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Zim Real Estate Conference set for Harare
Westprop Holdings will again this year headline the Zimbabwe Real Estate conference to be held in Harare running under the theme ‘Driving growth, seizing opportunity’. More than 300 guests and 100 companies are expected to grace the conference to be held on 28 August, 2024 at the Golden Conifer. WestProp CEO Mr Ken Sharpe will…
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NEWLY COMPLETED MILTON PARK MEDICAL CENTRE BY MASHONALAND HOLDINGS
Located in Harare, Zimbabwe, Milton Park Medical Centre stands as a beacon of advanced medical care. This state-of-the-art facility caters to not only Zimbabwean residents but also patients from neighbouring countries, offering a comprehensive range of services. One of the hospital’s hallmarks is its well-equipped emergency department. A dedicated team of doctors and nurses are…
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THE CONSTRUCTION BOOM RESHAPING NORTHERN HARARE’S SKYLINE
Harare, the vibrant capital of Zimbabwe, is experiencing a surge in construction activity, particularly in its northern suburbs. This surge is transforming the city’s skyline, replacing open fields with towering edifices and sprawling complexes. Fuelling the Boom: The construction boom in northern Harare can be attributed to a confluence of factors. Zimbabwe’s economic recovery, after…
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IDBZ acquires more land for construction projects
The Infrastructure and Development Bank of Zimbabwe (IDBZ) has acquired significant pieces of land in the southern parts of Zimbabwe for the development of commercial and residential properties. The projects aim to address the growing need for modern housing and essential services in the region. In the border town of Plumtree, the IDBZ acquired approximately…
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Chisipite Shopping Centre to Close For Year-Long Redevelopment
Chisipite Shopping Centre is slated for extensive redevelopment starting at the end of this month. The shopping centre closed for renovations at the end of June and is expected to reopen in the second quarter of 2025. While the temporary closure will impact many tenants, especially those whose single branch is at Chisipite, the long-term…
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Boost for construction sector: Steel starts rolling out of Manhize plant
THE US$1,5 billion steel plant in Manhize is set to commence actual production in the next two weeks after test runs conducted this week flawlessly produced pig iron. Touted as Africa’s largest integrated steel manufacturing plant, it was constructed by Dinson Iron and Steel Company (Dinson) — one of the three local subsidiaries of China’s…
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HARARE PAVES THE WAY FOR SADC SUMMIT AND BEYOND
The rumble of construction equipment and the flurry of activity along Harare’s major roads herald a period of transformation. This surge in infrastructure development is fuelled by Zimbabwe’s upcoming role as host of the 44th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit in August 2024. While the primary aim is to create a smooth experience for…
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Construction Sector Growth Expected to Continue Beyond 2027
The construction industry in Zimbabwe is anticipated to maintain its upward growth trajectory beyond 2027, supported by substantial government-funded infrastructure projects. Key initiatives such as dam construction, road rehabilitation, and the development of a new city in Mt Hampden are projected to anchor this sustained growth, highlighting the government’s commitment to economic development amid climate…
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Old Mazowe Road opens to the public today
The first 7km section of the Chairman Mao Boulevard, formerly known as Old Mazowe Road, is set to open to traffic today after undergoing a comprehensive upgrade. This stretch of road, running from the Westgate roundabout to Gwebi River Crossing, has been widened, resurfaced, and remarked as part of the project. This development marks a…
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UNPACKING THE POTENTIAL OF PRECINCTS IN MODERN HARARE
Harare’s long-established low-density suburbs, once a hallmark of affluence, are experiencing a shift. Sprawling single-family homes on expansive plots are no longer the sole aspiration for residents. A new generation, with evolving needs and a preference for a more connected lifestyle, is emerging. This presents a unique opportunity for the development of modern, high-density precincts…
