By Elvis Dumba
Kadoma – Craft Property Holdings has donated residential stands and wheelchairs to persons living with disabilities, reaffirming the company’s commitment to inclusive development.
The handover ceremony was officiated by the Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon. Marian Chombo.
In her remarks, Minister Chombo underscored the government’s dedication to policies that promote housing, social welfare and inclusive growth.
“Our government remains committed to policies that prioritize housing, social welfare and inclusive growth. These initiatives remind us that sustainable development starts at the grassroots, where people’s needs are met with empathy and action,” she said.
She reiterated the administration’s resolve to protect the rights of persons with disabilities and urged all sectors—public, private and civil society—to prioritise inclusive infrastructure, education and employment.
“We call on all sectors to prioritize inclusive infrastructure, education and employment. Let us keep empowering them,” she emphasized.
Turning to Craft Property Holdings, Minister Chombo hailed the company’s efforts as a model for meaningful corporate social responsibility.
“To Craft Property Holdings, let this be a moment to galvanize more resources, creativity and solidarity toward ending homelessness and vulnerability. Let this act inspire more targeted investments in disability-inclusive projects,” she said, adding a blessing:
“May God abundantly bless you so that you continue helping those in need and fulfilling your corporate social responsibility in significant ways.”
She also urged local communities to welcome the beneficiary families and support their integration.
“To our communities, let us embrace these families, support their integration and celebrate their resilience. Let kindness be our currency and inclusion our guide,” she said.
Prof. Kudakwashe Taruberekera, Founding Chief Executive Officer of Craft Property Holdings, announced that the company had imported 150 wheelchairs from China to improve mobility for persons with disabilities.
He also revealed that 10 residential stands were being donated to persons with disabilities, with an additional five stands set aside for individuals living with albinism.
“We have noted the government’s call for the private sector to join hands in developing our country, and as a company we saw it fit to support people living with disabilities. We believe in ploughing back into the community and empowering them,” he said.
The recipients expressed heartfelt gratitude, highlighting the life-changing impact of the donations.
Neria Dzivakwi, one of the beneficiaries, said people living with disabilities often face discrimination when seeking rental accommodation.
“We are thankful for this support, as we are usually left behind in accessing resources. Now, being a residential homeowner, I can comfortably focus on myself and my family without anyone discriminating against me,” she said.
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