Power outage hits Gweru’s main waterworks

THE continuous power outage at Gweru’s main waterworks, Gwenhoro, has seen most parts of the Midlands capital going without water for days.

In a statement yesterday, acting town clerk Vakai Chikwekwe said the power outage had affected pumping capacity.

“We are currently not pumping since 2am this morning due to a power outage at Gwenhoro waterworks,” Chikwekwe said.

In a notice, Zesa southern region said a power cable fault had disturbed supplies.

“Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company would like to apologise to its valued customers in southern region for power outage due to a cable fault,” the power utility said.

“Our teams are working round the clock to ensure restoration of service.”

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Over the years, incessant electrical faults coupled with obsolete infrastructure at the Gwenoro water treatment plant have exacerbated the city's water woes.

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