By Staff Reporter
GEO- Pomona says it is still finalizing logistical issues before finally taking over waste collection responsibility in the City of Harare.
The firm took over waste collection in Harare after an agreement endorsed in last year where the company partnered the City of Harare and the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works to improve waste management.
Despite the deal being expected to kick off at the beginning of the year ,GEO-Pomona has not been able to commence operations.
The firm’s public relations officer, Siphathisiwe Masuku, told a local online paper that the delay in implementing the deal was due to a transitional process.
“We recognise the challenges of waste collection and fully acknowledge the significant responsibility entrusted to us. Currently, we are in a transitional period and are finalising key logistics. Our goal is to establish an efficient and sustainable waste management system that serves the city effectively. Achieving this requires careful planning, coordination, and preparation.
“During this transition period, the City of Harare continues to handle door-to-door waste collection while we work closely with them to finalise key logistics. This includes defining operational zones, identifying transfer points, and securing garages for vehicle servicing and parking.
“Additionally, we are actively engaging with the City of Harare on the transfer of employees, as we are committed to retaining experienced personnel who bring valuable expertise. Once everything has been finalised, we will announce the official launch date,” said Masuku.
