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Daniel Chigunwe | Herald Correspondent
Zimbabwe’s digital transformation agenda has received a significant boost following the launch of Saekue, a locally developed property technology (PropTech) platform that is harnessing fintech-driven solutions to make real estate transactions safer, more transparent and accessible.
The platform enters the market as the Government intensifies efforts to build a digital economy under Vision 2030, which seeks to transform Zimbabwe into an upper-middle-income economy anchored on innovation, technology and efficient service delivery.
Saekue aims to tackle persistent challenges in the property sector, including fraudulent listings, unreliable property information, unverified intermediaries and limited access to credible market data.
The digital marketplace enables users to search for residential, commercial and investment properties through a structured verification system designed to improve transparency and strengthen investor confidence.
Saekue co-founder and managing director, Mr Harmony Mazai, said technology is increasingly becoming a key driver in modernising Zimbabwe’s real estate sector.
“At Saekue, we believe the future of Zimbabwean real estate must be digital, searchable and built on verified information,” he said.
“Property buyers today are looking for confidence and transparency before committing their hard-earned money, and technology provides the tools to make that possible.”
Mr Mazai said the platform was created to bridge information gaps that often expose buyers and investors to unnecessary risks.
“The biggest challenge in the property market is not demand but trust. By making verified property information easier to access, we are helping buyers make informed decisions while creating opportunities for professional estate agents and developers to distinguish themselves through credibility and transparency,” he said.
Unlike conventional property listing platforms, Saekue incorporates additional data points such as water availability, solar readiness, security features, title and documentation status, as well as neighbourhood information, providing users with a more comprehensive assessment of properties.
Industry analysts say such innovations are becoming increasingly important as Zimbabwe embraces digital financial and property solutions aimed at improving efficiency, reducing transaction risks and enhancing investor confidence.
The platform is also targeting Zimbabweans living abroad, a market that continues to contribute significantly to investment in the local property sector despite challenges associated with distance and information verification.
Mr Mazai said digital platforms have the potential to unlock greater participation from diaspora investors.
“Many Zimbabweans abroad want to invest back home, but uncertainty often stands in the way. Through verified information, educational resources and a transparent property discovery process, we are reducing those barriers and helping investors engage with greater confidence,” he said.
Beyond property listings, the platform provides educational resources covering title deeds, agreements of sale, property transfers, buyer obligations and fraud prevention, helping to cultivate a more informed and secure property market.
The emergence of platforms such as Saekue highlights the growing role of fintech and PropTech innovations in reshaping traditional industries, supporting Zimbabwe’s modernisation agenda and creating smarter, technology-driven investment pathways.
As the country advances towards its Vision 2030 goals, digital solutions in sectors such as real estate are expected to play an increasingly important role in promoting transparency, strengthening investor trust and expanding economic opportunities.
Peter Tanyanyiwa