Mbanza Kongo:The governor of Angola's northern Zaire Province, Adriano Mendes de Carvalho, has announced that financial resources are assured to complete ongoing social-impact projects in the province's municipalities. Speaking at the inaugural session of the provincial government's extraordinary meeting, he emphasized that municipal administrators have no reason to halt construction due to alleged budget constraints.
According to Angola Press News Agency, Governor Mendes de Carvalho confirmed that a budget of 26,307,824,907 kwanzas has been allocated to Zaire Province under the current General State Budget. This funding is designated for implementing social-impact projects across the province's 11 municipalities, ensuring progress without financial hindrance.
The governor highlighted that 29 projects are currently underway, focusing on sectors such as education, water supply, healthcare, and road infrastructure. He stressed the importance of using available funds efficiently and warned against the suspension of projects due to financial excuses.
Governor Mendes de Carvalho also addressed accountability issues, threatening legal action against companies failing to meet contractual deadlines for awarded construction projects. He instructed the provincial government's Legal Office to begin legal proceedings against non-compliant contractors, emphasizing the need for accountability in the use of state funds.
