MUAST AND MUREWA RDC SIGN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING The Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (MUAST) and the Murewa Rural District Council (RDC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, innovation, and community development initiatives. The Murewa RDC delegation, led by Council Chairperson, Elder Amos Gutu, and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Alois M. Gurajena, was received by the Vice Chancellor of MUAST, Professor Justice Nyamangara. Both Prof Nyamangara and Dr Gurajena emphasised the importance of operationalising the MoU, urging both parties to ensure that the agreement translates into tangible programmes and does not simply “gather dust” on the shelf. In his remarks, Dr Gurajena expressed appreciation for the partnership and pledged the council’s full cooperation in the implementation of this MoU. He also encouraged the council to initiate collaborative programmes that can leverage the university’s expertise to provide solutions to local challenges. The MoU is expected to foster closer cooperation between the two institutions, creating opportunities for knowledge sharing, research, innovation, and sustainable development in Murewa District and the wider Mashonaland East Province

Headline: 🤝 PARTNERSHIP FOR PROGRESS: Marondera RDC & Zimbabwe Women’s Microfinance Bank Sign Landmark MOU Today, 5 May 2026, Marondera Rural District Council took a bold step toward economic transformation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Zimbabwe Women’s Microfinance Bank (ZWMB).The ceremony, held at the Council Offices following a formal Council Resolution, was led by MRDC CEO Mr. Tichafara Gundo and ZWMB Head of Retail Banking Ms. Clarah Mukosera, in the presence of Council Directors.What this means for Marondera residents:🏠 Housing Support: ZWMB will bring ready-to-fund residents to access housing stands provided by Council.💰 Revolving Fund: Council will avail LED (Local Economic Development) funds to be managed by ZWMB to support MSMEs, women-led enterprises, and cooperatives.📈 Financial Empowerment: Access to credit, financial literacy training, and "Mukando" digitization.🌐 Digital Innovation: Introduction of Agency Banking and the AllWomen.africa marketplace to connect local producers to international buyers.This partnership ensures our 10% LED budget allocation works directly for the community—creating jobs, reducing poverty, and building household resiliency.#maronderardc #ZwMB #EconomicEmpowerment #LocalEconomicDevelopment #devolution #Zimbabwe

🏛️ DRIVING INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICE DELIVERY IN MARONDERA RURAL DISTRICT! 🇿🇼Marondera Rural District Council (MRDC) convened a Special Council Meeting today to deliberate on key strategic matters aimed at enhancing service delivery and infrastructure development within our district.During the session, Council officially approved the change of financier for the proposed acquisition of critical service delivery and infrastructure equipment. This massive investment includes:🚚 Tippers & a Motor Grader💧 Water Bowsers & Borehole Drilling Rigs🗑️ Refuse Compactors🚑 Ambulances🚜 Front-End LoadersThis strategic investment will significantly strengthen road maintenance, waste management, water provision, and emergency response services across all our wards. It is a major leap forward in line with Vision 2030 and the National Development Strategy.As an accountable and progressive local authority, Council remains fully committed to efficient, transparent, and people-centered local governance for sustainable community development. Together, we are building a resilient, self-sustaining Marondera!#nocompromisetoservicedelivery #Vision2030 #servicedeliveryfirst