Marondera RDC

22/05/2026

MARONDERA DISTRICT INTENSIFIES AWARENESS ON VELDT FIRES.

With the fire season fast approaching Marondera RDC, EMA, the Forestry Commission and concerned stakeholders have intensified efforts to raise awareness amongst commercial, resettlement and rural farming communities. The district is resorting to bulk sms, fliers, social media, MRDC website, awareness meetings, fire prevention and fighting demonstrations.

On Wednesday the District fire committee conducted an awareness meeting at Karimba Primary School. Key messages were on pre- suppression, spression and post-suppression measures in cases of veldt fires. The team assisted to reconstitute the local fire fighting teams and checked on overall readiness for the fire season.

In case of Fire and other Emergencies Marondera RDC is reachable on 08080628

20/05/2026

⚽ Promoting Wellness Through Sport at 🇿🇼
In line with the National Wellness Policy, Marondera Rural District Council staff spent this Wednesday afternoon engaging in sporting activities at Grasslands to promote physical fitness, teamwork, and overall wellbeing. Through sport and wellness initiatives, we continue to build a healthier workforce for improved service delivery to our communities.

18/05/2026

🏛️ DRIVING INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICE DELIVERY IN MARONDERA RURAL DISTRICT! 🇿🇼Marondera Rural District Council (MRDC) convened a Special Council Meeting today to deliberate on key strategic matters aimed at enhancing service delivery and infrastructure development within our district.During the session, Council officially approved the change of financier for the proposed acquisition of critical service delivery and infrastructure equipment. This massive investment includes:🚚 Tippers & a Motor Grader💧 Water Bowsers & Borehole Drilling Rigs🗑️ Refuse Compactors🚑 Ambulances🚜 Front-End LoadersThis strategic investment will significantly strengthen road maintenance, waste management, water provision, and emergency response services across all our wards. It is a major leap forward in line with Vision 2030 and the National Development Strategy.As an accountable and progressive local authority, Council remains fully committed to efficient, transparent, and people-centered local governance for sustainable community development. Together, we are building a resilient, self-sustaining Marondera!

15/05/2026

⚙️ STRENGTHENING FISCAL CONTROLS: MARONDERA RDC FINANCE COMMITTEE FOCUSES ON COMPLIANCE AND TRANSPARENCY💼 Session update. The Finance Committee convened today for Meeting 5/2026 to review the district's financial systems and regulatory compliance.📈 Upholding high standards. Benchmarked against its record as one of the few local authorities out of 92 in Zimbabwe to historically secure clean audit opinions, council focuses heavily on tightening internal controls.🤝 Leadership at the helm. The meeting was chaired by Committee Vice Chairperson Mr F. Chirara, with Council Chairman Mr J. Gwanzura attending ex-officio.👥 Management presence. CEO Mr T. Gundo and Director of Finance Mr R. Mungure participated to address emerging fiscal challenges and ensure accountability.🇿🇼 Service delivery. Dedicated to robust resource management and continuous institutional improvement for the district.🔗

13/05/2026

Marondera Rural District Council exhibits at the National Fire Awareness Week and Global Integrated Fire Management Hub Launch at Goromonzi High School in Goromonzi RDC. 🔥🌍
The event which has brought together communities, senior Government officials, local leadership, Academia, development partners, parastatals and local authorities amongst others is being officiated by Vice President K. D. C Mohadi. 🚒🤝
The event is running under the theme:
Prevent, Protect, Preserve; Combating Veld Fires Together 🌱🔥

12/05/2026

11/05/2026

Marondera Rural District Council also attended as a key stakeholder the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MOPSE) Marondera District “Not in My Village Launch – Ending Violence in Schools” campaign which was held at Mahusekwa Government School. The campaign is a MOPSE initiative aimed at promoting safe, secure and protective learning environments in schools.
The event was attended by the Provincial Education Director, Madam Ncube, who was the Guest of Honour. Other dignitaries present included Chief Chihota, Chief Mudzimurema, the District Schools Inspector, Ward 11 and Ward 16 Councillors, representatives from various Government Departments, Nyaradzo, Proton, the National AIDS Council and ZICHIRE.
In her remarks, Madam Ncube emphasized the critical role of traditional leaders in ensuring that all forms of violence in schools are eliminated within their areas of jurisdiction. She encouraged communities, parents, schools and stakeholders to work together in safeguarding children and promoting a culture of peace, respect and protection in schools.
The campaign also provided an important platform for stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment towards ending violence against children and creating conducive environments for effective teaching and learning. Below are pictures of the event

08/05/2026

🛠️ Empowering Local Governance: WADCO Training Takes Shape in Ward 13! 🇿🇼Body:Marondera Rural District Council is committed to fostering bottom-up development! We are currently conducting comprehensive training for the Ward Development Committee (WADCO) in Ward 13.This training is part of a district-wide initiative covering all 23 wards to ensure that community leaders are equipped with the skills necessary to drive local development under the framework of devolution.Why Functional WADCOs Matter:✅ Bottom-up Planning: Ensuring community needs are prioritized in the District Development Plan.✅ Better Accountability: Strengthening local governance and transparency in service delivery.✅ Inclusion: Giving a voice to all community members through structured representation.✅ Effective Project Implementation: Bridging the gap between village needs (VIDCOs) and Council action.We are building a resilient, self-sustaining Marondera District, one ward at a time!

06/05/2026

🏛️ Aligned with the National Thrust on Wellness!At Marondera RDC, we are more than just a workforce; we are a community dedicated to excellence. In line with the Government’s thrust on health and wellbeing, our Wednesday afternoon sports sessions are a vital part of our Staff Wellness Strategy.Whether it's a strategic game of pool 🎱, the precision of darts 🎯, or the energy on the soccer field ⚽, we are building a healthier, more resilient team to better serve our district. A healthy team is a productive team!

06/05/2026

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