Government and the Germany Technical Cooperation to Zambia (GTZ) have embarked on the rehabilitation of key feeder roads in all the eleven districts of Southern province.
Provincial Minister, Daniel Munkombwe said a total of 1,600 kilometres would be worked on this year at the cost of about K54.6 billion.
Mr. Munkombwe said the tender processes for the huge project are expected to be completed by June this year.
He said successful contractors will also be sent to all the districts to immediately commence work.
The minister, who was speaking when he installed Mazabuka mayor elect, Shaderick Mwiinga and his deputy Richard Malambo, further informed councillors that government will, through the rural development fund, repair a total of 600 kilometres in all the three constituencies of Mazabuka district.
He said a grader, front end loader and other equipment have since been sent to Mazabuka for the project.
Mr. Munkombwe also urged councillors and members of parliament to support government efforts and avoid opposing well intended projects such as the ongoing road rehabilitation programme.
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Is it in readiness for mobile hospitals?
Good news but pliz leave such ventures to local councils to be implementing them as an annual activity. That will create jobs for the locals.
GTZ has been a very helpful partner in the development of our nation.
Herzlichen Dank!