By Yamikani Yapuwa

Thyolo, December 21, Mana: Finance Service Committee for Thyolo District Council has commended quality infrastructures constructed under the Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) projects implemented in the district.

Committee Chairperson, Owen Makondi, who led a team of ward councilors and chiefs, expressed satisfaction on Friday during an inspection tour of Limbe Bridge and Chilengo Health Post, saying the committee saw real workmanship in the two infrastructures.

He praised the Council for its commitment in implementing projects that assure durability and high quality per communities’ development aspirations.

“The infrastructure we have seen will stand the test of time, serving many generations to come. This is a clear indication that funds have been utilized prudently, unlike what we have been hearing from media reports from other areas where project costs and results do not match," said Makondi.

He urged the Council to continue engaging contractors with proven expertise to ensure   quality infrastructures across the district.

“The contractors have shown great professionalism, and we are pleased with the outcome of these two projects.

“The collaboration between the Council and contractors has been exemplary, resulting in smooth and timely completion,” he said.

Traditional Authority (TA) Nanseta applauded the GESD funded projects and looks forward to seeing such projects benefiting a lot of people in the district.

“Many women will now have easy access to health care with the new Chilengo Health Post nearby. This will save lives and reduce the burden of traveling long distances to access health services,” said Nanseta.

He anticipated benefits Limbe Bridge would bring to local farmers, stating that the bridge will enhance market access for farmers around Bvumbwe, enabling them to transport their produce with ease.

The two projects worth K440 million were constructed through GESD project with financial support from the World Bank.