Zimbabwe government allocates US$10 million for relocation of thousands of families near diamond field
Saturday, November 14, 2009
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The Zimbabwean government has allocated US$10 million worth of funds for the relocation of thousands of families living near the Chiadzwa diamond fields in the Manicaland province.
Murisi Zwizwai, the Deputy Mines Minister, said that the funds would be used to build houses for the residents in the area, and for developments in . “I can confirm that US$10 million has been set aside for the relocation. The relocation may take place after they have harvested their crops,” he said in an interview, as quoted by the New Zimbabwe news agency.
Zwizwai also added that “the money would be used to build new houses, clinics among others.” According to him, the residents would not be relocated until the 2009–10 agricultural season.
In a 100-day plan, the Zimbabwean coalition government noted that diamonds in the area might be a large source of funds and finance for the country, and could help revive the economy.
[edit] Sources
- "US$10m to relocate villagers from diamond field" — ZimOnline, November 13, 2009
- "Chidzwa families face relocation" — New Zimbabwe, November 13, 2009
