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CMED CONSTRUCTION DRIVES NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT WITH CIVIL WORKS EXCELLENCE
CMED (Pvt) Ltd has firmly established itself as a leading and trusted partner in the construction and maintenance of civil works across Zimbabwe. Renowned for its strong commitment to excellence and a proven track record of successful ventures, the company guarantees superior service and satisfaction for every client. The organization’s motto, “It’s Gone Better,” reflects
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HOUSING WORKSHOP HELD AHEAD OF 2026 STRATEGIC PLAN
The Ministry of National Housing and Social Amenities recently convened its Pre-Strategic Planning Stakeholder Workshop in Harare, marking the first step towards crafting its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan. The workshop brought together key players from across the housing delivery sector to share insights, expectations and recommendations to guide the Ministry’s planning process for the forthcoming National
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ARCHITECTS COUNCIL HAILS LOCAL AUTHORITIES’ COMMITMENT TO PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
The Architects Council of Zimbabwe (ACZ) has welcomed the firm commitment demonstrated by various local authorities to fully enforce the provisions of the Architects Act Chapter 27:01 and the new Statutory Instrument 56 of 2025 (SI 56/2025). This critical legislation introduces mandatory registration categories for architectural professionals and is seen by the ACZ as a
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ZBCA ACADEMY LAUNCHED AMID CALLS TO EMBRACE INNOVATION AND DIGITAL FUTURE
The Zimbabwe Building Contractors Association (ZBCA) marked a significant step in the modernization of the nation’s infrastructure sector with the launch of the ZBCA Academy in Nyanga recently. The new institution is set to deliver targeted and accredited programs designed to equip builders, site staff, and emerging entrepreneurs with skills crucial for the industry’s future.
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ZIMBABWE MOVES TO ESTABLISH REGULATORY AUTHORITY FOR CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
Zimbabwe has formally initiated the consultation process for the development of a comprehensive Contractors Construction Bill; a major legislative effort designed to overhaul the country’s infrastructure sector and enforce stringent adherence to quality and professional standards. The proposed law is intended to establish a Construction Contractors Authority, a new regulatory body that will introduce much-needed
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INFRASTRUCTURE MINISTRY SCOOPS TOP HONOUR AT NATIONAL EMPOWERMENT AWARDS
The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development secured another major distinction in its recent run of success, clinching the prestigious Most Outstanding Ministry Award at the 5th Annual Legacy Empowerment Awards 2025. The high-profile ceremony was held this evening at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) under the theme, “Creating a legacy of patriotism and
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ASPHALT PLANTS SET TO FUEL ZIMBABWE’S INFRASTRUCTURE DRIVE
The Government of Zimbabwe, through the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development, has launched a comprehensive recapitalisation program for the Department of Roads, marking a critical step toward achieving the infrastructure goals set out in Vision 2030. This ambitious drive aims to drastically upscale the nation’s capacity for road construction and maintenance, moving the country
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CEMENT PRICES SURGE 42 PC AMID ‘UNPRECEDENTED’ CONSTRUCTION BOOM
Cement prices in Zimbabwe have increased by 42 percent over the past two months due to an “unprecedented” boom in construction activity, compounded by constraints on local supply and imports. Prices have surged to about US$17 from US$12 per 50 kg bag, a survey by this publication reveals. The steep price hike-equating to a US$5
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CONSTRUCTION SECTOR CONVENES IN NYANGA: DECARBONIZATION KEY TO SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
The Zimbabwe Building Contractors Association (ZBCA) is set to host its Annual Conference at Troutbeck Inn, Nyanga, from November 19-22, 2025, gathering industry leaders and policymakers for critical discussions focused on decarbonizing the construction sector. The event is a pivotal moment for the industry, which globally accounts for a staggering estimated 37-40% of total energy
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RAIL CHALLENGES DRIVE ZIM TRANSPORTATION COSTS
Inefficiencies in Zimbabwe’s national rail infrastructure are driving the cost of transportation for key bulk mineral commodities, severely undermining the country’s competitiveness in global markets. Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe (MMCZ) marketing manager, Mr Gumisai Nenzou, told journalists after the corporation’s annual general meeting last week that the reliance on the costly road transport was
