BusinessNewsNyanga- ZIMBABWE Building Contractors Association (ZBCA) president Tinashe Manzungu has challenged the construction sector to evolve or risk being left behind.Manzungu, who was speaking during the launch of the ZBCA Academy in Nyanga recently, said the survival of the construction sector hinges on quickly adapting to the existing fluid operating environment.“Innovation is no longer an optional but the engine of resilience in an environment characterised by changing regulations, rising expectations and digital disruption.“Zimbabwe’s construction sector cannot risk being left behind and thus should evolve. The industry now demands digital highways that connect rural communities to global markets, building green structures that reduce carbon footprint and engineering smart cities that redefine. This is our moment to lead, innovate and deliver,” said Manzungu.The former president of the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce, urged the construction sector to innovate in keeping with the huge investments being made in the sector.“Zimbabwe’s construction sector is undergoing a strategic evolution.
From the iconic Trabablas Interchange to the expansive Mt Hampden Government Precinct, the nation’s infrastructure narrative is being reshaped by cranes, concrete, and conviction.“Between 2020 and first quarter of 2025, over US$3.1 billion has been invested in infrastructure projects spanning from roads, housing, energy, airports and social amenities,” he said.Speaking at the event, Manicaland provincial affairs minister Misheck Mugadza, says the government has outlined opportunities under the nation’s infrastructure development master plan.“This is a milestone for the country, and it is a clear sign that the president has created the right environment for the construction industry. We are a province gifted as far as tourism is concerned, and we have various opportunities, especially in the Eastern Highlands and Nyanga area, where there is a need for more hotels. We need to increase room capacity, which is still on the lower side.
In Mutare at the Christmas pass, Vumba and Chipinge, we all have stands for hotels,” he said.The conference was attended by stakeholders from regional countries including the ambassador of Tanzania to Zimbabwe, Her Excellency Susan Kaganda, Master Builders South Africa’s past president, Sam Ngcongo, Ambassador of Botswana to Zimbabwe, Her Excellency Sarah Molosiwa among others.The academy, which was launched during the ZBCA Annual conference, will offer targeted and accredited programmes that will equip builders, site staff and emerging entrepreneurs in identified areas of training. Apart from the ZBCA Academy launch, the organisation had also come up with a construction magazine that would among other things, cover topical issues and act as a directory for the sector.Leave a ReplyCancel reply BusinessNewsNyanga- ZIMBABWE Building Contractors Association (ZBCA) president Tinashe Manzungu has challenged the construction sector to evolve or risk being left behind.Manzungu, who was speaking during the launch of the ZBCA Academy in Nyanga recently, said the survival of the construction sector hinges on quickly adapting to the existing fluid operating environment.“Innovation is no longer an optional but the engine of resilience in an environment characterised by changing regulations, rising expectations and digital disruption.“Zimbabwe’s construction sector cannot risk being left behind and thus should evolve. Apart from the ZBCA Academy launch, the organisation had also come up with a construction magazine that would among other things, cover topical issues and act as a directory for the sector.
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Nyanga- ZIMBABWE Building Contractors Association (ZBCA) president Tinashe Manzungu has challenged the construction sector to evolve or risk being left behind. Manzungu, who was speaking during the launch of the ZBCA Academy in Nyanga recently, said the survival of the construction sector hinges on quickly adapting to the existing fluid operating environment. “Innovation is no longer an optional but the engine of resilience in an environment characterised by changing regulations, rising expectations and digital disruption.
“Zimbabwe’s construction sector cannot risk being left behind and thus should evolve. This is our moment to lead, innovate and deliver,” said Manzungu. The former president of the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce, urged the construction sector to innovate in keeping with the huge investments being made in the sector.
“Zimbabwe’s construction sector is undergoing a strategic evolution. From the iconic Trabablas Interchange to the expansive Mt Hampden Government Precinct, the nation’s infrastructure narrative is being reshaped by cranes, concrete, and conviction. “Between 2020 and first quarter of 2025, over US$3.1 billion has been invested in infrastructure projects spanning from roads, housing, energy, airports and social amenities,” he said.
Speaking at the event, Manicaland provincial affairs minister Misheck Mugadza, says the government has outlined opportunities under the nation’s infrastructure development master plan. “This is a milestone for the country, and it is a clear sign that the president has created the right environment for the construction industry. In Mutare at the Christmas pass, Vumba and Chipinge, we all have stands for hotels,” he said.
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