Online Reporter
Nyore Madzianike
Senior Court Reporter
THE Ministry of Local Government and Public Works has engaged the International Labour Organisation (ILO) as the main consultant during a workshop being held today in Harare to deliberate on the Construction Contractors Bill 2025, as efforts to finalise the
proposed legislation gather pace ahead of its presentation to Parliament.
The workshop has drawn stakeholders from across the construction industry, who are contributing to the Bill’s finalisation.
Local Government and Public Works Minister Daniel Garwe said the Bill was being fast-tracked in line with President Mnangagwa’s development agenda under the Second Republic.
Minister Garwe said the Bill will address the regulation of reserved sectors and safeguard the interests of local contractors.
He added that the ILO was brought on board as a lead consultant, with additional input from institutions of higher learning and other key stakeholders.
The proposed legislation seeks to regulate contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and other service providers in the construction sector, in line with the Act.
It will also establish minimum standards, promote best practices, and ensure quality workmanship across the industry.
The Bill aims to support research, development, training, capacity building and innovation in the construction sector.
It will also mandate the enforcement and monitoring of minimum employment conditions in collaboration with relevant authorities, with a focus on compliance with labour laws and social security obligations.
