Hwange’s Empumalanga residents demand water supply after 8 months without ZINWA service
Ratidzai Matumbura
Hwange-In Empumalanga Township’s Phase 4, residents are facing a dire situation after enduring eight long months without water.
This community has experienced similar crises before, previously left dry for five months due to disconnections over unpaid debts.
Now, united in frustration, residents are peacefully demonstrating outside the Hwange offices of the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (ZINWA). For them, this fight is not just about convenience; it’s about health, dignity, and the well-being of their families.
“We can’t keep living like this,” said one resident, capturing the feelings of many. “Water is life, and we deserve better.”
In response to the urgent pleas, ZINWA officials have promised reconnection within 30 minutes. However, this assurance was given behind closed doors, leaving many skeptical about when their water supply will actually be restored.
As families await the return of their water, their determination highlights a broader issue of inadequate access to essential resources faced by communities across the region. The resilience of Empumalanga Township serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of clean water in daily life.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
