By Tizaona Mulenga
The Kasama Municipal Council has embarked on a massive infrastructure project to grade and gravel 30 kilometres of township roads.
Speaking in a telephone interview with ZANIS Kasama Municipal Council Assistant Public Relations Manager Charity Chaiwila, she said the project is a significant milestone in the local authority’s efforts to improve the lives of people.
She indicated that the local authority is committed to providing quality infrastructure to the people of Kasama, stating that this undertaking is a testament to our dedication.”
Ms Chaiwila disclosed that the project will be implemented by the council’s engineering department using the newly acquired earth-moving equipment.
She stated that the project is expected to be ongoing and is aimed at improving the road network in the area.
She said the local authority has since disclosed that it has finished the first stage of grading the road leading to the industrial yard.
“We have finished the first stage of grading the CEEC road, and we are now awaiting compaction, and we have moved on to grade the Musenga mini hospital road.” she said
Ms Chaiwila noted that the roads, which had been in a state of disrepair for years, have posed a significant challenge to motorists and pedestrians.
“We are committed to providing quality infrastructure to our residents, and this project is a testament to our dedication to improving the lives of our people”, she said.
Meanwhile, Ms. Chaiwila disclosed that the local authority plans to open up roads in the P47 area, where plots were sold to residents.
She said the move is expected to improve access to the area and enhance the value of the properties.
Ms Chaiwila said that the opening up of roads in P47 will be a significant development for the area and will unlock the full potential of the plots.
“We are committed to ensuring that our residents have access to quality infrastructure, and this project is a symbol of that commitment“, she said.
She has since appealed to residents to cooperate with the contractor and council officials during the project.
“We urge residents to bear with us as we work to improve the roads and to report any issues or concerns they may have to our offices. The project is part of the council’s broader plan to improve infrastructure in the town” she said.
And some Kasama residents have welcomed the project, expressing relief that the long-neglected roads are finally being worked on.
Musonda Mulenga commended the local authority for embarking on such projects.
“This is a major relief for us, as the roads have been in a terrible state for a long time. We are grateful to the council and the government for this project, which will greatly improve our lives.” Mulenga said
The Kasama Municipal Council recently procured and commissioned earth moving equipment, which was procured using the Constituency Development Fund (CDF).
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