Government Signs 10 Contracts For The Construction Of New Markets And Extension of Bus Stations
Written by Mafken FM Newsroom on 13 October 2024
By Staff Reporter
The Government, through the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development (MLGRD) has signed 10 contracts for the construction of new Markets and extension of Bus Stations at a cost of one hundred sixty-six million, two hundred ninety-five thousand, four hundred thirty-nine and sixty-seven hundred kwacha.
MLGRD Permanent Secretary Administration Maambo Haamaundu stated that, in Eastern Province, the infrastructure component for the improvement and extension of the Bus Stations will involve Chipata Bus Station in Chipata District, Katete Bus Station in Katete District, Lundazi Bus Station and Sinda Bus Station.
Mr. Hamaundu stated that the Government will also facilitate the completion of the Namwala modern Market in Namwala District, the rehabilitation of Nakambala Market in Mazabuka and the completion of construction of Mpika Bus Station in Mpika district.
Mr. Hamaundu disclosed that the contracts for all the earmarked infrastructure projects were signed, and the construction works are expected to commence soon adding that some of the infrastructure projects is funded with support of KfW, a Germany development Bank.
The Permanent Secretary said it is the Governments desire to modernise Markets and Bus stations in order to provide a conducive environment for the traders and the general public.
