Africazine:
Zambia’s police service is set to benefit significantly from a new solar-powered water pump donation.
The IK Charitable Trust has provided this essential equipment to the Roadways Police Post in Kanyama Constituency. Inspector General Graphel Musamba highlighted that this donation will enhance access to clean water for both police officers and the surrounding community.
Solar-Powered Water Pump Enhances Community Welfare
During the handover ceremony, Musamba emphasized the importance of the solar-powered water pump, describing it as a lifeline for improving living and working conditions at the police post. The initiative is expected to significantly boost service delivery and community welfare.
Superintendent Clarence Mpande represented Musamba at the event, underscoring the partnership between the police and organizations like IK Charitable Trust, which are committed to community development.
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Improving Access to Clean Water
IK Charitable Trust’s Administration Manager, Mohammed Lambat, stated that the donation is part of their Water and Sanitation Aid Facility. This initiative aims to improve basic services in vulnerable communities, emphasizing that access to clean water is a necessity for health and effective institutional operations.
The donation includes a solar-powered pumping system, storage tank, borehole-to-tank piping, double garden taps, renovated toilet plumbing facilities, and office furniture. These improvements are designed to enhance the working conditions for officers and the public accessing services at the police post.
Next Steps for Community Development
- Continued collaboration between police and IK Charitable Trust
- Monitoring the impact of the water pump on community health and service delivery
This donation marks a significant step towards improving essential services in Zambia’s Kanyama Constituency.
