Story by Elroi Ngara
HARARE – IN a move aimed at strengthening grassroots service delivery, the Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development has handed over 15 vehicles to District Development Officers across the country.
The handover, which comes as part of government’s ongoing commitment to inclusive development, is expected to significantly enhance the officers’ mobility, enabling them to access remote and underserved areas more efficiently.
Fiona Ndlovu, Business Development Officer for Bubi District, expressed gratitude, highlighting the operational relief the vehicles bring.
“I am truly grateful for this vehicle, which will empower our district. We will now be able to reach remote areas. This initiative aligns perfectly with the ministry’s mandate of empowering women, communities and small enterprises,” she said.
Her sentiments were echoed by Joseph Mabunda, Business and Cooperative Development Officer for Insiza District.
“We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the ministry. This vehicle will greatly enhance our ability to serve the community, especially in hard-to-reach locations. We believe this support will drive positive transformation,” he said.
Patricia Machivenyika, Development Officer for Mazowe District, added that the vehicle will go a long way in improving service delivery and response time.
“This is a game-changer for our district. We are now better positioned to serve our people effectively and efficiently,” she said.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, the Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Senator Monica Mutsvangwa, said the initiative is part of a broader effort to address key societal challenges and uplift communities.
“We continue to work towards development, we have been focusing on taking our services to the ward level. We have provided development officers, and today, we have handed over 15 cars to our district development officers. The idea is to make them mobile, enabling them to reach every corner of our districts. We aim to tackle pressing issues like child marriages and gender-based violence. As a society, we’re committed to creating a better future for our citizens. With these cars, our officers will be able to navigate challenging terrains and reach remote areas, providing essential services to women, youth, and small-scale entrepreneurs,” she said.
Senator Mutsvangwa reaffirmed government’s dedication to creating sustainable livelihoods under the Second Republic, aligned with the national Vision 2030 agenda.
