Gweru debtors’ bill soars to $130m

SERVICE delivery at Gweru City Council has reportedly stalled, as the cash-strapped local authority battles to recover over $130 million owed to it by ratepayers, Southern Eye has learnt.

Town clerk, Elizabeth Gwatipedza confirmed the development yesterday, saying the debt had accumulated over the past two years, with government departments owing most of the money in unpaid bills.

“Our debtors owe us $130 million and I am not sure if all is recoverable given that some companies have closed down,” she said.

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