Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trusts

14/06/2026

*ZNOART STATEMENT ON THE CHITUNGWIZA SEWER AND WATER CRISIS*

14 June 2026

The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) notes with grave concern the continued sewer and water crisis affecting residents in Chitungwiza.

It is becoming increasingly clear that the sewage and water challenges are far from being resolved. Reports being received daily from residents across various parts of Chitungwiza indicate that sewer blockages, raw sewage overflows, and water supply disruptions remain widespread and continue to pose serious public health and environmental risks.

As an organisation representing residents and residents' associations, ZNOART believes that the local authority must urgently intensify efforts to address the ongoing crisis. Residents deserve access to clean water, proper sanitation, and a healthy living environment.

The current situation is unacceptable for a dormitory town of Chitungwiza's size and importance. Failure to adequately address these challenges exposes residents to disease outbreaks, environmental degradation, and unnecessary suffering.

In response to the growing concerns, ZNOART will be conducting visits to affected households and communities across Chitungwiza to assess the extent of the crisis and gather firsthand information from residents.

Following these assessments, the ZNOART National Chairman will convene a press conference to present the organisation's findings and outline recommendations aimed at resolving the sewer and water crisis.

ZNOART remains committed to advocating for improved service delivery, accountability, and the protection of residents' rights.

Be guided accordingly.

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Shepherd Shalvar Chikomba ZNOART National Chairman 0772882545

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*ABOUT ZNOART*
_The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) is an apex body representing residents and residents' associations throughout Zimbabwe. The organisation advocates for improved service delivery, community development, infrastructure development, environmental protection and waste management, healthcare, gender and social welfare, transparency and accountability, as well as the fight against drug and substance abuse._
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🚨 ZNOART CALLS FOR CLARITY ON HARARE DEMOLITION NOTICES

The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) has received numerous concerns from residents across Harare regarding demolition notices issued in various suburbs and settlements.

Thousands of families are now seeking answers about the future of their homes, businesses and investments.

ZNOART is calling upon the City of Harare and relevant authorities to provide clear answers on:

✅ The status of demolition notices already issued
✅ Areas and structures earmarked for demolition
✅ Criteria used to determine illegal structures
✅ Protection of innocent homebuyers and residents
✅ Opportunities for appeals or regularisation
✅ Government's position and ongoing consultations
✅ Timelines for decisions and enforcement actions
✅ Support for vulnerable households

While protecting public land and the environment is important, residents' rights, dignity and welfare must also be protected.

ZNOART urges authorities to engage openly with residents and convene an urgent stakeholder meeting involving Government, the City of Harare, residents' associations, affected communities, housing cooperatives and civil society organisations.

Residents deserve transparency, accountability and meaningful engagement.



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Ministry of Local Government and Public Works
ZBC News Online
Zimbabwe Republic Police - ZRP
Open Council
John Basera
The City of Harare
Rory Studios News

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

The City of Harare officials today met representatives of residents associations to discuss ways of working together to improve service delivery for residents.

Acting Town Clerk Advocate Warren S. Chiwawa and Harare Mayor Councillor Jacob Mafume led the City of Harare officials while the residents were represented by Harare Residents’ Trust director, Precious Shumba, the Combined Harare Residents Trust Director Reuben Akili, the Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust National Chairman , Shalvar Chikomba.

The parties agreed to come up with a Memorandum Of Understanding which will guide the new positive working relationship between residents and the City of Harare.

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John Basera
The City of Harare
ZBC News Online
Rory Studios News
Hon Shalvar Chikomba
Shalvar Chikomba

25/05/2026

*ZNOART AFRICA DAY STATEMENT 2026*

Theme: *Service Delivery, Water, Sanitation and the Future of African Communities*

The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) joins millions of Africans in commemorating Africa Day 2026, a day that reminds us of our shared responsibility to build a prosperous, united, and developed Africa.

