Opportunities for Improving Livelihoods, Water, and Sanitation in Runde Rural District, Zimbabwe

Abstract

Zimbabwe is experiencing livelihoods, water, and sanitation challenges especially in the rural areas. The study investigated opportunities for improving the same in Runde rural district. The study collected qualitative data through interviews, observation and documenta reviews. The findings were that disused mining pits could be utilised to supply water for market gardening, tourism and fisheries to support rural industrialisation as well as water for domestic use. Availability of university and their focus on community engagement offers a huge opportunity for the locals to engage them in knowledge generation and dissemination on livelihoods, water, and sanitation. The emphasis of heritage education by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education exerts pressure on academics to lead in finding solutions to community problems.