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Trust Freddy
Herald Correspondent
GeoPomona Waste Management (Pvt) Limited emerged as the biggest winner at the Project Management Achievement Awards ceremony held last night.
The event was organised by the Chartered Institute of Project Management Zimbabwe (CIPMZ), in recognition of its exceptional project management excellence.
The 2024 Project Managers Achievement Awards sought to celebrate the most innovative and outstanding achievements in the projects industry by recognising and rewarding pioneers, innovators, and trailblazers who are shaping the future of the industry.
Among other reputable companies that excelled were WestProp Properties, Fossil Contracting, Econet Wireless, Dinson Iron and Steel Company (Disco Steel), Tensor Systems, Bitumen World, Sunway City, Evergreen Construction, First Choice Group of Schools and Hiddekel Investment.
The Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries, led by Prophet Walter Magaya, scooped the Mega Project of the Year award for constructing The Heart Stadium, which was officially commissioned by President Mnangagwa.
Under the same category, Harvest House International Church also received an award for constructing a multi-million-dollar auditorium at Selborne Brooke in Bulawayo, while another award went to Dinson Iron and Steel Company’s US$1.5 billion steel plant in Manhize, which recently reached 60 percent operating capacity utilisation.
GeoPomona, fronted by Dr Delish Nguwaya, scooped the Overall Project of the Year award after bagging the Health, Safety, Security, and Environment Award, the Innovation for Sustainability Award, and having the Most Innovative Young Project Director of the Year.
Speaking on behalf of the Minister of Industry and Commerce, Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr Thomas Utete Wushe urged project managers to continue making positive contributions to Zimbabwe’s economy, social protection, and environmental sustainability.
“The future of Zimbabwe is bright, and I am confident that we will continue to make progress towards our shared goals.
“The projects that we manage, big and small, are the building blocks of our future. They are the tools we use to create a society that is more just, prosperous and resilient.”
Dr Wushe also commended the award winners saying their efforts align with the country’s vision of achieving an upper-middle-income economy by 2030.
Dr Delish Nguwaya, executive chairman and CEO of Geo Pomona Waste Management credited the company’s award to its hard work and dedication, which has earned them widespread recognition in the region.
“This comes through hard work,” Dr Nguwaya said. “As you are aware, GeoPomona has now gone regional, and the region is embracing our project. In fact, everyone in the region wants us to replicate the same project, as it has become a benchmark for the region and internationally. I believe we have done exceptionally well as an organisation.”
Elder Lovemore Mazuru who received the awards on behalf of PHD ministries said: “This is being made possible by the conducive environment which the Second Republic is creating in this country. We are pushing the vision of the Ministry of Sports so that we remove the young people from the streets where they may end up abusing drugs or engaging in uncouth activities.”
The board chairman of the Chartered Institute of Project Managers Zimbabwe (CIPMZ), Engineer Themba Kumbula said: “Let us continue to support and celebrate our project management community, striving always for excellence, innovation, and professionalism. Let us continue to work together to build a brighter, more prosperous future for all Zimbabweans.”
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