Published by the government of Zimbabwe
8 July 2009
Harare — GOVERNMENT will assist Chitungwiza Central Hospital in completing the installation of equipment in its renal unit as part of efforts to ensure the institution does not become over-burdened by the increasing number of patients seeking medical attention there.
Speaking after touring the hospital, Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex and the Mbare Magistrates' Courts yesterday, Public Works Minister Theresa Makone, also said Government needed to increase funding for the renovation of State buildings so that they do not pose a danger to the public.
She said Zimbabwe could not afford to let public infrastructure deteriorate because it would be costly to try and build similar structures again.
"The tour was indeed an eye-opener for me. What is disappointing is to see huge national assets like the Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex and Mbare Magistrates' Courts going to waste.
"We will see how we can help in making sure the Chitungwiza renal unit starts working. The management and staff have made sure the institution remains functional under these difficult conditions.
"Although they are health people, they have done well in maintenance as well, which is different from what we have seen at other hospitals.
"I think central Government should come in to help them finish tiling the floors. On their own, they have done two wards and that is fantastic," she said.
Minister Makone commended the hospital management for involving the public in maintenance of the infrastructure.
"The hospital is now inundated with patients seeking medical service and that has put pressure on the facilities.
"Government will avail resources to the institution so that it does not crumble under pressure from increased numbers of people seeking medical help," she said.
Minister Makone bemoaned the state of Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex, saying the centre required urgent refurbishment.
"It is disappointing to see such a huge national infrastructure like the Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex going to waste.
"We cannot afford to build another aquatic complex. So we need to maintain what we have.
"The ministry will soon move in to see what should be done at the complex as a matter of urgency," she said.
At Mbare Magistrates' Courts, workers were busy preparing to start repainting the court building. The courts are also in need of new flooring while the furniture is in a dilapidated state.
Deputy Public Works Minister Senator Aguy Georgias and senior ministry officials accompanied Minister Makone, who is visiting Government institutions to assess the level of repair work needed.
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