This year’s African Union theme on sustainable water availability and safe sanitation systems speaks directly to the daily struggles faced by ordinary residents in Zimbabwe and across Africa. Access to clean water, proper sanitation, refuse collection, functioning sewer systems, quality roads, and reliable public services remains a major challenge in many urban and rural communities.

As residents’ representatives and community advocates, we believe that true African liberation and development cannot be achieved while citizens continue to suffer from poor service delivery, sewer bursts, water shortages, disease outbreaks, corruption, and collapsing public infrastructure.

ZNOART notes the importance of placing water at the centre of Africa’s development agenda. Water security and sanitation are not luxuries; they are basic human rights and foundations for economic growth, public health, food security, and human dignity.

However, while policies and speeches are important, communities now demand action, accountability, and implementation. Residents across Zimbabwe continue to face serious challenges, including:

- Persistent sewer bursts and environmental pollution;
- Inconsistent water supply and unsafe drinking water;
- Poor waste management and uncollected refuse;
- Corruption and maladministration within local authorities;
- Lack of transparency in public service delivery systems;
- Poor urban planning and infrastructure decay.

Africa Day must therefore be a day of reflection and action. As ZNOART, we call upon:

- Local authorities to prioritise service delivery and respond urgently to residents’ concerns;
- Government institutions to strengthen accountability and fight corruption affecting communities;
- African leaders to invest in water infrastructure, sanitation systems, and sustainable urban development;
- Communities and residents to actively participate in protecting public infrastructure and demanding transparency;
- Young people to champion innovation, environmental stewardship, and community development.

Zimbabwe and Africa cannot achieve Agenda 2063 while communities are overwhelmed by sewer crises, unsafe water, disease outbreaks, and poor governance. Sustainable development begins with functioning local authorities, responsible leadership, and active citizen participation.

As we celebrate Africa Day, ZNOART reaffirms its commitment to advocating for residents’ rights, social justice, transparency, accountability, and improved service delivery for all communities.

Together, we can build an Africa where every resident has access to clean water, safe sanitation, dignified living conditions, and accountable leadership.

Residents, Happy Africa Day.

*Issued by:*
_Shepherd Shalvar Chikomba_
National Chairman
```Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART)```

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*ABOUT ZNOART*
_The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) is an apex body representing residents and associations across Zimbabwe. Our focus and thrust include service delivery, community development, infrastructure development, environmental and waste management, healthcare, transparency and accountability, gender and social welfare, as well as combating drug and substance abuse._
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Hon Shalvar Chikomba
ZBC News Online

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21/05/2026

🛑 *CHITUNGWIZA SEWER & LAND INVASION CRISIS*

The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) is gathering information from residents concerning the worsening sewer crisis and illegal land invasions across Chitungwiza.

_Residents, what is the situation in your area?_

🛑*Report On This Platform* :
• Sewer bursts and blocked sewer lines
• Areas heavily affected by raw sewage
• Illegal land invasions and settlements
• Open spaces and wetlands that have been occupied
• Areas where infrastructure has collapsed

🛑*Please Send On This Platform :*
• Pictures and videos
• Exact locations/area names
• Brief descriptions of the problem

This information is very important so that the relevant authorities and council can take action accordingly.

Together we will build a better Chitungwiza Town through accountability, proper service delivery, environmental protection and responsible development.

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_Shepherd Shalvar Chikomba_
```ZNOART NATIONAL CHAIRMAN```
0772882545

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Ministry of Local Government and Public Works
Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa
Parliamentof Zimbabwe
Rory Studios
Open Council
Hon Shalvar Chikomba
John Basera
First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa
Municipality of Chitungwiza
*ABOUT ZNOART*
_The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) is an apex body representing residents and associations in Zimbabwe. Our focus includes service delivery, community development, infrastructure development, environmental management, waste management, healthcare, gender and social welfare, transparency and accountability, as well as fighting drug and substance abuse._

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ZBC News Online
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