Macheke Sub-Catchment Council (MSCC) is a statutory water management body in Zimbabwe established by the Water Act of 1998 (Chapter 20:24) under the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development. It serves as the lowest tier of water planning and management within Zimbabwe’s decentralized Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) framework.
Subhydrological Zones
Districts Served
MSCC serves as the lowest tier of water planning and management within Zimbabwe’s decentralized Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) framework. It oversees the Macheke River, a tributary that ultimately feeds into the Save River.
Catchment Basis: Managed based on hydrological boundaries and practical relevance.
The Macheke Subcatchment is divided into five (5) subhydrological zones to streamline localized water governance and monitoring:
EM1 – ES8EM2EM3ER1ER2
Educational programs for communities on sustainable water usage and management practices.
Mediation and resolution of water-related conflicts among various stakeholders.
Implementation of conservation strategies to protect watersheds and water sources.
Issuance and management of water permits to ensure equitable allocation of water resources.
Regular monitoring and assessment of water quality and quantity across the sub-catchment area.
MSCC is composed of a broad and inclusive range of stakeholders, reflecting its community-centered approach to water management:
