Government glues eyes on Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road Rehab Project

NewsBy Nigel Pfunde recently in Kezi, MaphisaKezi– The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development concluded a comprehensive assessment tour today of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road rehabilitation project on Friday.Contractors involved in the ambitious undertaking have assured government officials of their commitment to meeting established project deadlines.The rehabilitation initiative focuses on upgrading and widening the 440-kilometer highway, a critical artery connecting Bulawayo to the renowned tourism hub of Victoria Falls.To date, 47.5 kilometers of the road have been completed and opened to traffic, marking substantial progress in the program.The assessment delegation was led by Honourable Felix Mhona, Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, accompanied by Honourable Richard Moyo, Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Matabeleland North Province, and Xolani Ncube, the provincial roads engineer for Matabeleland North alongside other senior government officials.During the tour, Minister Mhona articulated the primary objective of the assessment to verify contractor presence on site and adherence to scheduled progress. He further emphasized that President Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a directive for the expedited completion of the road rehabilitation, aiming to enhance transportation efficiency for both motorists and tourists.“I am happy with the works that I have witnessed,” stated Minister Mhona.“Works are progressing well and by the end of this year, the road will be completed up to Victoria Falls.”Minister Richard Moyo echoed this sentiment, expressing satisfaction with the advancements and highlighting the significant benefits the improved highway will bring to Matabeleland North Province. “We are happy as a province, and we want to thank His Excellency President Mnangagwa,” he remarked.Minister Moyo elaborated that the project is segmented among eight contractors, each tasked with specific sections of the highway.

According to their pledges, each contractor aims to complete approximately 10 kilometers per month. “If they deliver on their promises, we could see 80 kilometres completed within one month, which shows that good progress is being made,” he added.This Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road Rehabilitation and Widening Project is an integral component of the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme Phase 2, a national initiative designed to modernize Zimbabwe’s road infrastructure.Engineer Jaravani Kangara, Director of Roads in the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development, confirmed additional progress on March 13, 2026, with the opening of another 5 kilometers of road in the Insiza area to traffic.Current Progress by Contractor:ContractorSection Completed (km)Fossil Contracting (Lot 1)6.2Masimba Construction (Lot 2)5.0Syvern Investment (Lot 3)5.0Bitumen Resources (Lot 4)5.4Tensor Systems (Lot 5)5.0Asphalt Products (Lot 6)0Bitumen World (Lot 7)0Linash Construction (Lot 8)0In addition to the above, Bitumen World has completed 20.9 kilometers on the Hwange section under the ERRP Phase 2 legacy projects. Cumulatively, 47.5 kilometers have been opened to traffic, with an estimated 392.9 kilometers remaining.Upon its completion, the upgraded highway is anticipated to:•Improve road safety for motorists•Reduce travel time between Bulawayo and Victoria Falls•Facilitate trade and transport•Strengthen Zimbabwe’s position as a regional logistics and tourism hubThe road is recognized as a vital corridor for both domestic and international tourism, given Victoria Falls’ status as one of Africa’s most frequented destinations.Leave a ReplyCancel reply NewsBy Nigel Pfunde recently in Kezi, MaphisaKezi– The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development concluded a comprehensive assessment tour today of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road rehabilitation project on Friday.Contractors involved in the ambitious undertaking have assured government officials of their commitment to meeting established project deadlines.The rehabilitation initiative focuses on upgrading and widening the 440-kilometer highway, a critical artery connecting Bulawayo to the renowned tourism hub of Victoria Falls.To date, 47.5 kilometers of the road have been completed and opened to traffic, marking substantial progress in the program.The assessment delegation was led by Honourable Felix Mhona, Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, accompanied by Honourable Richard Moyo, Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Matabeleland North Province, and Xolani Ncube, the provincial roads engineer for Matabeleland North alongside other senior government officials.During the tour, Minister Mhona articulated the primary objective of the assessment to verify contractor presence on site and adherence to scheduled progress.

Cumulatively, 47.5 kilometers have been opened to traffic, with an estimated 392.9 kilometers remaining.Upon its completion, the upgraded highway is anticipated to:•Improve road safety for motorists•Reduce travel time between Bulawayo and Victoria Falls•Facilitate trade and transport•Strengthen Zimbabwe’s position as a regional logistics and tourism hubThe road is recognized as a vital corridor for both domestic and international tourism, given Victoria Falls’ status as one of Africa’s most frequented destinations. Kezi– The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development concluded a comprehensive assessment tour today of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road rehabilitation project on Friday. Contractors involved in the ambitious undertaking have assured government officials of their commitment to meeting established project deadlines.The rehabilitation initiative focuses on upgrading and widening the 440-kilometer highway, a critical artery connecting Bulawayo to the renowned tourism hub of Victoria Falls.

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To date, 47.5 kilometers of the road have been completed and opened to traffic, marking substantial progress in the program. The assessment delegation was led by Honourable Felix Mhona, Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, accompanied by Honourable Richard Moyo, Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Matabeleland North Province, and Xolani Ncube, the provincial roads engineer for Matabeleland North alongside other senior government officials. During the tour, Minister Mhona articulated the primary objective of the assessment to verify contractor presence on site and adherence to scheduled progress.

He further emphasized that President Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a directive for the expedited completion of the road rehabilitation, aiming to enhance transportation efficiency for both motorists and tourists. “I am happy with the works that I have witnessed,” stated Minister Mhona. “Works are progressing well and by the end of this year, the road will be completed up to Victoria Falls.”Minister Richard Moyo echoed this sentiment, expressing satisfaction with the advancements and highlighting the significant benefits the improved highway will bring to Matabeleland North Province.

“If they deliver on their promises, we could see 80 kilometres completed within one month, which shows that good progress is being made,” he added. This Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road Rehabilitation and Widening Project is an integral component of the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme Phase 2, a national initiative designed to modernize Zimbabwe’s road infrastructure.

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