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Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. <\/strong><\/span>The Chitungwiza Residents Trust (CHITREST) has raised concern over what it describes as a governance gap at Chitungwiza Municipality, citing the mayor\u2019s alleged failure to formally delegate duties to the deputy mayor during her prolonged absence.<\/p>\n

In a statement, CHITREST executive director Alice Kuveya said the situation risked disrupting service delivery and weakening administrative efficiency in one of Zimbabwe\u2019s largest urban centres.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe continued failure by the Mayor of Chitungwiza Municipality to delegate mayoral duties to the Deputy Mayor during her absence undermines continuity in governance,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a public office bearer, the Mayor has a responsibility to ensure continuity in governance and service delivery at all times.\u201d<\/p>\n

CHITREST said the non-delegation of duties was delaying decision-making processes and negatively affecting residents who depend on council services, while also raising concerns over accountability and transparency.<\/p>\n

Kuveya said the deputy mayor\u2019s role is clearly defined to act in the mayor\u2019s absence, adding that failure to empower that office raised serious questions about leadership and commitment to service delivery.<\/p>\n

Chitungwiza has long battled service delivery challenges, including erratic water supplies, poor refuse collection and deteriorating roads.<\/p>\n

CHITREST urged the municipality to clarify its position and implement mechanisms to guarantee continuity of leadership.<\/p>\n

\u201cResidents deserve functional, responsive and accountable leadership at all times,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n

The developments are likely to intensify scrutiny on Chitungwiza\u2019s leadership as residents continue to demand improved governance and service delivery.<\/p>\n

Contacted for comment, Chitungwiza Municipality spokesperson Tafadzwa Kachiko urged the association to use appropriate channels to address its concerns.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf any individuals or institutions have grievances with the mayor, they are encouraged to engage through the appropriate channels. Social media is not the most effective platform for resolving such matters,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

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