Online Reporter
Freeman Razemba
Senior Reporter
Progress is being reported on several major infrastructure projects across Zimbabwe, signalling a nationwide push to enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth in line with the Vision 2030 agenda.
In Masvingo, Mucheke River Bridge is in its final stages of completion and this critical component of the Masvingo urban bypass is expected to improve traffic flow and regional connectivity, forming a solid foundation for local economic development.
Meanwhile, the transformative 65km Gwanda-Maphisa Road project in Matabeleland South Province is progressing steadily, with priming operations now underway.
Designated as a legacy project for the province’s hosting of the 2026 national Independence Day celebrations, the road is firmly on track for completion by early next year.
The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development confirmed the developments.
“Priming is currently underway on the Gwanda-Maphisa Road construction project. This crucial work sets the stage for a smoother, stronger road ahead.”
Once finished, the upgraded corridor will drastically cut travel times between Gwanda and districts like Matobo. It will seamlessly link vital economic hubs, including the Arda Antelope estate and the Makwe Irrigation Scheme, to key tourist attractions.
The road also establishes the shortest route to Maphisa for travellers from Gwanda, Beitbridge and Masvingo, promising to unlock new opportunities in mining, agriculture and tourism while improving rural access to healthcare, education and markets.
Along the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road, rehabilitation and widening continues, with 25,3km already completed and opened to traffic. Work on the remaining 415,1km is ongoing, managed by eight contractors including Bitumen World, Fossil Contracting and Masimba Construction.
On the Bulawayo-Nkayi Road, surfacing is underway, with 12km of the new surface completed and opened to traffic.
In Manicaland, at the Christmas Pass By-Pass, progress is being made on the 31.2km essential bypass.
Contractor Leengate Private Limited is working on the US$99 million project, having completed 14,3km of land clearance and major work on five key access ramps. On site engineers report the project is over 20 percent complete.
These concerted efforts form the backbone of the Government’s infrastructure-led economic strategy.
