Sharon Chikowore
CHINHOYI — Infrastructure improvements carried out in Chinhoyi and at Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT) ahead of the 23rd Zanu-PF National People’s Conference are expected to provide lasting benefits to communities beyond the gathering.
Speaking during the official welcome at CUT, Mashonaland West Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Marian Chombo said upgrades to roads, water reticulation, student accommodation, and other university facilities would serve as a lasting legacy of the historic event.
She said hosting the conference provided Mashonaland West with an opportunity to accelerate improvements to public infrastructure while showcasing the province’s development potential.
“The improvements carried out in Chinhoyi and at this university, including work on roads, water reticulation, student accommodation, and other facilities, will benefit our communities long after the conference has ended,” she said.
“They will remain legacy projects in honor of the 23rd Zanu-PF National People’s Conference.”
Minister Chombo thanked President Mnangagwa and the ruling party leadership for entrusting Mashonaland West with the responsibility of hosting the national gathering, which brought together party leaders, delegates, and other guests.
She also acknowledged the contributions of government, local authorities, public institutions, the private sector, and communities in preparing for the conference.
The minister singled out Geo Pomona Waste Management Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chairman Dr. Dilesh Nguwaya for supporting efforts to improve cleanliness in Chinhoyi ahead of the event.
She said that over the past two months, the company deployed vehicles for door-to-door waste collection and provided waste receptacles throughout the city.
She said the initiative strengthened preparations for the conference while laying the groundwork for sustained improvements in waste management, public health, and environmental protection.
“This is development in action: cleaner surroundings, protected public health, and responsible environmental stewardship,” she said.
Minister Chombo said Mashonaland West remains an important contributor to Zimbabwe’s development, with its productive agricultural sector, mineral resources, growing industries, and tourism potential.
She said the province remains committed to the national vision of attaining upper middle-income economy status by 2030.
The conference is being held under the theme: “From Resolutions to Results: Consolidating Economic Development and Deepening Economic Empowerment Towards Vision 2030.”
Minister Chombo expressed hope that delegates’ deliberations would produce resolutions to advance national development and improve the livelihoods of ordinary Zimbabweans.
She urged delegates and visitors to experience the hospitality, culture, and resilience of the people of Mashonaland West as the province hosts the country’s ruling party leadership.
