The Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC) has undertaken the construction of a new block at Chiadzwa Primary School, demonstrating its commitment to ensuring that communities benefit from the extraction of minerals in the area.
The initiative aims to empower future generations through education, reinforcing ZCDC’s dedication to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
According to ZCDC, the recent commissioning of the school block at Chiadzwa Primary is a testament to their ongoing CSR commitment. The company has consistently supported Chiadzwa Primary in terms of education, with a focus on creating a positive impact on the community.
In the previous year, Manicaland Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Advocate M. Mugadza, disclosed that ZCDC had set a CSR target of US$6 million. Minister Mugadza commended ZCDC for its substantial contribution to the enhancement of health, education, and infrastructure in Manicaland as part of its CSR strategy.
“ZCDC has set a target of USD 6 million as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility, contributing to the improvement of health, education, and infrastructure, among other areas,” stated Minister Mugadza. He highlighted the Sakubva Urban Renewal Project, partially financed by ZCDC, as a key initiative expected to contribute positively to the region upon completion.
Mugadza urged ZCDC’s leadership to continue investing in initiatives aimed at uplifting the livelihoods of the people in Manicaland and Zimbabwe at large. He emphasized the importance of supporting communities through ongoing initiatives, acknowledging ZCDC’s significant role in job creation and various CSR programs that align with the national agenda for economic development.
“Our mining companies, including ZCDC, are making substantial contributions to the provincial Gross Domestic Product. I am proud that ZCDC, our state miner, has not only generated employment in Manicaland province but is also actively investing in CSR programs to give back to the community and support our national economic development agenda,” stated Hon Advocate Mugadza.
