ZACCO Calls for Prioritization of Local Contractors on Feeder Road Projects

Zambia Association of Citizen Contractors (ZACCO) has urged government to prioritize local contractors on construction of the 701.6 kilometres of feeder roads across the country.

Speaking in an interview with Money News, Association President Mutale Mpepo says government should ensure that such road projects benefit local contractors more than anyone else.

Mr. Mpepo believes that local contractors have the ability to execute quality works that can stand the test of time.

Meanwhile, Small-scale Farmers Development Agency (SAFADA) Executive Director Boyd Moobwe, is optimistic that once completed, the feeder roads will help farmers to have access to markets for their crops.

Mr. Moobwe notes that poor roads have negatively impacted farmers in their bid to transport their farm produce to markets especially during the rainy season.

Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development has signed 22 contracts for the rehabilitation of 701.6 Kilometres of selected Feeder Roads in various parts of the Country, at a cost of over K926 million.