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Residents demand accountability over CDF

Frustrated residents across Masvingo province have written to their elected representatives demanding transparency and accountability in the use of Constituency Development Funds (CDF) and ploughback funds, citing a lack of progress on bas…

Published: 30 Jun 2025 at 13:06hrs | 71 | by Staff reporter

Cautious optimism over Old Gwanda Road upgrade

Ward 19 councillor for Maphisa, Nqobizitha Ngwenya of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has expressed cautious optimism following a presentation by Zwane Investments, the company contracted to upgrade the Old Gwanda Road into a mode…

Published: 30 Jun 2025 at 13:04hrs | 201 | by Staff reporter

Maphisa Hospital set for major upgrade, to train nurses

Plans are underway to transform Maphisa Hospital into a functional nurse training centre, in a move aimed at revitalising the healthcare system and fast-tracking development in Matabeleland South province.The announcement was made by Provi…

Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 12:10hrs | 211 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls Airport set for major security upgrade

The Airports Company of Zimbabwe (ACZ) has unveiled plans to upgrade the Integrated Security System at three of the country's key international airports - Victoria Falls International Airport, Robert Mugabe International Airport, and Joshu…

Published: 05 Jun 2025 at 09:57hrs | 134 | by Staff reporter

Econet completes network upgrade

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe has successfully completed its comprehensive network infrastructure modernisation programme, positioning the telecoms giant for a new era of digital innovation and growth. The upgrade, finalised in the second half …

Published: 04 Jun 2025 at 09:45hrs | 831 | by Staff reporter

Revenue improves after Beitbridge upgrade

Government revenue at the Beitbridge Border Post has surged significantly following the completion of its modernisation, showcasing a successful example of how public-private partnerships (PPPs) can drive infrastructure-led growth in Zimba…

Published: 26 May 2025 at 08:35hrs | 625 | by Staff reporter

BCC battle illegal environmental activities

The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has intensified efforts to clamp down on illegal gold mining, sand poaching, and firewood theft-activities that are wreaking havoc on the environment and jeopardising the city's already strained water supply…

Published: 21 May 2025 at 08:56hrs | 191 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe return to big stage

For the first time in over two decades, Zimbabwe is back on Test cricket's most storied stage. On Thursday, the Chevrons will walk out at Trent Bridge to face England in a one-off four-day Test - a symbolic and significant return to red-ba…

Published: 21 May 2025 at 08:55hrs | 265 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo open to PPPs in upgrading sporting facilities

The City of Bulawayo has expressed its willingness to embrace Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) in a bid to upgrade its sporting infrastructure, with officials saying such collaborations could enhance the city's ability to host major spor…

Published: 21 May 2025 at 08:53hrs | 86 | by Staff reporter

Upgrade of Hwange thermal station's old units begins

Officials from India's Jindal Steel and Power Company are finalising contracts and assessments for a major refurbishment of six aging generation units at the Hwange Thermal Power Station. The ambitious project, scheduled to commence in ear…

Published: 01 Dec 2024 at 08:49hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter

Joint venture to upgrade Harare-Nyamapanda Road

The Zimbabwean Cabinet, under the leadership of Honourable Anxious Masuka, Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, convened to review the latest developments on the 2023/2024 summer crop marketing season, fo…

Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 06:57hrs | 215 | by Staff reporter

One-stop-shop for Victoria Falls road upgrade

The Zimbabwean government has established a one-stop-shop to streamline coordination between key stakeholders and expedite the finalisation of a concession agreement for the rehabilitation of the Beitbridge-Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Highway.…

Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 07:54hrs | 1169 | by Staff reporter

Beitbridge border automated services undergo upgrade

The Department of Immigration in Zimbabwe has initiated the upgrading of its automated services to align with the modernised Beitbridge Border Post, one of the busiest land ports of entry in Africa. The port, which handles around seven mil…

Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 07:48hrs | 149 | by Staff reporter

Victoria Falls Road set for immediate upgrade

The Government has approved a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with Bitumen World to rebuild the Beitbridge-Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road, with work set to begin immediately. This was announced by Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Ser…

Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 07:46hrs | 1450 | by Staff reporter

WATCH: Zinara to upgrade top six tollgates

THE Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) is upgrading six priority toll gates to plaza status in a bid to boost revenue collection and enhance the safety of motorists and staff.The earmarked tollgates are in high traffic routes i…

Published: 06 Apr 2024 at 10:48hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Japan gives Zimbabwe US$ 17.4m for road upgrade

Last Friday, Japan and Zimbabwe finalized an agreement for the improvement of the North-South Corridor Phase 2 road.Funded by Japan, the construction between Makuti and Hell's Gate (Mana Pools turnoff) will receive a grant of US$17.44 mill…

Published: 13 Mar 2024 at 05:12hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Harare-Chirundu highway upgrade starts

THE long-awaited widening and upgrading of the 352-kilometre Harare-Chirundu highway has started with all the contractors on site. The upgrade has seen two of the five contractors identified to undertake the project, now opening detours in…

