Claim
On December 19, 2024, the Patriotic Front Facebook page posted images of bridges, allegedly in Zambia, with the caption: “CDF, built at the cost of K5 million and washed away at the slightest of showers.” The first image showed a man standing near a wheelbarrow at a bridge under construction, while the second and third depicted a bridge with eroded sides and water flowing beneath it. Most commenters doubted the claim’s validity, pointing out inconsistencies between the images. One user also commented: “It’s commendable when citizens raise issues to foster accountability, but certain claims should be substantiated.”
Are the images from Zambia and is the amount accurate?
Evidence and References
1. Zimba Town Council visit on the rehabilitation works of the bridge by Zambia National Service:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14hnpNrCEC/
2. Diamond TV report on the nature of the bridge and construction, 18th December 18th, 2024
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The first rain experienced last night in Zimba District, Southern Province have partially damaged Nkolongozya Bridge.
Mafumba Ward Councillor, Mabby Siachibaka, has called for immediate intervention from the Zimba Town Council, expressing concerns that residents… pic.twitter.com/YrkHxKt805
— Diamond Media (@diamondtvzambia) December 18, 2024
3. Greater Giyani Municipality Facebook page ,Section F streets rehabilitation project underway, South Africa
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14dp8JWCs2/
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid0H6F79od3hAbuQAiGF3F7wrSoLFDjtNM5VQNcqubMYMMCWRFVpsUBwmiVdfZgGjszl&id=100064541658512
4. Limpopo News 24/7, report when construction work was going on for Section F street rehabilitation project https://www.facebook.com/groups/450863121605870/posts/greater-giyani-municipality-announced-that-the-construction-of-culvert-bridge-in/26151670407765122/