Story by Courage Bushe
THE construction of Makwasha Polyclinic by the Zvishavane Town Council through devolution funds is at an advanced stage, highlighting the Second Republic’s commitment to bringing health services closer to the people.
Despite being endowed with vast mineral deposits, Zvishavane has for years suffered stunted growth owing to limited investment in infrastructure.
However, the devolution programme, which commenced with the advent of the Second Republic, is proving to be a blessing for the previously overlooked district, with various projects now benefiting locals — among them, the construction of Makwasha Polyclinic, which is set for completion in December.
“This new clinic is close, and we can easily walk there even in the middle of the night. No one will have an excuse for having a dangerous home delivery,” a Zvishavane resident said.
“We are happy that once this clinic starts operating, we will see fewer of these avoidable deaths as people will be getting help nearby and receiving treatment quickly,” another added.
“Not only are we getting a clinic close to our homes, but we also got jobs here and are now economically independent. Since I started working here, I have learnt how to construct a building, paint, and use different machines, all things I had no idea about before,” a resident noted.
The local authority has expressed appreciation to the Second Republic for availing devolution funds, which are transforming the district.
“The availability of this clinic has come with huge benefits, among them easy access to health care services. This will certainly improve the well-being of our people, and we thank the government for this initiative through devolution funds,” Zvishavane Town Council Acting Secretary, Mr Maxwell Mugandani, said.
Devolution funds have transformed the health sector, with new clinics being constructed in several districts across the country, as the Second Republic steps up its inclusive development philosophy of leaving no one and no place behind.
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