The Municipality of Chitungwiza has moved to allay fears among its residents after an old demolition notice began circulating widely on social media, causing significant alarm. The document, which suggested planned demolitions in areas like Zengeza and Seke, was dismissed by council officials as outdated.
Council spokesperson Tafadzwa Kachiko clarified in a statement issued yesterday that the circulating notice dates back to 2020 and does not represent a new development. He emphasized that any demolitions would only be carried out after following due processes and procedures prescribed by law. This clarification aims to ease the widespread anxiety among residents who feared losing their homes, underscoring the importance of verifying public notices.
Key Players Involved
- Municipality of Chitungwiza: Issued a statement clarifying the outdated demolition notice.
- Tafadzwa Kachiko: Council spokesperson who addressed the public concerns.
- Residents of Chitungwiza (Zengeza, Seke): Affected by the viral, outdated notice.
Event Timeline
- October 23, 2026 (Friday): An old demolition notice from 2020 began circulating on social media, causing alarm among Chitungwiza residents.
- October 24, 2026 (Saturday): Council spokesperson Tafadzwa Kachiko issued a statement clarifying that the notice was outdated.
