Zimbabwe: Mutare City Council designates land for urban agriculture
“We just want to grow maize, and feed our families. We welcome the move by Mutare City Council to designate land for agriculture purposes.
By Tendai Gukutikwa
The Manica Post
25 Oct 2024
Excerpt:
MUTARE City Council has allocated specific portions of land for urban agriculture, and is encouraging residents to apply for permits before the onset of the 2024 farming season.
The designated areas are listed in maps available at the council offices at Moffat Hall in Sakubva.
Acting public relations officer, Mr Charles Sadondo, said the move is meant to curb illegal farming practices on prohibited land, which tends to disrupt urban planning and threatens natural resources.
Mr Sadondo said though urban agriculture is important, it should not be done haphazardly.
“We know that urban agriculture plays a vital role in food security, and as council, we have set aside land for that. Each year, we publicise a map that shows areas available for farming activities. That map is available at our housing department offices at Moffat Hall in Sakubva,” he said.
Mr Sadondo said those who want to engage in urban agriculture should visit the housing department for maps and permits to ensure that their farming activities are legal and sustainable.
However, he stressed the importance of following guidelines to avoid farming in restricted areas.
“We continue to face challenges with people farming in prohibited areas. These include land within 30 metres of stream banks, land within 10 metres of the road, sloppy or uphill areas, and land surveyed for residential stands. We urge those who want to embark on agricultural activities to approach our housing department for permits, which provide the necessary guidelines for farming on designated plots,” Mr Sadondo said.
According to the council, those farming in unauthorised areas risk having their crops destroyed, and could also face legal action.
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Source: https://cityfarmer.info/zimbabwe-mutare-city-council-designates-land-for-urban-agriculture/
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