adminwere estimated to cost US$285 million, would start by June.
“These two 330 kV lines are expected to provide power to manganese mining projects and cotton (processors),” Mubemba said.
Mubemba said Zesco had already agreed the financing of the projects, which would supply the northern and eastern parts of the country, with the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China.
“We expect the contractor to start work by May-June this year and both projects should be completed within 18 months,” Mubemba said. — Reuters.
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Notable progress on Melfort Bridge construction
Victor Maphosa Mashonaland East Bureau CONSTRUCTION of the new Melfort Bridge along the Harare-Mutare Highway has surpassed the 40 percent completion mark, signalling steady progress on a key infrastructure project…
