12 bodies cremated in October in Bulawayo

A total of twelve bodies were cremated this year in October alone in Bulawayo according to council's latest minutes.

According to latest council minutes a total of twelve  bodies cremations, 4 females and 8 males were done during the month using the wood-fired cremator. The replacement cremator is yet to be delivered.

"The Committee considered the matter and Councillor S. Khumalo observed that West Park Cemetery was fast filling up. In view of this, there was need for another cemetery to be established," reads the council minutes. "He sought clarification on the arrangements for the establishment of a cemetery.

Councillor E. Rafomoyo concurred. He also noted the delays relating to such issues. There was need for constant follow up to be made as the delays were negatively affecting service delivery."

The minutes states that in response the Director of Health Services Zanele Hwalima  explained that an application was made to Central Government for the gazetting of a cemetery for an area in Pumula South.

"The application had passed through physical planning and it was now at offices of the Ministry of Home Affairs. The parent ministry had promised to make follow up with relevant ministries. It would also be prudent for Council to send a staff member to Harare on this matter. The Acting Town Clerk advised that delays were being experienced. There were a number of issues that required follow ups. Council would group them accordingly and send staff members to make necessary follow ups as soon as possible," reads the minutes.