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UCAZ is one of the oldest local government associations in Africa (est, 1923). It is a forum for urban local authorities, seeks to ensure world class service delivery in Zimbabwe.

UCAZ is one of the oldest local government associations in Africa. It started as a loose forum of municipalities in 1923 when councils used to meet and discuss matters of common concern. In 1940 the forum adopted a constitution which established the Local Government Association of Southern Rhodesia (LGASR) with a permanent secretariat. The Association has gone through many name changes from LGASR,

Local Government Association of Rhodesia, Local Government Association of Zimbabwe-Rhodesia to the Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe. UCAZ is a voluntary association of 31 urban local authorities, enjoying a 100% membership of all urban councils in Zimbabwe. The UCAZ constitution was last amended in June 2002 in order to reflect the new challenges brought about by government’s decentralisation policy as well as other changes in the local government sector. Funding
The Association is funded through members’ subscriptions. It also receives assistance from donors and partners in local government. Subcommittees and Officers’ For a
The Association has five subcommittees, namely: Management, Manpower and Legal Services; Finance; Health Services; Housing and Community Services and Technical Services. Seven officers’ fora have been established for Town Clerks, Directors of Finance, Directors of Health, Directors of Housing and Community Services, Town Engineers and Women in Local Government. Reforming the Association
From the mid 1990s the Association embarked on a restructuring and reorientation exercise which resulted in a major shift from the secretariat’s traditional emphasis on administration to the implementation of programmes which address the concerns of its members. Pursuant to this, the post of Secretary General was established with the first Secretary General being appointed in August 1998. The Association is now in a position to,

Lobby government and relevant organisations
Research into matters of importance to its members, where appropriate, in partnership with other experts at institutions of higher learning
Scrutinise legislation and current policies in the light of current trends and thinking on local government and make recommendations thereon. Study practices in other jurisdictions and make recommendations thereon
Provide expertise in key areas to members with the co-operation of partners in local government, in areas such as finance and health

Association Capacity Building (ACB) Programme - Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The fruits of the restructuring exercise and UCAZ’s potential to scale even greater heights were immediately recognised by its international partners. It was selected as one of the five Association Capacity Building (ACB) pilot projects under the then International Union of Local Authorities. Through the successful participation of UCAZ in the ACB, the Association developed into a powerful and organised institution which is steering reform of local government into the new millennium. It was funded by the Dutch government to the tune of NLG354 998,00. Within the ACB programme were plans to:

Work with stakeholders on the development of a vision and a Strategic Business Plan for the Association
Develop the role and position of the Association in representing and promoting local governments and lobbying on their behalf
Effectively interact with stakeholders, research and develop longer term policy issues, improve the representation of women and initiate reform and development programmes
Address the gender imbalances within local government
Improve the capacity of the Association to respond to the training and development needs of its members

Municipal international Co-operation
Having realised the importance of Municipal International Co-operation (MIC) in a rapidly changing global village, UCAZ has committed itself to working closely with like-minded institutions world-wide for the betterment of its members and their communities. The Association has strong partnerships with the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) of Canada. In addition, the Association is a member of the following international local government organisations: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa Southern Africa Regional Office (UCLGA - SARO), the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) and the Commonwealth Local Government Forum (CLGF). Following the successful implementation of the ACB Programme, UCAZ, in a true spirit of municipal international co-operation, collaborated with SUMA to offer technical assistance to the Association of Local Government Authorities of Kenya (A
LGAK) in the formulation of ALGAK’s Strategic Plan, Capacity Building Programme, Gender and Financial Mobilisation Strategy.

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11/05/2022

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04/05/2022

3358th Bulawayo Full Council Meeting

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22/03/2022

The Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe joins the world in celebrating 2022 under the theme "Groundwater: Making the invisible visible"

"Urban areas are expected to absorb all of the world’s population growth over the next four decades, as well as accommodating significant rural-to-urban migration. The vast majority of these people will be living in overcrowded slums with inadequate, often non-existent, water and sanitation services.
Safe drinking water systems and adequate sanitation that effectively disposes of human waste will be essential to ensure cities and towns grow sustainably. Extending these services to the millions of urbanites currently unserved will play a key role in underpinning the health and security of cities, protecting economies and ecosystems, and minimizing the risk of pandemics." UN-Water

10/03/2022

What is the Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe ?
How is it structured?
What are its functions?
Know more about Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe Visit our website https://ucaz.org.zw, and follow us on our FB and IG pages.

08/03/2022

International Women’s Day 2022 | Gender

Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe joins the world in celebrating under the theme Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow
https://ucaz.org.zw/2022-03-08-international-womens-day-2022/

International Women’s Day 2022 | Gender International Women's Day 2022

08/03/2022

International Women’s Day is March 8

Happy International Women's Day

International Women’s Day is March 8 Day is meant to focus the world on where women are and where they need to be

25/02/2022

A women-led group of residents in Chegutu Municipality took up the initiative of recycling plastic material which enables them to earn a living whilst helping clean the city.
This video was captured at one of our SLB Peer Reviews in Chegutu in 2016 showing a small group of residents who collected plastic bottles for recycling. They pack the empty plastic bottles in 50kg bales and take them to Delta where they get returns in cash. For more information on SLB you can view our website https://ucaz.org.zw/programs/service-level-benchmarking-slb/

24/02/2022

10/02/2022

SIGNING OF PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS FOR SENIOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS

03/02/2022

Congrats team👏🏾👏🏾

02/02/2022

"Destroying wetlands today is creating a DRY future." Happy World Wetlands Day 2022. Wetlands Action for People and Nature.

