Kalingalinga Ward Councilor, Mukubesa Nyoni, says immediate actions will be taken to address the poor drainage system in Kalingalinga area in Munali Constituency.
Mr Mukubesa, however, emphasised that infrastructure development has been underway, citing two successful road upgrades financed under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) in 2023.
“The project marked the beginning of a broader plan aimed at improving the living conditions in the community,” he said.
Mr Mukubesa clarified that the 2023 road works were strictly carried out in line with CDF guidelines, which permit the upgrading of gravel roads but do not provide for the repair of already damaged ones.
He indicated that despite the developments, residents have continued to face severe challenges related to poor drainage, especially during the rainy season.
Alice Phiri, a Kalingalinga resident, disclosed that the area often experiences significant flooding, which is frequently worsened by drainage systems clogged with solid waste.
“Although roads were improved, the drainage system requires further attention,” she said.
She emphasised that addressing these issues is critical to preventing flooding and ensuring the long term effectiveness of the recent road improvements.
Another resident, Mary Mpundu, acknowledged the efforts made by the local authority so far in an interview with ZANIS.
“We appreciate the local authority for improving the road network in this area,” Ms Mpundu said.
