Sakubva River Clean-Up
The rivers of Mutare originate in the beautiful mountain range that forms the northern border of the city. These rivers start out as fresh potable-water streams and wind their way through Mutare, eventually converging into the Sakubva River. These waterways are an important lifeline for the population of Mutare, but also for the many other non-human river inhabitants, such as many species of river plants, birds, mice, moles, mongooses and other small mammals, insects, frogs, fish and fungi.
Sewerage leaks from City of Mutare Yeovil Sewerage Works have also seen human waste residue flowing into Sakubva River. Waste from households, mainly in Sakubva and parts of Chikanga high density suburbs, has also been dumped in the river at different points where the river channel is conveniently accessible.
As if that is not enough, stream bank cultivation is leading to the destruction of the riparian river fringe and massive siltation of Sakubva River.
Manica Youth Assembly is committed to join other organizations to protecting and cleaning up the river every month clearing up the banks. As Mutare residents we have a responsibility to our environment.
River Cleanup in action
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