A BULAWAYO councillor has urged the local authority to educate residents on the importance of registering deceased owned properties.
Ward 28 councillor Ntandoyenkosi Ndlovu said a number of families were losing their inheritance due to lack of knowledge
“Many families in Bulawayo face unnecessary hardships because they are unaware of how to handle the transfer of property after the death of a loved one,” he said.
“We need to prioritise making this information accessible to all residents.”
Ndlovu said a public awareness programme would empower families, allowing them to secure their rights and inheritance.
“The failure to register deceased properties leads to complex legal battles, delayed inheritance processes and sometimes loss of family homes to unscrupulous individuals,” he said.
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“This creates financial and emotional stress particularly for vulnerable members of the families like widows who are left without proper documentation or knowledge on how to secure the property.”
He said the council should partner legal experts, community leaders and local media to conduct the educational campaigns.
“By addressing this issue head-on, we will protect families from exploitation and ensure that property rights are preserved, providing stability and security for future generations,” Ndlovu said.