06/01/2022

An engineer par excellence | Death notice

Engineer Simela laid to rest

https://ucaz.org.zw/2022-01-06-an-engineer-par-excellence/

An engineer par excellence | Death notice The Passing on of Engineer Simela Dube

04/01/2022

The Association is deeply sadened by the death of The City of Bulawayo Director of Engineering Services, Engineer Simela Dube. May His Soul Rest In Eternal Peace🕊🙏

04/01/2022

Celebrating the life of Simela Dube

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Celebrating the life of Simela Dube Celebrating the life of Simela Dube

04/01/2022

Celebrating the life of Simela Dube

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Celebrating the life of Simela Dube Celebrating the life of Simela Dube

21/12/2021

The Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous 2022. Happy Holidays!!!🎄🎄🎄💯💯💯

09/12/2021

We would like to congratulate the Mayor of Gweru City Council
and President of Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe, His Worship, Clr Josiah Makombe for being conferred with an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters Degree from the International Institute of Philanthropy. All The Best on your next step. CONGRATULATIONS, MAKOROKOTO, AMHLOPHE
Gweru City Council
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25/11/2021

Together let us put an end to gender-based violence.

02/11/2021

UCAZ hands over Chambuta Children’s Home to First Lady | Housing

UCAZ hands over Chambuta Children’s Home to First Lady
https://ucaz.org.zw/2021-11-02-ucaz-hands-over-chambuta-childrens-home-to-first-lady/

UCAZ hands over Chambuta Children’s Home to First Lady | Housing The Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe (UCAZ) handed over to the First Lady Amai Auxillia Mnangagwa the Chambuta Children’s Home.

22/10/2021

Masvingo City Council completes furnishing house at Chambuta - Angel Of Hope Foundation

Masvingo City Council completes furnishing house at Chambuta - Angel Of Hope Foundation Masvingo City Council has successfully furnished one of the houses accommodates former street children who were rescued by First Lady Amai Auxilia Mnangagwa

01/10/2021

1️⃣day to go till the Urban and peri-urban land governance in 🇿🇼 launch. 1 of the major findings is there are multiple land management authorities which created challenges of accountability and transparency in the land governance value chain.

01/10/2021

Zimbabwe Anti Corruption Commission and Transparency International Zimbabwe (TI-Z) are hosting a launch ceremony for a research study titled "Urban and Peri-Urban Land Governance in Zimbabwe: Towards a Corruption Free, Transparent and Accountable System".

30/09/2021

THE STATE OF PUBLIC SERVICE DELIVERY IN ZIMBABWE: CHALLENGES AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

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"THE STATE OF PUBLIC SERVICE DELIVERY IN ZIMBABWE: CHALLENGES AND POSSIBLE SOLUTION"
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29/09/2021

Tune into Radio Zimbabwe today at 3pm as we discuss the collaboration between Zimbabwe Anti Corruption Commission and Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe towards the eradication of corruption in local authorities

27/09/2021

Congratulations to Gweru City Council for scooping the first place award in Civic Participation at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair Company ZITF 2021

08/09/2021

Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe on Twitter

The City of Harare launched the Municipal Traffic Police Training today at the City Sports Centre Stadium in Harare today
https://twitter.com/UcazOfficial/status/1435556465314603009?s=20

Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe on Twitter “The Minister of Local Government and Public Works, Hon J.G. Moyo inspecting the Guard of honor at the Municipal Traffic Police Training Launch @cohsunshinecity https://t.co/yjm3lVJkcZ”

08/09/2021

It was with great sadness that we got to learn about the untimely passing of Mr C. Muchatukwa, the Secretary of Chiredzi Town Council . We would like to pass our sincere condolences to the Muchatukwa family and the Chiredzi community on their loss. Our hearts are with them in this difficult period. May He Rest In Eternal Peace.

03/09/2021

President Mnangagwa launches new housing policy, commissions flats | Other

The State President, His Excellency Dr Emmerson D. Mnangagwa yesterday officially launched the Zimbabwe National Human Settlements Policy (ZNHSP) at a ceremony in Marimba, Harare.
https://ucaz.org.zw/2021-09-03-president-mnangagwa-launches-new-housing-policy-commissions-flats/

President Mnangagwa launches new housing policy, commissions flats | Other President Mnangagwa launches new housing policy, commissions flats

31/08/2021

Devolution: Kadoma purchases tipper truck | Devolution

Devolution: Kadoma purchases tipper truck
https://ucaz.org.zw/2021-08-31-devolution-kadoma-purchases-tipper-truck/

Devolution: Kadoma purchases tipper truck | Devolution Kadoma purchases tipper truck from Devolution Funds

30/08/2021

UCAZ Secretary General's remarks on how the LACEP2 project assisted LAs

Lee Mutekede the UCAZ Secretary General speaks on how the project helped Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe and Association of Rural District Councils of Zimbabwe under the ZILGA banner in the development of the Devolution Advocacy Paper. The project also gave support to LAs in the implementation of the Service Level Benchmark program and in the training of councillors.

20/08/2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing on of Gogo M. Makombe. The mother of Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe 's President, The Mayor of Gweru City, His Worship, Clr J. Makombe. May Her Soul Rest In Eternal Peace.

13/08/2021

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15/07/2021

There is need to strengthen the capacity of Local Government in order to achieve the SDGs UN-Habitat Executive Director, Maimunah Mohd Sharif Maimunah Mohd Sharif

15/07/2021

Voluntary Subnational Reviews Session | UCAZ | Urban Councils Association of Zimbabwe

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01/07/2021

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3358th Bulawayo Full Council Meeting

International Women’s Day 2022 | Gender

International Women’s Day is March 8

An engineer par excellence | Death notice

Celebrating the life of Simela Dube

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