Published: 01 Feb 2024 at 04:56hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Insiza tourist attractions set for upgrade

NESTLED on the picturesque landscapes and rich mineral deposits of Matebeleland South, Insiza District will soon be etched as one of the country's most sought-after tourist hubs as envisioned by the local authority.Plans are underway to de…

Published: 10 Jan 2024 at 05:41hrs | 19 | by Staff reporter

NetOne undertaking a network upgrade

TELECOMMUNICATIONS company NetOne Cellular Pvt Ltd is undertaking a network upgrade aimed at consistently delivering exceptional service.In a statement, the company said it is steadfast in its commitment to delivering top-tier services to …

Published: 08 Dec 2023 at 05:35hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

ZETDC launches nationwide prepaid meter upgrade

ZIMBABWE Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC) has embarked on a nationwide project to upgrade prepaid meters.The meter upgrade is set to commence on 15 November.In a statement, ZETDC said in-order to facilitate the met…

Published: 15 Nov 2023 at 05:10hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga says Mnangagwa deserves another term

VICE-PRESIDENT Dr Constantino Chiwenga yesterday implored the electorate to vote for President Mnangagwa in the August 23 harmonised elections as he has religiously fulfilled the promises he made when he assumed power in 2017.Speaking duri…

Published: 03 Aug 2023 at 06:44hrs | 19 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa commissions Mthuli Ncube clinic

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday said Government will upgrade health infrastructure at the country's major hospitals in line with international standards as the Second Republic continues to improve health care for citizens.The Second Republic…

Published: 03 Aug 2023 at 06:44hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Mmnangagwa says major hospitals to undergo upgrading

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday said Government will upgrade health infrastructure at the country's major hospitals in line with international standards as the Second Republic continues to improve health care for citizens.The Second Republic…

Published: 03 Aug 2023 at 06:43hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Kazungula, Victoria Falls borders set for upgrades

GOVERNMENT plans to upgrade Kazungula and Victoria Falls border posts into modern state-of-the-art "one stop" facilities.Kazungula, the border with Botswana and Victoria Falls leading into Zambia, are two land borders linking the country's…

Published: 23 May 2023 at 06:38hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Government to start upgrading Nkayi Airstrip

GOVERNMENT will next month start upgrading Nkayi Airstrip in Matabeleland North Province with $40 million already set aside for the project as the Second Republic continues to roll out key infrastructure development across the country.The …

Published: 15 Feb 2023 at 05:01hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

$3 billion for RG Mugabe Airport upgrade, amid faulty radar system

THE upgrading of the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport in Harare has been allocated ZW$3.1 billion by Finance minister Mthuli Ncube as fears mount that the port of entry has become a major conduit for smugglers due to inadequate …

Published: 29 Nov 2022 at 17:59hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Tollgate upgrades programme underway

GOVERNMENT has said plans are underway to upgrade all toll-gates across the country and making them uniform in line with the modern standard set on those along the Plumtree-Mutare Highway.Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister,…

Published: 26 Oct 2022 at 05:53hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Econet to upgrade 150 base stations in Bulawayo

Telecommunication and technology giant Econet Wireless Zimbabwe is planning to upgrade and deploy new network infrastructure across the Matabeleland region in the coming few months to enhance customer experience.Speaking at the re-opening …

Published: 04 Oct 2022 at 06:06hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe infrastructure upgrades to boost revenue performance

GOVERNMENT expects the on-going infrastructural development projects, particularly the upgrading of major highways, to impact positively on revenue performance through improved transport and logistics movement, which enhances trade facilit…

Published: 01 Aug 2022 at 06:34hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

$7 billion to upgrade tollgates infrastructure

THE Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) has set aside $7 billion for the upgrading of all tollgates across the country as part of efforts to plug revenue leakages and improve efficiency.Most tollgates across the country had been…

Published: 18 Jun 2022 at 07:24hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Major road rehab projects begin in Bulawayo

A massive rehabilitation of critical roads is set to begin in Bulawayo under the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme Phase 2 (ERRP2), as the Government presses ahead with efforts to improve roads across the country.The roads earmarked …

Published: 14 Jun 2022 at 06:33hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Tollgates set for major upgrade

ALL tollgates along the country's major highways will undergo major upgrades and redevelopment this year under a targeted programme meant to reduce on-site traffic congestion and revenue leakages.The Tollgate Development Plan will begin wi…

Published: 16 Jan 2022 at 08:53hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Econet to embark on major data network upgrade

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe, which controls 98 percent of the Long Term Evolution data customer market share, has announced a major data network upgrade that will see the mobile network market leader achieve 100 percent 3G coverage across the…

Published: 13 Jul 2017 at 07:02hrs | | by Staff reporter

Haefelis Bulawayo upgrade deferred

THE completion of upgrade works at Simbisa Foods' Haefelis outlet in Bulawayo has been deferred to September. The renovations started in March and were initially expected to take six weeks under a $100,000 budget. Group chief executive off…

Published: 20 Jun 2016 at 06:57hrs | 3 | by Bianca Mlilo

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