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MARONDERA’S INFRASTRUCTURE BOOM
Marondera City is experiencing a surge in structural development, positioning it as a dynamic hub for residential, commercial, and industrial growth in Zimbabwe. The city’s Central Business District (CBD) is undergoing a significant transformation with the near completion of a brand-new commercial hub, a project that is reshaping the city’s skyline. Exodus and Company, the
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CESA INDABA 2025: KEY OPPORTUNITY FOR ZIMBABWE’S INFRASTRUCTURE GROWTH
By Martin Chemhere A significant opportunity awaits Zimbabwe’s infrastructure development as the Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) announces its 2025 Infrastructure Indaba. With Zimbabwe facing pressing developmental priorities, including the revitalization of aging infrastructure and the pursuit of sustainable growth, participation in this event could prove invaluable. Sending a strong delegation of Zimbabwean engineers and
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BUILDING TOMORROW: GREEN SKILLS VITAL FOR ZIMBABWE’S CONSTRUCTION FUTURE
By Martin Chemhere The imperative for Zimbabwe’s construction sector to embrace green skills has become increasingly apparent, as the nation strives to balance rapid infrastructural development with pressing environmental concerns. Developing these skills, encompassing sustainable design and building practices, green technologies and materials, and efficient resource use, is no longer a luxury, but a necessity.
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GOVERNMENT, CEMENT PRODUCERS PARTNER TO IMPROVE COMPETITIVENESS
THE Government, through the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, is pursuing collaborations with cement manufacturers to improve the sector’s competitiveness, create employment and reduce cement imports. Zimbabwe is losing approximately US$50 million to cement imports, which have claimed 25 percent of the domestic market share, stifling the growth of the local cement industry. While local
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ZIMBABWE’S PROPERTY MARKET: GROWTH POTENTIAL AND ECONOMIC REALITIES
The Zimbabwean residential real estate market is undergoing a period of dynamic, albeit complex, evolution. Projections indicate a substantial valuation, with estimates placing the market at US$85.35 billion by 2025. This growth, however, is occurring within an economic landscape characterized by both opportunities and significant challenges. One of the primary drivers of this market activity
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MWOS FOOTBALL CLUB REVAMPS NGONI STADIUM IN NORTON
MWOS FC’s dedicated efforts to upgrade their home stadium, Ngoni Stadium in Norton, a project that began in November of the previous year, are now approaching a significant milestone. The renovations, aimed at bringing the facility up to Zimbabwe Premier League standards, have seen substantial progress in recent weeks. The club’s management has prioritized improvements
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SIGNIFICANT PROGRESS ON BULAWAYO NKAYI ROAD PROJECT
The rehabilitation of the Bulawayo-Nkayi Road has seen a significant surge in progress, marking a crucial step in enhancing infrastructure within Matabeleland North Province. This project, long awaited by local communities, is now demonstrating tangible results, reflecting the government’s commitment to improving national road networks. Recent reports highlight that contractors are actively working on designated
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VICTORIA FALLS SIGNS US$1.6M DEAL TO DEVELOP BB5 AND RAILWAY LOOP STANDS
The City of Victoria Falls has entered into a US$1.6 million agreement with Integrated Construction Projects (ICP), a civil engineering company, to service the BB5 and Railway Loop stands. BB5 is a prime piece of land comprising approximately 90 commercial stands located along Livingstone Way, behind Sawanga Mall. The Railway Loop, situated behind Shearwater Village,
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PIPING IN BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION: MATERIAL SELECTION AND APPLICATION
Material selection and application are foundational considerations within the realm of building and construction piping. The sheer diversity of available materials, from the time-honored metals like copper and steel to the contemporary plastics such as PVC and PEX, underscores the complexity of this field. Each material brings a unique set of properties to the table,
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GOVERNMENT COLLABORATES WITH LOCAL COMPANIES TO BUILD INFRASTRUCTURE
Zimbabwe’s infrastructure development is experiencing a significant boost through collaborative efforts between the government and private sector companies. This partnership is proving crucial in addressing the nation’s infrastructure deficit and driving economic growth. Notably, companies like Fossil Contracting and Masimba Holdings are actively involved in various projects, demonstrating the private sector’s capacity to deliver quality
