Online Reporter
Arron Nyamayaro
THE Government is not pleased to see the demolition of houses but proper planning of cities and towns is key to building a productive, inclusive and sustainable Zimbabwe, a Cabinet Minister has said.
National Housing and Social Amenities Minister, Professor Paul Mavima, said housing and property development are central to Zimbabwe’s vision of becoming an upper-middle-income economy by 2030.
Prof Mavima made these remarks when he officially opened the three-day Zimbabwe Property Expo in Harare yesterday.
“We are not pleased to see the demolition of houses built due to some irregularities caused by land barons and irresponsible investors,” he said.
He said housing development creates communities, serviced land enables families to build homes and wealth and commercial and industrial property supports businesses and job creation.
“The theme of this year’s Expo, ‘Zimbabwe’s Growth Story: Showcasing Zimbabwe’s Property Investment Hotspots,’ is both timely and significant.”
The Minister said Government cannot close the housing and infrastructure gap alone and called for partnerships to deliver the target of one million housing units under National Development Strategy 2.
He said investors need confidence, clarity and predictability, noting that Government will continue improving the policy and regulatory environment to support “conception to delivery.”
He said technology will also shape the future of the sector, citing artificial intelligence, PropTech, digital platforms and smart buildings, while stressing that speed must not compromise standards.
Dr Tafadzwa Makoni, board chairperson of the Zimbabwe Property Expo, said the event is deliberately positioned as a buyer-driven platform.
Dr Makoni said the programme is structured around three tracks: a professional and industry-focused stream, an investment-focused track for buyers and diaspora investors, and an additional platform for women and the next generation of property leaders.
