By Andrew Zhou
Mberengwa – A powerful rainstorm that hit several parts of the country on the afternoon of Monday, November 11, left widespread destruction across Mberengwa district.
The storm damaged roofs at Zvomukonde High School, Ingezi Primary School, Zvomukonde Clinic, and several local shops. Zvomukonde High School head Bernad Sibanda confirmed the destruction to TellZim News, reporting that classroom roofs and several staff houses in the school’s cottage were damaged.
“The wind has destroyed classroom roofs and the cottage.
We are currently waiting for authorities to come so we can discuss a way forward, as learners cannot use certain classrooms,” said Sibanda.
The head of Ingezi Primary School Emeriah Mpofu declined to comment on the damage, directing questions to the Mberengwa District Schools Inspector (DSI). “I can’t comment on that; please speak to my boss, the DSI, Ms. Bhebhe,” she said.
However, Ward 7 Councillor Prince Matongo confirmed the incident, stating that two classroom blocks and three staff houses had lost their roofs at Ingezi Primary, while at Zvomukonde High, eight staff houses and ten classroom blocks were affected. Additionally, eleven shops at Poland Business Centre were damaged.
“Three staff houses and two classroom blocks at Ingezi Primary had their roofs blown off. At Zvomukonde High, eight staff houses and ten classroom blocks were damaged. Eleven shops at Poland Business Centre were also affected,” said Matongo.
One affected business owner at Poland Business Centre, identified only as Moyo, who runs Moyo General Dealer, described the storm as extremely violent.
“The wind was so strong that several rooftops, including mine, were blown off. Goods worth about US$300 were destroyed,” said Moyo.
