Calvin Rondozai
former resident
Kuwadzana 6 is one of those places where life works because people make it work, not because the system does: mornings start early with kombis already full and slow, kozoitawo chaotic traffic munaBulawayo neku round, and if you leave late you’re stuck; water is unreliable so most households rely on boreholes or stored drums, saka panotoda water storage yakakwana plus yepa tap hainwike; power cuts are part of the rhythm, so people cook early, charge everything when electricity is back, and some invest in solar if they can afford it; the streets can feel crowded and a bit rough, but there’s constant activity tuckshops, vendors, kids playing, music somewhere in the background and that creates a strong sense of community where neighbors actually know and help each other; safety is generally okay if you’re street-smart (don’t flash valuables, avoid moving late alone coz pane gazzlous mbavha ipapo ma1), and the upside is affordability, easy access to basics, and that lived-in, resilient vibe you won’t see in listings.
