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Hwange industrial project boosts power
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Zimbabwe's industrialisation drive is gaining momentum as the Zhong Jin He Li Energy project in Hwange moves into Phase Two expansion, a development expected to significantly increase power generation and industrial output.
The project, established in 2023, is a large-scale industrial complex combining coking, waste heat recovery, power generation and cement manufacturing under a circular production model aimed at improving efficiency and reducing waste.
Production Manager Wen Li said the facility has become one of Zimbabwe's key private sector power producers, with Phase One already feeding electricity into the national grid. He added that Phase Two will double coke production capacity, further strengthening output.
The plant currently produces about 250,000 tonnes annually, with a second phase expected to add a similar capacity using upgraded technology designed to capture and reuse heat and gas emissions.
Maintenance Engineer Frank Fang said the project also reduces environmental impact by recycling coal ash from power generation into cement production, limiting industrial waste disposal.
Beyond its technical scope, the investment has created employment opportunities for local communities. Workers interviewed said the project has provided stable jobs, skills development, and improved household incomes in Hwange and surrounding areas.
Company representatives said the workforce currently stands at about 500 employees, including subcontractors, and is expected to grow to around 700 once Phase Two is fully operational.
The company says it aims to balance industrial expansion with community development, positioning the project as part of Zimbabwe's broader Vision 2030 industrialisation strategy focused on growth, jobs, and energy security.
The project, established in 2023, is a large-scale industrial complex combining coking, waste heat recovery, power generation and cement manufacturing under a circular production model aimed at improving efficiency and reducing waste.
Production Manager Wen Li said the facility has become one of Zimbabwe's key private sector power producers, with Phase One already feeding electricity into the national grid. He added that Phase Two will double coke production capacity, further strengthening output.
The plant currently produces about 250,000 tonnes annually, with a second phase expected to add a similar capacity using upgraded technology designed to capture and reuse heat and gas emissions.
Maintenance Engineer Frank Fang said the project also reduces environmental impact by recycling coal ash from power generation into cement production, limiting industrial waste disposal.
Beyond its technical scope, the investment has created employment opportunities for local communities. Workers interviewed said the project has provided stable jobs, skills development, and improved household incomes in Hwange and surrounding areas.
Company representatives said the workforce currently stands at about 500 employees, including subcontractors, and is expected to grow to around 700 once Phase Two is fully operational.
The company says it aims to balance industrial expansion with community development, positioning the project as part of Zimbabwe's broader Vision 2030 industrialisation strategy focused on growth, jobs, and energy security.
Source - zbc
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