17 Article II Temporary Offices and Related Facilities (a) The Government shall within 30 days following the signature of this Memorandum of Understanding and for a period of two years or until the Permanent Branch Office building is completed, whichever date is earlier, place at the disposal of the Bank for the Bank's use and occupancy, fully-serviced temporary offices at Eastgate Building, Robert Mugabe Road, Harare, as more fully described in Annex A to the present Memorandum of Understanding. (b) Notwithstanding the provisions of the preceding paragraph, but without prejudice to the obligations of the parties thereunder, the parties may agree that the Bank may use the Temporary Offices or any part thereof before taking possession thereof. (c) The Government shall provide to the Bank at the Temporary Offices the additional facilities set forth in Annex B to the present Memorandum of Understanding. The Bank shall pay to the Government for the use and occupancy of the Temporary Offices and facilities a sum of one US dollar. Article III Maintenance and Repair of Temporary Office (a) The Bank shall, in accordance with the Lease Agreement to be concluded between the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe and Old Mutual Properties, be responsible,after taking possession of the Temporary Offices, for the orderly maintenance and minor repair of the Temporary Offices. The Government shall be responsible for all charges in respect of the supply of public utility services (including electricity, water and rates) and/or any taxes on real property, tenancy taxes, insurance or any other charges that may be required by the laws of Zimbabwe. (b) The Government shall, in accordance with the Lease Agreement with Old Mutual Properties, be responsible for the prevention and repair of any major damage to the Temporary Offices and for the installation and repair of public utility and related essential services and air-conditioning installations. (c) The Bank and the Government shall consult with each other and agree on any alterations, modifications or extensions to the Temporary Offices, as may be considered necessary by the Bank. (d) The Government shall take the necessary steps to ensure that the use made of areas and buildings in the vicinity of the premises shall not diminish the amenities of the premises or otherwise adversely affect their usefulness for the purposes for which they are used by the Bank. (e) The Bank agrees to provide passes to duly authorised officials or agents of the Government for the purpose of enabling them to inspect, repair, maintain, construct and relocate utilities, conduits, mains and sewers within the premises of the Temporary Offices. - 17 -

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