By Khokhelani Xhame-Change Radio
President Nelson Chamisa’s recent warning about “social ills gnawing at our nation’s fabric” resonated loudly in Kambuzuma Section 2 this week, where the once‑dilapidated community hall is poised for a dramatic rebirth.
During the distribution of Christmas hampers, Hon. Lovemore Jimu, MP for Harare Central, spotlighted the hall’s decay and proposed converting it into a dual‑purpose rehabilitation centre and vocational training facility. “We need to hit two birds with one stone,” Jimu declared, “– restore a neglected asset and give our youth a safe space to break free from drugs while learning marketable skills.”
Councillor Costa Mande of Ward 14 echoed the sentiment, urging the City of Harare to partner with private stakeholders to fund the renovation. “Drug abuse is a thorn in our side,” Mande said, “and turning this hall into a centre for recovery and training is a concrete step toward healing our community.”
Interestingly, the hall currently serves a spiritual role, occasionally rented by Apostolic Faith Mission (AFM) led by Pastor Chakwizira for church services—a reminder of the building’s enduring community spirit.
The proposed transformation builds directly on President Chamisa’s call, made at the Annual Charity Dinner last Saturday, for urgent action against social ills—particularly the surge in substance abuse among young Zimbabweans.
Key Points:
– Rehabilitation + Vocational Training: Plans include counseling rooms, detox spaces, and workshops for carpentry, tailoring, and IT skills.
– Community Support: Residents voiced strong backing during the hamper rollout, seeing the project as a beacon of hope.
– Partnership Push: Council urged to seek joint ventures with NGOs, local businesses, and international donors to secure funding.
As the City of Harare finalizes plans, stakeholders are optimistic that Kambuzuma Section 2 Hall will soon become a vibrant hub of recovery and empowerment—proof that tackling social ills can also rebuild community infrastructure.
