Farai Dziva|The city of Masvingo has been hit by a critical water crisis over the past four days.

Due to lack of running water, health experts have warned of a looming catastrophe.

See the Masvingo City Council statement on the water crisis:

CITY OF MASVINGO NOTICE OF INTERRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY

(13/07/2019)

The City of Masvingo would like to notify residents about the interruption of water supply from Thursday 11 July 2019 to date.

The interruption was caused by a breakdown at Bushmead Water Works.

The complexity of the nature of the breakdown has led to a prolonged period of repair. Our engineers and technicians are working round the clock in order to complete the repair works and we anticipate to complete the repairs by end of day.

Normal water supply will be achieved by Monday15/07/2019 if the station continues to receive consistent electricity supply.

Areas on lower ground and the CBD will however receive supply earlier than other areas in the city.
Any inconveniences caused by this interruption of water supply are sincerely regretted.

C. Maboke MAYOR