Harare Mayor, Jacob Mafume, has announced that he is open to the idea of introducing cycle-to-work and cycle-to-school schemes as a solution to decongest the city’s busy streets.
Mafume believes that cycling is a viable option for reducing traffic congestion in Harare, which is one of the city’s major problems. He also emphasized that the city has a large student population, and it does not make sense for students to use cars to get to school.
The mayor revealed that several contractors have submitted proposals to rehabilitate cycle tracks and infrastructure in the capital. This development is expected to pave the way for the implementation of the cycle-to-work and cycle-to-school schemes.
By promoting cycling, the city aims to reduce air pollution, improve public health, and increase the overall quality of life for residents. The initiative also has the potential to reduce the number of cars on the road, which will help alleviate traffic congestion.
The Harare City Council has not yet announced a specific timeline for implementing the cycle-to-work and cycle-to-school schemes, but it is expected to be one of the key initiatives in addressing the city’s traffic congestion problem.
SOURCE : NEWSREPORTZIM.COM
