NewsBy Nigel PfundeBulawayo–ZINARA board chairperson George Manyaya said the agency remains focused on collecting and disbursing road funds efficiently in line with its statutory mandate.“We are cognisant of the expectations placed on us to collect and disburse effectively to the various road authorities as per our mandate,” Manyaya said.He applauded the government for adopting a coordinated approach to the country’s infrastructure needs.“We are grateful for the whole of government approach being implemented by the Ministries of Provincial Affairs, Transport, Finance and Tourism in ensuring that the Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Road is completed in time. This road is strategic to our tourism,” he added.Manyaya said that while tourism traditionally revolves around amenities, attractions and accommodation the sector cannot thrive without reliable and accessible transport networks.“There are various determinants of tourism like amenities, attractions and accommodation, but the other one we are experiencing today is the accessibility aspect, where we need to play our role in connecting people, goods and services along this critical economic road. Roads are not just infrastructure; they are economic arteries,” he said.Improved accessibility to major tourist sites, he noted, would enhance visitor experience, reduce travel time and strengthen Zimbabwe’s position as a competitive regional destination.“By rehabilitating our roads, we are powering trade, mobility and ultimately tourism.
We are indeed a tourism enabler,” he said.The Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Road is one of the country’s busiest tourism corridor and it’s rehabilitation is expected to boost arrivals into the region once completed.It links travellers to key destinations such as Hwange, Victoria Falls and the Kazungula border.ZINARA said it will continue to work with all government arms and stakeholders to ensure the timely completion of the project .Leave a ReplyCancel reply NewsBy Nigel PfundeBulawayo–ZINARA board chairperson George Manyaya said the agency remains focused on collecting and disbursing road funds efficiently in line with its statutory mandate.“We are cognisant of the expectations placed on us to collect and disburse effectively to the various road authorities as per our mandate,” Manyaya said.He applauded the government for adopting a coordinated approach to the country’s infrastructure needs.“We are grateful for the whole of government approach being implemented by the Ministries of Provincial Affairs, Transport, Finance and Tourism in ensuring that the Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Road is completed in time. We are indeed a tourism enabler,” he said.The Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Road is one of the country’s busiest tourism corridor and it’s rehabilitation is expected to boost arrivals into the region once completed.It links travellers to key destinations such as Hwange, Victoria Falls and the Kazungula border.ZINARA said it will continue to work with all government arms and stakeholders to ensure the timely completion of the project . Bulawayo–ZINARA board chairperson George Manyaya said the agency remains focused on collecting and disbursing road funds efficiently in line with its statutory mandate.
“We are cognisant of the expectations placed on us to collect and disburse effectively to the various road authorities as per our mandate,” Manyaya said. He applauded the government for adopting a coordinated approach to the country’s infrastructure needs. “We are grateful for the whole of government approach being implemented by the Ministries of Provincial Affairs, Transport, Finance and Tourism in ensuring that the Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Road is completed in time.
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This road is strategic to our tourism,” he added. Manyaya said that while tourism traditionally revolves around amenities, attractions and accommodation the sector cannot thrive without reliable and accessible transport networks. “There are various determinants of tourism like amenities, attractions and accommodation, but the other one we are experiencing today is the accessibility aspect, where we need to play our role in connecting people, goods and services along this critical economic road.
Roads are not just infrastructure; they are economic arteries,” he said. Improved accessibility to major tourist sites, he noted, would enhance visitor experience, reduce travel time and strengthen Zimbabwe’s position as a competitive regional destination. “By rehabilitating our roads, we are powering trade, mobility and ultimately tourism.
We are indeed a tourism enabler,” he said. The Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Road is one of the country’s busiest tourism corridor and it’s rehabilitation is expected to boost arrivals into the region once completed.
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