Kitwe Mayor Raises Concern Over Delays in Road Project

Kitwe Mayor Mpasa Mwaya has raised concern over the slow progress of the 16.25-kilometer urban road rehabilitation project currently underway in the district.

The project, awarded to local contractor Nchifar Enterprise Limited, officially commenced on Monday, 5th May 2025, following the completion of preliminary preparations announced by the Kitwe City Council.

However, in an interview with YAR FM News, Mayor Mwaya noted that although the contractor is already on site, the project is behind schedule despite being signed for completion within 12 months.

She stated that the delay is worrying and pledged to engage the contractor to accelerate the pace of work without compromising on quality.

“We are committed to supporting local contractors, but we also have a responsibility to ensure timely delivery of services. While we will exercise some patience, it cannot come at the expense of the people’s welfare,” she said.

Mayor Mwaya reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to monitoring the project closely to ensure it meets the expected standards and deadlines.