monitoring, inspections, compliance checks, and stakeholder engagements more efficiently and consistently.
Representatives from Nyaodza Sub-Catchment Council expressed deep appreciation for the support, noting that the donation would directly enhance their ability to protect and manage water resources within their catchment, ensuring that the assistance translates into measurable improvements in service delivery. The ceremony also reinforced the critical role of partnerships in confronting the growing challenges facing water governance. Strengthening institutional cooperation, as demonstrated through this handover, is essential for building resilience and ensuring sustainable water management.
Cde. Mhlanga reaffirmed Upper Manyame Sub-Catchment Council’s ongoing dedication to collaborating with sister councils and other stakeholders in advancing Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) principles. He emphasized that the strength of Zimbabwe’s water governance framework lies in its collective commitment to supporting each other, sharing resources and working toward common goals.