The City of Harare’s Strategic Business Units (SBUs) have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting council’s turnaround strategies aimed at improving service delivery, strengthening operational efficiency and transforming municipal operations for the benefit of residents. In their various presentations to councillors and senior council officials during the 2026 Strategic Planning Review yesterday, the SBUs highlighted various initiatives they are undertaking to complement council’s efforts to address service delivery challenges, modernise operations and ensure that municipal resources and infrastructure are used effectively. City Parking Managing Director Dr Simon Muzviyo said the entity would continue to support the council’s transformation agenda through technological innovations designed to improve efficiency, enhance security and strengthen municipal operations. He highlighted the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in council buildings as part of efforts to improve security and safeguard municipal infrastructure. Meanwhile, Councillor Tomasi applauded the SBUs for their contributions towards the city’s development agenda, commending their efforts to support council in its pursuit of improved service delivery and sustainable municipal operations. Rufaro Marketing Chief Executive Officer Ngoni Chimbalu reiterated the organisation’s commitment to supporting council, particularly through initiatives aimed at transforming municipal properties into productive and revenue-generating assets. He emphasised the importance of maximising the value of council-owned properties to ensure that they contribute meaningfully to the city’s financial sustainability and economic growth. In the health sector, Harare Municipal Medical Aid Society (HMMAS) pledged to support efforts to improve healthcare services at Wilkins Hospital and selected council clinics. The organisation also indicated its intention to assist in equipping council laboratories, a move expected to strengthen diagnostic capacity and improve the quality of healthcare services provided to residents. Another notable development on the horizon is the proposed City Markets Microfinance Bank, which is expected to provide financial services tailored to the needs of vendors operating within the city’s markets. The initiative could create opportunities for vendors to access financial services that support their businesses, improve their livelihoods and contribute to the growth of the informal economy. The commitments by the various SBUs demonstrate the importance of collaboration between council and its business units in mobilising resources, strengthening municipal enterprises and advancing sustainable solutions to the city’s service delivery challenges. Through technological innovation, improved healthcare support, the commercialisation of municipal properties and the development of financial services for vendors, the City of Harare continues to pursue a coordinated approach towards building a more efficient, financially sustainable and service-oriented municipality.
